Myers Briggs' Results

I am an ENFJ with qualities such as warm, empathetic, responsive, and responsible.  I feel like those qualities represented a cute dog because a dog can be all of those characteristics. (This is my future dog BTW because he is so lovable and cute!)

I was very excited to get my results from the Myers Brigg's Survey. I was categorized as an ENFJ and I was not too surprised by the description that came with it. Although there were some qualities that seemed limiting.

In that sense, I feel that the criticism of the MBTI is correct. If people know what they are good at, then they will feel like they do not need to explore any other options because their personality is already pre-determined for them. I think this limits someone from being diverse and free to be whoever they want. For example, when it came to the P's and J's, I noticed a lot of people in the class could identify with both sides. But the MBTI would only classify someone as one or the other, so the survey is limiting in that regard.

Although I read what ENFJs are good at and what they need to watch their tendency with and I could not help but feel as if someone was reading my mind. As an ENFJ, it said I am good at public speaking and leading group discussions as well as getting things done and exciting others with my ideas. I completely agreed and saw myself displaying those qualities. Also, when it said I need to watch my tendency to take any criticism too personally and see people as I wish they were, rather than as they really are, I felt as if this survey knew me better than I knew myself.

I feel like some personalities from this survey are viewed more highly than others. I think some people think it is a bad thing to be a quiet, intrinsic person because that means that the person is not considered a leader or self driven. However this assumption is false. I believe a great leader comes from within and the values one has, being extrinsic or intrinsic has nothing to do with that. 

All in all, I think each type has its positives for that individual person and the reason why we all work well together is because we are all compromised of different strengths and weaknesses.

Digging Deeper into Leadership Models

Hello again!

PART ONE
I personally resonate with the Relational Leadership model because I am definitely a people person. I could never end up with a career that doesn't involve interacting with people. The relational model is all about emphasizing with people and giving them the power to complete tasks while maintaining order. I think this pertains to me and my life because I am a leader of listening. I like listening to other people's needs and trying to delegate depending on what would make everyone happy.

I love how the Relational Leadership model includes everyone and tries to build a close-knit network within a group of people. I personally have had the opportunity to practice this due to my senior year of high school. I was voted ASB Vice President and the first thing I wanted to make sure I was known for was not being a leader of orders. I wanted to be known for working with my peers to get tasks done and not be known for using my title to get special privileges or take all of the credit for Leadership's success. I also wanted to value the opinions of others and work with my classmates to produce the best events our school has ever seen. But, none of that would have been possible if I didn't form relationships with each of my Leadership classmates beforehand. I made sure to approach them, when the time permitted, and form a friendship so they would know that they could trust me.

I had some hesitations because I didn't want to form the type of friendship where my classmates could walk all over me. I  had to make sure the respect was there so that my peers wouldn't take advantage of me. If you grow to give people too much power and say, then they might trump your position and disrespect you in more ways than one.

This is the Leadership class I was lucky enough to call my other family and learn many life lessons with. This is us decked out in our colors, Orange and Black, for Homecoming week!

PART TWO

I would have to say that Oprah directly relates to the Social Change Model because she used her power and wealth to enhance the lives of others. She is one of the few people I know that have not taken his or her fame and used it for selfish reasons or to get on the cover of some magazine to be well known for disgraceful things. Oprah is value based because she has supported the enhancement of education in other countries and is aiding the empowerment of women.

Oprah is a role model not only for women everywhere, but society as a whole. She is the change we all say we want to be. Sure she might have more money than the average human, but she has her eye on a goal and will spread awareness to reach that goal. Oprah has started the trend for giving back, and thanks to her, we can turn towards a more altruistic society.

The Elevator Speech

Hello! My name is Molly Walker and I am from San Ramon, CA which is the East Bay. I have two younger brothers who are both taller than me. I consider my mom to be one of my best friends. I love the winter weather because of the beautiful rain and whenever I find a good sale, I'm a happy girl! I love making and eating cupcakes, especially Red Velvet. I ran Track and Cross Country in high school and I'm currently on the Rowing Team here at Santa Clara. I am a die hard Taylor Swift fan even though I'm not the biggest country music lover. Which is odd because one of my life goals is to one day own a cute farm somewhere in the Mid West and just enjoy being out of the hustle and bustle. I love life's exciting moments and having fun, but sometimes I like to find a scenic corner of the world and relax. I'm excited to be in a class full of leaders and can't wait to see what the quarter has in store for me!