To be a leader you must have
followers and to get followers you must be trusted. I think that my best move
to becoming a leader was the very first day my residents arrived. On that day I
had to prove to them that I was someone who knew the answer to what they needed
and that I was open and available for any of their needs. I met each of them at
either the dorms or the Rec during check in. I made sure to introduce myself
and ask if they had made it to Boise ok. I also asked if there were any
questions they had that I could help with and then assured them that I would be
back around to check in. Making sure that every resident and their families
could see that I was there and willing to help is what built the trust I have
today with my residents.
That first day really set the environment
between me and the residents. Now that I have the trust and environment set
that I need I am able to lead my community to higher places. Getting involved
in activities and bonding together is what I like to see my residents do on
their own. When I see this happening I know that I have leaded my community the
way that I have hoped for.
>Brittney<
As we have discussed, spending quality time in the beginning to reach out and get to know people can pave the way for strong relationships. I want to encourage you to continue to get to know the students and always know that relationships are complex and we must continue to work and respect those complex relationships. Don't take anything for granted.... we must continue to check in and ask the right questions to know how things are going....
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