Ch 3 in Exploring Leadership/Presentations Saher J

The group presentations today were really well done. I was interested in knowing who people interviewed and what they learned. I enjoyed this assignement because I got to meet someone new and hear about who they were and how they reached up in their career, especially being females. Sarah you did a great job last class, there is no need to be nervous. You were prepared and even with not having a one to one interview, your scrapbook was a neat idea. Just be confident and you will do fine!

I thought this chapter provied some great information in seeking leadership, definition of leadership, and skills of leaders. I agree with the book as it states that people should know themselves and others and gain knowledge everday. You must be open to the different perspectives you will come across. Also, practice listening skills, coalition building, interpresonal skills, and effective civil discourse. As simple as this sounds I think alot of people lack this or think they possess all of it, but don't. I thought this is a good skill that a leader possess "Effective leaders don't just impose their vision on others, they recruit others to a shared vision (pg 81)." I think people that hold titles don't always have all the leadership skills, they are self centered and only listen and hear there voice. I think it is important for leaders to hear everyone and see everyones vision and then create a shared vision. Respecting and valuing others idea is also a part of leadership. I thought the 6 ways of self empowerment were important in leadership. This includes educating, leading, structuring, providing, mentoring, and actualizing with oneself and others is essential. If you are educated, inspiring, empowered, and help people in all sorts of ways, then you are a leader.