Qlt1 Task 1

Part A: Leadership and management are extremely different but can also have the same characteristics. When working together efficiently and effectively, organizations can strive to achieve higher results. As a young professional and graduate assistant, I hope to generate strategic change in my organization using my leadership and management characteristics and styles. In terms of being a leader, I believe I tend to set positive examples for others around me. Rather than being the one to initiate the change from the start, physically or vocally. I believe this characteristic trait of a leader is a great asset but also leaves room for opportunity and improvement in terms initiating change in a team setting or any given situation. Leading by …show more content…
My weaknesses are agility, self-awareness, social-awareness, information sharing, and outcome concern (Bradberry, 2012). Anyone who knows me would certainly recognize several of the same strengths compared to the assessment. I have always been a lifelong learner. I learn from my mistakes and develop new skills and knowledge (Bradberry, 2012). They would also recognize my credibility. I always gain the trust of others and speak with appropriate authority on issues of importance (Bradberry, 2012). In terms of weaknesses, I certainly agree with self/social-awareness. I need to recognize how my emotional state impacts others (Bradberry, 2012). I need to show remorse for unfavorable circumstances resulting from a decision (Bradberry, …show more content…
Covey’s book “The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People.” The seven habits consist of being proactive, beginning with the end in mind, putting first things first, thinking win-win, Seeking to first understand then be understood, synergizing, and sharpening the saw (Covey, 1989). What makes this book so great is the fact that the principles can be used for all aspects of life. It’s not limited to just management and leadership in general. I wouldn’t say that reading this book has been life-changing but it’s easy to see how powerful it really can be. When researching which book to read for this project I stumbled across Stephen Covey’s Seven Habits because of the high recommendations and the level of thinking involved. The overall purpose of this book is to really examine and focus on opportunities to increase our effectiveness in our organizations and throughout life in general. It also focuses on personal development and the ability to grow and change. Combing all the habits will have a positive impact on others and are great characteristics of

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