Managing Rhymes

I'm not much of a poet
Haven't got that kind of time
But when I think of management
It makes me wanna rhyme

Plan, organize
Lead and control
It sounds like such a chore
But all you need is a goal

Observe different cultures
Stay close with your values
Keep an open mind
And find your muse

Lead with a vision

And communicate what you know

Remember to be ethical

It's the way to go

Whether we're dropping some eggs
Or building with blocks
Teamwork is key
To beat the ticking clock

Got problems? Find some solutions
Use power to influence a bit
Invest, imagine, incubate, and improve
That's all there is to it!

My goal is not physical

Not really socialization

In the end it's all

About self-actualization

From day to day we manage ourselves
With so much to do and so little time
Let's try to manage together
You give the reason I got the rhyme

Blog Blog Blog

When Professor Kurpis said, in the beginning of the semester, that everyone had to have a blog for this management class, I did not like the idea at all. I knew that meant that we would have a lot of writing assignments throughout the semester, and I would have more work to worry about. Plus, I don't exactly enjoy writing about things I learn in school. After I wrote my 1st blog entry (about culture), I realized it wasn't so bad. I actually kind of enjoyed it, but I figured the entries would get tougher. As I kept on blogging, I was able to express myself in different ways through the topics that were assigned to us. Even though I did kind of like it, I was hoping he wouldn't give us so many to do. But every time I start writing a new post, I really get into it, and it's never so bad. I think the fact that we have to comment on other peoples blogs is a good idea. It gives us a chance to get to know the personalities and ideas of our classmates.We can compare the views of different people and gain various perspectives. It also gives us a chance to make new friends. Every time we do a class activity, we usually get assigned another blog topic, relating to that activity and how it relates to a certain topic of management we learned, or will learn. Blogging about things like that really lets someone give their point of view and understanding of the subject matter. I think that a lot can be learned from the professor's blog as well. He's had more than enough experience in the management world, and it would be smart to get as much knowledge from him as possible. This blog allowed the students to control 20% of our grade, which is an easy 20% to obtain. All we have to do is write about our ideas; there are no right or wrong answers. I'm not sure if I'll continue blogging after I'm done with this management class, but I think the blog should remain a component in this class because it allows the students to be creative and speak freely. It's a good way to express oneself in any way possible, and it could serve as a decent stress reliever.