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The Battle of Bastogne was a part of a larger engagement between German and American forces. This military operation is now viewed as one of the landmark events in the career of George Patton whose leadership skills played an important role (Yeide, 2011, p. 363). This paper is aimed at discussing the actions of this military commander more closely. In order to analyze George Patton’s activities during the Battle of Bastogne, one should mention that he was able to understand what kind of actions should be taken to stop the possible offensive of the German forces. Therefore, he was ready to relieve the besieged American troops (Zaloga 2011, p. 32). In particular, he could see that it would be necessary to mobilize three divisions and move them in direction to Bastogne. In this way, he could avoid the delay that could prove disastrous. He had the foresight to see predict the attack of the Wehrmacht and determine how it could be hindered (Zaloga 2011, p. 32). This is one of the main aspects that be identified. Additionally, he was able to visualize and describe the possible course of the battle. For instance, he could predict that the course of this military operation could significantly be affected by weather conditions (Gitline, 2010, p. 91). Moreover, he was able to make reasonable prognosis about the tactics of German forces. Furthermore, this military commander succeeded in describing the necessary actions, especially the creation of the corridor through which it was possible to resupply and relieve the attacked American troops (Gitline, 2010, p. 91). On the whole, this step was vital for ensuring that the German forces could not regain their previous positions. Yet, the most important aspect is the way in which George Patton directed the actions of other military commanders. It should be noted that he had provided a set of detailed instructions to other commanders before the relocation of three divisions was necessary (D’Este, 1995). Therefore, he could save a significant amount of time. This issue was critical for the success of the operation. One should also pay attention to Patton’s leadership in the course of this battle. It should be noted that George Patton’s confidence influenced the many other officers who did everything possible to maintain his orders. This aspect is also important because many colleagues of George Patton did not believe that it was possible to provide assistance to the besieged troops as quickly as possible. This is one of the main points that should be considered. It was also important for the success Finally, a mission commander is responsible for the evaluation of the military operation. George Patton believed that this battle was one of his major successes (D’Este, 1995). Nevertheless, historians do not know whether he carried out a detailed analysis of the engagement. This is one of the main limitations that can be identified. The problem is that even a successful operation can have some drawbacks, and they were not described or analyzed. Overall, one can argue that George Patton was a maverick leader who could set very high standards
It is saddening, how all through our lives we tend to search for love, and never find that which we can call true love. At the end of the day, situations make us believe something else or someone is responsible for our travails. But if we can look deep within, we are often responsible for the things that come our way in our search for love, either through our actions or inactions. In the book the brief wondrous life of Oscar Wao by Junot Diaz, Oscar, having found himself in a dilemma of choosing between two of his girl friends, made a decision that set a tone for a disastrous voyage of love. Having been deceived by sight, he went for Meritza, who at the point by every standard was more beautiful than Olga; he ended up making the worse decision of his life. At that point in their life of Oscar, he had to make a decision, who knows if he chose Olga maybe he would have had a fulfilling love life, and subsequently things would have turned out differently in his life. Shortly after his heartbreak, he experienced rejection, not that he was rejected, but he felt rejected as a result of the earlier experience, which subsequently affected his approach to girls he so much admired. Often time one has to consider the content of a container and reduce the emphasis on the looks of the container. Apparently what led to every of the life challenges he was going to face or faced was as a result of the deception of his sight. The decision to go for Melitza was based on her attractive looks. As it turned out in the life of Oscar he grew to have more faith in the curse he believed his family was going through, he did not see himself as being responsible for the things he faced but blamed it on the curse. For the fact that he proved to the people around him that he was unable to decide for himself, opinions started coming, his sister’s friends will make suggestions and at times make fun of him, all in the bid to see him go out in search of love which he did not have. This grew worse that instead of celebrating his friends; he now was becoming jealous of them. It was funny that the things Oscar possessed that were assets and cherished ones at that, were used in making fun of him. Instead of his pride in the fact that he was a virgin, and more morally sound than his sister and the friends, they made him feel bad that he was not as morally loosed as they were. Nothing leaves a man scared in life like when he refuses to forgive his past. He never forgot his past, but held unto it and believed it was responsible for his present life and true to his words, the event shaped a good deal of his life. Funnily Olga, who was supposed to feel rejected and scared for life eventually became the toast of New Jersey. The fact that she was able to let go of the event and move on with her life speaks volumes of the quality of life and the principles on whic
This advertisement has a complex presentation, and it directly appeals to women across the globe. Perception of the mind is often ignited through a series of propaganda initiatives aimed at the awakening involuntary desire to posses or associate with a product or service. The advertisement is meant for the western market since the picture in it is that of the famous American singer Rihana. The imagethe of the famous singer Rihana is clear in this Nivea skin care product advert. The advertisement appeals to beauty and youthfulness as part of the feminine subjectivity. The commercial is strategically sound since it is designed for the women audience. The poster is driven by the object of perfection designed to convey information to women about the attractiveness of their skin. The commercial has employed an emotive language to reveal the benefits of the Nivea skin product which has been in the market for a century. The product is publicized because it is available to all women. Thus, the benefits and values of the Nivea product must be communicated through the famous singer to the target market. The advertisement is focused to persuade women about the relevance of the product since everybody wants healthy and glowing skin. Bad skin is depicted in this commercial as the worst enemy to the freedom of women. The target market wants to always remain sexy, young and beautiful as the image displayed in this advertisement. The image shows a slim and youthful lady associated with the modern model lifestyle. Reflectively, the excessive focus on body appearance has contributed to high usage of this cosmetic product. The advertisement has utilized the youthful image of the famous singer to build cultural and social values that associate the product with smooth skin. The product emphasizes the culture of freedom and happiness as visualized in the image of the famous singer. I am persuaded to purchase this product frequently to enjoy the freshness and freedom as displayed in the advertisement image. I want to have smooth and fresh skin to feel the freedom promised in the advertisement image. This advertisement suggests that the target group is easily swayed by what they see and follow recommendations from famous persons associated with perfection. The use of glittering generalities on this product aims at influencing the involuntary urge in the mind to identify with attractiveness as painted in colorful Nivea advertisement. Often, an average mind in the target culture would easily be influenced by the brightness and attra
Introduction This paper discusses a group interview that occurred recently and discussed issues surrounding safety and trust. There was a variety of responses to the questions posed by the counselor, some of which were particularly noteworthy because they represented general concerns that frequently emerge in group discussions. These responses may occur in practice, and thus, every participant must know how to respond to the concerns that they represent. The essay will outline four particular topics and provide the author’s answers to them based on prior studies and literature. Essence of the Interview One of the group members was openly distrustful of the others, claiming that “No, I don’t trust. It’s very hard to build trust.” It is natural not to trust other people, particularly those that one has not had many interactions with in the past. The author would respond that “It’s normal to have reservations, and I respect them. Do you think you can contribute something with things you are comfortable sharing?” It is possible to work effectively while respecting each other’s boundaries by finding methods to communicate and eventually creating a discussion. Confidentiality is a significant concern in many groups, as people are worried that information that they would prefer to keep private may be shared further. Moreover, like Corey, Corey, and Corey (2018) note, many people have cultural concerns over the disclosure of information. As one member said, “Well, I was reluctant to come back this week because I felt that last week I shared a lot, and I was feeling really guilty of the stuff that I shared last week.” The author would respond “If you do not want to share something, you can always say so. We do not want to force or shame you.” The author would discuss confidentiality preemptively at the beginning of the group discussion. The author would begin the discussion with “I would like to ask that you do not share any details of what happens here with people beyond the group and respect each other’s privacy.” As such, it is essential to address any concerns before discussion can begin in earnest instead of waiting for someone to raise the question. In doing so, the author would assure the group of their earnestness and promote conversation without relevant matters being held back. If a confidentiality breach occurs regardless, it is highly challenging to stop the spread of information beyond the group. As the second quote used in this paper indicates, people may share experiences that they would not like to be known in group discussions. Young, Mufson, and Schueler (2016) recommend discussing the matter with the entire group to enable the members to e
It is necessary to note that purchasing a service is somewhat different from buying a tangible product (Lovelock & Wirtz 2011). The three-stage model of service consumption reveals the basic features of the process of purchasing a service. The model includes such stages as a search for the product, experiencing the use of the product and evaluation of the “service performance” (Lovelock & Wirtz 2011, p. 24). It is possible to illustrate the process through the analysis of real-life experiences. I (as any other individual) have purchased a number of services. I would like to consider my experience of buying a service from Apple. When I got my Apple iPad, I was on cloud nine as it is one of the best products a young person would want. I used the new device and enjoyed its various applications. Some of my friends also have the same device and we often share our experiences. From a friend of mine, I heard about an application that was very interesting and rather helpful. Clearly, I purchased the product. However, I was unable to use it to its full capacity as I could not understand how it worked. I was ashamed to ask my friend (or anybody as I am a kind of an expert) about it. This is when I found myself at the first stage of service consumption. I understood that I needed assistance (service) to fully enjoy the application. Thus, first is the customer’s desire to do something or get something but he/she does not know how to do that. I was a bit at a loss as I was trying to solve my issue on my own but I could not understand what I could do to make the application reveals its secrets. I implemented certain research. Luckily, Apple is a great company that knows exactly what people may need and I learned about AppleCare. I decided to learn more about the option and it turned out to be the best for me. I have to admit that I considered some alternatives: continue searching in various forums, humiliate and ask friends or use the AppleCare. When I learned that it was free for me, I knew what to do and I made the decision to purchase the service. This brought me to the next stage of the model: experience service encounters. I made the call and I got all my answers. I have to say that it was a pleasant experience as I was talking to a supportive and friendly person who answered my questions simply and fully. After the conversation with the representative of the support team, I was able to use my application to the fullest. More so, I learned things my friends did not know about it and I managed to maintain my image of an expert. This was a really enjoyable experience and I believe it affected my decision process for repeat purchases. According to Lovelock and Wirtz (2011), the third stage is the evaluation of the purchase experience and the formation of future intentions. This can be quite a lasting process. For instance, I still refer to this experience when I make decisions on the use of service consumption. Of course, I made my conclusions once I finished the conversation. I was satisfied with the service I got and I was glad I address the support team. I decided I would address them whenever I might need their
The fair justice system is said to be one of the greatest achievements of the modern age. People believe that in the age of tolerance and democracy all people should be equal in the face of the law. That is why, representatives of various layers of society, social classes and cultures are said to be given a fair trial regardless of their state. However, the situation is not so simple as any various aspects could influence the trial and introduce some special conditions for the accused. Juveniles belong to the group which are given some special conditions and who might count on special attitude towards them. However, there are no reasons for this attitude. Speaking about the given issue, it is important to give the clear definition of this category and determine who could be judged by the juvenile court. According to the existing laws, all young people, who have not reached the age of 18 years, should be judged under some special conditions by the juvenile court that will take into account their age ( What is Juvenile Delinquency? 2011). It means that if a person is 17 years old he/she can still count on some indulgence. However, people aged 17 years are the independent individuals with a certain mentality and attitudes towards various issues. Under these conditions, the reasons for some special attitude towards them seem rather vague. There is no use denying the fact that the number of crimes committed by juveniles increases every year. Moreover, there is the tendency towards the lowering of the age of young delinquents (Butts & Snyder, n.d). It becomes obvious that some serious measures to control this issue are needed. Resting on these facts, the process of the authorizing of young people with the same rights as adults have seems to be a good solution to the existing problem. Having realized the great responsibility and the possible punishment for a certain crime, young people could start to act more gingerly and think about the circumstances of their actions. Besides, there is another disputable issue connected with the juvenile delinquency. The fact is that very often parents are called responsible for their childrens actions and are punished by a court. This practice could be taken as the fatally flawed. Parents care for their children and try to create the best conditions for them. Moreover, it is for them to educate children and explain the norms of behavior. However, if a child is not able to follow these norms and observe the law, parents should not be punished as it is not their fault. The environment has the great influence on a child ( From Juvenile Delinquency to Young Adult Offending , n.d.) and if he/she obtains some ideas different from the values promoted by parents, it is the societys, not the familys fault. With this in mind, it is possible to make a certain conclusion. The growth of the showings of the juvenile delinquency shows the necessity of the introduction of some measures to control this sphere. That is why,
Clarity of Hypotheses The authors had clear and understandable hypotheses coupled with concise and straightforward writing. The writers defined and explained the theoretical background of each hypothesis, which was a helpful approach to understanding the research they conducted (Guèvremont & Grohmann, 2013). In most cases, studies summarize their adopted hypotheses, which leaves several unanswered questions, particularly on the basis for adopting such assumptions. Statistical Tests Presentation and Clarity The authors expressly mentioned the statistical tests they conducted and presented them using straightforward methods and words, making it easy for the readers to understand. The authors tested each hypothesis at a time, make it easy for the readers to follow the research from one section to another (Guèvremont & Grohmann, 2013). Moreover, the tests and methods of presentation were concise and direct, hence easy to comprehend. Presentation of Research Results The authors mentioned their approach to results presentation concisely. This made it possible for the readers to understand each of the study’s results. The researchers also organized their findings and kept their writing succinct, making it easier for the readers to follow the research from one point to another. Possible CMO Action Based on the Research Results It is crucial to update the brand’s style book, its voices, and tone guide to symbolize the brand. Therefore, as a CMO, I would reanalyze the book to create a tone guide for the marketing team. The voice of the brand is not what it said but how it is presented. In particular, the voice must be consistent, though the tone may change based on the format, medium used, or the audience, but must be regular (Campelo, 2017). I would begin with reviewing the content to understand the existing similarities and consider if it is the best approach for the brand and the targeted customers, and then choose the various aspects that must be changed or kept. After establishing the voice and tone of the brand, I would proceed to design the training manual, as this is necessary since training reflects the brand’s attitude, as suggested by Campelo (2017). Therefore, I would analyze the training manual with the sales team and fine-tune it where necessary.
Dubai’s openness to international trade is the most important factor in Dubai’s rapid development. Dubai’s policy on international trade has encouraged the development of infrastructure to support trade. Infrastructure built to support trade includes roads, airports, and power plants among others. The rapid development in real estate can also be attributed to international trade. Trade in Dubai was affected by bureaucratic procedures in the 1990s. There were very many procedures that a business entity went through before it could be allowed to operate. The process of setting up a business was slow because of manual procedures. The government in Dubai took corrective measures by forming Dubai Trade in the early 2000s (Emirates Competitiveness Council 6). Dubai Trade was an organization formed to speed up the process of starting up a business in Dubai. The Dubai Trade Portal provides online services for licensing and business inquiries. Dubai’s openness to trade is enhanced by the operation of Free Zones. The Free Zones are isolated areas within Dubai that allow foreigners and local people to engage in business without paying common taxes such as corporate tax and income tax. Foreigners are allowed to own 100% of any business entity (Dubai Economic Council 12). The Free Zones are set up in specific areas and may deal with specific products. An example of a free zone is the Dubai Internet City. It covers companies that deal with information technology and associated products. Dubai Healthcare City is another example of a free zone that specifically attracts medical expertise. Other Free Zones may attract capital from multiple sectors such as Jebel Ali Port Free Zone. The Dubai government has pursued policies that have reinforced its dominance in regional trade. Imported goods are charged low custom duties. They are charged a 5% custom duty except for alcohol and tobacco (International Business Publications 103). According to economic theory, comparative advantage applies to a country that produces a specific product at a lower cost than others. Most governments use custom duties to protect local industries from countries that have a comparative advantage. The government in Dubai pursued openness to trade as its main economic policy. There were not many local industries to lobby the government for protection from international trade. As a result of Dubai government’s policy on international trade, the value of goods traded through Dubai has increased at a rate that is 12 times the rate of increase in the global worth of goods traded across borders in the last 2 decades (Emirates Competitiveness Council 9). Before 2000s Trade became difficult because of bureaucratic procedures that were req