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The Walt Disney Company deals with media animation, television, travel,tour and film production. Increased revenue margins have also been realized from its online media, music industry, theater and publications. Walt Disney’s major revenue generation channels include ESPN, A+E Networks, Disney Channel, Marvel, Walt Disney Studios and ABC Family (Ingersoll, 2005; Franz & Smulyan, 2011). The Walt Disney Company has a strong mission that is founded on the need to enhance creativity and innovativeness. The company’s mission is to ensure that it remains the global “leading producer” of leisurely entertainment and information. The company aims to “make people happy”. Improving financial growth is the core focus of the Walt Disney Company. The Walt Disney Company’s vision is to foster innovation and utilize the latest existing technologies in venturing into new entertainment markets across the globe (Franz & Smulyan, 2011). In line with its mission and vision, Walt Disney’s core objective is to be a global leader in the production and provision of information and entertainment by use of a wide scope of entertainment brands that aim at differentiating its products, services and media content from those of its competitors. Financially, the company’s objective is to maximize its cash flow and earnings while allocating capital to its growth strategies so as to boost its long-term investor value (Ingersoll, 2005). In the 2011 fiscal year, Walt Disney’s net income was $4.8 billion. This value was a 21% increase compared to its 2010 financial performance. In the same year, the company’s revenue rose to $40.9 billion. The value was a 7% increase from the previous year’s financial performance. Its human resource systems focus on talent acquisition and retention, according fair compensation to employees, enhancing global mobility, fair labor relations, encouraging creativity and innovativeness and encouraging career growth and development. Objectives for improving the organization’s financial position One of the objectives for improving Walt Disney’s financial position is to finance its costly technological ventures in the entertainment industry. Sports programming remains to be the core focus of the Walt Disney Company (Franz & Smulyan, 2011). To effectively finance this costly technological venture in the dynamic entertainment industry, improvement of Walt Disney’s financial position cannot be ignored. The second reason for the improvement of the organization’s financial position is to enable the Walt Disney Company to venture into the unexploited markets. The unexploited markets include China’s 1.3 billion people who form an ever growing entertainment market and many developing countries. Its performance measure is to increase productivity based on the revenue generated. The third objective for improving Walt Disney’s financial
Abstract Aristotle, the world’s illustrious genius is the one who discovered and put into perspective the three rhetoric devices namely ethos, pathos and logos. Rhetoric is credible art of making persuasive appeal to the potential audience through deliberate use of argumentative convincing language. This essay puts in to perspective the use of rhetoric literal devices utilized in both verbal and written communication in contemporary art design work such as product design. The introductory section serves as the synopsis highlighting the key uses of the three elements of rhetoric. Further this paper will elaborately show the usage of these devices through pictorial examples appended on this paper. To wrap up, this paper will review why the rhetoric devices serve such a momentous role in the field of art and design. Introduction Rhetoric brings out the oomph in a communication; it is the spice that seasons the words of a speaker enthralling the awaiting audience to yearn for more. As George categorically stated, rhetoric entombs the power of words, the energy in communication (1992, 1). The driving force behind the speaker’s words and the vigor remitted through is utterances in nutshell explain rhetoric. Evidently, rhetoric empowers speakers to prey at the credulity of the awaiting audience swaying them to the desired state. Kennedy summarily, states that the ethos of a speaker exudes the speaker’s character credibility, logos comprise of the persuasive evidence presented to the audience and then pathos carries with it the emotional appeal that arouses the audience to feel and grasp the sentiments of the information send forth. Dewey, adds into Kennedy’s perspective but takes it a notch higher by suggesting that rhetoric can be implemented in both language and design (1958, 46) Design comprises of wide range of products and artifacts, rhetoric can be utilized in both fine arts and in industrial production. In a close rejoinder, John continues to say that,’ when approaching design from a rhetorical perspective the hypothesis should be that all products are clear arguments about how we should lead our lives” (Lawson 2004, 56). Consequently, the potential buyers are likely to purchase products in accordance with the degree of persuasion. McKeon categorically stated that rhetoric is widespread device covering a wide scope of disciplines shared among myriad disciplines (1987, 186). Further, the author proceeds to say that rhetoric provides a conduit through which theoretical experiences are brought into solid practice (192). Buchanan states that “a statement that relates this to product design in that the designer’s work is to conceptualize and evaluate ideas, then make them tangible through products that are expected to have an appeal to the final user” (1988, 12). To sum up all these ideas, the new rhetoric of our modern days has become a cementing factor fusing words and things. A creative art becomes the most ideal podium through which modern rhetoric can be extravagantly exhibited. General overview of rhetoric and Rhetoric in design In a critical review Hauser extended the idea that rhet
Introduction Transport economics mainly focus on the movement of goods and people over time and space. There are different modes of transport used to transport goods and people from one region to another. These include road transport, air transport, rail transport, sea and air transport. All these modes have their advantages and disadvantages and the choice of one mode of transport depends on several factors such as speed, costs, convenience, and many other factors. In transport economics, the cost of transport is very important since it plays an important role in facilitation of trade. This topic analyses transport economics specifically on the area of air transport. History of Air Transport Among all the other modes of transport, air transport was among the last modes to be developed. Before the development of air transport, the other modes of transport such as road and sea transport, which were developed many years ago, were used. In the ancient times before the discovery of modern modes of transport, people used to walk by foot from place to another implying that, even for people to exchange goods and services, they had to walk by foot from one market place to another. This mode of exchange was very cumbersome for many reasons. First, it was time consuming; secondly, the quantity of goods to be transported was very little and this phenomenon made it difficult to trade and the transport was so inconvenient. However, as the time went by, different modes of transport were developed which reduced the cost of transport. For instance, roads were developed and trucks could be used to transport goods from one region to another. Rail and water transport were developed and goods could now be transported over long distances. Development of rail and water transport made it possible for traders to exchange their goods from country or continent to another and this facilitated more trade and reduced costs of transportation. However, the development of these three modes of transport (road, rail, and sea) transport did not solve the problem of transport completely. A mode of transport that was faster and more convenient was required. This need led to the development of air transport in the early twentieth century. Through innovation of airplane, trade was taken to another new level where goods could now be exchanged at faster rate than before. Air transport made it possible to transport goods and people from one region to another within few minutes. Perishable goods, which could not be exchanged before due to their nature, could now be transported from one region to another. Movement of goods and people was enhanced in all parts of the globe. The cost of transport was also reduced in a large prop
Introduction Emotions form an integral part of human life. Consequently, this paper will examine emotions and the theories related to them. The theories include James-Lange Theory, Cannon-Bard Theory, Darwin Theory and the Limbic System. It looks at the mechanisms of addiction and how it works. Lastly, cerebral laterizations and the four methods of studying them. It looks at how these relate to functionality in the right and left hemisphere of the brain. Emotions Emotions are the defined in three-fold: The subjective experience, the expressive or behavioral responses and the nervous response. They encompass the feelings, perceptions and cognitive processes in the interaction with certain stimuli. These include: joy, anger, hatred et cetera. Theories of Emotion Darwin’s Theory Mainly speaks of facial expressions as emotional expressions to communicate a certain message. For example, a smile or flashing of the eyebrows may show joy or a way of saying hello to some people. James- Lange Theory Posits that when we perceive a threatening stimulus or any impulse, the perception of this causes an autonomic nervous system response. The brain receives the impulse and causes the increase in internal processes like heart rate and breathing after assessing the type of stimuli. For example, when we see a lion before us, a message is sent to the brain to increase our level of anxiety and cause an initial response of increased heart rate. The brain then tells us to fear the lion. The cingulated gyrus receives messages from the hippocampus from the hypothalamus that it projects to the cortex for emotional expression and subsequent physiological response (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2010). Cannon-Bard Theory The initial response to stimuli is simultaneous to perception. The impulse sent to the brain in response to the stimuli is sent to two different parts of the brain: cortex and thalamus. The thalamus receives the message from the mamillary bodies (while the cortex receives messages from the cingulated gyrus) and responds to elicit an emotion with manifestation in increased breathing or facial expressions. When we see the lion we will be fearful then we will prompt ourselves to have an increased heart rate then we will flee or, we will see an old friend, be glad then smile (LOL to Good Health, n.d). Limbic System Limbic System refers to the cerebral area of the brain connected to the hypothalamus and its closely related parts like the hippocampus, pituitary gland, thalamus among others. It comprises the paleopallium (intermediate brain). It determines affective functions such as maternal instinct or playful moods. According to Papez, the hypothalamus is primarily responsible for emotional responses. It receives relays from the cingulated gyrus, which sends them to hippocampus. The hypothalamus sends the impulses to the cortex (Do Amaral & de Oliviera, n.d.). The effects of drug taking can be devastating since it becomes a conditioned response due to conditioned stimulus of regular drug in take. It therefore leads to drug tolerance. According to Pinel (2007, p.488), the D 2 theory of schi
Healthcare professionals possess adequate competencies that guide them to deliver high-quality services to their patients. They should pursue other responsibilities that are within their scope of practice and proficiency. The issue of change management is also critical for practitioners since it dictates the nature of care available to different populations or community members. This paper explains why the concept is relevant to the field of health and nursing management. This discussion also interprets the implications of the change in the medical care delivery system on nurse leadership. Concept of Change All professionals in the field of healthcare should be aware of the importance of introducing and implementing change in their respective units or practices. Batras, Duff, and Smith (2016) define the term as any effort, initiative, or strategy aimed at transforming the way professionals deliver medical services to their patients. This is a clear indication that this concept is essential in both nursing leadership and health care environment. Health Care Environment The ultimate objective of the healthcare practitioner is to ensure that more people have access to high-quality and timely medical services. Practitioners will achieve this goal by engaging their colleagues, identifying emerging opportunities, and promoting appropriate practices in the field. They then should go further to embrace the concept of change to introduce superior procedures, ideas, and insights that can add value to the targeted patients (Miles & Scott, 2019). For example, practitioners and leaders in different units consider this idea to improve existing care delivery processes. Health professionals use powerful models to present evidence-based organizational cultures, behaviors, action plans, and procedures. These achievements will eventually ensure that more people have access to exemplary health services. Within any given health care environment, professionals can pursue the concept of change to identify, introduce, and implement emerging technological systems that resonate with the changing demands of patients. The same principle will apply when a given unit, department, or group intends to revolutionize the existing practices (Batras et al., 2016). The concept of change will guide all managers to mentor targeted followers. Individuals can consider the same idea to revolutionize their care delivery philosophies continuously. Nursing Leadership and Management Nurses have a scope of practice that dictates their duties and responsibilities within the healthcare environment. Those who decide to take up managerial roles can embrace the concept of change to continue improving the experiences of more pat
Abstract This research concerns the art of conflict resolution. It dwells on all aspects of conflict resolution from the strategies, skills and the steps involved in conflict resolution. It also explains the various benefits and challenges of conflict resolution. The paper ends with the conclusion on the overview of what conflict resolution is and what it is not and whether it is important in our daily interaction. Introduction A conflict can be defined as a disagreement by which parties taking part perceive a particular threat to their wants, interests and concerns. Conflict concerns the following concepts: Disagreement : there can only be a conflict if there is a disagreement and a particular degree of difference between two or more parties that are involved. In this circumstance, there can be a true disagreement and a perceived disagreement which may be varying. Conflict only happens when there is a misunderstanding. Parties involved : for a conflict to occur there should be some parties involved which may be two or more which take different sides based on perception of some issues. Perceived threat : in a conflict people react to a perceived threat as opposed to the real or the true threat. Needs, interests and concerns : These are majorly the threats that define a conflict. In the case of a workplace conflict, the centre of definition may be the relationship with complex and emotional desires (Academic Leadership Support, n.d.). Nature of Conflict Conflict emanates from different perceptions in belief systems that might result from cumulative experiences in life, and variance in values and interests. The nature of conflict can also be linked to varying perspectives on the situation. Parties are constantly in conflict due the lack of common ground and overlapping interests. Conflicts can be both intrapersonal and interpersonal. Intrapersonal conflict happens within various parties in the event of lack of congruence on certain issue (Wandberg, 2005). Sources of Conflict There are three identified sources of conflict: economic, value and power. Economic sources : This concerns the conflict that arises from the competition for the scarce resources where each party strives to gain a lot and their behavior and motive is geared towards maximum gain. Value conflicts : this concerns the failure of parties in terms of life, ideologies and their preferences and beliefs. An example of value conflict is an international conflict like cold war. Power conflicts : power conflict takes place when each party would wish to assert a lot of influence over the other. This is necessitated by the fact that it is hard for one party to be strong unless the other party is becomes weak. This power struggle must have a victor and a villain. In this case, parties enter into a conflict due to the desire of on
Introduction Love has been described in as many ways as there are stars in the sky or sands on the beach; it has been described as eternal, fleeting, constant, abrupt, logical, illogical, biological and even psychological, in fact there are so many concepts, descriptions, words, phrases and even piles of poetry that attempt to define love that attempting encapsulate it into a single phrase or line is to ask for the impossible (Riley, 1). Yet the common theme for all literature and oral traditions that encompass the concept of love is that they all state that love is something deeply personal and as such is based on personal perspective. This would probably explain why there are so many definitions of the concept since if every individual is unique then the ways in which they interpret love must be unique as well. As such, based on my personal perspective love is something that comes from seeing that special someone and wishing them nothing but happiness, for me love is neither emotional nor fallacious rather it is the willingness to cast away all logic, all feeling and even common sense in favor of truly seeing someone that you care about happy. On the other hand my own personal experience with love is that it is a torture beyond all tortures, it is sacrificial with no actual compensation in the end and it is even at times incredibly stupid blinding a person to what is in front of them. Evidence of this can be seen in the main character of the story “Love is a Fa
Introduction Cruise tourism business is one of the most vibrant and greatest emergent constituent of vacation industry. Since beginning of eighties, the business has had a standard annual expansion rate of 7.9% for every year in Caribbean. Likewise, over the previous few years, Belize has make out harbor calls skyrocket by surplus of 100%. Actually, this increase rate ought to be seen as a remarkable raise as the industry keep on enticing more lines toward Belize. This improvement in port calls is enormous for Belize; nevertheless, social and environmental issues have to be put into deliberation when enacting any guiding principle which would make possible development of the Cruise tourism industry. In point of fact, the ambition is to capitalize on the profit gained from the cruise industry and all together supporting the natural possessions of Belize. Moreover, Belize City is the main central region, congregating more than 40% of all cruise customers who come on shore. This paper analyzes basic components and guiding principles of Cruise tourism industry. Background According to Beggs & Ross, Cruise tourism experienc
Water reserves on Earth are deteriorating quickly. To ensure a safe and fulfilling life for humans and animals on our planet, it is critical to preserve freshwater and avoid wasting it. One of the ways to preserve water is by recycling it. This process enables to use freshwater multiple times by cleaning it of waste substances. Why Should We Recycle Water? Water recycling is proclaimed b many international organizations, such as the WHO and Greenpeace. It is a safe and relatively inexpensive process that allows cleaning used water for reuse. Recycled water can be safely used for cleaning, washing, and even drinking. Water recycling systems that are consistent with Islamic teachings are also available. There are multiple studies that proved their effectiveness and applicability in Muslim nations. Thus, water recycling does not contradict the Islamic tradition and teachings. Water Recycling Water is a critical element that is essential for the life of humans and animals alike. There are very few organisms that can survive without water for long periods of time. Most creatures use water for hydration and washing. We also use water in food preparation, cleaning, and the manufacturing of various products. Our exploitation of water resources is higher than any other creature on Earth, and thus reducing our use of water could help to save freshwater resources. Why Recycle Water of Ablution? Ablution is a ritual that uses large quantities of water. Ablution is regularly carried out in mosques, thus contributing to the deterioration of freshwater resources. By introducing water recycling in mosques, we can contribute to global water preservation efforts while staying true to our faith and traditions.