Out of this World OT

I thought virtual mock interview this week went fairly well overall. I prepared by reviewing the articles that had examples of common questions asked in interviews. Then, I practiced my responses to some of those questions. However, during the interview she asked me a few questions I was not expecting such as "Have you ever worked with someone you did not like and if so how did you handle it?" So I had to think on my feet a little but I just answered honestly that yes there are always some coworkers you may not click with but you still have to be professional and civil even if you are not friends.  If I was in a real life interview situation, I would be sure to research the facility and my interviewer before I went. Also, I would be sure to have an idea of what salary I would want to ask for based on the setting and my experience level.  Overall, I learned that in interviews, as well as in the workplace, it's important to expect the unexpected and just be your genuine and

My perspective and approach to leadership has definitely changed some since we last completed this activity at the beginning of OT school (hence the hat), but some items have still remained the same. For instance, in both drawings I drew the hair with a half straight and half curly texture because I think both creativity and organization are important qualities in a leader. However, I drew the hair much longer in my 2020 drawing because I know now, even as an introvert, I can be an effective leader. I also added freckles and a necklace this time because I do see myself as a leader in some situations now and I know that self-awareness vital. Finally, I signed my name in cursive rather than print because, after our first PDE meetings, I made a goal to serve in more leadership roles inside and outside the classroom. 

Today I scored a 7 on Rotter's Locus of Control Scale indicating I have more of a internal locus of control. This result was unsurprising to me because I know I cannot control some events, such as this COVID-19 pandemic, but that I can control how I react to it. However, locus of control is a spectrum so I think most people, myself included, experience swings between internal and external depending on the situation.  After a sudden life change, whether it be a new diagnosis or a pandemic, many people may be left with a feeling of helplessness. As an OT practitioner, it is important to recognize that external locus of control mindset both in ourselves and our clients. It is important in ourselves because whatever attitude you bring into your client interactions will influence their attitude. Also, if as the therapist you believe the situation is out of your control, then your intervention will not be effective either. It is also important to recognize in our clients because if they