Application Exercise #2: Ambiguity
Learning goal: Understand and apply the entrepreneurial mindset across an array of career environments.
Please read the articles:
* Brimm, L. (2015). How to embrace complex changeHBR, 93(9): Pages 108-112.
* Bradberry, T. 2015 11 Ways Successful People Overcome Uncertainty Forbes, December, 21
Deliverables: This assignment requires you to choose one of the steps* below, submit proof of completion, and a paragraphdescribing: the process you took to pursue the chosen step, the uncertainties you faced in order to take the step, and how you overcame them (including strategies from the readings).
Key guidelines are:
1) The step should be a new activity.
2) The activity/step should be aligned with the goals you have for the Creative Expression project, and/or your career/entrepreneurial goals.
Ask for more responsibilities/a promotion at your current job. Script you prepared, confirmation of meeting, current and new responsibilities, official current and new job descriiptions, the announcement of the job opportunity if availabl
* With my approval, you may suggest another step. In order to request a different step, you need to email me the following information:
1. What is the new task/activity you are proposing?
2. Why do you think it will fulfill your opportunity to deal with uncertainties?
3. What will be your proof of completion?
4. Why do you think the level/amount of work is comparable to the original assignment?
