This article discusses the importance of Personal Development Plan (PDP) and how it can help individuals achieve their short, medium and long term goals. It defines the concept of personal and professional development and describes the value of short term, medium term and long term goals. It also explains the value of a PDP and its importance in identifying strengths and weaknesses, setting career goals and finding the need for development. The article provides examples of short term, medium term and long term goals and the actions required to achieve them.