Time Well Spent

When I first started my journey at Walden the end seemed so far away that it is hard to believe it is here.  Although this may be the end of my studies at Walden, I have been reminded that in order to remain an effective leader in this field that I must always continue learning and remain current. 

This experience has also showed me the importance of being aware of and even if I do not fully understand a different perspective to take the time to learn from it and respect it. 

Lastly, during my time at Walden I was taught the power of self-reflection and how the way I was raised and what I think can both impact the way I teach.  I can say that this was the first time that I was really asked to take the time to genuinely self-reflect and it was very difficult in the first few courses but it became easier to do and I have grown from it. 

One long term goal that I have which is derived from the leadership week is to take better care of myself.  Sounds simple enough but I do not always do that, I often take on too many projects, wanting to do everything and I have a hard time saying no.  I want to be the most effective leader and teacher that I can be and in order to give the best version of myself I need to make sure that I am taken care of.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of my colleagues and professors that I have meet and worked with during my time at Walden.  The feedback, comments, and questions that I have received from you along my journey here have helped me to become a better person and in return better teacher and leader.  I wish you all the best of luck and that someday our paths might cross again!  Congratulations to you all, we did it!

I would also like to thank my two little office assistances (Mojo & Remi) who dedicated numerous hours of support during my whole time at Walden.