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.
Reference
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
