As a Cause-Driven leader, it is my work to provide visionary leadership by ensuring all resources are mobilized to adapt to new challenges. I must build relationships by connecting people to the Y’s cause by developing inclusive relationships, partnerships and collaborations to address pressing social needs. I must lead operations to ensure relevance, effectiveness and sustainability of the ministry so that we can continue to fulfill community promises. I must cultivate and inspire new leaders by supporting the holistic development of self and others so that everyone can embrace and sustain the Y’s culture while motivating others to take individual and collective action to further our impact and ministry.
One of the affective goals I must possess is change leadership, which is the ability to facilitate, co-create and implement equitable change for the good of the ministry and/or the community. By engaging community, I will build bridges with others to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming to all, thus providing community benefit. Communication and influence are also important core affective competencies. I must listen and express myself effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause. Additionally, I must be inclusive and value all people for their unique talents and take an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competency. To lead operations effectively, I must possess the cognitive competence to utilize critical thinking and decision making. I must make informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment. Fiscal management is critical; I must manage the Y’s resources responsibly and sustain the Y’s nonprofit business model. In order to develop and inspire people, one of the behavioral goals I must have is the ability to develop myself and others in order to achieve our highest potential. Emotional maturity is critical in my ministry and I must always demonstrate my ability to understand and manage my emotions effectively in all situations.