{"id":10327,"date":"2024-12-16T14:14:18","date_gmt":"2024-12-16T20:14:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.saumag.edu\/career-services\/?p=10327"},"modified":"2025-02-11T13:37:55","modified_gmt":"2025-02-11T19:37:55","slug":"leadership-interview-with-bailey-cole","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/web.saumag.edu\/career-services\/leadership-interview-with-bailey-cole\/","title":{"rendered":"Leadership Interview with Bailey Cole"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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This is an interview with Bailey Cole, a dedicated student at Southern Arkansas University, who excelled in various leadership positions throughout her academic journey.\u00a0<\/p>

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What leadership roles have you held at SAU?\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

I have held various leadership positions on campus, currently serving as a Resident Assistant, Peer Academic Coach, and Vice President of the Student Government Association (SGA).\u00a0 Additionally, I am the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Chair for Phi Mu.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

What helped you gain these roles?\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

There have been two main sources of success for me that have helped me gain these roles. First, my parents support. They have always been a great support system and push me to be the best I can be. Second, my friends have been the best in encouraging me and helping me through my roles. They each gave me a network that was strong and opened my opinions quickly. If I did not network through friends or family, I don\u2019t think I would have been so lucky in my opportunities.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

What skills have you gained through the roles?\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

I have personally learned a lot in my opportunities and roles as a leader. I have learned communication and how to efficiently conversate with others. With communication, I gained trust in my roles and my fellow peers. I became adaptable and managed my time wisely. I think being adaptable is the key to success. This characteristic gives the ability to accomplish different things in different areas.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Why are these skills essential for career advancement?\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

These skills are key for a workplace and benefit me in looking for advancement. Effectively communicating and sharing ideas, while also being transparent about gains and benefits for the company, allows me to position myself as a valuable employee. This fosters trust in me within my career field, enabling open communication about both challenges and accomplishments. Also with adaptability, I can gain opportunities in my career that could advance me to a high position.To thrive in your career as it progresses, it is crucial to utilize effective time management skills. Time management gives you a structure to accomplish goals or even gain extra time through the day.<\/span><\/p>

What has been the best resource on campus to help you succeed in these roles?\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

My network has been the best resource for me and has brought forth many opportunities. For instance, I was a student worker for Career Services and they have helped guide me in how to network and use my skills in real life scenarios. I also gained opportunities through housing employees and other faculty members. I have made sure to develop real, personal relationships on campus, so I can advance and succeed further on in my careers. <\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Bailey Cole is a senior double majoring in Criminal Justice and Political Science. She was the Student Government Association President (\u201823) and is the current Vice President for the 2024 school year, a Resident Assistant at Burns-Harsh, and a Peer Academic Coach. Bailey currently works for Americorps+VISTA here at SAU as the Healthy U Fellow. She is also a proud member of Phi Mu and holds a chair position. Her favorite thing about SAU is the opportunities it provides for students and that everywhere you turn there is a familiar face. Bailey\u2019s favorite thing to do is travel as she has moved over 14 times! She hopes to further her education once she finishes up her undergraduate degree. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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