https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith Visual Journal en-us 2019-04-29 19:09:18 UTC 2025-11-20 20:14:46 UTC hello@padlet.com smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355230973 I enjoyed this chapter and reading about Mr. Rodney Adkins and his journey at IBM.  I learned that as a leader you must continue to learn new things in your field even if it means going back to college to better yourself.]]> 2019-04-29 22:51:49 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355230973 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355231398 Managers vs Leaders- Rodney Adkins was both. I aspire to be a  great leader and manager one day. I will continue to study to develop my skills as a leader so that I will continue to be the best that I can be. ]]> 2019-04-29 22:54:48 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355231398 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355232150 Module # 1
IBM’s $18 Billion Man Named BE Corporate Executive of the year. 
Pure Genus and seems to be a very humble person and enjoys what he does. ]]> 2019-04-29 22:59:37 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355232150 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355232682 Rodney Adkins - A great and influent leader who so many people speak very highly of. I am truly glad I was able to learn about Mr. Adkins and his contributions to technology.]]> 2019-04-29 23:02:52 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355232682 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355232915 I feel that out of all the chapters I learned the most from this module. It helped me to understand why it is so important to have diversity in the workplace.  We all can make a positive contribution to our environment if we just work together.]]> 2019-04-29 23:04:47 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355232915 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355233478 I am super excited that my children have opportunities that me an my parents did not have due to a lack of diversity in the workplace. ]]> 2019-04-29 23:09:31 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355233478 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355233717 Module # 2
I applaud laws that require diversity in the workplace. Diversity is what has made the USA a great country.]]> 2019-04-29 23:11:21 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355233717 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355233964 Organizations that do not follow the laws regarding diversity will be fined. I have learned in this chapter that there are many laws  regarding ethics that protect peoples rights so that they will not be taken advantage of or victimized.]]> 2019-04-29 23:13:15 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355233964 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355235044 I enjoyed reading how Marriot built a hotel in Haiti at a time when the country really needed help in their devastation.]]> 2019-04-29 23:20:38 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355235044 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355236210 Very instructing chapter regarding the founders Mark Zuckerberg founder of Facebook faces a  challenge to keep the company relevant with changing technology and the younger generation of users.

]]> 2019-04-29 23:27:38 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355236210 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355236220 Haitian's are showing excitement for the new Marriott hotel. A new a fresh start for many. Marriot you did a great act of kindness to many who needed a hand up.]]> 2019-04-29 23:27:39 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355236220 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355239638 Many times I wonder if with all the planning and decision making, did Mark Zuckerberg know what he was truly getting into when he created Facebook??]]> 2019-04-29 23:44:54 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355239638 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355241152 With the planning a strategic decisions, Facebook has been able to evolve to Worldwide, as having over 2.38 billion monthly active users. ]]> 2019-04-29 23:53:33 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355241152 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355241440 Module 4
Who ever thought Facebook would become a game changer of innovation and social networking.  I can't even imagine what planning and decision making went into this idea called Facebook that started 2/4/2004 in California. Facebook  is now worth $140 billion dollars.]]> 2019-04-29 23:55:11 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355241440 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355241825 I really enjoyed this chapter how it talked about the responsibility of managers and the importance of delegating and utilizing your authority. ]]> 2019-04-29 23:57:25 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355241825 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355242801 Many times as leaders we dont want to delegate, but we must. In addition when we delegate it give someone an opportunity to learn a new skill.]]> 2019-04-30 00:03:41 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355242801 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355243202 Leaders, who are you training as your replacement?  What are you doing to make a difference in the lives of the people that we lead? These are some important question we should be asking.]]> 2019-04-30 00:05:36 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355243202 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355243432 Learning how to delegate is one of the most important skills of a good manager.  No delegation = Burnout + Mass confusion]]> 2019-04-30 00:06:28 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355243432 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355243733 2019-04-30 00:08:05 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355243733 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355244916 When I saw this article and it reminded me that a good leader will help you see your strengths and help teach you to come out of your comfort zone even when you dont want to hear it. ]]> 2019-04-30 00:13:25 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355244916 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355245126 Having what it takes to be a good leader means that we must remember people are depending on us to make a difference In a positive way. What we say as leaders can build someone up or tear them down. ]]> 2019-04-30 00:14:32 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355245126 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355245456 I am fortunate that I currently have a great supervisor. I feel blessed and very fortunate that she is all the items on this list below that describes what makes a great leader. ]]> 2019-04-30 00:16:01 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355245456 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355245705 I enjoyed reading about how American Express motivates their employees to do a great job. The chapter stated to motivate employees, American Express holds meetings to celebrate employees successes, and  offers benefits that reduce absenteeism and  support diversity.

]]> 2019-04-30 00:17:29 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355245705 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355246531 Words of wisdom regarding how to motivate people.  Define the Goals,  ie..such as a 2 week goal, and reward those who meet the goals. This helps motivates people to strive to reach the goals they have and keeps their minds from drifting. ]]> 2019-04-30 00:21:22 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355246531 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355246891 Even though we go through pain and challenges when we are trying to accomplish a goal, we must remember that the pain is only for a moment. The pain if we allow it can build our character and will help us to be stronger to face other challenges we will be faced with.]]> 2019-04-30 00:23:09 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355246891 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355247460 One aspect of a great leader is to be able to motivate and show concerns for others. Knowing that your leader believes in you and is supporting you makes learning from them so much more pleasant and easy to do. ]]> 2019-04-30 00:26:09 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355247460 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355247948 I truly enjoyed reading about how Enterprise trains there managers from within. It's great to know that jobs like Enterprise has opportunities such as the management program available to help employee grow in there careers.]]> 2019-04-30 00:28:38 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355247948 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355249337 This reminds me of all those that may have started from the bottom and worked there way up through the management program at Enterprise. If you aim high you can reach your dreams]]> 2019-04-30 00:34:56 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355249337 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355249610 Enterprise is a very diverse company and all are welcome to apply to the management program. I great candidate for the program will be assertive, trustworthy, confident, dedicated, and hardworking.]]> 2019-04-30 00:36:18 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355249610 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355249801 This video explains in detail the great opportunities that Enterprise offers in there management program. Anyone wanting more information about this great training opportunity  can go to you tube where more information  is available.]]> 2019-04-30 00:37:29 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355249801 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355250486 Marriot is one of the many companies that stepped in to make a difference in Haiti as they were rebuilding by providing .food, shelter, food and water to the people.]]> 2019-04-30 00:41:05 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355250486 smitpe3 https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355262050 My heart goes out to Haiti. Thank you to those who have given in the efforts to help assist and rebuild Haiti.]]> 2019-04-30 01:37:18 UTC https://padlet.com/smitpe3/man2021Smith/wish/355262050