I believe that
life is about improvement. Consequently, I believe in the values of realism and
honesty. I emphasise the value of realism for I believe in representing a
situation as it is. Objectively speaking, a complete picture of the situation
enables one to assess the circumstances with the most accuracy and take the
most appropriate action to approach one’s goal. Furthermore, acknowledging the
existence of one’s weaknesses is the first step towards eliminating it. Realism
is critical to the betterment of the system.
Honesty is
a facet of moral character that connotes truthfulness and integrity. Realism
cannot exist without truthfulness, neither can actions taken for the betterment
of society be executed without integrity from those working towards the noble
goal. I believe that in a project when my responsibility constitutes an element
of a bigger system, the most logical and effective way to play my part in the
system is to fulfil my responsibility in that particular element and, first and
foremost, to act within my jurisdiction. A right-hand should not function as
the brain nor should the brain function as the right-hand. Accomplishing the
objectives within one’s domain will best achieve the team objective. It aligns
with my belief in improvement when we work for the right cause.
These
values have influenced the way I approach a problem and handle my
relationships, defining my individuality as well as the perception that others
have of me. I have become trustworthy. As a subordinate, I am an individual
whom others can rely on to accomplish the tasks within my area of expertise and
responsibility. I am also one for them to turn to for constructive advice or
opinion. As a leader I have become an individual whom others can place their
faith in the fact that I would consider all elements to a problem before
deciding on a conclusion, taking the most appropriate course of action to meet
the ultimate objective.
My actions
in accordance to my values have placed me in conflicts with others to become
valuable life lessons with an equally important role in defining the person
that I am today. I am continuously learning to become more tactful in my manner
of speech such that my constructive criticisms can be delivered in an
acceptable manner to others. After all, I provide my criticisms with the
intention to improve things to the benefit of everyone around me.
