Reflection Question - 3 pages

WEEKLY REFLECTION 2

Each week quotes are listed for you to read and think about. Reflect on these quotes and think about your learning outcomes in this course. What did I learn this week? How will my behavior change? Are there new ideas I can use at work and in my relationships with significant others? How can I advance globalization? How will I promote social justice? What can I do to make this world a better place to live in for others?

"Of THOSE TO WHOM MUCH IS GIVEN, MUCH IS EXPECTED" -- Luke 12:48

"Be kind---everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle." -- PLATO

"If you don 't understand yourself, I don 't know how you can lead." -- Kelly Shimansky     Human Resources Executive

"Trying to plan for the future without a sense of the past is like trying to plant cut flowers." -- Daniel Boorstin (1914-2004)     Historian

"We 're told every day, "You can 't change the world." But the world is changing every day. The only question is….who's doing it? You or somebody else?" -- J. Michael Straczynski     Screenwriter & television producer

"A positive thinker does not refuse to recognize the negative, he refuses to dwell on it. Positive thinking is a form of thought which habitually looks for the best results from the worst conditions." -- Norman Vincent Peale (1898-1883)     Cleric and Writer

"If you create an act, you create a habit. If you create a character, you create a destiny." -- Andre Maurois (1885-1968)     Novelist & Essayist

"I cannot know what your destiny will be, but one thing I do know is that the truly happy among you Will be those who have learned to serve." -- Albert Schweitzer

Introduction

In the last few weeks, I have learned that leadership is vital in giving people direction of what they’re supposed to do and how they are supposed to do it. Leaders have been essential today, and effective leadership is being treasured in all organizations to steer growth and responsibility. Great leaders usually guide and motivate their members to achieve their goals and promote collaboration in all aspects of life in the process of understanding leadership (Michael Page, 2019). I have also learned the importance of understanding others and the power of knowledge and action.

What I Learned This Week

Through these teachings, I have realized how much power I have to rule what I do and achieve greater heights of growth and promote change to the society by empowering others just like great leaders do. This week’s readings have helped me change my personal life and my perspective when it comes to understanding others and leadership power. I have become more self-aware of my capabilities, and I am working towards growth. I have also started to believe in myself more and with a conviction that I can achieve anything that I put my heart into. For my better half, I have been able to step up more and help carry most of the family responsibilities, and my partner has been able to take a break from the constant stressors experienced.

Amending My Behaviors/Work and Personal Relationship Ideas

After reflecting on my readings, I am motivated to continue growing and learning the knowledge needed to help motivate those around me and aid in their growth. By amending my behaviors and developing a better me, I will be setting the trend for others around me and, I’ll be the person that my family and society desire. From the readings and the knowledge acquired, I can drive change in the current society through globalization and fighting for social justice.

How I will Advance Globalization and Promote Social Justice

Because of the widespread power of the internet, the world has become like a village whereby people can interact with ease. With the help of the internet, I can set up a campaign and invite others to create awareness on the importance of globalization and the world public issues that need to be worked on. Mobilization and awareness usually work better to remind people of the power they hold regarding making their own choices (Racioppi, 2021). Social media can also serve as a platform to teach the essential points learned in this week, such as knowledge, action self-awareness, effective leadership, and understanding others.

References

Michael Page, (2019). 8 Must-Have Qualities of an Effective Leader. Michael Page. Retrieved on February 26, 2021 from https://www.michaelpage.com/advice/management-advice/development-and-retention/8-must-have-qualities-effective-leader#:~:text=As%20well%20as%20providing%20direction,the%20following%20traits%20in%20common

Racioppi, J. (2021). The Ability to Lead Others Starts with The Ability to Know Yourself. Retrieved on February 26, 2021 from https://jenniferracioppi.com/the-ability-to-lead-others-starts-with-the-ability-to-know-yourself/

The Complete Leader, (2020). Understanding and Evaluating Others. The Complete Leader. Retrieved on February 26, 2021 from https://thecompleteleader.org/understanding-evaluating-others