http://blog.case.edu/psc8/ en-us Sat, 10 Dec 2005 22:28:41 EST Sat, 10 Dec 2005 22:28:41 EST paul.chhakchhuak@case.edu paul.chhakchhuak@case.edu http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Movable Type v3.121 http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/12/10/feedback People should not be afraid of getting feedbacks unless they really know that they messed up. Feedbacks are meant to... http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/12/10/feedback MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sat, 10 Dec 2005 22:28:41 EST People should not be afraid of getting feedbacks unless they really know that they messed up. Feedbacks are meant to help a person perform better or let them know what position or level they are in. IF a person needs to improve in certain skills, then he could be informed through feedback. People should take feedbacks as a positive thing as it will help maintain the company/firm run smoothly wihtout any complications. If one was not informed about his/her poor performance, then how would he/she ever find out? Hence,I beileve that feedbacks are necessary and required to maintain or improve the quality of both the employees and the firm overall. It would minimize any complications and is probably one of the best methods to communicate with the employees.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/12/10/goal_setting As I jotted down my goals on the post it note, I came to realize that most of my goals... http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/12/10/goal_setting MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sat, 10 Dec 2005 19:20:18 EST As I jotted down my goals on the post it note, I came to realize that most of my goals were wealth and power oriented. There were occasional signs of ambition and adventure among my goals but I generally wanted to establish a "status". I thought that the idea of SMART goal was efficient as it gives you a sense of how to achieve your goals. Just writing down the goals down would not help you achive it. You need to take steps and processes. That is what I have not really thought about in the past until Professor Powel brought it up. I have always had life time goals but I have never really thought about the steps to take to achieve it. Hence, I belive that the second part of the Learning Plan would help me get to know myself better and help me realize what steps I need to take to achieve my goals or my ambitious dreams.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/12/10/hr_simulation At first, I did not understand the point of the HR Simulation and thought that it would not be as... http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/12/10/hr_simulation MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sat, 10 Dec 2005 17:11:51 EST At first, I did not understand the point of the HR Simulation and thought that it would not be as fun. However, I was wrong. When I understood how the HR Simulation Project worked, I got excited. The decision making was fun and exciting as I looked forward to the outcome/results of our firm. It seems that our decision making was good as we had outstanding outcomes as the values were higher than the company average. I think that this project was effective as it gave me a sense of what decision making would be like in the real life and what sort of consequences you would need to face based on the decision you made. For example, for one incidient, we decided not to promote both the women who had their priorities on their health and family. We did not expect that they would sue us for sexual discrimination. This result helped me become aware of the consequences that would arise from the decisions I made. It also showed me that we should not make decisions without any second thoughts or thinking thoroughly. Thus, overall, I felt that this group project was effective.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/12/08/last_day_of_class It is quite sad that today is the last day of the MGMT 250 class. It was probably one of... http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/12/08/last_day_of_class MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Thu, 08 Dec 2005 21:36:54 EST It is quite sad that today is the last day of the MGMT 250 class. It was probably one of the courses that I enjoyed taking overall at Case. I enjoyed and liked the fact that this course offered a lot of activities which made the class interesting and exciting. I feel that I have learned a lot about decision making (especially through the HR Simulation Project). Since this class went well, I am looking forward for MGMT 251 and hopefully it would be as fun as this course. A lot of people may complain about how simple and dull this class is because they feel that they are being "babysat", but I came to realize that this class actually helps you think and realize who you really want to be and how to get there (which is what we are sort of doing through the Learning Plan). Hence, this was a great course. I would recommend it to anyone with a business ambition or interest to take it.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/12/06/tom_mendola_case Tom Mendola should be fired because he is not helping the company at all. He was given another chance but... http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/12/06/tom_mendola_case case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Tue, 06 Dec 2005 16:45:51 EST Tom Mendola should be fired because he is not helping the company at all. He was given another chance but he showed lack of enthusiasm and productivity after a month. Continuing to keep him because he is pleading that he is the only one to support his family would not be a smart move as the company overall would be affected by his poor performance. In additon, company should not be tied up with the employee's personal matters. Hence, the company should fire him.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/11/06/harrahs_case I found this case interesting since Harrah's Casino managed to accomplish its goal to acquire a larger share of customer's... http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/11/06/harrahs_case MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sun, 06 Nov 2005 23:50:47 EST I found this case interesting since Harrah's Casino managed to accomplish its goal to acquire a larger share of customer's gaming budgets than their competitors, and increase same-store revenue compared with previous years. Unlike their competitors, they maintained its business efficiently without acquiring new "capital (land, building, technology etc)". Instead, they used gain sharing program. I felt very skeptical with this idea even though Harrah's Casino was successful with it. I felt that in the long run, employees would lose interest and be demotivated to work if the team that they were in did not obtain the rewards they have been working hard for. Hence, I believe that Harrah's should come up with an alternative before employees start to not care.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/11/06/training_methodsactivity I enjoyed the activity we did in class on October 20. Training employees are important in order to obtain efficiency... http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/11/06/training_methodsactivity MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sun, 06 Nov 2005 22:08:18 EST I enjoyed the activity we did in class on October 20. Training employees are important in order to obtain efficiency and productivity. I agree that training methods should not be trite as it would bore and demotivate the employees to learn efficiently. However, training methods should also be specific and straightforward inorder to let the employees know what the company is looking for. For example, employees should be trained to recieve the call in a friendly manner no matter what. Also, there should be alot of activities and simulations because "people learn best by doing".

]]> http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/11/06/motivation I agree that rewards and bonuses motivate workers. Not only does rewards motivate an adult but it certainly does work... http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/11/06/motivation MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sun, 06 Nov 2005 21:32:10 EST I agree that rewards and bonuses motivate workers. Not only does rewards motivate an adult but it certainly does work for children. As a kid, my dad would reward me with money if I acquired good grades. But however, I came to realize that the more I was rewarded, the more I expected it which demotivated me somehow. I believe that this scenario applies to the workers. Hence, one cannot keep on motivating the workers through rewards frequently. But overall, it is a good idea.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/11/06/learning_plan As I was writing the Learning Plan, I came to realize what I really wanted in life. I have always... http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/11/06/learning_plan MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sun, 06 Nov 2005 19:18:48 EST As I was writing the Learning Plan, I came to realize what I really wanted in life. I have always dreamed or thought about it but I have never actually written my goals and ambitions as specifically as I did with the Learning Plan. I started to learn more about myself as I wrote. I think the Learning Plan actually does help you realize who you are and where you are headed. The career interview also helped as I learned more about the position and status I wished to acquire in the future. Overall, I would like to say that the Learning Plan was a great chance for me to understand who I was and what I wanted to be or accomplish.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/11/06/jonah_creightons_case I felt that Jonah did not help Martin at all. He instead, ironically, complicated the situation. Had Jonah talked to... http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/11/06/jonah_creightons_case MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sun, 06 Nov 2005 15:08:16 EST I felt that Jonah did not help Martin at all. He instead, ironically, complicated the situation. Had Jonah talked to Martin about the discrimination issue, Martin would have known not to take the overseas job at all. But Jonah did not and he tried to resolve the issue by himself, which led to his resignation in the end. Martin was hesitant with the two available jobs which led him to talk to the already resigned Jonah (even though Dan advised him not to). After hearing about the discrimination issue from Jonah, Martin decided to take the permanent job offer at Coulding-Henson's Breakfast foods division. However, he was told that job was already taken and that is why I feel that Jonah's action did not help address and resolve the discrimination issue at all.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/10/09/the_five_dysfunctions_of_a_team I learned a lot from the class discussion on the five dysfunctions of a team. The steps of the five... http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/10/09/the_five_dysfunctions_of_a_team MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sun, 09 Oct 2005 23:19:19 EST I learned a lot from the class discussion on the five dysfunctions of a team. The steps of the five dysunctions of a team made sense and the discussion about it taught me how to approach any problems that I may face within my team. Knowing this would certainly help me because it would prevent me to fall into this category. After reading and discussing about the five dysfunctions, it made me realize how crucical it was if a team member fell into this category and did not cooperate or comprehend with other team members. I learned that if nobody does anything to solve any problems that their team member might be causing, then the team as a whole would collapse and fail. What I learned about the five dysfucntions of a team will certainly be in the back of my mind whenever I have to participate in any sort of team work/activity.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/10/09/hr_simulation_group_project I believe that the HR Simulation Group is a great activity because one can learn a lot from it. It... http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/10/09/hr_simulation_group_project MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sun, 09 Oct 2005 23:07:22 EST I believe that the HR Simulation Group is a great activity because one can learn a lot from it. It is a simulation of what really goes on in the business world today. There is a saying "practice make perfect". We are preparing ourselves for the real world by practicing in college. Through the HR Simulation Group exercise, one would not only learn how to deal with things as it is done in the real world, but one would also learn how to work together as a group. Working as a group is very important and the HR simulation project is a great way for us to practice and learn how to work as a group. Overall, I am excited and looking forward to the outcome (and the process) of the HR simulation project.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/10/09/resumemock_interview Though I did not get a chance to have a mock interview due to some sort of miscommunication issue, I... http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/10/09/resumemock_interview case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sun, 09 Oct 2005 19:12:20 EST Though I did not get a chance to have a mock interview due to some sort of miscommunication issue, I still had the opportunity to prepare for it by writing a resume. I have never written a resume in my life and this class was the main reason why I did. I thought that the resume workshop was very effective as it would help me in the future when I am pursuing to get a job. Had it not been for the workshops, I would have still been lost and not know the techniques or the basic idea to write a resume. I feel that the mock interview is clearly a great exercise and a learning experience. Not only does one learn how to write a resume, but one also learns what it feels like to be interviewed. Though I did not get a chance to be interviewed, all my friends told me that it was definitely a positive experience. Hence, I feel like I missed out on a great opportunity to learn something that would be significant in my life. At least I learned how to write a resume.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/10/09/mbti My result from the MBTI test came out to be "ENTJ". I thought that this outcome was accurate once I... http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/10/09/mbti MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sun, 09 Oct 2005 18:01:09 EST My result from the MBTI test came out to be "ENTJ". I thought that this outcome was accurate once I read the description or explanation of what ENTJ meant. It also foreshadowed what I wanted/planned to be in the future (Executive). I thought the MBTI test was helpful because it somewhat helps us realize who we are and what our stance is right now. MBTI test is also helpful when it comes to dividing people in groups because one should not put people with similar or same results to work together because that group would not be as productive or effective. For example, if my group consisted of people that only came up with creative ideas but did not carry it out by doing something about it then we would not be productive. Hence, I strongly believe that the MBTI result is effective in forming groups, which is what happened in the formation of the HR simulation group.

]]> http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/10/09/career_fair Going to the career fair gave me an opportunity to see and understand what kind of jobs were available once... http://blog.case.edu/psc8/2005/10/09/career_fair MGMT250 case cwru Case Western Case Western Reserve University Sun, 09 Oct 2005 16:58:29 EST Going to the career fair gave me an opportunity to see and understand what kind of jobs were available once you graduate. It was helpful talking to representatives from various companies because I got to see what kind of role they had to perform in different companies. As I walked around the career fair, I found a corporation that interested me: Target. Once I introduced myself to the Target representative, I started talking about how I was intereted in international business and how I have never seen any Target complex overseas (whereas Walmart was everywehre). After a good amount of discussion, the Target representative gave me her card and asked me if I would be interested in a summer internship. I still have not made up my mind but I do know that attending the career fair was useful and productive for me.

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