WU Emerging Leaders Spring 2021

Drivers and Passengers During the course of your leadership, you will come in contact with two types of individuals: Drivers (those who lead the path and drive the group to their specific destination) and Passengers (those who are along for the ride).  Think about how you can be proactive in seeking opportunities. In the text  Habitudes , you will take a look at Image 12 and answer the following "Reflect & Respond" questions by Friday, March 26th at 11:59pm:  1.) What factors have lured us into thinking like "victims" in our country? When something goes wrong, what is it that makes people prone to file a lawsuit instead of take responsibility? 2.) What is the difference between those who take responsibility and those who don't? What are symptoms or evidence of a person who assumes responsibility?  3.) Think of an environment where you are more of a "passenger" than a "driver." What makes you act like a passenger instead of a driver?  In y

When Opportunity Comes Knocking As you all may recall, to challenge the process, you must be willing to take risks and seek out different opportunities. Having a growth mindset will be key in challenging the process as a leader.  Think about how you can be proactive in seeking opportunities. In the text Habitudes , you will take a look at Image 10 and answer the following "Reflect & Respond" questions by Friday, February 26th at 11:59pm:  1.) How do you use your time? We all mean well at the beginning of each day, but somehow we get off track and waste so much of it. What stands in your way of using your time wisely? 2.) Think back on your previous leadership experiences. In 2 paragraphs (4-6 sentences), describe a time that you missed out on an opportunity. How did it make you feel? Do you regret missing the opportunity? What will do next time to ensure your don't miss any opportunities? 3.) Why do you think so many of us simply waste so much of our time? Why don'

Is Your Emotional Fuel All Around You? When inspiring a shared vision, you must remember those who inspired you. They encouraged you, held you accountable, and created a shared, common purpose. They gave you some "emotional fuel." Take the time to think about those who have emotionally fueled you. Who were they? Why was their influence so significant? In the text Habitudes, you will take a look at Image 9, complete the "ME" diagram under "Your Network," and answer the following "Reflect & Respond" questions by Thursday, February 11th at 11:59pm:  1.) In two paragraphs (4-6 sentences in each paragraph), discuss a time when someone or a group of individuals fueled you emotionally. Was it one person or a group of people? When did this take place? What did they say or do to fuel you? Did they create a shared vision with you? Utilize your "ME" diagram and your class notes to guide your response.  2.) Why do you think we need accountabi

Are you a Thermostat or Thermometer as a Leader? As you may recall from our lesson, Practice 1: Model the Way, leaders have a responsibility of clarifying their values and setting an example for others. It is important to remember this as you all continue to embark on your journey as leaders.  You will come in contact with leaders who are either thermostats or thermometers. Which will you become? In the text Habitudes , you will take a look at Image 4 and answer the following "Reflect & Respond" questions by Thursday, January 28 at 11:59pm:  1.) How does this image relate to modeling the way? Please provide an example.  2.) Most people say they own a set of values, but many don't live by the values they claim. Why do you think there may be a gap between what we say and what we do? Why should you try to avoid hypocrisy as a leader? 3.) What does it take to live by a set of values? 4.) Think back to a time when you worked with a teacher or leader of organization who was

Hello All! I'm so excited that you all were able to set up your individual blog links! For the duration of the course, we will utilize these links to help facilitate our discussions on the days we're not physically in class. Please take a look at the following blog links. Click on the names to view the page/profile.  - EL Class Blog - Savannah Brown  - Sierra Burns - Tara Ann Goodwin - Michaela (Misha) Madison - Trinity Moss - Jaquarius Norman - Kayley Ross - Trista Lynn Winfree - Alex (Sabastian) Wright

Hello Emerging Leaders! I am so pleased and eager to work with you all in this course! My name is Calvin Joyner and I will be your instructor. Throughout our time, we will learn some of the most important essentials to being an effective leader. We will be using two particular texts: The Student Leadership Challenge: Five Practices for Exemplary Leaders (James M. Kouzes & Barry Z. Posner) and Habitudes (Dr. Tim Elmore). For our online class blog, we will read from Habitudes . As student leaders, you will have the opportunity to engage in many topics that deal with leadership. Topics will include: Group Dynamics/Conflict Resolution, Goal Setting as a Leader, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Leadership, Non-Positional Leadership - Learning to Lead and Follow, and Personal Wellness and Self-Care in Leadership. It will be important for you all to pull from your previous knowledge, background, and experiences to deliver fully and wholeheartedly. This course is not meant to be rigor