Action Plan for achieving three professional growth
In a Microsoft Word document, write a minimum of two double-spaced pages where you establish three professional and lifelong learning goals that you are planning in detail to achieve once you’ve completed college (25 points each).
Explain in detail your Action Plan for achieving three professional growth and lifelong learning goals. Your Action Plan could include, for example, descriptions of new or updated skills you will acquire, specific training courses, certificates, licenses, digital badges, or advanced degrees. Your Action Plan could also include which professional associations you will join; subscriptions to which industry journals, publications, webinars, and/or podcasts you will join; professional conferences as an attendee or presenter; or other opportunities for professional growth and lifelong learning. You might also include your goals for mentorship and succession planning.
Sample Solution
My Action Plan for achieving three professional growth and lifelong learning goals is to focus on increasing my technical knowledge and developing interpersonal skills.
First, I plan to increase my technical knowledge by taking an online course in a new programming language, such as Java or Python. This will allow me to stay competitive in the ever-changing world of technology and equip me with the necessary tools to be successful in any project that may require coding skills. Additionally, I plan to become certified in Microsoft Office applications – Word and PowerPoint. This certification will provide me with tangible proof of my proficiency level and give employers assurance that I am well versed in using these applications.
Second, I plan to enhance my interpersonal skills by attending seminars focused on communication strategies and leadership development. The purpose of this is twofold: firstly, it will enable me to better communicate effectively with colleagues; Secondly, by mastering essential leadership strategies it will expand upon my existing skill set which could benefit potential employers whom are looking for someone who can take initiative in challenging situations. Furthermore, I also believe that partaking in interactive workshops throughout the year – either virtually or face-to-face – can help improve soft skills such as problem solving abilities while also keeping up-to-date with industry trends (Hoffman & Foster 2019).
Finally, I intend to pursue a masters degree specializing in mobile application development at an accredited university or college institution. Upon completion of this program not only would it greatly enhance my credibility within the tech sector but it would give me certain advantages over other applicants during job searches due having more advanced qualifications (Kerr & Mutz 2017). It should also be noted that furthering your education is something highly valued among many employers (Gonzalez 2020). In conclusion these three steps outlined within this Action Plan should set forth clear objectives for helping achieve professional growth and lifelong learning goals both now as well as into future years ahead.
