April

     As this first year of the program comes to a close, I have accomplished many things.  I would not believe that I would part of student government during my first semester on campus, and now I am preparing to serve my second term as a senator.  Being involved with leadership fellows has given me the opportunity and backing to get involved in activities that I would have never considered before.  So even though it is ironic, I guess one could say that it helped me to become a better leader.  I still have a lot to work on, but I am already seeing results of studying leadership.

     The latest example of leadership that I can report is in a project for my Spanish 115 class.  We have a group video project due, and I stepped up to the plate to organize our group.  Everyone in the group was afraid  to make final decisions on things, such as meeting times, so I started organizing our group.  We have not finished the project, but we all we have left to do is film.  This is a role that I have never had the courage to step up and lead something like this before.  Being in leadership fellows has helped me to gain confidence in my abilities as a person and leader. 

March

Leadership, it is shown through actions and words, but the unnoticed leaders in society are often overlooked because they allow their actions to speak for them.

While on spring break, I was trained for my summer job.  One of the most important things mentioned in our training was the concept of leading through actions.  While we may be there for service, my position is a very visible one at the forefront of the company's interaction with guests.  Though we are not responsible for the actions of other employees, those in my position are expected to be above the required dress and politeness guidelines.  We represent the company and  give a personal feeling to the customer of the direction that the business has taken.

Though a small employee may seem like an insignificant leader, they may in fact leave behind quite an impression on customers.  People notice the little things that set individuals apart oftentimes.  One word, or an extra bit of kindness, can be the difference between an indifferent and favorable impression.  Letting your actions speak above your words can take you a long ways in beginning to lead.