http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/ My Thoughts on the Discourse en-us Tue, 12 Dec 2006 19:06:12 EST Tue, 12 Dec 2006 19:06:12 EST jeewon.choi@case.edu jeewon.choi@case.edu http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Movable Type v3.121 http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/12/12/mgmt_250 Management 250 was a very helpful class. Even though it did not require me to study a lot of textbook... http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/12/12/mgmt_250 MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Tue, 12 Dec 2006 19:06:12 EST Management 250 was a very helpful class. Even though it did not require me to study a lot of textbook chapters, it still taught me about management. There were many hands-on activities, which was very enjoyable. Projects such as HR simulation also helped me to learn. It was the first time I stood on a manager's stand point. Also, many people came in and gave presentation about what they did. The information they gave was very helpful. Furthermore, it was interesting to listen to people who were really engaged in business. I hope I could also enjoy MGMT 251 next semester.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/12/09/final_report Our HR group turned in a final report last week. We continued to write about the parts that we worked... http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/12/09/final_report case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sat, 09 Dec 2006 02:52:32 EST Our HR group turned in a final report last week. We continued to write about the parts that we worked on for the annual report. Once again, I worked on writing about the actions we took to achieve our designated goals. Our goal was to achieve maximum productivity, low turnover rate, and high morale. I went through the results of the four quarters of the second year and compiled it with the results of the first year. We took many actions in order to improve morale, but oddly, it did not seem to be effected to much. Except for the seventh quarter, it stayed the same. However, we were happy to see a constant increase in productivity.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/12/09/final_learning_plan The learning plan was a pleasant project that made me think of myself and my future. At first, I saw... http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/12/09/final_learning_plan case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sat, 09 Dec 2006 02:42:10 EST The learning plan was a pleasant project that made me think of myself and my future. At first, I saw it only as a project that I had to do for a class. However, as I really started to think about it, the learning plan was actually very helpful. It was a good opportunity to organize myself. It was time for me to actually think about my future seriously. I have never thought about my future so profoundly. I was very glad to have such a valuable opportunity.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/12/09/learning_plan_part_2 After I wrote my second part of the learning plan, I was happy to see how I had specific goals... http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/12/09/learning_plan_part_2 MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sat, 09 Dec 2006 02:27:33 EST After I wrote my second part of the learning plan, I was happy to see how I had specific goals and action plans. In the beginning, I thought that it would be very hard to make my goals and action plans detailed and specific. Predicting and imagining the future seemed quite difficult to me. At first, I wrote down very broad goals, which led to broad action plans. Later on, I decided to start over again. By extremely narrowing down the goals, I got satisfactory action plans. Overall, it was very interesting to schedule my future life like this.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/12/09/learning_plan_goal_2 My personal goal that I wrote in my learning plan was to obtain an exercise habit in order to always... http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/12/09/learning_plan_goal_2 MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sat, 09 Dec 2006 02:21:42 EST My personal goal that I wrote in my learning plan was to obtain an exercise habit in order to always maintain a weight between 100 and 105 pounds. Because this second goal was more focused on developing a new habit, I used the START NOW framework. My three supporters were my mother, my best friend, and a friend who exercise regularly. If all three of my supporters were busy, I could always go to a fitness center and ask help to the professional. I decided to write a journal to measure my progress. Also, using the journal, I could not only record my progress, but also use it as a positive reinforcement. Every time I achieve a certain desirable weight, it itself would be the best reinforcement.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/12/09/learning_plan_goal_1 The career-oriented goal that I wrote in my learning plan was to graduate from Case Western Reserve University in May... http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/12/09/learning_plan_goal_1 MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sat, 09 Dec 2006 01:42:39 EST The career-oriented goal that I wrote in my learning plan was to graduate from Case Western Reserve University in May 2009 with an accounting degree. I used the SMART goal framework, since it was a one-time achievement. This goal was what immediately came to mind when I did the Catch Your Dreams exercise in class. It contained many of my important values, such as happiness and wisdom. In order to be happy, especially for my future career, I should successfully graduate from a 4-year college. Also, graduating from Case will educate me and guarantee some wisdom that would help my future life. After describing my goal, I divided it into subgoals and made some action plans.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/11/10/annual_report Last week, our HR group turned in an annual report. We assigned each group member parts to work on. I... http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/11/10/annual_report MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Fri, 10 Nov 2006 23:04:11 EST Last week, our HR group turned in an annual report. We assigned each group member parts to work on. I worked on writing about the actions we took to achieve our designated goals. Our goal was to achieve maximum productivity, low turnover rate, and high morale. As I went through the results of the past four quarters, I was very happy. It was interesting to see how every action had an impact on the company. Even the smallest change had a great change on our results. Also, looking at the graphs gave a good illustration of how our company was performing.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/11/10/harrahs_casino_case Harrah's Casino case was very helpful because it showed me a real example of management. It closely related to what... http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/11/10/harrahs_casino_case MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Fri, 10 Nov 2006 22:24:09 EST Harrah's Casino case was very helpful because it showed me a real example of management. It closely related to what we were doing in our HR simulation group. It was interesting to see how employees responded to the company strategy. For example, Harrah's had an incentive plan that rewarded employees who improved customer service goals. The bonus payout was not a lot of money, but it was very symbolic. I liked how the system was symbolic. I personally think that if we have a personal relationship with employees, it boosts morale more. As we learned in class, personal relationship between employer and employees is very important.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/11/08/feedback Today's class discussion was about feedback. It was very helpful to hear numerous techniques about how to give and receive... http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/11/08/feedback MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Wed, 08 Nov 2006 00:23:54 EST Today's class discussion was about feedback. It was very helpful to hear numerous techniques about how to give and receive feedback. Personally, I respect and enjoy feedback. I can review myself and get an opportunity to look at myself at a different point of view. However, there are times when I do not want feedback. When I am doing something that I do not like and have no intention to improve, I do not want feedback. For example, during high school, even though I did not quite enjoy playing tennis, there was a time I had to be in a tennis team. I was not good at tennis and I knew it. When the coach gave me a feedback, I was not so comfortable. The feedback was encouraging, but I did not want to hear feedback that I did not ask for. Other than that, I usually appreciate feedback.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/11/07/postit_exercise Yesterday in class, we did an exercise using Post-its. We each had about 17 Post-its. Before any instructions, I was... http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/11/07/postit_exercise MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Tue, 07 Nov 2006 22:54:14 EST Yesterday in class, we did an exercise using Post-its. We each had about 17 Post-its. Before any instructions, I was very confused about what to do with them. They were actually for an exercise that was designed to help us start the second part of the learning plan. We had to write our dreams on the Post-its. First of all, I wrote down my important values, which reminded me of the "My Values" exercise. I quickly wrote down happiness, healthiness, wisdom, successful career, and friendship. After that, I wrote down some small dreams, such as traveling around the world and getting a puppy. After some discussion of the exercise, Professor Johnson summed up the discussion with a PowerPoint presentation. From the presentation, I really liked the quote, "A goal is a dream with a deadline." Overall, this Post-it exercise gave me a good idea about what to do in my learning plan part II.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/11/07/my_values Recently in class, there was an exercise that reminded me of the "My Values" exercise. It was a very helpful... http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/11/07/my_values MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Tue, 07 Nov 2006 22:00:30 EST Recently in class, there was an exercise that reminded me of the "My Values" exercise. It was a very helpful exercise because I was able to clarify my values and beliefs. According to the exercise, my ten most important values were competent, economic security, family happiness, family security, friendship, happiness, logical, health, responsibility, and wisdom. After singling out some, my top five values narrowed down to happiness, family happiness, friendship, wisdom, and responsibility. I believe that my values and beliefs will contribute to the foundation of my future career. They will play an important role in shaping my career possibilities. I believe that an intelligent responsible person, who values social relationships, would be suitable for a business-related job.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/10/12/learning_plan_part_1 Last Monday, I turned in the first part of my learning plan. The learning plan was a special experience for... http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/10/12/learning_plan_part_1 MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Thu, 12 Oct 2006 21:04:10 EST Last Monday, I turned in the first part of my learning plan. The learning plan was a special experience for me. I have never written a paper like this before. At first, to write eight to 10 pages about myself seemed to be difficult, but it was not at all. It was fun to compile all the information I gathered from class. As I was writing the paper, I felt I was learning more about myself. It was wonderful to see how I had many sources to hear from. It gave me various views of my life. Also, interviewing two people engaged in my desired career gave me a clearer understanding of my future.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/10/12/mock_interview On September 22, I had a mock interview with Ms. Rambert from Sherwin Williams. Even though it was not a... http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/10/12/mock_interview MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Thu, 12 Oct 2006 20:46:17 EST On September 22, I had a mock interview with Ms. Rambert from Sherwin Williams. Even though it was not a real interview, because it was my very first interview, it gave me a strong impression. There were some aspects that I was surprised to see in myself and other parts where I needed improvements. I tried to face the interview based on what I have learned in class, but it did not turn out as I wanted to. My overall interview would have turned out better if I generally had more strong examples to support my answers. I should keep that in mind in order to have a more successful interview.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/10/10/lsi The Learning Style Inventory (LSI) is a survey designed to help me find the best way I learn. Based on... http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/10/10/lsi MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Tue, 10 Oct 2006 21:34:06 EST The Learning Style Inventory (LSI) is a survey designed to help me find the best way I learn. Based on my answers to several questions, the inventory shows my best learning style. There are four different learning modes: concrete experience (CE), reflective observation (RO), abstract conceptualization (AC), and active experimentation (CE). Among the four modes, I have the most emphases on the reflective observation (RO). If we combine the four modes, I get a more accurate result of my learning style. According to the combined result, I am a diverger. A person with divergent learning style has strong imaginative ability and awareness of people and problem. To develop my learning skills, I should try to be sensitive to people’s feelings and values, listen with an open mind, gather information, and imagine the implications of uncertain situations. I am glad to see how MGMT 250 helps to develop myself.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/10/09/mbti The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) represented my personality in a unique way. I grumbled while doing the long assessment, but... http://blog.case.edu/jxc178/2006/10/09/mbti MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Mon, 09 Oct 2006 23:30:56 EST The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) represented my personality in a unique way. I grumbled while doing the long assessment, but I was excited to get the results back in class. Before getting the results back, we also did a self-select preference exercise. I was surprised to see the two results match exactly. My reported MBTI type was ISTJ; I for introversion, S for sensing, T for thinking, and J for judging. Some of my classmates said the results did not represent them at all, but I was quite amazed by the result. I had many similarities with the result. I am a quiet, but serous person, deciding logically based on practical observation. Organizing and scheduling makes my life more convenient. It is great to see how I can see my personality categorized. I would be able to use this result to develop myself for my future.

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