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Introduction One of the most essential aspects that dictate effective business operations and administrative development capacity in an organization is the kind of leadership assimilated by organizational leaders (Chassin et al., 2010). It is the leadership of an organization that determines how well strategies, goals, objectives and visions are formulated and assimilated in order to achieve high profitability. Taking into consideration the complexity of management in the highly globalized world and changing trends, this paper explores human resource operations and administration at Prairie St. Johns Hospital in an interview with Michelle Parkinson who is the Director of Human Resources. An overview of business operations at Prairie St. Johns Hospital Prairie St. John’s LLC is a psychiatric hospital based in Fargo, North Dakota (Prairie St. Johns, 2010). The hospital was formed in 1996 and has since been able to expand its locations to Moorhead, Minnesota and Woodbury. It offers variety of clinical services for adults, children and adolescents. Some of those services include mental health services, telemedicine, psychiatry consultation, treatment and inpatient hospitalization. The leadership in this hospital has aligned its resources towards its mission of offering healing and hope to individuals and patients with addiction problems and diverse psychiatric conditions. Human resource leadership and operations at Prairie St. John’s LLC The department and profession that plays one of the most important roles at Prairie St. John’s LLC is the Human Resource Department because it deals with workers, appraisal and strategic focus. This determines the overall productivity and profitability in the institution. Human resources departments are very crucial in linking an organization with its visions because it is workers and employees who define the application of respective organization policies. The Director of Human Resources at Prairie St. John’s LLC is Michelle Parkinson. She holds a Bachelor’s in business and healthcare administration from the University of Minnesota State. Besides, she is a well-known senior professional (SPHR) with over 16 years of experience in human resources. Mitchell’s experience as a leader in this field was developed during the initial 8 years that she worked in different nursing homes, physician clinics and acute care hospitals in Nevada. Her work at the Prairie St. John’s LLC started in 2010 where she was charged with the roles of providing responsible leadership in the human resources department. The interview Questions used during the interview  1. What are the most crucial functions of an HR? Why are they crucial and how do they relate to your organization’s productivity?  2. As an HR leader, what task
Hurston opens a curtain to the life of spouses that never meant to be ones. The complex and symbolic plot of the “Sweat” goes around the relationships between Delia and her husband Sykes and parallels in which there is an evident problem of domestic violence starting from the exposition. Sykes started to beat up his wife only two months after their wedding. Additionally, he was constantly cheating on her and gained a reputation of an “adulterous man” that spent off Delia’s money on numerous flings. The latest mistress of Sykes was promised the house that Delia purchased through her own sweat of extremely hard work. Numerous scenes of violence, abuse, and disrespect are illustrated throughout the story. However, Delia is not only a woman that suffers from her husband’s oppression. There is an evident example of structural violence since Delia was working for white people as a washerwoman. Hence, Delia is not only a feminist icon but a black woman that tries to end the vicious cycle. The symbol of a snake as a tool of punishment could be compared to the Biblical image of a serpent. Delia is a faithful Christian that represents constant kindness and the virtue of love. She “had brought love to the union” that was clearly above showing the core principle of “turning the other cheek” (Hurston, 1997, p.41). Empowerment happened when the so-called “karma” principle worked and instead of being poisoned by her husband Delia gained liberty. However, as proposed by Hurt (1993), the snake represents the “evil side” of Delia that he could not deny as she did not warn Sykes nor did she save him. My personal feeling towards the presented storyline was continuous compassion for Delia and her struggle. She is the voice of women that experienced not only discrimination based on gender but on her ethnicity and origin as well as occupation. Finally, I believe that it is a fair final that shows how an oppressed side stops being a victim and punishes the abuser. It is the symbol of anticipated victory that black women of the low-paid class could only hope for during these times.
Dry Heat Cooking In this method of cooking, heat is transferred to the food by radiation through the air, metal and fat that heats the metal at high temperatures sometimes even higher than 100 degrees celcius. This method majorly relies on the use of extremely high temperatures to achieve the required heating specifications. Grilling This is a method of cooking that involves exposing food to heat either from below or above the food surface. It takes place by the help of heat transferred through air which transmits the heat to the food. Air being a poor heat conductor, the food to be grilled has to be placed close to the source of heat as possible. The grill is fast heated before the food is placed to be grilled (Eileen, 2010). It is sometimes used to marinate meat that will be grilled due to the high temperatures involved. Food is usually turned once during grilling and a grid is used to give the food distinctive grill marks. This type of cooking is ideal for poultry and fish. This is due to their soft and tender meat and the ease with which the grill marks form on their surfaces. Grilled Strip Steak   * Preparation time: 15 minutes   * Cook time: 20 minutes   * Total time: 35 minutes Ingredients   * 3 boneless beef strip steaks   * Kosher salt to taste   * 4 tea spoonful compound butter   * Freshly ground black pepper Preparation  1. Allow the steaks in a room temperature for about 15 – 20 minutes  2. Trim any excess fats and leave about ¼ inch around the edge  3. Preheat the grill  4. Brush the steaks with butter and season them generously with kosher salt  5. Place the steaks on the grill and do not overcrowd them.  6. Cook for 4-5 minutes, depending on steak thickness and grill temperature. After about 2 minutes, rotate the steaks 45 degrees to give them cross hatched grill marks  7. Using a pair of tongs, flip the steaks and cook for another 4 minutes.  8. Remove the steaks from heat and cover them with foil and allow them to rest in a warm place for about 5 minutes.  9. Place the steak on plates on top of each other with a tablespoon of butter and serve immediately 10. Serve 3 Roasting Roasting refers to a method that uses hot and dry air to cook food. The food to be roasted may be put in an oven or over an open flame. Roasting is mainly used to enhance the flavor and aroma of the food through browning on the surface of the food. Caramelization refers to the browning of food caused when carbohydrates are heated and maillard takes place in meat. Thus, it ensures that food is evenly cooked since all the food surfaces are directly exposed to the heat evenly.
Many controversial societal issues exist in the United States nowadays. One that should be addressed as soon as possible is the question of the disenfranchisement of ex-felons. Presently, nearly 6 millions of people in America are deprived of their voting right, which is “the right preservative of all other rights” as the Supreme Court once called it (Hull, 2006, p. 1). Considering the high percentage of African-Americans jailed before the Civil War without any valid reasons, as well as the fact that guiltless people can also be convicted, fewer restrictions should be imposed on ex-felons, and the current situation can be improved through a particular theory of change. About the Issue The loss of voting rights is a part of so-called “civil death”, the term introduced to America and implemented here by British colonists ( Felon Voting Right , 2015, par. 2). Even though other constitutes of civil death, such as the forfeiture of property and the right to appeal in court, have already been abolished in our country, the loss of rights remains a disturbing issue. Presently, 5.3 million of the US citizens, which is one in forty individuals, can not vote because of felony convictions in the past, regardless of the severity of the crime ( Felon Voting Right , 2015, par. 3). Even though people do not believe in ex-prisoners, many of them actually show a great performance in different spheres of lives, such as employment, for example, since they appreciate rare opportunities they get (Brooks, 2011). When in 2007, Charlie Crist returned voting rights to non-violent ex-felons in Florida, the rate of recidivism decreased by 33% (Greenbaum, 2014, par. 6). A Change Theory, Related Change Processes, and Implementation From my point of view, a classical model of change theory founded by Lewin fits best of all in this case. The model consists of three stages: unfreezing, movement, and refreezing (Dirkx, Gilley, & Gilley, 2004, p. 42). At the unfreezing stage, the readiness of people for the change should be evaluated. It can be done with various studies and surveys. By conducting a little bit of the research, we can find out, which states are more or less aware of the problem, what percentage of people support the change, what counterarguments people who are against the change have, and so forth. At the same stage, limitations and constraints should be considered, as Cronshaw and McCulloch (2008) suggest. The phase of implementation should start with attempts to raise the awareness of the population regarding the problem. The population can be influenced via media, par
Findings and Implications The literature review helped to reveal that color plays a significant role in the formation of external environment perception. Different types of colors, i.e. cold or warm, as well as the distinct tints and shades, may create a particular atmosphere in the interior space (Liu, Ji, Chen, & Ye, 2014). Therefore, a designer needs to consider the power of colors in his/her work, use them as an important instrument, and make attempts to comprehend the potential psychological implications of a particular color usage. The findings in the previous research studies make it clear that interior design may largely influence human behavior and psycho-emotional state (Renzi, 2012). In this regard, the effect of color may be regarded as one of the most influential. It is important for designers to investigate the individual perception of color because the profound understanding may lead to excellent results in work. Once a professional improves the skills of design tool implementation, he/she may easily realize the conceived project and meet the customers’ interests, preferences, and expectations in a more efficient way. While working with color, a designer needs to take into account that the overall effect of the tool implementation largely depends on many other aspects and nuances of the interior space he/she works with: shape, light, combination of applied materials, etc. (Moody, Petty, & Giglio, 2015). Moreover, it is necessary to keep in mind that the perception of color strictly depends on the individual characteristics, and each person may see and respond to different hues and tints in a distinct way (Read & Upington, 2009). It is possible to say that although there are some universal truths and theories about the color effects in the field of design, the specialists should not simply rely on the theoretical knowledge and need to make significant efforts to understand the needs of each client and comprehend the strengths and weaknesses of a particular space. In this way, a good interior design project implies a combination of theoretical concepts, individual work, and practical execution. The findings also revealed that interior design may extensively affect both human conscious and subconscious states (Norman, 2002). At least for a few times in life, each person experienced a lightweight yet an evident shift in mood and mind state when entering a classy hotel or a restaurant, or, on the contrary, some poorly maintained old and messy railway station or a store. When, in the first case, a person would likely experience an emotional uplift, in the second case, he/she would feel a psychological and emotional decline. The individuals may be aware of the causes of the mood shifts or not but the influence of interi
The Board of Directors of The Procter & Gamble Company Procter and Gamble are one of the best performing corporations on the globe. The company has enjoyed transformative leadership. The constitution of the board of directors has played a significant role in its performance (P&G 2012). Generally, the company has shown a remarkable level of performance over a long period. It is critical to review the role of the board of directors. Apart from this, it is vital to analyze the composition and contribution of the directors. The board has an oversight obligation to monitor the affairs of the company. The board operates under the guidance of definite protocols and regulations set up both at the federal and state level. One of the most critical roles in the exercise of fiduciary responsibilities. The board safeguards the interests of the shareholders. Ideally, they commit to enhancing an excellent mechanism of corporate governance. The policies and routine practices of the board portray a high level of commitment. Evidently, this ought to be the basic focus of most corporations. Particularly, this is appropriate within the current globally competitive era. The board offers the management crucial information regarding routine quality management practices. It is in charge of periodic meetings and critical site visits (Smith 20). Additionally, it also conducts important interactions geared towards quality improvement. Notably, the board engages in strategic planning for the company. There are also leadership development initiatives, succession planning, and quality control. The board acts as an oversight in the management of risks. To achieve these noble objectives, the board is organized into committees. There are corporate governance frameworks that play a significant role in the benchmarking of the board’s activities. The Name, Age, Time in Office, and what Important Event, Decision they Did Many members of the board of directors have served Procter and Gamble Company. The directors have provided unique contributions and played critical roles in the development of the company. Angela F. Braly is aged 51 and has been a director since 2009. The director has contributed immensely towards the development of transparency systems in the company. She has shared her quality experience from the W
At my place of work, aggregated planning is viewed as an approach to business planning that takes a long-term perspective and considers the company as a whole rather than as a selection of separate parts. An aggregated planning leader thinks about the future in 12-18 months and analyzes all departments in the company, rather than focusing on specific models or divisions. It is believed that this approach can reduce costs and make the company work more efficiently. Aggregated planning strategists begin by developing forecasts of future supply and demand. They are coordinated to manage the company’s products. A company can control the demand by adjusting prices and using other tactics to increase or decrease demand during a given period. To ensure that the supply meets the needs of the demand, deliveries are ordered on time, and the company is tasked with ordering staff to get the best prices when choosing products. Negotiating ahead of time can provide opportunities such as access to discounts and other special benefits. Operating expenses are another factor that is factored into the overall planning strategy. These include staff costs, handling overheads, and other costs associated with maintaining the facility. Keeping these costs low through strategic planning can generate more revenue. Simple actions such as changing work shifts can reduce energy consumption during peak hours, allowing an organization to operate at a lower cost. I find this type of planning to be effective. For aggregated planning purposes, it is often convenient to view production in terms of work or machine time over a given period or productivity (number of elements per period) rather than focusing on each component. This approach makes it possible to make general decisions on using production resources without touching on specific production requirements for each product or service (Jamalnia et al., 2019). Combining different products and services into common groups makes it easier to get a common unit of aggregated planning. Reference Jamalnia, A., Yang, J. B., Feili, A., Xu, D. L., & Jamali, G. (2019). Aggregate production planning under uncertainty: a comprehensive literature survey and future research directions. The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology , 102 (1), 159-181.
Abstract With its ability to fly faster than normal aircrafts and to access inaccessible hiding locations by the enemy, V-22 Osprey epitomizes a powerful transformational air-craft. The super craft is characterized with unique features that make it stand out from other helicopters due to its ability to swoop into an enemy’s hiding location, with deadly results. However, it should be noted that the acquisition and program management development cycle of this particular aircraft has not been a smooth one. More than thirty people have lost their lives in the course of V-22’s development and the aircraft seem to face more challenges that may lead to more deaths. It should be noted that this glitch-plagued aircraft has been accused of possessing numerous flaws in regard to its design and operating systems that make it even more dangerous. This is despite the fact that the aircraft is on demand for special operations within the government defense forces. The U.S Air Force for example requires fifty CV-22s to engage in various special missions while the navy requires forty-eight aircrafts for rescue missions. The Marine Corps on the other hand are in dire need of replacing their old models of CH-46s and CH-53s with 360 MV-22s to enable a smooth transition in their missions. If positioned in combat, it could lead to major future fatalities that will not only be caused by the enemy fire, but by the fundamental flaws witnessed throughout its development. These flaws were as a result of omitted tests and shortage of the general design that were initially pointed out but never dealt with. Though the development of V-22 is rife with opportunities, the challenges seem to outdo the initial intended purpose of the aircraft (Jean, 2007). Background The development of V-22 osprey was initiated in 1969 by the navy department. It was initially known as the Joint-Mission Vertical Lift Aircraft at the time and operated under the Vertical Assault Medium Transport requirements (Polmar, 1987). It was not until 1986 that the government, under the Department of Defense, gave its authorization to allow the program to engage into full time development. The first flight of osprey was witnessed in 1989. However, there was a strong debate calling for the cancellation of V-22 program. The Secretary in charge of Defense in the then Bush administration spear-headed the mission to kill the program despite the program’s documented capabilities. However, this mission hit a deadlock due to various challenges that led to the congress’ failure to support the cancellation mission (Jones, 2001). This was due to the numerous misinformations about the ospreys that seemed to be in circulation at the time. What then characterized such a massive push to cancel such a program? As earlier noted, the inception of V-22 has been faced with numerous challenges. Not only has it led to the deaths of marine troops in two different cra
The effectiveness of the decision-making process is influenced by external influences that include politics, organization dynamics, and the outcome of the policies. Therefore, bureaucratic politics and organization dynamics have a profound influence on the decision-making process. Collective bargaining by a group of individuals who are guided by available decision-making alternatives has an impact on bureaucratic politics. 1 In fact, this becomes a possibility if the decision-making process attracts public interest. However, there are individuals with different approaches on issues and abilities that can help achieve the desired goals for the organization. On the other hand, every individual possesses a different perspective on issues that have a directly or indirect impact on self or the organization. Therefore, arriving at a decision requires a combined reaction of the people involved in the process. The following discussion explores the negative impact of bureaucratic politics and organizational dynamics on the decision-making process. Organizations tasked with the process of decision-making cannot operate without outside interference or influence. 2 The culture of a department and the individuals involved has a great influence on the decisions-making process. In this regard, organizations known to be bureaucratic impede the process due to the red tape policies. Therefore, it is difficult to initialize a change process and implement the same in bureaucratic-ridden organizations. Bureaucratic policies involve politics and influences from governmental leadership, social, economical accountability demands. Therefore, a heightened public interest on how decision-making processes are conducted is expected. As a result of bureaucratic politics, organizational autonomy and freedom are impeded. On the other hand, bureaucratic bodies support policies that serve individual and personal interests at the cost of efficiency in the organization. In addition, policies made to serve individual interests do not benefit the public. 3 From this perspective, it is clear that poor organizational dynamics and structures are associated with negative and pluralistic decisions on public policies. Similarly, organizational dynamics has influences on the decisions that may serve personal interests and not the public. In this context, group polarization, obedience to authority, and the bystander effect are three factors that explain the reaction and choice of individuals or groups. 4 In the presence of confederates who are considered of a higher standing in the society or community, the decisions made are of similar impact. Due to the external factors such as the people, the impact of the decision and the public perspective of the same influence the process. In conclusion, the ability to make sound decisions is influenced by both the internal and external environments. Bureaucratic politics and organizational dynamics have an influence on people and institutions. In most cases, bureaucracy impedes efficiency of the decision-making process. Bureaucratic politics inhibits autonomy and the possibility of unitary decisions since t