This document discusses career development and management. It defines career development as the process an individual undergoes to evolve their occupational status by making long-term decisions to align personal and professional fulfillment with career advancement opportunities. Career development provides a framework of skills, goals, awareness, assessment and performance to help individuals progress in their careers. Strategies for career development can be driven by companies through training and development opportunities, or by individuals through continuous self-evaluation and skills development. The overall importance of career development and planning is that it helps employees and organizations succeed while boosting motivation.