This report is written on the topic ‘Personal and Professional Development’ which was introduced by University of Bedfordshire’s former student named Arti Kumar. In term of scope this report is broader in context as it includes the application and utilization of certain frameworks and model which we read and learnt in Business Communication module 2. This report consists of two main sections (Findings & Conclusion). In the finding phase, I applied the SOAR model for the purpose of career development. This SOAR framework has four aspects which are: Self awareness, Opportunities, Aspirations and Results. In the first factor (Self-Awareness) I applied another model called MAP (Motivation, Ability and Personality) and found that the career progression is my prominent motivating factor and also concluded that the learning style which looks most attracting for myself is Diverger. And at last I also determined that the personality type characteristics which carried is Harmoniser. In the opportunity phase, I sorted out that in the short run, the most feasible option for myself is to engage in UK retail sector through the temporary or part time job and while in the long run, It would most attracting thing for me is to get employment in the Libyan Government sector as my preference is Job security when it comes to evaluate and analysis any job position. So it means that my aspiration is get employed by Government and then to progression in the specified department or area. Then in the Result phase, I demonstrates the result by mentioned that I have crafted my CV and Cover Letter in relation to the Aspirations I outlined in the previous part. After the SOAR model, I used and harnessed some more models to explore and elaborate self-relisation in depth. Through the use of Johari Window Test on Internet, I discovered certain new things about myself that my blind spot characteristics are intelligent, mature, extrovert and caring. And while the open Area traits are Trustworthy and Confident. Through undergoing Cash-flow Quadrant model, I determined that as job security is my prominent approach in evaluating the given job, so I want to engage myself in Employee Quadrant in short-run as well as in long-run. At the very end, I used Covey’s 7 Habits theory and preferred to adopt first three habits as it will be enough to me to have to do the government job. So, one can say that this report summarises all my career planning and development.
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Introduction
3. Findings
3.1. SOAR Framework
3.1.1. Self-Awareness
3.1.2. Opportunity
3.1.3. Aspiration
3.1.4. Result
3.2. Johari Window
3.3. Cash-flow Quadrant
3.4. Covey’s 7 Habits
4. Conclusion
5. What I hope to achieve?
6. What would be the outcomes?
7. References
Objectives and Core Themes
The primary objective of this report is to conduct a structured personal and professional development analysis using various theoretical frameworks to map out a clear career progression path. The author aims to align personal strengths, learning styles, and personality traits with specific career goals, focusing on achieving job security and professional advancement within the Libyan government sector.
- Application of the SOAR framework (Self-Awareness, Opportunities, Aspirations, Results) for career development.
- Integration of the MAP model (Motivation, Ability, Personality) to assess self-efficacy and professional suitability.
- Utilization of the Johari Window for personality trait identification and self-reflection.
- Evaluation of career paths using the Cash-flow Quadrant and alignment with Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.
Excerpt from the Book
3.1. SOAR FRAMEWORK
This framework was introduced by University of Bedfordshire’s former student named as Arti Kumar. This model is made up of four important components (Kumar, 2008); each component is explained and applied in the section afterward.
3.1.1. Self-Awareness
According to the Arthor (Arti Kumar) the ‘Self’ component is the central and the crucial factor in the SOAR model as it not only helps in acknowledging self-awareness but also helps in getting awareness about other skills as well.
In order to analyze how I approach and reach goals (Self Efficacy), I have used Goal Setting Theory. In result of this theory, I managed to make four propositions which are listed below:
a) I will set challenging goals for the purpose of performance enhancement.
b) My performance will be enhanced.
c) My commitments towards attaining goals will be increased.
d) Feedback in the result of overall performance will helps myself in numerous ways.
After using Self-Efficacy, I went towards using Self-mapping which is made up of three pillars (Motivation, Ability and Personality type). For the purpose of MAP, I have undergone certain psychometric test mentioned on the Job Savvigrad’s extra feature called Profiling for Success. And all MAP results are generated through all those tests.
Summary of Chapters
1. Executive Summary: Provides an overview of the report’s scope, focusing on the application of frameworks like SOAR and MAP to evaluate the author’s career development and goals.
2. Introduction: Outlines the author's journey through the UK academic system and describes the systematic use of professional models to define future career objectives.
3. Findings: Details the practical application of the SOAR framework, Johari Window, Cash-flow Quadrant, and Covey’s 7 Habits to refine the author's career path.
4. Conclusion: Summarizes the effectiveness of the chosen models in aligning personal traits with job preferences and establishing a long-term development strategy.
5. What I hope to achieve?: Lists the specific milestones the author intends to reach, including academic qualification and professional placement.
6. What would be the outcomes?: Forecasts the personal and professional results the author expects to realize upon completing their career plan.
7. References: Lists the academic and professional literature used to support the report's methodology and analysis.
Keywords
Personal Development, Professional Development, SOAR Framework, Career Progression, Self-Awareness, MAP Model, Johari Window, Cash-flow Quadrant, Covey’s 7 Habits, Goal Setting Theory, Employability, Job Security, Action Plan, Psychometric Testing, Academic Achievement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core purpose of this report?
The report serves as a personal development assessment for the author, mapping out a career path through the application of various academic and professional models.
Which theoretical frameworks are used in this study?
The author primarily utilizes the SOAR framework, the MAP model, the Johari Window, the Cash-flow Quadrant, and Covey’s 7 Habits.
What is the primary career goal of the author?
The author aims to secure a stable, long-term position within the Libyan government sector, supported by a Master's degree in Finance.
How is the author's career planning structured?
The planning is structured into a short-term phase involving retail employment in the UK for experience, and a long-term phase focusing on government employment.
What is the significance of the SOAR framework in this report?
The SOAR framework is treated as the central model for evaluating Self-Awareness, Opportunities, Aspirations, and Results in a career-oriented context.
What key personality traits were identified during the analysis?
Through the MBTI and Johari Window, the author identified as a "Harmoniser" (ESFJ) and discovered traits such as trustworthiness, confidence, and a desire to resolve team conflicts.
Why did the author choose the "Employee Quadrant" in the Cash-flow model?
The author identified "job security" as their primary priority, which aligns with the characteristics of the Employee Quadrant.
How does the author intend to leverage their UK experience?
The author plans to gain retail experience in the UK to build their CV, which will provide a competitive advantage when applying for government roles in their home country.
What specific habits from Covey’s 7 Habits does the author plan to adopt?
The author intends to focus on the first three habits (Be Proactive, Begin with the End in Mind, Put First Things First) because these align with the dependence required in executive government roles.
What role does the MAP model play?
The MAP model (Motivation, Ability, Personality) is used to navigate the career journey by assessing what motivates the author, what their core abilities are, and how their personality type influences their work environment.
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- Junaid Javaid (Autor), 2012, Personal & Professional Development (PDP), Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/281116
