Canvas Vidhi Khandelwal ┃N01212164
Guiding Strokes.................................3 Personal Balanced Scorecard..............4 Emotional Intelligence.........................5 Coachee Reflection...............................6 Leadership Challenge.........................7-8 Leadership Development Plan..............9 Crafting Connections...........................10
EMPATHY HUMANITY I am Vidhi, and it is my mission to sketch a life of positive impact shaded with empathy, outlined by humanity, and a design of balance in life. BALANCE POSITIVITY
Key Roles FINANCIAL How I enhance financial management skills for personal and professional growth. OTHERS How can I strengthen relationships & be more available to their needs? Personal Objectives Save 20% of monthly full-time income Reduce Unnecessary Expenses Pay off Student loans Connect more with friends and family Be more available to their needs Be more social INTERNAL PROCESSES Consistency in workout routine Time spent on phone for non-work reasons Optimize time management LEARNING & GROWTH Enhance conflict management skills New task or skill learned Strengthen adaptability What are the critical internal processes, habits and routines that support my lifestyle How can I develop leadership and professional competencies. Personal Performance Measures Keep track of montly income saved Montly income budgeting & analysis Pay off 20% of student loan in first-6 months Number of times connecting with family/friends on the phone or in person Feedback from family/friends Number of social events attended Perform 5 1-hour workout sessions with trainer Track of time spent in social media weekly Tasks completed on schedule. Number of conflict situations effectively resolved with getting affected Certificates or skill learned in a year Number of new challenges embraced Canvas of Growth: Personal Balanced Scorecard My Personal Balanced Scorecard serves as a personal canvas, guiding my leadership path in the same way that I would create a painting. Each metric symbolizes a brushstroke in my development—whether it's managing my finances, strengthening relationships, or developing my skills. These measures will help me stay focused on my goals and reflect on my success. For example, by tracking my savings and student loan payments, I am painting my financial stability. Meanwhile, spending more time with friends and family enriches my social life in the same way that colours bring a picture alive. On the leadership front, honing my conflict management skills and accepting new challenges is like adding layers of texture to my professional development. Through this process, I'm continuously growing, changing, adapting, and ensuring that the ultimate image of my leadership journey reflects balance, progress, and purpose.
Empathy & Understanding Core EQ Competencies SelfAwareness SelfManagement Social Awareness Relationship Management Strengths Aware of my emotions as they arise, which helps me understand my reactions. Good at staying calm under pressure and managing stress effectively. Areas of Improvement Enhance self-reflection by journaling more regularly to track emotional patterns. Improve accountability by aligning actions more closely with my core values. Empathetic and able to understand others' feelings and perspectives. Work on being more attuned to nonverbal cues and body language during interactions. Improve conflict resolution skills, Have strong people skills and especially in difficult or tense situations. build trust with others easily. Action Plan: Enhance Emotional Intelligence Through Leadership as Art Over the next six months, I plan to engage in daily 10-minute journaling & reflecting sessions to enhance my emotional regulation and self-awareness. Review my actions and seek feedback, crucial for strengthening self-regulation and ensuring that my actions align with my values. Actively listen to conversations, understanding others' emotions and perspectives without interrupting, to enhance social awareness and empathy, ensuring everyone feels heard and understood. Continue honing my conflict management skills through interactions to improve relationship management, resolve conflicts effectively, and maintain positive team dynamics. Practice by volunteering to lead discussions or present ideas during team meetings to build confidence and enhance communication abilities.
My Coachee Journey My experience as a coachee throughout the coaching practices was like painting a canvas of self-discovery and growth. Strengthening my leadership skills—or any skill—is akin to creating art: it requires deliberate strokes, continuous refinement, and an openness to inspiration and critique. Early on, I recognized that effective learning comes from embracing self-reflection and responsibility for shaping my masterpiece rather than simply following a preset blueprint. The coaching process illuminated both the vibrant hues of my strengths and the shadowed areas that presented growth opportunities, occasionally uncovering details I had overlooked. In the first session, my coach’s gentle strokes of guidance encouraged me to take ownership of my learning. This empowered me to design practical steps for my personal and professional development. As the sessions progressed, I revisited my progress, adding layers of reflection to my work and deepening my understanding of emotional resilience. Each session was like adding new textures to the painting, allowing me to see how I managed challenges and recognize the nuances of healthy resolution. By the third session, the picture of my growth had become clearer, showcasing tangible improvements in my mindset and strategies. This iterative process of feedback and reflection was like stepping back to admire the evolving artwork, giving me the confidence to keep refining. Key takeaways I gained from the experience include the importance of self-awareness as the foundation of growth, the value of emotional resilience in navigating life’s complexities, and the necessity of proactive action to bring the vision to life. My coach’s thoughtful questions and supportive demeanour acted as guiding brushstrokes, but the process reaffirmed that the real artist of my growth is me. Moving forward, I intend to engage in regular self-reflection to refine my skills, practice mindfulness to stay attuned to my emotions and seek feedback as a way to sharpen my tools. I will continue to pursue development opportunities, using the palette of tools and strategies gained through coaching to enhance my leadership. This experience has laid the foundation for an ongoing masterpiece of learning and growth.
While facilitating the coaching session, I found myself unintentionally steering discussions toward my ideas. My role at different stretches required me to foster creativity and collaboration, yet my actions risked stifling input from another person or team. Recognizing this tendency, I made a conscious effort to shift my approach. I implemented a "listen first" rule for myself, allowing others to express their thoughts fully before I contributed. I also encouraged members to share their ideas. I focused on mindfulness techniques to stay present and let others take the lead. This challenge highlighted the importance of fostering inclusivity in leadership. I learned that true leadership lies in empowering others to contribute and recognizing the value of various viewpoints. By stepping back and creating space for others, I gained a deeper appreciation for collaboration and developed greater patience in decision-making.
Improving Communication – Asking Questions and Answering Effectively During various team meetings, I noticed that my communication style hindered collaborative problem-solving. I often struggled to provide concise answers to questions To address this, I actively worked on improving my communication. I started by preparing points in advance for meetings. I sought feedback from my team about whether my responses addressed their queries fully, which helped me refine my approach. I also worked on articulating ideas in casual conversations. Through this challenge, I learned that effective communication is not just about expressing ideas but also about ensuring that the message is understood clearly by others. I also understood the significance of being concise yet thoughtful. Through this process, I developed a deeper appreciation for collaboration and strengthened my interpersonal skills.
Practice summarizing key ideas during casual conversation. Actively seek feedback from friends or colleagues Prepare notes in advance. Leadership Development Plan Increase collaboration Mindful techniques to manage anxiety. Practice role-plays to learn successful resolution of conflicts Conflict Management Strengthening EI Positive feedback from peers or managers. Engage in Self-reflection Actively observe non-verbal cues & practice active listening Develop a leadership journal to reflect on decisions and outcomes. Practice team-building activities Attend leadership sessions for growth Enhance Leadership Skills
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