My top five strengths as a leader are Empathy, Learner, Positivity, Restorative, and Developer. This assessment tool seemed to ask some very deep questions about morals and values, which I liked. However, I did not understand why only 20 seconds was allowed for each question. I believe that everyone should be able to take the test at their own pace (although this may cause overthinking). As for my own results, I have always known that I had a gift of understanding and supporting others. As for Restorative properties, I am not sure. One of my questions would be what exactly this word means. I also am not quite sure what Developer is alluding to. I assume it has something to do with creating things or adding on ideas to what someone else has started. I know this is a strength I possess in a group setting. I was not surprised by the Positivity strength because I make a point to reassure everyone even when I am not sure what's happening. Another one of my questions would be how these strengths affect me as a leader, and if they help or hinder me in authoritative positions.
Some times that I have used my leadership skills include an instance just this weekend where a paper was able to be turned in early for feedback. Some of the group members could not work on it at all, and some asked me to look over and check their work. As I was going through and completing the parts I said I would, I made sure to add to other's parts if something in the rubric was missing. After I had made sure everything looked sufficient, I sent it into the TA. Another circumstance where I was a leader was in choir when I was in high school. I helped others with their parts if they were having trouble, singing out so they could follow me if they were nervous. My director also sometimes put me with the weaker section, and asked me to help balance the different parts.
ERIN'S COMMENT
2/9/16, 08:51:03 am
Thank you for sharing your reflection about your strengths. Hopefully most of your questions were answered by Lisa during the in-class facilitation. It is really interesting how you strengths align with your career goals of being a doctor.
What you described in your example is a perfect example of developer. Wanting to help others be their best and seeing the potential in them. Being able to draw connections between experiences and your strengths will help you understand them better.
One logistical note -- if you can make your blog posts different entries, you will be able to see the comments that relate directly to each blog post.
Some times that I have used my leadership skills include an instance just this weekend where a paper was able to be turned in early for feedback. Some of the group members could not work on it at all, and some asked me to look over and check their work. As I was going through and completing the parts I said I would, I made sure to add to other's parts if something in the rubric was missing. After I had made sure everything looked sufficient, I sent it into the TA. Another circumstance where I was a leader was in choir when I was in high school. I helped others with their parts if they were having trouble, singing out so they could follow me if they were nervous. My director also sometimes put me with the weaker section, and asked me to help balance the different parts.
ERIN'S COMMENT
2/9/16, 08:51:03 am
Thank you for sharing your reflection about your strengths. Hopefully most of your questions were answered by Lisa during the in-class facilitation. It is really interesting how you strengths align with your career goals of being a doctor.
What you described in your example is a perfect example of developer. Wanting to help others be their best and seeing the potential in them. Being able to draw connections between experiences and your strengths will help you understand them better.
One logistical note -- if you can make your blog posts different entries, you will be able to see the comments that relate directly to each blog post.