A Peeking • Ashley North

• November 5, 2021
at my • OGL482
Personality • Kenneth J. Willmott, JD, CPA
 Introduction
The decisions we make and the actions we take exemplify our
core values. Core values lay the foundation for an individual’s
morals. These values derive from childhood yet are reinforced by
life experiences and culture. In the following sections of my
Thematic Analysis, I will explore 10 “themes” of both my
professional career and personal life.
 • To begin my research process, I
gathered my assorted data
sources.
• I began reviewing the various
assessments I have taken
Research throughout this course along with
previous Organizational Leadership

Process and
courses.
• Through thorough evaluation of
my data, I established an
Methods understanding of patterns.
• These patterns enabled me to
group similarities and develop
coding.
• Altogether, the process allowed
me to identify my top 10 themes.
My Data Sources
The data used in my Thematic
Analysis was acquired from
personal experiences,
professional development,
and the numerous courses I
have taken at ASU as part of
my Organizational Leadership
program.
 • Three Questions (3Qs) - This assignment
encompassed three questions developed by
Rev. Michael Himes asking questions that
made me think critically about what gives
me joy, what am I good at, and what the
world needs me to do.
• Identities Exercise (IE) - The identities

Data
exercise enabled me to identify how various
roles influence my perspective.
• Values and Dreams Checklist (VD) - The
values checklist allowed me to identify the
10 values that I deemed most important.

Sources
Once these were identified, I was to cross
them off, one by one until only one
remained. The dreams checklist exercise
had me express my top dreams and desires
while prioritizing my “top 5”.
• Life Story Personal Narrative (LSPN) - This
exercise allowed me to reflect on my life
story from birth to the present day. The
goal of this assignment was to recognize
major themes that have remained
throughout my life.
 • Kuder Assessments Including:
• Kuder Career Interests Assessment
(KCIA) - This assessment uses an array
of questions to identify my highest
career interests.
• Kuder Skills Confidence Assessment

Data
(KSCA) - This assessment uses an array
of questions to identify my strongest
skills and the highest areas of interests.
• Super’s Work Values Inventory-revised

Sources
(SWVI) - This assessment uses an array
of questions to identify my top work
values.
• Big Five (BF) - Through a series of
questions, this assessment helped me
identify aspects of my personality across
five broad domains: Openness to
experience, Conscientiousness,
Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Natural
Reactions.
 • Conflict Styles Inventory (CSI) - Through
the utilization of a “10-point” rating scale, I
was asked a string of questions that helped
to understand how I respond to five major
styles of conflict: Accommodating,
Compromising, Integrating, Avoiding, and

Data
Dominating.
• ASU Major and Career Quiz (MCQ) - This
quiz helped me to discover if my major and

Sources
career path matched my interests and
passions.
• Motivation and Career Anchor Assessment
(MCAA) - This assessment helped me in
determining factors in everyday work life
that I find crucial and may not be willing to
give up. I was provided useful insight to
make appropriate career choices that will
enable me to obtain a satisfying work
environment.
 • This section showcases
my top 10 themes.
My 10 These themes define
Themes who I am and provide
an insight into what
motivates me.
My 10 Themes
2. I enjoy
1. My life revolves
challenging myself 3. I value the little 4. I enjoy learning
around my
and exiting my things in life new skills
education
comfort zone

7. I like having
5. I enjoy leading 6. I enjoy working 8. Helping others
direction when
others with others learn and grow
working

9. I enjoy working
10. Finding things
in an organization
that bring me a joy
that values its
in life
employees
 Theme 1: Education
Theme Statement:
• Every decision I make is made with my educational goals in mind
Supporting Data:
• I want to prove to myself I can overcome obstacles and challenges (LSPN)
• I would like to set an example for my future children that anything is
possible when you set your mind to it (LSPN)
• “Knowing that I did not apply myself at community college, I became
determined to prove that I could be a straight-A student” (LSPN)
• I am extremely self-disciplined (BF)
 Theme 1: Education (Continued)
Supporting Data:
• I would like to be a first-generation graduate (LSPN)
• I strive to achieve goals put forth of me (BF)
Contradictory Evidence:
• I become very sensitive to stress and have breakdowns when I feel I may
not be able to overcome a hurdle out forth of me (BF)
Reflection:
• At the moment, my schooling and education is my priority. The decisions I
make in both my personal and professional life are with my educational
goals in mind. Each day I strive to prove that I am capable of achieving my
goals which will one day be acquired by my children.
 Theme 2: Challenge
Theme Statement:
• I have found that when I am not challenged, I begin to lose interest. While I
feel most comfortable in the areas that highlight my strengths, I now
recognize the importance of being challenged to promote growth.
Supporting Data:
• I enjoyed the challenge of learning the daily tasks accompanied with
operating a farm (LSPN)
• I would like to open a pet store to assist in educating pet parents (VD)
• I enjoy solving problems through the use of originality, expressiveness, and
intuition (KSCA)
• It brings me joy when I can seek out risk and adventure (BF)
 Theme 2: Challenge (Continued)
Supporting Data:
• Seeking activities that work towards personal or organizational goals (MCQ)
• One of my greatest strengths is determination. When I set a goal, nothing
gets in my way of achieving it to my fullest potential (3Q)
Contradictory Evidence:
• According to the Super’s Work Inventory-Revised assessment, I have
medium to low interest in being challenged at work (SWVI)
Reflection:
• I have developed an understanding that to grow as an individual I need to
step outside my comfort zone. By taking part in new challenges and
learning opportunities I can learn new things and challenge myself.
 Theme 3: The Little Things
Theme Statement:
• I appreciate the little moments that life has offered me while creating
everlasting memories.
Supporting Data:
• I embrace the quality relationships that I have with others (VD)
• While I was not on the farm for long and I continually worked hard, I will
forever cherish the memories I made (LSPN)
• I like taking adventures as they produce memories of joy and happiness
while allowing me to explore the world (VD)
• Getting a job at 15 was no easy task; however, it enabled me to purchase
my first car which I will always hold near and dear to my heart (LSPN)
Theme 3: The Little Things (Continued)
Supporting Data:
• While my family could not afford to send me to a 4-year college, they have
always supported my dreams and desires (LSPN)
• I was hesitant to return to school after so long but with the help of the
Starbucks SCAP (Starbucks College Achievement Plan) program, I can take
one step closer to making my dreams a reality.
Contradictory Evidence:
• The natural reaction section of my Big Five assessment highlights my
tendency to be quick in my reactions. This can produce a sense of
overwhelming stress which may inhibit my ability to embrace beautiful
moments in life.
Theme 3: The Little Things (Continued)
Reflection:
• Appreciating and recognizing others and the opportunities given to me
have always been important. Valuing the little things in life continues to
provide me with a purpose in life. I need to learn to let go of certain
stressors in life and embrace the moment.
 Theme 4: Learning New Skills
Theme Statement:
• One of the many things I enjoy in life is learning new skills. I feel there is a
need to develop new skills with room to perfect them. I believe it is never
too late to learn something new if you are willing to put in the effort.
Supporting Data:
• Over the years I have had the opportunity to develop new skills throughout
the various positions I have carried. I have worked in customer service, as a
chiropractic assistant, and gained vast knowledge of dogs’ health and
wellness. (LSPN)
• I feel as though personal development is an important value (VD)
• Working on a farm brought me a variety of skills I never thought I would develop
(LSPN)
Theme 4: Learning New Skills (Continued)
Supporting Data:
• Enterprising (E): Interest in activities that include working to achieve
economic gain as well as personal or organizational goals. Confident in
persuasive, leadership, sales, and entrepreneurial skills. Solves problems by
using social influence, control, and traditional beliefs. (KSCA)
• Conventional (C): Interest in activities that include ordering data, keeping
records, and applying established guidelines. Confident in computational,
clerical, and business system skills. Solves problems by following
established rules, practices, and procedures and by looking to authorities
for advice and counsel. (KCIA)
• Entrepreneurial Creativity: The individual with an entrepreneurial anchor
has a strong need to create a new business, the motivation to overcome
obstacles, the willingness, and the courage to run risks, and the desire for
personal gain and recognition for what is accomplished (MCAA).
Theme 4: Learning New Skills (Continued)
Contradictory Evidence:
• According to the Big 5 Personality assessment, I lack openness to
experience; however, I believe this is not a reflection of my openness to
new experiences and learning new skills. (BF)
Reflection:
• I continually seek learning opportunities in everything that I do. There are
times when I do not realize a learning opportunity is present because of its
challenges but when I reflect on the situation, I can identify a new skill that
was either learned or reinforced.
 Theme 5: Leading Others
Theme Statement:
• Whether it is at work or in my personal life, I enjoy leading others. I find it
to be a part of who I am as an individual.
Supporting Data:
• I scored very high in my ability to show assertiveness: speak out, take
charge and direct the activities of others (BF)
• Managerial Competence: The key motivations for people anchored in
managerial competence are advancement up the corporate ladder to
higher levels of responsibility, growing opportunities to serve in a position
of leadership, increasing contribution to the overall success of the
organization, and a long-term opportunity for high income and estate-
building. (MCAA)
 Theme 5: Leading Others (Continued)
Supporting Data:
• I would like to open a pet store to assist in educating pet parents while
providing employees with opportunities for growth and achievement (VD)
• Social (S): Interest in activities that include working to inform, develop,
heal, and teach other people. Confident in developing and growing human
relationships. (MCQ)
• In my values checklist I selected responsibility and accountability as part of
my top 10 values. I feel as though these values are of importance to a role
in leadership (VD)
• With my previous experience as a leader, I know that I genuinely enjoy
providing others with a sense of leadership (LSPN)
 Theme 5: Leading Others (Continued)
Contradictory Evidence:
• Although I did not highlight my leadership roles in my personal narrative, I
enjoy leading others , creating a team, and helping them develop new skills.
Reflection:
• As a leader, I do my best to set an example for others to follow. I try to lead
with integrity while remaining humble.
 Theme 6: Working With Others
Theme Statement:
• Collaboration is very important as a leader. Understanding how others think
and working effectively with others is a prime example of an excellent
leader.
Supporting Data:
• According to the Big Five assessment, I am friendly, work well with others,
and enjoy direct leadership roles. (BF)
• Scoring high in extraversion, I am outgoing and actively look for the
company of people. (BF)
• When it comes to conflict I prefer to compromise or integrate our ideas. I
do not like to avoid the situation, nor do I like to have a dominating
demeanor. (CSI)
Theme 6: Working With Others (Continued)
Supporting Data:
• I enjoy being around open and honest individuals (VD)
• I embrace the quality relationships that I have with others (VD)
• Social (S): Interest in activities that include working to inform, develop,
heal, and teach other people. Confident in developing and growing human
relationships (MCQ)
Contradictory Evidence:
• According to the Super’s Work Inventory-Revised assessment, colleagues
are of least importance to me. While I enjoy working with others, I know
that not everyone is going to like me, therefore, I can not let this hinder my
position. (SWVI)
Theme 6: Working With Others (Continued)
Reflection:
• Working with others not only allows me to learn new skills but understand
others’ perspectives. I feel as though working with others is regarding
solving problems and being there for individuals in and outside of work.
 Theme 7: Sense of Direction
Theme Statement:
• I find it important as a leader to know my role and its correlating
responsibilities. I must stay organized while being aware of the
organizational goals and its vision so that I can achieve success.
Supporting Data:
• Two of my strengths are determination and multi-tasking (3Q)
• I look for stability regarding employment within an organization (MCAA)
• According to the Big Five assessment I scored high in Conscientiousness
which describes how organized, motivated, and thorough an individual is in
life and in pursuing goals. (BF)
• I have identified stability as an important value in my daily life (VD)
Theme 7: Sense of Direction (Continued)
Supporting Data:
• Conscientious individuals avoid trouble and achieve high levels of success
through purposeful planning and persistence. (BF)
• Conventional (C): Interest in activities that include ordering data, keeping
records, and applying established guidelines. Solves problems by following
established rules, practices, and procedures and by looking to authorities
for advice and counsel. (KSCA)
Contradictory Evidence:
• Looking over the data sources provided I could not find evidence that was
contradictory to this theme. I have always enjoyed organization and having
direction when working.
Theme 7: Sense of Direction (Continued)
Reflection:
• When I know and understand what I am doing I feel that I have a better
sense of my role; I can focus on others and make decisions more accurately
and quickly.
 Theme 8: Helping Others Grow
Theme Statement:
• As a leader I find it important to help others identify their values and
strengths. As I learn more about myself, I am better able to lead others to
self-discovery.
Supporting Data:
• While I may not have faced a difficult childhood as several others have, my
experience has taught me to always support those around me with their
journey (LSPN)
• I am confident in developing and growing relationships with others (MCQ)
• I tend to take others at face value while not being judgmental (BF)
• I value loyalty and integrity; therefore, I will always be there to guide and
support others (VD)
Theme 8: Helping Others Grow (Continued)
Supporting Data:
• I would like to open a pet store to assist in educating pet parents while
providing employees with opportunities for growth and achievement (VD)
• I am a tender-hearted and compassionate individual that feels the pain of
other vicariously (BF)
Contradictory Evidence:
• I could not find evidence that was contradictory to this theme. I have
always enjoyed helping others to grow and find self-discovery.
Reflection:
• Throughout my life I have always been devoted to helping others which led
me on the career path to leadership. As I continue this path, I hope to help
several others while being a positive influence and role model.
 Theme 9: Supportive Employer
Theme Statement:
• I find that having a sense of belonging and appreciation is important in the
workplace.
Supporting Data:
• I feel as though companies should be transparent with the employees
regarding organizational changes that could implant their personal life
(LSPN)
• I feel as though there is a healthy balance between work and personal life
(MCAA)
• I find that ethical practice is one of the most important factors in running
an organization (VD)
Theme 9: Supportive Employer (Continued)
Supporting Data:
• Having an uplifting and motivational work environment is important to
creating a culture (SWVI)
• I am a sincere persona and feel as though employees should also practice
being candid, frank, and genuine (BF)
• I have found that I appreciate when leaders are appreciative of their
employee’s hard work and achievement (SWVI)
Contradictory Evidence:
• I could not find evidence that was contradictory to this theme. Having
worked for an employer that did not practice transparency and lacked
appreciation for its team members, I find this to be an important value
within organizations.
Theme 9: Supportive Employer (Continued)
Reflection:
• Being part of an organization that recognizes and values its employees is
extremely important to me. I don’t need to receive awards; however, it is
always nice to have a superior that acknowledge your contributions. As a
leader, I try to recognize team members’ hard work and commitment.
 Theme 10: The Joys of Life
Theme Statement:
• There are more important things in life than earning a paycheck. If there is
one thing that I have leaner over the years is that money can not buy
happiness.
Supporting Data:
• Caring for my dog and taking care of my loved one brings me joy (3Q)
• I enjoy using my creativity in making crafts and woodworking (3Q)
• While it has its moments of frustration, the game of golf has brought me a
tremendous amount of joy and relaxation (3Q)
• The ability to have a work-life balance brings me joy because it enables me
to spend more time with the ones I love (SWVI)
Theme 10: The Joys of Life (Continued)
Supporting Data:
• The ability to travel and see the world brings me great joy (VD)
• I get overwhelmed with joy when my expectations are surpassed (LSPN)
Contradictory Evidence:
• While the Big Five assessments shared that I can be moody or quick to
anger, I do not feel as though this plays a factor in what brings me joy in life;
therefore, I could not find evidence that was contradictory to this theme.
Reflection:
• There are more important things in life than money. From making a decent
living to working minimum wage, I have leaner over the years is that money
can not buy happiness. What brings happiness are the loved ones that
surround us and the hobbies we enjoy partaking in.
 My Personal Vision
Statement:
“I am committed to setting a
positive example in everything I
do. Through my values and
actions, I will demonstrate
outstanding leadership skills in
both my professional and
personal life.”

My Personal Mission
Statement:
My goal is to demonstrate that
anything is possible if you set your
mind to it. The decisions I make in
life are focused on developing a
life committed to health and
happiness. I find the most joy in
doing the things I love and being
with my family. I recognize that
maintaining a balance in my life is
as important as responsibility,
integrity, empathy, work ethic,
and growth.
Developing my personal mission
statement was much more difficult
than I imagined. Through
assessment of my 10 themes, I
found that my education, love for
my family, supporting others, and
my hobbies were of importance. As
I thought of these themes I realized
that I have made it this far in life
with determination and pursuit to
achieve my goals. I oftentimes
become hyper-focused on goals or
aspirations that I lost sight of the
things that are important to me.
This process has taught me that
having a balance in life is crucial.
 In conclusion, this assignment has
been challenging yet rewarding
for me. The process has allowed
me to reflect on what is
important to me as a significant
other, daughter, co-worker, and
leader. I have been able to think
about my studies and rediscover
myself through this assignment
Conclusion and the selection of themes. I
have found that my values are
present in my actions and
decision-making while
incorporating them into my
personal and professional life. My
family, alongside integrating a
work-life balance, and building
positive relationships with those
around me continues to be a
force of drive for me.
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