Week 9 – Blog Post: Self-Reflection

• What am I good at?

I am effective at working with others and establishing solid team relationships. My patience enables me to listen well, hear people out, and facilitate groups in reaching agreed-upon goals. According to Chamorro-Premuzic, Recent research shows that about 76% of organizations with more than 100 employees rely on assessment tools such as aptitude and personality tests for external hiring (01). I also possess a strong sense of order and accountability, enabling me to handle tasks professionally and assist others in project management.

• What do I value?

I am a firm believer in teamwork and collaboration. We all bring our special abilities and can make a difference if we all work together in a supportive setting. I also believe in learning and personal development, particularly learning that improves my communication and leadership skills.

• How did I get here?

I got interested in project management when I understood how much I like coordinating tasks and assisting individuals in collaboration. After learning that Oregon State had a project management discipline and an MECOP internship program, I felt like it was the perfect fit. That decision allowed me to dig more into this area and gain experience.

• Where am I going?

Continuing my path, I envision myself developing further in project management following graduation. I want to enhance my skills in leadership further, gain practical experience, and seek out positions that allow me to support teams and deliver practical projects. I aim to establish a purposeful and sustainable professional path in which I am challenged and enriched.

Works Cited

Chamorro-Premuzic, Tomas. “Ace the Assessment.” Harvard Business Review, July 2015, hbr.org/2015/07/ace-the-assessment.