The Importance Of My Leadership Development Plan

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The first concept that we covered in the Master’s program at Baker University was to identify what type of leader you would like to be. At the time we did not have the knowledge but it was setting up the path of deliverables that would be achieved 2 years later. By analyzing the past leadership habits, applying new leadership concepts, thought process and real examples. We not have the tools to understand the individual’s leadership concepts and also organizational leadership concepts. Before I can take the responsible for my leadership style and capabilities I believe that you have to look at your past in order to determine how you got to where you are at. I am a firm believer that you are a product of your environment. I contribute …show more content…

Due to the increased competitive nature of young up and comers I feel that I may be limited for opportunities and advancement. Creating an in-depth leadership development plan will assist me in building upon my leadership skills and abilities. Although this leadership development plan is only a guideline, the real learning process is an ongoing journey. It’s a mark of respect and fairness to include potential leaders in decisions that have a bearing on their work and perhaps on their lives (Axner). Before you can determine how to get somewhere you have to determine where it is that you would like to go. Within my journey of leadership, I believe my mission is to remember where I have been and where I will go, while maintaining positive relationships with family and friends. To build a reputation of being dedicated to every goal I choose to pursue while having successes in both my personal and professional life while having fun in my journey finding laughter, love, and happiness with each …show more content…

When looking at the different similarities I find that both of the plans involve working with my peers and obtaining additional knowledge from then in order to better assist the team. Another similarity would be valuing the integrity in personal and professional development. When also identify the differences I would have to say that the leadership development plan was written when my approach for leadership was centered on my individual capabilities. Whereas, the leadership plan that was written in class 6 is based more holistically around the company and how I can get the organization to work together for the common

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