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Introduction Nowadays, the Canadian art takes one of the most important places in the cultural sphere. Though visual and performing arts are considerably influenced by the European trend and are not financially supported in a proper way (Sakany, 2004), the achievements of Canadian artists remain to be considerable for the world culture and for the Canadian citizens. Such forms of arts like visual and performing involve a variety of people, who are good at sculptures, drawings, and architecture (visual) or at music, dance, and drama (performing). When we talk about Canadian visual and performing arts, it is necessary to remember such names as Alex Colville, Karen Kain, Oscar Peterson, Bill Reid, and Diane Dupuy and their contributions. This paper discusses not only the essence of visual and performing arts but also focuses on the activities of popular Canadian artists and their ideas, evaluates the history of the Canadian art, and explains the peculiarity of each art form in detail. Literature Review Bobbie Kalman (2009) admits that during several past years, the vast majority of Canadians have already started to underline the importance of maintain Canadian culture separately from the United States of America. The Canadian Government develops numerous programs in order to support the Canadian arts and to provide Canadian music, arts, literature, and theatre with an opportunity to thrive. For example, the Canadian Arts and Heritage Sustainability Program (Canadian Heritage) helps to strengthen the effectiveness of arts and stabilize the state of cultural affairs in the country. Albert Einstein said that “Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration” (Shipton, 2000, p.4). His words are justified by the activities and achievements, which are demonstrated by Oscar Peterson, Diane Dupuy, and Karen Kain. The life and work of such people are concentrated on creation and entertainments; they make successful attempts to inspire everything around “from criticism to admiration, tears to laughter” (Adams Media, 2005, p.711). In Canada, a great variety of art programs may serve as the best arguments of how Canadian people can work and involve people into the cultural life. Academy of Art University and the Fine Art Department (Peterson’s, 2004) are regarded to be the leading organizations that provide people with a chance to grasp the ideas of Canadian arts and learn the basics, which are important for any artist. Methodology To evaluate visual and performing arts in Canada, it is necessary to develop a logical chain of actions, which help to define every single detail from the very beginning. By means of qualitative research, the sphere of ar
Counseling and social work belong to the number of fields that involve quite close association with clients who are seeking for help and valuable advice. Even though all the future specialists are encouraged to be as fair as possible during the work with clients, some issues may occur and make the work less effective. Among these issues, there are prejudice and bias. It usually happens that such problems are caused by numerous stereotypes that people support. Although many people understand that it is inappropriate to make conclusions about people based on their nationality, race, appearance, personal preferences, and habits, they may keep laughing at jokes connected to these differences between people. Thus, the person supports certain stereotypes about people forgetting that it can make collaboration between different people less effective (Rogers & Pilgrim, 2014). I suppose that it can be an issue for me in my future work because it is sometimes hard to avoid making conclusions about people at once. I do not consider myself a person who cannot stand the lifestyles of other people, but sometimes I meet people who look or behave just like ones who hurt me, and it can be not easy to distract from these thoughts. Also, the same can be true for clients; they can be suspicious due to their aversion to something about the specialist, and it may also be necessary to teach the clients to be more open-minded. There is no doubt that counselors and other people related to mental health programs advocate for diversity and parity of services because equal access to healthcare services is an indispensable feature of any developed society (Goodyear et al., 2016). Speaking about mental health, it is necessary to show that people can be provided with help and support, and nobody is going to blame them for some features that they cannot change. To put it in other words, it is inappropriate to deprive some people of the right to maintain their mental health. As for the contribution that I can make into the development of these ideas, I am ready to extend my knowledge on the topic, work with clients from different social groups, and encourage my colleagues to support these ideas as well. I believe that cooperation between co-workers can be regarded as a force for change. There are a lot of approaches that can be used to accept other people. To begin with, it can be important to study the history of the region I am living more thoroughly. I suppose that it can help me understand national diversity and the contribution of each group of people to the country’s development. Furthermore, it is necessary to pay more attention to communication with different people and study how to establish contacts with them more effectively. Also, it may be important to try to work with different people and assess the impact that individual differences have on the work results. Therefore, it will be possible to become more experienced and understand the difference between real problems and stereotypes. What is more, I suppose that traveling can also be
The value of a population census is that it will allow knowing the actual situation in the population and making predictions in many aspects of demographic, social, and political life. The population census is almost a non-alternative source of various information about the population as a whole and for each of its administrative-territorial units (U.S. Census Bureau, 2021). The population census is a component and integral part of the national statistical system of the country, the primary source of data on the population and its living conditions. Information from the population census is needed to help in the development of programs for the construction and distribution of housing, for demographic and migration processes, for education, health care, the social sphere, and job creation. The population census also gives a complete picture of jobs, labor resources, and business. The results of the population census reflect the economic, demographic, and social changes that took place in the country during the intercensal period. The statistical data obtained during the population census serve as the basis for forming budgets at all levels. The census organizers are already facing different social and technological challenges. Population mentality, declining load on respondents, and growing information needs and information technology development lead to the growing demand for reforms and adjustments. In this case, Internet censuses can become an auspicious direction in demographic statistics. For these developments, however, financial injections are needed, as well as the multichannel approach for gathering information. It provides flexibility but, at the same time, requires a complicated system for checking the quality of data sources. The increase of Internet usage, in its turn, requires public confidence in the protection of their data provided. Thus, the future of censuses relies on several factors which require some preparation for implementation. Reference U.S. Census Bureau (2021). Center for Economic Research Report: 2020 .
Executive Summary/Overview Ceka Bar strives to become the most popular sports bar in San Antonio, Texas. The bar projects that its flagship location in San Antonio will have a gross profit of more than $4 million in the first year. In addition, the projected net profit of the first year would be more than $3 million. The expansion will help in fuelling the growth of the bar. The bar will strive to open new locations in San Antonio and other neighboring cities. Mission Statement Ceka Bar strives to be the most popular sports bar in San Antonio and the entire state of Texas. The bar endeavors to have a competitive edge in the market. In addition, Ceka Bar aspires to ensure that its customers enjoy their free time watching the game of their choice in the bar. The bar will have many televisions that will broadcast various sporting events. Ceka Bar will strive to create a suitable atmosphere that will enable the customers to have a sense of “place” while in the bar. This will help in retaining customers. Market Analysis San Antonio is one of the largest cities in Texas. It has a population of 1.3 million people. 30.8% of the population of the city is between 25 and 44 years old. Ceka Bar will target this group. People in this age group spend more money on alcoholic drinks. However, the choice of alcoholic drink may vary from one individual to another. Beer will be one of the major drinks in Ceka Bar. However, the bar will also serve other drinks. Time spent in a bar is usually directly proportional to the amount of money that customers spend in the bar. Therefore, Ceka Bar will strive to ensure that customers spend more time in the bar. It will create a good atmosphere that will encourage customers to spend more time in the bar. Description of the Company The concepts of Ceka Bar will have three major elements. This would improve the competitiveness of the bar. The concepts include sports-based themes, location, and quality service. Ceka Bar will have various sports-based themes that would attract sports enthusiasts. The location of the sports bar will help in attracting customers. Demographic indicators will help in determining the most suitable location of the bar. The bar will also provide high-quality services to its customers. This will enable the bar to build a good image and reputation. These elements will be complementary to each other. This will ensure the ultimate success and profitability of the Ceka Bar. Organization and Management Ceka Bar will be a sole proprietorship business. Jeyhun Seyidli will be the sole owner of the bar. He will be the CEO and president of the bar. Ceka Bar will strive to open bars in various locations in Texas. During the initial phase, Seyidli will undertake all operation
How to Make a Right Decision A properly chosen sales campaign is a good way to make a push for promoting more sales and attracting more attention to particular services within a short period of time. Among a variety of recent sales campaigns offered by American hotels, it is not an easy task to choose the best or the most effective as each of them has its own peculiarities, strong and weak points. The decision to choose the Loews Don CeSar Hotel and its sales campaign based on the cooperation with Sprout TM is made because of two simple reasons: first, the hotel does not try to amaze its consumers and prove its worth by means of some unknown strategies and ideas, but focuses on simple still very crucial factors like family relations and the needs to have safe and appropriate conditions for travelling with kids, and second, the chosen sales campaign shows that “old schools” may be effective indeed in case they are properly introduced and impleme
Summary When reading the book “Man, the State and War” by Kenneth Waltz, the main driving thesis behind the book immediately presents itself in the form of a question which is: “what is war?”. Waltz answers this question by postulating the the origin of war comes from “within man, the inherent structure of separate states and due to the very state system itself” (Waltz, 2001). He refers to the aforementioned causes of war as “images of international relations” and views them from either a singular or collective perspective from which he ascertains how each “image” interacts with the other which ends up resulting in the occurrence of war. Waltz claims that it is this interaction between the various “images” which is the main cause of war due to variances in methods of thought, thinking, relations and other variables which create either positive or negative effects. It is at this point that Waltz attempts to analyze whether it is possible to create a world that is devoid of war or if war itself is an inherent aspect of mankind which will never truly go away (Waltz, 2001). Upon further reading it can be seen that the ideas of Waltz are heavily influenced by the ideas of realism and neo-realism wherein he states that the anarchic international system combined with self interested states (which is one of the claims of realism) actually prevents the creation of a peaceful global environment due to factors related to competition and mutual distrust. In the end Waltz states that the only method of res
Introduction To locate the niche that a company can fill in the foreign market, one must evaluate the assets and disadvantages that the firm in question has. Thus, its chances to be competitive in the designated market can be located. To make sure that Value Village is capable of integrating into the UK economic environment, one must consider cultural and geographic issues that may emerge. Analysis Defining the cultural dynamics of Value Village, one must mention that the company’s setting can be defined as rather diverse (“Our Culture” par. 1). The specified characteristic of the organization can be deemed as rather important, as the firm will need cultural flexibility when integrating into the British market. The United Kingdom has become very diverse over the past few decades. As a result, it will be necessary to appeal to not only the British people but also the representatives of national minorities that are very numerous. For instance, recent statistical data shows that the United Kingdom experienced an impressive increase in the number of non-UK born residents. The population of the latter “increased from 7,921,000 to 8,277,000 (an increase of 4.5%)” (“Population by Country of Birth and Nationality Report, August 2015” 1). Therefore, by adopting a culturally flexible approach, which Value Village is clearly capable of based on its diversity rates, the company will be able to integrate into the target market successfully. Unfortunately, the geographical location of the target area does not provide many opportunities in terms of the further expansion of the company (Brülhart and Simpson 11). Since Great Britain and Northern Ireland are located on an island and are, therefore, separated from Europe by the English Channel, there are very few chances for fast and efficient transportation of the required resources. One must bear in mind, though, that the transportation system of the United Kingdom can be defined as well developed, which means that there are chances to reduce the threat of possible damages to the minimum (Tong, Yu, and Roberts 66). However, additional transportation costs deserve to be listed as an obvious disadvantage. The specified fact is especially negative for a company located in Canada, which is separated from the designated area by the North Atlantic Ocean. Conclusion Speaking of the leadership style, one must also admit that Value Village may face difficulties adjusting to the requirements of the English environment. It would be wrong to claim that all Canadian companies assume a uniform leadership style; however, the one that the firm adopts is bound to leave a mark on the relationships between Value Village and its English partners. The focus on the interest of an individual rather than on the demands of a team, which the Canadian management approach is typically characterized by, may be viewed as a hostile element in the realm of the British business world: “Canadian managers are very oriented toward fairness and egalitarianism, and they are less likely to protect their own interests above those of their teams” (Walberg par. 3). Compared to the leadership style typically adopted in Great Britain, the specified
Introduction: Description and Characteristics of the Mondawmin Community In 2008, the Baltimore City Planning Department came up with a list of 55 recognizable neighborhoods classified as Community Statistical Areas (CSA) within the city (Baltimore City Health Department, 2008). The main aim of creating the areas was to make resource allocation and planning easier. Further, the neighborhoods would ensure the prioritization of plans and programs in response to unique issues and demands that characterize each area. The application of the neighborhoods is common in major cities for purposes of health planning. In Baltimore, the health department provides a community health profile for each area, highlighting the health challenges and statuses of the population (Baltimore City Health Department, 2011). The community health profile consists of demographic information, data on mortality and causes of death, and maternal and child health outcomes. One of the Community Statistical Areas is the Mondawmin. The neighborhood was one of the 55 CSAs that was formed in 2008. Mondawmin community is located neighbors Walbrook to the West, Dorchester and Sothern Park Heights to the North, Penn North to the East, and Greater Rosemont and Sandtown to the South. In 2000, the Mondawmin Community had an estimated total population of 9770, as compared to a population of 9339, which was recorded in 2010 (Baltimore City Health Department, 2011). With a total population of 646,802 in Baltimore, the Mondawmin population represents only 1.5% of the city’s population. In terms of age distribution, 21.2% of the population is below 17 years, while the age group of 18-24 years makes up 15.5%. 25-44-year-olds represent 22% of the population. The age groups of 45-64 years and 65 years and above represent 26.0% and 15.3% of the population, respectively (Baltimore City Health Department, 2011). The female population is more significant in the community representing 56.6% as compared to men who represent 43.4%. The population of Mondawmin is composed of people of different ethnicities. In the neighborhood, the black population is the most prominent as compared to other racial/ethnic groups. For instance, the black population constitutes 96.7% of the whole population. This figure is above the city’s average, where the blacks constitute 63.6% of the population. The white population constitutes 1.2%, while Asians and Latinos make up 0.2% and 0.9% of the population, respectively (Spencer, Petteway, Bacetti, & Barbot, 2015). Other racial groups in the population that do not accurately identify with the groups mentioned above, such as American-Indians or Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and other groups, make up the remaining close to 2% of the population. Education is a major indicator and determinant of health status in a community (Chen & Florax, 2010). For instance, approximately 61.6% of the adult population has a high school degree or less. However, only 14.3% of the people have a bachelor’s degree or more, as compared to the city’s average of 25.0%.
Businesses and managers have to work on resolving problems and choosing new strategies on a daily basis, which requires an adequate method for reviewing options and selecting a plan. The approaches to decision-making largely depend on the issue and scope of impact that the chosen solution will have. This paper aims to evaluate group decision-making in comparison to individual processes and determine which one is more efficient. People can be subjected to a groupthink bias and agree on a particular issue to achieve an agreement with others. Mukherjee, Dicks, Shackelford, Vira, and Sutherland (2016) conducted a systematic review of the existing evidence on this topic and concluded that both methods have pros and cons. Alternatively, experts in a particular field or business managers may be unable to assess all relevant factors and offer a valid resolution to an issue. Bang and Frith (2017) suggest that diversity is the key strength of group-facilitated decisions, while Ejimabo (2015) states that this allows a more creative approach to locating a resolution. Therefore, teams can generate more ideas and offer different insights on an issue. Considering the evidence, I would argue that in a business context, groups can be more efficient in decision-making. However, in regards to strategic decisions or division of responsibilities in a team, a leader can provide a better input in evaluating skills and knowledge of the personnel or values of a business. Thus, it is essential to remember that the context of decision matters and circumstances play a vital role when evaluating approaches to decision making in business. In my opinion, a person’s role impacts this process by altering the perception of issues. Overall, the question of individual or group decision-making is complex and requires an assessment of the specific element of a situation that will help determine an appropriate strategy of discussion.
Waste Management Waste management is the activities and actions that determine waste disposal from when it is generated to the final dumping. The activities include collection, transportation, treatment, and final discarding. The population’s rise in urban areas such as California has led to the increased number of people producing waste in their households. Inadequate funding and planning on managing municipal waste have also been encountered in many areas. The pile-up of waste is also caused by the increase in the cities’ economic activities. For instance, the rapid increase in the number of factories and industries in California has led to more waste products in the state. Therefore, the paper aims to analyze various issues involving waste in California, such as the effects, solutions, benefits of the approaches, and shortcomings of waste management plans. Effects of Poor Waste Management The effects of waste management are determined by the number of chemicals and substances found in the waste. There are several effects; for instance, it causes soil contamination (Singh 265). Some of the solid waste contains toxic and hazardous chemicals that may pollute l