Communication

Having a blog was a unique and a little weird thing for me. I usually make fun of those who have had Xangas, Livejournals, and other types of blogs who spill out their feelings and remind themselves and others how much their lives suck everyday. So in essence, I had become what I had mocked...a blogger. Sure it was for school and had nothing to do with my pathetic and overdramatic introspections but the fact that I was sitting on a computer and sharing my thoughts to basically no one (except the 80 in class) was a little unnerving.

This blog assignment, however, has changed my minds about blogs. I've started to gain a great affinity towards blogs because its has been brought to my attention that many actors, musicians, and even corporate executives use the blog to convey messages about their feelings, music, and their company, respectively. It is a great tool to in a sense humanize one's image, especially in the business world, an image of just suits and ties. It encourages interaction between not only common consumers but also within a company itself. I wonder what George W. Bush would write on his blog if he had one.

THIS BLOG (after so much digression) has been an interesting, unique, and effective way to get value from this class. The fact that it wasn't tedious really contributed to the enjoyment of it. Also, the blog assignments about group activities solidified some of the core material we needed in class and we will probably need in our life. Management wasn't just about cramming before in the exam, it was about actually applying the concepts we have learned.

I also enjoyed reading other blogs and learning more about other people. It was interesting to see how many people agree and disagree with my assessments. I am glad that it was a civil discourse even when at times things got testy in the classroom. It was great that I could check the blogs of people who had become friends and really get to know them. It solidified my understanding about them and I hope my blog solidified their understanding about me.

I'm not doing this for a better grade but I really enjoyed the material that the Professor posted on his blog. The way he intertwined stories and applied Management concepts to real life shows his skill as a writer. I especially enjoyed the "7 rules of Management" entry and how outdated they have become. Again, it was a chance to think beyond the textbook and your grade. It actually forced me to think analytically and put sentences together so I could express my perceptions through my opinions.

I don't know if I will continue this particular blog but I do see myself being a blogger...but probably in obscurity. One thing I learned was to write down what I perceive and believe because it is important to evaluate your life on the changes of your perceptions.

What Would Kurpis Do?

What would Kurpis do if he was part of the mafia?
He would probably focus on teamwork and make committees to carry out the killings everyday.

What would Kurpis do if he was the new leader of Al-Qaeda?
He would probably use the Human Relations Style so he can understand why people are so angry.

What would Kurpis do to bring peace to the Middle East?
He would use his emotional intelligence to bring the sides together and use his lifelong learning to negotiate a treaty.

What would Kurpis do if he was a woman?
He would probably break the glass ceiling that keeps him down.

What would Kurpis do if he was part of an African Tribe?
He would probably get eaten by a hyena because he would have a hard time adapting to a high context culture and learning their cues.

What would Kurpis do if he was bald?
That is yet to be determined...

What would Kurpis do if he was a professor?
Give everyone an A except me.

Edit: After reading it in front of class, I realized that it reads not like a poem but more like a series of insults. Sorry Professor.

I accused of being a contract killer, a terrorist, and I emasculated you...Come to think of it, all that happens to me everyday! :)