Leadership Experiences

Portfolio Project
Imagine, you have just completed your CSU Global coursework and are planning to attend the commencement ceremony in Denver. You skillfully used time-management to overcome the obstacles and challenges presented by other responsibilities to successfully complete your program. As a result of your hard work, you have been asked to prepare a speech to present at the commencement ceremony. Your written speech and recorded presentation should describe your journey and what you learned about yourself as a leader. Include an experience from your first course and share your future plans. Consider the individuals who helped you achieve this goal. Who do you want to be? This project is your story.

1. Prepare your written speech addressing the following:
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    Module 1: Your use of time management personally and professionally
    Module 2: Your traits of leadership
    Module 3: Your power to influence
    Module 4: Your leadership style
    Module 5: Your use ethical communication to influence
   Your speech will be prepared in APA format with citations and references, as required. Consider what you would like to say to your colleagues, CSU Global faculty, friends, and family as you look back on your journey. Describe who you want to be as you look forward on your journey.
2. Prepare a video recording of your graduation speech including voice over. Resources to assist you in recording your presentation can be found in the CSU Global LibraryLinks to an external site.. Using PowerPoint with the Media tab and audio is recommended. You may also use a smartphone or webcam to record yourself.

Guidelines for the Written Speech:

1. 1400 – 1500 words required (not including the Title or References pages). In double-spaced APA format. This will coincide with your Video recording, allowing you 6-10 minutes for the Commencement speech.
2. Minimum of 6 academic references.
3. Adhere to the guidelines in the CSU Global Writing Center.Links to an external site.

Guidelines for the Video Recording:

1. 6-10 minutes recording. According to various sources, comfortable presentations range from 100-150 words per minute. Your time may vary based on how fast you speak. The goal is to make a comfortable presentation.
2. Your presentation must include voice over.
3. Resources to assist you in recording your graduation speech can be found in the CSU Global LibraryLinks to an external site.. Using PowerPoint with Media tab and audio is recommended.