THE LEADING DEACON
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ESTABLISH YOUR
STRENGTHS
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SHARE YOUR PASSION
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VOICE YOUR OPINION
Ever taken an assessment to see where your
leadership strengths are? Here's a good
place to start:
http://www.viacharacter.org/www/
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DETERMINE YOUR TEAM'S
VALUES
Don't be afraid to speak up. Learn to
understand your ideas as valuable and
important to the success of your group, so
that you can offer them with respect when
the time comes.
Host a brainstorming session and have
everyone contribute to a list of the things
that are most important to the members of
your team.
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MAKE PERSONAL
COMMITMENTS
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Invest in a planner for a quick and easy way
to keep track of all of your meetings and
activities.
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REAFFIRM YOUR TEAM
MEMBERS
BELIEVE IN THE POWER
OF PEOPLE
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SPEAK YOUR TRUTH
Don't hold back in telling your story. Loud
and proud!
CREATE AN ACTION
PLAN
Similarly to S.M.A.R.T. Goals, an action plan
can serve as a road map for your
organization. Try starting with a daily to-do
list, then move onto long-term action.
TAKE A FREE VALUES
ASSESSMENT ONLINE
Understanding your values is incredibly
helpful in discovering what motivates you.
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LIVE EMOTIONALLY WELL
Take a walk, play with a dog, or go see a
movie. Whatever you do, make sure that
you are engaging in self-care as much as
possible. Visit the Office of Wellbeing at
WFU for resources!
If you need a little bit of inspiration to truly
witness the power of individuals, watch this
TED Talk.
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CELEBRATE YOUR
SUCCESSES
Pat yourself on the back for all your jobs
well done. When something in your
organization goes right, or you accomplish
one of your goals, celebrate any way you
can with the members of your group.
Remember the "snap cup" from Legally
Blonde?! Follow the concept behind it to
ensure that your team members feel
appreciated, uplifted and recognized.
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Your passion is part of what makes you the
incredible leader you are. Make sure you
share that light with all the members of
your team.
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MAKE A GIFT FOR A
TEAM MEMBER
Get your Pinterest game on and discover
the world of DIY crafting. This will indicate
to your team members that you appreciate
them and are thankful they're on your
team!
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DO SOMETHING
CREATIVE
Paint that mural, build that table, craft that
jewelry. Not only is it intellectually
stimulating, but it's a great stress relief as
well!