Leadership Matters

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LEADERSHIP MATTERS

Whether you are deciding on a college, applying for an internship, or interviewing for one of your first professional jobs just out of college, you have heard this over and over again…. Leadership matters!

Leaders get things done. Leaders make things happen. Leaders take charge. Leaders have vision. And leaders have the skills to articulate this vision in a way that motivates others to take action.

When are you at your best? Where does your brightest light shine? What are your natural talents and strengths?

This is an important part of the self-reflective process that quality college & internship experiences, summer jobs, and strong resumes require. If we zero in at when and where we are at our best this can give us clear clues as to the kinds of young adult experiences where our strengths can shine, and we can find our sense of place, connection, and a great fit for own unique skill set.

So here is the task ... Take your own experiences and re-write them with leadership in mind. List all of the activities, classes, jobs, travel, volunteer work, and clubs in which you have been a part of, and then ask yourself some of these questions as you uncover the unique leadership qualities that are naturally your own:

Can you think quickly on your feet?

Are you a self-starter? Do you initiate new projects?

Are you skilled at bringing diverse groups of people together?

Is follow-through a strength for you?

Can people depend on you from beginning to end?

Is public speaking a natural talent?

Are you the motivator or cheerleader in the group?

Is attention to detail where you excel?

Do you remain calm and reasonable under pressure?

Are your interpersonal skills something others often comment about?

Are you a top competitor?

Do you have the latest, cutting-edge expertise in your class or field?

Think about developing your student and career life story in a way that highlights some of your leadership qualities.

Remember... Leaders get things done. Leaders are the change agents the world is seeking. Leaders are tomorrow's future.