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Our blood is one of the most essential parts of our system. Without it, we cannot function. Needless to say, without our blood, we can no longer live. With this very high importance of our blood in our own life, normal people tend to think that we should keep it to ourselves, save it for our own use or make sure that we don’t spill even a minute drop of it. However, our blood is not supposed to be treated that way. There are more, better and a lot beneficial ways on how we can maximize the use of our blood. The foremost way that we can use of our blood, aside from maintaining it in our body, is to donate it through recognized or authorized blood donation institutions. To give or donate a blood is a very noble thing to do. It’s just like you are giving a part of you which will provide a second life to somebody else. Just think of the fact that in the US alone, there is one person who is in need of blood and the sad thing is there’s only 5% of the total US population who donates blood (The American Red Cross, 2008). Indeed, donating blood saves a life. We are assured that somebody will be given a second chance to enjoy life as it is. If we donate blood, we will find inner happiness and fulfillment in knowing that somebody has been saved. To donate blood has also some health benefits. If you are to donate a blood, it means you are taking an allowable amount of blood from your system. It should be noted that our body has a way of replenishing in itself the exact amount of blood that was taken out. This is then healthy we are allowing the ‘old’ blood be taken out and have a fresher and sometimes ‘thicker’ blood in return. Aside from that, the two most healthful advantages of that a blood donor can get from donating his/her blood is being able to remove excess iron and lowering the risk of heart disease. “Blood donation removes some of the excess iron which can cause free radical formation in the body. In fact, studies have shown that men who donate blood on a regular basis have a lower risk of heart disease. With heart disease being the number one cause of death in males, this is, indeed, an important health benefit of donating blood” (Leong, 2008). Other authorized institutions give incentives to blood donors. Some provide some gift certificates, other offer minimal incentives like free parking or free childcare. Other blood banks even states that they will give priorities to those people who have donated a blood at times that they will be the one in need of blood transfusion (The American Red Cross, 2008). But the most important benefit of donating blood is the feeling of happiness in knowing that you are doing the right thing. No one can condemn a person who is willing to give, for free and voluntarily, a part of himself. A blood donor can never be criticized with what he/she is doing because he/she is not helping somebody, the blood donor is in fact saving a life and that alone is beyond measure. With all
Introduction After reading and analyzing Alice Munro’s stories form “Something I’ve Been Meaning to Tell You”, it would be relevant to regard and discuss the issue of the importance of sibling relationships in those stories. They are: “Something I’ve Been Meaning to Tell You”, “Material”, “How I Met My Husband”, “Walking on Water”, “Forgiveness in Families”, “Tell Me Yes or No”, “The Found Boat”, “Executioners”, “Marrakesh”, “The Spanish Lady”, “Winter Wind”, “Memorial” and “The Ottawa Valley”. Thesis statement In her volume, «Something I’ve been Meaning to Tell You” Alice Munro expresses the importance of sibling relationships that can be regarded as a central concern of the volume that unites all of its stories. Discussion Thus, it is important to note that the feature that unites Munro’s stories and helps to fully recover the problem of sibling relations is her liberation from the straightjacket of the ordinary life plot and its unexpected and unusual twist-at-the-end. In “The Spanish Lady,” the two twenty-one years apart arrivals of the narrator by train in Vancouver’s station are represented tied together in the story with the view to create a dramatic contrast. To achieve the dramatic shape of her narratives and express the importance of sibling relations, Alice Munro uses certain double vision that includes paradoxes and parallels through the story. Another story called “Husband,” has an individual plot and, unlike other narratives, follows quite strictly a chronological sequence, so it is not hard to trace the development of the character’s relationship within their family. The second story – “Material” “opens at a point in time near the end of the action, and the narrator, who is at the centre of the action, moves frequently and easily between present and past, establishing through juxtapositions and a dynamic confrontation and interplay of opposites in character and behavior, the differences between the attitudes of the artist and the attitudes of other people” (Martin, 1987, p. 78). In this story, the past and the actual husbands, Hugo and Gabriel, are represented as opposites at the beginning of the story. Alice Munro pays a great attention to family and sibling relations in this story effectively using those characters. In order to recover those sibling relations, Munro uses a new creative method that produces a shift in the purpose and value of episodes within the story. For example in “Material”, the flooding of the basement in Dotty’s flat might be regarded and evaluated as less a unit in a chain of a plot rather then a device to concentrate the opposition and inside play between Hugo and the narrator that creates certain tension in their relationship. At the end of the “Material
Organisation’s approach to Learning Learning is an integral professional consideration in the contemporary decades and modern organisations are currently acknowledging the imperativeness of continuation of learning and development among employees (Chawla & Renesch 2006). The learning process must prevail throughout the professional life and it is quite significant for organisations in the competitive business environment of nowadays to prepare their workforce to meet the endless corporate challenges. As postulated by Davies and Nutley (2000), learning is something achievable by individuals, but “learning organisations’ can configure themselves to maximise, mobilise, and retain this learning potential” (p. 998). Commenting on the same, Davies and Nutley (2000) assert that organisations hunt for enhanced learning primarily to maintain competence and organisational flexibility to challenges within the rapidly changing and uncertain environment as well as enhancing their innovation within the business world. Central to such factors, part of this portfolio evaluates and analyses organisational learning while focusing on its policies and regulation that depict the presence of practices and approaches to learning and development. Synopsis of the organisation The organisation in the discussion herein is Crowe Horwath (HK) CPA limited, which is a CPA organisation operating under Crowe Horwath International situated in Hong Kong (Crowe Horwath 2013). The company entails providing a continuum of professional financial-related services, including risk management, auditing, tax, business advisory services, merger and acquisition, as well as corporate counselling (Crowe Horwath 2013). The company has approximately 20 directors and over 300 supporting teams and professionals possessing strong technical skills. The company enjoys extensive resource support from the main Crowe Horwath International that enables them to provide services at the international scene (Crowe Horwath 2013). Crowe Horwath (HK) CPA limited has been triumphant for several years of its operations and one of the factors articulated in its service charter is the presence of professional workers, which may deem untrue by simply examining the company on a shallow view. This section of this portfolio examines organisation’s policy, practices, and approaches to learning and development that depict learning and development (L&D) in Crowe Horwath. Presence of well-articulated policy structure Crowe Horwath has been serving under a strong service charter that may significantly prove its dedication and determination towards achieving learning and development in the workplace. Based on its website, there is substantial evidence that may portray the prevalence
Introduction Improving the quality of one’s life is imperative in the present century. Education, establishment of more employment opportunities and private health in life are among the objectives which self-gratify an individual. The lifestyles individuals are accustomed to and their environment impact healthy behavior. However, there are several ways of improving personal health, which may at times present challenges in their implementation. The benefits of most of these healthy behaviors nevertheless obscure the impediments which are faced. Chosen healthy behavior I would like to exercise more routinely (5-7 times a week), while trying to develop a nutritional plan. This calls for having a meaningful vision and acquiring skills necessary to achieve the desired wellness. Physical activity, aerobics and muscle training are some of the divisions of exercise which include a painless 20 minute walk to an intensified work out in the gym. Dancing and engaging in a physical sport like basketball or tennis is also forms of indirect exercise. The beauty of some exercises is that they do not necessarily involve a routine. Walking, for example, may be administered whenever an opportunity carves itself out. These forms of physical activity stimulate hormones which are necessary for proper growth. Its other benefits like feeling and looking better lift composure and improves character, traits which are critical in the normal human socialization process. Using the stairs instead of the elevator and cycling to work are other valuable processes which are not that hard to achieve. My main focus will be engaging in exercise, but I will also try maintaining a good diet. My nutritional project involves taking more fruits and vegetables and avoiding junk food which usually has a lot of fat. I have thought out turning into vegetarianism, but it has proven to yield more challenges than benefits, so I will prefer adding more vitamins in my diet. Reasons for making this health change Health is not just about whether a person is challenged by a disease. I chose to make this condition change in order to further my physical, social and emotional well being. Physical activities help reduce weight and promote better sleep regardless of age or masculinity. I would like to reduce 30 pounds that I am overweight, and while keeping a diet may be forceful and not so feasible, employing straightforward exercise strategies will be my first choice of a health change. Being proud of my physique would significantly assist in developing the social interactions I want. The observations I have made on the behavior of overweight students in school is not so attractive. They tend to cluster together and receive taunting comments, which lower their faith in life. I want to make a health change in order to maintain satisfactory relationships with my present friends and be able to communicate con
Unlike a variety of cardiac diseases, the incidence of stroke is sudden and extremely urgent, as sometimes, a minute late medical intervention may result in irreversible consequences. Generally, for the convenience of characteristic findings for a stroke, a FAST framework was developed, encompassing such processes as sudden disruption in speech, numbness of facial muscles, arms, and legs on one side of the body, dizziness, loss of balance, confusion, and inability to focus (Falkner & Green, 2018). Once any of these signs are recognized, it is critical to call 9-1-1 immediately. Stroke, apart from being hard to anticipate, is an extremely dangerous disease in terms of neural and physical rehabilitation. After the stroke, patients undergo a long period of returning to normal life, and frequently they are forced to learn how to perform the activities of daily living (ADLs) from scratch. Patients feel like they become a burden for their caregivers, so they are extremely vulnerable. Considering the toll taken on both the patients and their closest surroundings, the nurses play a critical role in providing emotional and physical support for them. Aside from educating, the nurses play a key role in helping patients reintegrate into the community after such a severe condition. According to Falkner and Green (2018), nurses are to provide patient support along with education and resources. For example, when people younger than 65 years of age are to return to work after a long period of health restoration, a nurse serves as a mediator between the employment assistant programs and the patient. Apart from recommending resources, nurses keep in touch with occupational and physical therapists in order to advise a patient on the possible employment and social securit
Introduction Morrison PLC is one of the UK largest food and drink retail stores. Headquartered in Bradford UK, the firm offers a variety of food merchandize ranging from fresh vegetables to packed fish and meat (Wm Morrison Supermarkets PLC, 2013). Morrison is currently the fourth largest grocery chain store in terms of sales revenue and annual turnover. In addition, the firm boasts of over five hundred stores across the UK including over twelve convenient set-ups. Besides, the firm’s major clientele consists of individual buyers, businesses as well as institutions that majorly purchase bulk fresh products (Wm Morrison Supermarkets PLC, 2013). Currently, the firm competes with major retail chains including Tesco, Sainsbury and Asda. The main purpose of the report is to examine the current strategies of Morrison in an effort to provide excellent customer services. First, the report will identify sources of the firm’s competitive advantage originating from internal factors. Second, the report will identify future prospects of Morrison based on industry’s economic trends and the manner in which competitive forces influence operations of the firm. Finally, the report will provide clear future objectives of Morrison in form of recommendations depending on the current reality and future prospects. Sources of Competitive Advantage Focus on the Provision of Fresh Products and Dedication to Environmental Sustainability The dedication of Morrison to provide fresh products to clientele is one of the critical actions that differentiate it from competitors. The firm has been dedicated to provide its clientele with quality fresh products, which are majorly sourced locally. In addition, Morrison has increased the awareness of its brand through the provision of fresh products and commitment to environmental sustainability (Wm Morrison Supermarkets PLC, 2013). Well-developed Supply Chain Morrison has well developed-supply chain, which ensures constant supply of products to the clientele. Highly trained and skilled personnel with increased qualifications in the supply chain management control the supply chain. The major role of the supply chain department is to add value to the final products delivered to customers. Highly Trained Personnel The highly trained and dedicated workforce remains critical in the provision of excellent services to clientele (The Times, 2014). Morrison emphasizes on the employment of skillful employees within major services delivery areas. For instance, the firm focuses on the employment of skillful bakers, grocers, butchers and fishmongers among other important skillful employees. Besides, the firm is proud of offering career development opportunities in various areas ranging from logistics to marketing and finance (Hill & Jones, 2012). Morrison’s dedication to career advancement through training and other intern
Introduction In her narrative “Incidents in the life of a Slave Girl,” Harriet Jacobs attempts to describe the role of ‘the home’ in the lives of black slaves, their children and white masters in the American South. While it is evident that the major themes are slavery, gender inequality, and domesticity, it is imperative to determine the roles that a home has in the narrative, especially because it acts as a symbol for other themes. Essentially, one of the most powerful ways in which the author documents her experience as a slave is through a comprehensive description of “a home” as space where relations to slavery are shaped. Nevertheless, an in-depth analysis of the narrative shows that the home is also the position at which these power relations can be challenged or manipulated positively. Arguably, the home is a vital space in which slavery takes place under the influence of race and gender, yet it is the most important space where slaves can fight for their rights. Jacobs’ Description of the Home The symbol of the home is used to describe a place or space that facilitates slavery through negative perceptions of gender and race. In Jacobs’ narrative, Dr. Flint’s home portrays a good example of a home, where black people are seen as objects or possessions of the master. Also, black women are perceived as sexual objects that can be used for sexual pleasure at the will of their owners (Jacobs 23). The relationships between Flint and his slaves, especially black women, are the example of the power relations of enslavement. To Dr. Flint, black women are the asset that he can sell or buy when he wishes. For instance, when living in their home, female slaves must face hard moments because they are forced to satisfy their sexual desires. According to the author, Dr. Flint has about 12 children with his black slaves (Jacobs 124). Also, Dr. Flint deprives male slaves the freedom and right to enter into relationships with the females of their choice. Because of his jealousy, Dr. Flint is ready to sell any black male suspected in forming an intimate relationship with the black women. How Does Race and Gender Shape Relations in ‘The Home’? Within the two types of the home described above, it is evident that race and gender are the important themes that emerge in the narrative. Dr. Flint’s home is an example of the common social system in the American South during American slavery. First, the author describes racial differences between whites and blacks in their homes and provides an e
Summary The world has become increasingly globalized and firms are finding themselves faced with the stiff competition due to the elimination of geographic and communication barriers that existed before. It is now possible for a firm to operate anyone in the world as long as they have the financial capacity and the target market. Under such a competitive business environment, firms are forced to come up with unique ways of remaining profitable and successful in their operations. One of the ways that firms around the world are now embracing is turning themselves into project-based organizations. This means that they are now identifying tasks and turning them into projects with a specific timeline within which they should be completed. Using this strategy makes it possible for these organizations to evaluate the performance of each task to compare the resources used and the returns it gave within a given period (Jafari et al. 319). This strategy is proving to be a successful way of addressing various tasks, but it faces a serious challenge of knowledge loss. When a firm implements a given project successfully, the team involved in such projects gets to develop more knowledge and experience on how future projects should be handled. However, sometimes these employees are lost either through retirement, retrenchment, transfer, or resignation. The departure of any of these knowledgeable and experienced employees automatically leads to knowledge loss. When they leave, they leave with all that they have gathered over the years and this may affect the implementation of future projects in such project-based organizations. Each project should smoothly lead to the next project. However, this smooth transition from one project to another is hampered by knowledge loss. It is, therefore, important to come up with ways of dealing with this knowledge loss. To address this problem, it is necessary to come up with an appropriate project risk management model that is based on knowledge management. The study aimed to come up with an appropriate risk management model of knowledge loss for project-based organizations. Key Learning Points The messages in this article are very educative and I agree with them to a large extent. As a firm increases in size, it becomes very difficult to know how each of the departments is fairing on each of the tasks they undertake. That is why it has become necessary to have each major activity run as a project. I agree with this strategy of management because in so doing, a firm will be able to know how efficient it’s various act
Cases of successful corporate governance include IBM, Apple, and Southwest Airlines. The American global technology and consulting corporation International Business Machine (IBM) has rigorous structures and mechanisms for sound corporate governance. The giant corporation’s outstanding employee management practices can be traced back to the days of former CEO and IBM founder Thomas J. Watson. Founded in 1914, IBM was among the first companies in the US to provide training programs for its employees. As early as 1934, the company joined the league of a few corporations at the time that provided a whole range of benefits including survivor benefits, company-sponsored vacations, and group life insurance to all workers. In addition, the IBM Corporation has one of the best codes of conduct on social responsibility, human rights, gender, transparency, and non-discrimination policy. Apple’s unique corporate culture, on the other hand, has enabled the multinational consumer electronics and personal computers Corporation to emerge as one of the world’s most successful companies. Apple Inc. has a reputation for fostering excellence by recruiting highly talented and competent individuals. Under the leadership of the new Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook, Apple’s newly adopted efficient and impelling supply chain system has been acknowledged as the best in the entire world. Apple has also instituted efficacious control mechanisms in its procurement, manufacturing, and marketing. This has enabled the company to expand the market territory and to easily meet the demands of its unusually loyal consumers. The company also has a specialized accounting and competent audit committee to oversee the financial transactions of the corporation. Southwest Airlines is another American corporation that has gained a reputation for thinking outside the box and for its sound corporate and proactive risk management practices. The company’s corporate governance and its low-fare, low-cost business model have been an inspiration for many low-cost carriers across the globe. Southwest Airlines has been recognized for its effectiveness in investor relations, for supporting recruitment, promoting minority vendor programs, and providing scholarships. Southwest Airlines has adopted a corporate governance structure that emphasizes economic efficiency, excellent service, and accountability. The company has severally been ranked top for excellent customer service and customer satisfaction. The most recent cases of failing corporate governance include Enron, Satyam, and Tyco. In the case of American energy, commodities, and services company Enron (which was revealed in October 2001) the management failed to stop the rule-breaking and fraudulent behavior of its employees. Though the company had in place stringent structures for good corporate governance, its employees nonetheless disregarded the company’s stated standards in their quest to generate profits. Enron also had a properly constituted and competent corporate social responsibility task force, whose mandate was to oversee issues related to public engagement. On paper, Enron’s code of conduct on social investment sound