I took lots of readings with me when I flew down to Australia and managed to do a little work - sometimes just 20 mins each day. I read a lot, but as my dad struggles to get internet signal (he lives on the side of a mountain) it was extremely difficult to do anything much other than reading. We also had lots of family up from Melbourne and I wasn't really feeling like working very much as it was such a sad time.
The university lecturer, Roy Crotty, was very understanding and offered me a two week extension. I really appreciated it, because even though I really wanted to get my assignment in on time with a two week trip to Australia -and then a 4 day P.D trip to Bangkok with the library team, it just wasn't possible.
I handed the assignment in last Tuesday and took two nights off. I start again tomorrow on the research for the next assignment.
I can't believe how interesting all this research is. I struggle with the deep theory - but I love all the readings. I have learnt so much and found the readings on leadership styles fascinating. I worked with a Coercive Leader for a few years - I tried everything to get her to understand she needed more empathy for people and didn't need to be so controlling. In the end I couldn't tolerate her total lack of consideration for others and changed jobs - I was really lucky to fall into my dream job and get a 50% pay rise into the bargain!! It all worked out so well for me and I am most appreciative of those people who gave me a chance to change roles within my school. The reason I got the job was because of my people skills. The reason my former boss was a poor leader was because of her lack of EQ and people skills.
I have worked out that I am an Affiliative Leader, but I can also make the tough decisions -so I am pretty happy with who I am. I have a fabulous team of 4 ladies who work in the library and it is a a very happy, harmonious work place.
I am truly lucky!!!
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