Presentations

During the past week, the class has been exposed to a variety of topics through the PowerPoint presentations. I've enjoyed listening to everyone speak about their topics, and I felt that they were all very interesting. However, there were three presentations that stood out in my opinion and were very enjoyable. I personally feel that Malesha's presentation about drive-through etiquette, Kelly's about tips for surviving in a large family, and Holmes' about why one should own an aquarium were the most enjoyable.

The three presentations mentioned above stood out the most for me because they all had one thing in common. Not only were each the topics interesting and unique, but most of all, they contained a sense of humor. The speakers were very effective in that they grabbed the attention of their audience, and they immediately took control of the topic at hand. In particular, Malesha was very passionate about how one should behave when entering a drive through, and she incorporated some of her personal experiences to make it more interesting. Kelly's presentation was great also in that her tips were very useful but humorous as well. I think that she allowed everyone in the class to see how things work in a large family, and she did so in an effective manner. Lastly, Holmes' speech about why one should own an aquarium was very funny as well. He incorporated points into his presentation that made it one of the best for me.

Overall, I feel that these presentations were the best because regardless of the topics, the speakers attacked them in manners which caused the audience to stay engaged. Not only was I engrossed throughout each one, but I also learned about the speakers and their interests. I really enjoyed all of the presentations, but these were the most memorable for me.

Cover Letter Response

Overall, I felt that this was a fairly reliable source, and the advice that was given about cover letters was rather informative. First of all, I totally agree with the point that was emphasized about the best use of a cover letter. I also believe that a cover letter should be utilized solely as a target to reach employers, and that there's no use for it if one is unsure about the goals or duties of the company in question. In addition, I agree that the cover letter should not be used as a sort of "crutch" and sent to as many companies as possible. As the tutorial pin-pointed, it should be utilized in an efficient manner in direct marketing instead. On the other hand, I don't agree with the pointer which stated that a P.S. should be used for emphasis. In my opinion, including a P.S. on a cover letter does not display professionalism. This is one example of how I believe the source failed to be reliable.

The section of the tutorial most helpful to me is the cover letter checklist. Although it has some flaws, it provides a sort of guideline for one to follow when writing a cover letter. It can prevent one from forgetting an important portion of the letter or from making it too lengthy. In addition, the sample cover letter is also very useful. It provides an example of an effective cover letter that can be viewed which will allow one to see how to write one successfully as well as what points to emphasize. When writing my cover letter for class, I definitely plan to use the cover letter checklist, so that I can use some of the good advice it provides but also learn from its mistakes. That way, I can insure that my cover letter is complete and well-written.

Client Project

I felt that the client visit was very informative and interesting overall. The discussion motivated me to think of various ways in which we could get involved and make a positive impact through the "Healthy Campus Initiative." Specifically, the discussion about the organic farm caught my attention the most. I think that the farm is a great resource that we can utilize to get this project up and running. One issue is that I had never heard about the farm until the client visit, so I think that promoting and spreading the word about the farm could be an excellent way to start. In addition, the organic farm could sell so many of its products on campus a couple of days a week. That way, more students would be aware of it, and they would be able to purchase healthy foods while on campus.

The way in which the project is headed is still a little bleak to me, and I am still unsure about how we are going to make this collaboration between all the groups work collectively. However, I am confident that the project is manageable and that if each group works effectively, we can make it work. Overall, I am excited about the project, and I look forward to working with my group in order to make a difference through "Healthy Campus Initiative."

Interview Mistakes Response

After reading the article about the common mistakes made in a job interview, I thought that the advice was fairly helpful. Many of the points mentioned seem obvious, but on many occasions during interviews, they are totally forgotten. It seems plausible that the mistakes which were listed as the top ten in the article could be prevalent in interviews. For example, two of the points mentioned in the article stated, "Don't give false/promissory or inaccurate information in your response" and "Don't forget to follow up." Often times people miss out on job opportunities because they forget to send a thank-you note or some type of follow-up after the interview and in some situations, people are untruthful during the interview and often make false impressions.

I had an interview for a position a couple of years ago in a field that was highly competitive. Prior to attending the interview, I insured that I was well-prepared by researching interview tips and making sure that I was familiar with the job description. During the interview, I was asked various questions, and although some of them were difficult, I was equipped to answer them. In the end, it turned out to be a successful interview. I earned the position, and my success was accounted for by my poise and preparation before hand.

Job interviews are very important when it comes to gaining a job opportunity. It is imperative that one researches the position of interest and knows the job description well before going into the interview. One must display confidence and highlight his/her assets in the appropriate manner when it's time to step up and answer/ask questions during the interview. In addition, the manner in which one presents him/herself as far as physical appearance is important as well. One must dress appropriately and present him/herself in a proficient manner when attending the interview in order to show his/her dedication and professionalism.