Human Resources By: Roxana Rodriguez

What is HR? Human Resource employees work in organizations/companies. They are in charge of hiring, questions on benefits, pay, legal resources/information, conflict between employees, filing maintaining all employee information like hiring/pay information, and many other functions within a company.

What does it take to be a successful HR manager? Good Communication skills Experienced in HR Detail oriented Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in HR HR computer software knowledgeable Problem solver Motivation and development skills

Quick Facts Median wage is around $50.00/hour Work in nearly every industry Job growth per year around 3.0% Liaison between upper management and lower management There are many positions within HR to work in (benefits, recruitment, training, relations specialists)

How I plan to become a successful HR Manager… I plan to finish my A.S. at Saint Paul College Transfer to Metropolitan State University to get my Bachelor’s and Masters for Human Resources Management and International Trade Pursue internships for large corporations like Medtronic, 3M, General Mills Work on my interpersonal and communication skills Pursue a job in Human Resources

References Iseek.org www.bls.gov

6.6 Information Request: Meeting at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas Chapter 6 Assignment 6.6 Information Request: Meeting at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas

Isabella Cervantes Caesars Palace 257 Palace Dr. Las Vegas, NV 87551   Dear Ms. Isabella Cervantes, I would like to know if Caesar’s Palace can accommodate for an estimate of 80 rooms or so and 3 conference room, for either April 20-24, or July 10-14? After taking a look at your website, I have noticed that the dates above are off season and have many rooms that would accommodate our large party. I have also noticed very positive reviews about the large facility. I would like to know more information on: -Pricing. Are there any discounts for off peak large accommodations? -What entertainment facilities are available? -Could Caesars accommodate for a banquet of 125 people? -What kinds of conference facilities are available, and how many people do they seat? Software.com would be pleased to have our stay at such a grand hotel. A response by December 1 would be greatly appreciated, as we will need to plan for accommodations accordingly. Thank you in advance, Roxana Rodriguez Marketing Manager Software.com

7.4 Request Refusal: You Want me to Do What? Chapter 7 Assignment 7.4 Request Refusal: You Want me to Do What?

DATE: July 8, 2010 TO: robert. barnes@ecc. com, jose. lopex@eec DATE: July 8, 2010 TO: robert.barnes@ecc.com, jose.lopex@eec.com FROM: roxy.rodriguez@ecc.com SUBJECT: Adobe Photoshop Software       Robert and Jose,   I appreciate that you trusted and considered me when asking for a copy of the Photoshop software. I would be more than happy to allow the copying of the software; however, I will not be able to grant access to copy the Photoshop software. Per contractual and legal laws, this software is allowed for up to five employees for work related purposes only. As a manager I must follow all legal and work regulations or face the consequences. Although, I am not able to allow the copying of the software, I would be glad to show you how the program is used by our company in case you would like to purchase the software in the future. Thank you for your understanding and enjoy your day!   Sincerely, Roxana Rodriguez Reprographics Department Manager roxana.rodriguez@ecc.com

Chapter 8 Assignment 8.5 Persuasive Favor/Action Request: Financial Advice for the Young, Fabulous, and Broke

University of Nevada Association of Student Organization 123 Main street Las Vegas, Nevada 34567 December 10, 2009   Ms. Suze Orman P.O. Box 4502 New York, New York 10014   Dear Ms. Suze Orman,   As an Internationally acclaimed financial expert, your visiting our University of Nevada campus would be such an honor! Author of the popular Money Book for the Young, Fabulous & Broke, our Associated Student Organization have concluded that there would be no one better to visit our campus and give a speech at our special graduation convocation than you. A personal financial expert, we feel that you would provide essential and critical information on how to control money spending and survival on a small income, for our graduates about to enter the real world. Most expert opinions show that the majority of college graduates do not know much about how to handle basic finances. We would like to offer you a 1,000 honorarium and the exposure to students looking on how to gain valuable insights for how to handle finances. We are aware that you have visited college campuses nationwide, and would like to have The Money Book for the Young, Fabulous & Broke available for sale to those interested at the end of the speech. We anticipate that you will be able to join us for this special celebratory convocation of the graduating class on May 26, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. in our main Theatre at the University of Nevada to give a special speech to our students. I would like to hear back from you by January 5th 2010 by phone 712-245-9089 or email: roxana.rodriguez@uofn.edu. Sincerely, Roxana Rodriguez Program Chair, Association of Student Organization University of Nevada