1. What would make a good person without charisma?
2. When should charisma be used?
3. Why does charisma start with a “CH” but is pronounced “C”?
4. Where could charisma be found?
5. How could people be a leader without charisma?
By; Katie Nqatokoa ,Lilly Ahome’e,Abigail Strickland, Nive Isaako and Chantal Stephens.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Group Two: Obama Charisma Questions
1. Why did Nelson Mandela have so much charisma?
2. Will there be more people in the future that will have lots of charisma ?
3. What do people have to do to be able to get charisma?
4. Could people become a president without having charisma?
By Victor Pupuo, Takawai Herbert, Danyon Morrissey, Peter Oto
2. Will there be more people in the future that will have lots of charisma ?
3. What do people have to do to be able to get charisma?
4. Could people become a president without having charisma?
By Victor Pupuo, Takawai Herbert, Danyon Morrissey, Peter Oto
Group Ones: Questions on Obama Power of Charisma
1. Why should leaders have good charisma?
2. Where is this story “the power of charisma” based?
3. How could school students develop good leadership?
4. What will happen if Barack Obama didn’t have charisma?
5. When should young leaders start to develop Charisma?
By: Owen Talatau, Brock Allen, Douglas Tumanuvao, and Thomas Napier
2. Where is this story “the power of charisma” based?
3. How could school students develop good leadership?
4. What will happen if Barack Obama didn’t have charisma?
5. When should young leaders start to develop Charisma?
By: Owen Talatau, Brock Allen, Douglas Tumanuvao, and Thomas Napier
Barack Obama The Power of Charisma
As a class 10PCk read a blog entry talking about Barack Obama and has charismatic traits. The article went on to talk about the power of charisma generally and how it can be a powerful tool for those that possess it.
Students then had to create their own questions about the blog entry after reading it.
Read the entry below and click on the different groups questions leaving your own answers by commeting on their group questions.
The Power Of Charisma
As I stopped to listen to the inauguration speech of newly appointed president, Barack Obama, the thing that stood out most about him was not the content of his speech but rather how he was able to draw the attention of millions by just the words he spoke. His words not only captivated millions but it also instilled hope and inspiration to those who listened. Obama shares a rare trait that great leaders have. That trait is charisma.
While many may be described as charismatic, true and genuine charisma is often hard to find. Charisma is often defined as a rare trait in human personality that includes charm and a ‘magnetic’ quality. Not only is charisma a rare trait, it is also by far one of the most valued. Taking a look at the famous leaders such as Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King Jr., Caesar, Alexander the Great, Napoleon, and Nelson Mandela, the key characteristic that all of them shared was their ability to captivate an audience. From Napoleon’s ability to rally his troops through is powerful words to Martin Luther King Jr.’s ability to charm thousands and lead millions, charisma is a powerful tool. Anyone can become a leader, but it takes true charisma to get people to follow you. You maybe extremely bright, but without charisma, you can only go so far.
In the business world, charisma plays a huge role in the workplace. While work ethic and efficiency are both key factors in promotions, a persons charisma is also key. Someone who is charismatic not only gets along with most people, but they can also make up for areas they lack in with their charm. The goal of any company is to hire a well rounded individuals that can come in and bring value to the company. The key word out of that sentence is value. Speaking to the HR of a few companies, many agree that charisma has huge value.
Aside from the charisma playing a huge part in the business world, charisma is also a dominant trait in entertainment and sports. When you look at players like Kobe Bryant and actors like Will Smith, aside from work on the court and on film, people naturally gravitate toward them. This ‘magnetic’ trait that they have has helped them become as popular as they are today. Even looking at our past president, George Bush, we can see the power of charisma. While he wasn’t loved by all, people would agree that part of the reason he got to White House was because of his personal charisma.
While not all of us can be as smooth as Will Smith or are able to captivate a nation like President Barack Obama, it is important to recognize those that are charismatic. Being able to identify individuals with genuine charisma can be difficult because who is to say what “true” and “genuine” charisma is, but here is a suggestion to figuring it out: Look around you and see who are the followers, and who are the leaders. More than often, the leaders have true charisma.
As I stopped to listen to the inauguration speech of newly appointed president, Barack Obama, the thing that stood out most about him was not the content of his speech but rather how he was able to draw the attention of millions by just the words he spoke. His words not only captivated millions but it also instilled hope and inspiration to those who listened. Obama shares a rare trait that great leaders have. That trait is charisma.
While many may be described as charismatic, true and genuine charisma is often hard to find. Charisma is often defined as a rare trait in human personality that includes charm and a ‘magnetic’ quality. Not only is charisma a rare trait, it is also by far one of the most valued. Taking a look at the famous leaders such as Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King Jr., Caesar, Alexander the Great, Napoleon, and Nelson Mandela, the key characteristic that all of them shared was their ability to captivate an audience. From Napoleon’s ability to rally his troops through is powerful words to Martin Luther King Jr.’s ability to charm thousands and lead millions, charisma is a powerful tool. Anyone can become a leader, but it takes true charisma to get people to follow you. You maybe extremely bright, but without charisma, you can only go so far.
In the business world, charisma plays a huge role in the workplace. While work ethic and efficiency are both key factors in promotions, a persons charisma is also key. Someone who is charismatic not only gets along with most people, but they can also make up for areas they lack in with their charm. The goal of any company is to hire a well rounded individuals that can come in and bring value to the company. The key word out of that sentence is value. Speaking to the HR of a few companies, many agree that charisma has huge value.
Aside from the charisma playing a huge part in the business world, charisma is also a dominant trait in entertainment and sports. When you look at players like Kobe Bryant and actors like Will Smith, aside from work on the court and on film, people naturally gravitate toward them. This ‘magnetic’ trait that they have has helped them become as popular as they are today. Even looking at our past president, George Bush, we can see the power of charisma. While he wasn’t loved by all, people would agree that part of the reason he got to White House was because of his personal charisma.
While not all of us can be as smooth as Will Smith or are able to captivate a nation like President Barack Obama, it is important to recognize those that are charismatic. Being able to identify individuals with genuine charisma can be difficult because who is to say what “true” and “genuine” charisma is, but here is a suggestion to figuring it out: Look around you and see who are the followers, and who are the leaders. More than often, the leaders have true charisma.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Samoan Cinderellas 2
Angela Gregory
Pacific Studies Reporter
New Zealand Herald
Dear Angela,
We agree with you that people should receive what they earn and not have the people they look up to taking any of it without getting agreement from the worker. For example when the money is handed over to the aunties and uncles at the factory using standover tactics. Our opinion is that school aged children should keep their money and the family members that the money is handed to should get charged if the child wants them to be.
We also agree with the fact that pacific youth can seek help
From social workers, lawyers, doctors, church ministers, and a range of social organisations that can help young Pacific Islanders. But they do not choose to accept the help that is given to them. For example when their relatives force them to go church. They should go to their minister to ask for help. Our opinion is that young youth should ask for help when they have problems.
We also agree elders should look after themselves except if they really need the money. For example when grandparents take the money and use it not for the young workers needs but for their needs. Young youth should keep their money except when the elders are in real need.
Yours Sincerely
Owen Talatau, Takawai Herbert, Brock Allen, Victor Pupuo
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Samoan Cinderellas
As a class 10PcK read two articles titled "Samoan Cinderellas" by the NZ Herald's Pacific Issues Reporter Angela Gregory about young samoans giving almost all of their wages to their families. In response the students wrote a letter to Angela either agreeing or disagreeing with her stance that this was not a good thing. Their responses are posted below do you agree??? Leave comments with your point of view.
Dear Angela Gregory
We are writing this letter to let you know that in a
way we agree with you because the elders are taking advantage
of the young people’s earnings, by not letting them get a share of their pay. We say that it’s not fair that the young people have to work and do not get any of their earnings.
But at the same time we disagree because they are helping out there families by working and providing money for them. But these young people shouldn’t be the only ones working because other family members should help out by getting a job.
Lastly we agree again because the way they are earning their money is like slavery . For example they work from 6:00am -2:30pm and gets $12 an hour and don’t get any of their pay. We say they should be working more suitable hours and get some of the money.
Your Sincerely
Chantal Stephens,Lily Ahome’e,Abigail Strickland
We are writing this letter to let you know that in a
way we agree with you because the elders are taking advantage
of the young people’s earnings, by not letting them get a share of their pay. We say that it’s not fair that the young people have to work and do not get any of their earnings.
But at the same time we disagree because they are helping out there families by working and providing money for them. But these young people shouldn’t be the only ones working because other family members should help out by getting a job.
Lastly we agree again because the way they are earning their money is like slavery . For example they work from 6:00am -2:30pm and gets $12 an hour and don’t get any of their pay. We say they should be working more suitable hours and get some of the money.
Your Sincerely
Chantal Stephens,Lily Ahome’e,Abigail Strickland
Dear Angela,
I agree with you in a way because no one should have to work in a factory for hours to work for money not knowing what it’s going towards.
An example of this is she comes home real tired then has to look after the kids.
Our opinion is that this sucks, it is taking advantage of the the young people and who are not getting a share of any money.
I disagree with you in a way because the two young teens could be working to support the family needs or for financial problems.
An example of this is the family might keep taking her money to pay the bills.
Our opinion in this case is family needs may be warranted and also household stuff may need paying for.
Another reason why we agree is because the young ladies seem to feel trapped and desperate about their future. They are not allowed out during the day and get forced to clean up the house and look after little kids before they go out and work at night.
Our opinion is it should stop immediately before anyone gets hurt.
Your sincerely,
Katie Ngatokoa, Peter Oto, Nive Isaako, Danyon Morrisey
I agree with you in a way because no one should have to work in a factory for hours to work for money not knowing what it’s going towards.
An example of this is she comes home real tired then has to look after the kids.
Our opinion is that this sucks, it is taking advantage of the the young people and who are not getting a share of any money.
I disagree with you in a way because the two young teens could be working to support the family needs or for financial problems.
An example of this is the family might keep taking her money to pay the bills.
Our opinion in this case is family needs may be warranted and also household stuff may need paying for.
Another reason why we agree is because the young ladies seem to feel trapped and desperate about their future. They are not allowed out during the day and get forced to clean up the house and look after little kids before they go out and work at night.
Our opinion is it should stop immediately before anyone gets hurt.
Your sincerely,
Katie Ngatokoa, Peter Oto, Nive Isaako, Danyon Morrisey
A Beautiful Scene
As a class we watched the film A Beautiful Mind for Level 3 English. The class split into two groups and in 45minutes they had to recreate the opening scene of the film. Watch the opening scene by clicking on the you tube link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4IsJMGI3Ng, and then vote for which scene you think is the best and leave a comment saying why.
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