Self Reflection Paper

This paper explores the results of the Prentice Hall’s Self-Assessment provided by the Organization Behavior textbook (Robbins & Judge, 2009). The test measured several areas including: personality traits; ethics; decision-making skills; communication skills; insights on leadership skills; and the individual’s ability to work within a group. The results of the exam were based on my answers to the questions—from this I have learned how to be a more effective leader, employee, and co-worker. Additionally, the results provided me with insight into my own shortcomings and how to overcome them through my Christian faith. Dr. Fischer repeatedly reminds us that our covenantal responsibility is directly related to the individual’s ability to put aside their own beliefs and/or needs to work effectively with others in an organization (Fischer, n.d. Presentation 1: slide 9).

Keywords: personality traits, leader, communication, covenant

Understanding Leadership Capabilities Dr. Fischer defines people or individuals as those, “made in the image of God …show more content…
SAL defines these qualities as being those of an individual who is “gracious, has interpersonal skills, and is eager to please” (Prentice Hall, 2009). Furthermore, these particular skills correlate to specific jobs: social worker, childcare worker, or a nun (Prentice Hall, 2009). I found myself agreeing with the assessment of the ESFJ personality type—I am assertive, I thrive in social settings, I am responsible, and I am highly driven to succeed (Prentice Hall, 2009). Furthermore, the assessment acknowledged my requirement for a “structured” work environment. The structured part of my job that is appealing is within the organization itself. The need for structure relates to an innate desire to have stability, consistency, and