December 11, 2005
Learning Plan
I have had a hard time with the Learning Plan and am extremely scared that I may make it difficult to revise during MGMT 251. I wish we were told a little more about what we'll be doing with it in that course. However, our teaching team has been very helpful in assisting us in our revisions so I am confident they would not lead us on the wrong path for MGMT 251. I have enjoyed reading other students' Plans. It's exciting to hear about what each person hopes to achieve in his/her life. I know that each one has so much potential and will be successful in whatever he/she chooses to do, whether or not the Plan is followed.
Team Bonuses
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December 10, 2005
Farewell to MGMT 250 - Section 1
I thought I would say a quick farewell to the class since I am taking next semester off to complete an internship in Toledo. I thoroughly enjoyed the class and am a bit disappointed that I won't get to join everyone in the next section. I only hope that the fall class will be as exciting and interesting as this section has been. Take care everyone!
HR Simulation Ends.....
I was releived when the HR Simulation ended. However, looking back I realize that it was an extremely valuable learning experience. The entire class seemed to feel that way, as many comments on the last day were directed towards working in groups, teamwork, etc. When the Simulation began, I was frustrated because I felt like we were thrown in without any direction. Yet, as time went on we bagan to formulate strategies and really grasped the concept quite well. I enjoyed working with my team and felt we did a great job.
Who am I kidding, though? I am stil relieved it's over! Bring on the Break!
December 06, 2005
Tom Mendola shouldn't have his hand held.....
Today we discussed the Tom Mendola Case. Even though I was placed on the side that was to argue for keeping him, I felt that he had been given plenty of warnings and should be let go. I thought it was interesting that the supporters for keeping him put so much emphasis on his age. Young people should not get special treatment and have their hand held while on the job. If you are not mature enough to work in a serious environment, then you should find a more suitable position - maybe a job at Chuck E. Cheese's is more fitting? I hate to sound so facetious, but I feel it's attitudes like that that create difficulties for young people who do take their work seriously. To explain, I had to start working when I was fifteen to help pay for my own school expenses, clothes, etc. It was extremely challenging being taken seriously by employers who had been burned by many young employees like Tom. I didn't want my hand held, I just wanted to work hard. Tom should be let go and not continued to be babied because of his age or his hard times in life. Life is hard, he better get used to it.... and stop ruining it for other young hard workers.
December 01, 2005
John Holland's Theory
Last Tuesday's class was hosted by the Career Center as we discussed the "Four Phase Plan and Holland Codes." The Four Phase Plan certainly gives a nice set of structured guidelines for career development. However, I felt the Holland Codes were less helpful.
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November 06, 2005
Stress in the workplace
Handling stress in the workplace is an area that hits home to me. My mother has recently been placed on disability for mental exertion she felt while on the job as a Registered Nurse. A job that she has had for twenty years. Some of you may think that seems silly, to be so stressed out you can't handle your job anymore? However, it is a growing issue that companies need to be prepared for. In the competitive culture we live in, it's not unusual for a CEO or partner to be prescribed Xanax or Prozac. What can be done? I think educating the HR department on stress and mental illness is important. Understanding that the risks are very serious when mental illness is not handled properly is extremely crucial. If the HR team can watch for warning signs, they may be able to intervene before it's too late. In addition, many companies institute a program that provides employees with anonymous mental health counselors or call centers and these can be very valuable as well. Whatever the case, this cannot go on ignored. For a company to be successful, it must have successful employees who are free from stress and mental illness.