Conclusion I’ve learned many things through my work experience that will not only provide me with valuable, transferrable, resume skills, but also skills such as character growth due to the challenges I’ve faced in my work positions. Through self-assessment and critical reflection, I can truly appreciate some of the undervalued tools I’ve acquired through my work experience. I’ve learned that character consists of learned behavior, and you can build it throughout your life. The wonderful thing about
Reflecting on Using Technology I 've learned that as part of my job you need to utilize technology to your advantage, use it to improve work processes and become an expert so you can train others. Throughout my career, I have had opportunities to improve our work processes by diagnosing the current state of the health information management department and identifying problems that exist, assigning a level of importance to each one, and assessing the kinds of changes needed to solve the problems
in general. Because of this, what could be a smooth running machine, often turns into a “toxic waste dump” in which energy is constantly drained and morale is consistently low. After reading both FISH and Who Moved my Cheese? I have learned many aspects which would improve and impact the organizations I am involved with currently and those I hope to be a part of in the future. Being involved with organizations and teams are a valuable aspect of the human experience, to enrich who we are, but also
Before coming into the Critical Thought Symposium, most of what I knew was derived from word-of-mouth, primarily regarding that it involved simulations about various, widespread situations. I decided to apply, thinking that it might increase my ability to think in the moment, argue fluently, express myself with clarity, and to craft empirically substantiated arguments in both a purposeful and poignant way. However, participating in the Critical Thought Symposium has come to mean so much more to me
This is my personal presentation of my leadership philosophy that spans my 22 plus years of Coast Guard service. I’ve never precisely thought of who my leadership influences would be, I never felt like I could live up to the transformational leadership figures like George Washington and other notable history figures. I’ve had allot of disappointments in my life, maybe someone I did look up to in a leadership capacity that turned into a disappointment. Then again, no one is perfect so maybe my rationalization
Assessment of Leadership, Strengths and Weaknesses I signed up for Professor Sandra Deacon’s OB460 Leadership Challenge class hoping to identify weaknesses in my leadership style and to possess the pivotal tools and knowledge to become a better leader. Based on my SLPI results as shown in Exhibit 1, my strengths include inspiring a shared vision and encouraging the heart, which was present within my team experience throughout the semester. With my team, I assisted in thoroughly establishing value
As I've grown up there have been a few leaders in my life or that I've seen that have made me into the person I am today, but the most influential leader in my life is definitely my grandfather. Gary Drumheller, fought in Vietnam and now spends his time at his barbershop or working with a group with similar morals as our council called "The Elks", where their main focus is helping veterans that are struggling financially, mentally, and physically. Throughout my childhood he has always taught me to
Part A 1. What do you see as the main responsibilities of an Assistant Activities Coordinator and how do you see these responsibilities contributing to the OSE’s strategic priorities to build community and connect with a variety of student demographics? I envision the AAC role being a critical driver of the OSE’s strategic priorities to build community and connect with a variety of student demographics by organizing events that attract a variety of students. I would do this by getting to know the
Specialization: Teacher Leadership Personal/Professional Goals Pursuing something new is fun and exciting, especially if the pursuit positively impacts someone else. I am grateful for the opportunity to re-enter grad school, this time at the doctorate level, to realize a dream that I’ve had since the
Being involved in the community and my school is very important to me. Involvement in various extracurricular activities and functions has helped me exhibit my leadership in numerous ways. Being a role model for the younger generation is something that I hold true to because I want them to carry on the activities when I’m no longer there. Being active in my community has changed my life for the better. By helping and being a leader in my community I’ve grown to be a strong, young women. Part of being