...what the difference was between a BSN and an ADN or even what a competency would be. We take the same NCLEX test. Based on our experience, we would probably work at the same pay. I happen to be an ADN with few options, working in large hospitals is not one of them. So I did a little research and discovered that my town is filled with magnet hospitals an award given by the American Nurses Credentialing Center signifying to the public that this hospital gives quality service. According to nursecredentialing.org, 80% of nurses must a BSN by 2020. So, for me the difference between a BSN and an ADN is that I won’t get the job. I had an all about the money conspiracy theory. I knew it had to be more to it than my crazy theory. I read statistical material. I’m sure it was truthful. Right now, it’s just a bunch of numbers on a page. I want to understand why a new grad BSN trumps my six years of experience as an ADN. Continuing my research, my eyes began to open. BSN programs offer more in depth theoretical concepts, community and public health issues according to nurselink.com. According to the GCU website, I will learn self-leadership by learning how to use the facility and participate in the GCU community. I will be a good communicator. I will sharpen my analytical and problem solving skills. I will know and have appreciation for diverse groups of people. In my present class I’m learning nursing practice companies and theoretical models. Ok, fine I thought. Then I discovered the Core...
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...Blue Door Recording Business Plan January 2010 Disclaimer: This document is for information only and is not an offering for sale of any securities of the Company. Information disclosed herein should be considered proprietary and confidential. The document is the property of Liquid Smoke, LLC, and Blue Door Recording and may not be disclosed, distributed, or reproduced without the express written permission of Liquid Smoke LLC. Copy #1 Table of Contents Executive Summary…………………………………………… 1 Company Description…………………………………………. 2 Industry Analysis………………………………………………. 3 Target Market…………………………………………………… 5 Competition……………………………………………………… 6 Strategic Position………………………………………………... 7 Marketing Plan…………………………………………………... 8 Operations and Technology…………………………………… 10 Management Plan………………………………………………. 12 Community Involvement & Social Responsibility…………… 13 Development, Milestones, & Exit Plan……………………….. 13 Financials……………………………………………………….. 15 Appendix………………………………………………………… 21 (Appendix will contain all forms, company policies and documents for the business. Forms have not yet been developed.) Executive Summary The Company Blue Door Recording is a dba of Liquid Smoke Entertainment, a Limited Liability Company based in Atlanta, GA. Its primary reason for existing is to record music. Over the last six years Atlanta has dominated the market in recorded hip hop and R&B. This area has a large number of recording artists...
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...authentic Mexican Food restaurants in my hometown of New Jersey with a business model like Alberto’s Mexican Food offers. For residents of New Jersey their only two options for Mexican Food is Taco Bell or small, sit-down type of family owned businesses which are few and in-between. Being from New Jersey and living in California for over 20 years it was obvious to me how authentic Mexican Food representation was lacking in my home state of New Jersey and it was my goal to change that by creating the first Albert’s Mexican Food restaurant in New Jersey. Source of finance will be raised through family members who are also interested in this business and want to see it succeed. Initial startup costs are expected to be between $319k and $534k (entrepreneur.com, 2014). The business will be located in Union City, New Jersey which boasts the largest Hispanic community in the state at 84.7% (nj.com, 2014). This Alberto’s Mexican Food will have 12 employees to run the business. Two managers, four cooks, four cashiers, and two dedicated drive-through delivery cashiers. More or less employees will be evaluated periodically based on the needs of the restaurant. Our target market/customers will be anyone who truly enjoys authentic Mexican Food, but doesn’t necessarily have the time to be waited on in a sit-down atmosphere. Alberto’s Mexican Food offers authentic Mexican Food at the speed and convenience of traditional fast food restaurants. In-door dining is available, but what sets...
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...Currently, the company has start up funding, is looking for a storefront and plans to open its doors within the next 6 months. RYS would like to offer the community yoga classes, meditation sessions, dance classes, community events, workshops, Yoga Teacher trainings, and socially responsible retail. Objectives The main business objective in opening the studio, is to maintain and run the studio based on yogic principles, while bringing in a profit. Living in harmony with self, community, and the planet is at the core of these principles. While the exchange of money for the ancient practice of yoga is relatively a new concept, in this modern day and age the majority of teachers need to make a living and require payment for their service. This correlates to the socially responsible business principle of “Triple Bottom Line”. Triple Bottom Line refers to focusing on three factors in business: people, planet, and profit. Leadership Considerations (People) Under the “People” category there are 2 main groups : Leadership and community. Leadership includes the individuals running the studio and community includes every person or organization that has a relationship with the studio. The owner of RYS is currently looking for a studio manager. Within the job profile, the owner has utilized characteristics of socially responsible leadership. The manager is the facilitator of business between the community and the studio. The most important quality is that the manager exhibits ethical...
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...Abraham Ochieng declare that this report is my original work and has not been submitted to any college, university or institution for any academic award. Sign……………………… Odoi Abraham Ochieng Date……………………… i ES11B05/605 APPROVAL I, the supervisor, have approved this report. It meets the Faculty’s requirement for the award of a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at Uganda Christian University. Signed:........................................... Sserwanga Emmanuel Date:…………………………………….. ii ES11B05/605 DEDICATION To my Lord and Savior who continually sustains me. To my family the foundation of my well-being. iii ES11B05/605 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I take great delight in acknowledging the invaluable assistance rendered to me by all parties that contributed to my successful internship program. Many thanks go to the Division Treasurer MCD Mr. Sserwanga Emmanuel, as well as, Mr. Kyambade Ronald, who invested a great deal of time to share his knowledge and experience in Local Governance and made my training with MCD worthwhile. I further extend my appreciation to my colleagues at MCD, including Ben James Wanyina, Kaziba Nelson and Nabirye Viola for their co-operation and guidance in many areas of interest. Special thanks go to my mother Ms Loyce Ochieng, Mr. Moses Oketch and Mr. and Mrs. Peter Oketch, my parents, as well as Tom Clement Oketch for their moral and financial support during the course of my internship...
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...toy retailer on this year’s list. Build-A-Bear scored 62 out of 100 on the list. A woman named Maxine Clark founded Build-A-Bear Workshop in 1997. She is considered one of the true innovators in the retail industry. In an interview for CNN, Clark stated: “In 1997, I withdrew $750,000 from my retirement account to get Build-a-Bear Workshop off the ground. That covered startup costs and the building of the first prototype store. I also secured a bank line of credit for inventory and working capital, with my house as collateral. I knew I wanted to build a multimillion-dollar business with hundreds of units, and I realized I didn't have the ready cash to fund that growth. I knew I'd have to partner with outside investors.” While building the first Build-A-Bear store, there was a story posted in the St. Louis Business Journal about the concept. Through this article, it caught the eye of Barney Ebsworth, who owned a private investment firm with his partner Wayne Smith, They bought in 20% for $4.5 million, therefore Clark had enough money for several years and she did not even open her first store yet! The first Build-A-Bear Workshop opened in the St. Louis Galleria, in which lines were out the door! Clark stated, “In the...
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...Statement of Ethics Statement of Ethics Table of contents Using the Statement of Ethics The 3 Basic Beliefs and Guiding Principles Introduction Who is Covered What Law Applies Associate Responsibilities Additional Responsibilities for Management Associates Discipline for Violations 4 5 6 6 6 6 7 7 8 8 8 8 9 Leading with Integrity in Our Marketplace Fair Competition Intentional Dishonesty Financial Integrity Insider Trading Restrictive Trade Practices 19 19 19 20 20 21 Leading with Integrity in Our Communities 22 Anti-Corruption Anti-Money Laundering Authority to Work Environmental Responsibility Health & Safety Protecting Personal & Business Information Government Contracts & Inquiries Political Involvement International Trade Media Statements 22 23 24 25 25 26 28 28 28 29 30 30 32 33 Raising Concerns & Speaking Up Ethics Opinions Waivers What happens How to Raise a Concern Leading with Integrity in Our Workplace 10 Alcohol & Drug Abuse 10 Harassment 11 Inappropriate Conduct 11 Non-Retaliation 12 Non-Discrimination 12 Wage and Hour 13 Conflict of Interest (COI) 14 COI – Financial Investments 14 COI – Personal Relationships with Suppliers 15 COI – Gifts & Entertainment 16 COI – Personal Relationships with Other Associates 17 Walmart Assets 18 Final Disclaimer Global Ethics Contact Information Ethics Committee Contact Information Index 2 A message from our Chief Executive Officer Mike Duke, CEO Dear friends, Walmart started out with a single...
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...Casino I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Lone Star Casino’s is a small personally owned casino that will be based in Austin, TX in a few years after casino’s become legal in the state. Lone Star will offer slot machines, poker, video roulette, black jack tables and a great time to get away from the stresses of everyday life. With plans for location to be in a 40,000 square foot building on the outskirts of Austin, the management team plans to hire at least 30 employees with varying skills in law, finance, security, marketing, and other business skills. Owning and operating a casino, when done correctly, has proven to be a highly profitable venture as can be seen with even the very small business in Oklahoma and Louisiana. Even during economic hard times such as the recession, most well managed casinos still showed positive growth. One of the expected biggest challenges that Lone Star knows that it will face will be competition from other casinos such as smaller ones like itself and multimillion dollar business’s. Careful evaluation of the Lone Star’s potential for success lies within the future management team and knowing their strength and weakness’s, realizing opportunities, and avoiding potential threats. This plan will focus on the company’s startup strategy and how it can integrate and expand into the local communities and beyond. As the future owner, I have always wanted to be able to provide people with an outlet from the stressors of everyday life and a casino is a fantastic...
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...MAUTECH MOTOR SALON BUSINESS PLAN EFFECTIVE EXPERIENCE Prepared by: Maurice muia mutinda Email: mauricemuia@gmail.com. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY……………………………………………………………3 Mission statement………………………………………………………3 2. COMPANY DESCRIPTION…………………………………………………………..4 Legal status and ownership……………………………………………..4 Services we provide……………………………………………………..4 Automatic touch less……………………………………………………..5 Outside services………………………………………………………….5 Aim of the business……………………………………………………..6 S.W.O.T analysis………………………………………………………..6 3. MARKET ANALYSIS………………………………………………………………...8 Industry overview………………………………………………………..8 Target market segments………………………………………………….8 The competition…………………………………………………………10 Competitive advantage………………………………………………….11 Barrier to entry………………………………………………………….11 Future competition……………………………………………………...
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...close-minded generation from relentlessly absorbing this negative energy. Creating programs to unite youth from different social groups is what a city like Boston needs.An article on (BostonGlobe.com) shed light on the occasional subject matter of whether or not Boston is considered a “racist city”. Columnist Rene Graham who has lived in Boston for 30 years now writes ‘having lived in a Florida community where a neighbor flew a Confederate flag in front of his home, I felt somewhat inoculated from whatever Boston could toss my way..Boston taught me the tough lesson that racism was more than a treasonous flag snapping in a stiff breeze.’She later states ‘During my early years in Boston, some stores would keep certain items, like black hair care products or hip-hop CDs, behind its counters, assuming that customers of such goods were more likely to steal them.’This testimony leaves the impression of Boston not having the best reputation with ethnical justice and shapes the idea that Boston has not changed much since the Boston Busing era in the 1970’s.Likewise, young muslim communities and Latino communities are pressured to fit in and become insincere about standing up for one another. It’s not possible to straighten a crooked tree trunk, if its roots were not raised the proper way.This is an ethical explanation of how a program for kids and teens could be effective.My proposition to Mayor Walsh would be to invest in the local YMCA program with the collaboration of the public school system...
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...Expatriate Interview Introduction 100 This interview is talked about an China migrant worker’s experiences in Singapore. Through recording the cultural shock faced by the interviewee, the purpose of the report is to analyze cross-cultural problems between foreign workers and Singapore. In the first part, the content of the report is related to the interview. For the second part, the report presents the author’s personal reflective opinions which related to the aspects of Cross cultural problems. The report also examined the China migrant worker’s cultural perceptions. 2. A brief background of interviewee Yue Shaofeng, a 32 year old man from China, is sitting in front of me. He worked in Singapore since 2008. His home is located in a village in Shandong province of China. In 2008, Mr Yue was introduced through an intermediary company to Singapore to work. Mr Yue is an unskilled worker before he came to Singapore. Mr yue had married before he went abroad. During the period of living in Singapore, he changed several jobs. At present, he works in a Sheng Siong Supermarket which located at 19 Serangoon North Avenue 5. Mr Yue's task is to handle raw fish before the fish product is delivered to the customers. 3. Cultural Shock In the process of the interview, I asked Mr Yue a question about culture shock. He told me what he experienced. As Mr Yue said, “When we take the bus we often speak loudly. By contrast, locals always keep quiet.” It is common to see that mainland...
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...concerning ethical conduct or its lack thereof. Ethic has become extinct and therefore, a fading value in our culture. In the United States and the world abroad the moral value system have taken a sharp decline and it’s not that important to most people anymore becoming shaded and less defined by groups and more expressed by people doing their own thing and being encourage to do what they want. So sadly even by those whom we’ve placed in positions of authority by use of that vast conduit we’ve called the Media, from which stems such utterance as “Just do it”, and “I’m doing me”. Such examples are common as cell phones electronic devices have become calloused and numb; almost expecting our culture to operate from a lack of ethic as a first option. In Religion, the catholic churches has repeatedly been called on child sexual abuse, in the professional world from Enron, Mattel CEO’s still robbed the kitty and have inflated the value of the company, in an effort to continue the façade of their success. In Marriages spouses regularly have extra marital affairs to the point of fifty percent or more ended in divorce court leaving children confused, vulnerable and have them feeling inadequate and self-blamed. In Politics, candidates routinely lie and demonstrate a lack of integrity and truth in campaign statements, the truth or lack of the truth in...
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...licensure, evaluation, and professional development” (Council of Chief State School Officers, 2008, p.1). The ISLLC standards address the school vision of learning, the school’s culture and professional growth, a safe, effective and efficient learning environment, collaboration with stakeholders, acting in an ethical manner, and the political, economic, and legal aspect (Council, 2008). The overall purpose of the standards is to set common expectations, maximize student achievement results, and to improve continuing professional development. We have set standards for our students that measure their proficiency in various core subjects, and the level of learning that they are achieving. Because the weight of student achievement, the ISLLC standards give school communities and policymakers the opportunity to outline how effective leadership can be molded. Each of the standards is individually strong, and really leaves a clear and concise measure for administrators to reach for. These standards effect the educational communication greatly. When administrators are held accountable for what happens in the school community, then teachers are held accountable, which...
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...be a part of who I am. The values I ascribe primarily to my culture come from how I was raised and the influence of my family members. My values have changed over time due to my own personal life experiences, world views, relationships, and interaction with others. We are all culture-bound to some extent, and it takes an effort to be always aware to monitor our biases so that they do not affect the formation of counseling relationships. In addition, greater differences could exist within the same cultural group than between different cultural groups. I will not only to be sensitive to other cultures, but to my own as well. The biggest challenge I foresee in forming trusting relationships with clients who are culturally different is remembering not to hold my group as the standard by which to determine appropriate behavior in others. Cultural sensitivity is not limited to one group either, but applies to all cultures. Clients and counselors bring a great variety of culturally learned attitudes, values, assumptions, biases, beliefs, and behaviors to the therapeutic relationship. By being ignorant of the values and attitudes of a diverse range of clients, counselors open themselves to criticism and ineffectiveness. Solutions to dealing with the cultural issue in counseling entail rethinking theories and modifying techniques to meet clients’ unique needs and not simply applying the same techniques with all clients. In my career, I am striving to become more self-aware and remember...
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...the organization runs smoothly. If ever the organization gets off track, the ISLLC standards can also be used as tools to get the organization back on track. These standards also keep the community informed and a part of the decision making process. Final Benchmark Assessment: Individual Reflection Essay The purpose of this essay is to show possible solutions to leadership challenges using the ISLLC 2008 standards. The purpose of the standards and how they impact the educational community will also be addressed. The ISLLC 2008 standards were drafted by personnel from 24 state education agencies and various professional associations (ISLLC, 2008). These standards were developed to enhance the skills of school leaders in order to produce enhanced educational outcomes (ISLLC, 2008). Standard 2 The first major challenge facing the leadership at my school is students that cannot read. Many students that reach third grade in my school are reading at a grade level below and some are two grade levels below. This is a major issue because it means that the ball has been dropped and it is also the first year for the students to take standardized tests. This challenge reflects Standard 2. As a leader, I would collect and analyze data for students with reading problems beginning in first grade. Teachers would be required identify struggling students. Documentation should be recorded every six weeks on whether or not progress or growth was made. There should also be special...
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