Self Reflection

Although I have areas of strength that will allow me to excel in my chosen career path, I also have areas in my life that need improvement before I join the workforce. The first area of my life that needs development is my communication skills. Recently, I have found that I have trouble communicating to others my thoughts on various topics. During conversations with others, I have noticed that I become flustered and frustrated when I cannot relay my thoughts to the person I am having a discussion with. An example of the pervious occurred last week, while having a discussion with my mother. During the conversation, I was trying to explain to her a description of a military uniform I witnessed at work. Because I had several descriptions in my …show more content…
This activity enables me to improve my communication skills because they focus on listening to what others have to say. By completing exercises similar to the Introduction game, I am also able to become more engaged in learning how to think about the message I want my audience to receive. To increase my level of assertiveness, I can participate in more activities that force my out of my comfort zone. For example, I recently became the secretary of the W.E.B. Dubious Honor Society, an organization that emphasizes scholastic achievement among students and to promote leadership and service to others. This leadership position will enhance my assertive behavior by allowing me more opportunities to speak on issues I would normally remain silent on. Not only do I believe that taking on leadership positions will improve my assertiveness, but I also believe it will increase my self-confidence as well. I have learned from this essay that I have a habit of concealing my thoughts to myself because I fear what others will think of my thoughts. I believe that by learning more about myself through participation in new activities that interest me, such as karate, fencing, and dancing, I would be able to become more confident. The final area of development that I can improve through activities is my decision making processes. This year, I plan to improve this skill by participating in the University of West Florida’s Executive Mentor Program and completing internships with various companies. By participating in the Executive Mentor Program, I am able to receive first hand advice form current business individuals about effective decision making processes. I would also benefit from the program by learning how current business leaders and entrepreneurs