A Reflection of Personal Strengths and Identification of Areas of Growth

I feel that I have what it takes to address Krystal’s substance abuse and other deviant behaviors. As a social leader, I have strengths in the areas of leadership and communication skills necessary for positive behavioral change. According to the leader-member exchange theory (LMX), leadership is a process which is centered on interactions between leaders and their followers (Northouse, n.d.). I understand that in order for my client to open up for me, I need to interact with her freely. This can help to ensure that Krystal provides me the necessary information that I need in order to address her problem effectively. Despite this, there are some aspects of leadership and advocacy where I need growth. For instance, inter-service training can help to hone my advocacy skills further. I also need to work closely with more experienced social workers in order to…..