https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc Module 1-8 entries en-us 2017-04-30 01:53:16 UTC 2017-05-05 02:51:37 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Basketball.png millaedfawaz https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/169036856 One thing I learned in module one is the different types of management styles and the benefits of each. Such as Steve Jobs, who is a visionary but does not deal with interpersonal conflict well.

This video I linked is from the Jobs movie and it accurately depicts how dedicated Jobs is, and it is part of what made him a great manager.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZM_I2uwOfXw]]> 2017-04-30 02:32:47 UTC https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/169036856 millaedfawaz https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/169037051 I defined management as "the ability to deal with conflicts successfully" and I would say that the best managers are the ones that can remain calm under pressure.

I used Michael Scott from The Office as an example of composed managers because even when his company was losing money he still tried to keep employee morale high.
http://www.businessnewsdaily.com/images/i/000/008/678/original/michael-scott-the-office.PNG?1432126986]]> 2017-04-30 02:43:48 UTC https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/169037051 millaedfawaz https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170002241 A highly debated topic in the business world is business ethics, especially among the biggest corporations. Some companies such as Publix try to push a positive corporate social responsibility in order to increase growth.

One example of bad business ethics is Enron, who were able to hide billions of dollars in debt from their consumers and employees.
http://www.cnn.com/2013/07/02/us/enron-fast-facts/

]]> 2017-05-04 17:15:56 UTC https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170002241 millaedfawaz https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170005011 Diversity can lead to out-of-box thinking and innovation, although sometimes too much diversity can lead to organizations losing time, which inherently loses money.

An example of negative diversity in the workplace is resistance to change, for example CEO of AlphaMeasure states cultural diversity leads to stubbornness and inability to adapt.
http://smallbusiness.chron.com/negative-effects-diversity-workplace-18443.html]]> 2017-05-04 17:25:37 UTC https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170005011 millaedfawaz https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170009412 My biggest take away from Module 3 is the increased responsibility when it comes to leading a global brand. The awareness of different cultures, languages, law and trade agreements is a lot to handle, and one company that handles it well is Apple.

Apple as a brand is marketed all across the world for its simplicity and advanced functionality in its technology.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Cj8_bHxVEAAhcwI.jpg]]> 2017-05-04 17:40:12 UTC https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170009412 millaedfawaz https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170079723 A key component of being a productive manager is making the executive decision and being sure that it will work. One way I am implementing decision making in my life is by not second guessing myself and going along with my first plan in order to increase self reliance.

Jeff Bezos has very astute observations and takes those observations into account when it comes to Amazon's collaborations with other brands, such as Twitch and Zappos
https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/215339/the-complete-guide-to-everything-owned-by-amazon]]> 2017-05-05 00:56:11 UTC https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170079723 millaedfawaz https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170081302 Something I personally took from Module 4 is the aspect of organizational communication and how communication can get distorted along the grapevine.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFWJuUgGvEE]]> 2017-05-05 01:15:22 UTC https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170081302 millaedfawaz https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170082844 Strategic planning is something that is pushed on me constantly in my job at Publix. Strategic planning is such a big aspect of Publix's foundation because through time, consistency is what keeps the company thriving ahead of the competition.

http://corporate.publix.com/-/media/images/corporate/heroes/small/store-1419_fortmill_sc.ashx?h=340&la=en&w=642&hash=056AD4122B9E1F803F0835E0E74C0E3DD0947CCB]]> 2017-05-05 01:36:19 UTC https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170082844 millaedfawaz https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170083108 The biggest take away from module 5 is the importance of letting your employees lead. Some bosses do not trust their subordinates so delegation is minimal.

An example of proper delegation can be found in Trader Joes, the stores allow most employees to take the initiative on many tasks, and calling on managers is only done when the employees need it.
Joke at 4:30
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YVUCvLnRDk]]> 2017-05-05 01:39:31 UTC https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170083108 millaedfawaz https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170084076 Organizational culture can improve employee relations, that is why Mom and Pop shops are so conventional is due to their positive organizational culture.

http://theweek.com/articles/534032/how-momandpop-businesses-thrive-21st-century]]> 2017-05-05 01:51:02 UTC https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170084076 millaedfawaz https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170084638 The biggest takeaway from module 6 is the value that HR holds. Providing surveys and showing that employees voices are heard can boost morale.

Walmart employees boost customer satisfaction
http://fortune.com/2016/06/02/walmart-employee-satisfaction/]]> 2017-05-05 01:59:02 UTC https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170084638 millaedfawaz https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170086478 Module six taught me about the value that headhunters add and how common they are with the advancement of technology giving them a bigger foundation.

A headhunter recently contacted me from Monster, below is the site that contacted me
http://americanincomelife-arias.com/]]> 2017-05-05 02:21:29 UTC https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170086478 millaedfawaz https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170087530 Leadership comes in many forms and some of the best leaders thrive when they adapt their own experiences to their cause. For example, Donald Trumps campaign advertises his business savvy in helping the american economy out of debt.

Gary Gulman jokes about Donald Trump net worth
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpyBfz7zzXc]]> 2017-05-05 02:29:07 UTC https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170087530 millaedfawaz https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170087876 Motivation is a demanding task that is left up to management in order to keep company morale at an all time high in order for the organization to work at its fullest.

One form of motivation is through extrinisic rewards, such as trophies or plaques.
http://i.onionstatic.com/avclub/5554/95/16x9/960.jpg]]> 2017-05-05 02:32:12 UTC https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170087876 millaedfawaz https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170088397 I was unaware of the importance of performance evaluations prior to this module. Companies take standards very serious in order to avoid tipping.

County of San Mateo's performance planning
http://hr.smcgov.org/performance-planning-goal-setting]]> 2017-05-05 02:37:38 UTC https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170088397 millaedfawaz https://padlet.com/millaedfawaz/pgv94fd4q6oc/wish/170089254 An aspect of management that I am interested by and would like to receive certification in is Six Sigma.

Six Sigma certification can lead you into a career in quality problem solving and team building. Six Sigma is a career field I am very interested in pursuing.
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