Self development approach is a personal initiative. It helps you to enhance social and professional skills in order to perform higher on assigned job, task or role and manitains inspired and motivated.

1. Self-Development:
Opportunities & Challenges
March 2005
MOHAMED ISHGI, Ph.D.
ishgimh@aramco.com.sa
CR/WR Training Dept.
CR/WR Career Dev. Div.
Competencies Dev.Group

2. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Quotes on SD
• “We cannot become what we need to be,
remaining what we are.” M. Depree
• “Commit to CAN. Constant And Never-ending
Improvement.” A. Robbins
• “Out of challenges grow opportunities.” M.
Ishgi

3. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Purpose
Provide an understanding of what is SD, why
it matters, and how to practice it utilizing
related techniques & resources.

4. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Overview
It’s about Change.
It’s about new opportunities.
It’s about new challenges.

5. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
What is it?
A change from one way of thinking or doing
things to another.
What triggered this change?
Globalization
Information technology.
Competition/Benchmarking.

6. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Old Practices New Practices
Company Role Employee Duty
Cost Investment
Traditional Training Learning

7. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Definition
“Individual’s ability to improve in order to
response to change and opportunity.”
“Taking initiative & responsibility to improve
oneself for personal/professional utilizing
Company/non-Company resources & support.”

8. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Insight
What progress plan: personal or professional?
Capability
Do you have basic competencies to start up?
Commitment
Are you willing to invest time & energy?
Culture
Do you have work culture support to pursue?
Accountability
Do you intend to exhibit quality practices?
Prerequisites

9. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
What’s in it for me (wife)?
What is the right attitude to start with?
What, or who, might help or stall me?
What is the supervisor/mentor’s role?
Where can I find development resources?
Concerns

10. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Individual Company
Self
Development
Competency
Why SD

11. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Competency
Basic
Computer/Internet Literacy
Communication
Thinking
Innovation
Problem-Solving
Attribute
Customer-Focused
Leadership

12. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Enhance job security.
Develop own potentials & satisfy own needs.
Seize learning & educational opportunities.
Take on new challenges: competencies,
technologies & employability trends.
Boost professional and social status.
Individual

13. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Align manpower development with business
objectives (competitive edge).
Employ learning resources more effectively.
Manage cost effectively.
Put values into practice (Accountability).
Company

14. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Balance
Challenges
&
Motivations
Set
Development
Plans
Assess
Needs
Be
Proactive
How SD works
(Action Plan)

15. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Accept responsibility to new situations.
Pursue action on issues before being asked.
Practice mission and vision.
Be Proactive

16. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Start competency assessment.
Define gaps on credit knowledge and skills.
Decide on learning topics to pursue.
Assess Needs

17. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Allocate time & location.
Define learning styles.
Seek development resources and support:
Training & Education Support
(Workshops, Seminars, ASHRM).
 Learning Resources
(Corporate Learning Centers, Distance learning,
libraries, OJD Action Link, e-learning).
Policies & Support System
(ERP & Degree Recognition & PMP).
Set Development Plan

18. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Challenge
Factors
Motivation
Factors
Work Social Self RewardStatus
Challenges & Motivations

19. •Values
•Challenges
•Motivation
 Allocate time
 Use resources
 Communicate
 Implement plan
 Personal benefits
 Performance
Standards
 Organization needs
Input
Process Output
Evaluate
“Review progress, and obtain feedback on achievement of goals”
 Complete
assessment
 Identify gaps
 Create action plan
Paradigm
Shift
SD Action Plan Summary

20. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
How to practice SD
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• Smart Force: 400 Computer Courses. [Quizzes throughout].
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• Harvard Manage Mentor (24 topics) & Harvard Business Review:
(57) articles, on leadership & management issues.
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• Leadership Videos: Around 200 videos covering management and
leadership aspects.
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21. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
What is available on the internet?
• Emerald Library: A searchable on-line database of 139
journals & 25,000 articles on management.
• EBSCO Academic Search Premier
A searchable on-line database of over 3,000 academic
journals. No logon password is needed.
• Reader's Guide Megatext Edition
A searchable database that contains thousands of useful
abstracts from a wide range of current periodicals. No
password is needed.
• Crisp Learning: On management courses.
• ASHRM: A society to probe national & regional HR
development & management.
• Toastmaster: A club to advance communication skills.

22. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
SD Useful Links
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23. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
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24. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Seek feedback, resources & support.
Work for a balanced life: pro & social.
Reward upon completion of performance.
Final Thoughts

25. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts

26. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
SC 3-10
SC 11-17 (Validated Set of Job
Family Profile)
SC 18+
Core
Job Knowledge
Initiative
Cooperation
Dependability
Quantity of Work
Quality of Work
Communication
Safety
Job Knowledge
Problem-Solving/Decision-Making
Initiative
Communicating With Impact
Creativity
Teamwork
Analytical Ability
Flexibility
Financial Acumen
Manage Execution
Managing and Improving
Processes
Use Sound Judgment
Strategic Insight
Global Perspective
Customer Focus
Optional
Achievement
Orientation
Customer Focus
Interpersonal
Relationships
Self Development
Teamwork
Achievement Orientation
Business and Organizational
Awareness
Continuing Excellence
Customer Focus
Integrity
Interpersonal Relationship
Building
Safety
Self-Development
Strategic Planning
Dependability
Adaptability and
Resilience
Technical Knowledge
Know the Business
A. Performance Competencies

27. AGENDA
Purpose
Overview
Paradigm Shift
What is SD
 Definition
 Prerequisites
 Concerns
Why SD
How SD works
How to practice
Resources/links
Final Thoughts
Salary Code 3-10 Salary Code 11-17 Salary Code 18+
Core
Leadership
Managing People
Leadership
Developing Others
Fairness and Integrity
Establishing Accountability
Foster Innovation
Motivate and Influence
Foster Teamwork and
Collaboration
Build Relationships
Manage and Develop Talent
Foster Open Communication
Inspire Trust
B. Leadership Competencies