[header] How to write a professional growth plan [title] Sit down to write a professional growth plan. [step] Some employers require that you create a professional development plan with the human resources department. However, the only way to create a truly effective growth plan is to take the time to do it yourself and on your own time. 
This way, you can create a growth plan that doesn't necessarily need to involve your current employer. [substeps] Create a special folder in your computer for recording your growth plan.