You Make The Call Reflection

Colin Powell’s “It Worked For Me in Life and Leadership” (2012) is a riveting book that discusses in great detail the simple but often-fundamental leadership principles that have been consigned to oblivion by most people and leaders. The evocative book provides a basis on which one can evaluate their strengths and weaknesses in leadership in all dimensions, particularly at the work place and suggests other areas of improvement that the reader can asses to ensure proper development. Through careful, frequent and honest evaluations from both self and others, it is possible for a person to become the best version of himself or herself; in turn, this contributes to a well-rounded leader.

I was seen as a smart, young, athletic coming out of college and with some convincing I got a position managing agents of athletes, performers, and artists. I made $120,000 with that job which was great especially because this was my first big job. Through the years I have been working my way up the ranks. I hope that one day I will be able to do something big like being the CEO of Nike or something like that as I said earlier.

6. Identify the two most important items that you learned about yourself and your health?

Most people recognize Colin Powell as one of the most admired and popular leaders of our time. Often times in leadership you will not always be popular or admired, so what makes this leader different? It was those core values ingrained in him at early age by his parents that would shape him as a future leader (Koltz & Powell, 2012). As with any great leader he’s had his fair share of trials and tribulations, but like an infantry officer he continued to press forward. Colin Powell has been a visionary and ethical leader since the early days of Persian Gulf to Washington’s corridors (Roth, 1993). Throughout my research he has become a personal inspiration for me due to his ability to inspire and motivate those around him. Let’s take a brief look into his background to provide a better understanding of his leadership style.

Similar to many young people, I dreamed of leaving town and creating a big name for myself. After venturing through undergraduate and graduate school, I gained my first real job at

In August of 2007 I decide to further my education and attend classes at the University of Phoenix. I was in customer service as a bartender and waitress and have three children. I had my children young but knew I had the potential to improve the quality of my life and apply personal experience in my field of interest. Since personal experience was not enough, I knew I had to get the credentials to pay forward.

Mrs. Felipe Lopez, from William J. Brennan High School has shown himself to be the best candidate for the Colin Powell Award. Mr. Lopez has devoted time and energy to his community, military personnel and most importantly his students and has been a huge supporter encouraging students to seek the Armed Forces as an option after graduation. Mr. Lopez support have generated over a 100 leads, he has personally spearheaded events targeting students to explore all options after high school and has been my number one influencer at Brennan High School. Mr. Lopez knowledge and expertise in higher education has been a huge supporter encouraging students to seek an education within the Air Force and earn a Community College of the Air Force degree.

began in grocery, since then I have worked as a deli/bakery clerk, a retail sales associate, and

As a Non Commissioned Officer in the Pennsylvania Army Nation Guard, I realize the importance and value of good leadership. A leader has to be able to understand and support their men, have initiative, be quick on their feet, and accept responsibility for their actions. The personal traits that I look for in a leader are courage, commitment, candor, competence, and integrity. Out of these the most important one to me, is integrity. A man’s word is his bond and the most important leadership trait there is. Looking back, the man I see as a great leader that possesses these traits is Ret. General Colin Powell. Colin Powell is one of the greatest military leaders in this country’s history. He served this country

General Powell highlights 18 lessons learned in leadership that are applied to successful companies, and how they are applied to leadership in his presentation to the Outreach Program, and the Sears Corporate Headquarters. These approaches can be applied not only in business but life in general. I will highlight three of the lessons that have impacted my career in the military

1. The purpose of this memorandum is to provide a brief synopsis of the leadership philosophy of Second Lieutenant Joshua Dunn.

General Powell displays transformation leadership through individualized consideration. “IC involves dealing with others as individuals and considering their needs, abilities, and aspirations as you work together to further their development.” General Powell’s Army background influences the idea of taking raw iron and fashioning it into a sword; as noted in his quote “leaders are made, not born” implies leadership is a shaping process. Transformational leaders who display individual consideration tend to coach and mentor, excel in two-way communications, listens effectively, and personalize interactions with subordinates. Part of General Powell’s principle of empowerment is an investment in the leadership potential of team members. This investment is necessary in sustaining productive organizations.

Balanced lifestyle - My work life, university and social life are balanced well. I have many interests in sport, learning and music, and i find it relatively easy to prioritise and balance different aspects of my life. I know what is more important if i had to make a decision.

The topic of this Ted Talk completely reflects what has been said in our leadership class as well as what I think a student leader at Western Oregon University should be. Solomon’s talk is centered around the relationship of parents and children and accepting and loving children, but the ideas expressed in his talk can be applied to any human relationship. I believe Western is a university that deeply prides itself in its student diversity and acceptedness of said diversity. The Western that I know, and love, understands the true necessity of diversity and wishes to be accepting of diversity in all of its forms.

Hospitality and Restaurant management 5 years. Former United States Marine. Logistics foreman for disaster relief efforts.