Written Communication

This chapter has helped me recognize that I can strengthen my written communication in the following ways.--- Proofread and do not write when I am upset! I realize that often times if I get upset or aggravated and have to write, I can tell that my attitude comes through in the words and structure that I use. Also, I need to proofread better, and be more precise when I am trying to get someone to understand how to do something. I realize that I will tell someone that "this needs to be done" but not telling them how to do it, just in case they do not know.

Work Ethic- RESPECT

Respect is defined as a feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements. I agree with that, but I think that respect goes further than just admiration. I may not necessary like a person, but I will still respect them or the title that they hold. The old saying--to get respect, you have to give respect!--is so true. You have to treat me, the same way you want to be treated regardless of the situation. Respect will take people a long way in life and business, because respect is HIGH on a lot of peoples ethic standards.

Week 9 / File Managment

What is the distinction between a file and a folder? A file is defined as a document that holds information. A folder is defined as a placement that contains files. As far as file and folders are concerned when it comes to computers--the icons will help you determine between the two. A file will have the icon for which the document was created in---word, excel, access, etc. A folder icon will be one that looks like a folder.

WE #2 - Attendance

Attendance is defined as the action or state of being present. Your attendance speaks volumes for your work ethic and how much you care about your fellow co-workers. As an employee, you have to be present in order to complete tasks that are assigned to you as an individual, or to help out on a team project. Employers look at people with a great attendance record as dependable and trustworthy, and this will be the people who move forward in their career.

I can honestly say that I do work on my assigned schedule days, but I sometimes have the habit of being late. Lateness reflects on my attendance because I often get told by my supervisors "better late then not at all!" So, for myself I need to work on being on time!

My Future Role as a Leader

“This material has helped me think about my future role as a leader in the following ways.”.... that I need to learn to stand up and be a leader instead of a follower. Often times I chose not to make decisions because I hate to be wrong, and I hate to have others disappointed in me. However, I know sometimes I get so disgusted when certain things don't go right (just say with a project) and I know that I could have made a difference, but I choose to sit back and not say anything. I will have to work on my attitude and my non-verbal communication skills in order to become a leader.

WE #1 - Character

Character is the ethics, values, and morals that someone has installed in them. Your character defines how another person "sees" you and thinks of you. Character could be everything from; trusting, dependable, honest, hardworking, good moral standing, etc. Often times, employers will look at a person's character when considering hiring them or promoting them. I think that character traits are learned at a young age, from the environment you are raised in. --- The one character trait that I know I have in me, but I do struggle with sometimes is--being dependable to be on time! I will procrastinate doing things until later, that often makes me run late for an appointment or to work. This is not an everyday event, but it does happen!

Personal Ethics

Life Principles:

1. honest
2. intergity
3. trustworthly
4. responsible
5. determined
6. flexible
7. loving
8. dependable
9. selfless
10. OLD

I believe ethics are our principles and beliefs that we have instilled in us and that we use in our personal life and professional lives. The ethics that we have and use will help us in determining if and how we react to situations. Most people who are hard-workers, dependable, and responsible are that one's who were raised on good, moral standards which develops into great work ethic traits. The development of ethics lead to how you live your life: life principles. If you choose, to always be dependable, then that is how you will lead your life, no matter what circumstances may occur. People will good. solid principles are the ones that succeed in life and are "rich" regardless of financial wealth.