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Continued Personal and Professional Development
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Introduction
C.P.D., or continuing professional development, keeps a detailed portfolio of our acquired
expertise over time. A C.D.P. can be developed through self-study or the completion of formal
training. Many professions now use the term "continuing professional development" (C.P.D.)
formally, stipulating that practitioners complete a certain number of C.P.D. activities each year
and keep records of their progress to maintain their membership in a professional organization or
keep their license to practice. C.P.D. is used less seriously in some regions. Any professional
should be expected to make an effort to improve their knowledge and skills over time. The goal
of the C.P.D. approach is to make it easier to identify and take charge of our development
opportunities. Upgrades in the Workplace It appears that professional development, like most
other learning, is best conceived as a circular arrangement of exercises using the Continuous
Proficient Improvement Cycle. The steps involve identifying areas for improvement, planning
and carrying out learning activities, reflecting on the experience, applying what was learned, and
sharing what was learned with others. Each individual is responsible for identifying their unique
claim requirements, developing their special claim preparation, and understanding independently.
Knowing when I need to improve and accepting responsibility for my abilities are essential to
any skill set (B. Akbarov, 2022).
The following paragraphs will discuss determining and describing o own learning and
C.P.D. objectives; demonstrate familiarity with PDP/CPD theory; analyze theory in light of one's
learning and development aims; etc. Harmonization of one's academic and career aspirations,
Using introspection as a method for personal growth.
Learning & C.P.D. Goals
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This area of the report will review the learning strategies I'm using. To acquire new
knowledge and advance one's development, I've realized it's crucial to use the most effective
learning strategy for oneself. Knowing one's learning style may be a huge step toward success in
one's professional and personal endeavors. The same is true for me; it's why I've developed and
progressed in my life. In the visual learning approach, one may benefit from visual aids such as
charts, graphs, graphic organizers, lesson plans, pictures, and PowerPoint presentations (Darling-
Hammond & McLaughlin, 2011). Second, one can learn through auditory means, such as books,
listening centers, verbal instructions, discussions, and repeating after a friend; third, one can
learn through reading and writing, such as books and texts, dictionaries, and notes taken while
someone is reading or explaining anything. Fourth, one can learn through kinaesthetic means,
such as doing the described activity or reading aloud to them. One's academic and professional
success may be facilitated by using these learning strategies. Finally, I want to talk about how I
learn, and I'd like to add that I employ a combination of the four main learning styles. Various
sensory inputs, including sight, sound, print, and movement, contribute to my understanding of a
topic. I think education is lifelong and that one must always be engaged in pursuits from which
one may draw knowledge, and I try to put this philosophy into practice in my work. I could
elaborate on how I can successfully integrate the visual, aural, read/write, and kinaesthetic modes
of learning. As we go on, you'll see that it's not hard for anybody to acquire learning with the aid
of all four methods, and you'll have a better grasp of how I was able to begin using all four to
start with (Hanfstingl & Pflaum 2020).
In this part, I'll discuss using visual aids to supplement my other education methods since
I'm a dedicated student. As I've already indicated, visuals like charts, graphs, graphic organizers,
lesson outlines, image aids, and power presentations may be pretty helpful in imparting
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information to students. The resources listed here are only the tip of the iceberg; I use many more
tools to further my education. When I travel, I try to absorb as much knowledge as possible from
my surroundings, note how my teachers and mentors explain concepts in class and pay attention
to how others in the room carry themselves. All these things have helped me develop a more
polished demeanor in my professional interactions. They have given me insight into the best
approach to take if I am in a debate with a peer or a superior. What I thought I was learning from
teachers, guides, and professionals was something else entirely. I've picked up a lot of helpful
information from shows, movies, and other media over the years. I study the methods, feelings,
and brains used by the performer to provide entertainment. Everything that occurs in our lives
serves a purpose. If we can decipher that purpose, we can utilize it to grow as people and make
the necessary adjustments to our lives; therefore, it stands to reason that we should never stop
educating ourselves. I hope I've made it apparent how I learn things using the visual learning
style and how anybody can learn using it. I mean that this should help other people decide
whether or not visual learning is right for them and whether or not they should invest time and
effort into developing such skills (Johnson, 2021).
I was also successful in learning using the auditory mode. Based on my research,
individuals with an acoustic learning style benefit from having information read aloud to them,
going to listening centers, receiving verbal instructions, participating in group discussions, and
reciting back to their peers. My previous sources of education were in these fields. I've already
established that anybody, anywhere, may pick up new knowledge and that one need not adhere to
any particular method or approach. And I find that reading aloud helps me retain information
from books, articles, tales, etc. When I read aloud, I can process the data and commit it to
memory, which helps me recall the material when needed. Instead of memorizing and
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regurgitating information, I think it's better to focus on comprehending what you're reading to
retain the material better for later recall when needed. It should now be obvious why reading
aloud is such an effective learning tool (Kopcha, 2012).
PDP/CPD Concepts & Theories
Although I will be focusing on my learning style, I will also discuss Honey and
Mumford's learning style, which comprises four sub-styles: activist, theorist, pragmatist, and
reflector. Conclusions about the kind of learner, activist, theorist, practicing, and the reflective
person I will be after reading the preceding debate might be drawn. I've said this because I'm an
activist, so I learn by doing things the best way possible; a theorist, so I'll learn something from
theories; a Pragmatist, so I'll know more appropriately when I see things happening in a usable
form; and a reflector, so I'll be able to learn something by observing the behavior of others and
applying what I've learned to my situation (Roeser et al., 2012).
My primary goal is to become a more efficient and productive student, and I believe that
adopting the appropriate learning style will help me get there. In the last section, I introduced the
concept of learning styles; here, I will detail the approach I want to take to facilitate more
efficient and fruitful study. As an activist, theorist, pragmatic, and reflector, I will build upon
Honey and Mumford's learning method. I plan to educate myself by exerting effort,
understanding the theory behind everything, seeing and analyzing real-world phenomena, and
observing the actions of others around me. My second goal is to improve my communication
skills via group discussions, lectures, debating with others, giving and receiving interviews, and
communicating with subject matter experts. These are the items that will undoubtedly help me
enhance my communication talents and will provide me an idea of the result of which I will be
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able to converse professionally with others. Using PowerPoint presentations in class is another
way I want to improve my communication skills. My research presentations will help me gain
experience with public speaking and gain the trust of my audience. As for my third ambition,
graduating with good grades, I want to get there by studying hard, attending class regularly, and
clarifying any confusion I may have with my teachers (Van Driel & Berry, 2012).
My fourth objective is to get a position with a reputable company, which I plan to do by
diligent preparation for interviews and providing comprehensive responses to any questions I
ask. I want to participate in college placements and tribute fully, as it befits the knowledge and
expertise I will have gained from my studies and par. My lifelong goal is to write an
autobiography, which is a challenging desire given the widespread fascination with biographies
of famous people whose accomplishments have helped society (like Newton's discoveries and
inventions). I haven't helped the poor or underprivileged before, but I want to change that. I want
to publish an autobiography detailing my acts of kindness and the wisdom I've gained in the
hopes that it would encourage others to follow suit. Writing a book on poverty is another of my
far-off goals. I dream of using my excitement and dedication to writing to create something
remarkable. Thus, I want to do research on the subject of poverty and write a book on the
subject. Proceeds from the book's sales will be given to a good cause. I hope this book may
inspire its readers to support organizations providing services to the poor. Wherever it is, I pray it
brings long-term stability for those in need (Wyatt & Ončevska Ager, 2016).
Theory with Personal Goals/Styles
As part of my self-evaluation report, I'll be writing about the objectives I've set for myself
here. A person's life objectives should be realistic and aligned with their job. I, too, have
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formulated some SMART goals for myself and am making progress toward their realization. The
following are the objectives I have set for myself: two short-term, two intermediate, and two
long-term (Samaras, 2010). So, the goals are:
So that I may put my knowledge to use in the actual world, I'd want to hone a more
comprehensive and efficient set of learning strategies related to the different learning styles. To
get the most out of my academic sessions, I want to use the various learning styles in my
everyday life. By state, I don't mean that after my academics, I will stop learning and will not
receive chances to learn; instead, I want to state that academics are my learning period. During
this stage, I plan to expand my knowledge and put it into practice. The results of these tests and
evaluations will assist me in determining whether or not I have retained the information (Richter
et al., 2014).
Two months from now, I want to have honed my verbal expression to better interact with
others. Within the next three months, I want to have honed my communication abilities to the
point where I can influence people through the quality of my words. Developing my
communication abilities is crucial to my success at the workplace, where I will be expected to
participate in meetings and deliver presentations on various areas of the project assigned to me
(Kennedy, 2016).
I want to graduate with honors. I need a good grade for my future success in the
workforce. If I do well in school and graduate, I'll have more options for applying to prestigious
employers. If I don't meet these benchmarks, I won't meet the requirements of the firms where I
want to get employment, which will directly impact my professional prospects. Hence, I must do
well in my studies and be employed in a respectable business (Hoyle & Megarry, 2012).
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I want to be placed in a reputable organization to protect my future and earn the money
that might aid me in managing my personal life. Completing academics is not merely the remedy
for any individual if they are not using their studies and making money. To provide for my
family, after I've completed my education, I want to get a position with a reputable organization
(DeCuir-Gunby et al., 2010).
Now that I've participated in a few charity events and organized a few of my own, I'm
inspired to write my memoirs. Not because I want to brag about the good deeds I've committed
by writing a memoir about myself, but rather, I want to persuade readers that even someone with
a little income may participate in charitable activities and make donations. As a result, more
individuals will be moved to engage in acts of generosity and lend a hand to those in need
(Campbell & Parboosingh, 2013).
Another long-term objective of mine is to create a book about poverty based on my study.
If I want people who read my works to learn about poverty, I need to give them all the facts I can
find. In my book, I will also present information on how individuals might aid people in need by
only making minor costs. There are so many people in the world who need to learn about poverty
and be moved to help the less fortunate and stop wasting food, and it is my sincere wish this
book will do just that. So that those in need may get efficient aid, I want to donate all proceeds
from the sale of that book (Avalos, 2011).
The linkage between Professional and Personal Academic Goals
Taking a class on C.P.D. has motivated me to evaluate my strengths and weaknesses and
create a strategy for improving them. This training has encouraged me to develop my skills
further and expand my knowledge base. This training inspired me to create a plan for my
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ongoing professional development (C.P.D.). C.P.D. defines the building process via
collaborative, participation-based, or autonomous learning, technical skills, and knowledge. It
helps students, through approved education or self-guided learning methodologies, to swiftly and
effectively enhance their technical abilities. It comprises defining targets with a structured and
goal-precise program for fast and long-standing growth. People engaged in C.P.D. need to retain
track of all knowledge learned and improvements accomplished to draw on their learning and
skills, potentially as verification of C.P.D. being carried out. Continuous professional
development has worked as an excellent self-motivation device, reminding me of my triumphs
and advancement. Furthermore, its diversity and variety allowed me to establish a learning style
that suited me better, considering the following techniques of C.P.D. learning relevant (DeCuir-
Gunby et al., 2010).
I have actively engaged in team activities and group work throughout my academic life.
These I participated in to make it simpler for me in my working life to work with people. I also
took online courses that improved my abilities and knowledge and helped me achieve better in
academics. Because of my peers, I have been able to succeed academically thus far. For people
my age, peer educators serve as inspirational role models, assisting in developing social norms
that promote safer practices and providing a productive and adaptable platform for health
education inside and outside the classroom. I've benefited from the guidance of my peers in the
form of instructors who have helped me strengthen my academic foundations. When chatting
with a buddy, I feel calmer and more available. A consistent discourse is shared by coworkers
and instructors, allowing for greater understanding. I thought of using peer instructors instead of
full-time workers to save costs (Kennedy, 2016).
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I want to pursue a career in human resource management in an administrative capacity.
Human resource managers (H.R.M.s) direct and coordinate the H.R. division's day-to-day
operations, such as hiring and evaluating new employees, administering benefits like health
insurance and severance pay, and enforcing company regulations and procedures. To guarantee
that the firm reaches its strategic aims, H.R. administrators supervise plans and contribute
considerably to the organizational decision-making technique, which incorporates evaluations for
present personnel and projections for future ones based on corporate needs. H.R. professionals
must demonstrate exceptional leadership abilities to improve an organization's status. Human
resource management ensures that a company can meet any challenge and that its operations are
consistent with its mission (Roeser et al., 2012).
For the successful procurement of competitive personnel, H.R. is responsible. Once
again, H.R. cannot perform everything but should aid recruiting managers who are nevertheless
answerable for hiring superior personnel. H.R. should involve leadership, preparation, planning
assistance, a structured recruiting process, and processes for recruitment planning, interviewing
managing recruitment, and more. Human resources sets pay following market conditions and
develop an overall benefits plan. When they set the wage levels inside their firms, H.R. advises
executives. Human resources researches, recommends, and implements employee benefit plans
to entice and retain top talent. Human Resources must control costs and weigh all options before
making recommendations (Van Driel & Berry, 2012).
Human resources are in charge of suggesting and enacting methods for employees and
the business as a whole that contributes to the success of the company's long-term goals. Any
time an organization shifts gears, develops a new service or product, or revises its raison d'etre,
mission statement, or set of goals, H.R. must provide the groundwork for the related policies and
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procedures. Human resources plan and organize games, contests, parties, and other events to
foster camaraderie and solidarity among workers. Other employees develop and implement the
operations with or without the support of H.R.; nonetheless, the H.R. leader usually is liable for
managing the finances and delivering supervision of the executive board (Samaras, 2010).
H.R. recommends for employees with leadership challenges or disputes and teaches top
managers who desire a far more efficient grasp of functioning with designated individuals.
Though not everyone initially values one another, success and efficiency will need them to forge
mutually beneficial working partnerships. Knowing the actors and embracing the critical role of
counselor, captain, and H.R. might help (Kennedy, 2016).
Application of Reflection as a Development Tool
This article reflects on the significance of my career development strategy; I learned a lot
of helpful hybrid approaches for improving patience and critical thinking in my course. The
training was crucial in setting me on the path to a successful career and a life of constant learning
and improvement. I have also outlined my strategy for achieving my learning objectives (Roeser
et al., 2012).
Looking back on the path I walked to get where I am now, I can see how far I've come.
Being a student wasn't easy; you had to do what you were told and didn't have the tools to assess
difficult circumstances at home or in the classroom critically. Since I lacked the extroverted
personality required to initiate a conversation with strangers, I was forced to observe from the
safety of closed doors or in small groups. My parents and professors were too engaged in my
social life when they began exerting undue pressure on me to maintain friendships (Johnson,
2021).
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The schools had already chosen me as a student leader before I enrolled in the course
programs, pursued a Ph.D., and eventually became a manager, which was always my plan.
Working there helped me develop my capacity for effective communication and self-assurance,
and appreciation for diversity in all its forms. At every juncture, a gulf exists between those in
positions of power and those in positions of weakness. For the better, I think I can now maintain
boundaries with many individuals in my day-to-day existence due to this shift in my outlook.
The groundwork was laid for a successful professional career, and I carefully considered each
next move (Richter et al., 2014).
However, it wasn't all that was required; there were other factors. I needed a well-
thought-out strategy to stay on top of my current coursework, future courses, and professional
obligations. Personal growth plan expertise has been my savior in times of planning crisis.
Understanding the process of creating a PDP allowed me to identify critical next steps relating to
my unique set of abilities and learning preferences, which helped me make connections between
my studies at different levels and my chosen career (Hanfstingl & Pflaum, 2020).
However, it wasn't all that was required; there were other factors. I wanted a strategy to
help me organize my current coursework, potential future coursework, and possible career
scenarios. Understanding a personal development plan has been my savior in addressing
logistical challenges. By studying the stages involved in creating a PDP, I could better
understand how my unique abilities and learning preferences related to my progression through
college and my chosen career (Campbell & Parboosingh, 2013).
Creating a strategy for continual improvement let me put myself in other people's
professional shoes and therefore neutralized the standards of many fields. Sound judgments
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about management and leadership are made more accessible, and your role's fundamentals
become clear. C.D.P. helps to improve successful delivery in the workplace. At the person's level,
one acquires formal and informal traits. While interacting with peers, C.D.P. can distinguish
between educated and competent people. My academic career taught me that hard effort alone is
not enough to ensure success. It would help if you had a clear goal and a strategy for achieving
it. Keeping it in mind aids in constructing stepping stones to achievement and beckons a longing
spirit, both of which contribute to a resolve to persevere. My efforts in the M.B.A. program went
without a hitch since I could assimilate quickly and use the knowledge I gained. Due to the
inevitable setbacks I would face while earning my Ph.D., I was able to make the necessary
modifications. The plan laid out both the opportunities and the hurdles that I would need to
overcome to achieve my objectives, and by the time I was ready to begin my quest, I knew
exactly when I would be able to do so and what I would need to do to overcome the difficulties
that would inevitably arise (Hoyle & Megarry, 2012),
In my experience working with teams, I've found that inspiring others around you
requires strong leadership skills. If management were managed flexibly and deliberately, work
activities would go smoothly. The majority of workers felt the environment encouraged
productive work. They needed pressure- and cost-free power. Employees would instead work for
a company where they can get along with their superiors. Instead of being stifled, they are
encouraged to voice concerns and provide suggestions for improving day-to-day operations. I
had quite different expectations of a boss than I have now. Without imposing one's will on
subordinates, a leader loses the ability to inspire terror among their staff, and the respect of their
peers becomes meaningless. I soon learned that this was a flawed assumption; every effective
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management team requires a strong leader who must be approachable, open, and communicative
to win the trust and respect of their employees (Richter et al., 2014).
Mainly, mine is based on storing things of value for the long term and pulling them out in
times of need. Even at a young age, I was able to save aside spare change in a little box until my
family required immediate responses to unforeseen occurrences. Acute and emergency were both
terms I had trouble differentiating, but I always understood which one applied to the meal. So it
was a big help in teaching me to save money regularly. Second, I could take the lead many times
as my friends and I investigated what it means to be young. In my M.B.A./Ph.D. program, my
dedication and willingness to see any task through to the end were crucial factors (Samaras,
2010).
Conclusion
Knowing one's unique learning style may be a big step toward success in one's
professional and personal interests. In the visual method, one may benefit from visual aids such
as charts, graphs, graphic organizers, lesson plans, photographs, and PowerPoint presentations.
When I travel, I strive to acquire as much information as possible from my surroundings. I study
artists' tactics, sentiments, and minds to present us with enjoyment. And I find that reading aloud
helps me recall knowledge from books, articles, stories, etc. Reading aloud is an excellent
approach to concentrate on genuinely understanding what you're reading. Adopting Honey and
Mumford's learning style of 'activist, theorist, pragmatist, and reflector' can help you become a
more efficient and productive learner. I want to publish an autobiography describing my deeds of
kindness and the knowledge I've received. I want to perform a study on the issue of poverty and
create a book about the subject. Proceeds from the book's sales will be contributed to a worthy
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cause. After finishing school, I plan to further my education and put what I've learned into
practice. Developing my communication ability is vital to my success at the job. Completing
academics is not just the cure for any person if they are not employing the studies and producing
money. I wish to give all revenues from selling my book on poverty to charity. I also want to
construct a strategy for my continuous professional development (C.P.D.).
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