Friday, May 31, 2013

Week 3: Curtis Kocher

 
For this weeks post, I decided to use a photo of the Detroit Red Wings as a visual aid for a group that has applied the Social Change Model. Whether a players main position in on offense or defense, each position on a hockey team has an equal importance to the team, and every player must collaborate their talents in order to achieve victory. Teams will face setbacks, like losing a game, but the team works together in order to fix their mistakes, move forward, and strive for the best outcome. I feel this photo symbolizes the application of The Social Change Model well because it shows three Red Wing players working together to help their goalie save the puck. 
This second photo that I found that represents the application of the Social Change Model is of volunteers in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. The main values that i feel are applied here Citizenship and Common Purpose. After the devastating hurricane, many people from around the world donated goods to New Orleans and surrounding areas to help them recover from such a horrific disaster. This photo shows people within the community helping sort different donated goods in order for them to be handed out at a later time. These people are showing the value of Common Purpose because they are contributing to a community service organization with a major vision to help out the community. This photo also shows the Citizenship value because people from around the world are connecting themselves to a society that was horribly affected by Hurricane Katrina and donating goods to help others.

Week 3 Post



I chose this picture because it is a sign of commitment. When you commit to something, you are telling that person/s that you will give them your all in whatever you are doing. Nothing great can be achieved without commitment, so this is an extremely vital part of leadership.





I chose this picture because it represents a group of people coming together to try and achieve a common goal. This is especially evident on a football team because unlike a basketball team of 12 players, 105 players on a football team all have to be on the same page in order accomplish what they set out to do. If this happens, then good things will prosper. 













Thursday, May 30, 2013

Week 3: Kelsey Schweibert

As related to my example used in discussion for this week, a dog sled team. There are so many different parts of a dog sled team that must come together for a perfect race, however, with Mother Nature there can be unforeseen circumstances that could throw the race. It is up to the team to work together to make up for potentially lost time. Teams are about a network of people using their skills to make for the best outcome, but there is always potential for mistakes, working together as a cohesive unit is important. It is a network of coming together to achieve a common goal.

Another metaphor that I thought of for the Making Change approach to change, was working out. The making change approach is about staying in control and pushing for what outcome is desired. It is about fixing broken parts, creating long term goals, and a complete sense of control over all people and aspects of the project. Much like working out. It takes someone to come to the conclusion that they want to make a change to their health, from there they are in control of their weight-loss destiny. It is up to them to set their goals, whether it be with diet and or exercise, and sticking with it for the long haul...not letting cravings or laziness stop them, being in control of all aspects. Weight loss doesn't come over night, it's a process.


Week 3: Liz Stuart


I chose a picture of a book as my first visual aid because an important aspect in being an effective leader is KNOWING what your leading. In the book one of the primary tasks to put the social change model to use is task research. In order to pass of something to someone else, you have to be able to explain it well first. Leaders must know how to do everything their group//team/project has in store to complete.


My second picture is one of a tight ropes class. This helps to represent the entire social change model as a whole. The ropes are like the steps of the model. Each step or task fulfilled is extremely calculated, determining it's direct effects. While you're high in the air which at first seems dangerous, you're on a harness, which means that while mistakes are scary and bound to happen, we can survive them and move forward. 




Week 3: Sheelagh McCarthy

This image captured of a moment during a sailing race portrays an application of the Social Change Model. While any boat has its primary leader, the captain, it is up to collaboration (one of the 7 Cs) of the entire crew to sail the boat. This is shown by all the crew sitting on the high side of the boat so that it doesn't keel over. Every member of the crew has a specific purpose, and they must be committed to work together to sail the boat and finish the race. While it is up to the captain to lead them in the task, the crew must trust each other and the captain to collaborate and work efficiently together while sailing. 
Another application of applying the Social Change Model is this advertisement encouraging purchasing Fair Trade coffee. Fair Trade coffee has been produced and marketed to a set of standards that holds the consumers socially responsible for the coffee they purchase by making sure the work of the producers is being honored. Fair Trade has a commitment to not only the product (coffee) but a commitment to the people that are behind the production process. This is especially important for workers in third world countries so that the farmers are not being exploited. This then reflects and relates to the citizenship characteristic of the consumers.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Week 3- Applying the Social Change Model

I chose a picture of an assembly line as an example of applying the social change model. This is not only a division of labor, which was shortly talked about, but also collaboration. Each person works specifically on a different part, working together, to create a product.

This picture is representing a crucial part of the social change model, and of leadership. It is representing the importance of community involvement and knowing the people you're working with and for. Just as in the first case study, the college students were clueless about where and who they were volunteering for. It's important to get to know the people, and put the effort into investing yourself in the cause and people you're working for.

Susie Pohl Week 3


Right now we are talking about case studies and how it's important to "identify characters, analyze the environment, design a plan to understand what is happening and compare the experience of the characters to your own" (Komives, 2009). I chose this image of the Broadway play of the Lion King because while viewing a play, it's important to recognize characters and the different settings that they are in. Often times, we will connect to a play because we can relate with what it happening on stage. Taking all of these into account helps us understand the overall performance, which is similar to a case study, in which we need to understand everything clearly to get an overall picture of thinking about a resolution and final product.

I chose this image because case studies often talk about ideas that affect our whole society such as inequality,  environmental issues and social injustice . It says that case studies are not mean to "lead to one correct answer, but to provide opportunities to apply new knowledge and practice analyzing the issues from different perspectives" (Komives, 2009, p. 83). I think that the Peace Corps tries to give opportunities in many different countries that opens people's minds to different perspectives. It also tries to combat problematic issues by sending volunteers to help make a change in society overall.   

Week3: Applying the Social Change Model



The first pictures might looks a little bit disgusting. But it is really a wonderful example demonstrate collaboration. When red ants encounter flood, it is hard for every single one to survive, if they wants to fight along. Natural disaster is ruthless and huge. Even people cannot be 100% sure survive from huge disaster. Thus there is no way for red ants to survive by themselves. However, they are turn to collaborate with each other; they toll together as a huge ball, or stay together as a raft. So they can drift on the river for a couple of days. Even though the surface of the ball might die, there still going to have a large amount of ants can survive. Red ants not only collaborated when encounter disaster, they also collaborated to do their job, each ant is conscious and congruent who can become a committed participated in building the commons sense of group.


Earth is the only planet that people found out can live. However, due to the scientific research, there are many un-renewable resources are going to run out in 4-5 years. So it is time for human-being to commit to the earth, people should notice the damage we bring to our earth, and we need to do something to protect our planet. For example, starting by recycle paper, cups, or drive hybrid car. The more green action we do for our planet, the more days we can remain happy on earth. 

Applying the Social Change Model of Leadership: Scott Besko



These two images represent the two different approaches of change that were talked about in this weeks reading.  The car represents the how change use to be viewed as linear with one driver and was called fragmented approach.  The bottom picture shows how complex the internet is and represents the systems view of change.  The systems view of change is the new way of thinking about change and says that their is not a direct cause and affect and instead the relationships are very complex.


Monday, May 27, 2013

Applying the Social Change Model

I believe that this video, and the song itself, represents Collaboration as well as the embracing of a sense of Community at a global level. After the natural disaster that occurred in Haiti, many different music artists came together to produce this song to send the message that we are all in this together and we can all work toward the common good of everyone, not just a particular group, race, gender, or nation. I really think that this song is a clear example of inflicting positive change at such a higher level than any one person could accomplish



The next image that I have included goes hand in hand with my post in our discussion forum for this week. I believe that an excellent metaphor for applying the Social Change Model of Leadership to inflict positive change is the idea of tributaries, or many rivers flowing together into the ocean or one large body of water. This represents the many unique and individual perspectives that the many members of any team possess and how these perspectives all must come together to work toward a common goal.

Applying the Social Change Model of Leadership


Applying the Social Change Model of Leadership
I think this movie has been creating positive changes for a very long time – “The Shawshank Redemption”. It shows the leader Red’s power at Shawshank State Penitentiary, the potential leader Andy’s power, and also another potential leader Tommy Williams. I think Andy is a good example of showing the consciousness of self. I believe most people have already watched this movie, and find out the positive energy and changes it gives us.

I haven't listened to many English songs, but “Step to the Rear” from the How Now, Dow Jones is really a good one to apply the social change model of leadership. I think one factor from 7 C’s has been showed from this song is the congruency. What’s more, the inspiring change they provide to the listeners may include some pieces of 7 C’s.

Week 3: Applying the Social Change Model of Leadership


I believe that these 2 pictures represent implementing the social change model. Above, the leader and followers are moving(in organized fashion) towards action. The picture below, shows the leader servicing the follower. The leader's duty is help those that are behind them and uplift them. 


Iced Tea and Same Love: Christina's Blog


I think this guy really epitomizes the idea of an individual influencing social change. Read the article for more information about his life and his company—Honest Tea. It has a good message and their bottled tea tastes great! They’re big into being environmentally conscious  and demonstrate their COMMITMENT to maintaining high standards that promote a better environment. There is also a CONGRUENCY in the way he runs his business with his personal values. Finally, CITIZENSHIP is exhibited by his efforts to use less sugar and democratizing organics. Pretty impressive stuff. I provide a picture as well as the link to the story:


For my other posting—although I may be a bit advanced in age, I am a fan of Macklemore and Ryan Lewis. I first heard about them on NPR when they were interviewed for their song “Same Love.” Many of you may have heard about it—I think it has a good message, particular since their genre of music (they identify as being hip-hop) isn’t often seen as being very inclusive. I think they demonstrate a COMMITMENT to inclusiveness and a CONSCIOUSNESS OF SELF in their beliefs. I feel like they examples of some pieces of the 7 C’s in inspiring change through their listeners.




Week 2: Understanding the Social Change Model of Leadership




These pictures are a representation of diversity. Even though they might have very different points of view they should still be able to work together for the greater good. When people of all colors work to understand each other, they can uplift the whole world.



Sunday, May 26, 2013

Week 2: Visual Representation

Thus far, our readings have stressed the idea that leadership is a process and not merely an action.  A leadership role is one which you work to attain.  An individual is not simply born a leader.  Important leadership skills and the seven C's of the social change model must be learned and developed over time.  I feel that this first image points to the idea of leadership as a process without an end.  A leader can always acquire new skills and develop further.


One of the ideas that I took away from this week's reading, and the discussion topic for this week, was the importance of incorporating multiple perspectives.  This image displays the concept of bringing individuals of different backgrounds and ages together to work toward a common vision.  By involving a wide range of individuals in a group, you can discover new opinions and develop existing ideas.  The most important element of this visual is the togetherness.  While diversity is important in the group, it is critical that you focus on collaboration and ensure that the group has a shared goal if you want to create social change.

Kate Osbourn Visual Representations of Leadership











                           






The first image that I used is the Emotional Quotient wheel from leadershipcall.com. In teaching it is part of the responsibility of teachers to find the strengths of our students and to help them to capitalize on those strengths. Many people are very familiar with the idea of Intelligence quotient or I.Q. People are less commonly familiar with Emotional Intelligence which is a measure of how well a person empathizes; problem solves, and works with others. A person with a high E.Q. is able to participate in group problem solving, and maintain high regard for all individuals present. A person with a high E.Q is able to maintain high standards, and recognize what is reasonable from other points of view. This measure of emotional intelligence is harder to test than “intelligence”, and so it is often not part of what students are taught, but students with high Emotional Intelligences do well in the world. The wheel of Emotional Intelligence reminds me of the wheel that makes up the outside of the social change model. A person cannot have a high E.Q. without having qualities in many or most of the spokes.

The second image that I chose is a quote from John F Kennedy, a great American president. The saying that Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other is central to the idea that to work together people must first learn from each other, and expand their perspectives in order to come to mutual understandings, and properly empathize with each other. 



Visual Representations Brooke McMahan




I thought both of these images accurately depicted leadership and what we learned from the Social Change Model this week. I think these two definitely relate so I wanted to explain them together. Both of these images show the idea that a leader is more than someone who is just a superior figure. A leader is someone who steps in and takes action. This idea is obvious from the meaning from the quote in the first image. In the second image, the leader is the one not in charge, but the one doing what the rest of the group is doing, but taking charge in their task. It isn't enough to sit back and watch what goes on around. This week's readings talks about what it takes to make social change happen. It talks about knowing, being, and doing. These second image especially shows the impact of knowing the needs of the movement or group, the ability to take charge, and actually going out and doing it. What I took away from this is that if you want to see a social change take place, you must go out and make it happen.

Tyler Reading Visual representation


I feel this picture represents collaboration well because just like musicians playing in a band, people working in a group together must work with each other to create the right outcome.  If one person is unwilling to work and share with the group, they would stick out as much as a member of a band playing the wrong note in a performance.



Similar to the idea I had with the first picture, this image illustrates that members of a group need to be well organized when trying to bring personalities together in a discussion. You need to have some sort of plan going in or it can get unorganized and you may not come out of the collaboration the way you had thought.

Saturday, May 25, 2013

Week two: visuals presentation of Jiao Peng





I got this picture in a public speaking in a Chinese student association. The president showed the picture. No doubt, it left me a very deep impression. This image is a cube-shaped, and its three-dimensional visuals perfectly present the relationship between a certain person's position in a group with his/her innate intelligence, self-confidence and the level of effort. The leader at the top, not just take some ingenuity, but more of an willing to work hard and more of confidence. Leadership role is challenging, and setbacks are inevitable. Confidence allows leaders to overcome the difficulties, so that they can get the courage in circumstances of uncertainty decisions and then gradually be confident to others. Meanwhile, hard work includes a strong desire for success and constantly strive to improve, with the ambition, ambition, energy, perseverance, initiative. These are the most basic elements to become leaders.



This figure also points out several elements necessary to become leaders. In my view, leadership is not job status, nor is it a few people have the privilege of patents, but a positive interaction of purposeful power. More simply, the leadership is to have planned to guide the team members to achieve goals in the process. He/her is the final decision makers in the team. Certainly,, this is often linked with the business. In short, as a good leader, you need to have the above capabilities, including: Boot, authorization, relationship management, strategy formulation and execution management, leadership, innovation and organizational change capabilities.

Thursday, May 23, 2013

John Jakubik Visual Representations




 

Leadership is about being "all-in". If one member of the group is out of line or in disagreement with everybody else, the group will suffer. In order for the goals of the group to be accomplished, everyone has to be on the same page and follow the man in front of him. If the group is fortunate enough to have all of these things fall into place for them, there will be no limit to their success.



Although every group has a distinct leader, the other members of the group are just as valuable as that leader. This picture shows that although the main leader (big lightbulb) has a lot of great ideas, the other members of the group (smaller lightbulbs) have great ideas as well. In order to run a successful organization, the ideas of every group member need to be taken into consideration because you never know where the next great idea may come from.