In a larger social sense, the definition or meaning of personality development includes the sum total of human happiness by fostering self-awareness and self-esteem, by developing talents, by facilitation.
This is achieved through social and professional interaction and by contributing to the expression and realization of hopes, wishes and ambitions.
Personality development beyond self-help, involves a person to don the mantle of teacher, friend and philosopher and mentor to bring out the best in others.
In a professional setting, personality development would mean the programs, techniques, tools, aids and methods used for improving skills, human potential, and acceptance of change and employability quotient.