Personal & Professional Learning Goals (PPLG)
Based on my self-evaluation and career aspirations, I have established the following Short-to-Medium Term goals.
Personal Learning Goals (Skills & Competencies)
Enhance Cross-Cultural Adaptability: My main goal is to adjust how I approach leadership to fit the New Zealand business context. I have considerable management experience from China, but this context differs in important ways. I aim to develop what Whetten and Cameron describe as tolerance for situations that present unclear parameters. This skill allows better responses to the particular features of organizational contexts and communication approaches in Western settings.
Master Systems Theory in Business: I also aim to develop understanding of systems theory in business. In previous work, I managed by addressing issues as they appeared. This approach provided results but lacked a broader perspective. Systems theory presents organizations as networks where components connect and affect each other. This perspective allows analysis of complex business problems differently. It also supports implementation of digital solutions that function across multiple areas of operations rather than in isolated parts.
Elevate Strategic Management Capabilities: Additionally, I aim to refine my management approach from focusing on operational execution to focusing on strategic planning. This involves using academic frameworks to support decisions. The goal is to ensure that future leadership work relies on strategy supported by data rather than only on experience accumulated over time.
Professional Learning Goals (Career Objectives)
Short Term: Successfully complete my Master's qualification at ICL Graduate Business School with a focus on Business Professionalism and Enterprise Innovation.
Medium Term: My medium-term objective is to obtain a senior management position or strategic consultant role in a New Zealand enterprise. I aim to lead projects focused on digital transformation. These projects would bridge connections between New Zealand local businesses and the Asian market. My background in cross-border operations through Yougounz and digital marketing provides relevant experience for this work.