Secure an ROI on Professional Development
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- 1. Securing a Return on Your Investment In Professional
Development Chart Your Course Prepare for the Journey Treasure Hunt
Digging Deep for Learning Bring the Treasure Daila Boufford AAFCS
Director of Professional Development
- 2. Chart Your Course Photo Credit: http://blog.cricpa.com
- 3. Your I. D. P. (Individual Development Plan) A
self-development plan that covers a specific timeframe. Typically
reviewed and discussed with supervisor to match individual goals to
company goals. Some focus on short term goals, others on long-term.
Reviewed regularly to assess progression and revised as needed. For
best results the individuals must have total ownership over their
plan. Do not focus on trying to appease the boss.
- 4. Key Questions to Ask What areas of my work do I want to
develop? What areas of my work do I need to improve? What are the
new demands in my job that require development of new skills? In
what direction is my department going and how can I grow with it?
What can I do to find out about other career opportunities?
www.hr.ucdavis.edu
- 5. Future Career Trends What is trending? Emerging job skills
PA Department of Labor & Industry PA Dept of Labor &
Industry
- 6. What Hiring Managers are Looking For Strategic Perspective
and Cross Functional Skills are in demand Infographic - Career
Advisory Board
- 7. Personal Passion Scott Dinsmore How to Find and Do Work You
Love
- 8. Become a Self Expert Develop an in-depth understanding of
your unique strengths Examine your values, they are your framework
for making decisions Carefully consider what you learn from
experiences Ask yourself: What is the work you cannot not do?
- 9. Who is Responsible for Learning? Learning is not attained by
chance; it must be sought for with ardor and attended to with
diligence Abigail Adams
- 10. Learning Experience Theoretical Overview Lecture Journal
Article Research Study Specific Context Case Study Webinar Workshop
MOOC Photo Credit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lecture Photo
Credit: http://www.asia-destinations.com
- 11. Familiarity with Subject New Concept Keynote Capabilities
Presentation Podcast Good Foundation Breakout Session Book Training
Bootcamp Photo Credit: http://nevadamagazine.com/ Photo Credit:
http://content.time.com/time/photoessays
- 12. Connecting the Dots See the Connection 1-1 with Manager
Find a Mentor Team Brainstorm Find the Missing Link Consult with
SME Network with Peers Know When to Let Go Photo Credit:
http://www.ideo.org/stories/making-sense-of-it-all Photo Credit:
http://www.greatergiving.com
- 13. Practice What Youve Learned Safety Net Research Study
Internal Launch Lab Setting New Space to Learn Internship
Sabbatical Career Shift Photo Credit: http://www.tesoelite.com
http://www.globaltolerance.com
- 14. PD Evaluation Matrix Learning Opportunity Required for
current position Builds skills for next level Relevant &
Current Recommended by those you trust Fit within preferred
timeline General Logistics (time & money) Fits with Individual
Development Plan Learning Opportunities are everywhere and many are
free. 20 Places to Educate Yourself Online for Free
- 15. Prepare for the Journey Photo Credit:
http://www2.ups.edu/faculty/velez/Comedia/html/unit1/galeones.htm
- 16. Develop Your Learning Goals What problem do you need to
solve now? Skills needed for new department initiatives? Identify
areas for improvement. Who do you want to meet and network with?
What is the intended ripple effect? What does your career look like
next year? 3 yrs?
- 17. Guidelines for Learning Goals Be realistic with the number
and scope of your goals Categorize nice to have and must have Look
at goals often and revise as needed Bring your goals with you to
the event
- 18. Research the Speaker Create a top 5 list of key connections
Research speaker backgrounds
- 19. Research the Speaker Create a top 5 list of key connections
Research speaker backgrounds
- 20. Research the Speaker Create a top 5 list of key connections
Research speaker backgrounds
- 21. Research the Speaker Create a top 5 list of key connections
Research speaker backgrounds
- 22. Research the Speaker Create a top 5 list of key connections
Research speaker backgrounds Develop questions based on the
speakers interests Explore connected areas of expertise Leverage
their network Activity: If you have a smart phone or tablet, what
can you find out about me? What am I passionate about?
- 23. Create your Personal Agenda Highlight sessions that relate
to learning goals Circle those that pique your interest Compare to
top 5 speakers Prioritize by learning goals Consider a team
approach Photo Credit:
http://www.eventboardmobile.com/features-personal- agenda
- 24. Developing Your Profile Review your online footprint and
make updates Know how to answer What do you do? Elevator pitch for
why you are attending Do you want to fit in or stand out? Think
about your giveaway Photo Credit:
http://leadershipfreak.wordpress.com/2012/07/28/fit
ting-in-and-standing-out/
- 25. Plan in Advance for Technology Needs Know your WiFi - Find
Free WiFi Make sure chargers are on the packing list! FedEx is your
friend Figure out Plan B before you arrive Pocket Plug by
Prong
- 26. Cultivate Your Onsite Learning Network Who do you know that
is also attending? Promote your attendance Schedule face to face
meetings before you go Request list of attendees from conference
organizer Photo Credit: http://www.cultivapartners.com/
- 27. Treasure Hunt Digging Deep For Learning
- 28. Challenge Make a mental note right now of one person in
this room you want to interact with in some way before you leave
this room.
- 29. Questions Create the Quest There are no stupid questions,
but some generate better responses than others. Focus decide in
advance what you hope to achieve with your question Be direct and
clear ask one question at a time Ask empowering questions people
enjoy talking about their experiences Get clarification when needed
but consider the timing
http://business.financialpost.com/2013/06/18/asking-good-questions-is-a-skill-worth-learning/
- 30. Networking Fosters Ideas and Learning Ideas need input and
development leverage the perspectives of others to get those gears
turning and watch your idea grow! Photo Credit:
http://www.spaces.nl/masterclass-the-great-game/
- 31. Guidelines for Networking Onsite Events Never sit alone
Look for first time attendees Remember that networking is a 2-way
process Even when onsite, networking occurs online Look for context
clues
- 32. Guidelines for Networking Online Events Participate in the
chat! Take note of influencers look them up Use learnings to start
conversations with others Send a thank you note to presenters
- 33. Using the Backchannel Simultaneous speaking and listening
https://twitter.com/search-home Photo Credit:
http://thinklab.typepad.com/think_lab/2007/07/audiences-gone-.html
- 34. #PAFCSorg Attend Any Conference For Free Using The
- 35. Have Fun and Enjoy the Experience
- 36. Bring the Treasure Home Photo Credit:
http://www.coinlink.com/news/black_swan.html
- 37. Build Relationships with Key Contacts Review your stack of
business cards Connect through social media channels Create and
maintain a contacts database Follow up on beginning conversations,
suggest a next point of contact Pay it forward
- 38. Conduct Further Research on Learnings Activity: Connect
with a person at your table and share an idea or tool youve heard
about at the conference so far. What else can you learn from those
at your table? If this is your first day, share a session you plan
on attending and see what you can find out about the content or the
speaker.
- 39. Conduct Further Research on Learnings Create new learning
objectives based on new knowledge Get creative and acquire
knowledge from different perspectives Develop a well-rounded
understanding of the concept Diane Ravitch and Wendy Kopp - Teacher
Turnover
- 40. Create an Implementation Plan Charles DuHigg, The Power of
Habit: Why We Do What We Do In Life Cue trigger that tells the
brain what habit to use Routine the process that is engaged Reward
helps your brain determine if it was worthwhile Key Point keep the
cue and the reward the same, while changing the routine Most of
all, you have to BELIEVE that change is possible.
- 41. Find Your Accountability Partner Photo Credit:
http://desmondnicholson.com/accountability-partners-for/
- 42. Share the Treasure
- 43. Sharing Knowledge Helps Solidify Learnings You cannot say
you know how to do something until you can teach it to someone
else. Opportunities to share: Brown bag lunches Article publication
Future presentation Blog post Discussion with colleagues If you
find yourself complaining about the lack of depth in professional
development activities, its time to take the podium! Photo Credit:
http://www.thepattersonfoundation.org
- 44. Learni.st
- 45. Upcoming AAFCS Professional Development Wednesday, April
30th Free Webinar for Members: Utilizing Web-Based Content for
Continued Learning June 25-28, 2014 AAFCS Annual Conference in St.
Louis Family and Consumer Sciences: Global Gateway to Healthy and
Sustainable Families
- 46. Thank You! Daila Boufford AAFCS Director of Professional
Development @dailadawn www.linkedin.com/in/daila/
dboufford@aafcs.org
- 47. Resource List How to Select the Right Professional
Development Program for You -
http://www.pce.uw.edu/newsroom.aspx?id=3937 Individual Development
Plan (UC Davis) -
http://www.hr.ucdavis.edu/sdps/forms/IDP%20Final%2010.14.11.pdf PA
Department of Labor and Industry -
http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt?open=514&objID=1674726&mode=2
Career Advisory Board - http://careeradvisoryboard.org/ Career
Advisory Board Infographic -
http://careeradvisoryboard.org/public/uploads/2013/10/cab-2013-jpi-info.pdf
Scott Dinsmore TED Talk -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jpe-LKn-4gM 20 Places to Educate
Yourself Online for Free
-http://www.lifehack.org/articles/productivity/20-places-educate-yourself-
online-for-free.html How to Find Free WiFi -
http://lifehacker.com/5340435/the-definitive-guide-to-finding-free-wi-fi/all
Guideline for Asking Questions -
http://business.financialpost.com/2013/06/18/asking-good-questions-is-a-skill-worth-
learning/ Twitter Search - https://twitter.com/search-home Attend
any Conference for Free Using the Backchannel -
http://learnstreaming.com/attend-any-conference-for-free-
using-the-backchannel/ Wendy Kopp and Diane Ravitch Discuss Teacher
Turnover - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjFX9J2i-SQ Hacking
Habits: How to Make New Behaviors Last for Good -
http://99u.com/articles/7230/hacking-habits-how-to-
make-new-behaviors-last-for-good Learni.st http://learni.st AAFCS
Annual Conference, June 25-28, St. Louis -
http://www.aafcs.org/meetings/14/reg.html