**Learning Plan: From IC to Manager in 1 Year**
**Current Role:** Individual Contributor (IC)
**Target Role:** Manager
**Target Timeline:** 1 year
**Focus Areas:**
1. **Leadership and Management**
2. **Communication and Interpersonal Skills**
3. **Business Acumen and Strategic Thinking**
4. **Project Management and Organization**
5. **Coaching and Development**
**Quarter 1 (Months 1-3): Building Foundations**
* **Leadership and Management:**
+ Read "The Manager's Path" by Camille Fournier (Book)
+ Take "Management Essentials" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Attend "Leadership Development" workshop (In-house or external)
+ Identify a mentor who is an experienced manager
* **Communication and Interpersonal Skills:**
+ Take "Effective Communication" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Practice active listening and feedback in daily interactions
+ Join a public speaking group (e.g., Toastmasters) to improve presentation skills
* **Business Acumen and Strategic Thinking:**
+ Read "Playing to Win" by Roger Martin and A.G. Lafley (Book)
+ Take "Business Strategy" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Participate in company-wide meetings and ask questions to understand business goals
* **Project Management and Organization:**
+ Take "Project Management Fundamentals" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Assist in project planning and execution under the guidance of a manager
+ Implement a task management system (e.g., Trello, Asana) to prioritize tasks
* **Coaching and Development:**
+ Identify opportunities to coach team members on specific tasks
+ Take "Coaching and Feedback" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Practice giving and receiving feedback with colleagues
**Quarter 2 (Months 4-6): Building on Foundations**
* **Leadership and Management:**
+ Take on a small project leadership role (with guidance from a manager)
+ Attend "Leadership Development" conference or webinar
+ Read "Drive" by Daniel H. Pink (Book)
* **Communication and Interpersonal Skills:**
+ Take "Conflict Resolution" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Practice negotiation and influencing skills with stakeholders
+ Join a mentorship program to develop coaching skills
* **Business Acumen and Strategic Thinking:**
+ Read "The Lean Startup" by Eric Ries (Book)
+ Take "Innovation and Entrepreneurship" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Analyze company financial reports and ask questions to understand business performance
* **Project Management and Organization:**
+ Take "Agile Project Management" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Assist in creating project plans and resource allocation
+ Implement a project management tool (e.g., MS Project, Basecamp) to track progress
* **Coaching and Development:**
+ Identify opportunities to develop team members' skills
+ Take "Talent Development" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Practice delegating tasks and providing feedback to team members
**Quarter 3 (Months 7-9): Practicing Management**
* **Leadership and Management:**
+ Take on a larger project leadership role (with decreased guidance from a manager)
+ Attend "Leadership Development" workshop (In-house or external)
+ Read "The First 90 Days" by Michael Watkins (Book)
* **Communication and Interpersonal Skills:**
+ Take "Emotional Intelligence" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Practice stakeholder management and communication
+ Join a leadership book club to discuss management best practices
* **Business Acumen and Strategic Thinking:**
+ Read "Competitive Strategy" by Michael E. Porter (Book)
+ Take "Business Strategy Execution" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Analyze company market trends and ask questions to understand business strategy
* **Project Management and Organization:**
+ Take "Portfolio Management" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Assist in creating departmental goals and objectives
+ Implement a resource allocation plan to optimize team performance
* **Coaching and Development:**
+ Identify opportunities to develop team members' skills
+ Take "Performance Management" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Practice conducting performance reviews and providing feedback to team members
**Quarter 4 (Months 10-12): Preparing for Management Role**
* **Leadership and Management:**
+ Take "Managerial Finance" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Attend "Leadership Development" conference or webinar
+ Read "The CEO Next Door" by Elena L. Botelho and Kim R. Powell (Book)
* **Communication and Interpersonal Skills:**
+ Take "Influencing and Negotiation" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Practice building relationships with stakeholders
+ Join a leadership community to network with other managers
* **Business Acumen and Strategic Thinking:**
+ Read "Blue Ocean Strategy" by W. Chan Kim and Renée Mauborgne (Book)
+ Take "Business Model Innovation" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Analyze company performance metrics and ask questions to understand business outcomes
* **Project Management and Organization:**
+ Take "Change Management" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Assist in creating and implementing process improvements
+ Implement a continuous learning system to stay updated with industry trends
* **Coaching and Development:**
+ Identify opportunities to develop team members' skills
+ Take "Talent Development and Succession Planning" online course ( Coursera or LinkedIn Learning)
+ Practice building a high-performing team and developing team members' careers
**Action Plan:**
* Set aside dedicated time for learning and development each week
* Create a learning journal to track progress and reflect on learning
* Identify a learning buddy or accountability partner to stay motivated
* Schedule regular check-ins with a mentor or coach to discuss progress and receive feedback
* Apply learned skills and knowledge in daily work to reinforce understanding
**Evaluation Criteria:**
* Completion of learning objectives and activities
* Demonstration of skills and knowledge in daily work
* Feedback from managers, colleagues, and stakeholders
* Self-assessment and reflection on learning and progress
**Target Outcome:**
* Be ready to take on a managerial role within 1 year
* Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to be a successful manager
* Show a strong understanding of leadership, communication, business acumen, project management, and coaching and development
By following this learning plan, you'll be well on your way to developing the skills and knowledge needed to become a successful manager within 1 year. Remember to stay focused, stay committed, and practice what you learn!
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