This essay presents a student's reflective analysis of their leadership and management skills, developed during a university trip. The student employed the Gibbs reflective model to examine their experiences, focusing on communication, team management, and conflict resolution. The essay details the student's role as a communicator, facilitating interactions between tutors and students. It discusses the application of transactional leadership and the use of Belbin's personality assessment. The student reflects on personal strengths, such as decision-making and emotional intelligence, and identifies areas for improvement, including over-optimism and assertiveness. The essay highlights experiential learning and the development of practical leadership skills. The student also discusses the use of theoretical evidence to support their reflection, and concludes by outlining their personal development goals.