Friday 20 December 2013

Picking A Major That's Right For You

By Hedrick Lepsch


The toughest decision you will make in college, aside from choosing what school you will go to, is choosing your major. Do you want to get a computer science degree or do you want an accounting degree or do you wish to major is something else? While it is ideal to know what major you wish to study when you enroll as a freshman, it is normal for individuals to switch their majors at least once during their college career. All of us grow up as we attend university, and at one point or another we reevaluate the reason for why we chose our major.

Some professors like students who are active in class discussions, others like students who take the time to come them in their office after class to discuss the lecture. What one professor may find flattering another may find offensive. That is why getting to know your professors as individuals is important for your education and your future networking possibilities.

As the idea of equality and better working conditions started coming to fruition great leaders such as Henry Ford made further contributions by offering employees something more than pay. Ford brought innovation to the work place by cutting hours and doubling the minimum wage.

While what he did was unheard of at the time, Henry Ford considered it one of his greatest, cost efficient moves as president of the company. It is interesting to think of increased wages and decreased time at work being efficient but it was.

Also be sure to complete the assigned reading as well as any extracurricular reading you find interesting. Being able to discuss in-depth the topics of the course is always a good way to impress your professor. The more ideas and concepts you share with your professors the more likely you will be able to have meaningful conversations with them.

If you don't know what your strengths or true passions are ask your friends, family and classmates about yourself. Ask them what they think you are good at or what they admire about you. As you talk to them write down the qualities and skills they describe. Then reflect on the times you used these skills in the past and how using those skills made you feel. After asking enough questions and recalling enough memories you will have a better understanding of what major will fit you best.

Additionally, when considering a major don't let others prejudices regarding the practicality of your major detour you from follow your passion and your strengths. We cannot all be math genius or computer superheroes, but we all have strengths that can strengthen the world.

Human resource staff strive to maintain a professional environment where workers can gain knowledge and experience that propel them forward. It also puts on a face for the company as a whole. One of the most vital things to do in HR is understand and follow the company policies and procedures. This is what all of the employees are watching and it adds more stress to the job. If Charles Dicken's could see our work place today I can imagine him smiling and feeling proud of what has happened since his time.




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