Regis Cebu Leadership AVP by Leader Bryan

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Cebu Leadership AVP Link by Leaders Gerica Ramos

Prof,

I have tried viewing the link but it doesn't work in my computer. Just in case it works on your computer.  <Neither in mine? She has not complied with requirements of AVP>

Regards,

G Reuyan

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Dear Gem,

Here is my Leadership AVP link:  https://premierfinancialwellness.sharefile.com/d-sb4a0342fbc5438ca

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Cheers,
Jon

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Regis Cebu Leadership - Leader Leonard Castañeda –Final Integrative Paper

Prof.,

Once again, let me thank you for the whole learning experience. Mabuhay kayo! Magis!  <well done, well thought of and researched.   Mana sa Nanay.  Tunay na scholar.  Saludo ako sa iyo.  Keep this up>

FINAL INTEGRATIVE PAPER

I.                    WHERE AM I NOW?

There are many ways to answer this, but all require a long, hard look at yourself, and as many people will attest, self-assessment can be difficult, and at times, painful. I just turned 41, meaning that based on the average lifespan of the Filipino male, adjusted for sedentary living and vices, more than half of my life is over. Going through several reflection papers, and collecting pictures for the AVP has made me realize and recall lot of things: decisions that were made, for good and for ill, memories that brought joy and pain, and past experiences that have shaped us, whether with our conscious effort and desire, or with influences that have led us without us being conscious about it. When I recall what my childhood dreams and ambitions were, I cannot help but shake my head with regret over how far from the mark my life has become. The truism that "failing to plan is planning to fail" is like an accusing refrain that plays in my mind even as I write these. To answer where I am, I will begin by taking into account who I am first.

From the enneagram

The enneagram test revealed that I had a 3x4 personality, that is, a combination between an achiever (type 3) and a designer/individualist (type 4).

Type 3's are described as  people who: "need to be validated in order to feel worthy; they pursue success and want to be admired. They are frequently hard working, competitive and are highly focused in the pursuit of their goals."

Indeed, many instances in my past have shown that when motivated enough, I manifest a competitive streak that pushes me to excel: this is most often shown in tests or competitions. But why is it then, that despite this drive, I have not driven myself hard enough to gain the success that I once craved for? Why have I not achieved they typical hallmarks of a successful person?

A big part of this has to do with the second component of my personality, and as I mentioned in my previous paper, "emotionally complex and highly sensitive. They long to be understood and appreciated for their authentic selves, but easily feel misunderstood and unappreciated... they  are often somewhat moody or temperamental.³"

The negative side of my type 4 personality probably caused me to lose both achievements by not being able to focus on sustaining success. I can be moody and erratic, and probably, my insecurities about being an illegitimate child, about being poor, and the glaring contrast between my lack and the relative abundance of my half-sisters, contributed much to this. There seems to be a constant tug of war between the two, and much to my regret, I realize that I could have sought to be understood and appreciated by others based on my accomplishments.

The alternate test showed a different result: this time, I was categorized as a probable challenger (type 8). Type 8's are described as: "essentially unwilling to be controlled, either by  others or by their circumstances; they fully intend to be masters of their fate. Eights are  strong willed, decisive, practical, tough minded and energetic. They also tend to be domineering; their unwillingness to be controlled by others frequently manifests in the need to control others instead."

Bringing them all together, I observed that the following phrase could sort of sum up how I saw myself: "I know what I am doing (type 3), and I need you to understand this (type 4). So now, knowing that, you can either follow my lead, or leave me alone (type 8)."

Cebu Regis Leader Ivy Ko Final Integrative Paper

Dear Prof,

Attached is my FIP. Thank you for the push - for me to put this 'procrastinated dream" into fruition. <That is a good term for Lecturers -  "pushers of wisdom".   Leaders are pushers to action.  Hahaha>

Thank you for the wisdom.

Best Regards

Ivy

WHERE I AM NOW

My life story, how I evolved into who and where I am today is highlighted piece by piece in the papers I have submitted. 

1. Genogram 

Edward Yap Uy and Irene Chua Tan was introduced to met and married in in their early 30's. Edward is a Cebuano while Irene hails from Binondo, Manila. They are blessed with 4 daughters, and I am the second child. Both of our parent's ancestors are from China, thus our family is 100% Chinese. We speak the Fukien language at home and we follow typical customs and traditions like respecting elders, grandparents living with their son's family when they get married, offering food and praying to our ancestors during their death and birth anniversaries.  Respecting for elders was a value my parents give a very high importance upon. 

Growing up, focus was doing well in school. I don't remember much discussions on what do we want to do, what our dreams and aspirations are, what we want to achieve in life. Having romantic relationships before graduation is frowned upon, talking about emotions is not a normal thing. Love is felt more thru actions rather than words. 

My role is usually the events organizer and conscience to my sisters not based in Cebu on their responsibilities to my parents.  My dad is the ultimate decision maker, while my mom is most of the times assumes the follower role. My family, especially Mama would always tell me what are the things and habits I need to improve on. My dad would always ask me how I am, what are my concerns and what am I doing with them.  Just like my Ama, I am self-sufficient and a go getter. From my dad, I got his people and networking skills. Mama is very prayerful and religious, I developed my spiritual habits from her. 

Diabetes and Heart condition exists in my dad's family (with papa being a triple by-pass survivor) and colon cancer in my mom's side. Knowing these genetics, I have to be very conscious of my health. I keep a healthy lifestyle, exercise at least three times a week, Eat healthy, keep myself fit all the time and undergo annual medical check-ups. 

Learnings: (Self-awareness)

The people who know you best are also the best persons to tell you areas you need to improve on constructively. Having a family that is informs me my weak points is definitely a big help in my self-awareness process.

Regis Cebu Leadership - Leader Maricel Ngo –Final Integrated Paper ( the final )

Please disregard prof the last two emails. I had problems po kasi in attaching my graphics. Please consider this as the final paper. I used my gmail account coz my yahoo account is having problems in graphics po. <every smart guy uses Gmail now>


I. Where I am now?

Defining Moment

            The highlight of my defining moment paper and my self-discovery is tabulated below:

Defining Moment	What lessons I learned from these experiences
My Childhood Experience ( Feeling Dejected )	On every thorn, delightful wisdom grows. In every rill, a sweet instruction flow – Edward Young I have struggled seeking for an answer why my parents provided  me only so little of the positive guidance I need as a child? In doing the genogram, they also were not blessed with a nurturing family.  Indeed, from such experience, a delightful wisdom grows and that is to start it with my family( a loving family)  so a feeling of dejection will stop in my generation.
Being the Head of the Family ( Feeling Fatigued)	The seat of knowledge is in the head, of wisdom, in the heart. William Hazlitt In my early years as a working professional, I believed that providing for the basic needs of my family is a noble act without realizing how I made them so dependent on me. There are other forms of help that is more enduring like making them realize the importance of self-worth.
My Marriage ( Feeling Hurt at first but feeling loved)	Things turn out best for people who make the best out of the way things turn out. John Wooden Acceptance and forgiveness are two virtues that help me go on with my life. I became a more engaged, more involved, more responsive and loving- wife and mother because of that painful experience.
My Profession ( Feeling Fulfilled)	Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life Confucius "….business practitioner seeking to become a professional and ethical business leader committed to nation-building".     In everything I do, I always revisit this vision of ATENEO.  As an educator, I should make a difference to positively impact the lives of our students. In business, I should be more mindful on how I  can help the local economy and the community.
Being a mother ( feeling inspired )	People are just about as happy as they make up their minds to be. Abraham Lincoln I have a vision for my children as I presented in my Call to Arms speech.  I feel inspired to see how they will become someday with proper guidance and mindset.

Enneagram

            Taking enneagram helped me validate behaviors that I normally exhibit.  The characteristics of the personality type that best described me are affecting the way I respond to situations. Being more aware of my strengths and weaknesses based on my personality type will somehow improve the way I perform my responsibilities at home, in our business, in my profession and the various organizations that I lead. I should strive to capitalize on my strengths but must guard my weaknesses.

            Results of my enneagram revealed a personality 8 type which is a "CHALLENGER"

A challenger ( personality 8)  is described as:

1)                   Strong and assertive but sometimes can be ego-centric and domineering.

2)             Self- mastering- they use their strength to improve others' lives, becoming heroic, magnanimous, and inspiring but confrontational, intimidating, loud and controlling.

            My 2nd personality I am exhibiting is personality type 7 which is an "Enthusiast"

As enthusiast ( personality 7) is described as:

1)   generous, energetic, lively and optimistic but they tend to be over- extended, scattered, and undisciplined.

My personal reflection on taking enneagram is "As we age, the result will vary. People that we welcome to our lives whom we consider our mentors and coaches somehow influence our views and behavior. Then we embrace it. Now, the people I am working with, the family culture of my in-laws change my views about life. If I were confined with the values and family culture I had during my childhood years, my personality results would be different. That is why leaders are born twice. Our experiences and the people we met will reveal to us our new sense of identity as leaders."

Chapter 6 of the book of Chris Lowney presented "The Spiritual Exercises", a life long development tool. The book says "The exercises demand total intellectual, emotional, and spiritual engagement. Accordingly, they monopolize focus and energy for their thirty-day duration".  While enneagram is one tool to know our personality, strengths, values and weaknesses, the spiritual exercise is considered indeed a more powerful tool. I can say it is more powerful as most Jesuits personify heroic leadership as what is written in the book.  It an effective tool for self-awareness as evident in the  growing number of Jesuits and the schools they are managing to realize the vision of Ignatius Loyola.

Genogram

At first, I had apprehension in doing genogram.  Perhaps, it is the traumatic experiences during my childhood especially the encounters I had with my relatives ( father's side). It can also be the hardship of being poor. Before taking this subject, I have to admit that I feel that I am a victim but in the course of this "Leadership" class, I realized that my past leads me to where I am now, a better "ME".

I am fascinated with the result of the genogram. It made me realize so many things about myself, my family and my passion. Some of the realizations include:

1)   I should live a healthy lifestyle

Being aware of the medical risk in the family, I should make a conscious effort in living a healthy lifestyle. According to Chris Lowney's book, the foundation to ingenuity is to make ourselves indifferent. Only by becoming indifferent – free of prejudices and attachments and therefore free to choose any course of action – do recruits become strategically flexible. In relation of this concept to genogram, becoming indifferent does not only improve relationships. It can also be a more noble or heroic act and that is helping save other people's live. In my case, I should create awareness among our families about this medical risk.

2)   My motivation to finish a college degree is to give pride and honor to my family – mother side. I realize I can do more for my relatives, more than material things or financial help.  Help them change their poor mindset of "we are born poor, we die poor" will benefit the next generation of Aquino clan.

3)   The "entrepreneurial mind-set" is innate in the family of my father where most of my uncles/aunties were entrepreneur.  My "lolo" passed it on to his children.  Now, I myself run businesses, which I think, is also innate in me.

4)   I want to bring back the old times where my relatives from my father side organized reunions/ family gatherings. As cousins, we were close before and now that we are a bit older, I want to lead all our family reunions to nurture our relationship.

My Life Story ( J. Campbell)

            In doing the J. Campbell exercise, a lot of self-discovery happened. I realized that partly, I am "go-getter" person. I am determined to get what I want. My victory over  MATH subject (during freshman years in college) made me believe that you can do anything as long as you put your heart on it.  Indeed, everything happens for  a reason. My experience as college instructor in Manila was a big factor why I got hired as school administrator of STI College Ormoc. It was not an easy road for me but in the end I survive with a lot of lessons learned as adaptive challenges were present in my leadership as school administrator.

As explained in the HBR – Work in Leadership, solutions to adaptive challenges reside to the collective intelligence of employees at all levels. In the education sector, our target market shifted program preference aside from the stiff competition. Getting the right people on board, empowering them, leveraging on their capabilities and wit and instilling in them sense of ownership are some of our solutions to these adaptive challenges.

Internal and External Factor that Shape me

           

            To summarize my realizations in doing reflection paper 2,

1)    As to the external factors that shaped me:

Family - it is said in the HBR – Authentic Leadership, motivation to become an authentic leader came from the difficult experiences in our lives. The feeling of being rejected by my family, the instability of my father's business cause by vices and poor financial management are reasons why I considered myself a victim before.  They taught me to become a strong person. They are my motivation to make things right for my family.

Work – My boss and STI executives provided me insights on how great corporate culture is. I truly treasure this experience for I apply these learnings to my own businesses. My work provides me so much fulfillment seeing our graduates succeed in their chosen careers.

Husband and in-laws- My husband and in-laws taught the importance of SAVING and BUDGETING. Their influence shaped me to strive in providing a nurturing environment for my family.

            SUPPORT Group- our Couples for Christ community has greatly influenced me to be leader with a heart and to strive to become a Christ-like leader.

2)    Knowing my strengths and weaknesses leads me to deep understanding of myself. Assessing my strengths and weaknesses is essential in knowing the type of work environment that I can make the greatest contribution.

One of the things I am fascinated about is my growing network of partners/friends/groups which leads me to identifying my strengths that resulted to such accomplishment.

1)    I am a people-person  ( People skills ) – I love relating to people. As explained by John Maxwell, "People are the most precious of resources. Your success, fulfillment, and happiness depend on your ability to relate well to different kinds of people".

2)    Passion for learning –  In my quest to new learnings, I am always in the look-out for mentors, coaches and role model. They are so many of them in socio-civic organizations, graduate schools-classmates and professors, corporation and even business clients. I also read books on leadership and business. In my work, I always think on how every lesson I gain can be applied to my personal  and professional life.

3)    Communicator and critical thinker – because of these strengths, people value my inputs and insights that I can confidently communicate. Such insights ( result of number 2 ) are instrumental in the success of the organization's plans and programs.

4)    Motherly touch – being affectionate. Showing tender and love to people earns their trust

I have to guard my weaknesses though. To name a few, a) Lack of focus – tendency to play the role of "jack of all trades" b) poor in execution c) hesitant to express my real feelings especially if it will hurt the other party.  <Be duterte at times>

Addendum to FIP- Wheel of Leadership by Leader Lt. Commander Andre

Dear prof,

submitted is my addendum for my FIP, my wheel of leadership. it is a little bit different as i tried to adapt it also to my military life. thanks again prof. mabuhay po kayo 

LCDR ANDRE LADAN PN

Regis Cebu Leadership

Leader Andre Ladan

Addendum wheel of leadership on FIP

For my wheel of leadership I opted to adopt some components of the actual AFP logo and provide my own reasons in including certain attributes in my wheel of leadership. As you can see I utilized the image of the sun to illustrate the mission which is located at the center of the image. The sun has eight rays which will serve as the motivation and factors that will help me accomplish the mission at hand. I know my circle may be a little different from others but that difference is probably due to the profession I am in. The culture and tradition of the military and the way we see things are usually different from other people.

Will – it provides the direction on where one is headed. Whether it is personal leadership or organizational, will is an important component for it is the driving force behind the accomplishment of certain milestones in accomplishing the mission.

Sincerity – whether leadership is personal or organizational sincerity plays a big part especially when around other people. With man being a social being it is inevitable that as one accomplishes a mission we will be working with others towards that goal whether they are family, friends or workmates. Sincerity is the measure where people around us recognize if they are to give the same effort in accomplishing the goal.

Compassion – it is the human component of what we do. This trait is exemplified by love for others and understanding where they are coming from. Much of the time we are preoccupied with our own dreams and failing to recognize others who were instrumental to its accomplishment. Compassion is the measure where are workmates or family will exert the extra effort for us in accomplishing our mission.

Character – character gives a leader the moral high ground to lead or impose his/her will. It helps a leader inspire others to help or join the cause.

Discipline – no success can be obtained without discipline. Discipline allows a leader to perform at a high level consistently. In the grind to success, consistence is primary factor in achieving the mission

Optimism – the road to achieving the goals or objectives set is littered with hardships and trials. Eventually we will encounter failures and disappointment. Optimism provides a leader a moment to shrug things off then go at it again. There are times that we should not take ourselves seriously to allow us to be more flexible in the changes we need to make to accomplish the mission

Competence – every objective requires competence and knowledge. As a leader one has to be the trailblazer in the search of knowledge and self-improvement to accomplish the mission. Possessing the knowledge helps a leader take advantage of any opportunity that may come

Trails/hardships – being able to experience tribulations is not failure. As a leader it is a part of discovering the authentic self. Success is measured by the trials a leader has gone through to achieve it.

The triangle is an important part of that illustration as it shows the vision in which I lead and its guiding principles by which I lead. I know some of this is not in the wheel but I've wanted to show it since I am directly applying it to what I do.

Build good bridges of friendship – I try to make friends as much as possible. As I've stated the relationships we have will ultimately help us in our pursuit of our goals. Further good traits/good practices from others can rub off on us.

Make a better self- continue expanding the skills we have, improve yourself in anyway even though it is not in relation to your current goal. There are times that you never know where such skills can be handy

Bring out the best in others – leadership is not only accomplishing the goal and winning. It is also the ability to pull not push our people to the direction of success. Helping others realize their potential will also empower those people to dream bigger and achieve greater things.

The internal factors that shaped me are located in the second circle where my traits can either be helping me achieve my mission or holding me back. My perseverance and optimism surely will help me achieve my goals but my generosity may affect how I perform. However I believe in understanding the good and the bad. It is in understanding it that we get to know our authentic self.

The external factors stated here were also stated in my previous papers where influences from my work, family, friends, former bosses, current environment.          

My work is so different from the rest of my classmates and may probably show in the way I approach life and certain perspectives on different topics during class discussions, my bosses on the other hand were primarily responsible for my work ethic and the way I approach goals. Family and friends formed my early character.

I included current environment because as a military officer I am usually assigned to different areas of the country. As such I am exposed to the different culture and traits of a certain area. Some traits which are acceptable to a certain group may not be applicable to others. This will then be a new learning and as a leader I have to adjust to the required changes so as to be able to operate efficiently in the said area.

<Vg. Commander, Very Good;  the fourth Leader in my class who submitted a wheel of leadership>

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Cebu Leadership FIP by Leader Lt. Commander Andre Ladan

Dear Prof,

Submitted is my FIP. Thanks again Prof. this is one of my most memorable classes taken at AGSB. Please do keep in touch.

LCDR Andre Ladan PN

Regis Leadership Cebu

Leader Andre Ladan

Final Integration Paper

Where am I now?

Warren Bennis said that "Leadership is the capacity to turn vision into reality". That is the very purpose of our Personal Strategic Plan, turning those visions into reality. As with any vision, the real test comes in the perseverance of taking those multitudes of steps consistently. This first part of the Personal Strategic Plan "Where am I now?" is an important part of those steps. This will be the basis of future goals and can help in plotting the course towards the fruition of those goals.

I've collected the important highlights on our previously submitted papers that can form part in answering where I am now. From the enneagram, genogram, external and internal factors they will all aid me in formulating my Personal Strategic Plan.      

Recreating where am I now is like a do it yourself house project. I am made up of different experiences that shaped me to what I have become. I am also made up of the different influences of my family members. I can also say that the important things that happened in my life also has exerted a tremendous influence in what I have become. Putting everything here is an important part of that realization as it will provide me a clearer picture of where I stand.

            I will be enumerating below the key learnings that I've had in the previous paper to illustrate a clear picture of where I am. Understanding the past is the key to planning for the future. The previous papers submitted will form part of the different steps needed to achieve the goals set in this paper.

Step 1

Enneagram

            In this paper I've learned to identify specific strengths that can help me achieve my goals. It also has the specific personalities that identify me. Likewise there are certain attributes that also work against me. My Enneagram showed three types with type 8 as the most dominant trait winged by a type 7 and followd by a type 1 personality. The Enneagram provides a unique set of information about ones self. Knowing the attributes akin to my personality type I can focus on utilizing my strengths and minimizing weaknesses. It can also a jumping board to develop ones character.

Type 8 Challenger/Leader

Strengths	Weaknesses
generally have powerful instincts	have a hard time lowering their defenses in intimate relationships
strong willed	prone to anger
strong physical appetites	domineering
Decisive	generous to a fault
Practical
Assertive
Energetic
Want to be self-reliant, to prove their strength and resist weakness, to be important in their world, to dominate the environment, and to stay in control of their situation  - https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/type-8/#sthash.OXXEIPAv.dpuf

Type 7 Enthusiast

Strengths	Weaknesses
Extroverted	Impatient
Optimistic	impulsive
Versatile	Prone to addiction
Playful	difficulty acknowledging the pain that others experience
High spirited
Want to maintain their freedom and happiness, to avoid missing out on worthwhile experiences, to keep themselves excited and occupied, to avoid and discharge pain https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/type-7/#sthash.V5L7yrXP.dpuf

Type 1 Reformer

Strengths	Weaknesses
conscientious and ethical	highly self- controlled
always striving to improve things	Dissatisfied with reality
Well-organized	Afraid of making a mistake
fine eye for detail
Want to be right, to strive higher and improve everything, to be consistent with their ideals, to justify themselves, to be beyond criticism so as not to be condemned by anyone https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/type-1/#sthash.bpUE7t1z.dpuf

Step 2

Genogram

            The Genogram shows our influences and our past. It will help us see patterns of behavior that we've inherited. They are widely used as a tool to map family relations, providing an overview of family relationships and patterns. This next step will provide me information regarding my past that will help me understand myself and how I react to different things. It could also help me understand habits and certain beliefs. This step cab help me make personal adjustments since I would know where I am coming from.

My Genogram showed the kind of influences my family has given me. Knowingly or unknowingly all of those influences contributed to who I am now. I actually had a hard time tracing our family tree because I really was not close to my relatives however as I began writing it I began to see a similarity and particular attributes that may indeed have affected me. The key insights for this activity will be shown below.

Key insights

we were taught the importance of education as a way to escape poverty

Time with the family is of paramount importance

displays of affection are not a sign of weakness.

value of courtesy and respecting people regardless of their stature in life.

Most of family members serve or served the government

Step 3

Movie Synopsis

            From the movie synopsis and Jc Campbell exercise one of the learnings was that our personal journey is also a process. The path to being a hero is peppered with challenges and after its hardest point is where the boon or learning will present itself. Knowing that helped me understand that as I go through life there will be challenges and they are always a part of our learning. That before reaching enlightenment or attaining our goals is where the trials will be hardest. Someone said that the moment we are about to quit is right before the miracles happen, so don't quit.

Step 4

Internal factors and External Factors that shaped me are an important part of achieving my Personal Strategic Plan.

Internal Factors

Optimism – helped me face trials in life

Ability to make friends – gave me the support I need especially in times of need

Inquisitiveness – taught me a lot about things and people

External Factors

Influence of my father and family – the existence of a family with very supportive parents helped me to be a well rounded person

PMA education and training – instilled in me perseverance despite the odds, provided me focus and determination

Discipline instilled by former bosses – helped develop my work ethic, improve my interpersonal skills, served as a model on leadership

Step 5

Defining moments

            Defining moments are important intersections of our lives. They are usually events that made us choose what we are now today. They are trials that tested our character and forced us to make adjustments in our lives. It is important to understand since it provides us information on how people decide. My defining moments are listed below provides a glimpse to the trials I've gone through and how they shaped me.

first defining moment the learning was "foresight". It was knowing what was more beneficial in the long run. That youth is not an excuse for throwing the future. Learning the value of hardwork to put food in the table grounded me and taught me the value of work and anticipating what tomorrow may bring

second moment it taught me to study my craft and take it seriously. That knowledge is a key component of any profession and that success is anchored in competence

third defining moment taught me that leadership is not just about taking care of others but also taking care of one's self.

fourth defining moment taught me the importance of direction. Leadership cannot just be about mission accomplishment and welfare of the men. There must always be a guiding principle or direction that will eventually improve the human state.

Where am I going?

            The next step to my Personal Strategic Plan is to identify specific objectives that will ultimately change me and develop me to become better. Those goals will cater to my Personal and Leadership goals, Relationships (family and friends), Organization, and Community. I have identified specific goals to come up with action oriented first steps to get me going. In the military our leadership is not a career but our way of life. Our decisions as a leader affect our families and friends. They are inevitably intertwined to the choices we make as a leader.

Personal Goals

	Goals	Steps required
Physical	Increased stamina Healthier Body	Continue regular exercise Watch diet Join a triathlon Get enough sleep
Spiritual	Improve relationship with God	Pray more by devoting specific time
Arts/music	Improve photography skills Learn wind instruments like flute, clarinet or saxophone	Read photography books and attend refresher seminars on photography Buy an instrument and learn to read the notes
Culture	Learn new culture and understand other people	Travel Europe, Africa and revisit Switzerland Start saving

SWOT Analysis
Strength      Discipline      Inherently Active	Weakness      Previous injuries
Opportunities      Sports facilities are readily available	Threats      Regularly shuttles from Manila- Cebu, hence consistency      Time constraints

Relationship Goals

	Goals	Steps required
Family	Spend more time with family	Go home to Manila on a regular basis Travel with family more
Parents and siblings	Improve relationship with parents and reconnect with siblings	Make regular additional visits to my parents Find time to meet siblings at least once a month
Friends	Reconnect with friends	Talk to friends and agree on meeting on a regular basis Make phone calls to check on them once in a while

SWOT Analysis
Strength    Enjoys the company of family      Close family ties	Weakness     Personal availability
Opportunities     Rest of the family lives near each other	Threats      Regularly shuttles from Manila- Cebu, hence consistency      Time constraints

Organization Goals

	Goals	Steps required
Personnel (military and civilian)	Look after their welfare and improve their quality of life	Aggressively seek for their promotions and training
Clients	Improved Info Communication services	Proactive measures in surveys to better address requirements
Organization	Improve operational and efficiency levels	Dialogue with end users to get feedback Start planning for eventual expansion

SWOT Analysis
Strength  Enjoys the trust of my men In a leadership position, can readily affect change	Weakness     Lack of funds to support objectives
Opportunities   Good relationship with other Telecom Companies	Threats    Rapid technological advances limits capabilities of present equipment

Leadership Goals

	Goals	Steps required
Skill/Competence	Improve skills and capabilities	Attend training and seminars especially on new technologies
Judgement/Decision making	Make sound judgements especially on cases/complains and operational matters	Gather more information prior to making a decision Listen more
Communication/Relationship	Effectively communicate objectives and policies	Dialogue with men on a regular basis Provide feedback mechanism

SWOT Analysis
Strength  Inherently good with people Enjoys learning	Weakness     Likes to do many things at the same time     Lack of focus
Opportunities   Availiability of good schools in cebu (AGSB)	Threats   Conflict with work    Increasing cost of education

Community Goals

	Goals	Steps required
Volunteer work	Start doing volunteer work	Hook up with cause oriented institutions
Charitable works	Increase participation in charitable works	Regularly support an orphanage
Community Development	Involvement in Community activities	Attend regular meetings of the community

SWOT Analysis
Strength  Inherently good with people  Sociable	Weakness     Does not familiarize with neighbors
Opportunities   Mother is very involved in community and church work	Threats   Conflict with work   Time constraints

How do I get there?

Below are the different steps I need to undertake to accomplish my Personal Strategic Plan, there are further questions that serve as check and balance as I go through with my plan.

Steps to take	Better time management – the Personal strategy Plan will really involve sacrifice and time is the hardest to find. Because of this I will prioritize better time management so I could provide ample time to my goals. This will also help me achieve a better work-life balance. Improve relationships around me – the goals maybe personal but most of the objectives will require help and information from other people. Building good bridges with others is the key in getting that help and information. As one's social network expands so is his access to a variety of things and information Better personal fiscal policy – with the different objectives in my plan, I've got to be smart with my money. Spending is okay as long as it is really needed and will accomplish a purpose. Lavish spending or worse spending unnecessarily should be altogether avoided to help generate funds that could support the new requirements stated in the plan. Ask and Explore – going out and learning to question will help me identify new things that could improve me and my organization. Since I am in a technology based organization, it would be a plus if I am exposed to shifts in technology that would ultimately affect the way we do things.
What will your life feel when your plan is working?	When the plan is working everything I do will be aligned in achieving that goal. I will be taking great strides in achieving my goals. An example would be better management of my finances would help support the cost of buying a clarinet or a saxophone which is really expensive. Things will probably be in a good balance. Healthy eating and regular exercise would keep me away from sickness and help me find more time to achieve my goals.
How does it feel when you're not in balance? How do you know you are drifting out of balance?	A good indicator of that would probably my finances. Uncontrolled spending would veer me away from my goals. Another indicator if I am drifting out of balance would be missed deadlines for work. It means that proper disposition has not been given to a particular project and with less time to work on it eventually gets delayed. An upset in the balance would also delay not only specific goals but the totality of the personal strategic plan
What steps will you take when you identify that you are getting out of balance?	Feedback mechanisms are important so that regression can be readily identified and addressed. Be it personal or work related I will be putting up feedback mechanisms to gauge the success of my efforts and detect regression and inefficiency. An example would be maintaining a database of my personal finance will help me track my expenses and warn me if I'm off the track. Regular dialogues with my men will also help me identify concerns to continue improve my organization. An example would be the female soldiers assigned to my organizations, since assigning female soldiers to operational units, leaders of those organizations must be able to adapt to support the requirements of having women serve their organizations in a 24 hour basis. Dialogue with them is a great tool in knowing firsthand how to address those concerns.

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