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Introduction Cisco Systems Inc. refers to an American-founded multinational company, headquartered in San Jose, California. The company specializes in the designing, manufacturing, and the sale of networking equipment. Cisco Systems Inc. Romania is among the subsidiaries of the umbrella company. As an entrepreneur within the Romanian market, the company holds the sole role of discovering the market for networking products. This market can only be exposed through a thorough exploration of the needs of the Romanian market. Afterwards, the company is supposed to position itself in a manner that meets the needs identified within the market. For that reason, the threats of both internal and external environments have to be borne, towards tapping into the potentials of the market. This paper explores the internal and external environments enhancing or limiting the success of the company in Romania. Segments of the general environment that influence Cisco Systems in Romania The external environment comprises of both competitive and general environments. The competitive market is comprised of the markets and the general industry, in which the organization in question identifies with and where it competes. The general environment is also called the macro-environment. This is the case because the changes that take place in this environment affect certain industries, as well as the firms operating within a certain environment. Despite the fact that the competitive environment influences companies directly, the general environment influences the competitive environment to a large extent. The components of the general environment include the economic, political, social and the technological spheres. According to Cavescu (2011), Romania is a country, which is characterized by high levels of organized crime groups. These Romanian crime networks are actively engaged in the counterfeiting of popular products, especially those produced by reputable companies. There is a high prevalence of counterfeiting among organized criminal groups. Sonic and Prelipcean (2012) pointed out that Romania is an established center and market to different types of counterfeit products. In this case, it has grown into a transportation center and a destination with a ready market. The prices offered in the Romanian market are favorable, which attracts more inflow of counterfeit products and the production of the same. From the study by Caunic and Prelipcean (2012), it was concluded that Romania is an established origin, point of transit, and a destination market for counterfeit products. Citing the economic environment within the Romanian market, it is clear that the economic and the technological spheres of the market are likely to impair the company to a large extent. On the part of the general economic environment, Romania has matured as a market for counterfeit products. Thus, transport channels and distribution networks are fully established. For this reason, the economy of the region is greatly dependent on the supply of cheap counterfeit product
Introduction The policy previously adopted by Australia towards North Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of Korea or DPRK) has more or less been the same one the US has in place (McCormack 39-50). The results aimed at convincing the DPRK to adopt the trends the rest of the world adheres to, have not been forthcoming. The Koreas (both North and South) have been in existence as separate states since 1948. The conflict that sparked between the two nations arising from ideological confrontation and manifest as the civil war has continued, even up to this day, to influence inter-Korean politics. Whereas the South is seen as being a more democratic state, hence liberal, the north is projected as being communistic and therefore more closed. Australia has been actively involved in the politics on the Korean Peninsula and has cultivated a very close relationship between it and South Korea and even fought on its side during the Korean War that occurred between 1950 to1953. Today, South Korea is the third largest trading partner with Australia. On the contrary, Australia and the DPRK have had a very odd relationship. In 1947, when the UN formed a temporary commission for Korea that oversaw the successful creation of the two states, Australia was actively involved. Relationships were cozy for the two countries around mid-1970s but eventually broke off. There was another brief stint of cooperation in 2000, however, the nuclear crisis took place and relationships continued to sour, further strained by a drug-smuggling incident in Victoria. Australia continues to have formal diplomatic relationships with the DPRK, albeit very minimal, evidenced when it refused to open its embassy in Pyongyang and opted to having its ambassador to China double up as the North Korean envoy. The DPRK is associated with its insistence on having a nuclear program that manufactures weapons which is against the treaties and agreements contained in the UN charter. Due to this reason therefore, the country is continually in strained relationships with many other nation around the world. Australia in particular has had numerous trade barriers imposed on it that have halted trade and denied the countries the benefits that accrue from it. Trade has been at a minimum however with Australia r
Hirings a time-consuming and expensive process; hence, ensuring you have the best people in your team not only benefits the organization but staff and associated patients. Some hospitals spend almost $10,000 on recruitment costs (Muehlemann & Leiser, 2018). As such, it is vital to pick a method that serves the organization’s best interests. This paper will look into methods of conducting analysis, job descriptions, specifications, and future changes that may affect it. Interviews and Questionnaire Interviews are the fastest, cheapest, and most credible way to collect information about potential workers.. A professional interviewer may probe crucial sensitive areas in depth to collect information on selecting the best-fit candidate. However, interviews face common challenges such as interviewer bias and misinterpretation. Questionnaires are widely used due to their ability to collect a lot of information. Applicants who come for the job will fill out a structured questionnaire that will collect information such as their attitude on some nurse-patient scenarios.. Job Description and Specification We at Al Tiaf hospital are looking to hire registered nurses to facilitate our patients’ care. Our ideal candidate is a well-trained responsible professional who can offer the best services under minimal supervision. Responsibilities include assisting surgeons during operations, monitoring patients’ conditions to provide the best care, and performing routine procedures. Requirements include being a registered nurse, expert knowledge on nursing care methods, and a valid nursing license. Changes The roles of a nurse in any organization keep evolving over time. Technology could affect the description since it might replace a task that a nurse previously did. Other factors include the high rate of retiring nurses, higher educational expectations, and the creation of nursing jobs outside the hospital setting, which pose a challenge. A high rate of retired nurses means more responsibilities for working nurses. Conclusion Hiring is a critical process that every organization strives to discard and minimize costs. Before an applicant is hired, human resource planning goes through three stages. These three stages are planning, recruitment, and employee selection. The organization advertises its job description and specifications to reach the desired applicants. They adopt one or a combination of methods to analyze the candidates, then the most suitable one is hired. Reference Muehlemann, S., & Leiser, M. S. (2018). Hiring costs and labor market tightness. Labour Economics , 52 , 122-131. Web.
Introduction In the United States, all children have the right to receive education in public schools in spite of their social status. The federal laws also protect the rights of immigrant students without references to their status of illegal immigrants or unaccompanied minors (Schmid, 2013). Nowadays, in the U.S. schools, two students among thirty students in a class are immigrants, and the researchers state that these statistical data can be even understated (Adelman & Taylor, 2015; Darden, 2014). The number of immigrant students enrolled in schools increases each year. The U.S. Department of Education in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Human Services regularly provides new guidelines that are oriented to propose the appropriate action plans to public schools (U.S. Department of Education, 2014; U.S. Department of Human Services, 2014). The main goal is to address the social and educational needs of all students in the United States and create comfortable environments for learning the English language and improving academic performance. Although the number of immigrant students increases, more attention is paid to the realization of federal laws and principles regarding the education of the immigrant population, services proposed in the majority of public schools cannot address the needs of all children (Anderson, 2013). The problem of providing education for immigrant students is important to be discussed in detail like the number of states where public schools address this issue adequately is rather low. Challenges associated with the necessity of placing and enrolling unaccompanied minors and undocumented immigrants are not resolved in the majority of public schools in those states where the number of immigrants is traditionally low. The purpose of this project is to analyze the situation around the immigration influx and the education of immigrant children, including unaccompanied minors, with the focus on the environmental scanning and propose the change initiative and plan directed toward improving the situation in those K-12 schools wher
Introduction The contemporary American society is characterized by celebrities and their positive and negative impacts on both the young and the old. The culture is evident in mainstream media where television programs, magazine articles, and other outlets seem to focus more on these individuals than on other issues affecting the society. As such, one can argue that celebrities are an important part of American culture. People tend to copy their lifestyles and personalities. Their actions are an inevitable part of modern day media. The irresponsible conduct of these persons is the major issue in the news on radio, television, and magazines. Their uncouth behavior patterns are negatively impacting on the American youth. Something needs to be done to address this issue. Celebrity managers should be encouraged to take their clients through counseling sessions and relieve them of their duties unless some efforts are made. Provision of mental health services is the probable solution to this menace. Promoting Mental Health among American Celebrities The youth view celebrities as their role models. They end up imitating their lifestyles and embracing their values and aspirations (Sheridan, North, Maltby, and Gillett 560). One negative impact of this is the fact that several celebrities are known to engage in drug abuse and other immoral activities. For example, Justin Bieber, one of the famous teen pop icons, has received a lot of media attention as a result of his love for alcohol. According to Duke, the celebrity has “…admitted to drinking, using marijuana, and taking prescription pills” (para. 8). Such acts have increased incidences of drug abuse among the young American generation. They have also led to other immoralities like prostitution and crime. Abuse of drugs is common during performances (Liddle 43). As such, it is important to find ways to deal with this menace before celebrities turn the “life song” of American young people into a dirty one like those promoted in concerts around the country. One of the ways to do this is to encourage Bieber and his ilk to “sing their songs” on the couches in the offices of mental health counselors (Herd 1260). Celebrities and their antics entertain Americans. Perhaps, it is high time for society to return the favor by making these idols happy as well. One way to do this is to establish rehab centers and public etiquette schools in Hollywood and other areas where American pop stars write their songs and make movies about the USA. It appears that most celebrities do not care about the adverse effects of their behavior on other people (Diamond, Bermudez and Schensul 270). That is why the larger society should assume this responsibility of taking care of their personalities, who are so busy tic
Harvard Business Review The first video clip discusses the various leadership values that are expected of every good leader. It is composed of a series of interviews about what makes a good leader. Several responses were given by the various leadership experts who were interviewed. What stood out about each response was the fact that each value was gleaned directly from a specific global leader who was used as an example. The following are some of the leadership values that were discussed. First of all, a good leader is pragmatic. A good leader also has strong personal values and makes every effort to teach these values to others. A good leader displays intellectual humility. This means that he has the ability to change his course of action and thought many times, as circumstances demand. This particular leadership value has been found to be very difficult to execute, especially for successful leaders. Most leaders tend to be rigid thinkers, always trusting what has worked before. A good leader is also described as one who is able to learn and embrace both negative and positive feedback. Another leadership value that is noble and equally rare is the ability to create a working environment where employees feel appreciated. This phenomenon is referred to as “distributed ethics.” A good leader is also described as one who is not shy to consider different points of views. This, of course is a form of visionary open-mindedness and not just the indiscriminate intake of ideas. Other good leadership values that are mentioned include good communication skills, resourcefulness and an ability to inspire others. Social entrepreneurship is a new aspect of leadership that is also mentioned in the video clip. This means that a good leader is one who can zoom in on individual employees and show empathy, while at the same time zooming out to apply the learned values to a group of people. Robin Sharma on Leadership This video clip is part of an interview with Robin Sharma that was conducted just prior to the presidential election debates that were going to be held in Canada. Sharma is basically talking about what it takes to be a good leader. He presents various clues and tests that one should look for in an attempt to identify a good leader. For instance, he mentions that authenticity is essential in good leadership. A good leader is one who doesn’t fear being honest in communicating some of his reservations or fears. A good leader should also be innovative in his thinking. A dreaming leader is not necessarily too idealistic because this is what it takes to be visionary. A good leader is also one who is able to detect his own unique personal values and be able to live life on his own terms. Another aspect of authenticity that is emphasized by Sharma is the ability to live out one’s creed. Basically, a leader will always be able to preach a better sermon by his lifestyle rather than by what he says. Sharma concludes by providing an acronym that could be used as a test for identifying what
Biohazard wastes are infectious materials or materials that are potentially infectious. The most common Biohazard wastes include human body fluids, microbiological wastes, animal wastes, sharp objects, electronic wastes, and wastes that contain radioactive or chemical substances (UC MERCED 1). For this reason, individuals handling Biohazard wastes must ensure that they are either properly treated or disposed of. Also, individuals handling such type of wastes must be highly cautious (Hazard Awareness and Management Manual 1). Biohazard can also be defined as a material that can cause an injury or harm to humans and other living things (UC MERCED 1). The most notable Biohazards in our contemporary world are materials that emit radiations. Radiation is the type of energy that travels through a vacuum in the form of electromagnetic waves or subatomic particles (Gabr 2). Naturally, all living things are exposed to different types of radiations in the atmosphere and from naturally existing materials. Several ecological radiations are of great significance to life. However, a high level of radiation is very harmful to living things (ICNIRP, 10). Radiations originate from both natural and man-made sources. Natural sources of radiation are cosmic rays and terrestrial radiation. Man-made sources are classified into medical sources, industrial sources, nuclear explosions, nuclear power, and nuclear accidents. These radiations are in different forms. They include radio frequency radiation, microwaves, infrared, ultraviolet light, X-rays, and Gamma rays (Adams and Ronald 4). This paper will focus on microwave radiation as a Biohazard. The paper will explore the microwave radiation characteristics, applications, and hazards at workplace, homes, and many other places. Different types of Radiation Radiations are classified into two groups, namely: non-ionizing radiation (electromagnetic radiation) and ionizing radiation. The term ‘non-ionizing radiation’ is limited to the section of the radiation continuum commonly referred to as the radio frequency region. This section of the spectrum is characterized by relatively low frequency ranging from 10 Hertz to 10 14 Hertz. The non-ionizing radiation is sub-divided into extremely low frequency (ELF), radio frequency (RF), microwaves, and infrared (ICNIRP 10). On the other hand, ionizing radiation has a very high fr
Introduction Developing countries are faced with various problems, the main one being poverty. Recent researches show that in most of these countries, the rich continue to be rich each day while the poor becomes poorer. Unlike in the developed countries like United Kingdom, economical imbalance is very common in the developing countries. There is the class of the rich elites and the class of the illiterate poor. The minority rich in these countries own factors of production, giving them power to acquire even more wealth. This creates an economic imbalance where one fraction has a stronger economic power, while the other bracket suffers from poverty. Several bodies including the United Nations and World Bank have come together with an aim of alleviating extreme poverty in the member countries, especially the living conditions of those living below one dollar a day in these developing countries. This has however, remained very elusive due to the leadership of these countries. These people lack the necessities that include food, clothing, and shelter. The World Bank in 2001 reported that the level of poverty in some of these countries is one the increase due to leadership practices that are based on greed and self interest (Hill & Jones 2010, p. 67). While poverty level is reported to reduce in developed countries, in some countries like Haiti, people are still in absolute poverty. This research will focus on poverty in Haiti. This paper seeks to ascertain the argument that poverty of poor countries is due to the wealth of the rich. Poverty in Haiti Haiti is a Caribbean country occupying some portions of Hispaniola Island. This nation is recorded to be the first to gain independence in the Caribbean community in the year 1804. Within the western hemisphere, Haiti is ranked as the poorest country. Researches show that approximately 80% of the rural population in Haiti lives in extreme poverty. Haiti’s income per capita of $250 is considered a tenth less than the average of that in Latin American (Evans 2012, p. 78). This nation is also very popular among the Caribbean community, known to be the poorest in America as per the measurements of the Human development Index (Hooley 2008, p. 190). Worldwide, Haiti nation is categorized as one of the poorest countries. The life expectancy for Haiti is only 57 years compared to 69 for Latin Americans. This is because of inadequate healthcare facilities. Almost three quarters of the Ha
Introduction Eric Liu, through a collection of seven memoirs and essays wrote the Accidental Asian . Having worked for former president, Bill Clinton, as a speechwriter, Liu narrates his personal and cultural identities through the book Accidental Asian . Largely, he criticizes the notion of ethnicity and racial categorizations by implying that these notions are falsified by the fact that they misrepresent the true essence of our humanity (Liu 2). Being a second generation Asian-American, Liu ponders on the extent that his Asian identity influences his personality and life as an American citizen. In the first chapter of the book, Liu recounts his father’s death and his family’s discovery of a collection of memoirs and texts from his father. Though Liu is able to speak fluent Chinese, he cannot comprehend these memoirs and texts because he cannot read Chinese. This observation is narrated as an ironic observation considering Liu is Chinese and cannot read Chinese text (Liu 2). The titular chapter of the book forms the framework for criticizing the idea of an Asian-American identity in America because Liu does not agree with the notion that there is a common base of interest for Asian-Americans (Liu 52). To strengthen his argument, Liu refers to the fact that half of Asian male adults are not married to women from their race. He is also a victim of this fact because he acknowledges that he is also married to a white woman. In the same breadth, he knows that he is going to have children of mixed ancestry but interestingly, this fact stands out as a problem for Liu. Though Liu perceives racial categorizations to be an American invention, he is worried of the fact that his children may lose their cultural and ethnic identities. He acknowledges that there is a need to know ones heritage, and though America is a cultural melt point, people should be able to tell where they came from (Liu 59). Liu however draws a thin line between this observation and racial prejudice. Therefore, Liu is confronted with a problem of striking a balance between cultural identities and racial prejudices. In the same argument, Liu draws a link between the Asian community and the Jews by identifying that Asians are the new “Jew” minority in America. Comprehensively, we can affirm that the book Accidental Asian invests in the dream that racial prejudice will disappear and people will move beyond the narrow lens of perceiving certain people in a particular way. However, the book also expresses some nostalgia in the fact that people will eventually lose their cultural and heritage identities if racial stereotypes become obsolete. Somewhat, the book also expresses the view that cultural ties to one parent should not be extensively severed. However, striking a balance between the two points of view seems to be Liu’s biggest aspiration. The Accidental Asian narrates different themes, but considering Liu is an American-born Asian, it is impossible to ignore the theme of acclimation. This observation stems from the fact that most of Liu’s views are informed by his racial identity within the American context. Therefore, there is a cl