Exploring the Context: Connecting With the Present

The three organization that I would like to be a part of are one Action for Autism – Delhi empower kids and adults with autism. From spreading awareness and influencing policy changes to finding better employment for people with autism, AFA is covering many grounds. Website: www.autism-india.org Two… Angloinfo in global expat network in Spain. I would like to also be a part of the community practice in the school for special needs children in Spain. I am a bilingual specking therapist and I would be able to help the community practice translate the needs and wands of the organization. Website: http://spain.angloinfo.co Three…The Ronald McDonald House is an organization that helped me and my husband with a warm and inexpensive place to stay while my son was in the hospital that was an hour away. They are now located in more than 60 countries across the globe. Website: http://www.rmhc.org/about-us These organizations are involved with the well-being of the children and their families. By being a part of the community practice I will be able to use my talents and education. Their mission statement is in line with my interest of help children who have special needs and sensory issues. The job that I would like to obtain is in India. I would like to relocate to the area because I feel the needs are great at this location. I feel that I would be able to use my knowledge to further their programs. Delhi, India Sr. Relationship Manager Corporate Engagements Skills and experience I would need to fulfill the job is, To understand mandate for corporate engagement, identify suitable partners and ensure smooth implementation of the volunteering event. Website: www.autism-india.org References Action for Autism – Delhi www.autism-india.org Angloinfo in global expat network in Spain http://spain.angloinfo.co The Ronald McDonald House http://www.rmhc.org/about-us

Sate and Local Organizations

The three organizations that I have chosen are NAEYC, Carmelite Home and Boys and Girls club. I choose these organization because in each I will be able to help children and their families to reach goals that will encourage them to continue to move forward. In each organization I will need leadership and communication skills and I will also need have organization skills that will help me to stay on top of the latest resources that will help the organization get stronger. Looking on the web-site there are many position open that will help me to obtain a job that will help families and the children.

Adjourning

In the meeting or conferences that I attended the adjourning was always on a strong note. The person who hosted the meeting would give some encouraging words. Many times as you were adjourned I felt that I needed to act on thoughts or I felt as though I was making a difference in someone life. The group that is hardest to leave are those who have built strong line of communication and trust. The group of colleagues in my bachelors program was hard to leave because of the bond we formed. I still keep in touch with a few. Adjourning from my colleagues at the end of our master degree journey I hope will not be the last time we speak. My colleagues and instructors have been a blessing to me. They have been very encouraging and up lifting.

Nonviolent Communication

In the month of July, I had a disagreement with my CEO. The situation made the atmosphere very tense. If I would have had this class the situation may have ended on a better note. I would have used the 3R’s to handle this conflict. One strategy I could have used was to allow for the situation to cool down and the second strategy I should have allowed her to explain her reason for her actions. I was very upset with a situation, which involved another employee. Because of the CEO’s approach, I expressed my thoughts strongly. I should have thought things through and approached her from a different angle. I made my thoughts well known and I did not back down. It ended where we agreed to disagree. However, the tension was still present. So my colleagues how would you have handle the situation?

Becoming a Strong Communicator

In my communications class I took an assessment for Communication Anxiety Inventory, Verbal Aggressiveness and Listening Styles. I found that I scored moderate in all three. I had my coworker evaluate me and with her my score was higher. She feels that I am a strong communicator and that I can influence the audience. I do not see this in myself. I thought my listening skills were stronger than what I scored and it is something I truly feel is important factor in communication. The insight I learned about myself is that I am concerned about what I say to others so that I will not offend anyone. I also learned my listening skills need to improve. Listening and communicating are so important when, I as a professional, speak to the parents. Listening to their concern and needs are important gaining their trust and helping the situation. Listening one of the main ingredients to building strong relationships with the families; therefore I have to build my skills in order to be effective.

Communication and Culture

Diversity is an issue we cannot escape. In every aspect of life we see diversity. In my studies I have learned that diversity is not just race but it is language, traditions, norms, foods and customs. Yes I defiantly communicate differently with different groups and cultures. My line of work I help children with developmental delays and I conduct house visits. My children are not older than 3. I speak to them on their level and use sign language. I teach them how to sign so that they can meet their needs. However, I do not sign to the parents I speak normal adult language. When I speak to my colleagues we speak in more medical and therapeutic terms. I am sure that in every day situation our manner in speaking to others changes so the lines of communication will stay open and become strong. Three strategies that I can us to help communicate more effectively with other one is to speak in a respectful manner. Know the audience you are speaking too and speak clear and honest.

Effective Communication

The person who demonstrates competent communication skills is President Obama. He exhibits clear and accurate words that all people understand. He does not use big fancy words; his words are understandable and motivational. He demonstrates the ability to speak appropriately and effective. I would like to model some of my communication behaviors after him because his style of communication encourages people to act and move projects forward. He speaks with confidence, assurance and has good eye contact. This style of communication is needed when speaking to parents or as I am training people for a particular job. It is very important to be effective so that people will feel secure and have trust in your words.