A personal development plan is a process that involves establishing short, medium, and long-term goals for one's career. It requires assessing strengths and weaknesses, identifying skills that need improvement, and selecting appropriate activities to meet needs. The process includes a personal analysis stage to evaluate strengths, areas for improvement, and external factors. Goals are then set by determining what one wants to learn, what needs to be accomplished, and the required support and resources. Objectives are defined for short, medium, and long-term goals within specific timeframes.