Self-Guided Reflection for CPD

• True personal reflection involves honesty – taking a careful look at yourself and being brave enough to say what you see.
• Abstract conceptualisation means working out the where, how and who of improving your knowledge, skills and behaviours.
• Doing some research and involving your colleagues and peers can help you find different ways to address your development needs. 
• Active experimentation allows you to try out new ideas and test out possibilities without fear of failure or change.
• A SMART action plan will give you the tools you need to drive your development needs into reality.
• Skills gap analysis should consider not only what you need but also what you want to achieve.
• Consciously reviewing the worth and effectiveness of your new skills when you experience them, allows you to repeat the cycle of development.
• Your professional development is your responsibility. It will reward you withconfidence, career opportunities, pride and understanding.