I thought this weeks "readings" were very interesting (kind of a broken record here), but once again... the Google video was my favorite!!! I think I want to work for Google!!! I know it wasn't the whole point of their presentation all the things they do for their employees: the ski trip, allowing pets, etc... but it does really make sense that a happy environment would be more creative and forward moving!!!
Back to the point of Google operations, I think its really neat how they operate, trying new ideas and pulling them when they don't work (like the young man's blog popping up "I'm bored, etc.)...
Also, seeing the map of the world that shows Google searches helps put into perspective how vast the Internet is. We've been reading about open access, networks, metadata repositories, etc. but the Google world was just really neat to see how many people were really tooling around online...
About Me
- Micquel
- I have been working in an academic library for three years now and celebrate when the students come back to campus. I love the fast-paced environment and their (most of them) enthusiasm for the changes every day brings! I have two pups (Newfoundland and a Cavalier King Charles). My "boys" and I love exploring state parks and walks pretty much anywhere!!! I think I'm pretty fun and I love excitement that makes me laugh!!!
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I totally agree with you, Google seems like an awesome place to work. Maybe it was just portrayed that way in the video, but a company that allows they're employees to really expand upon their creative ideas freely...you don't find that many places. I thought the globe kind of put things into a scary perspective. I mean, google is literally a world-giant, don't you think?
You didn't even mention the best part about working for Google: the food
I totally agree -- the Google video rocked! My 7-year-old was up hanging out with me while I was watching it and I showed him the globe and explained that it was all of the people on Google at that time. He thought it was pretty cool. Gotta love it when your 7-year-old thinks your homework is cool!
The Google presentation shows what can be achieved when creative individuals are treated as "adults" and valued for what they can contribute. Google spends less time policing behaviors and more time seeking new concepts and products. While the presentation included humor, the issues covered were global, credible, and timely.
OMG Jake...that article was awesome!!! Why is this concept of a happy environment not being picked up on???
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