...must focus on its fundamentals. In management there are four fundamentals. The fundamentals include planning, organizing, leading, and controlling (Bateman & Snell, 2009). Each of the four functions relate to one’s own organization. The first of the four functions is planning. Planning in management is the achievement of a goal and the appropriate measures to achieve the goal are pre-calculated. This information can be found in a company’s mission statement. The measures taken to meet those goals are most often studying recent situation, thinking about the future, finding objectives, determining company activates to engage with, determining strategies, and finding resources for accomplishing goals. “Historically, planning described a top-down approach in which top executives establish business plans and tell others to implement them” (Bateman & Snell, 2009). Plans set a path to accomplish a company’s goals. Organizing is the placement and management of people, money, physical, knowledge, and other resources needed to accomplish an organization’s goals. Knowing the use of employees and what they do helps the success of an organization. Some of the activities and relations with organizing are bringing people to an organization, setting job responsibilities, grouping jobs, and providing an environment so that goals and be achieve...
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...Architecture and the Environment Christina Parker PSY 460 June 04, 2012 Brenda Gallagher Architecture and the Environment The environment and its inhabitants do not exist separately. They both help to mold one another. There are different environments that require a different behavior. To understand the interactions of the physical world and the behavior, individuals must consider the kinship of physical inhabitants and the environment itself (Todd & Wilson, 1993). The information in this paper will provide an understanding of the following: how the environment affects human behavior, architecture as a means of controlling behavior, the environmental psychological implications of the grand design, and the importance of architecture supporting development. Structures and Human Behavior The increasing research and interest in environmental conditions and how it relates to behavior is finally receiving acknowledgement. Structural design influences an individual’s health and well-being. A person’s mood and productivity stems from the kind of architecture one is sees. In a business sense, the goal is to create buildings that fit the need of the individual and serve the purpose of the business. Space limitations may influence an individual to work more intensely for the right to privacy. The use of windows and indoor green spaces provide a relaxing stress free zone from work (Irvine, Devine-Wright, Payne, Fuller, Painter, and Gaston, 2009). Inside...
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...The Self Paper Jamila Gilliam Psych 555 December 9, 2012 Dr. Jay Greiner The Self This paper is about self-concept and how it is developed. Self-concept is important to the field of psychology because it explains one’s attitude and how they view themselves. This paper will define self-concept, the relationship between the self and emotion and the effect on individual self-esteem. Lastly, the author will explain the relationship between self and behavior and the effect on individual self-presentation. Define the concept of the self. Explain how an individual develops a self-concept. Explain the relationship between the self and emotion and how this relationship affects an individual’s self-esteem. Explain the relationship between the self and behavior and how this relationship affects an individual’s self-presentation. According to Fiske (2010) social psychology is about the influence people have on one another. Social psychology is also the scientific explanation of how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by the presence of other human beings. The presence can be actual, imagined, or implied (Fiske 2010). Social influence plays a big role in society and the decisions that individuals make. There are four key characteristics of social psychology and they are broad scope, cultural mandate, scientific methods, and search for wisdom. Broad scope is exactly as it sounds. It explains that social psychology consists of many aspects of human behavior...
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...student can pursue is self-image. Self-image can be defined as the idea one has of one’s abilities, appearance and personality. If someone perceives themselves in a positive manner, people will be more likely to see that individual as a positive, capable person who is able to achieve anything that they put their mind to. Roth gives a strategy called guided fantasy that can be associated to a confident self- image. Roth defines guided fantasy as a tool to assist who we really are by closing our eyes and creating a world of fantasy in our minds. Guided fantasy that develops foresight, promotes awareness, and establishes mindfulness is that most significant aspect of self-image a student can have in their life. Guided fantasy develops foresight that can positively change a person’s self-image. “The way the world might turn out tomorrow that helps one recognize changing aspects of the present environment. Futures scenario planning is about making choices today with an understanding of how they might turn out” (Lloyd). Creating an imaginative plan of the future helps an individual prepare and be proactive about...
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...enough, women often feel they must be “superwoman.” In spite of changes in their social roles, women are still pressured to attain the social ideals of physical beauty. In an uncertain environment a woman with a shaky sense of self can at least hope to gain approval by being thin. Today, preoccupation with weight reflects a need to focus on the body for a tangible source of self-esteem and sense of control. Controlling the body has become a precarious substitute for real control in women’s lives. While giving voice to women’s protests, anorexia and bulimia fail to change the actual circumstances to deal with conflict. As such, anorexia and bulimia are veiled protests, ones that most often go unheard. Susie Orbach has said, “Women speak with their bodies”1. For many women the body is the arena to express dissatisfaction and unhappiness. It is the site of their struggles. Instead of transforming their real lives, their real problems, women attempt to transform their bodies. Women are promised success, happiness and control through attaining the ideal thin body. While many women feel more in control of their lives when they are controlling their food intake or feeling thin, this focus on weight is extremely disempowering for nothing is really changed. Weight control becomes a substitute for controlling the real issues in their lives over which women may feel they have no control. This is an experience common to many, if not most women who are weight preoccupied, who diet or exercise...
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...the four goals of psychology are based upon critical thinking. Information taken from this research of observations and measurements makes it a perfect example for learning more about behavior. Describe, understand, predict, and control behavior are the four goals of psychology (Coon, 2007). These four goals help psychologists gain a better understanding of the factors that cause different types of behavior and they are also a thorough way to help identify the problems of these behaviors. When a psychologist describes behavior, they make an attempt to understand what is deemed acceptable, normal and unhealthy in a person’s life. They observe one’s thoughts, feelings, attitudes, goals, motivation, reactions and actions. Usage of case studies, testing, surveys and observations are some of the methods used by them to gain knowledge of one’s behavior. This can harm humanity because, what works for one may not work for the next person. I do not feel that it is right for a person to assume that because the case studies describes your behavior depended upon the way you were raised. This definitely hurts humanity. A psychologist attempts to explain behavior by understanding our universe and where we belong in it. This is a fundamental goal of all science. Explanations can hurt humanity too, because they are determined through qualitative and quantitative observations, including experimentations. So how can you experiment on a person, and say the findings are the cause of their behaviors...
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...thinking of particular way, or something to watch. Stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination are all forms of biases because of the treatment the individual receives from others (Fiske, 2010). Bias is defined as “a particular tendency or inclination, especially one that prevents unprejudiced consideration of a question; prejudice” (Bias, n.d.). Social interactions between some groups might create common biases. Social biases may be harmful and interfere with human interaction (Fiske, 2010). Define concepts of prejudice, stereotyping and discrimination Prejudice is a baseless and usually negative attitude toward members of a group. Fiske (2010) states “prejudice entails reacting emotionally to an individual on the basis of one’s feeling about the group as a whole” (p. 429). Prejudice can be based on a number of factors including, nationality, religion, sexual orientations, age, race, and sex. The most commonly seen prejudice in society is racism, sexism, ageism, religious prejudice, homophobia, and nationalism. Every race, culture, country, and community has a stereotype. By stereotyping a group, it has become a way to oversimplifying the group. Stereotyping is often negative and exaggerated; it is a set of generalizations about a group of people. Stereotyping can be both correct and incorrect; most of the statements made are often exaggerated. Fiske (2010) states “stereotypes are fixed ideas that accompany category” (p. 428). The most common forms of stereotyping...
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...Do you have high hopes for the future? Having the dream of great technology, and “flawless” governments. However, have you ever wondered about how bad the future society can turn out to be? Dystopian literature gives you an idea of what can happen in the future, which usually involves flaws in the society and lies from the government. Studying dystopian literature helps us understand that we need to change our views on equality, make sure we have less government control (let everyone have a voice), and start watching and controlling our impact on the government. To start off with, studying dystopian literature helps us understand that we need to accept diversity and improve or change our views on equality. To illustrate, Harrison Bergeron tells the story about a teen boy named Harrison who fights against the government to start a revolution that will allow people to use their unique strengths. When the text introduced...
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...years, the world we currently live in is totally different from what it was before. Everyday business is becoming harder to hardest due to lot innovation and entrepreneur. The Philippines is a growing country and people are adapting the social life with technology. Technology is controlling the total business environment. MSE uses more machines than people to fasten up their production process. Today, machineries changes on a yearly basis based on the new technological advances. B. Natural and Environmental Forces The Philippines, is very rich in natural resources. Filipinos are by nature creative and intelligent. The richness of the environment is an advantage for their livelihood. The Philippine business environment undoubtedly is characterized as having a boom and bust cycle. In spite, or because, of the current environment there are businesses that continue to prosper. On the one extreme are the large conglomerates that have the muscle to withstand major shocks and the on other are the smaller entrepreneurial ventures that are flexible and able to seize upon opportunities quickly. Process Shoes can be defined as garments that are worn on the feet. The main purpose is protecting one's feet. Now, it has become an important component of fashion accessories. Shoes are further divided into many categories such as athletic shoes also known as sneakers, high heels, Stiletto heels, platform shoes, school shoes and many others. MSE has a 20 shoe manufacturing company...
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...Cognitive intelligence is based on the mind skills, your thoughts without any help from anyone, the capability to unravel dilemmas and brainteasers. Emotional intelligence is the capability to recognize emotions, to understand it, to way in and produce emotions to support, to be in charge of the emotions pertaining to one’s reaction and being considerate of their emotions. It consists of four attributes and they are, Self awareness: knowing what your emotions are, how you react to criticism and comments. Self management: the way you control your emotions and how you handle anger. Social awareness: you can relate to your surroundings, taking responsibilities of your rights and or wrong doings. Relationship management: can communicate with friends, family, or coworkers. Emotional intelligence (EQ) in work life is used on a day to day basis. It is having to dealing with co-workers and their emotions, to be able to control your own and also control a co-workers emotion. Usually a person who can control themselves in an environment of other people, they are the ones who do not have cognitive intelligence. What was stated earlier, they can control their work environment with co-workers, but cannot figure how to budget their department spending. In the work life, advice can be given if a sense of urgency is presented. With emotional intelligence (EQ), facial express is easily read and...
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...Organizations often use various forms motivational methods. Motivation is known to be a type of force which effects on direction, level, and persistence of employees’ effort on performance. The direction, individual’s decision when presented with choices, level, the amount of effort, and persistence, the length of time one puts in, are crucial factors that decide the performance of the organization as a whole. There are various methods in how to improve the motivations: pay for performance, merit pay, skill based pay, gain sharing, and many more. Job designs and alternative work arrangements are also very important in increasing or decreasing employees’ motivation. Our group decided to focus on the motivational factors and the reality of it in a real business organization. We came across an acquaintance who currently works as Hyundai Heavy Industry (HHI). He told us about the unique culture of foreign dispatch system, common in industrial companies. According to our interviewee, foreign dispatch systems have clear pros and cons and that organizations use various methods in order to satisfy the ones who work abroad. Hyundai Heavy Industry is the world's largest shipbuilding company, headquartered in Ulsan, South Korea. It has seven business divisions: Shipbuilding, Offshore & Engineering, Industrial Plant & Engineering, Engine & Machinery, Electro & Electric Systems, Construction Equipment, and Green Energy. HHI was awarded a trophy to celebrate an achievement...
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...BUS 520- Summer/2014 July 17, 2014 Question # 1- Examine the approach Trader Joe’s uses to promote a positive work environment for its employees. Determine at least three (3) ways in which Trader Joe’s is able to increase job satisfaction and performance. Job satisfaction can be described as an attitude that reflects an individual’s feelings towards one’s job, co-employees and the environment in which one works. These feelings can either be positive or negative. A person who enjoys what he or she does will be satisfied and have a positive feeling. A person who does not like his or her job will be dissatisfied and have negative feelings towards the job (Schermerhorn, Osborn, Uhl-Bien, & Hunt, 2012). Job performance can be described as what leaders in an organization or business expects of their employees as they carry out tasks or activities assigned to them (“Job,” 2014). Trader Joe’s as a company promotes a positive work environment for its employees by creating an environment where everyone is involved in the activities of the company. This company has a benefit package that is better than most companies in the industry. It pays its employees wages that make and keep them happy. There is an environment where every individual is valued as well as what each member of the company can contribute to the business. Trader Joe’s creates an environment of fun where everyone enjoys what they do from the manager (captain) to the employees (Lewis, 2005). Three (3) ways in which...
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...personality based on the assessment from the Self –Assessment Johari window. Resistance to stress basically says I have the ability to work even under stressful conditions Tolerance for uncertainties with good ability to get work done under ambiguous and uncertain conditions. Social objectivity says am good with the ability to act free of racial, ethnic gender and other prejudices or biases. Inner work standards shows good ability to personality set and work to high performance standards. Stamina proves the ability to work for long hours Adaptability with good flexibility to adapt to changes Self-confidence shows strong ability to consistently decisive and displays one’s presence. Self-objectivity shows a good personal strength and weakness to understand one’s motives and skills relative to a job. Introspection show good ability to learn from experiences...
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...Strengths Reflection Essay Draft Kelly Chisham Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Schools of Graduate & Professional Programs GM 600 Management Principles Kristen O’Connell, Ed. D. April 15, 2015 Contents Introduction 3 My Five Strengths 3 Achiever 3 Harmony 4 Futuristic 5 Restorative 6 Responsibility 6 How do your Strengths Finder talents support the primary planning, organizing, leading, and controlling activities of a manager? 7 Which Strengths Finder talents would you focus personal development activities on if you would pursue a management position or improve in your management current position? 9 Conclusion 9 References 11 Strengths Reflection Essay Draft Introduction Tom Rath’s Strengths Finder 2.0 identified my five greatest strengths and talents. The results concluded that my top five strengths, in order of strength, were: Achiever, Harmony, Futuristic, Restorative, and Responsibility. Rath (2007) states the aim of most learning programs is “to help us become who we are not” (p.1). The goal of this type of skills testing is to identify our strengths and talents and focus on increasing those rather than addressing our weaknesses. As I continue my journey to obtain a master’s degree in project management, I am eager to learn all the different facets that will help and support me in becoming an effective manager. Effective leaders are always investing in strengths, surrounding themselves with the right people and maximizing their...
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...peaceful haven from the chaotic world. The appearance of conflict is ubiquitous and certainly inevitable, but knowing a few tips for handling communication dilemmas at one’s place of work can increase one’s quality of life at work leading one to a happier and more productive person on the job, thereby carrying less of a burden on one’s shoulders when coming home. Unfortunately the way we are perceived by our colleagues at work is in their eyes a reflection of who we are as individuals. With that in mind, it is best to make a lasting impression not just on the very first day of one’s job, but going forward into one’s respective careers. 1. Get to know your coworkers in a realistic light- It is impossible to know every individual’s personality type at your workplace. However, what is possible is in the interim to gauge what may “tick” someone off, and what, on the contrary may please them. Adjust yourself and your personality accordingly. The general rule of thumb is not to probe too much into why they are behaving a certain way towards you or others, because the more you overanalyze the more you will internalize the situation, and perceive them as acting in a hostile manner towards you, for example. This can lead to a vicious cycle of you acting similarly, which of course can lead to an unpleasant work environment. People are built in so many different ways, and all too often it is just the temperament they were born into, so do not take a personal affront to anything they say...
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