For those who are not familiar with who Leslie Knope is, she is Amy Poehler’s character in the highly amusing, "Parks and Recreation". In the beginning of the series, Knope is the Deputy Director of the Pawnee City Department of Parks and Recreation, among a slew of other titles and positions that she holds. What makes Knope such a memorable and lovable character is her undying dedication to the people of her beloved city of Pawnee. She is hardworking, motivated, confident and knows exactly what she wants and how to get it.
Recently, I’ve taken on a few leadership roles and responsibilities myself, and I couldn’t be happier. I genuinely enjoy having a demanding schedule because it gives me a purpose and keeps me accountable for my actions. Since then, a few of my friends saw a strange correlation between my extracurricular habits and Leslie Knope’s personality. We both enjoy taking on leadership positions, advancing our career paths and positively impacting our surroundings and communities. I won’t lie, I definitely love being compared to the likes of Leslie Knope, because even though she's a fictional character, she kicks ass in everything she does and is an amazing friend to everyone around her
Do you love Leslie Knope as much as I do? Are you wondering if you might be like Leslie Knope? Consider your questions answered and see the 16 ways you might be Leslie Knope:
1. Ambition is your middle name.
2. Sometimes your ambition allows you to get into heated discussions.
3. You have a tendency to be over the top.
4. People might find you intense.
5. But that's only because people have a hard time understanding your discontent with laziness.
6. You don't believe in gender norms, and work toward breaking them.
7. But despite the ignorance, you always try to keep a cheery disposition.
8. You're confident enough to make a fool of yourself without caring.
9. You're never at a loss for words.
10. You prefer the sweeter side of life.
11. And would never be caught dead in Eagleton or a public library.
12. You understand the importance of tradition.
13. You always try to do what's right, even if it's difficult.
14. And sometimes your emotions get the best of you.
15. No matter what, you are fiercely loyal to your friends, because you know there simply is no "i" in "team."
16. That's what makes you the amazing person that you are...so never change!
I believe Ron Swanson had the right idea with his closing thoughts on Leslie Knope:
To all the Leslie Knope's out there, keep working toward your goals you beautiful, tropical fish, you!
