Week 2 Materials - Self-awareness and Professional Development

Flashcards covering key concepts from Week 2 lecture notes on self-awareness, feedback, case study (Dr Cristina Yang), Ikigai, cultural intelligence, and Assessment 1 structure and requirements.

Who are the instructors for Week 2 Developing Professionally and their teaching times (as per the notes)?

Dr Yakub Karagoz (Mon 4:30pm, Thurs 4:30pm) and Dr Meg Colasante (Wed 10:30am, 2:30pm) plus the Course Coordinator; CRICOS provider number 00122A | RTO Code 3046.

What are the two aspects of self-awareness mentioned for seeing oneself?

The capabilities you hold and the skills you need to develop.

According to the introduction video, what are the suggested benefits of seeing yourself clearly?

You become more confident and more creative.

List some claimed benefits of self-awareness cited in the paraphrased Carden et al. (2022) points.

It is a popular management buzzword; it appears in MBA/leadership development programs; it is linked to better decision making; it is linked to improved team performance and authentic leadership; people with higher self-awareness are more likely to be promoted and to be effective leaders; it predicts leadership performance and success.

What self-awareness activities were described as done last week?

Self-nominated your super-skill; worked through key life and work views; completed a capability/skill self-awareness survey.

What quick exercise can you do at your table to uncover skills and capabilities?

Talk on your table, arrive with three options, and each table shares one option with the room.

What is Assessment 1 – Part B about?

Evaluation of professional development feedback (approximately 400–450 words), including a list of at least four sources of professional-styled feedback and planning who to ask, what to ask, and the preferred written method.

How many feedback sources must you list for Assessment 1 Part B, and what must one source include?

At least four sources; one must include in-class peer feedback during a Developing Professionally class activity in Week 2 or 3 (or Week 1 if relevant).

What should you decide about the remaining three sources in Part B?

Who you will ask to provide feedback; swap ideas with the person next to you.

What are the two modes of feedback described, and how should you document it?

Formal feedback (planned discussions with a direct line manager) and informal feedback (on the job, ad hoc); document with evidence such as emails, surveys, or excerpts from performance reviews (including screenshots or photos).

What kind of evidence is preferred for feedback submission?

Screenshots or photos of electronically written feedback, or photos of handwritten notes made contemporaneously.

What is the Dr Cristina Yang case study about in terms of self-awareness?

Dr Cristina Yang is an exceptionally skilled surgeon with evidence of a lack of self-awareness in how she interacts with colleagues; two short videos illustrate typical interactions and feedback exchanges.

In Dr Yang’s case, what are the two key skill areas to evaluate?

Technical/discipline skills (surgical) and Employability/transferable/human skills.

What is the key lesson from Dr Cristina Yang’s case regarding talent and feedback?

Being talented isn’t enough—self-awareness, teamwork, and emotional intelligence are essential for long-term success; those who embrace feedback tend to become more effective, respected, and successful.

What GenAI-related questions are raised about the handouts on Dr Cristina Yang in Week 2?

Whether GenAI was used to create the handouts; whether they blindly accepted GenAI output or interrogated the details; whether the process was quick or required critical thinking.

What micro-credential is recommended for cultural intelligence in Week 2?

RMIT’s Truth Telling: Racism and Reconciliation micro-credential.

What is Ikigai?

A Japanese concept meaning 'a reason for being,' describing the intersection of what you love, what you’re good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for.

What are the four elements of the Ikigai diagram?

What you love; what you’re good at; what the world needs; what you can be paid for.

What does Kaizen mean in this context?

Continuous small improvements; focus on steady, small professional growth over time rather than big leaps.

What is Workview and how does it relate to Ikigai?

Work should align with purpose, not just productivity; it connects career goals to life goals and sits at the intersection of passion and profession.

What are the main themes of Cultural Intelligence content covered in Week 2?

Bias and privilege; Truth Telling: Racism and Reconciliation micro-credential; Acknowledgement of Country.

What is the structure of Assessment 1 (Self-awareness analysis) as described?

Cover page; Part A: Reflection on skill-assessment survey (400-450 words); Part B: Evaluation of Professional development feedback (400-450 words, including SWAG); Part C: Overview of work and life views (150-200 words); References; Appendix A: Survey results; Appendix B: Tabled feedback; some parts completed in class; Harvard citations required.

What should Part A of Assessment 1 include in terms of length and citation?

A 400–450 word reflection on skills to focus on, applying a reading from Module 1 with Harvard-style citation.

What should Part C of Assessment 1 cover and how long should it be?

An overview of your work and life views, about 150–200 words, with links to Module 1 readings and supporting reflection from Parts A and B.

What is SW-AG and what should Part B include for its evaluation?

SW-AG stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Achievements, and Goals; Part B should apply Module 1 reading to evaluate feedback, including a SW-AG analysis.

Where can you find the 'Who am I' quiz and why is it mentioned?

URL: https://you.visualdna.com/quiz/whoami#!/quiz; it’s part of self-awareness activities and reflection.

What is the purpose of the Acknowledgement of Country in the materials?

To acknowledge the traditional custodians and their ancestors, showing respect for Indigenous lands and peoples in Australia.

When is Assessment 1 due, according to the notes?

End of Week 4; 30-Jul-25.

What practical tips are given for presenting feedback in Week 2 class?

Seek feedback on class participation, ask peers to provide useful feedback, and ensure feedback includes actionable strengths and gaps for development.