1. MGMT 202: Lecture 4
Dr. Barley

2. Check-in Check in on how the 32-day commitment going?
Check in on three objectives from the term start.
Check in on three experiences
Listening practice from activity 6.2 (last page in handouts in unit #1).

3. Cover Letters and Resumes
Professional Development Day and Scans Review
Final revisions/Review Resume Blunders
Video Resume
Have another person read over your final copies.
Staple evaluation sheet to hard copies and turn assignment in.

4. Chapter 7: Routine Business Replies
P. 172 Bovee and Thill-Routine Messages
Start with the Main Idea
Provide Necessary Details and Explanation
End with a Courteous Close
Examples: Change in promo date FB notes p. 177, 179 (Social Media News Release-Twitter p. 179).
P. 176 Bovee and Thill- Letters of Recommendation
References
Name, position, nature or relationship, facts, potential of candidate with peers, overall eval. P

5. Chapter 8: Negative Messages
Do you use the direct or indirect approach, p
What is a Buffer? Table 8.2
Examples of negative messages you would write. P. 199.

6. Keys to Exceptional Productivity
Know what you want- Inspiration and Passion
Establish priorities- (DAPPS Rule, WMIT (What’s Most Important Test).
Create and Execute Action Plan- Short and long term planning/Contingency planning
Stay focused and fired up- Distraction free zones, get rest, what do you need/want?
Manage your time and projects- Time wasters, schedule time for planning
Tap into support and resources- Identify resources for support.
Maintain your edge for the long haul- lifelong learning/future goals create current training trajectory.
(National Training Seminars – “7 Keys to Exceptional Personal Productivity)

7. Review for Test #1: Mon. 5/19
Test 1: 25 multiple choice questions (2 pts. each) over chapters 1, 7,8, 13, 14, lecture notes, handouts in MGMT 202 course page in units 1-4, PowerPoints from unit 1 and 4, and take home quiz #1 questions 1-11.
Take home quiz #1 Feedback: Question 1, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10 (Dapps Rule review), 11. Please study the entire quiz for Test #1.
Review sheet for test #1 – Assignment sheets tab
Review handouts units 1-4 in MGMT 202 course page
Review lecture notes from lecture 1-4 and PowerPoints from unit 1 and 4.
Study at least 2 hours for Test #1.
You need to bring a pencil or pen. I will provide the answer sheet.
The test will be taken during the first 20 min. of class and we will meet afterward to discuss upcoming group assignment
Print out Team Presentation on Case Study Assignment for discussion next class 5/19.