Leadership class writer

PURPOSE:

The purpose of this element of assessment is to invite you to examine and reflect on the interior landscape of your unique leadership perspective.

BACKGROUND:

This week we began to explore the inner journey of leadership towards the ‘level of intention and awareness’ (Scharmer & Kaufer, 2013, p. 141). The authors also argue:

As human beings, we are on a journey of becoming who we really are. This journey to ourselves—to our Selves—is open-ended and full of disruptions, confusion, and breakdowns, but also breakthroughs. It is a journey that essentially is about accessing the deep sources of the Self.

TASK:

To reflect on and explore the source of you leadership.

DELIVERABLES:

You are required to submit an individual reflection on the following questions. The reflection should be at least 2 pages and no more than 3 pages double spaced.

1. Reflect on the sources of motivation in your life? What is the balance between external and internal motivation?

2. When and how do you connect with your ‘inner-life’?

3. Scharmer & Kaufer (2013, p. 4-5, 33, 144-145) describe self and Self. What is your experience of your Self? Describe a time/situation where you felt in touch with this version of you.

REFERENCES:

Scharmer, O. & Kaufer, K. (2013). Leading from the emergent future. San Francisco, CA: Berrett Koehler.