Modern leaders are adaptive people. They empower employees to be their best. They learn to share responsibilities and guide their followers. In my studies in Leadership, I have learned that leadership cannot be easily defined by the traits of leaders — but more by the actions they take.

I have spent most of my career as a follower, working with leaders to enact policies and create content for varying audiences. In that time, I’ve developed a strong affinity for follower-focused leadership practices. Leaders are best when they remove barriers and allow their followers to succeed in their own way.

Now in the middle era of my career, and in a leadership role, I seek to apply the same follower-centric philosophy. Self-awareness is a vital part of being a modern leader — understand your strengths and weaknesses and work to build trust with followers through them.

Below are resources collected thus far in my coursework. They provide a reference to my emerging leadership journey — and where it might take me in the future.