To get started, sit down and discuss with your employee what they want to achieve in the short-term and long-term. You should also begin to take into account all of their current skills, knowledge, and experience in order to conduct a skills gap analysis.
Once you have a good idea of the overall objectives, you can start brainstorming specific steps for them to take. For example, if they want to improve their public speaking skills, they could join a toastmasters club or volunteer to give presentations at work. If they’re looking to gain more experience in leadership, they might seek out opportunities to lead project teams or cross-functional groups.
It’s also important to set clear deadlines for when you would like the steps to be completed in order to hold everyone accountable and focused.
By taking the time to develop a well-rounded plan, you’ll set them up for success in achieving their professional goals while also being in alignment with the company’s business goals.