When I first started working on my blog today I was sitting in the Lubbock airport waiting to catch a flight home to San Antonio. I just finished my last cheerleading camp today and was literally in the middle of no where-Lazbuddie, TX--30 miles from Clovis, NM.
Anyways, on to the blog.
When I was in high school, I never thought of myself as being creative whatsoever. I didnt like coming up with skits, acting in front of people. I couldnt sing, or draw particularly well. And then my English teacher, Mrs. Flores, taught me that I can be creative with my words. I loved writing papers, doing powerpoint projects, and group projects in front of the class. Writing just comes naturally to me. I would rather sit and write a paper for an hour than take a multiple choice test or do math any day.
I am a very visual learner so I believe my creativity flows best when creating something tangible. I am innovative when it comes to using all possible options. For example, if my mom ever told me I could do something the way I planned, I never took no for an answer and always figured out an alternative to give her. I can also put together creative routines, a skill I have picked up from cheerleading, so I am good with doing things step by step and in order. I learned that to be creative I dont have to know how to draw or sing, I can write and show my organizational creativity.
When put in a situation to be creative my main challenge is focusing on picking one idea. Usually the group that I am brainstorming with has a variety of ideas and its hard for me to step up and decide which one will work best because I am too afraid to be unsuccessful.
I can put my creativity and productivity to use by brainstorming new and interesting speakers ahead of time. I can also use my writing talents as I make my talking points and do my event summaries. Also, I can use my creative talents to attract more students to attend LSS events.
In the area of communication I LOVE EMAILS! I respond quickly to email and remember to do things if I see them in my inbox. Text message reminders also work well but I always appreciate an email with reminders and details of what I specifically need to accomplish. I work best when people give me exact instructions rather than beat around the bush. People can communicate with me best by being straightforward on what they need from me but also being sensitive to my feelings because I do not like being confronted harshly. I can take constructive criticism but I prefer it be in private and not in front of a large group. Overall, I believe I am a good listener and take direction well.
See yall soon!
-JM
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