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Executive Summary The demand for the services of a mobile salon in Silicon Valley has increased tremendously. Most employees working in this region prefer to deal with businesses that offer convenient services. Customers are willing to pay premium prices for quality services. It underlines the reason we intend to establish a mobile salon in the area, which will mainly target clients aged between 20 and 35 years. The clients do not get adequate time to visit salons due to the nature of their jobs and are conscious of their physical appearance. The salon will provide hair, manicure, pedicure, and makeup services. We intend to leverage innovation and personalized services as the primary competitive advantages of the salon. The salon will use both penetration and premium pricing strategies and will use campers to distribute services. We anticipate that Elegant Mobile Salon will capture 12% of the market by the end of the first year and earn $1,722,500 in revenues. In the first year, we intend to spend $600,000 on marketing. Advertising will require $200,000, and the rest will go into financing direct marketing, sales promotion, and personal selling. We expect the revenues in the second and third years to be $2,895,100 and $3,793,400, respectively. The Service Idea Mission and SMART Objectives The primary purpose of Elegant Mobile Salon is to offer services to employees who do not get time to visit their hairstylists, barbers, or makeup artists. The SMART objectives of the mobile salon will be elaborated further.   * Specific: Our salon seeks to ensure employees have adequate time to serve their clients without worrying about when to visit salons or barbershops. The salon will achieve this by making sure that employees get the services in the comfort of their working places.   * Measurable: Our salon hopes to capture 12% of the market by the end of the first year. We intend to hire a significant number of stylists, barbers, and makeup artists to enables us to cover many corporations across Silicon Valley.   * Attainable: We have identified ten companies within Silicon Valley that have a high number of employees. The companies will serve as our primary target markets.   * Relevant: To ensure that we offer quality services, Elegant Mobile Salon will hire employees with vast experience. The salon will also offer manicure and pedicure services.   * Time-Bound: The salon aims to start operating in two months. We will first target five companies and approach others with time. Service Description Elegant Mobile Salon intends to offer cosmetic services and haircut and hairdressing to employees who cannot get a chance to visit salons or barbershops. It is a traveling salon compris
Reflective consciousness can be defined as the capacity of human beings to objectively reflect, rework and transcend concepts and classes in the context of experiential stream. Person-centered ethnography is a strategy that is utilized by psychological anthropologists to reflect techniques and theories in order to comprehend how persons interact with regard to sociocultural contexts. This paper focuses on discussing the concepts of person-centered ethnography and reflective consciousness. When analyzing the concept of reflective consciousness, it is important to focus on implicit objectives. Here, the term implicit is used to refer to psychological contents that, in most cases, do not face any resistance in coming to consciousness. Feelings are central to understanding how people interact in day-to-day life. For example, socialization on the shop floor and other places in different settings show Brazilians’ feelings of displacement. In some instances, interactions are characterized by high levels of disorientation and disturbance. When co-workers do not recognize a worker or student, he or she feels unmotivated to work for an organization. On the other hand, when people spend some time in restaurants taking drinks with friends, they may experience some feelings of nostalgia and modes of sociability. In such a context, an individual’s sense of being displaced arouses reflective consciousness. This could be turned inward to reflect a high degree of intimacy and sensitivity. However, it has been shown that persons respond to feelings in different ways, leaving many observers admiring and perplexed. In fact, some psychologists assert that reflective consciousness could be an awkward attribute, which does not have very clear boundaries with regard to definition and conceptualization. That notwithstanding, some personalities such as Eduardo Mori and Naomi Mizutake, among others, were influential Japanese-Brazilians. In fact, they changed their identities based on their own circumstances. Their ever-changing and ironic deeds could be used to define the limits of cultural and historical dominion. Person-centered ethnography could be discussed in the context of sets of exchanges in which people try to express their thoughts and feelings. Exchanges are utilized to explore states of minds of people in direct modes of engagement. It has been shown that an ethnographic exchange unfolds over time and it focuses on comprehending some important aspects of persons. Psychologists have contended that when people are engaged in talking with others, they also speak to themselves. In so doing, they aim at clarifying their ideas and sharpening their internal debates. In fact, during conversations, persons tend to shift from objectification to reflection to reobjectification, which are characterized by various thoughts and verbalizations. The interviewees in the reading materials could be described as persons who spoke their hear
Introduction Veterans belong to some of the most vulnerable populations due to a variety of reasons. Moreover, many of the representatives of this group tend to become homeless due to the hardships they have experienced, which resulted in substance abuse and serious mental issues. In their article, Evans, Kroeger, Palmer, and Pohl (2019) investigate how the needs of veterans can affect the allocation of money on the federal level. The main points of the authors The main point made by the authors is that the Housing and Urban Development? Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) program has the potential to reduce homelessness among veterans. Evans et al. (2019) admit that it would be wrong to ascribe a considerable fall in veterans’ homelessness entirely to HUD-VASH vouchers. However, scholars also report important positive outcomes of the program. Specifically, each additional HUD-VASH voucher has contributed to an over 1% reduction in homelessness, a 0.9% increase in permanent supportive housing beds, and a 0.7% decline in chronic homelessness in the 2007-2017 period (Evans et al., 2019). Therefore, it is viable to assume that HUD-VASH vouchers are likely to help in the alleviation of homelessness among the identified vulnerable population. My opinion of the article I find the article rather valuable since it offers at least two significant findings. On the one hand, scholars have performed a thorough investigation of the various levels of veterans’ homelessness over a decade. Such research allows tracing changes in the area of public services dealing with homelessness among veterans with substance abuse and mental illnesses. Thus, it becomes possible to note the most effective approaches to mitigating the issue. On the other hand, the authors discuss both the advantages and disadvantages of HUD-VASH vouchers. As a result, it is easy to identify the weak points in the program and come up with solutions to them. Overall, my opinion of the article is positive since Evans et al. (2019) have analyzed one of the most burning social issues prevailing in the USA and have distinguished the achievements gained with the help of other programs from HUD-VASH. The relation of the article to my work The article related to my experience since I deal with veterans due to some aspects of my profession. I have been in the fire service for twenty-nine years, and I have witnessed numerous cases of adverse outcomes of veterans’ homelessness. Thus, I am concerned about the issue investigated by Evans et al. (2019), and I find the authors’ efforts valuable for U.S. society’s positive development. Applying the authors’ points to the public sector It is possible to apply the points and arguments of the scholars to the public sector in a practical sense by engaging more veterans in the program. Also, the connection may be established through the analysis of veterans’ housing needs with respect to the wars in which they participated. As Evans et al. (2019) state, the needs of veterans differ depending on their war experiences. Hence, it is crucial to create a differentiation of these requirements. Conclusion
Executive Summary This report investigates the current and future financial prosperity of global luxury goods manufacturer Burberry, as outlined by Gabriel (2010). Methods of analysis employed by Gabriel include interim results reports and trend analyses. As Gabriel (2010) outlined, industry analysts approximated a 9 per cent decrease overall in the global luxury market in 2009, attributed to a decline in consumer spending. Analysts anticipate the global luxury goods sector will recuperate in 2010, although analysts do not expect as much growth as “the 8 per cent seen prior to 2008” (Gabriel, 2010: p. 1). Fruits of Gabriel’s information gathering reveal that Burberry now enjoys a hale financial position, unlike competitors who were forced to deeply discount their inventory at the apex of the 2009 recession (Gabriel, 2010: p. 1). Burberry’s performance has shown consistent buoyancy and as “profit before tax was up 49 per cent,” Burberry’s performance rates above industry averages on the whole (Gabriel, 2010: p. 1). Performance ranks especially vigorous in the emerging markets of Russia, Eastern Europe, India and the Middle East which added 10 per cent to the retail and wholesale profit. Burberry realized significant gains in the emerging Chinese luxury goods market also, wherein Burberry stated greater profit “both in the country itself as well as from Chinese tourists buying the Burberry check in Europe” (Gabriel, 2010: p. 1). From the years 2008 through 2010 several environmental factors affected Burberry’s brand, the most significant being the global financial recession that began in 2008 (Brownlie, 2000). Subsequent marketing strategies and approaches underwent significant transformation as a result (Brassington and Pettitt, 2007; Brassington and Pettitt, 2006). Burberry took a bold stance and deployed more distinct product delineation within its existing lines, the Burberry London collection and the Burberry Brit collection. After 150 years the Burberry brand proves itself bulletproof in tough economic times, which may explain its courage in choosing to expand during a recession (Mowen, 1998; Mowen and Minor, 2001; Brassington and Pettitt, 2007; Brassington and Pettitt, 2006 ). Introduction The following report examines Come Back Burberry Again and Again, a detailed case study that tracks the global resurgence of the Burberry brand between 2008 and 2010 following trying economic times between 1997 and 2007. The report places special emphasis on how Burberry successfully adjusted its market segmentation strategy to leverage the brand in the midst of the global recession of 2008 and 2009 (Testinger, 1957; Brassington and Pettitt, 2007; Brassington and Pettitt, 2006). According to Gabriel (2010) Burberry posted positive “interim results for the six months ending 30 September 2010. The interim results show that profit before tax was up 49 per cent to £128.5 million,” a significant increase when compared to posted results in 2009 at £8
Stock market refers to marketing environment whereby issuing and subsequent trading of shares and securities takes place (Wyss 12). The market is also referred to as equity market and it is very crucial in economic growth bearing in mind that by issuing specific percentage of their shares to investors, companies are able to raise the much needed capital to facilitate growth and expansion (Wyss 16). The term stock market does not necessarily refer to a specific place (Wyss 18). However, stock exchange market such as the New York Stock Exchange and other exchanges around the world are situated in specific locations. On the same note, stock market provides a platform through which individuals can buy or sell stocks, bonds and securities. Wyss (18) elucidates that there are several securities which are traded in stock markets such as shares, derivatives, unit trusts and bonds. Most stocks are sold or bought through stock exchanges which are either physical or virtual. At physical exchanges, buyers and sellers decide on pricing level through an auction method which is moderated by a specialist (Wyss 64). The final price is arrived at by establishing an equilibrium price whereby both buyers and sellers are willing to make a transaction (Wyss 72). Once an equilibrium price is reached, a transaction is concluded. A similar situation is experienced in virtual exchanges. The only difference is that in virtual exchanges, dealers are interlinked digitally. Moreover, brokerage dealers regulate the stock market through continuous bids which are within a certain price range (Wyss 66). A
Introduction The purpose of this business report is to analyze and evaluate Google, Inc’s marketing strategies through using several technical business models. The analysis and evaluation should explain how the business has achieved its phenomenal growth and outline whether the current strategies used are appropriate to help the organization continue with its future strategy. It’s essential to understand the current intentional position of the company before appropriate strategies can be recommended and implemented. Thus, a professional investigation should reveal the following; the internal environment (strengths and weakness) and the external forces such as political and economical. Through understanding this breakdown, the current strategic position and management can be explained and understood thoroughly. Company Overview Google is an internet-based Multinational Corporation that earns profit through advisement and development of internet-based products. It was founded by two students from Stanford University namely Sergey Brin and Larry Page in 1996 (New York Times 2007). As time passed by, the need to develop a relevant search engine on the internet became more apparent. The two PhD students registered the new search engine as Google, Inc in 1997. In 1998, it was incorporated as a private company until 2004 when it was held as a public company (Anon 2010). It is also simple and almost everyone who is internet literate can use Google to search anything over the internet. The term ‘Google’ was derived from ‘googol’ which refers to the use of a search engine to obtain information on the internet. Google, Inc derives most of its revenue through the use of advertisements. Since 2004, its stock price rose to $500 in 2007 with its revenues from advertising rising tremendously every year. Its initial market was valued at 1.7 billion dollars but has increased substantially to over 150 billion dollars. Its success has been triggered by the many acquisitions it has had, which gives room for more innovations (New York Times 2007). Since its inception, Google has acquired over 30 individual companies, for instance, in 2003, it acquired Applied Semantics, Inc which made advertising easy and further developments were made on the advertising campaigns (Slawski 2007). In 2006, it acquired
Introduction The existence of a juvenile system in any one given country seeks to facilitate loyalty to the rule of law and escalation of the democratic system. In the absence of a juvenile system of justice, then the correction officials have no choice but to treat those children who gets into a conflict with the law as adults (Martin, 2005). This is perceived as a total violation of the provision of the foremost existing regional and international instruments. The decision by juvenile correction facilities to implement strategic ‘juvenile justice activities’ is often seen as an endeavor to reassert a safeguard for the juveniles, as well as aid in capturing a part of the global instruments spirits in laying emphasis on interests of children. Even so, many correction officials are forever faced with unique situations in an attempt at handling the juvenile detainees. While it is not in doubt that the programs implemented at juvenile correction facilities are of vital benefit to the youths that they are subjected to (for example, educational courses, programs for substance abuse, mental health counseling), nevertheless the correction officials at such juvenile correction centers have to grapple daily with juveniles who have had their normal childhood (Maynard, 2002). These are a group of troubled youths who are on the brink of entering into health or mental institutions and in the worst case scenarios, committing suicide. Discussion Within the realms of the justice system, juveniles are viewed as a delicate lot, meaning that in the handling of these, a careful human subject approval and review is required and the corrections officials are thus duty-bound to exercise patience and humane actions even in a case whereby they have to deal with rowdy and vulgar youths, who may be under the influence of drugs. Cases of violent juvenile children are not also lacking, all the more complicating the position of the corrections officials (Maynard, 2002). The issue of language is yet another hurdle that might stand in the way of the corrections officials as they try to implement child development programs amongst the juveniles. Owing to the fact that the reading levels of a majority of the juveniles may be extremely low, corrections officials have on numerous occasions been forced to either reword or restructure copies of their child development programs, so that even the most deficient juvenile children may be accommodated. Historically, the correctional philosophy in the United States has been one of rehabilitation. Ever since the start of ‘truly juvenile correctional
Introduction The US is home to a substantial number of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPI). There is also a large population of Asian Pacific Islanders (APIs) in the country. According to Nemoto, Iwamoto, Kamitani, Morris, and Sakata (2011), the number of APIs in the US increased from 2.9% of the population in 2009 to 3.7% in 2000. At the time, the group was projected to register a growth of 41% between 2000 and 2010. Despite the significant size of this population, its access to healthcare and prevention services is limited. Some of the major health problems faced by the group include depression, cancer, alcoholism, hepatitis B, and HIV. According to the National Center for Health Statistics (2006), the leading cause of death among the APIs is cancer. Heart diseases, diabetes, and stroke are other major health problems for this population. The prevalence of these conditions is 60% higher among this group compared to other communities, such as non-Hispanics (National Center for Health Statistics [NCHS], 2006). In this paper, the author will analyze several issues related to the health of APIs in the US. More specifically, the researcher will look at the programs put in place to address the wellbeing of these individuals. The analysis will be conducted at the federal, national, and local government levels. Health Issues Associated with Asian/Pacific Islanders: A Background As the leading cause of death among the APIs, cancer is an issue of major concern to all healthcare authorities in the US. The most common forms of cancers among this group include those affecting the liver and the stomach (Asian American Health Initiative, 2008). It is noted that these types of cancers are more prevalent among the APIs than in other ethnic and racial groups in the US. The prevalence of HIV and AIDS among APIs is relatively low at the national level. However, the number is rising steadily. Takahashi, Magalong, DeBell, and Fasudhani (2006) postulate that nationally, cases of HIV associated with the APIs are under-represented. Depending on the geographical location, APIs make up between 1% and 4% of the overall HIV and AIDS cases in the US. (Takahashi et al., 2006). The epidemiological portrait is based on the widely accepted minority representation model. APIs are usually regarded as a homogenous, highly educated, and wealthy group. There is a lack of commitment on the part of the government to provide preventive care to this population. Young people from API communities are less likely to engage in risky sexual activities compared to other Americans (Choi, Han, Hudes & Kegeles, 2002). Despite this, Choi et al. (2002) advance that the prevalence of HIV among this group is increasing as a result of various factors. For instance, knowledge concerning the transmission of HIV among these youngsters is very low (Choi et al., 2002). In addition, social norms associated with these communities discourage open discussions about sex. Stigmatization about HIV is also widespread. A
The world is changing at a very high rate; therefore, people should be adaptive to upcoming technology. It is imperative for an individual to have a fulfilling and successful academic life for a better future. Ironically, many people find academic life to bear very challenging phase of their life due to the dynamic nature of modern education. Personally, I found education to be both bewildering and intriguing, as a result, I employed several strategies that helped me to successfully manage my personal, academic, and professional life. In these cases, I found discipline to be a key element. I was able to employ major strategies including good organization and time management to achieve my objectives. For example, without order and self-controlI would not have woken up in time to take my students through their morning lessons and ensure that they carry out assignments on time. Furthermore, lack of it may have resulted in my having difficulty in concentration during class time and poor abilities to follow personal timetables resulting in poor performance. Balancing time management and being organized were a challenge to me due to peer pressure. At some point, I found myself being faced with overwhelming persuasion from colleagues not to do the right thing. As it is in most schools, one may not always avoid this pressure as he/she may find himself in mistakes without anticipating it. Besides, domestic challenges such as insufficient school fees and family conflicts may disrupt a person’s focus in achieving preset targets. To conquer the challenges, one should be ready to sacrifice and be principled. Personal priorities should be given first consideration before other things in order to avoid confusion coming from conflicts in the immediate environment. It may become a lot easier if individuals adopt a good attitude which will help them to deal with disruptions. Sex education for seventh grade To begin with, adolescence is a stage in life whereby an individual is transformed from childhood to adulthood commonly taking place between the age of 12 and 13 years. It is characterized by a high rate of growth observable in both girls and boys with an increase in height and weight. Although some girls may experience earlier changes than boys or other girls, the changes are rarely similar for any two individuals. Others may also experience delayed vicissitudes even though, at the end of the day, all individuals will go through the process and mature by the time they are 18 years. Secondly, both boys and girls may experience an attraction towards the opposite sex and feelings of infatuation which may be confused for love. This is absolutely normal and should not be a source of shame thoughthey should avoid premarital sex and use protection in case it happens. This will help them to avoid infections and unwanted pregnancies that may have serious consequences to the individuals. When some individuals go through adolescence, they may feel as if they are the first ones to go through the changes but it has always happened to everyone. This may lead to rebellion aga