SWOT ANALYSIS AND GROW COACHING MODEL

IN LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

ENHANCING SKILLS AND CAREER GROWTH

 CONTENT

Understanding SWOT analysis

Matrix framework of SWOT analysis
GROW Coaching Model
Utilising GROW Coaching Model
Planning a Personal Development Plan (PDP)
INTRODUCTION

This presentation explores various coaching models in learning and

development (benzaghta et al., 2021.pp.54-72). focusing on SWOT
analysis, the GROW coaching model and Personal Development Planning
(PDP)
UNDERSTANDING
SWOT ANALYSIS

SWOT analysis evaluates strengths,

weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in
learning and development for skill
enhancement and career advancement (puyt
et al ., 2023.pp.102304).

Identifying strengths like knowledge, skills,

and motivation, and opportunities like
educational programs and job openings are
crucial for growth (shinde et al .,
2023.pp.611-638).
 SWOT MATRIX

Strengths Weakness Opportunities Threats

Problem solving An aly tica l skills Edu c ation a l a nd Fierce internal

Critica l Thinking Ad ap ta bility train in g p ro grams. compe tition
Effec tive Time man ag e me n t Jo b o pe n in gs
Communica tion Striv e fo r pe rfec tio n Certifica te c ou rses
Self c onfide nce a nd e xc e lle nc e In te rn sh ip
MATRIX FRAMEWORK OF SWOT
ANALYSIS
Enhancing self awareness
01 The matrix framework of SWOT analysis
provides insights into capabilitie s, skills,
talents, and potentials essentia l for persona l
and
• professional development.

02 Regular self-SWOT analysis and discussions

with me ntors aid in building effective
pe rsonal (park et al.,2021.pp .814-831).
de velopme nt plans aligned with c hanging
business environments.
GROW COACHING MODEL
Unde r s t a n di n g St r a t e gi e s f or Pe r s ona l gr owt h
( Wi l s on, 202 0) .

Embrace innovation
and creativity

Set clear goals and

seek
guidance(Flaherty,202
Continual Learning and 2).
Improve Public
communication
UTILISING GROW
COACHING MODEL
Tailo rin g Dev elo pment Plans

The GROW coach ing model refin es d evelopment

plan s to meet specific emplo yee needs
(do lh an,202 0). focu sin g on go al setting,
pro blem-so lv ing, an d skill enh ancement.

•The model fosters skills development,

work engagement, collaboration,
empowerment, and self-motivation,
contributing to a culture of excellence and
achievement at the workplace.
EXPLORING PERSONAL
DEVELOPMENT PLAN

SWOT analysis applications in

learning and development

A self assessment Personalised

Development Plan to overcome
skill gaps (contrell, 2021).
 Personal Growth
VISION PLANNING GOALS

CREATIVITY MOTIVATION LEARNING

AND
TRAINING
 Learning Courses, PDP STRATEGIES
Investments workshops,
seminars

Key Techniques
Fostering
Creativity innovative and
adaptive thinking

Seeking guidance
Mentorship
from experienced
mentors

Public Speaking Improving self confidence

and idea conveyance

Growth
 SKILL GAP ANALYSIS IN PDP
PDP should include skill gap analysis, defining
strategies, resources and timelines for improvement

By creatin g a p ersonal develo pmen t plan and

working on personal development strategies these
weak barriers can get overcome positively by and
working on th ese th rough various resources. It is
importan t to work on this personal development
plan as it helps to set clear, specific an d
ach ievable goals.
 SKILL GAP AND
STRATEGIES
Analytical Skills Adaptibility

Reading regularly,asking
Active listening,learning new
questions,communicating and
skills,positive mindset
problem solving

Perfection and Time Management

Excellence

Keeping records, Prioritising work, avoiding

being content -specific , procrastination,scheduling tasks.
seeking mentoring
 IMPACT OF GROW MODEL AND
PDP

The GROW model and PDP contributed to yield higher productivity, improved
communication skills, better work environment (Lejeune et al., 2021.pp. 1086-1112). and
effective career planning through strategic learning and development approaches.
Skill gap Strategies Resources Time

Analytical Skills I will improve this by reading regularly,
ask questions and communicate with
others and involve myself in problem
solving skills
(Tripathy,2020.pp.1-19).
Newspaper reading, internet, books,
mentor, group of people, analysis 6 months
based student projects, online
certificate courses, mock practices

Adaptability Training models, adaptive

I will work on my adaptability skills by thinking, Research.
Adaptability being an active listener and ask 3 months
questions when unclear. I will learn
new skills and incorporate new ideas. I
will also keep a positive mindset
throughout and concentrate on
problem solving skills
(Mc Loughlin and
Priyadarshini,2021.pp.100012).
Skill gap Strategies Resources Time

Time management I will manage the time work balance Training courses, online time based
by prioritising my daily work schedule assignments and tests, writing a daily 1 month
and avoid procrastination. I will also to-do-list, 80-20 rule.
Schedule the daily work in an
organised manner and practice
decision making to meet the deadlines
(Rodriguez et al., 2020.pp.1920).

Strive for perfection and excellence
I will keep a record of all the topics
and manage my time duration by
being content specific (Gupta et al.,
2021).
1 month
Mentorship. Team collaboration,
mentor and time management.
References : Benzaghta, M.A., Elwalda, A., Mousa, M.M., Erkan, I. and Rahman, M (2021) 'SWOT analysis
applications: An integrative literature review' Journal of Global Business Insights, 6(1), pp.54-72. Online available
at: https://www.doi.org/. Last accessed on: 1st May 2024.

Shinde, P.A., Abbas, Q., Chodankar, N.R., Ariga, K., Abdelkareem, M.A. and Olabi, A.G (2023) 'Strengths,
weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) analysis of supercapacitors: A review. Journal of Energy
Chemistry, 79' pp.611-638. Online Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jechem.2022.12.030. Last accessed
on: 1st May 2024.

Puyt, R.W., Lie, F.B. and Wilderom, C.P (2023) 'The origins of SWOT analysis. Long Range Planning '56(3),
p.102304. Online Available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lrp.2023.102304. Last accessed on: 1st may 2024.

Scamardo, M. and Harnden, S.C (2022) 'A manager coaching group model: Applying leadership knowledge.' In
Employee Assistance Programs in Higher Education (pp. 127-143). Routledge. Online Available at:
https://doi.org/10.1300/J490v22n02_09. Last accessed on: 1st May 2024.

Park, S., McLean, G.N. and Yang, B. (2021) Impact of managerial coaching skills on employee commitment: the
role of personal learning. European Journal of Training and Development, 45(8/9), pp.814-831. Online Available
at: https://doi.org/10.1108/EJTD-07-2020-0122. Last accessed on: 1st May 2024.
Wilson, C (2020) ' Performance coaching: A complete guide to best practice coaching and training. Kogan' Online
available at:
https://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=_av_DwAAQBAJ&oi=fnd&pg=PP1&ots=bCmz6KQ5DI&sig=Qafd
Wr3tmvnE2gpmLkQpmldRWto
. Last accessed on: 2nd May 2024.

Flaherty, J (2022) 'Coaching: Evoking excellence in others.' Routledge.. Online Available at:
https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003206422. Last accessed on: 2nd May 2024.
Dolan, S.L (2020) The Secret of Coaching and Leading by Values: How to Ensure Alignment and Proper
Realignment. Routledge. Online available at:
https://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=zNXpDwAAQBAJ&oi=fnd&pg=PT5&dq=+GROW+coaching+mod
el+++book++&ots=RwdF4RPrxG&sig=4GmrFGJfxO28Ew9Fg-nyrbzDjks
. Last accessed on: 2nd May 2024
Cottrell, S (2021) 'Skills for Success: Personal development and employability. Bloomsbury
Publishing Online Available at:
https://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=Q_RgEAAAQBAJ&oi=fnd&pg=PT17&ots=QnBDi
hS3hS&sig=CCZoxND4yO1kZt7F0uXxvYgIPWk
. Last accessed on: 2nd may 2024.

Lejeune, C., Beausaert, S. and Raemdonck, I (2021) 'The impact on employees' job performance
of exercising self-directed learning within personal development plan practice'. The International
Journal of Human Resource Management, 32(5), pp.1086-1112. Online Available at:
https://doi.org/10.1080/09585192.2018.1510848. Last accessed on: 2nd may 2024.

Tripathy, M (2020) 'Dimensions of critical thinking in workplace management & personal

development: A conceptual analysis'. Multidisciplinary Journal for Education, Social and
Technological Sciences, 7(2), pp.1-19. Online Available at:
https://doi.org/10.4995/muse.2020.12925. Last accessed on: 2nd May 2024.

Mc Loughlin, E. and Priyadarshini, A. (2021) 'Adaptability in the workplace: Investigating the

adaptive performance job requirements for a project manager'. Project Leadership and Society,
2, p.100012.Online available at: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.plas.2021.100012. Last accessed on:
2nd May 2024.

Rodríguez-Sánchez, J.L., González-Torres, T., Montero-Navarro, A. and Gallego-Losada, R. (2020)

'Investing time and resources for work-life balance: The effect on talent retention'. International
journal of environmental research and public health, 17(6), p.1920. Online available at:
https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17061920. Last accessed on: 2nd May 2024.

Gupta, V., Bhattacharya, S. and Gopalan, N (2021) A Conceptual Framework to Optimize Soft
Skills in the Workplace. Soft skills for human-centered management and global sustainability.
Online Available at:
https://books.google.co.in/books?hl=en&lr=&id=KcIZEAAAQBAJ&oi=fnd&pg=PT79&dq=soft+skill
s+in+the+workplace&ots=7-846izapx&sig=HPrBrAsKdYDaNQi0pLd19wrCB0k&redir_esc=y#v=on
epage&q=soft%20skills%20in%20the%20workplace&f=false
. Last accessed on: 2nd May 2024.