Textual Analysis Of Christian Business Leaders (CBL)
Christian Business Leaders (CBL) is a newer organization on campus. The spring 2016 semester is the second full semester that CBL has been on campus. Last semester, we held events and meetings, however, I believe that the first month of the spring semester, we have been able to take our organization to a whole new level. Many organizations are judged on purely how many members are within the organization,but, I believe a different set of standards should be placed. I believe that an organization should not be judged by how many people show up, I believe the value of the organization should be determined by how the people who show up feel when they leave.
The first meeting that CBL held this month was entitled; “A New Look on Leadership …show more content…
This event encouraged members to step outside of their comfort zone and perceive leadership in a new light. The workshop followed the Bible verse 1 Corinthians 12:14 which states “For the body does not consist of one member but of many.” During this workshop, that was led by Co-Meeting Director, Alex Sommer, each group of four was challenged to build the largest tower, which was to be made of tape, paperclips, and newspaper. However, there were some very interesting restrictions placed on each member of the group of four. The first member had to be blind folded and distribute the tape, the second member had to be listening to music, and had to place the newspaper. The third member, could not talk and had to use the paperclips. The fourth and final member of the group could not use their arms. In the 10 minutes allowed, the groups were challenged to build the tallest freestanding tower with these restrictions. This led many of the members out of their comfort zone and allowed for growth as a leader and as a team member. The point of the workshop was to maximize the potential of a team, each member must be in a position for them to best succeed. As a leader, truly understanding each individual member’s talents and abilities will allow a leader to properly form a role for them. Also, instead of focusing on what the individual and the leader’s team lack, it should give the opportunity to focus on what each member excels at. It also allows individuals to embrace those who are different from yourself. Without different talents and abilities, the team will not be as successful. The members of CBL were able to walk away with a new outlook on leadership after this
The first meeting that CBL held this month was entitled; “A New Look on Leadership …show more content…
This event encouraged members to step outside of their comfort zone and perceive leadership in a new light. The workshop followed the Bible verse 1 Corinthians 12:14 which states “For the body does not consist of one member but of many.” During this workshop, that was led by Co-Meeting Director, Alex Sommer, each group of four was challenged to build the largest tower, which was to be made of tape, paperclips, and newspaper. However, there were some very interesting restrictions placed on each member of the group of four. The first member had to be blind folded and distribute the tape, the second member had to be listening to music, and had to place the newspaper. The third member, could not talk and had to use the paperclips. The fourth and final member of the group could not use their arms. In the 10 minutes allowed, the groups were challenged to build the tallest freestanding tower with these restrictions. This led many of the members out of their comfort zone and allowed for growth as a leader and as a team member. The point of the workshop was to maximize the potential of a team, each member must be in a position for them to best succeed. As a leader, truly understanding each individual member’s talents and abilities will allow a leader to properly form a role for them. Also, instead of focusing on what the individual and the leader’s team lack, it should give the opportunity to focus on what each member excels at. It also allows individuals to embrace those who are different from yourself. Without different talents and abilities, the team will not be as successful. The members of CBL were able to walk away with a new outlook on leadership after this