blog posts National Make a Difference Day Oct 20, 2020 10:30 am316 views National Make a Difference Day focuses on aspects of service in our community. This post goes into more detail about the day and introduces the topic of servant leadership. Why can't women be ambitious and likable? Mar 1, 2022 12:00 pm329 views This post explores the concept of "The Likeability Trap" as well as the pressures that women encounter in the workplace to curate their appearance and fashion. The Effectiveness of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership Oct 6, 2020 10:15 am332 views Since October is Emotional Intelligence Awareness Month, this post goes into detail on the importance of emotional intelligence and how to effectively use it in leadership. What Actually Makes a Good Leader, May Not Be What You Think... Apr 15, 2020 12:00 am344 views We are always asked the question, "what makes a good leader?" Through all the different studies and approaches learned, I discovered what I believe makes a good leader and it may not be what you think. A Call to Action: Social Change in our Leadership Oct 13, 2020 9:15 am357 views This post goes into detail about what the Social Change Model of Leadership is and how we can use it in our every day lives with relation to leadership. Tips to Develop Yourself Over Summer Apr 21, 2021 2:15 pm382 views This post gives 5 tips on ways to develop yourself over the summer. Summer gives us the opportunity to develop ourselves as we get a break after the long, hectic school year. There are many ways to help develop yourself this summer, but these are just 5 examples. Empathy Apr 6, 2021 1:30 pm449 views This post starts by comparing empathy to shoes, displaying a metaphor for being the listener for someone's story. This post also shares a comparison and a way to think of empathy in a different way. The Importance of Sustainable Leadership Feb 8, 2022 12:00 pm478 views This post highlights why being a sustainable leader in today’s climate is important. The author challenges the reader to explore sustainable practices and try to implement them in their daily lives as well as their leadership roles. The importance of practicing openness today’s society Nov 3, 2021 1:15 pm529 views This post talks about the importance of openness and shares how the importance of practicing openness will be impactful in both your professional and personal life. The Optimistic Leader: How to stay resilient in the face of adversity Mar 7, 2023 10:30 am590 views In this blog, we explore the powerful connection between optimism and resilience in leadership. Discover how a positive outlook can help you overcome obstacles and inspire those around you, ultimately leading to greater success and fulfillment in both your personal and professional life. The National Day of Encouragement- What is it? Sep 12, 2020 9:30 am727 views This post goes into depth on the National Day of Encouragement, a day that recognizes the importance of encouragement in our everyday lives. It'll go into more detail on the history, facts, and ways to increase the use of encouragement in your lives. Ways to Relieve Stress Dec 6, 2021 12:45 pm796 views This post shares some ways to help relieve some stress. With the start of a new semester, it's always important to find ways to calm our stressors and still remain calm during all the chaos that is to come. Why YOU should consider the Leadership Studies Minor Oct 27, 2020 9:45 am858 views This post explains more information on the Leadership Studies Minor and gives student perspectives on the minor itself. Leading by Creativity Dec 7, 2021 1:15 pm1115 views This post goes into detail on one of the most important soft skills for a leader to have: creativity! Creativity helps leaders with problem-solving, communication, and team building. How To Set the Right Goals for Yourself and Succeed Apr 14, 2022 1:15 pm1309 views Goal setting is critical for success. Without goals, it’s difficult to measure progress or determine where you are and where you want to be. You also need specific goals in order to develop a plan on how to achieve them. However, there is a right way and wrong way to set goals, which is why following these tips are important. The Importance of Networking Feb 21, 2022 1:00 pm1635 views This post goes into detail on the importance of networking and some benefits of it. Becoming a Culturally Competent Leader Nov 30, 2022 1:15 pm1821 views Great leaders possess the skills, knowledge, and attitude necessary to build authentic connections with people from different cultures. This blog will highlight qualities of culturally competent leaders and steps you can take to build cultural competence. Why reflection is important in a leadership role Nov 8, 2021 12:45 pm1846 views This post talks about the importance of reflection and how it is important for leaders and teams to practice reflection. How to Prioritize our Emotional Wellness Oct 11, 2021 2:15 pm2071 views This post talks about the importance of emotional wellness and how to prioritize that in our lives. The post also talks a bit more about recognizing our own emotions, stress management, and emotional intelligence. The Influence of the ILC's Workshops on my Leadership Journey Jul 7, 2021 12:45 pm2123 views This post talks about the experience of a fellow student throughout her time on campus and how the workshops helped with her leadership development today. The Importance of Developing a Community Perspective Oct 21, 2021 11:30 am2163 views This post talks about the importance of community and volunteering within your own community. The post shares a bit more about how to develop leadership skills through helping out your community. What does it mean to be an ethical leader? Mar 16, 2021 1:30 pm2295 views This post shares ways to be an ethical leader and practice integrity as a leader in our every day. The author shares some personal stories as well on the topic of integrity. Human Dignity in Leadership Nov 30, 2020 11:00 am3262 views This post explains the importance of one of the ILC's competencies, human dignity, and how it is important in leadership. What is the Hardest Part About Being Good Leader? Apr 15, 2020 12:00 am4481 views In this article, I discuss what I find to be the hardest part of being a leader. The pressure to please all parties is a challenge that can be burdensome and serve to degrade a leader's confidence in their ability. I discuss this topic from my perspective and experiences. Leadership Lessons from President Zelensky Mar 29, 2022 11:15 am5354 views Leadership lessons from President Zelensky we can apply in our daily lives. The Importance of Leadership in a Global Pandemic Jul 7, 2021 1:45 pm8734 views This post highlights the importance of leaders navigating the challenges of COVID-19 and how leadership takes flexibility. The author uses their experience on the Illini Union Board to exemplify the challenges faced. The Importance of Community to Leadership Practice Mar 30, 2021 1:15 pm13325 views This post explains the importance of community in leadership and guides you through different ways to be a leader in a community. The Role of Relationship Management in Leadership Nov 10, 2020 9:30 am13910 views This post emphasizes the importance of relationship management in leadership. It goes into detail on ways to practice, understand, and learn from relationship management as a leader. My Definition of Leadership Apr 15, 2020 11:30 pm24801 views I go into detail on what I believe is the true definition of leadership and how this reflects all the good leaders in our lives. I also give my perspective on the definition of leadership. Reflections: Being a Student Leader in a Pandemic and Lessons Learned Dec 14, 2020 9:30 am25827 views This post provides reflections from UIUC students on this past Fall semester and how they felt about the changes and transition to online classes. 7 Ways to Improve Your Self-Management Skills Sep 29, 2022 1:30 pm27403 views Great leaders use their time, energy, and resources effectively. Leaders skilled in self-management act in ways that strengthen their personal, professional, and familial relationships. This post will outline seven ways you can effectively improve your self-management skills. Let Go of Your Perfectionism: The Best Ways to Stop Being So Hard on Yourself Nov 29, 2021 1:15 pm32064 views We put too much pressure on ourselves to succeed or do everything perfectly. Here are some ways you can stop being so hard on yourself. Understanding the roots of your perfectionism is the first step to overcoming it. Find someone you trust that you can talk to about your struggles. Take time for yourself every day and write down your worries. Give yourself permission to make mistakes and give yourself permission for doing things imperfectly. The Importance of Self-Improvement for Leaders Sep 17, 2020 12:00 pm47349 views September is self-improvement month. This post goes into detail on what self-improvement is, how it is important for leaders and shares a personal connection to self-improvement.
