The speakers who have taken time out of their busy lives to come speak to us on leadership have influenced how I now look at myself as a leader. I know that I was not a natural born leader, like some people are thought to be. I was incredibly shy until freshman year in High School. Many of the women leaders who have spoken to us found themselves in similar situations. Reading the material and listening to what these power women have to say about leadership has opened my eyes to the kind of leader I was, the kind I am now, and what kind of leader I could become. Coming to college, I took it as a challenge to come out of my shell. I make sure to talk to at least one stranger a day. I am also currently pledging a sorority which has taught me a lot about leadership these last five weeks. Communication has been the most important lesson I have learned here at Otterbein. If something needs to get done and I need specifics on it, I have to communicate with other people who can offer assistance. A few weeks ago, I was not happy with my grade on my first math exam. So instead of just complaining about it and shoving it to the recess of my brain, I took the iniative to contact my professor and have a meeting with her about it. Speaking up is so important. Without a voice, nothing will ever be heard. God gave everyone a voice. Use it. If we are going to make the women who opened the door for us proud, we need to use our strengths and be aware of our weaknesses. Always be prepared for anything. It is our time to fill the shoes of the women who lead before us.
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