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timely feedback and pinpoint areas where the individual could take greater
responsibility. Be alert for changes in mission or equipment and make adjustments as
necessary.
(4) Identify unit resources to support the IDP and include projected formal requirements
in the unit's training plan as reasonable. Developmental opportunities can take many
forms, so include a mix of training and experiential learning in the IDP. Besides
classroom training, IDPs might incorporate shadowing of senior individuals,
mentoring, distance learning, self-study, assignment to a project team, cross-training
for exposure to new areas, and/or temporary assignments.
c. The individual's responsibilities are as follows:
(1) Be concerned about planning your career and getting maximum benefit from the
energy and time you devote to the Coast Guard. Think about what you need to learn
for your current position and what you want to do next. Set goals and objectives
applicable to your unit and the Coast Guard, as well as to yourself. Research ways of
meeting your career aspirations and enhancing your performance.
(2) Draft the IDP with input from your supervisor and mentors. For first-termers, the
immediate supervisor will initiate the process and assist in drafting the first IDP,
based on your input.
(3) After finalizing the IDP, begin working on the agreed-to activities. Notify your
supervisor of progress and any changed circumstances and keep in touch with your
mentors. Be willing to take on increased responsibilities to expand your knowledge
and build your expertise.
(4) Share with your supervisor the responsibility of meeting every six months to review
the IDP.
d. Command Master Chiefs (CMC) should monitor, via TMT, and encourage, use of IDPs
at commands within their area of responsibility.
e. CDAs, TRMs, and ESOs understand how to effectively implement the IDP process and
can provide unit training as time and funding permit. Seek their assistance.
f. Commandant (CG-133), as program manager for civilian and military professional
development, will maintain the IDP guide and form, promote its usage, and make it
accessible to personnel through Commandant Instruction, the Unit Leadership
Development Program (ULDP) web site, Adobe Forms, CDAs, CG Central, and at
http://www.uscg.mil/leadership.
8. FORMS AVAILABILITY. Coast Guard forms CG-6021, Individual Development Plan
(IDP) for Coast Guard Civilians/Officers/Auxiliarists, and CG-5357, Enlisted Individual
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