iLead Professional Development Assessment

This checklist is designed to help you understand your learning and development needs. # i-1 i-2 i-3 i-4 i-5 Check the appropriate response for each of the following statements: I have established career goals I have a current resume, portfolio and references I can describe the value I bring to an employer / my clients I can identify three important accomplishments from my current / last job role My professional development is based on a comprehensive career plan Yes No

L-1 I have completed an education program as a foundation for my work L-2 I have attained a formal certification or designation in my profession e-1 e-2 a-1 a-2 a-3 a-4 a-5 a-6 d-1 d-2 d-3 d-4 d-5 I regularly request feedback from my manager / team leader I regularly inform my manager / team leader of the type of feedback I desire I regularly ask co-workers to observe me and provide feedback I select conferences and workshops based on my development needs I select books, journals and blogs based on my development needs I have a network of colleagues in my field from whom I learn I record video or audio of my work and review my performance I have a mentor I write articles, blogs, books and/or manuals I give presentations, talks and/or speeches I supervise / manage employees by providing ongoing feedback about their work I mentor and/or teach others in my field I systematically experiment with new methods Total Score: ---

Scoring: Add your yes responses to get your total score. Compare you total score to the information below. Keep in mind that this self-assessment is simply designed to encourage you to think about your learning and identify areas for growth and development. 0-5: 6-10: 11-15: 16-20: You may be letting others control your learning. Your learning could be enhanced by taking more control of it. You manage your learning well and could identify new activities too amplify it. You are in charge of your own learning!

Consult the iLead descriptions to help you identify future professional development opportunities.

R.E. Straby, 2011