150 words pre question, total 2 Questions 300 words
DISCUSSION QUESTION #1 (3 total points):
In the La Duke article, “Managing Your Career Like a Business” (Links to an external site.), https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/282542 he identifies 5 key tips for career success. Review the article and then respond to this question for your initial post:
Which of the 5 tips discussed in the article do you find to be most important for you in your career path? Explain why and how you will use this tip to help you in your career.
DISCUSSION QUESTION #2 (3 total points):
Based on the class lesson, videos, and articles related to Managing Up, please make your posts based around the following scenario:
You are fairly new to your role in the company. Your direct supervisor is approachable, friendly, and values collaborative work. However, she/he is very busy and not always accessible. Being that your role is new, there are high expectations for success in your department’s area. Your supervisor is very data driven and values statistical analysis to make decisions and inform the direction that the organization takes. The latest project that you’re working on involves developing a training program that will be used for your company’s clients. You must develop the program and make a presentation to the entire department before implementing the program with your clients. How can you utilize this scenario to effectively “manage up” with your supervisor?