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As one gets older, leadership becomes a huge part of who they are and how they carry themselves. Are they able to take on responsibilities, express their opinions and make decisions among their peers? Are they respectable and reliable and therefore able to inspire and support others? Are they outgoing, and positive? All essential for a leader. Throughout the past 4 years, I have taken on several leadership roles. I have become more involved in my church. I have taken on more responsibilities in 4-H and Kane County Ambassadors. I have participated in high school cheerleading, and competitive All-Star cheerleading. Participation in these organizations has allowed me to develop outstanding leadership skills.
My desire to be a role model to the youth in my church and spread God's word have provided for different leadership roles. I have been a greeter, and an acolyte, as well as a vacation bible school leader. Being the primary nursery attendant has been another role that has allowed me to inspire and support youth. I read the scripture readings in front of the church, and was t...

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