Five Steps to Developing a Personal Development Plan

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As with any other goal, it is important to make a plan. By combining your personal development plan with a structure, you are more likely to achieve your goals. 

Identify the Areas in which you want to Improve

This first step will likely require Inner Work. Take a moment to consider where you are now. What are your strengths? Which areas would you like to focus on? What kind of growth and development would you like to see in yourself? If you have made a general assessment of the person, this can serve as a useful tool. After thinking about your personal goals, identify areas where you want to improve.

Work with a Coach or Mentor to Develop a Plan

Although this is your personal development plan, you do not have to do it alone. Rely on support systems such as life coaches or mentors to help you develop a plan. With the right structure (and feedback along the way), you'll be better prepared to put your plan into action.

Organize your Personal Development Goals

Follow your routine and develop consistency. Start analyzing your daily life and try to find ways to create habits or impose new ones on existing ones. I decided to put a yoga mat with weights next to my running shoes. Every time I go running, I have to think about weights next to my shoes. It helps me remember to do a quick 5-minute dumbbell workout.

Find a Responsible Partner

Sometimes holding someone accountable makes a big difference. As you and a friend set intentions and goals, think about how you can support each other.

Every new Better Up employee receives a stack of great books during the onboarding process. My teammate contacted me today to see if we could create a liability plan. Each of us sticks to 100 pages of reading a week.

Be Honest and Aware of your Progress

Your personal development plan requires honesty. Be honest with yourself about your growth and progress. It also requires a certain level of self-awareness. You can also gather feedback from friends, family, and coworkers to gain insight into your progress toward your goals.