Individual Development Plan Samples for Busy Managers

Individual Development Plan Samples for Busy Managers Individual Development Plan Samples for Busy Managers An individual  development plan (IDP) is a document that outlines the projected growth for an employee. Its an agreement between an employee and employer that certain skills should be improved or learned or that overall performance should meet a certain standard by a specified time.The specifics of an IDP can vary greatly depending on the job and the status of the employee. Some IDPs are standard documents for all employees. Sometimes, they are created when  employees are specifically tasked with showing improvement.Reviewing sample IDPs can help provide an idea of what they should look like.Example #1: Experienced Middle ManagerName, position, function, location, manager, etc…  Time period: 1/2019 â€" 1/2020Development Focus: Improved effectiveness in current role and preparation for potential senior leadership role.Top 3 StrengthsFunctional and industry expertiseFinancial acumenProblem-solving decision-makingTop 3 Development NeedsImprove ability to lead changeStrategic thinkingCross-functional expertiseDevelopment Action:  Speak to my manager about my desire to lead a high-level, cross-functional process improvement team. This would leverage some of my existing strengths and allow me to gain experience in leading change and strategic thinking, as well as learn about other company functions.Timing: Next week, for potential second-quarter project Cost: None, just my timeDevelopment Action:  Set up monthly, one-hour phone calls with Joe Smith and Jen Jones. They’ve both had experience leading projects like this and achieved outstanding results.Timing: Start next week, schedule for rest of yearCost: None, just my timeDevelopment Action:  Take a course in leading strategic change. Check 3-4 business school 3-5 day programs.Timing: This quarter.Cost: approximately $500 to $1,000Development Action:    Read the following books:Leading ChangeBlue Ocean StrategyTiming: One book per monthCost: Approximately $20 each, less for e-bookDevelopment Action:  Take a 360 leadership assessment for further insight into my development needs. Incorporate new insights into my IDP. Review with an executive coachTiming: Complete by 6/1Cost: $300 for the assessment, approx. $2,000 for coachingExample #2: New First-level Manager  Name, position, function, location, manager, etc….Time period: 1/2019 â€" 1/2020Development Focus: Newly promoted, development in brand-new roleTop 3 Strengths:Project managementInfluenceAbility to drive for resultsTop 3 Development Needs:Coaching and developing my teamHandling conflictListening skillsDevelopment Action:  Work with each of my team members to create IDPs. Be sure to use a coaching approach, asking for rather than telling. Practice my list ening skills and ask for feedback.Timing: Start next week, one per weekCost: None, just my timeDevelopment Action:  Work with my manager and Susan from HR on my own IDP; get assistance in working with my employees. Subscribe to the company management newsletter.Timing: This week, and as neededCost: None, just my timeDevelopment Action:  Take in-house Supervisor’s Essentials courseTiming: Next time it is offered this yearCost: Approximately $500, 3 daysDevelopment Action:  Read Crucial Conversations. Practice what I learn with at least one work and one personal situation. Incorporate listening skills as well. Get feedback regarding my effectiveness.Timing: Next 3 months.Cost: $20 for book, my timeDevelopment Action:  Role models: Find one role model for each of my development needs. Interview each role model about best practices, tips, and advice. Try at least one new tip for each development need and follow-up with role models for additional feedback and advice.