Self-efficacy can be defined as an individual’s belief in his or her capacity to perform a given task successfully, and it has been at the fore of my growth in the structures of IPP Technologies. As a marketing intern, I often find myself alone with the task of developing and implementing marketing policies. There exists a strong level of self efficacy in me since I am able to do everything necessary for timely completion of my assignments of best quality. Though, it is a fact that there are occasions when I do not readily take charge of, procedures or strategies which are quite extensive, more multifaceted, and as such, present a challenge to me. This evident in the sense that there is seeking of improvement in the sense of agency: the ability to take action and make decisions autonomously.
Self-efficacy is one of the motives that Bandura stresses as being a significant force sustaining one’s determination towards confronting tough endeavors. With this in mind, I have decided to make personal challenges by inviting myself on more demanding roles within the team. Moreover, I have also approached senior colleagues for mentoring purposes so as to gain the necessary confidence to handle tougher projects. Such an approach surely has been beneficial to increase the level of this self-agency, as the ease to take the lead in certain tasks begins to develop in me.
Reflection: Personally, this moment led me to understand the role of self-efficacy and self-agency in advancing any personal or professional activity. Given that I have embraced difficult tasks and am looking for mentors, I am beginning to feel a greater sense of self-agency, which will enhance the value added to my team. In the subsequent periods, it will be possible for me to focus on this and as such ensure that I have the total capability to deal with bigger projects and more efficiently deal with the growth of IPP Technologies.
Reference:
Bandura, A. (1997). Self-efficacy: The exercise of control. W.H. Freeman.
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