Blog #10 (3/29/12)
Last weeks definition:
Leadership is an innate quality which everyone posses but only a few bring to its fullest potential. It is a value based quality in which people are able to utilize their personal strengths in order to pull forth something from another person. They hold the ability to both see the larger picture as well as the smaller picture in a situation. Having leadership means you are able to effectively communicate with others despite differences in values, communication style, and goals. It is the ability to both recognize as well as overcome these barriers to produce change. A leader is also one who is able to recognize the importance of their culture and how it effects their leadership. They understand that culture effects the way in which everyone behaves and learns to navigate through cultural barriers.
This weeks definition:
Leadership is an innate quality which everyone posses but only a few bring to its fullest potential. It is a value based quality in which people are able to utilize their personal strengths in order to pull forth something from another person. They hold the ability to both see the larger picture as well as the smaller picture in a situation. Having leadership means you are able to effectively communicate with others despite differences in values, communication style, and goals due to a difference in their culture. It is the ability to both recognize as well as overcome these barriers to produce change. Leadership also means respecting those who you lead, and making sure to utilze them as a resource as well as listening to suggestions and advice as you lead.
Analysis:
My definition changed very little. However, today in class was my day to lead the group! I'm glad I did it, it really wasn't so bad. We had the tarp challenge in which I had to lead the group to fold the tarp as many times as possible without touching the carpet. We used teamwork, and I made sure to ask for advice when I wasn't sure how to proceed. I also gave feedback and encouragement, praising the good ideas and encouraging those slacking behind the group. I realized the importance of making your team feel needed and appreciated in order to accomplish something.
Citation:
In class activity.
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