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SayPro Development Needs Discussion (01-16-2025 to 01-20-2025)

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Dorah Lerato Radebe

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Development Needs Discussion

Objectives

  • Articulate Development Needs: Help individuals clearly express their personal and professional development needs.
  • Assess Current Skills: Guide participants in evaluating their current skills and competencies.
  • Identify Growth Areas: Facilitate the identification of areas for improvement and growth.

Session Structure

1. Preparation (January 16, 2025)

  1. Session Planning:
    • Agenda Creation: Develop a detailed agenda for the discussions, including time slots for one-on-one and group sessions.
    • Materials Preparation: Prepare materials needed for the discussions, such as self-assessment forms, reflection prompts, and discussion guides.
  2. Participant Communication:
    • Invitations: Send out invitations to participants, including details about the discussions, objectives, and what to expect.
    • Reminders: Send reminder emails or messages to ensure participants are aware of the discussions and prepared to attend.

2. One-on-One Discussions (January 17-18, 2025)

  1. Introduction (5 minutes):
    • Welcome: Start the discussion by welcoming the participant and setting a positive tone.
    • Objectives: Outline the objectives of the discussion and explain the importance of identifying development needs.
  2. Self-Assessment (15 minutes):
    • Reflection Prompts: Provide the participant with reflection prompts to guide their self-assessment. Example prompts:
      • What are your key strengths and skills?
      • What areas do you feel less confident in?
      • What feedback have you received from peers and supervisors?
    • Self-Assessment Forms: Distribute self-assessment forms for the participant to fill out. Include sections for strengths, areas for improvement, and personal insights.
  3. Discussion (20 minutes):
    • Facilitated Conversation: Engage in a facilitated conversation to help the participant articulate their development needs. Use open-ended questions to encourage deep thinking and honest reflection. Example questions:
      • What are your career aspirations and goals?
      • What skills or knowledge do you need to achieve these goals?
      • What challenges have you faced in your current role?
    • Feedback and Support: Provide constructive feedback and support. Offer suggestions for resources, training, or mentorship that can help the participant address their development needs.
  4. Action Planning (10 minutes):
    • Goal Setting: Help the participant set development goals based on their self-assessment and discussion. Ensure goals are SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound).
    • Action Steps: Guide the participant in creating an action plan to achieve their development goals. Provide templates or worksheets to structure their plans.

3. Group Discussions (January 19-20, 2025)

  1. Introduction (10 minutes):
    • Welcome: Start the session by welcoming participants and setting a positive tone.
    • Objectives: Outline the objectives of the session and explain the importance of identifying development needs.
    • Agenda Overview: Provide a brief overview of the session’s activities and discussions.
  2. Group Self-Assessment (20 minutes):
    • Reflection Prompts: Provide participants with reflection prompts to guide their self-assessment. Example prompts:
      • What are your key strengths and skills?
      • What areas do you feel less confident in?
      • What feedback have you received from peers and supervisors?
    • Self-Assessment Forms: Distribute self-assessment forms for participants to fill out. Include sections for strengths, areas for improvement, and personal insights.
  3. Group Discussion (30 minutes):
    • Facilitated Conversation: Engage in a facilitated group conversation to help participants articulate their development needs. Use open-ended questions to encourage deep thinking and honest reflection. Example questions:
      • What are your career aspirations and goals?
      • What skills or knowledge do you need to achieve these goals?
      • What challenges have you faced in your current role?
    • Peer Feedback: Encourage participants to provide constructive feedback and support to each other. Use guidelines to ensure feedback is specific, actionable, and respectful.
  4. Action Planning (20 minutes):
    • Goal Setting: Help participants set development goals based on their self-assessment and discussion. Ensure goals are SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound).
    • Action Steps: Guide participants in creating an action plan to achieve their development goals. Provide templates or worksheets to structure their plans.

Example Agenda

**Development Needs Discussion Agenda**

**Date:** January 17-20, 2025
**Location:** [Conference Room / Virtual Meeting Platform]

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**January 17-18, 2025: One-on-One Discussions**

**9:00 AM - 9:05 AM:** Introduction
- Welcome
- Objectives

**9:05 AM - 9:20 AM:** Self-Assessment
- Reflection Prompts
- Self-Assessment Forms

**9:20 AM - 9:40 AM:** Discussion
- Facilitated Conversation
- Feedback and Support

**9:40 AM - 9:50 AM:** Action Planning
- Goal Setting
- Action Steps

**January 19-20, 2025: Group Discussions**

**9:00 AM - 9:10 AM:** Introduction
- Welcome
- Objectives
- Agenda Overview

**9:10 AM - 9:30 AM:** Group Self-Assessment
- Reflection Prompts
- Self-Assessment Forms

**9:30 AM - 10:00 AM:** Group Discussion
- Facilitated Conversation
- Peer Feedback

**10:00 AM - 10:20 AM:** Action Planning
- Goal Setting
- Action Steps

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Implementation Tips

  1. Create a Safe Environment: Ensure the discussions are conducted in a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere. Encourage openness and honesty.
  2. Encourage Participation: Actively encourage all participants to share their thoughts and experiences. Use prompts and questions to facilitate discussion.
  3. Provide Follow-Up Support: Offer follow-up support and resources to help participants achieve their development goals. Check in regularly to monitor progress and offer assistance.

By following this detailed plan, you’ll be able to facilitate effective one-on-one and group discussions that help individuals articulate and assess their development needs.

  • Neftaly Malatjie | CEO | SayPro
  • Email: info@saypro.online
  • Call: + 27 84 313 7407
  • Website: www.saypro.online

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