President Samuelson

1. President Samuelson warned of the dangers of waiting to serve until you are less busy.  Describe how you will make yourself available to serve, even in the midst of a ever increasing schedule and responsibilities.

This is something I have been thinking about and working on a lot lately. I still not think I have a sure answer, but I am improving. What I have realized makes the most difference is a change in mindset. When I think about there HERE and NOW, saying to myself that I am serving NOW it makes an incredible difference. I have notice that starting small and working your way up also makes a big difference and makes serving not quite as daunting with a busy schedule.

2. In sharing his experience in speaking at a funeral, President Samuelson encouraged those in attendance to have the courage to say what needs to be said, when it needs to be said.  Describe a time when you have had to stand alone in your role as a leader.  Please include how you will respond to future opportunities to stand alone as a leader.

I have had to stand alone many times in the type of media that I am comfortable viewing and listening to. It can be very difficult sometimes because I am with people that are members and understand the church standards so it can be intimidating. But by standing for what I believe and the standards I have I have noticed others respect for me and also seen them make changes because of my example and they have done the same for me in other areas. I hope to always have the courage to stand for what I believe in be that in social activities, work, school, play, etc. I think if I decide what I believe now and where I will not yield it will be easier to make those decisions to stand alone in the future.

3. President Samuelson shared an important lesson he learned about making assignments in his role as an Elders Quourm President.  Please identify what you believe made the difference in the outcome he described going from having to complete the assignment himself to having others take accountability.  How will you apply this concept to leadership roles you have in the future.

This is a huge thin BYUSA has taught me. Previously I had a very difficult time trusting others to get the job done and found it easier to do it myself. However, BYUSA has taught me the importance of delegation. By giving others opportunities to lead I also allow them learn, grow and discover their own capabilities. I also learn to lead leaders which is an incredible experience and I feel further develops my strengths as a leader. I hope to continue this idea of delegation and have the opportunity to see others develop and grow as leaders.