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Leadership Traits Based on your academic and professional experiences, what specific traits and skills do you believe are most relevant for effective leadership? Also, which traits and skills are most important at lower, middle and higher levels of management in an organization? Please fully support your discussion posts.       …………………Answer Preview…………… Great leaders are … Read more

Closed Captioning for the deaf community Read the attached Captioning Key (PDF is attached, online with videos here: http://www.dcmp.org/captioningkey/index.html). This is a guidelines document that was developed with NAD’s input. Please pay particular attention to the following sections:   – Quality Captions – Text – Language Mechanics   Then watch these four videos below, with captions. For each … Read more

Teams and Teamwork of a company Teams and teamwork are impacted by the growth of a company to international stature. Select a foreign company that has come to the US (not the other way around!), describe how employees communicate between subsidiaries, how do they handle the time differences? How are meetings conducted? How much travel … Read more

Personal Power in the Workplace This week you learned about power in the workplace. Write a 2 page paper on “Personal Power.” Address the following in your paper: Describe ways in which you might increase your personal power. How would you: Appeal to a vision or higher purpose? Use rational persuasion? Help people to like you? Rely on the rule … Read more

social issues that impact families 200 words What do you think is the “job” of a family? Look at the seven key functions of a family as outlined on page 355 under Functionalism: Declining Functions. Rank these functions in order from most to least important. Explain why you ranked the functions the way that you … Read more

Personal Change [CLOs: 1,2,4,5] Write a three- to four-page paper (not including the title and reference pages) describing the concept of a Force Field Analysis (FFA) and then creating an FFA on an issue in your life that you would like to change. Describe how the restraining forces impede your progress and develop an intervention … Read more

Assignment 1: A modest Proposal Write a three to four (3-4) paragraph essay (250 words minimum) which analyzes the “surprise ending” of the reading selection. A modest Proposal, by Jonathan Swiff HTTP://WWW.VICTORIANWEB.ORG/PREVICTORIAN/SWIFT/MODEST.HTML. FOR THE READING: CLEARLY STATE IN YOUR OWN WORDS THE “SURPRISE ENDING” IN THE READING YOU SELECTED. CLEARLY IDENTIFY THE POINT IN THE … Read more

Common IT Information Security Threats involving Ethical and Legal Write a 3-to 4-page paper on at least three major information security threats that a specific organization you choose faces today. Describe what techniques and processes you would use to identify the vulnerabilities and threats to the organization you have chosen. Describe potential risks to the … Read more

Intrusions in Asia Describe the key motives involved in the increased presence of Westerners in India, China, and Japan in the 1700s and 1800s. Identify the key factors that led to Britain’s successful imposition of its presence and trade policies on China, despite communications like those from Emperor Ch’ien-lung (i.e., Qianlong) and Commissioner Lin Zexu … Read more

Merchandising Operations Imagine you have been hired as a consultant to a merchandising company using the periodic system versus the perpetual system. Prepare a list of advantages and disadvantages for both systems. In an attempt to sway the opinion of the business owner using the periodic system, prepare a convincing argument for switching to the … Read more

HCS 475 Week 4 Discussion question Discuss the following question with your team. What steps are involved in the delegation process? Are there any steps that should be included that are not already included? How does an effective delegation process affect an organization? Provide an example of a time when you applied problem-solving steps to resolve … Read more

how communication affects behavior Click the link above to respond to the discussion. If you need help with completing discussions please click here for more information. “How Communication Effects Behavior” •Watch the video titled, “Social Media Policy” (4 min 20 s). You can also view this video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iQLkt5CG8I. Next, examine the major effects that … Read more

Assignment 2: Essay humanities The Project Paper focuses on a suggested topic related to art, architecture, history, music, or literature. The project will reflect your views and interpretation of the topic. This project is designed to help you stretch your mind and your abilities to be the creative, innovative, and critical thinker you already are! … Read more

Strategic Conversation Strategic conversation is communication that takes place across boundaries and hierarchical levels about the group or organization’s vision, critical strategic themes, and values that can help achieve desired outcomes. Write a 2 page paper on “Strategic Conversations” & Your Organization. Address the following elements in your paper. Explain why each is important in achieving … Read more

Culture Think about the concept of culture. It encompasses much more than ethnic and racial boundaries. Write a 1-2 page essay in which you describe your own cultural identity. How have the many forms of media portrayed you?       ………………Answer Preview…………… I was born and grew in Louisiana in a family of 4 children. I … Read more

Global Strategy There are a number of companies utilizing a global business strategy. Identify and research a company with a successful global business strategy and provide basic background information.  Discuss the strategies this company utilizes to get their product(s) distributed internationally and how they address risks and meet business demands. Document your sources. Write your … Read more

Elasticity of the Starbucks In this part of your paper, you address elasticity of the Starbucks . Conduct research for your company and prepare an essay that addresses the following. How elastic is the product and/or service? If the company needed to increase sales by 40%, what would need to be done (in terms of … Read more

BUS. 630 discussion questions Exercise 1-9) Zoya Arbiser, regional manager of Gold Medal Sports Shops, is reviewing the results of 15 stores in her region.  Store managers are moved annually.  Each store manager’s income is very dependent on the direct contribution margin of that store.  For the past year, Store 9 has been managed by … Read more

airline customer satisfaction ratings Use the Internet to research airline customer satisfaction ratings From the internet , determine the key reasons why Southwest Airlines has such high customer satisfaction ratings in comparison with other airlines. Provide two (2) examples that illustrate instances of customer satisfaction to support your position.           …………………Answer … Read more

Post-traumatic stress disorder Read the scenario and then write a 2-3 page answer to the question. You may also have to do limited research. You and your partner respond to a tough call on the beat. It’s a car crash on a busy road, and you race to get there. When you finally make it … Read more

Beethoven; Art and Protest in the 1800s Listen to one (1) composition (i.e., for a symphony) by Beethoven, a transitional figure between classical and romantic music. Identify the composition that you listened to, and determine whether you would characterize the chosen composition as either the Classical or Romantic style of music. Explain the key features … Read more

Normalization and Redundancy Suggest one (1) of the problems that normalization seeks to solve within a database. Describe one (1) example of your suggested problem, and explain the overall benefit that normalization would provide. (Note: Your example can be hypothetical.) Identify the key determinants that could affect the degree of normalization of a database. Justify … Read more

Financial Statement Accuracy Identify the key steps in the closing process that provide the most opportunity to make mistakes in processing account transactions. Make at least two (2) recommendations for improving the accuracy and reliability of the information in the gaps that you have identified. Justify your response. *From the e-Activity, identify at least three … Read more

Components of an institution Identify the specific components of an institution. Next, use two (2) examples of institutions to illustrate what developing countries overall have done to weaken or strengthen such institutions       ………………….Answer Preview…………… Identify the specific components of an institution.             An institution is referred as the system of norms to … Read more

IT Security and Risk Management List three types of sensitive information involved with each situation. Identify three ways each information item could be misused or harmed. Answer the questions at the end of the table.         ……………..Answer Preview…………..     Risky Situations   Identify three types of sensitive information involved with each … Read more

Patterns of World History Book:Patterns of World History, Brief. Edition, Volume 1 • 2012 ISBN-13978-0-19-994375-3 You only need to write one question, around 10-15 sentences. Chapter 8 and 9 DB questions 1.How did state/government formation in India differ from the formation of the state/government in other areas?Discuss ChandraguptaMaurya and Ashoka. 2.Discuss the Vedas.Discuss the Four Truths … Read more

Design Project – IBM IBM is one of the most staid, corporate images and brands in America. Three simple capital letters in a block font, conjures images of traditional corporate America. Please view the following PowerPoint presentation on the history behind the logo. Over the last few years, IBM has embarked on a series of virtual brainstorming sessions with … Read more

Persuasion or Propaganda There is a fine line between persuasion and propaganda. Propaganda is prevalent in the media and in our society. In this assignment you will explore what makes information propaganda. Choose any story from a news related magazine or website. The story should integrate both images and written work. Read the story then examine … Read more

Law Discussion Questions 1. Is there a role that is not being met in the courtroom work group?  If you were to add another person to the group, who would it be?  A victim’s advocate? Someone else? 2. Many debates are held regarding capital punishment, but isn’t it surprising how controversial fines can be as well?  What … Read more

Value Chain Explain what is meant by the term “value” in a supply chain. How can it be best measured in a supply chain? How does increasing value in a supply chain help align supply chain operations to the business mission?     …………..Answer Preview…………. Explain what is meant by the term “value” in a … Read more

Protecting Data against Computer Crimes In this assignment, you will consider the need for data privacy and explore the legal protection available against computer crimes. Part of this assignment is a consideration of different techniques that can be used to authenticate a user for a system. Scenario Let’s continue with the scenario from W3 Assignment … Read more

Help answering 2 questions The Internet is an ideal communication mechanism because of its openness and anonymity but people must make ethical decisions about how to use this power. Intellectual property is a work of the mind, such as art, books, formulas, inventions, and processes that are distinct and created by a single person or group.  … Read more

World religion assignment World View Chart Assignments Due Weeks 2 through 10 and worth 35 points each week, with a total of 315 points. A world view is a fundamental or basic orientation of thinking – like a mindset – which guides a culture and / or a person’s life. Like a point of view, … Read more

Assignment 2: Research Proposal – Thesis, Major Points, and Plan Due Week 3 and worth 120 points Select a topic on which your persuasive writing paper will be focused. Write a one to two (1-2) page research proposal in which you: Identify the topic you selected and explain two (2) reasons for using it. Include … Read more

Working In a Foreign Country Working in a foreign country could have its difficulties.  These difficulties could change if you are there for a short term assignment as compared to long term assignment. Select a country where you would like to work. List at least 3 concerns that you have of living and working in … Read more

Why is Managing Up Important in organizations?   This week’s theory discussed four tactics that enables followers to overcome the authority-based relationship and develop an effective, respectful relationship with their leaders. Write a 2 page paper. Address the following in your paper: How can you be a resource for your leader How can you help the leader … Read more

Social Media question What type of analytical/critical thinking skills can you gain from analyzing the media’s influence? looking for an answer in about 125 or so words         ……………Answer Preview………….. What type of analytical/critical thinking skills can you gain from analyzing the media’s influence? Critical thinking skills are vital when it comes … Read more

Assignment 1: Good Grocers, Inc. Due Week 3 and worth 150 points Note: The company mentioned herein is merely a hypothetical organization with characteristics developed to enable students to respond to the assignment. You may create and / or make all necessary assumptions needed for the completion of this assignment. After Good Grocers, Inc. expanded … Read more

Homework questions help The internet has made information related to physical and mental health readily accessible. What are some of the advantages and disadvantages to having this kind of information so accessible? Should the government have a role in healthcare? If yes, to what extent? If no, why not? References and in text citations required. … Read more

Stocks and Transactions – Financial Accounting Write a response to the following scenario: Chen, Inc. purchases 1,000 shares of its own previously issued $5 per common stock for $12,000. Assuming the shares are held in the treasury, what effect does this transaction have on (a) net income, (b) total assets, (c) total paid-in capital, and (d) … Read more

Criminal Justice Homework 1.  (APA Format) Write a 200- to 300-word response in which you address the following questions: What is considered to be a courtroom work group? How does this courtroom work group interact on a daily basis? What is the role of the prosecutor? How does a prosecutor determine which cases to pursue? What … Read more

Investment Decisions Imagine you are the consultant who has to make the recommendation on whether or not to purchase Anheuser-Busch. Determine the rate of return you could expect from your investment and the method you would use to evaluate the investment decision. Assess the disadvantages and advantages of each investment method located in Chapter 4, … Read more

American History question http://millercenter.org/president/speeches/detail/3415 What did the wall represent? Why would its fall symbolize an end to the Cold War? Aside from Gorbachev, who do you think Reagan was addressing in this speech and why? Looking for an answer in about 125 or so words       ……………..Answer Preview……………… Berlin war             The wall … Read more

Multinational Management Mind Map ·  Create a PowerPoint or Mind Map explaining key concepts you have discovered about yourself during the course of this class. ·  If you make a PowerPoint, use the Notes area to explain your thoughts on each slide. If you create a PowerPoint presentation it should be no less than 5 … Read more

Power of Love and Relationships Please address each of the items below:1. Describe the factors of attraction. What attracts us to one another? Why are we less likely to befriend someone from another culture than someone from a similar background with a similar physical aesthetic? Be sure to identify and describe all six factors in attraction. … Read more

Am I Walking My Ethical Talk Discuss the series of questions listed under the “ Am I Walking My Ethical Talk ?” Which of these questions seems to be the most and least important…and Why? Do I talk about the ethical implications of decisions with the people who report to me as well as with the job candidates I’m interested in hiring? With my peers? With my manager? Have I made it clear to the people who report to me that I don’t want to be protected from bad news? Do they understand that they can tell me anything without fear of retribution? Do my reports come to me with ethical concerns? Do I provide guidance on ethical decision making, and have I participated in the ethics training of those who report to me? When evaluating the performance of my staff, do I value ethical goals at least as highly as performance and quality goals? Do I focus on the means as well as the ends in decision making and performance appraisals? Do I reward ethical conduct and discipline unethical conduct? Do I require my people to take responsibility for their decisions? Do I support employees who challenge unjust authority? What are the informal norms in my department? If my employees were asked to list the “rules” of working for me, what would they say? Are any of these problematic if ethical conduct is the goal? Do my direct reports know I care about them and will be there for them in good times and bad?  If I were to die tomorrow, would the people who report to me say that I had integrity? How would my peers describe me? And what would my manager say?   ………….Answer Preview…………….. Walking the ethical talk means being ethically … Read more

Criminal Justice Assignments 1. Write a 200- to 300-word response in which you describe some of the reasons for violent behavior in prisons. Include the following components: (need by 2/12/15) Violent behavior among prisoners Violent behavior between inmates and staff Strategies for responding to violent behavior How violent behavior affects incarceration length 2. Write a 350- to 700-word … Read more

DQ #1 — Horizontal and Vertical Analyses  (No min word count, does not need to be in APA Format) What are some examples of how horizontal and vertical analyses are used in the decision-making process (think of business managers and supervisors as well as investors, bankers and other interested outside parties)? DQ #2 — Ratio … Read more

Direct and Indirect Cash Flows Write a 350-word response regarding the differences between the direct and indirect presentation of cash flows. Why does the Financial Accounting Standards Board allow both methods? Which do you prefer? Why? Format your response consistent with APA guidelines.           ………………..Answer Preview………….. Cash flows are enforced by the FASB. … Read more

Business Environment Write a scholarly paper in which you critically evaluate and discuss the following: Discuss how communication during Chinese business negotiations is different from domestic negotiation.That is compare the differences between Western and Chinese non-verbal communications during Chinese negotiations. How do international negotiators manage conflict during Chinese negotiations? What are the differences in Western … Read more