Students will explore leadership principles, practice professionalism, serve the community, and put their skills to the test in a business case competition. FLA utilizes the Emotionally Intelligent Leadership (EIL) model to help students: 1) understand that we all have the potential to lead, and 2) further discover the leadership potential within themselves.
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1325 W University Ave
Heavener Room 160
Gainesville, Florida 32603, US
“Fake it till you make it!” On Friday, we got to hear more from the incredible Heavener International Case Competition Team and learned all about the art of presenting. To recap, we learned that confidence, tone, eye contact, and body language are essential in presenting. Together, these reinforce your message, engage the audience, and create a powerful presence.
How are YOU going to do leadership? This past Friday we had the pleasure of hearing Dr. Ashley Gaddy Robbins speak about the transformative power of self-awareness and empathy in business. She emphasized the importance of understanding oneself and others- highlighting how embracing differences can drive innovation and collaboration. Her insights inspired FLA members to leverage their unique identities to foster a more inclusive environment in all aspects of life. Thank you Dr. Robbins for taking the time to share your knowledge and experiences with us!
Big thanks to our alumni panel for this week’s Friday session! Some of our esteemed alumni, Shiane Perera, Ali Dodd, Isabella Montoya, and Homar Ali-Maria, made their return to Gainesville this past week to provide guidance and inspiration to the FLAmily. They spoke about their experiences at UF and in FLA, and how both helped shape them into the successful individuals that they are today. It was amazing to hear from some of FLA’s finest!