Brittany Wagemaker

I have learned more clearly about the different types of leadership styles and how important it is to adapt your leadership style to the situation you are in at that time. Understanding how and when to change the leadership style is significant. I think this will help me to identify which style to use and when based on the risks that happen with each style. 

I don't see where one side shines brighter than the other, so I think I am both leader and manager depending on what need is there in the moment.  I see the importance of a manager but also the significance of a leader. Clearly both are needed and I want to have strong characteristics of each. I want to work more on originating that imitating and challenging the status quo. 

Leaders are the visionaries, the ones motivating the team and keeping their team committed. The leaders help the team feel recognized and appreciated and motivated.  Managers implement the vision, determine the steps to reach the goals, organize and keep a team focused, and then assess growth and opportunities. 

Being a good manager requires a goal oriented mindset, good people skills, the ability to persuade and influence, the knowledge of how to collaborate with others and to encourage collaboration with others, and the ability to set appropriate business goals. I plan to keep these qualities in mind and to grow these traits when given the opportunity.