~Part II~ Kayse

I found this section to be rather interesting. First off, I would like to say that I really enjoyed the way the chapters began with the dialogue of what one might be thinking in a specified situation.
I thought that this aspect of the text really helped me to connect personally to it.

Here are some interesting tidbits I picked up from chapter 4:

The four lessons from which to develop self-knowledge:

-You are your own best teacher
-Accept responsibility. Blame no one.
-You can learn anything you want to learn.
-True understanding comes from reflection on your experience. (p. 121)

~I especially appreciated the 2nd step, as I often tell my students something similar :)

The two assumptions that can guide you in your leadership:

-Each person's talents are enduring and unique.
-Each person's greatest room for growth is in the areas of his or her greatest strength. (p.124)

~I find these assumptions to be very uplifting as I find myself questioning how good of a leader I am at times.

I also liked the section about a person of character:

-Is trustworthy
-Treats people with respect
-Is responsible
-Is fair
-Is caring
-Is a good citizen (p.135)

I also really liked chapter 5 as it was all about diversity, a topic that I'm passionate about.

I really liked the 3 central questions you should ask yourself in any setting:

-How am I like no one else here?
-How am I like some others here?
-How am I like everyone here? (p. 150)

I was also very impressed with the section about leadership and communication. The Chinese symbol for listening was discussed and how it is actually comprised of the symbols for eyes, ear and heart. I found this to be so beautiful and meaningful. :) (p. 171)