Advice

As a student of Anglea Roger's english 304 business writitng class there are only a few things to worry about. First, although the work is not that difficult you should make sure to keep on track and just to complete every assignment. She does not grade very hard, but will penalize your for not completing your assignments. When you get into your groups for the big semester long project make sure you will be compatable with everyone becuase you will be working with them quite a bit. Lastly, just go to class to make sure you do not fall behind, I guess this is true for any course though.

eithical lapses

I believe this was a very interesting article to read, but wish they would have given some actual examples of ethical lapses in the work place. Sexual harrassment, poor treatment, racism or sexism.... just give me some kind of example so I know exactly what kind of eithical lapses we are talking about here. Overall the article was very good in describing the statistics of this problem found in workplaces throughout America. It is quite intersting to hear this from a study becasue I have heard about such problems from people I know in their own work environment. To combat this problem communication lines must be opened and remain easy for employees to talk to each other and their managers. If not these ethical lapses will continue to go undetected and the frustration levels will continue to rise in the workplace.

web v. paper

I believe that writing on the web and on paper are very similar because both relay the thoughts and feelings that the writer is trying to convey or tell to the reader. No matter how the words are relayed (typed or handwritten) the meaning will not really change, although handwritten letters can be much more personal than typed. They are different in the fact that typing can be faster because of the technology used such as microsoft word. Programs such as word will correct mistakes automatically, perform spell check, and give suggestions for words and phrases. Writing on paper lends itself to many more gramatical errors and can be sloppy and unlegible. When converting a handwritten document to the web the format would be the most important thing to keep in mind so the style and meaning are not changed.

free write

This week I have decided to just write about what has been going on and what I am looking forward to in the future. Spring break might have been the best time I have had in a while. I went to Cabo San Lucas Mexico and quickly discovered that it was a very wild and intense place. Also it was my first time going out of the country so that just added to the excitement of the whole trip. The weather there was almost perfect becasue it was about 83 during the day but it did get a little cold at night. Either way the weather was much nicer there than here; when we landed in atlanta it was 50 degrees outside which was kinda depressing. Lately I have been slacking off in school which is nothing new but I need to pick that up as the end of the semester is nearing. I am really looking forward to the summer but I am taking a maymester and summer I course so there will still be work to get done. I just need a break, and one more thing I think I might be going to Atlanta on monday night to see the Braves home opener.

free write

This week I have decided to write just about everything that is going on right now. School is starting to pile up and there is much work to be done that I really do not feel like doing, but ill get it done anyway. Clemson basketball is doing quite well and actually has a chance for the NCAA tournament this year so lets hope they don't mess that one up. The football team had a great recruiting class this year ranked #2 by ESPN, so things are looking quite good for next season. Overall things are pretty much the same as always, peace.

cover letter

I do agree with most of the advice given in this piece of writing mainly becuase it does point out some key points in regards to a cover letter. The section that let me know how to market myself was the most helpful telling me to first market myself to the company and then the product to the customers. I learned that the cover letter is usually read after the resume which somewhat suprised me becuase it comes first. Also I learned the cover letter is mostly about the company and what its possibilities are and not yourself.

Interviewing

The two articles I read were about the ten biggest interview killers, and answers to five key questions before taking a job. I found both of these articles to be interesting becuase they have helped me realize a few key principles of interviewing. First, I have learned that no matter what you must do anything possible not to kill the interview. The most important tips would be to never ramble, have bad non verbal communication. and especially not to appear to be to needy. You are trying to sell yourself so you must always be confident, stay on subject, not be to excited, and remember to be different and unique. The second article set aside five answers to key questions before attending an interview. The most important questions I thought were to ask about a typical week on the job, and inquire about the unspoken rules. I think these were the most important becuase it is important to know what you are getting into, and also what is expected of you. If you go into an interview knowing these things you will be more prepared to answer questions and for the job if hired.

persuasive critique

I chose to read a speech written by John F. Kennedy and compare it to the MLK letter and our in class presentation. This particular speech is the Ask not what your country can do for you........ I am not sure if Kennedy actually wrote this speech or not, but he does a great job of motivating the American people by hitting them in the hearts. Everything he mentions can directly be connected to pathos becasue Kennedy wanted to appeal to the emotions of the American people to get them thinking the way he did. I also think much of MLK's letter was pathos because he wanted to get people thinking and feeling that what was going on in that time period was morally wrong, and for people to realize the pain African Americans were experiencing. As for the presentation in class by the recruiters I believe it mostly exemplified logos becuase there were lots of facts and data given in their presentation for the army. They told us of the opportunities we would have and tried to also appeal to our emotions a little by telling us how important the army was and how important it made them feel. Overall the MLK letter was the most persuasive to me because of he eloquent language. LINK (http://www.famousquotes.me.uk/speeches/John_F_Kennedy/5.htm)

Ten years from now

In ten years of course I am not completely sure where I will be, but there are many aspirations I have. After college I hope to move to a large city and work in the business world maybe in sales or some other similar position. I eventually would not mind moving back to Columbia mainly to become a part of the family business, but becuase I enjoyed growing up there and I would like to experience it at a different stage in my life. Job wise at this point I hope to be involved in real estate managment and possibly development. I also would like to be somewhat of a entrepreneur and have a small business or two for other sources of income. I plan on being active in sports and basically just having fun with what I'm doing.

week 2 blog

Now, I'd like you to respond. What do you think the title of the video means? How does Web 2.0 affect someone who is ready to enter the workforce? How does it affect people who are already in the workforce? What do you think it means when it says that we will have to rethink everything?

I think that this video shows us how futuristic our world already is. Although we say computers do this and do that, we are training these machines and teaching them more and more everyday. Whethere this is good or bad, i do not know, but it is somewhat scary to think about. Web 2.0 affects someone who is ready to enter the workforce becuase it enables them to communicate better, work more effeciently, and learn at a faster rate, which will in turn allow them to be better workers. People who are already in the workforce might also obtain similar positive affects, but many may have to learn more about the web, take classes, and become more technologically savy before they can us it to its full potential. When it says we will have to rethink everything I believe they are just letting us know that the world continues to change. We can not one day decide to change how the world works, but in turn be open to small changes that occur around us every day.

introduction

I am a senior at Clemson University, but i plan on graduating a semester late. I have enjoyed my time at Clemson and plan on continuing to do so. I love all sports especially football, baseball, basketball, golf, and snow skiing. I will watch any sport except for soccer because I find it quite boring. I am a Sport Management major and do not plan on using my major when I graduate. I would like to go into some part of the business world, basically whatever interests me at the time I will do. I am 21 years old and I am from Columbia SC. I am looking forward to this class and would like to make the best grade possible.