Rising to the Challenge
Saturday, January 15th, 2011My manager recently told me that in our organization we need more “healthy conflict”. Essentially, we need to be more critical of other employees weaknesses so they can improve.
I told him that I don’t believe we need more “healthy conflict” instead we need to challenge people to improve and provide the support for them to rise to challenge.
My manager said “You have a very mature view of leadership.” Little did he know that at Toastmasters this is what we do every week during our evaluation of speeches. We provide a supportive environment where people can overcome challenges in public speaking.
I’m grateful for Chamber Club for making me look smart in front of my boss, but also instilling in me a maxim of leadership that I can spread throughout my work place.
-Michelle Mazur – VP of Public Relations