Many Paths to Leadership: Lessons From Losing an AOTA Election

Elizabeth Hart, MS, OTR/L Attending the Assembly of Student Delegates (ASD) 2 years ago in San Diego was a game changer. I left energized and excited to help shape the future of our profession. I decided to run for a position on the ASD Steering Committee, and I threw my heart into my campaign-I built a website, filmed campaign videos, and spent countless hours reaching out to OT/A programs across the country. When I lost, I was devastated. I questioned whether I was even