{"663527":{"#nid":"663527","#data":{"type":"news","title":"How Will You Grow?","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EHow do you learn best? In what ways do you develop and sharpen your skills? How do you want to grow professionally and creatively?\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEach year the \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.td.org\/\u0022\u003EAssociation for Talent Development\u003C\/a\u003E, the world\u0026rsquo;s largest learning association dedicated to empowering professionals to develop knowledge and skills, celebrates workplace learning through its Employee Learning Week campaign. Employee Learning Week 2022 is Dec. 5 \u0026ndash; 9. The week is being recognized internationally, as well as by the Georgia Governor\u0026#39;s Office.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/pe.gatech.edu\/\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech Professional Education\u003C\/a\u003E\u0026rsquo;s \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/pe.gatech.edu\/wlpd\u0022\u003EWorkplace Learning and Professional Development\u003C\/a\u003E (WLPD) team believes that there are always opportunities to learn, and during Employee Learning Week we seek to share approaches, methods, and resources for all Georgia Tech employees to take advantage of.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u0026ldquo;The ultimate objective of this year\u0026rsquo;s Employee Learning Week is to shine a light on the numerous ways our campus community embraces the idea of lifelong learning, promote the value of workplace learning, and celebrate those who take charge of their development and growth\u0026rdquo; said LaTrese Ferguson, director of Workplace Learning and Professional Development.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAs we approach the end of the year, Employee Learning Week is a great time to reflect on the learning goals you accomplished over the last 12 months. It also provides an opportunity to review those goals you weren\u0026rsquo;t able to meet and develop a new learning plan for the upcoming year.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAll employees are invited to celebrate Employee Learning Week on Friday, Dec. 9, from 10 a.m. to noon at \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/map.gatech.edu\/?id=82#!ct\/56246,52970,51766,51169,50361,15646?m\/598723\u0022\u003EPaper and Clay\u003C\/a\u003E. Get creative by glazing a mug and learn about ways the Institute supports your continued growth and development. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatech.geniussis.com\/Registration.aspx?aid=631\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERegister here\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/a\u003E (limited to the first 50 registrants).\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch4\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMaking a Plan\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/h4\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETo close out the year and plan to make the most of your professional development and growth in 2023, WLPD has some recommendations for laying out a learning plan:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EDetermine your \u003Cstrong\u003Ewhy.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EIdentify your \u003Cstrong\u003Ehow.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESelect your \u003Cstrong\u003Ewhat.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ELeverage your \u003Cstrong\u003Ewho.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESchedule your \u003Cstrong\u003Ewhen.\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWHY\u003C\/strong\u003E: First, start out with your reason and purpose for learning \u0026mdash; do you want to acquire or enhance a skill, tackle an issue, make a career change, need to complete a requirement, earn a promotion, obtain a certification, or just have the satisfaction of learning something new? Ask yourself, \u0026ldquo;Why do I want to participate in a professional development opportunity?\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EHOW\u003C\/strong\u003E: Next, explore the best learning approach for yourself based on your personal preferences, needs, and desires. Ask yourself, \u0026ldquo;How do I learn best?\u0026rdquo; There are many methods and modes of learning, so find the ones that are best for you and consider the following ways to learn a new skill.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFrom those already performing the skill:\u003C\/strong\u003E\r\n\r\n\t\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EJob shadowing.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003ECross-training.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EJob sharing\/rotation.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBy taking on additional responsibilities:\u003C\/strong\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EStretch assignments.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EWork delegation.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003ESpecial projects\/committees.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EThrough formal and informal training:\u003C\/strong\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003ETraining courses\/programs.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003ECertifications\/certificates\/badges.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EDegrees.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EBy group participation:\u003C\/strong\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003ECommunities of practice.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EService\/volunteerism.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EOnline forums.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWith guidance from others:\u003C\/strong\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003ECoaching.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EMentoring.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EMastermind groups.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFrom self-study:\u003C\/strong\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EVideos\/podcasts.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003EBooks\/articles.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\t\u003Cli\u003ESocial media.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\t\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWHAT\u003C\/strong\u003E: Now that you have identified your reason for learning and how you like to learn, determine what you want to do. Check out the courses and programs WLPD has offered in 2022 through our \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/pe.gatech.edu\/wlpd\/catalog?utm_source=catalog-button\u0026amp;utm_medium=notification-alert\u0026amp;utm_campaign=wlpd-homepage-callout\u0026amp;utm_content=catalog-link\u0022\u003ELearning Resource Catalog\u003C\/a\u003E (the 2023 catalog will be published by the beginning of the new year), as well as the plentiful opportunities available on campus through the \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/pe.gatech.edu\/wlpd\/resources\/campus-learning-directory\u0022\u003ECampus Learning Directory\u003C\/a\u003E.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESome things to consider to ensure you are fully engaged in the learning experience are examining your interest or passion for it, deciding if it is important or meaningful to you, and determining if it will challenge or stretch you. You will also want to consider what you will do with the learning obtained and how you will apply it. Find opportunities to incorporate your learning into your daily practices. Ask yourself, \u0026ldquo;What professional development opportunity do I want to participate in?\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWHO\u003C\/strong\u003E: Research shows that support from others is the best way to ensure that the learning you receive through developmental opportunities is actually put into practice. Involving your manager, peers, and\/or direct reports is critical in ensuring this happens. Also, look to engage with others within or outside of your department, unit, or school who might also benefit from your experience. It will not only assist you in using the learning but also help others too. Ask yourself, \u0026ldquo;Who will support and engage with me?\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EWHEN\u003C\/strong\u003E: Lastly, after laying out your plan, it\u0026rsquo;s time to set dates and milestones for your learning opportunities. Working with your manager through the \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/hr.gatech.edu\/performance-management\u0022\u003EPerformance Management Cycle\u003C\/a\u003E is a great way to document this and keep yourself on track throughout the performance year. Many times, the Career Development Goals section of the Values-Based Goal Setting Form is not given significant priority, so come prepared with your learning goals when working with your manager during the planning phase of the Performance Management Cycle. Ask yourself, \u0026ldquo;When will I begin my opportunity?\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDuring Employee Learning Week 2022, take some time to explore your personal learning goals, think about what is important to you, and establish what you want to achieve in the coming year. 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