Identify characteristics that you believe an effective leader possesses.

Reflective Writing Assignment
Week 1
Directions:
True reflection requires analysis and higher-level thinking, as well as self-awareness and risk taking. Genuinely reflective writing typically involves “revealing” anxieties, errors and weaknesses, as well as strengths and successes.
The reflective writing should be 2 pages in length not including references. APA format required (citations in body of paper, and reference list). Should be written in a scholarly manner. First person (I) is acceptable and, in fact, is expected.
Although the focus of these reflective writings is self-analysis, cited references should be included to support your analysis. See the rubric for reference expectations.
Week 1 Reflective Writing Assignment: Overview of Leadership and Management
Identify characteristics that you believe an effective leader possesses.
Which leadership characteristics do you have and why do you feel these are your characteristics?
Do you believe that you were born with leadership skills, or have you consciously developed them during your lifetime? If so, how did you develop them?
Define your predominant leadership style (authoritarian, democratic, or laissez-faire) and give examples.
What style of leadership do you work best under and why?