Personal Development Plan Paper

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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2 Running head : PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN 1 Personal Development Plan Egypt Grandison Walden University Abstract In this paper , I will discuss my personal and professional goals , and how my personal goals can help me achieve my professional goals . I will also discuss my personal SWOT Analysis, and how strengths , weaknesses , opportunities , and threats play a role in my personal development plan . Personal Development Plan Walden University believes in molding their students to become great leaders and scholars . Walden also believes in diversity and integrity (Walden University, 2013). 1 Personal Introduction and Professional
Goals Growing up the eldest of three, raised in a small town , and not enough money to make ends meet ; you tend to put the focus on finishing high school , attending college , and acquiring a good job .
Well here I stand , with the accomplishment of at least half my personal goals . I finished high school , left the small town , attended college and received not one, but three degrees . The object of goal setting is to make sure the goals are attainable and realistic (Le, 2013). The personal goals I have set for myself are to complete the coursework and dissertation for this DBA program , by December 2016. In order to achieve these goals , I must do my best in the coursework assignments , work on becoming a better writer , and continue to stay focused and determined . According to Uttley (1998), “Long-term goals can be broken down into two parts . Conceptual, which are your wants and needs , and operational, which are the steps you take to meet those wants and needs (p. 2). The professional experience I have come from customer service within the retail industry and student financial services , within the twoyear college system . A part of me has always wanted to journey to the other side of things with the college system . Instead of dealing with students on a daily basis , I want to make the decisions that affect the college but benefit the students . I could be a Director of a department within the
college system . The second professional goal is to transition over into an Adjunct professor . Even though I have a MBA; I do not have the 18 hours in a certain area that required . I have checked into courses such as; Business Communications and Small Business Management. As of now my specialization is self-design. I am on the fence about switching over to finance . I know timing is of the essence . Hopefully by the end of this year I am capable of making a choice that is right for me. Enrolling into Walden’s DBA program is sure to give me the educational skills to reach my 2 goals . Strengths , Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT) Analysis According to Frenz (2013) “A SWOT analysis can offer helpful perspectives at any stage of an effort . In the workplace, managers or supervisors might use SWOT for employee reviews . The employees , themselves can conduct a personal SWOT analysis to maximize their effectiveness” (para. 1). Self-analysis is a challenging process . Many people think it would be easy because it is you . However , this is a time to admit your short comings , ways to turn weaknesses into strengths , and execute them, in order to progress . Strengths The strengths I have listed are whom I am as an individual . I am Independent, organized , pro-active, analytical , and time management . I show my strengths in my personal and professional life . However , in order to enhance my strengths in my professional life , I should utilize my opportunities . It is good to analyze your individual strengths , but when it comes to the workplace, put oneself in the employer ’s place when considering strong points (Hansen and Hansen, 1996- 2013). Weaknesses Saraswat (2009) states , “Understanding your weaknesses is important because our weaknesses are what we tend to focus on more often ” (para. 1). My weaknesses are; overbearing, demanding , and I am uncomfortable speaking in front of large audiences . In order to turn my weaknesses into strengths , I will do the following , be more opened minded , better listener , less critical , and practice speaking in front of friends and family ; in order 1

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Once I accomplish that , I can then move on to speaking in front of larger crowds . Opportunities External forces are the opportunities listed . (Walden University, 2013). I can use my opportunities to minimize my threats . Example , continuing to further my education could assist me with moving up within the company , or help with transitioning to another position at a different company . If you need a push in your career advancement or search , use a personal SWOT Analysis. This will give you the ability to enhance your strengths , understand your weaknesses , acknowledge opportunities for progress , and overcome your threats (Quast, 2013). Threats Acknowledge your threats and then figure out how to overcome them. There will always be challenges and hurdles to cross . You have two options you can be defeated , or you can take 3 the lemons ( threats ) and make lemonade ( opportunities and strengths ) ( Olabenjo , 2013). Threats are the negative part of my personal SWOT Analysis. These factors can hinder my growth and progression if I allow them too . Writing issues in this paragraph: 1 Sentence is incomplete or is a sentence fragment. 2 Sentence is incomplete or is a sentence fragment. 3 Spelling Table 1 Personal SWOT Analysis for Egypt Grandison SWOT Analysis Strengths I am an independent person . I always organize and prioritize personal and professional tasks . I am proactive and always ready to work . Analytical when it comes to detailed
tasks . Time management oriented . Opportunities Continue to further my education . Seek Professional Development 6 5 7 within my ( My ) current position . Attend Seminars when able . Attend workshops when available . Attend at least one conference per year . Weaknesses I can be overbearing towards 8 people . I can be demanding at times . Uncomfortable speaking in front of large audiences . 9 Threats Unable to move up within the company . Lack of experience . The economy makes it challenging to change jobs . Unstable career moves can become a threat . Writing issues in this paragraph: 4 Sentence is incomplete or is a sentence fragment. 5 Sentence is incomplete or is a sentence fragment. 6 Review this sentence for capital letters. 7 Sentence is incomplete or is a sentence fragment. 8 Sentence is incomplete or is a sentence fragment. 9 Sentence is incomplete or is a sentence fragment. Conclusion In conclusion , I have discussed my personal and professional goals . I have illustrated how both sets of goals , work together in order to help me with my self-achievement. Lastly , I have discussed my personal SWOT Analysis. References Frenz, R. (2013). EHow ( How, Show, Howe, Ahoy, Chow ) . Retrieved from http://www.ehow.com/info_7858270_workplace-personal-swot-analysis.html Hansen, R., Hansen, K. (1996-2013). Quintessential Careers. Retrieved from http://www.quintcareers.com/ 11 SWOT_Analysis.html Le ( Lee ) , L. (2013). I am Long Le. Retrieved from http:// www.iamlongle.com/7-tips-to-setting-personal-goals-that-will-inspire-you-to-take-action/ Olabenjo 12 , M. (2013). Bella Naija. Retrieved from http://www.bellanaija.com/2013/07/04/position-yourselffor-a-better-tomorrow-do-that-swot-analysis-today/ Quast, L. (2013). Forbes. Retrieved from http://www.forbes.com/sites/lisaquast/2013/04/15/how-to-conduct-a-personal-s-w-o-t-analysis/ 13 Saraswat, A. (2013). Abhijat Saraswat. Retrieved from http://www.abhijatsaraswat.com/2009/02/ how-to-use-swot-as-a-personal-analysis-tool/ Uttley, C. (1998-2013). How stuff works . Retrieved from http://www.howstuffworks.com/business/professional-development/how-to2
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