Above, you will find my leadership lens. It is not really a traditional lens for a few reasons. First of all, because there really is no such thing as a traditional lens. Second, because I could not get the picture above to not be sideways... so I supposed my lens itself is a "sideways lens." Third, because it is extremely lacking in cohesion. Because of this, with this blog post, I'm simply going to go through each of the points presented about and reflect on it.

1. A strong want to accomplish something on a worldly and service oriented level.

I think this statement is the foundation for the reason why I lead. Click this link: http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6046/6869765268_2c546ab4fe.jpg
I think I was one of those people. And I don't think I am every going to get rid of that thought. As I have grown older, I have been told a lot that I need to ground my life goals more... which leads me the next point on the poster...

2. "Those who urge you to be realistic generally want you to accept their version of reality."

This is probably my favorite quote of all time. I truly believe in trying to expand my vision and my world as much as possible, and I try to positively influence others to believe that they have the world and their fingertips as well.

3. Experiences

The Ohio Association of Student Councils: This is where the title of my blog came from, and this was the first time that I truly became a leader. I think that the transformational leadership skills that they provided me with at such a young age is something that I can never repay.

Community Service: Again, going along with my first point.

Traveling: Traveling is a true passion of mine. I think traveling is extremely addictive and the more I travel, the more I continue saving up to travel more. This and leadership goes hand in hand for me because my continuous travels fuel my continuous want to make an impact.

Freshman Orientation: This is THE most transformational leadership experience that I have ever had through Ohio State. It taught me the importance of a healthy mix of work and play, the importance of friendship in leadership,  and that I have a skill set that I did not know I had.

Performing Arts: Simply put, I have learned a lot about life and how to live as a more genuine individual through what I have learned in theater.

4. Always be fighting for the rights of people who are not able to fight for their own.

I am a strong believer in fighting for equality and that is what I want my life to go towards, either in educational equality or human rights.

5. Leadership is about bettering yourself and surrounding yourself by quality people.

You are who your friends are, and I look for my friends to be wholesome, generous, fun loving, service oriented leaders.

AND FINALLY...

6. LEADERSHIP IS ADVENTUROUS.

My leadership timeline has definitely been one of much courage and adventure resulting from it. I know this entry was brief, but I swear I will go much more in depth about some of these topics in future blog posts.

Make the World Better, 

ANOOJ