My First Day Of Class - 1160 Words

Over the past few weeks, I have had the opportunity to learn more about myself, and my leadership strengths and weaknesses. Prior to the first day of class, I was not sure what to expect, or what I would personally gain out of the Intermediate Leadership Experience. With that being said, this was an eye opening experience. I completed several module entries that have given me the opportunity to develop a plan to improve over the next 3 to 5 years. The modules covered, included Self-Development through Feedback, Leadership and Followership, Leadership Influence on Subordinate Behavior, The Adaptable Leader, and Effective Negotiations. While each module brought to light a ton of information, I was able to find a concept from each module†¦show more content†¦I imagine that I will be outside of my comfort zone, as I will have to learn new ways to accomplish tasks. My goal over the next 3 to 5 years is to seek information, demonstrate openness, and be supportive of the chan ges that I will be experiencing. Core Values are something that all Airmen must believe in. Over the next 3 to 5 years, I hope to continue striving for excellence, both on and off duty. Integrity first, service before self and excellence in all we do, means a lot to me. The way that I can get better, is that if I see a problem, I need to take immediate action to fix it, and not just walk past it. I hope to become a better leader by learning from my mistakes, and taking into consideration input and experiences from other team members. Taking time to understand that Airmen at all levels, have valuable input, ideas, and have different team roles, will make me a stronger leader in the future. The 4-Dimensions of Wellness are something that I hope to improve on over the next 3 to 5 years. The physical dimension is something that I know I can improve on. While I have always received a 90% or better on my fitness evaluation, I need to be physically fit, all year around. I currently let myself get out of shape, and have to work hard to get ready, a couple months before my test. I need to ensure I maintain a healthy balance with my emotional, social and spiritual wellness, to be an effective leader, andShow MoreRelatedMy First Day Of Class705 Words   |  3 Pages Walking into my first day of class, I expected nothing more than a boring lecture and simple assignments that would require little to no effort. I was under the impression that this class was only going to be a waste of my time (since I only enrolled in it to satisfy my minor), and I started the semester anticipating that my success in this course would be a cakewalk. 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