A Summary of what I've learned in the Orientation. :)

During the NSTP Orientation held at the FEU Auditorium,Ms. Diana Ann Recinto was chosen to be the guest speaker. It was a good thing that she was the guest speaker that time, because at that moment, all of us were listening to her. There was never a dull moment. The presentation was all about leadership and social responsibility. She explained it very well and expressed what she wanted to express. I gained knowledge on how to improve my skills as a leader, to socialize with our members, and to handle the responsibilities that have given.

I have had my share of experiences with such types of leadership trainings and I could say that although most of what I’ve attended was presented in a boring manner, I nonetheless picked up bits and pieces of knowledge that helped improve my leadership skills. During the presentation of Ms. Recinto last week, I absorbed what she shared. I never thought that I could concentrate and sit in one place for such a long time because I expected that this orientation would be boring as well. Therefore, my point of view changed. She was very professional, especially in terms of her delivery.

The topic of LEADERSHIP has too often been customary, hackneyed, and overemphasized in seminars, trainings, conferences, and what-have-you as a source of motivation for supervisors, managers, and anybody involved with supervising and handling personnel. As what she has stated,LEADERSHIP is a quality that—although rare—is certainly a positive trait any individual would gladly appreciate having. Not everyone is born a leader or can practice to be so. However, as John C. Maxwellpointed out, “Leaders, untitled or otherwise, realize the extraordinary impact they can have on others and the world around them. They consciously choose to exercise their abilities, skills, and knowledge to help make a difference.”

All such exercises have enabled me to actively contribute towards the NSTP program. The NSTP program will grant me an opportunity to further develop a broader understanding of management or leadership and enhance my analytical skills. This will permit me to share experiences with others. It will also enhance my leadership traits and enable me to learn and develop my capabilities as a successful leader in the making. It will also improve my communication skills, which will make me wiser through the experiences of my group members. What I learn will help me improve my attitude and behaviour, which would be helpful in my leadership career. I am fully confident that NSTP program has the potential to help me overcome the challenge to bring an organizational culture of selflessness.

Leadership in the making. :)