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About Us

Hi!!! my name is Elemer Yuan HUANG from School of Business and Management majoring in Economics, and this is my learning portfolio for LABU2060 in Fall 2024. In the photo to the right, I am on the far right, and these are my teammates: Angela (top left), Selina (bottom left), and Blanche (holding the phone).

After finished our business pitch for our innovation, GreenBaby Hub, we took a picture with our dear professor May (In the middle dressed in grey)!

Self-Diagnostic: Before & After Report

At the start of LABU2060, I faced communication challenges despite strong academic abilities in independent learning and critical thinking. Through lectures, peer practice, and leadership opportunities, I improved my ability to articulate ideas clearly and lead teams effectively. Professor May's guidance and regular practice helped bridge the gap between understanding and explanation. By semester's end, my communication and leadership skills had significantly improved, though I continue to work on further development. I’ve attached the detailed Before & After Self-Assessment below of this exciting process.

FA24 - LABU2060 Self-assessment.pdf

My Learning Journey

At the beginning of LABU2060, my SMART goals included:

• **S**pecific: Develop strong verbal communication skills to excel in job interviews and business pitch.
• **M**easurable: Deliver three presentations with improved audience engagement techniques.
• **A**ttainable: Attend two internal mock interview for hands-on practice and three business pitch with team and self practice.
• **R**elevant: Enhance skills critical to securing employment and succeeding in business contexts, and present professional business proposal.
• **T**ime-bound: Achieve these goals by the end of the course.

Common competencies and transferable skills that concerned me included communicative competency, audience awareness, and the effective use of evidence. These were areas I identified as crucial for professional success but where I lacked confidence and consistency.

Phase I: Job-Seeking

Application of Competencies and Skills

1. Communicative Competency: Verbal and non-verbal strategies, including eye contact and purposeful gestures, were crucial for presenting a confident and engaging persona during mock interviews. Using the STAR framework, I structured responses to highlight key achievements and skills effectively.