The process of establishing career objectives and determining appropriate educational and developmental programs to further develop the skills required to achieve short- or long-term career objectives.
                                                            
                                                     
                        
                                                
                        
                        
                            the conscious planning of a career path by an individual either alone, or in conjunction with his or her employer.
                                                            
                                                     
                        
                                                
                        
                        
                            a process of evaluating your current career position and developing action plans to achieve your ideal career.