Developing Leaders | Origin: HQ110
This is a general discussion for the following learning topic:
High-Quality CTE Framework: Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) --> Developing Leaders
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
I learned that leadership development should start early--most adults don't get leadership training until their 40s, and CTSOs can give students a huge head start. Self-awareness is the foundation, and self-assessments help students understand their strengths and growth areas before they're thrown into leadership roles.
I plan to be more intentional about rotating leadership opportunities, not just relying on the same outgoing students. I also want to use self-assessments at the start of the year and debrief them with students so they can see a clear path for growth. And I need to give students room to make mistakes--if I'm always stepping in to fix things, they're not really learning.
one important avenue for CTSO leadership development is chapter officer training, which provides student officers with leadership strategies to take back and employ in their CTSO as well as in their future endeavors. Additionally, it helps advisors create a system of leadership within the CTSO so that students gradually take on more responsibility.
I learned that giving students leadership roles within the CTSO helps them take ownership of their learning and develop important career skills. When students lead meetings, organize events, or guide competition teams, they build confidence, communication, and responsibility.
