Week 8 Assignment

The classes I will be taking next are Accounting II and Intro to Business for the first session, followed by Business Computer, and Microeconomics for the second session.  Actually I have an interest in all of the classes but the two that stands out the most are Intro to Business and Business Computer.  These two classes have a great deal to do with my current learning styles and I feel they both will enhance my learning skills.   My position at my present job is highly related to business and the majority of my duties involve communicating professionally through computers; office and computer experience are a must at my current job.  For the type of career I plan to pursue, once I obtain my Bachelor Degree, I feel these two classes will contribute enormously for the goal I have set in place to become an Administrative Operation Manager.  Based on my research for the career I have chosen, Intro to Business and Business Computer will definitely prepare me for the goals I plan to reach.  

Week 7

I found it interesting that there are high demands for Administrative Operation Manager throughout the United States especially in State Government offices.  Some of the locations included are San Jose, CA, Newark, NJ, Houston, TX, Atlanta, GA, Hartford, CT, and New York City, NY.  Several years ago I would not have considered relocating, but now, today, I would consider relocating especially if it is a great opportunity for me.  Also, I feel like changes are a good experience for life.  I would have the opportunity to experience new venues in life that I probably would not be able to by residing in one location.  I think it would be a good experience because I would have the opportunity to regroup and have a fresh start in planning my life.  On the other hand, there are several reasons I would not want to relocate; family being number one.  I have a large family consisting of five sisters and one brother along with my father and daughter who all have lived in the same state our entire life.  We are a very close family who take annual vacations together and have several family get-togethers regularly.  I’m the youngest of my siblings, and at time they tend to forget that I am an adult.  Informing them that I was relocating would be very hard news to deliver.  But overall, I would consider relocating and my family would eventually accept it, support my decision, and be happy for me.     

Week 6 Assignment

Once I complete my degree, the career I plan to choose is in Management.  One of the positions I am interested in is Administrative Operations Manager.  For this type of career, the requirements are to have a Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration, Management, or other related field; three years of administrative experience, one of which must have been at the supervisory level.  I will be well qualified for this type of career once I obtain my degree because I have several years of administrative and supervisory experience.  The annual salary range for this career, depending on the employer, varies from $47,300 to $129,800; the average salary is $64,000.00.  Several businesses, especially state government, have a strong demand for administrative operation managers because of their involvements of daily planning, coordinating, and supervising.  Because of these types of requests, I think it will always be a big demand for someone with this type of experience and degree.

Week 5 Assignment

Some of the techniques I have found to be successful for studying is not to wait until the last minute to study. I disconnect from the television and telephone so I can concentrate on my assignment.  Reading in chunks, taking notes, and creating my own questions have become some of my favorite techniques for studying.      

I build my confidence by preparing, relating, and understanding what I am doing.  As long as I know the material and feel knowledgeable about what I am doing, my confidence is built, because I have a sense of security about trusting my actions and decisions.

Week 4 Assignment

 

My “game plan” for managing my time is to make sure I have a well-planned game that I know is actually going to work for me.

Making a to-do list and trying to stick to it works tremendously for me.  In preparing my list, I prioritize my tasks in the order of what cannot be compromise and ensure they are done accordingly as planned.  When I see an opportunity to get something extra done, I take advantage of it and in term this will allow me to have some additional “me” time.

Managing work, family, school, and my social life can become very challenging at time. Work is probably the most easiest to manage because it is a must, and my schedule is automatically set in place for it.  Spending time with my family and friends is very important to me.  So one of the best ways I manage it, while I am continuing my education, is creating a calendar and highlighting the days and time I use for studying/homework.  As long I continue to stick to it, I still have plenty of time for my family and friends.   

One main thing I have to continue to practice is to procrastinate as little as possible.

My motto for not procrastinating is “JUST DO IT”

Week 3: Career and Educational Goals

My career goal is to get to a point in my life when my job is not just work that I am assigned to do because it has to be done, but a task that I enjoy doing.  I actually enjoy my job with the company I am currently employed at, but I would like to be able to contribute more and get to a point when my job is also considered as a hobby for me.  I choose to say hobby, because I want to be in a position when I look forward to going to work and getting excited about what I am going to get accomplish.    At this current moment, what I know I am capable of doing and also what I can contribute to enhance the company is limited due to the title I now hold.  Once I reach my educational goal, which is to obtain my Bachelor, and then work on my Master degree, I will have the opportunity to move forward with my plans to be in a higher position at work and utilize my skills professionally, so I can make authoritative decisions along with innovational changes.  At this moment, I am actually excited just thinking about it; because I know it is going to happen…soon.   

Week 2 Comprehensive Assignment

My current employment is at DeKalb County Government where I work in the Department Planning & Sustainability; Current Planning.  My job consists of providing citizens with essential information they will need to do business in DeKalb County.  When someone is interested in rezoning, developing, or starting a business, I am usually one of the first people for them to contact.

I am returning to school because obtaining my Bachelor Degree is something I always wanted to do.  It will also broaden the range for enhancing my career.  At my current employment, I have had to past up many opportunities and promotions due to the extent of my education.  So returning to school to acquire my Bachelor Degree (and maybe my Master) will definitely work in my favor for advancements.