Electronic Portfolio for Kevin Jones

Table of Contents
I. Introduction
II. Leadership Philosophy Paper
III. Professional Section
A. Resume
B. Transcripts
      1. Allegheny Wesleyan College
      2. Indiana Wesleyan University
C. Certificate of Accomplishment
D. Letters of Recommendation
      1. Dr. Larry Lindsay
       2. Dr. Mike Bonner
       3. Michael Manning
IV. Domains
A. Servant as Leader
       1. Domain Introduction
       2. Reflected Best Self Exercise (Practice)
B. Personal Authenticity
       1. Domain Introduction
       2. Personal Awareness
       3. Spiritual Formation Plan II (Practice)
C. Organizational Theory and Research
       1. Domain Introduction
       2. Literature Review (Scholarship)
       3. Leadership Philosophy – New Learning
           (Practice)
D. Organizational Learning
       1. Domain Introduction
       2. Jerome Bruner: Cognitive Learning Theorist
          (Scholarship)
       3. Leadership Learning Pact (Practice)
E. Change, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship
       1. Domain Introduction
       2. Strategic Change for the Center for Distributed Learning
       3. Intentional Change Project (Practice
F. Globalization
       1. Domain Introduction
       2. Analysis/Reflection Paper (Scholarship)
       3. Seminar Reflection Paper: Jo Anne Lyon
           (Practice)
G. Ethics and Governance
       1. Domain Introduction
       2. Ethical Philosophy of Leadership (Scholarship)
       3. Ethical Dilemma (Practice)

Personal Authenticity Domain

One can only practice authentic leadership when they lead from who they are within. That which is deep within a person will eventually be seen externally. The practice of leadership which demonstrates personal authenticity is necessary in order for one to truly be a servant leader.

The challenge comes in finding who one really is inside. One must take the time to reflect on action, thought, motive, reaction, and action in reaching a conclusion. This is not an easy process not is it particularly an enjoyable experience. There are times when one is confronted with the reality that not all of the above were pure. This author believes that these are the time when the true character of a leader is revealed, at least to the leader.

Being willing to confront the impure in one’s life allows for growth of character. It allows for growth and transformation in the life of the leader. Honesty is what followers most want from a leader and being transparent assists in this endeavor.

The Personal Awareness Paper has been added to this section in the belief that it demonstrates this author’s personal growth as well as the reading and scholarship that has directed this growth.

In the Spiritual Formation Plan which has been submitted as an exhibit this author lays out how he intends to become an authentic leader. The foundation is honesty, first with himself and then with others. The exhibits contain evidence of how others perceive the writer in this journey.