Ever-Changing Workplace

When I first started to think about this assignment, I didn't realize that the workplace had changed as much as it has. Once I started researching this subject and thinking about my own experiences, it occurred to me how much the workplace has evolved. The obvious change is technology. We see it everywhere. People have the ability to work from any location that offers Internet or has cell coverage. Working nine to five is no longer the norm. Technology can also be credited with the increased the global economy. The feasibility of moving operations across borders and oceans has become more attractive, easier and provides potentially large savings to businesses. Labor unions that once held powerful roles in business have seen their membership and power decline. Along with all this change, another industry has arisen. Workplace consultants offer many services designed to make your business and employees more efficient. Experts have categorized workers by generation. There are the Traditionalists, Babyboomers, Gen Xers, and Gen Yers. The most recent change is the economic meltdown. We have gone from prosperity to the highest unemployment rate in years. This past year we have witnessed bailouts, nauseating bonuses and history making fraud.

Career Assessments

Taking the time to explore a career or work field of interest is an excellent way to begin. A little extra work now will save time, money and aggravation in the future. Many people have started out in entry-level jobs in their chosen field of interest. Gaining experience from the bottom up is still a valuable asset in today's work place.

Personal/Professional Mission Statement

My goal is to conduct myself with integrity and maturity. I will strive for expertise both in my career and personal life. To achieve this, I will maintain a healthy balance physically, emotionally/socially, mentally and spiritually.

Introducing Sally Pryor

Sally is employed full time as a Financial Analyst at Covenant Healthcare in Saginaw, Michigan. She has been employed by Covenant (and the former St. Lukes Hospital) since 1987. Sally holds an Associates degree in Accounting from Delta College. She is currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Accounting from Davenport University - Saginaw campus. Sally is looking forward to completing the five remaining classes towards her degree. Completing her degree along with her many years of experience in healthcare finance, will provide Sally with more opportunities to use her many talents.