Personal Development Plan and Time Management

This assignment provides a comprehensive personal development plan with two specific areas of improvement. The first area focuses on developing time management skills, including establishing targets for every task assigned, prioritizing tasks, and managing multiple works at the same time. The second area emphasizes improving conflict resolution skills by putting oneself in complex situations, increasing confidence levels, and understanding different behaviors to analyze situations properly. This plan is designed to help individuals improve their decision-making skills, manage stress, and enhance their overall personal development.

Understanding Self and
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Table of Contents
REFLECTIVE JOURNAL ENTRY................................................................................................1
SUMMARY AND ACTION PLAN................................................................................................7
REFERENCES................................................................................................................................9

REFLECTIVE JOURNAL ENTRY
PRO-FORMA 1
Core skill
Written communication is a skill which involves any kind of message by making the use of
written word. It is the process of conveying a message to sender through written symbols or
signs (Penrod, Tucker and Hartman, 2017). It simply means sending orders, instructions,
messages in writing through letters, manuals, reports, office memos, circulars, etc. Written
communication is the formal method of communication but is less flexible.
Importance of communication skills.
Written Communication skill is important as it helps me in understanding and communicating
with others. A person able to send message is perhaps the most important skill and being an
effective recipient of message is also an important written communication skills. It is the skill
which is been valued and it benefits in all the aspects of life from professional level to the social
level. Effective communication skill helps to pass information to others and also helps us to
understand the message in a way it is meant to be understood (Armitage and et.al., 2018). This
skills can help an in developing a professional career if an individual is applying for the job or
even he or she is looking for the promotion. A good written communication skill can also help
in improving personal relationships as with the help of this skill it helps us to understand others
and to be understood.
Reflection on current competence
On reviewing my own strengths and weaknesses I came to know that, I am able to write
messages effectively with others, this types of communication skills is really important for my
life in order to grow professionally and personally. I have been continuously working to
improve my written communication skills as it was challenging task for me and I was able to
develop this skill in me. I used to send message, letters, memos, circulars in effective way so
this skill is present in me.
Feedback: I have taken feedback from my group members and they replied that I can read and
write the message effectively and they also believe that my written communication skills are
best. They also replied that I use the appropriate content which is necessary for sending a
message or information. I also got feedback from my a tutor and my tutor replied that my
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written communications skills are good, the way of presentation, grammar and the content I use
is perfect for the written communication.
Identification of contradictions from above discussion
I did not find any contradictions for the above discussion as my peers and friends replied with
the same comment that is I have good communication skill. My peers and tutor both believed
that I use the proper content and present my written messages in an attractive and effective.
They also think that my written communication skills posses all the characteristics which
should be present in written communication. But my tutor also replied that there are certain
things which can be improved in the future.
Skills required for the future development
As many things keep on changing and evolving which are been introduced in the language, so I
have to keep on increasing my knowledge and also keep on updating my written
communication skills. I want make innovations and want to further improve my communication
skills which will help me in the future.
REFLECTIVE JOURNAL ENTRY PRO-FORMA 2
Core skill
Teamwork may be defined as the cooperation between those who are working on a
particular task and it is generally understood as the willingness of a group to work together in
order to achieve the common aim (Ellis, 2018). In teamwork people involved in a particular
task or a job try to cooperate towards the common goal by using individual skills and
knowledge despite any conflict within the team.
Importance of core skill
Teamwork is important for the success of any kind of a job, an individual to have a meaningful
and long career he or she has to work with others so this is the reason teamwork is really
important. A good teamwork creates synergy in which the combined effect of a team is always
greater than any individual effort. Teamwork helps in building and increasing collaboration and
also allows brain storming (Hurrell, 2016). Working in team results in inflow of more ideas
which help in incensing the level of productivity. Working in a team creates a sense of unity
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and enthusiasm as people work for the common interest and responsibilities. Team work fosters
responsiveness and flexibility and also encourages multidisciplinary work and ultimately
promotes a sense of achievement. Teamwork increases innovations and creativity of doing a
particular job by allowing different team members to come up with distinctive and unique ideas
and it also speeds up the work while working in team.
Reflection on Current competence
Reviewing my strengths and weaknesses I realised that I work as an effective team member as I
am able to deliver my 100% to my team. There is always an equal participation from my side
while working in a team. I posses the qualities and skills of a team, how a team member have to
work in a team. I am able to set a proper collaboration with other team members and I am
supportive and helpful to others if somebody in a team needs my help. I have also been able to
share my ideas and opinions which has helped my team to get the work done which has
increased the productivity of my team. I have also been able develop strong work relationship
with my team members which has developed a strong bond and trust within a team.
Feedback: I got the feedback from colleagues that I have also worked as a team member and
possessed the skills of an effective team member. My team members said that I have always
been a valuable team member and used to make effective communication within the team which
creates less confusion and also they believe that I am reliable person in a team. I also got
feedback from superiors and they said that I have the qualities of a team member and my
performance as a team member is good and I have always made equal contribution towards a
team.
Identification of contradictions
Again I did not find any contradictions between by skill and the reviews from others, I have the
same skills of a team member which is viewed by my team members and my superiors. As they
believed that I am a good team member and I respect the feelings of others and able to
communicate effectively within a team which has increased the productivity of my team.
Skills required for future development
As working as team is essential for any employee in an organisation, I need to further develop
my skills as team members which will prove beneficial for me in the future, I have to develop a
conflict management skills how to resolve conflicts in a team which will help me to become an
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effective team member and will enhance my skills which is required to work in a team.
REFLECTIVE JOURNAL ENTRY PRO-FORMA 3
Core skills that I need to develop
Conflict resolution is the way finding peaceful solution for the disagreement among two or
more parties involved in a conflict. The disagreements may be personal or professional or
emotional (Moreno, 2017). Conflict resolution is an art and is important for the growth of an
individual. Whenever any dispute arises, the best course of resolving a conflict is negotiation
and for this purpose it requires conflict resolution skills.
Importance of core skills
Conflict resolution skills plays an important role everywhere within the work place as conflict is
common and inevitable part of life so with the help of this skill an individual can minimise the
conflicts whenever it occurs. It is important to have conflict resolution skills as with the help of
this skill, a person can smoothly function in an organisation and can help in building
relationships and can lead to achievement of a goal and also enhances commitment
(Garaigordobil and Martínez-Valderrey, 2015). If, a person is working with others there is
always a chance of arising conflicts as every person don't get along and agree with the facts all
the time so this is the skill which can be help for an individual when he or she is faced with
conflict situations.
Reflection on current competence
On reviewing my own strengths and weaknesses, I came to know that I don't possess conflict
resolution skills. This is the skill which is important for a career growth and I have to work to
improve my conflict resolution skills. I am not able to get people into negotiations and provide
an effective solution to the problem as I am not able to find the effective solution to the conflict.
It is an art to develop a conflict resolution strategies in order to resolve conflicts and requires
different conflict management skills. If a person lacks this it will result in the building a weak
relationships and may also can significant harm to relationship. It is important for me to learn
conflict resolution skills in order to resolve conflicts in successful way which will help me in
my future.
Feedback: I received a feedback from my colleagues that I am able to resolve conflicts when
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ever they arise and I can provide an effective solution to the problem but according to my
colleagues I lack the proper conflict resolution strategies which results in the lack of confidence
in me. But according to my superiors, I lack the skills of making negotiating between the parties
who are involved in the conflict.
Identification of contradictions from the above discussion
I also realised that I am not able make negotiation among the conflict parties and lack skills of
conflict resolution. I agree with my colleagues and my superiors that I am not able to develop
an effective strategy which could help in providing a proper solution for the conflict. I also lack
the conference of making proper judgements and decisions. Whenever any conflict arises I feel
under confident that I will be able to produce an effective solution and I get worried about the
facts which results in lack of conflict resolution skills in me.
Skills required for future development
This is the skill which is needs to be developed in me which will help me in my future, I need to
develop a good conflict resolution strategies, increase my confidence, become a good motivator
which is essential for conflict resolution. I lack the ability to manage my stress level and I
become emotional and I need to make proper analysis in order to pass my judgements. So
conflict resolution skill is very important and I need to develop this skill in me which can be
helpful for me in my future.
REFLECTIVE JOURNAL ENTRY PRO-FORMA 4
Core skill that need to develop
Time management is the ability of a person to use its time effectively and productively
especially at work (Ghiasvand and et.al., 2017). It is the process of exercising the conscious
control of a time which is spent on a specific activity in order to increase the efficiency,
effectiveness and productivity. It is the important which help for people to manage their time
and get the things done on a time.
Importance of core skill
Time management helps a person to accomplish a particular task within the shorter period and
results in the free time which can be consumed in other valuable tasks. A proper time
management skill can help in lowering the stress, gets the things done in order, it also results in
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the less wastage of work and time and provide more opportunities (Alvarez Sainz, Ferrero and
Ugidos, 2019). It can help the work done on the given deadline and also results in the high
quality of work and increases the reputation of an individual and most importantly brings work
life balance.
Reflection on current competence
While analysing my strengths and weaknesses I found that I lack the time management skill in
me as I know I am not able to complete my tasks on time and I always miss deadlines which are
assigned to me. Many tasks were assigned to me during and I was not able to accomplish these
tasks of time which resulted in more efforts and wastage of time.
Feedback: I got the feedback from my peers that I am not able to get my task completed on time
which resulted in delays and wastage of time which resulted in nervousness due to the lack of
time management skills. According to my superiors, they also believe that I lack time
management skills as I am not able to prioritise my work effectively which has resulted in lack
time management skills in me.
Identification of contradictions from above discussion
There is a slight contradiction between my peers and my superiors as my peers believe that I am
able to prioritise the tasks but delays results in the lack of time management skills in me but
according to my superiors I am not able to prioritise the work.
Skills required for future developments
This is the skill which needs to be developed in future as this is the important skill which
important for a person in every aspect of life this will help in grasping future opportunities.
SUMMARY AND ACTION PLAN
From the above reflection, I came to know that there are some strengths and weaknesses
in me, my strengths will help me in achieving opportunities in future which may prove important
me and the weaknesses I possess I need to work on them and need to develop a plan in order to
overcome my weaknesses.
Strengths
 I have good written communication skill, I able to understand and write the message and
information which will help in achieving future opportunities
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 I am also a good team worker, I am able to maintain good relationship with my team
members and other employees in an organisation.
Weaknesses
 I have poor conflict resolution skills, I am not able develop a proper strategy and make
negotiations among the parties which are involved in a conflict this lack of skill hampers
my growth in the future.
 I also lack time management skills which results in stress and low productivity.
Reflection
I have learned many things while performing this task, there are skills which are
possessed by an individual and various skills which are lacked by an individual. The skills
possesses by an individual can help him or her to grow personally and professionally and can
improve its skills on continuous basis. Also, an individual can develop its skills which he or she
lacks through learning, training and developments. I also learned that an individual posses some
strengths which is beneficial for an individual but have to formulate plans in order to minimize
the weaknesses.
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REFERENCES
Books and Journals
Alvarez Sainz, M., Ferrero, A. M. and Ugidos, A., 2019. Time management: skills to learn and
put into practice. Education+ Training.
Armitage, J. H and et.al., 2018. Assisting with written communication style based on recipient
dress style. U.S. Patent Application 10/083,168.
Ellis, P., 2018. Leadership, management and team working in nursing. Learning Matters.
Garaigordobil, M. and Martínez-Valderrey, V., 2015. The effectiveness of Cyberprogram 2.0 on
conflict resolution strategies and self-esteem. Journal of Adolescent Health. 57(2).
pp.229-234.
Ghiasvand, A. M and et.al., 2017. Relationship between time management skills and anxiety and
academic motivation of nursing students in Tehran. Electronic physician. 9(1). p.3678.
Hurrell, S.A., 2016. Rethinking the soft skills deficit blame game: Employers, skills withdrawal
and the reporting of soft skills gaps. Human Relations. 69(3). pp.605-628.
Moreno, A. A., 2017. The Impact of a Dating Abuse Prevention Program on College Students'
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Conflict Resolution Skills (Doctoral dissertation, University
of La Verne).
Penrod, C.B., Tucker, M. and Hartman, K.B., 2017. Models for Delivering Written Business
Communication Skills: Improving the Process. Journal of Instructional Pedagogies. 19.
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APPENDIX
Personal development plan
Areas of
Improvement
Specific Measurable ATTAINABL
E
RELEVANT TIMELY
Development
area 1
To improve
my time
management
skill
I need to
improve my
time
management
skills in order
to complete
my tasks on
time.
In order to
measure my
improvements
I need to
establish
targets for
every tasks
assigned to me
which is to be
completed on
time. Also I
need to
prioritise the
task i.e. which
task needs to
be completed
at first.
Time
management
skills can be
attained by
assigning
targets and
prioritiesing
these tasks.
I have to pay
extra
attention on
my work and
need to
manage
multiple
works at the
same time.
3 months
Development
area 2
Conflict
resolution skill
I need to
improve my
decision
making skills,
and have to
develop
confidence in
me for the
I need to put
my self in the
complex
situations and
I need to
understand I
should deal
with stress and
Putting my self
in complex
situations
which increase
my confidence
level and will
also improve
my decision
I need to
understand
different
behaviours
and need to
analyse the
situations
proper which
2 months.
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decisions
taken by me.
make
decisions
under stress.
making
process.
will improve
my decision
making
power.
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