March 10, 2023

On this day we had a second meeting regarding the held work immersion. The agenda was filled with significant
topics like the effects of stress on everyday tasks, the value of writing a strong cover letter, and the value of
behavioral event interviews in recruiting the best applicants. The conference turned out to be very informative
because it produced insightful information and ideas that will be very helpful to us as we face any issues that may
come up short. The beginning of topic is about stress, depression, and anxiety

Stress, Anxiety, and Depression are caused when we are living to please others. These are all mental health
conditions that can have negative effects on a person's thoughts, feelings, and behavior. Stress is a normal
physiological and psychological response to a perceived threat or demand. Depression is a mood disorder caused
by genetics, brain chemistry, life events, and stress. Anxiety is a feeling of unease, worry, or fear that can interfere
with daily activities and quality of life. It is important to seek help from a qualified mental health professional
if you are struggling with stress, depression, or anxiety.

Handling School Life

F – Find time (for school, family bonding, activities, and socialization)

O – Observe Yourself & Others (reflect, analyze, and learn)

Open to new and challenging academic competences

Organize (your time, resources, and activities)

C – Create happy memories (join school organizations/clubs)

Create bridges, not walls

U – Understand yourself, your peers, and your world

S – Self-care

Seek help

Support

“The sweetest victory is the one that’s most difficult”

The quote suggests that the greatest sense of accomplishment and satisfaction comes from achieving something
challenging, rather than something easy to attain. It implies that there is value in pushing ourselves beyond our
limits and striving for goals that may seem daunting or impossible at first. By doing so, we prove to ourselves that
 we are capable of more than we thought and gain a greater appreciation for the journey and the effort that went
into achieving our goal.

Cultures that Embrace Failure Succeed

Organizations that view failure as a natural part of experimentation, innovation, and risk-taking can become more agile, innovative,
and resilient, which is essential for navigating the ever-changing business landscape.

- Foster a collaborative environment wherein failure offers valuable learning opportunities.

- Encourage risk-taking, knowing that some ideas will not work out.

- Recognize that mistakes can be seen as opportunities for employees to become more aware.

- Use these opportunities to discuss how things should or could work differently

- Celebrate wins and losses

- Create avenues for feedback

- Hold face-to-face meetings with employees and management to discuss information on topics such as
innovation, relationships, and learning and growing

COVER LETTER

A cover letter is a document that accompanies a resume and serves as a complement to it. It is typically a one-page
document that provides a narrative summary of the experiences and skills that are highlighted in the resume.
However, unlike a resume, a cover letter provides an opportunity to showcase your personality, motivations, and
values, which can help distinguish you from other applicants. A well-written cover letter should also explain why
you are interested in the position and why you want to work with the specific organization. By doing so, it
demonstrates your enthusiasm and interest in the role, and how your skills and experiences align with the
organization's mission and values. Overall, a cover letter can be a valuable tool in the job application process, as it
provides an opportunity to showcase your strengths and interests beyond what is listed in your resume.

Purpose of a Cover Letter

Cover letters should highlight your academic professional, and personal qualifications for the position to which
you are applying. It should not be a restatement of your resume instead you should select certain experiences to
highlight to the employer. You might weave experiences together telling how one experience led to another. You
might tell a story from one or two experiences that bring depth and detail not covered in your resume.

A compelling cover letter answers “Why you?” and “Why them?”

- Why you: Focus their attention on your most relevant and compelling qualifications. What value will you bring to
the organization? (Not what you want or what you can gain)

- Why them: Be sure to include a sentence to a full paragraph on why you want to work with this particular
organization. Talk about them. Be sure to match your tone to the organization. i.e. corporate banking tends to be
more formal than marketing or nursing.

Cover letters that are just about you are dry and expected. To catch their attention. Make a connection.

Why making a connection matters

As individuals, when first meeting someone, we tend to like people who are similar to us in some way.

A study published in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships showed these three reasons why similarity
might increase liking:

Consensual validation: Meeting people who share our attitudes makes us feel more confident in our attitudes
about the world. If you love jazz music, meeting fellow jazz lovers shows you that loving jazz is ok, and maybe
even a virtue.

Cognitive evaluation: This explanation focuses on how we form impressions of other people by generalizing from
the information we have. So we learn that a person has something in common with us, and that makes us feel
positive about that person because we feel positive about ourselves. We then assume that the other person like
us has other positive characteristics.

Certainly being liked: We assume that someone who has a lot in common with us is more likely to like us. And in
turn, we are more likely to like people if we think they like us.

3 ways to make a connection

A) Share a story that shows you connect with their brand or their culture

B) Tell them how you came to learn that they were special amongst their competitors

C) Demonstrate why you value them and the work they do

In conclusion, a well-written cover letter can be a valuable tool in the job application process. It serves as a
narrative complement to your resume and can enhance your qualifications for potential employers. To make the
most of your cover letter, it is important to address the two main questions of "Why me?" and "Why them?" This
means explaining why you are a good fit for the position and why you are interested in working for the specific
organization. Your cover letter should also add depth to your resume and always tie back to the position for which
you are applying. To do this effectively, you should highlight specific examples of relevant academic, professional,
or personal experiences that demonstrate your skills and qualifications. By following these guidelines, you can
create a compelling cover letter that helps you stand out from other applicants and increases your chances of
landing the job.

BEHAVIORAL EVENT INTERVIEW

Behavioral Event Interview is a way of interviewing others in a structured form and is widely used in the selection
process for new employees to identify certain behavioral aspects. Those areas that affect behavior such as
opinions, values, qualities, and driving factors are mostly underwater, just like an iceberg. Only by asking
questions can one dive underwater and find out what drives someone and why they display certain behavior.

The goal of a BEI is to identify specific behavioral aspects of a candidate that are relevant to the position.
One of the key features of a BEI is that it focuses on the candidate's past experiences and behavior,
rather than hypothetical situations. This approach is based on the belief that past behavior is a good
predictor of future behavior.

As you mentioned, many of the factors that affect behavior, such as opinions, values, qualities, and
driving factors, are often not immediately visible. They can be compared to an iceberg, where only a
small portion is visible above the waterline, while the majority is hidden beneath the surface. By asking
specific questions in a BEI, interviewers can dive beneath the surface and gain insight into a candidate's
motivations, decision-making processes, and other factors that may influence their behavior.

Overall, BEIs are an effective tool for identifying candidates who are a good fit for a position, as they
provide a more comprehensive understanding of a candidate's behavior and potential for success in the
role.

CONCLUSION

Those are all significant topics that can have a positive impact on various aspects of the job application
and recruitment process.

Stress, depression, and anxiety can all have a significant impact on our ability to perform everyday tasks,
including those related to work. By understanding the effects of these mental health conditions and
learning strategies for managing them, individuals can improve their productivity and job satisfaction.

Writing a strong cover letter is also an important aspect of the job application process, as it allows
individuals to showcase their qualifications and demonstrate their interest in the position and the
organization. A well-written cover letter can help a candidate stand out from other applicants and
increase their chances of being invited for an interview.

Finally, the use of behavioral event interviews in recruiting the best applicants can help organizations
gain a more comprehensive understanding of a candidate's behavior and potential for success in a role.
By focusing on past behavior, rather than hypothetical situations, BEIs can help identify candidates who
are a good fit for the position and the organization.

Overall, these topics can all contribute to a more effective and efficient job application and recruitment
process, benefiting both individuals and organizations. By understanding the effects of stress,
depression, and anxiety, learning to write a strong cover letter, and participating in behavioral event
interviews, individuals can increase their chances of success in the job market.

1.

There are several undesirable traits that can be observed in small ruminant breeders/stocks:

Poor breeding practices: Breeding animals without considering their genetic background, physical traits,
and overall health can lead to the production of weak or sickly offspring.

Lack of proper nutrition: Small ruminants need a balanced diet to maintain good health and produce
quality offspring. Breeders who do not provide adequate nutrition can cause stunted growth, weak
immune systems, and low fertility rates in their animals.

Inadequate housing and management: Small ruminants need a clean and comfortable living
environment to thrive. Breeders who do not provide proper housing and management practices can
expose their animals to disease, parasites, and other health problems.

Overcrowding: Overcrowding can lead to stress, disease, and reduced fertility rates in small ruminants.
Breeders who do not provide enough space for their animals can cause serious health and behavioral
issues.

Lack of proper healthcare: Breeders who do not provide proper healthcare for their animals can cause
serious health issues to go untreated, leading to poor health and low productivity.

Overall, these undesirable traits can lead to poor animal health and productivity, ultimately affecting the
profitability and success of the breeder/stock. It's important for small ruminant breeders to prioritize
proper breeding practices, nutrition, housing, management, and healthcare to ensure the health and
well-being of their animals.
There are several undesirable traits that can be observed in goat breeders/stocks:

Lack of knowledge and experience: Goat breeders who lack knowledge and experience in goat
management and breeding practices may make poor decisions that negatively impact their goats' health
and productivity.

Poor breeding practices: Breeders who do not consider the genetic background, physical traits, and
overall health of their goats can produce weak, sickly offspring.

Inadequate nutrition: Goats require a balanced diet to maintain good health and produce quality
offspring. Breeders who do not provide adequate nutrition can cause stunted growth, weak immune
systems, and low fertility rates in their goats.

Poor housing and management: Goats need a clean, comfortable living environment to thrive. Breeders
who do not provide proper housing and management practices can expose their goats to disease,
parasites, and other health problems.

Overcrowding: Overcrowding can lead to stress, disease, and reduced fertility rates in goats. Breeders
who do not provide enough space for their goats can cause serious health and behavioral issues.

Lack of proper healthcare: Breeders who do not provide proper healthcare for their goats can cause
serious health issues to go untreated, leading to poor health and low productivity.

Ignoring or neglecting warning signs: Breeders who ignore or neglect warning signs of health problems
or stress in their goats can cause serious health issues and potentially harm the goat's well-being.

Overall, these undesirable traits can lead to poor animal health and productivity, ultimately affecting the
profitability and success of the breeder/stock. It's important for goat breeders to prioritize proper
breeding practices, nutrition, housing, management, healthcare, and monitoring of warning signs to
ensure the health and well-being of their goats.

2.

The system of raising ruminants, such as goats, can vary depending on the goals of the breeder/owner
and the resources available. Here are some common systems:

Grazing System: In this system, goats are allowed to graze on natural or planted pasture. The
breeder/owner may use rotational grazing to allow the pasture to rest and regrow. This system requires
access to a large area of land and can be labor-intensive.

Stall-Feeding System: In this system, goats are kept in stalls or pens and are fed a diet of hay, silage,
and/or concentrate feed. This system requires less land but can be costly due to the need for feeding
equipment and regular feed purchases.

Semi-intensive System: This system combines elements of grazing and stall-feeding systems. Goats are
allowed to graze during the day and are brought into pens or stalls at night to be fed and protected from
predators. This system can provide a balance between resource utilization and cost-effectiveness.
Intensive System: In this system, goats are kept in small pens or cages and are fed a diet of concentrate
feed. This system is highly productive but can be expensive and requires significant management and
labor.

Mixed Farming System: This system combines goat farming with other agricultural activities, such as
crop cultivation or poultry farming. This system can provide additional income streams and can help to
maximize resource utilization.

The choice of system depends on several factors, such as the breeder/owner's resources, market
demand, and personal preferences. It is important to ensure that the chosen system meets the
nutritional, health, and welfare needs of the goats while also being sustainable and profitable for the
breeder/owner.

3.

There are several advantages to raising goats, including:

High Nutritional Value: Goats are a rich source of protein, vitamins, and minerals, making them a
valuable source of nutrition for humans. Their milk, meat, and other dairy products are highly nutritious.

Easy to Raise: Goats are generally easier to raise than other livestock animals, such as cows or pigs. They
require less space, less food, and less attention, making them an ideal choice for small-scale farming.

Sustainable: Goats are efficient in converting feed into meat or milk, and their manure can be used as a
natural fertilizer, making them a sustainable farming option.

Profitable: Goats can be raised for meat, milk, or fiber, and there is a growing demand for these
products in the market. This makes goat farming a profitable business opportunity for breeders/owners.

Versatile: Goats are adaptable to different climates and can thrive in harsh environments. They are also
versatile in their diet and can feed on a variety of vegetation, which makes them a good option for
grazing and browsing.

Sociable Animals: Goats are sociable animals and can provide a source of companionship for
breeders/owners.

Overall, raising goats can be a sustainable, profitable, and enjoyable experience for breeders/owners,
making it a popular choice for small-scale farming.

4. Nutrients needed in ruminants feed

Ruminants, such as goats, require a balanced diet that provides them with the necessary nutrients for
growth, maintenance, and reproduction. The essential nutrients that need to be included in a ruminant's
feed include:
Energy: Ruminants require energy to maintain their body temperature, support normal bodily functions,
and provide energy for growth and reproduction. Energy is mainly provided in the form of
carbohydrates, such as corn, barley, or oats.

Protein: Protein is required for tissue repair, growth, and maintenance, as well as for the production of
milk, meat, and wool. Protein is found in sources such as soybean meal, cottonseed meal, and alfalfa
hay.

Vitamins: Vitamins are essential for a variety of metabolic processes in the body. The main vitamins
required by ruminants are vitamin A, vitamin D, and vitamin E, which can be provided by sources such as
green forages, sun-cured hay, and vitamin supplements.

Minerals: Minerals are essential for the development and maintenance of strong bones, teeth, and
other tissues. They also play a vital role in enzyme function, nerve impulses, and muscle contractions.
Sources of minerals include salt, calcium, phosphorus, and trace minerals such as copper, zinc, and
selenium.

Water: Water is essential for maintaining hydration and normal bodily functions. Ruminants require
access to clean, fresh water at all times.

The amount and ratio of these nutrients required by ruminants may vary depending on factors such as
age, stage of production, and breed. A balanced diet that meets these nutrient requirements is essential
for maintaining the health and productivity of ruminants.

5.

Common feed ingredients for ruminants can be classified into several categories based on their
nutritional composition and function. Here are some of the most common categories:

Forages: Forages are plant materials that are high in fiber and low in protein, such as grasses, legumes,
and hay. They are an important source of energy and fiber for ruminants.

Concentrates: Concentrates are feed ingredients that are high in energy and protein and low in fiber.
Examples include cereal grains, such as corn, barley, and oats, and protein supplements, such as
soybean meal and cottonseed meal.

Roughages: Roughages are feed ingredients that are high in fiber and low in energy and protein.
Examples include straw, corn stover, and grass hay.

Protein supplements: Protein supplements are feed ingredients that are high in protein and can be used
to supplement the protein content of the diet. Examples include soybean meal, cottonseed meal, and
fish meal.

Minerals and vitamins: Minerals and vitamins are essential nutrients that are required in small amounts.
They can be provided in the form of supplements or as part of the diet through sources such as salt,
limestone, and premixes.
By-products: By-products are feed ingredients that are generated as a by-product of other industries.
Examples include distillers grains, which are a by-product of ethanol production, and citrus pulp, which
is a by-product of citrus processing.

The classification of feed ingredients can vary depending on the source and purpose of the feed. It is
important to select feed ingredients that meet the nutritional requirements of the animal and are
appropriate for the stage of production.