Dr. Coyey describes the four roles of leadership as modeling,
Pathfinding, alignment and empowerment. The fundamental role of a leader is to
provide a good example for others to follow or to act as a role model. It
involves showing credibility, integrity, diligence, humility, spirit of
leadership and support to others. I believe the ultimate test of an effective
leader is the ability of creating a path for an equally successfully leader.
One is never successful unless he or she has a successful successor. Throughout
my life, I have encountered situations in which I have acted as a role model.
For example, I act as a role model to my younger siblings in relation to
pursuing education. Having known the importance of pursuing education, I have
been a good example to those who are younger than me by working hard and
proving self-improvement and continuous education is critical in life.
Secondly, I mentor younger people on the need to adopt positive lifestyles and
to face the world with determination and enthusiasm. I mentor these people
about the benefits of avoiding risky behaviors, adopting healthy lifestyles and
setting personal goals. In order to demonstrate a good example, I commit to
healthy behaviors such as going to the gym and participating in physical
activities with some of my friends. Role modeling requires one not only to
provide the necessary example, but also to mentor and instill positivity. It
requires one to acknowledge differences and to respect diversity. One has to
see everyone as having unique abilities and weaknesses.
The second fundamental function of leadership is Pathfinding.
Pathfinding involves finding the vision and deciding the mission and values to
drive the mission. I aspire to be a responsible family person and citizen who
contribute positively to the advancement of justice, equitable and a successful
society. My mission in life is to bring up a responsible family that is build
on strong virtues and values and that is stable. In addition, I strive to
ensure I contribute to making the society equal by advocating the rights of the
downtrodden, the weak, the vulnerable and those in need of my support. That is
why I commit myself to charity and volunteer work. I strive for a justice society
by respecting the rights of others and working to ensure I live in harmony with
my neighbors and promoting peaceful co-existence between different people. I
will strive to learn, for it is through continuous learning that one growth and
growth is the key to living a positive and fulfilling life. I will strive to
understand, for it through understanding that one gains knowledge and find
value. Value is the basis for respecting diversity, making decision and taking
actions. My life journey to self-actualization is guided by hard work,
determination, optimism, respect for self and others, appreciation of
diversity, being responsible for my actions and seeking knowledge. Success in
life and education require determination sacrifice and hard work. AS such, I
ensure my efforts and resources are directed toward achieving high academic
qualification and improving my worth as an individual. One can only be able to
bring up a stable family when there is a strong foundation of resources and
prospectus successes in future. I strive to ensure I build a strong foundation
for the family not only through material provision but also through strong
morals and good behaviors.
I always listen and observe others to gain understanding of
their needs and their desires. I maintain an open mind and respect our
diversity which enables me to view weaknesses and strengths of different
people. However, I first acknowledge my weaknesses and work to improve on them
as I strive to help others improve their status. I believe listening is the
best competence of any leader. A leader who listens and expresses the humility
of listening to everyone including subordinates is able to understand the needs
and grievances of his or her subjects. As stated in my life mission, I seek to
understand and one cannot understand without listening and being receptive to
inputs from others. For example, while making family decisions I listen to all
the people who will be affected by the decision. I communicate adequate on the
intent of every decision and often involves everyone in making the final
decision.
I attempt to meet the needs and desires of others by being
there for those who need my assistance and striving to make the society better
and accommodative to all. I am a devote charity person and I believe in sharing
and assisting those who are I need. I provide a platform for others to succeed
in life by supporting their goals and mentoring them. For example, after the
recent cyclone that hit Vanuatu, I donated through the International Medical
Corps appeal for donation. I believe no matter how insignificant my
contribution is, with unity, collaboration and determination we can help each
other overcome difficulties and succeed.
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