3 Discussion Questions, 3 Student Reponses and 1 Journal Entry

JGR100: Finding Your Leadership Purpose

Week11 DQ

Part 1: Course Takeaways

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Think back over the last 11 weeks. What are two things that you learned about yourself that surprised you? How has your sense of purpose changed from when you started this course? How will everything you've learned help you find success in the future?

Note: To receive full credit, remember also to write 2 posts in the discussion: one original and a response to another student.

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Part 2: Student Response (Respond to the Student Below)

Janet Tucker 

RE: Course Takeaways

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The personality assessment conducted was a big surprise to me for certain salient facts about my personality were brought to the fore unexpectedly. Moreover, I had never known that my values are embedded in my purpose. One significant takeaway from JGR 100 is the concept purpose. Purpose is a vehement intention to achieve a long-term goal that is both personally meaningful and makes a positive mark on the world. I found the concept of purpose revealing and educative. I have not only been able to redefine my purpose and develop a passion for it but also to strategize a game plan towards its fulfillment. Equally, I have come to understand that my purpose encompasses our values (the essence of my life) which I never perceived hitherto. My passion drives my purpose which is embedded with my values to get to that final destination. Besides, my purpose may change as I go through life stages amid circumstances.

I have obtained clarity with regards to the concepts of purpose, passion, and values and how they are intertwined. I have modified and redefined my purpose and my passion has gained better motivation and momentum. Coach Gibbs’ story is a clear manifestation of how passion can propel one to success and the ultimate fulfillment of one’s purpose in life. The mere awareness and understanding of these interrelated concepts is a recipe for success. Now I know that a critical ingredient for success personally and professionally is the alignment of one’s purpose with one’s passion.

Thanks abundantly Dr. Jones for shepherding us through this semester. It was meaningful and rewarding to be a member of this brilliant class. I gathered a lot. The motivation of your class was exceptional. To all my colleagues, you guys made this forum educative, inspiring, enriching, and challenging as well. I am proud to gain from you all. Good luck to all.

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