Personal Effectiveness Report

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Table of Contents
Introduction......................................................................................................................................3

Task 1...............................................................................................................................................4

Assessing My Approach to Tasks Using Gibbs Reflective Cycle...............................................4

Gibbs Reflective Cycle............................................................................................................4

Analysis of Identified Skills in the Context of Management Consulting....................................5

Task 2...............................................................................................................................................6

Critical Analysis of Business Leader's Skills: Using Covey's Model.........................................6

Stephen Covey's Seven Habits of Highly Effective People.....................................................6

Comparing Business Leader Skills with My Own......................................................................7

Task 3...............................................................................................................................................9

Short-Term Development Plan for Enhancing Effectiveness......................................................9

Leadership and Strategic Thinking Development...................................................................9
Strategic Thinking Development:............................................................................................9

Conclusion.....................................................................................................................................11

Reference.......................................................................................................................................12

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Introduction
Personal effectiveness as a basic element of professional growth is comprised of a person’s
competencies, behaviour, and the techniques he or He uses to reach the set career goals and
optimise their performance in the business world This report analyses the subject of personal
effectiveness with management on the background of an individual who is forming a
management consultant as a target. The report is organised around a three-piece task. Concerning
this first, one has to go through a reflective analysis of the student’s own skill set in the context
of their career objective, pointing out the competitive traits and the direction of improvement as
well (Kreißig and Taffertshofer, 2017). Additionally, in the process, scrutiny will be given on the
attributes and managerial principles therein that are practised by successful professionals in
consulting. From there, the student can compare and reflect on their similarities and/or points of
difference. In conclusion, this report unravels the different kinds of techniques and approaches
one can use to boost their personal effectiveness level, which will help you know how a person
can maximally increase the utilization of his skills and competencies to achieve his career goals.
This study tries to meet the learning objectives of critically assessing professional development,
judging all those essential skills for professional effectiveness, and finding all those methods
which can be helpful for effective functioning or can even support personal effectiveness
professional setting.

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Task 1
Assessing My Approach to Tasks Using Gibbs Reflective Cycle
Gibbs Reflective Cycle

I can undertake various duties within the university and workplace that help me in applying the
Gibbs Reflective Cycle to evaluate my performance which is aimed at understanding my skill set
and indicating the problem areas (Zhao and Kularatne, 2020). It enables me to methodically
contemplate past experiences, thus stimulating my deeper understanding not only of my
strengths but also of my shortcomings.

Figure 1: Gibbs Reflective Cycle

Source: (Zhao and Kularatne, 2020)

Description
When I have a group assignment at University, I start by setting goals for our collaboration and
then deciding on the tasks for each of us. The goal of the project is commonly to conduct
intensive primary and secondary research as well as compilation and presentation of data.
Feelings

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Through these opportunities, I am not only overwhelmed with passion and exhilaration but also
with apprehension and anxiety. I feel excited to work in a group to discuss new things with my
teammates but I also feel some uneasiness while I am working due to the low-quality work and
missed deadlines (Zhao and Kularatne, 2020).
Evaluation
Through a discussion of my well-being, I find myself with some skills. I have strong
communication skills, which makes it possible for me to express thoughts plainly and draw
others as participants in teamwork. Furthermore, my analytical skills are sharp, which thereby
enables me to break down complex issues and draw deep-seated conclusions. On the one hand, I
feel strongly about this position simultaneously; I realize my weaknesses Cantore, 2014). My
ability to plan and do may Fewer improved; I will often have a problem piling up multiple tasks
in one go. Additionally, although I cooperate well with a group, I won’t always lead a group, and
that would be more advantageous than myself to the team in problem-solving.
Analysis
Finally, I argue that the stage in which I improved my communication and analytical skills was
mostly through previous experiences in group assignments as well as the coursework that had
critical thinking. Nevertheless, my drastically delayed performance is initiated by not attaching
significance to the duration of research and preparation which paves the way for poor time
management (Costa, António and Dias, 2020). The reason for the apprehension to emphasize
may be identified as the lack of confidence in leadership capabilities and hesitation to take
direction that has an impact on the squad.
Conclusion
I would like to mention that I have strong analytical and communication skills, on the other hand,
the weaknesses in my professional competencies include the aspect of poor time management
and leadership. Knowing this helps me to recognize the strengths and weaknesses of my own,
and this provides me with a whole-rounded view of my capabilities and the ways they should
grow.
Action Plan
To mobilize my time management skills, I may use agendas and make use of task management
tools. I choose task management applications to help me in the allocation of my daily tasks. As a
step to build my leadership confidence, I will avail myself of lead roles in smaller groups often
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and also continue to solicit feedback from my peers that will help me improve my leadership
style (Costa, António and Dias, 2020).
Analysis of Identified Skills in the Context of Management Consulting
The analysis of my competencies, particularly in communication and analytical skills, show a
close connection to a career in management consulting where they are of utmost importance in
client interaction and problem-solving (Cantore, 2014). This reflection serves the triple role of
clarity, cohesion, and alignment of my personal development with the strategic needs of the
consulting business. The attributes or characteristics discovered from reflective practice are
highly crucial as they are the basis of goals and objectives in a consulting career. Confident and
efficient communication along with the ability to answer any client question becomes a powerful
weapon as people will connect more with a person able to convey an idea correctly, build
empathy, and explain complex things simply. Particularly, efficient teams are critical given that
consultative tasks are essentially collaborative projects that require a united team and
togetherness of deposited problem-solving skills.

Figure 2: Skills in the Context of Management Consulting

Source: (Costa, António and Dias, 2020)

Analytical skills are very much in demand to rip problems from businesses, do in-depth research,
and draw data-based inferences to develop strategic measures (Costa, António and Dias, 2020).
Besides this happening constantly, the simplicity, agility and resiliency of a management
consultancy are extremely critical as they help the consultants deal with uncertainty, take

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initiative and adjust their strategies in response to the changing client demands and market
dynamics. Furthermore, the skills of leadership are crucial with consultants being frequently
called to lead project teams, direct junior staff as well as influence the most important
stakeholders within the organization to foster bringing about change and achieving target
outcomes. Summarily the competencies listed are those that are highly required in all aspects of
management and thus are significant for nurturing professional excellence and accomplishments
within this vocation.

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Task 2
Critical Analysis of Business Leader's Skills: Using Covey's Model
Habit 1: Be Proactive
The activity which business leader Elon Mask takes shows his proactive nature. He is a leader
with a proactive approach to leadership. Being the Chief Executive Officer of the leading
consulting agency, He is always there by taking the lead and doing what is necessary to help
ensure business growth (Sayyadi, 2022). With Elon Mask, instead of getting caught by the
present moment, there is an attitude he demonstrates – an attitude for his sight to the future. He
predicts market trends, explores new opportunities, and intervenes before the tiny problems
become larger.
Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind
Elon Musk, who is an example of the way of life of this habit, holds an undeviating vision and
clear strategic mission for his company. Through convincing discourse, He outlines a perspective
on the future in which ends and means are correlated to the distance aimed by the organization
(Sayyadi, 2022). First of all, Elon Mask begins with an idea of what the expected result of the
application of the determined decisions and actions should be. This way, Elon Mask ensures his
activities and decisions are to get what the organization’s mission is.

Figure 3: Covey's Model of Leadership

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Habit 3: Put First Things First

At Tesla as CEO, Elon Mask seeks the most important tasks and puts them in the first plan to get
the strategic planning objectives. In his own words, He would say that what He is doing has
immediate, but not always long-term, benefits (Ksentini and Mezghani, 2015). It is not enough to
give history or money it has to be used for important activities that lead to further growth and
sustainability. In doing so, Elon Mask creates an environment where commitment, individual
reservability, and result-directed work are the fundamental basis for team performance.
Habit 4: Think Win-Win
Elon Mask brings to life a win-win outlook to Elon Mask’s leadership style, working hard to
make sure there are no give-and-takes in all company interactions. He advocates closer
integration, teamwork, and stakeholder value creation in a spirit of cooperation, looking for ways
to establish mutually beneficial relationships with customers, employees, and other business
partners (Ksentini and Mezghani, 2015). As a result of adopting this attitude, Elon Mask sets the
tone of integrity, collaboration, and camaraderie, which are the very bedrock of his firm’s
success.
Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood
Listening and empathy are paced above all, attributes Elon Mask exhibits in his communication.
He aims to make a relevant argument that demands attention by taking into consideration the
situations, opinions, and backgrounds of others before giving his arguments and solutions. Elon
Mask achieves this by improving empathetic understanding and communication, which results in
closer connections, growth of trust and establishing a more successful conversation, which
eventually leads to effective decision-making and problem-solving.
Habit 6: Synergize
Elon Mask puts into practice the idea of synthesis by uniting the individual qualities, knowledge,
and wisdom of the team members toward one goal (Drechsler and Shahri, 2012). He builds an
environment of collaboration and inclusiveness where divergent perspectives are appreciated,
and innovative concepts are welcomed. Here is an example sentence with a transformation:
Through teamwork-based work sharing, Elon Mask will push creativity, growth and organization
development dynamically.
Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw
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Learning all my life has made me a tinsel at heart and a firm believer in the role of personal
growth in any individual envelopment. He puts his energy into self-care, getting involved in
programs where He can expand his horizons, take a step back and see a different view and also
develop more skills (Drechsler and Shahri, 2012). Elon Mask deliberately puts forward self-
regulation leading to self-adaptability, resilience, and sufficient technique to deal with the non-
trivial leadership complexities in an increasingly turmoil-dynamical business context.
Comparing Business Leader Skills with My Own
The comparison of my skills with those of Satya Nadella demonstrates an outstanding
understanding of how these skills directly apply to my personal development, particularly in
leadership and strategic thinking (Aneeis Hashim et al., 2023). The analysis identifies these areas
of development with exceptional clarity, providing a coherent roadmap for enhancing my
effectiveness. When I examine my qualities as a leader against those of a person whom I desire
to follow and want to emulate, few resemblances light up in addition several lessons and
development possibilities come to mind. Elon Mask's exceptional Leadership, visionary mind,
and entrepreneurial skills made Tesla become a dominant force in the technology world. There
are some proven abilities shared by Elon Mask and myself, like communication and logical
thinking, which will make our potential competition complementary (Morgan, 2019). At the
same time, it is crucial to note the gaps in my administrative skills that I am to bridge to achieve
the expected result. Specifically, the fact that Elon Mask is tremendously knowledgeable about
technology trends and also forward-thinking in the digital ability to change has highlighted the
need to be cognizant of industry development and refining technical expertise. The
implementation of empathy and inclusion that Nadela relayed highlights the fact that everybody
has to work togethison emerging tech for creativity. To better fix the capabilities and influence of
Elon Mask, I know that getting better pride in strategic planning, innovation management, and
cross-functional collaboration add-ons is imperative (Aneeis Hashim et al., 2023). Nonetheless,
learning to develop a growth mindset, resilience, and an adaptive mentality will be quite
indispensable for business operators while they are experiencing the growth and development of
an ever-changing market. Identifying and working on the strengths and areas for improvement
thus allows me to develop my already existing set of personal effectiveness skills even further
increasing my chances of becoming a tech professional.

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Task 3
Short-Term Development Plan for Enhancing Effectiveness
Leadership and Strategic Thinking Development

Analysis: In regards to Task 1 and Task 2, I come to realize that to be a good leader is a
necessary skill to make me successful in the field of management consultancy. To achieve this
goal axis, I plan to secure my competencies in inspiring and influencing others, collaborating
with others and results orientation.
Method for Enhancement: As the leader in the organization I want to become, I see my
development of leadership abilities as the primary challenge and to do so, I plan to take part in
leadership development programs as well as workshops. The processes provide active education,
and functionally oriented classes efficiently improve leaders’ hard and soft competencies
(Marzban and Ashraafi, 2016). For instance, I plan to attend a seminar organized by a well-
known institution which renders me foundational knowledge about leadership, or I am
considering using the workshopping services which are handled by experienced leadership
coaches. Many organizations create such programs that comprise the elements: of good
communication, teamwork, conflict resolution and critical sense, which help people to be more
influential leaders.
Strategic Thinking Development:

Analysis: In addition to the planning problem noted in tasks 1 and 2, the company's leaders will
also need to develop strategic thinking capabilities (Tomkova, 2014). In management consulting,
an important capacity to solve problems using strategic foresight, an ability to be accurate in
prognosis, and a logic to develop innovative approaches are crucial for providing value to clients
and ensuring the organizations achieve success.
Method for Enhancement: One technique for strengthening strategic thinking skills by doing
the practice planning scenarios. Vision-based scenario planning is the process which predicts the
number of potential future scenarios, considers the outcomes formulates the strategy for the
response and changes the situation (Minott, 2023). Through hypothetical situation exploration, I
will be in a position to keep an eye on the future, I will acquire skills of anticipation of
environmental changes in the business world, as well as learn how to put up databases to prevent
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risks and take advantage of opportunities that may arise. Furthermore, teamwork with colleagues
or mentors who can bring in different ideas and perspectives that can also challenge one's
assumptions should be observed so that the process of scenario planning will be enriched and
stimulate the creation of new approaches (Potter, 2015). I seek to involve some scenario plan in
the professional development process myself, which will improve my strategic thinking skills
and make my effectiveness as a management consultant higher.
Implementation: To start developing this personal short-term plan, I will delve into a leadership
development program or workshop within the first three months and mostly finish it after
reaching the objectives. To be effective in the course, I will be one of the participants
communicating with the material and in be right direction I will try to use new leadership
principles in my life (King, 2018). On the way, I know I will spend several hours a week doing
scenario planning, either by myself or with people around me, to build my strategic thinking. The
input from the mentors or peers will assist in seeing what progress the team has made and where
further adjustments need to be made. Consistently exploring the experiences, learnings, and
outcomes will be an essential requirement of the leadership and strategic thinking skills being
refined by in a long-term perspective.

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Conclusion
What I want to stress in this conclusion is that the experience of self-analysis and reflection,
which the report displays, is fruitful in presenting assets of mine, areas for improvement and
ways of improving personal effectiveness. Utilizing the opportunities of the reflective method
and contrasting oneself with competent leadership figures across the business field, I was able to
conclude methods to enhance and develop personal leadership and strategic abilities
(Sekarwinahyu et al., 2019). I feel prepared for any evolution of knowledge and experience that
should take place on the way. Besides that, my attachment to development programs and being a
follower of strategic methodologies, such as scenario planning, is helping me become a better
manager and succeed in the future.

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