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Name: Kalimah Priforce
All Action Items For Command
 
Affirming Command as A Signature Theme
You see what needs to be done, and you are willing to say so.You are willing to go into a confrontation and argue because youknow that what is right will prevail, and confrontations often helpget things moving.You can jump into a conflict, crisis, or emergency and take chargeof the situation.Other people may be threatened, offended, or put off by thepower you can command, but most wish they had some of yourtalents.Command talents are valuable because they help you positivelyimpact other people. You can help people and entire organizationsget through difficult times and make substantive changes in themidst of chaos.
Developing Command Talents Into Strengths
Seek roles in which you will be asked to persuade others.Consider whether selling might be a good career for you.You don't shy away from confrontation. Practice the words, thetones, and the techniques that will turn your ability to confrontinto real persuasiveness.In your relationships, seize opportunities to speak plainly anddirectly about sensitive subjects. Your close friends may welcomeand appreciate your unwillingness to hide from the truth.Help your friends and coworkers succeed by encouraging them tomake commitments and follow through.Find a cause you believe in and support it. You might discoveryourself at your best when defending a cause in the face of resistance.Ask the hard questions that help others face reality.Overcome obstacles. They can be motivating for you.Take control of situations you feel you can handle. If you fail,admit you were wrong, but don't give up (or blame others).
Applying Command Strengths In Academics
General Academic Life
Ask probing and pointed questions during discussions and lecturesby professors. Realize that your questioning mind acceleratesyour learning.Take charge of your learning. Play the lead role in shaping your
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degree or certification plan. Refuse to leave these decisions to anadvisor.Challenge facts presented in textbooks, the media, and classpresentations. Critique your instructors and classmates. Searchfor the truth.Demand that professors continue discussions begun in class.Remind them that your tuition partially pays their salaries if theybalk at your office visits.
Study Techniques
Join study groups known for arguing about ideas, theories, andproblems.Use your Command strengths to clarify rather than intimidate.Understand that some clear-thinking individuals may becomeflustered under pressure.Give frank feedback to instructors on what you like and dislikeabout their class in general, and about their assignments inparticular.Develop hypotheses and thesis statements that you must defendin writing or oral presentations. Recognize that you are moreengaged when you must build a case to support your ideas.Play devil's advocate -- that is, argue the opposing view -- forfun. Warn people that you are apt to draw them into debates forexcitement.
Relationships
Assume the leadership role in groups, especially when you haveknowledge, skills, expertise, and experience others lack.Notice which classmates rely on you to ask the professorquestions. Provide this service for those who are intimidated bythe instructor's knowledge or demeanor.Study your mannerisms, vocal tone, and content of yourmessages when talking with authority figures. Pinpoint how youpresent yourself as a person worthy of their time and undividedattention.Explore ways that you can serve others by giving orders andmaking demands. Identify individuals who are comfortable andcontent following your lead.
Class Selection
Select classes that require you to plan your own curriculum.Acknowledge your desire to make your own academic decisions.Take classes in which you are expected to voice your opinions,argue, draw conclusions, take sides, and make recommendations.Choose classes taught by instructors who take a position anddemand that students challenge it.Enroll in courses with professors who are secure enough towelcome your combative learning style.
Extracurricular Activities
Gravitate to organizations in which you can envision yourself being a key decision maker.
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