After taking a four-year break from working on my MBA I’m happy to say I really
enjoyed this course. This topic directly relates to my current job and researching
leadership in this way has given me a new perspective on management. During this course
I have used all the available resources for tutoring. I have taken each assignment,
including the discussion board posts and papers, and have had them reviewed by several
tutors to ensure I completed the assignment. My future depends on my tenacity. My ability
to accept criticism and grow from it will make me a stronger leader. This course has taught
me that a good leader must meet challenges head on.
One challenge I faced in this course is being able to see myself as a leader. The
journal assignment that required us to reach out to those around us who are objective and
ask what our best leadership skill is, was a great confidence boost. Hearing the opinions of
my coworkers about what they think I do well as a leader is eye opening. One
characteristic that I believe makes me a strong leader is my flexibility. My ability to adapt
to new situations and thrive in new opportunities. Today’s VUCA environment means that
as a leader you should always be changing and adapting for the increasingly unpredictable
market. When an organization is going through rapid changes it takes a toll on the internal
culture. Leadership should accept and embrace change as a constant. Evolving as a leader
is crucial to the company’s success.
State employees have been forced to adapt in this new telecommuting environment
because of Covid-19. I currently have the technology to complete my daily tasks, but I still
require human interaction to stay motivated. “Digital leadership is defined as using the
vast reach of technology (especially the use of social media) to improve the lives, well-
being, and circumstances of others” (Miller, 2018, p.46). Leadership is challenged to find
ways to stay connected and keep up team morale through zoom calls and virtual team
meetings. Management should be able to express their vision through these difficulties.
Considering these challenges, I want to learn how to be a great leader and use the
available leadership tools to improve employee morale from the subordinate position. One
key to success is knowing how you achieved your status and knowing that as a true leader
you must change and adapt. Utilizing leadership tools to identify your own strengths and
weaknesses is a step towards becoming a better leader. I know that staying in this program
will continue expanding my knowledge about leadership and effective management, which
I can pass along to my coworkers and current leadership. Management should be more
open-minded to changing the way they have been managing to improve employee morale
and promote teamwork.
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Reference
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Miller, C. L. (2018).:Digital Leadership:Using the Internet and Social Media To
Improve the Lives, Well-Being and Circumstances of Others.:Journal of Family
& Consumer Sciences,:110(1), 45–48.
https://doi-org.ezproxy.snhu.edu/10.14307/JFCS110.1.45
