Dimitris Yang
Warren Woods Tower High School
Youth leadership is a characteristic that all teens need. It’s essential in the lives of ones who don’t have anyone to look up to. Leadership is a process of getting things done through people. Leaders take authority, responsibility, and make strategic decisions. Like a quarterback for example. The quarterback calls the plays, leads the players, and receives much of the credit for a victory. Everyone relies on a leader to get the job done. Without one, there will be no achievements, success, or accomplishments.
Many people may ask, “What does it take to be a leader?” Youth leaders are role models. They set the example for those who follow. Youth leaders should have, or develop these character traits. They should be honest because everyone depends on a leader. We all believe in whatever a leader says. A leader should be competent or knowledgeable because experience builds a person up into being a leader. They should be an expert at what they do and be proficient. Great leaders are made by experience. Time plays a major role in the development of a leader. Great leaders are made, not born. All of these traits should fit an effective leader.
The community is the perfect place to start developing the skills needed to become a leader. Starting in the community can help a person be familiar with the types of obstacles a leader deals with on a daily basis. Taking initiative involving the issues in communities is something individuals can do to take leadership. Things like violence prevention programs and substance abuse prevention programs can impact a life significantly. Some other things we can do to build up our leadership are to inform others about your purpose. As youth leaders, we should not stand back and watch. We should be the ones humbling ourselves and serving others instead of letting others do the job for us. Do not place yourself in a higher standard than others.
In my life, youth leadership has taken a great role. I’m really not much of a leader. I’m still striving and trying to discover my own talents and potential. Youth leaders are often looked down upon because of their age and experiences. We shouldn’t be discouraged by that because we as the youth can lead the wise as well. Although it may be intimidating, older folks like hearing from the younger generation as well. I’ve come a long way in becoming a youth leader, but I still have another journey ahead of me. Everyday I learn new things that help contribute to improve my leadership role. I have to admit, it is difficult being a leader, and one who many people look up to, but at the end of the day, the things I do could has the potential to turn a life around.
In conclusion, a youth leader is someone who is courageous. Youth leaders are not afraid of what comes next. We as teenagers should take initiative and make a difference in our communities. It doesn’t have to be in the community. We can all start somewhere small like an individual or a group of young people, teaching them about the harms of substance abuse or gun violence. Who knows? It may even plant a seed in one of them and build them up into becoming a great leader. So, as young adults, we must be aware of the issues amongst our surroundings, become a leader and change lives.
Warren Woods Tower High School
Youth leadership is a characteristic that all teens need. It’s essential in the lives of ones who don’t have anyone to look up to. Leadership is a process of getting things done through people. Leaders take authority, responsibility, and make strategic decisions. Like a quarterback for example. The quarterback calls the plays, leads the players, and receives much of the credit for a victory. Everyone relies on a leader to get the job done. Without one, there will be no achievements, success, or accomplishments.
Many people may ask, “What does it take to be a leader?” Youth leaders are role models. They set the example for those who follow. Youth leaders should have, or develop these character traits. They should be honest because everyone depends on a leader. We all believe in whatever a leader says. A leader should be competent or knowledgeable because experience builds a person up into being a leader. They should be an expert at what they do and be proficient. Great leaders are made by experience. Time plays a major role in the development of a leader. Great leaders are made, not born. All of these traits should fit an effective leader.
The community is the perfect place to start developing the skills needed to become a leader. Starting in the community can help a person be familiar with the types of obstacles a leader deals with on a daily basis. Taking initiative involving the issues in communities is something individuals can do to take leadership. Things like violence prevention programs and substance abuse prevention programs can impact a life significantly. Some other things we can do to build up our leadership are to inform others about your purpose. As youth leaders, we should not stand back and watch. We should be the ones humbling ourselves and serving others instead of letting others do the job for us. Do not place yourself in a higher standard than others.
In my life, youth leadership has taken a great role. I’m really not much of a leader. I’m still striving and trying to discover my own talents and potential. Youth leaders are often looked down upon because of their age and experiences. We shouldn’t be discouraged by that because we as the youth can lead the wise as well. Although it may be intimidating, older folks like hearing from the younger generation as well. I’ve come a long way in becoming a youth leader, but I still have another journey ahead of me. Everyday I learn new things that help contribute to improve my leadership role. I have to admit, it is difficult being a leader, and one who many people look up to, but at the end of the day, the things I do could has the potential to turn a life around.
In conclusion, a youth leader is someone who is courageous. Youth leaders are not afraid of what comes next. We as teenagers should take initiative and make a difference in our communities. It doesn’t have to be in the community. We can all start somewhere small like an individual or a group of young people, teaching them about the harms of substance abuse or gun violence. Who knows? It may even plant a seed in one of them and build them up into becoming a great leader. So, as young adults, we must be aware of the issues amongst our surroundings, become a leader and change lives.
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