Leadership Planner

Period 1: January - February

1.  Self-Assessment & Skill Discovery Vision Setting

• #ExploreStrengths - Identify strengths & weaknesses.
• #VisionVibes - Create a vision board for goals.
• #ValuesMatch - Align goals with personal values.
• #Prioritize Focus: Identify key areas for focused skill development  

Key Question: What skill you want to focus on - improve (communication, decision-making, emotional intelligence, resilience etc.)?

2.  Goal Setting and Accountability

• Set SMART goals specifically for Skill 1 improvement.
• #AccountabilityAce - Establish an accountability plan.

3.  Research and Resource Gathering tailored for Focus 1

1. Explore leadership courses and educational resources.
2. [Date]: Research courses, books, workshops for skill enhancement.
3. Find podcasts, TED talks, and quotes from inspiring leaders.
4. [Date]: Identify potential mentors, networking opportunities.

Period 1: March - June

Building Skills: Focus 1 Enhancement (12 weeks)

• Training and learning focused on enhancing Skill 1.
• Application of Skill 1 in work scenarios.
• Regular reflection and adjustments related to Skill 1 progress.

Training and Learning

• Enroll in leadership course [Course Name].
• Read [Book Title] on effective leadership.
• Listen to podcasts and explore TED talks.

Skill Practice and Application

• Apply learned skills in daily work or team settings.
• Volunteer for [Project Name] leadership role.
• Handle challenging situations to practice skills.

Mentorship and Coaching

• Meet mentor/coach [Name] to discuss challenges.
• Connect with [Leader's Name] for advice and insights.
• Implement suggestions from mentor/coach.

Reflection and Transition Period

• Reflect on progress towards set goals.
• Review achievements and milestones.
• Evaluate effectiveness of developed leadership skills.
• Adjust goals or strategies based on reflections.
• Identify Focus for the next period.
• Plan and prepare for focus enhancement.

Celebration and Continued Planning

• Celebrate achievements and milestones.
• Plan next steps for ongoing leadership growth.

July - August

Building Skills: Focus 2 Enhancement

• Set specific goals for improving Skill 2.
• Training and learning directed towards Skill 2 enhancement.
• Practical application of Skill 2 in projects or tasks.
• Mentorship and coaching aligned with improving Skill 2.
• Reflect and make necessary adjustments for Skill 2 progress.

Goal Setting and Accountability

• Set SMART goals for leadership development.
• Set SMART goals specifically for Skill 2 improvement.
• #AccountabilityAce - Establish an accountability plan.

Research and Resource Gathering tailored for Focus 2

• Explore leadership courses and educational resources.
• Research courses, books, workshops for skill enhancement.
• Find podcasts, TED talks, and quotes from inspiring leaders.
• Identify potential mentors, networking opportunities.

September -  December

Building Skills: Focus 2 Enhancement (12 weeks)

• Training and learning focused on enhancing Skill 1.
• Application of Skill 1 in work scenarios.
• Regular reflection and adjustments related to Skill 1 progress.

Training and Learning

• Enroll in leadership course [Course Name].
• Read [Book Title] on effective leadership.
• Listen to podcasts and explore TED talks.

Skill Practice and Application

• Apply learned skills in daily work or team settings.
• Volunteer for [Project Name] leadership role.
• Handle challenging situations to practice skills.

Mentorship and Coaching

• Meet mentor/coach [Name] to discuss challenges.
• Connect with [Leader's Name] for advice and insights.
• Implement suggestions from mentor/coach.

Quarter 4: September  - November

Reflection and Holistic Planning

• Review achievements and progress across Skill 1 and Skill 2.
• Plan for continued growth in targeted skills.
• Engage in self-assessment and set broader goals for the upcoming year.
• Prepare a holistic strategy for overall leadership development in the following year.

This plan offers an initial month for self-assessment and skill discovery, followed by dedicated 12-week periods for focused skill enhancement, interspersed with reflection and planning periods. Adjust timelines and activities based on your schedule and personal development needs.

Quarter 1: January - March

Goal Setting and Accountability

• Set SMART goals for leadership development.
• #AccountabilityAce - Establish an accountability plan.

Research and Resource Gathering

• Explore leadership courses and educational resources.
• Research courses, books, workshops for skill enhancement.
• Find podcasts, TED talks, and quotes from inspiring leaders.
• Identify potential mentors, networking opportunities.

Quarter 2: April - June

Training and Learning

• Enroll in leadership course [Course Name].
• Read [Book Title] on effective leadership.
• Listen to podcasts and explore TED talks.

Skill Practice and Application

• Apply learned skills in daily work or team settings.
• Volunteer for [Project Name] leadership role.
• Handle challenging situations to practice skills.

Mentorship and Coaching

• Meet mentor/coach [Name] to discuss challenges.
• Connect with [Leader's Name] for advice and insights.
• Implement suggestions from mentor/coach.

Quarter 3: July - September

Reflection and Adjustment

• Reflect on progress towards set goals.
• Review achievements and milestones.
• Evaluate effectiveness of developed leadership skills.
• Adjust goals or strategies based on reflections.

Celebration and Continued Planning

• Celebrate achievements and milestones.
• Plan next steps for ongoing leadership growth.