Changed Drastically Within the Last

¶ … changed drastically within the last two decades. With it, comes the various ideals of both a change in the role of leadership and the concept of globalization. One of the ways in which the late 20th century evolved was the change in economic, political, and cultural movements that, through technology, seemed to move countries of the world closer together.

This idea, broadly called globalism, refers generally to the idea that as life becomes more technologically complex, people in various countries are tied together, regardless of their government, culture, religion, or specific country. No leader can expect to lead without understanding that their universe is far broader than ever before -- divergent, dichotomous, and complex. Clearly, leadership is more than management; hence not all managers are leaders. Leadership involves the capacity to motivate workers and employee to work towards a common goal.

Leaders also influence the employees towards certain behaviors they want. The modern organization should therefore acquire the best team of managers, who should have leadership traits and accept changes in the organization when necessary, including technological change. Management and leadership are most certainly not the same, despite the fact that many, even in business, use the terms in the same manner. These are but a semblance of the skills necessary to become an Officer of the Biochemistry and Genetics Society.

I began my learning and growth process as a young girl from an agricultural background who sought out leadership roles whenever possible -- Graduating Class Vice President, FFA President, and an Officer in the National Honor Society. I was co-chair with a committee on agricultural practices, taught elementary school and made numerous presentations to various groups on animal behavior. I have worked in research and DNA analysis in formal laboratory analysis, and believe in the paradigm of lifelong learning.

I am a lifelong student, and each year realize how many wonderful new ideas need exploring; how many exciting and vital places visited through reading; and how much joy I receive simply by having the right set of tools that allow me to read, research, study, analyze, and make decisions based on information. At present, I am studying the physiology of reproduction and assist in laboratory research with Drs. Forrest and Talcott.

This technical expertise well qualifies me for the position, although it is my passion for expanding the understanding and synthesis of learning about science that can help BGS expand its membership and relevance for society at large. The task, then, of a modern leader at any level is to be a good corporate citizen, practicing the very tenants of corporate social responsibility within one's daily life; to use power in a non-coercive manner, moving.