...Personal Philosophy of Leaders Student's Name Institution Personal Philosophy of Leaders The role of a leader, being a President, an entrepreneur, parents or teachers, is crucial for success of any tasks. The task can be as big as finding a solution for a global catastrophe such as an earthquake, or as small as solving a dispute between two people. It is the role of the leader to organize people into groups, and according to their skills to make sure they fully participate in problem-solving. They ensure peoples acknowledge the problem and work toward finding the solution. Consequently, everyone in this world requires leadership qualities at one point in their lives. Thus, personal leadership philosophy is an important tool that defines peoples’ value, behaviors and what they can do. Articulating personal leadership philosophy helps in telling others what they expect from a person. In this essay, I will develop and articulate my personal leadership philosophy, and integrate it with human resource management theories to bring up a well argued stand point. While I was working on an industrial attachment at Deloitte Company, we contracted an oil and gas company, to create and execute an email migration strategy that involved about 1500 employees at their various branches. In the initial stages, the contracted company introduced Smith, who was the project leader. While, in the workshop, the contracted company explained to everyone that, as part of their culture...
Words: 1142 - Pages: 5
...Teaching Philosophy My teaching philosophy has its basis in my own experience and the nature of project management work. The parallels of teaching project management and any associated concepts to being a Project Manager are significant for me. I encourage a class of diverse students, not unlike a multi-disciplined project team, to participate and collaborate to get the most out of their learning. Similar to planning and executing scopes of work as project manager for commercial and government clients, my responsibility as an instructor is to develop and provide a stimulating learning experience to facilitate understanding and mastery of course objectives by the students. Therefore, my goal, as with my project clients, is to ensure that their expectations have been met - not only have course objectives as strictly written been achieved, but the value of the subject matter has been uniquely and successfully absorbed by each student. I am thrilled to see students complete a course competent in its technical content as well as confident in their ability to integrate their new skills into everyday practice. My teaching philosophy is grounded in the belief that people learn through doing – that concrete experience coupled with active reflection is one of the best approaches to learning. I believe we learn from failures as much as success, and that the classroom experience is not restricted to the classroom environment. My overall goal is to expose the students to the theory of...
Words: 355 - Pages: 2
...continually seek better, more effective methods of teaching. For millennia, teachers have been developing effective learning methods pioneered by philosophers such as Socrates, Aristotle, and Plato. Unfortunately, these men never achieved unanimity. Instead, they laid the foundation for a philosophy of education debate that continues today. Part of the problem with trying to reach a conclusion for how to effectively teach lies within the diversity of learning styles in students. In addition, not all teachers have the same gifts for teaching. This is why I believe that it is important for every teacher to discover an education philosophy that works with his or her unique teaching style. This philosophy will guide them throughout their teaching career and will define them when they step into their teaching role. Through experimenting with many different teaching methods, I’ve created my own philosophy that encompasses elements of progressivism and constructivism. The first theory of education, progressivism, has played a key role in my education growing up and has been one of the strongest influences in shaping who I am today. For as long as I can remember, I have loved asking questions. As my constant stream of questions became so inextricably intertwined with the way that I learn, a simple answer or explanation from someone else was rarely sufficient enough. I needed to see, feel and experience anything and everything for myself as a way of discovering answers...
Words: 1385 - Pages: 6
...Personal Philosophy “Leaders become great, not because of their power, but because of their ability to empower others.” John Maxwell. Leadership Philosophy requires a consistent action and fair behavior to be a good leader. Our perception of the environment is part of our personal philosophy. How we interpret and understand each event in our life affect the way we react in different situations. Commitment and effectiveness are ultimately the qualities that determine our leadership philosophy. How we behave is affected daily by our thoughts and should be reflected in the way we respond to situations both at home or work. Leadership is necessary to develop our potential as professionals. We need to maintain a strong conviction to our values and profession to achieve success as a leader. Keeping a clear vision of the future and knowing yourself is vital for assuming a leadership role. My personal philosophy of leadership is to set an example by treating people, as I would like to be treated, and listening actively to their opinion to communicate effectively. A leader should be just, respectful, and responsible while handling problems in a democratic way. Doing so will show confidence and earn the respect of employees. As a leader you need to implement changes effectively by help employees handle them in the work area. For all the above, I acknowledge that I have a personal philosophy of leadership. I am a leader who wants the best for employees, so we can advance the future...
Words: 1050 - Pages: 5
...MM207 Final Project 1. Using the MM207 Student Data Set: a) What is the correlation between student cumulative GPA and the number of hours spent on school work each week? Be sure to include the computations or StatCrunch output to support your answer. My answer : 0.27817234 (from StatCrunch): Correlation between Q10 What is your cumulative Grade Point Average at Kaplan University? and Q11 How many hours do you spend on school work each week? is: 0.27817234 b) Is the correlation what you expected? My answer: No. I expected the correlation to be much higher because the more hours you study should equate to a much higher GPA – in theory that is. c) Does the number of hours spent on school work have a causal relationship with the GPA? My answer: Yes. I was going to say no (because of the low correlation above), until I did a scatter plot. This shows that MM207 Final Project there definitely is a casual relationship between study time and GPA. yuck. There are 2 points on the right that most likely could be excluded. d) What would be the predicted GPA for a student who spends 16 hours per week on school work? Be sure to include the computations or StatCrunch output to support your prediction. My answer: 3.6 from StatCrunch Group by: Q11 How many hours do you spend on school work each week? Q11 How many hours do you spend on school work each week? 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 Mean 3.6666667 2 3.3775 3.0714285 3.75 3.352 2.9693334 3.6466668 n 3 1 8 7 2 5 30 3 ...
Words: 1834 - Pages: 8
...Philosophy of Life My Philosophy I have never lived by one solid philosophy, but rather rose to live by three. I like to believe that all three have different meanings, but in general they basically stand for everything that I think I am made up of. My three philosophies are: work hard, take pride in myself and the accomplishments that I make, and also everyone is on this planet for a reason. The people around are a big role in how you view things. For example, my mother was a dancer, and I am a dancer, but my sister believes that dancing is one of the most disgusting things in the world. This example shows that someone that was raised in the same house as me could view thing depending on their drive for a goal. The first of my three philosophies, to work hard, can be very easily explained. In my few young years of living I’ve come to feel that if money or a gift given to me by another person because I earned the reward is much more valued. In other words, knowing that I worked hard, did a good job, and deserve a reward makes me feel good inside. I also feel that all persons should have to work and support themselves. My grandmother taught me young that, if a person doesn't wish to put forth any effort and work hard to support themselves, then that person deserves nothing. This philosophy that was taught to me showed me that nothing is hand given anything that I want has to be earned. The next of my three philosophies is to take pride in myself and the accomplishments...
Words: 389 - Pages: 2
...My Personal Philosophy of Special Education Michelle Cushman EDU/301 3/28/2015 Jennifer Baker Bottom of Form Top of Form Bottom of Form My Personal Philosophy of Special Education As a Substitute Teacher Aide for the special education classes in my school district, I know what the special education students are going through because I was in special education classroom all my life expect for Math and special activities, when I was younger and I was always treated badly by other kids cause of my speech and hearing problems which I was mistreated and making fun of all the time. I had my family and two very special teachers in my elementary school and high school that helped guided me in the right direction of who I am today and to prove others wrong that I can do it. Once I start working as a Substitute teacher aide for the special education classrooms my whole life change for the better because I can help kids like myself to understand how important it is for them to reach their goals and once they do it the other kids will be prove wrong. Once I realized that I could make a difference in the lives of the students, I knew where I wanted to be with my goals. During my work experience, I noticed that hands-on learning helps the students to understand what they are learning about. If I were teaching the special need students, about the different holidays that are celebrated around the world. I would have a calendar, picture of the culture on the map where...
Words: 963 - Pages: 4
...reasons why Project management has become such a popular tool in recent years? Project Management has become a very essential and popular business tool in recent years. Every successful project must have a person in charge to keep the project organized. Project management includes areas in integration management, scope management, time management, cost management, quality management, human resource management, communications management, risk management, and procurement management. Also, The Project Manager deals with standards and regulations of the project, project environment, management skills and interpersonal skills. A project manager must have strong leadership skills. All of these are key ingredients for project organization because without it, a project may not flow efficiently or financially. What do you see as the primary challenge when introducing project management philosophy to most organizations? Why is it difficult to shift to a project based approach in many companies? The primary challenge when introducing the project management philosophy to most organizations is, some companies do not operate with one person organizing or being in control of a project. There may be instances when several people want to take charge. Some individuals do not take kindly to the thought of answering to one person. If companies operate without a project-based approach it can be difficult to organize and structure any projects or the company for that matter, towards a project management...
Words: 629 - Pages: 3
...Reinventing Organizational Behavior: Recommendations to Improve Communication at DSW Jessica Detwiler Keller Graduate School of Management Jessica.m.detwiler@gmail.com GM591 – Leadership and Organizational Behavior Dr. Arnold Witchel 14 April 2012 Author Note Thank you to my colleagues whom allow me to pick their brains regarding our organization. I appreciate your honest feedback and candid conversation, which has allowed me to remain objective. I hope to have put our organization in the best possible light, while still being able to make valid recommendations to improve our organizational culture. Abstract This manuscript details research performed on identifying organizational behavior problems at a specific federal facility. Topics discussed include identifying key issues and providing potential solutions to improve the effectiveness of the company. There is also a section that analyzes the root cause of the identified problem areas. Finally, there is a reflection section that details lessons learned throughout the course. Reinventing Organizational Behavior: Recommendations to Improve Communication at DSW The Desert Southwest Region (DSW) of the Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) is a federal service region that “markets hydroelectricity power to nearly 70 municipalities, cooperatives, federal and state agencies, and irrigation districts.” (About, 2012) The DSW regional office “maintains and operates more than 40 substations and 3,100 miles...
Words: 3232 - Pages: 13
...have no single philosophy for life, but rather three philosophies. Each of which has different meaning. My three philosophies include the following: work hard, take pride in myself and the accomplishments that I make, and also everyone is on this planet for a reason. In the following paragraphs I will explain each of my three philosophies. From this, I hope that others will understand why I look at life the way that I do. The first of my three philosophies, to work hard, can be very easily explained. I feel that if money or a gift given to me by another person because I earned the reward is much more valued. In other words, knowing that I worked hard, did a good job, and deserve a reward makes me feel good inside. I also feel that all persons should have to work and support themselves. If a person doesn't wish to put forth any effort and work hard to support themselves, then that person deserves nothing. The next of my three philosophies is to take pride in myself and the accomplishments that I make. I have found that if I don't take pride in myself and what I do than I might as well give up on life. My reason for this being that no one else will think highly of me if I, myself, don't. I always set goals for myself before I begin a project or take part in an activity. My rule is to "Set my goals high, but obtainable," and although I may not always reach all of my goals that I have set, I should always be proud of what I have done. My final philosophy, everyone is on...
Words: 512 - Pages: 3
...Philosophy of Education I believe all children are born with the willingness to learn, in fact I think we all strive for knowledge. The way we are taught is the way we learn and sometimes that can be a good thing or a bad thing. I remember as a kid (elementary age) I would go to school a total of eight hours and I would be excited to go to some classes and others I had no interest in. Example: when I would go to math class I would get super excited because the way the teacher taught I understood, we would do group exercises, and lots of hand on projects just to learn what the teacher was teaching. Then there was Communication arts although I sometimes enjoyed what I was reading everything was in text while we read the teacher sat at her desk, so I would not do so well on quizzes. I have a son now that’s like that he comes home every day from school and tells me he does not understand something in his homework, it can be from math, reading, science or another subject but as soon as I sit him down and walk him through it by using simple steps or maybe items around the house he gets it and the look on his face is breath taking. My Philosophy of education is both progressivism and social Reconstructionism. As an educator of American History and my philosophy of beliefs I want my students to build critical thinking skills, Problem solving skills, social skills and not just read plain text. we live in a world today where we have so much happening that knowledge of education is not...
Words: 740 - Pages: 3
...My Philosophy I have never lived by one solid philosophy, but rather rose to live by three. I like to believe that all three have different meanings, but in general they basically stand for everything that I think I am made up of. My three philosophies are: work hard, take pride in myself and the accomplishments that I make, and also everyone is on this planet for a reason. The people around are a big role in how you view things. For example, my mother was a dancer, and I am a dancer, but my sister believes that dancing is one of the most disgusting things in the world. This example shows that someone that was raised in the same house as me could view thing depending on their drive for a goal. The first of my three philosophies, to work hard, can be very easily explained. In my few young years of living I’ve come to feel that if money or a gift given to me by another person because I earned the reward is much more valued. In other words, knowing that I worked hard, did a good job, and deserve a reward makes me feel good inside. I also feel that all persons should have to work and support themselves. My grandmother taught me young that, if a person doesn't wish to put forth any effort and work hard to support themselves, then that person deserves nothing. This philosophy that was taught to me showed me that nothing is hand given anything that I want has to be earned. The next of my three philosophies is to take pride in myself and the accomplishments that I make. Not...
Words: 618 - Pages: 3
...hospitable and welcoming. It is my desire as an educator to help students meet their fullest potential in these areas by providing an environment that supports risk-taking, diversity, and encourages dialogue (sharing of ideas). The implications of my philosophy of education will manifest in the development of the students, because I am prepared to overcome any limitations to bring the students together around a subject. The classroom will foster the concepts of communication, listening, cooperative learning, and the respect of differences. I will create a productive and inclusive learning environment ensuring that I contribute more than simply transmitting information. I hope the students will gain a perspective that goes beyond oneself or one's own community. I hope the students gain the ability of self-expression, self-knowledge, self-discipline, and a deep understanding of the subjects they have all gathered around. The skills I hope the students will take from my method of teaching are discovery, problem-solving, inquiry, and discussion skills. I will implement the social context of cooperative learning. I will teach on the principles of diversity and inclusion. I will encourage the students to practice human relations and address problems. It is my belief that students who learn from a process of cooperative learning will gain more than just knowledge. The students will gain a better social complex that fosters inclusive meritocracy. The philosophy of incorporating a social...
Words: 571 - Pages: 3
...four basic ideologies which guides their decision making process. Conservative, Libertarian, Liberal, and Radical are the four ideologies in question. Firstly, I will define the four political ideologies. Secondly, I will apply my definitions to a single example. Third, I will analyze the Harlem Project from a liberal and radical ideology’s perspective. Next, my analysis will be of the federal and local government, of the causes of the problem, of the strategies taken to solve the problem, and the core values that underpin the solution. Finally, I will incorporate systems terminology and apply systems concepts. II.- DEFINITIONS All four ideologies listed in this paper present a different view; however, several of them share overlapping similarities. People identifying with the conservative ideology believe in maintaining things, as they currently exist, personal responsibility, hard work, preserving tradition, moral values, and social stratification. Conservative officials focus on preserving conservative platforms and eliminating reforms established during periods of other ideological power. This group deduces that each individual should be responsible for gaining their own wealth through hard work and perseverance. The conservative philosophy supports the traditional tax breaks for the prosperous. In addition, they feel that wealthy people are entitled to live a lavish lifestyle opposed to the poor. Conservatives do not support the forced redistribution of wealth...
Words: 1945 - Pages: 8
...INDM 4260 – Organizational Dynamics Graduate Research Paper Devender Reddy Mada University of Central Missouri Table of Contents Abstract 03 Introduction 04 Summary of Leadership ideas and philosophies from my readings 04 Definition of Leadership 05 My Ideal Leaders 06 Leadership Traits 07 Leadership Styles 08 My Goals 09 Achieving my Goals 09 Improvements 10 Conclusion 11 References 12 Abstract Leadership is defined as "organizing a group of people to achieve a common goal". Leadership is considered as an important aspect in many areas such as business organizations, politics, and sports and in many other fields. This research paper is about leadership and its various styles, traits, characteristics based on my ideal leader. It concentrates more on my ideal leader’s leadership qualities and leadership skills which I observed. My understanding on leadership was clearly explained in this paper. Moreover the traits a leader must have like vision, courage, integrity etc., are also analyzed. This paper also contains information about my goal. It also includes my approach to achieve my goal and types of skills I should improve to succeed. Introduction To my knowledge leadership is a set of skills developed or acquired through experience in one’s own life or by experience of others. These set of skills include good communication skills, ability to understand other feeling...
Words: 2371 - Pages: 10
