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How to Write a Professional Development Plan

Eat Your Career

This is the second article in a two-part series on the topic of Professional Development Plans. In the first part of this series, you learned that a professional development plan (or PDP) is a written document used to focus, evaluate and prioritize professional development goals and activities.

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Do I Really Need a Professional Development Plan?

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If you’ve been following my work for any period of time, you know that I’m a big fan of Professional Development Plans (also referred to as PDPs). I often create these plans in collaboration with my career coaching clients, and I frequently provide training workshops on this topic. appeared first on Eat Your Career.

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The Benefits & Limitations of Professional Certification

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The Limitations of Professional Certification Significant Investment of Time and Money Certifications often require a considerable commitment of our two most precious limited resources. Before making the decision to pursue one, be sure to weigh the potential return on investment and consider how it aligns with your long-term career goals.

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Quiz: Are You Committed to Your Own Professional Development?

Eat Your Career

s easy to get so absorbed in our day-to-day activities that we forget to focus on our own professional growth and development. But this is such an important part of creating a satisfying career! Professional development means advancement, learning new things and exploring new career paths. After all, there?s

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The Problem with Employer Created Professional Development Plans

Eat Your Career

Throughout the course of my work as a career coach and professional development trainer, I’ve helped hundreds (if not thousands) of people to create their own PDP (or professional development plan). I am a big believer in taking ownership of your career.

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Top Employee Morale Survey Questions for a Happy Team

Vantage Circle

Professional Development Are there sufficient opportunities for professional growth and development? How satisfied are you with the company's career development programs? Do you have a clear understanding of your career path within the company? Do you feel supported by your colleagues?

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How to Convince Your Boss to Pay For Professional Development

Harvard Professional Development

This is where professional development programs might help you. You may feel anxious by the prospect of talking to your boss about paying for a professional development program, but you shouldn’t. Make it clear that career growth is your priority, and good for your organization as well. Do Your Research.