The AIESEC Strengths Research Project
David J. Pollay, AIESEC International Hall of Fame member and Master's Student in Applied Positive Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, is leading the AIESEC International Leadership Strengths Research Project. The mission of the research project is to help AIESEC leaders become more aware of their strengths and to encourage these leaders to develop their strengths fully in support of their goals.
An analysis is being conducted to determine if leaders in AIESEC have a distinct strengths profile compared to others of a similar age and education. We are using the VIA-Inventory of Strengths (VIA-IS) to measure the character strengths of AIESEC members. Click here for an overview of the VIA-IS.
David is supported on this project by Christopher Peterson, Ph.D., world-renown Strengths Researcher, University of Michigan Professor, and University of Pennsylvania visiting professor; and Karen Reivich, Ph.D., acclaimed Resilience Researcher, author, and teacher at the University of Pennsylvania.
Sixty-five (69) Member Committee Presidents (MCP) and MCP-elects participated in the first round of strengths assessments prior to the 2006 International Presidents Meeting in The Netherlands; the remaining incoming and outgoing MCPs are now completing the strengths assessment. Additionally, Member Committee National Staff Members, LCPs, and general members have been invited to participate. Study results will be communicated by David J. Pollay, The Young International Leaders Organization (YILO), and AIESEC International.
So, guess what??.. elementary my dear Watson....
Aleja took that survey..
have a look about the results...
You like to laugh and tease.
Bringing smiles to other people is important to you.
You try to see the light side of all situations
2. Curiosity and interest in the world
You are curious about everything.
You are always asking questions, and you find all subjects and topics fascinating.
You like exploration and discovery.
3. Hope, optimism, and future-mindedness
You expect the best in the future, and you work to achieve it.
You believe that the future is something that you can control.
4. Industry, diligence, and perseverance
You work hard to finish what you start.
No matter the project, you "get it out the door" in timely fashion.
You do not get distracted when you work, and you take satisfaction in completing tasks.
5. Judgment, critical thinking, and open-mindedness
Thinking things through and examining them from all sides are important aspects of who you are. You do not jump to conclusions, and you rely only on solid evidence to make your decisions.
You are able to change your mind.
6. Citizenship, teamwork, and loyalty
7. Fairness, equity, and justice
8. Leadership
9. Forgiveness and mercy
10. Honesty, authenticity, and genuineness
11. Social intelligence
12. Zest, enthusiasm, and energy
13. Bravery and valor
14. Capacity to love and be loved
15. Gratitude
16. Creativity, ingenuity, and originality
17. Love of learning
18. Spirituality, sense of purpose, and faith
19. Kindness and generosity
20. Perspective (wisdom)
21. Appreciation of beauty and excellence
22. Caution, prudence, and discretion
23. Modesty and humility
24. Self-control and self-regulation
Do u want to know more?..
