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DCM2 Task 1: Personal Leadership Evaluation
Western Governors University
C200: Managing Organizations and Leading People
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Reflection On CliftonStrenths
Over my 45 years, my leadership style can be attributed to my character traits, the role
models I’ve had, and observations from other leaders. All have uniquely impacted my mindset
and approach to leadership. Completing the CliftonStrengths assessment was like putting up a
mirror and reflecting on who I am as a leader, highlighting my strongest qualities. In the
following few paragraphs, I reflect on my results and what they say about my leadership style.
As a “learner,” I approach people with humility and inquisition. Every person has a
unique perspective, and it is critical to listen with a “posture of learning” to understand what that
person is saying. When I say “posture of learning,” I am talking about the approach of our minds
and hearts. Approaching people without judgment or preconceived ideas but with an open mind
allows me to halt my thoughts and opinions. It will enable them to share their unique
, perspectives and viewpoints. I learn by listening and responding with inquisition, not with
objection.
Being “futuristic” means to be someone who leads with a vision and can see things others
may not. When interacting with others, my responses reflect the future and how things today
impact tomorrow. Figuratively speaking, I see myself like an eagle flying over the landscape
with the keenest of eyes. From above, I can see far-off challenges allowing me to make decisions
today to avoid, minimize, or prepare for them. Organization and scheduling are key to my
success because they will enable me to prepare and set a course to accomplish the goals and
visions I have for the future.
Ideation is something I have thrived in all my life. I am a songwriter and musician, a
business starter, and I get excited about thinking of new and better ways to accomplish a task. I
DCM2 Task 1: Personal Leadership Evaluation
Western Governors University
C200: Managing Organizations and Leading People
2
Reflection On CliftonStrenths
Over my 45 years, my leadership style can be attributed to my character traits, the role
models I’ve had, and observations from other leaders. All have uniquely impacted my mindset
and approach to leadership. Completing the CliftonStrengths assessment was like putting up a
mirror and reflecting on who I am as a leader, highlighting my strongest qualities. In the
following few paragraphs, I reflect on my results and what they say about my leadership style.
As a “learner,” I approach people with humility and inquisition. Every person has a
unique perspective, and it is critical to listen with a “posture of learning” to understand what that
person is saying. When I say “posture of learning,” I am talking about the approach of our minds
and hearts. Approaching people without judgment or preconceived ideas but with an open mind
allows me to halt my thoughts and opinions. It will enable them to share their unique
, perspectives and viewpoints. I learn by listening and responding with inquisition, not with
objection.
Being “futuristic” means to be someone who leads with a vision and can see things others
may not. When interacting with others, my responses reflect the future and how things today
impact tomorrow. Figuratively speaking, I see myself like an eagle flying over the landscape
with the keenest of eyes. From above, I can see far-off challenges allowing me to make decisions
today to avoid, minimize, or prepare for them. Organization and scheduling are key to my
success because they will enable me to prepare and set a course to accomplish the goals and
visions I have for the future.
Ideation is something I have thrived in all my life. I am a songwriter and musician, a
business starter, and I get excited about thinking of new and better ways to accomplish a task. I
