Assignment:
One of the most important things an employee can do for him or herself, is to create a PDP or IDP, and to keep it up to date while working and building a career. A PDP is a way to set a goal for skill building, promotions, and career planning, to ensure that continuous improvement occurs. Working with a manager or coach on a PDP can also signal to that manager that an employee cares about doing well, and wants to move up in the organization.
You will create your own personal development plan:
Current job and desired future job (in one year, 3 years, 5 years).
Current list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (at least 3 each).
Development Plan Objectives (at least 3 defined and described).
Development Plan Activities (at least 3 specific activities, with dates, costs, and relevance to your desired career plan).
Request for support/assistance from your manager (at least two things s/he could do to assist you).
Provide the two biggest barriers you see to accomplishing your goals.