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Individual Development Plan (IDP) Template
A structured development plan covering career goals, current strengths, skill gaps, development actions with timelines, manager support needs, and quarterly progress reviews.
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What's Included
- Career goals (short-term 12 months and long-term 2–3 years)
- Current strengths inventory (3–5 items)
- Development areas from performance review or 360 feedback
- Development actions with method, owner, timeline, and success measures
- Manager support and resource budget section
- Progress reviews at 30, 60, and 90 days
- Sign-off by employee, manager, and HR
Best Used For
- Annual performance cycle follow-up
- High-potential employee development programs
- Succession planning pipeline
- Performance improvement plans (PIP) companion
- Manager and employee development conversations