...: Summary and Analysis of V: Nap - VI: Household The Handmaid's Tale Summary and Analysis by Margaret Atwood Buy PDFBuy Paperback V: Nap - VI: Household Summary This section begins with Offred simply sitting alone, waiting. She had not been prepared for all this stillness, all of this boredom. She thinks about experiments they used to do on animals, how they would give them something to distract them. She wishes she had something to distract her. She lies down on the floor and begins to do her exercises, tilting her pelvis back. She remembers how at the training center they had rest time every day from three to four. Now she thinks it was practice for all of the waiting. She remembers how Moira showed up, after she'd been there for about three weeks. They couldn't talk for a few days, but finally during a walk they were able to plan a meeting in the washroom. The first time was during Testifying, which Aunt Helena came for specially. That day, Janine was talking about how she was gang raped when she was fourteen and had to get an abortion, and the other women respond as they have learned to, chanting that it was her fault. Despite the surroundings, Offred was extremely happy to see Moira. Now Offred thinks about her body. She used to see it as an instrument of her will, but now she sees it only as a container protecting a womb. She dreams that she is standing in their first apartment. In the dream, she is trying to find something to wear. Luke stands behind her, but...
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...What Every MBA Student in the World Needs to Know Sandeep Krishnamurthy http://faculty.washington.edu/sandeep 1 Management ≠ analysis. What you are learning in school is analysis. You are being taught tools and techniques. Analysis is just one of the ingredients in the recipe. You may have the best analysis in the room. However, if your analysis is not heard and taken seriously, it is of no value. Too often, talented people with the best answers sit in the back of the room while hacks run the show. If you enjoy the view from the back, getting an MBA will not change anything. A MBA degree only works if you are willing to transform yourself. Are you? 2 Einstein would have been a terrible manager. There is a huge misconception among students that being smart is the way to be successful. Let me break this to you. It is not about being smart. There are many smart people who are absolutely incompetent managers. Not to mention the fact that many smart people are first-rate jerks. Don’t get me wrong. I am not saying you have to be dumb to succeed. What I am saying is that you do not have to be a Mensan to make it to the top. All you need is average intelligence. But, you need other qualities. 3 Bill Clinton would have been an excellent manager. The man had his faults. But, he could communicate like few others. Bad managers are, frequently, terrible communicators. They have good ideas. They simply don’t know how to get them across. You cannot lead, motivate or sell if you cannot...
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...can brush up on your interview technique. Whether you are out of practice, preparing for your first management interview or just to cement your existing interview skills, this advice pack will help you see what recruiter’s are looking for and in turn, how to face any future interviews you may have. PREPARATION Preparation is key: If you had an exam, you wouldn’t attend without revising…….an interview is the same! If you have been unsuccessful in previous interviews, learn from your mistakes and ask yourself: • What you could have done better? • Which questions were difficult to answer? • Were you prepared enough? An employer will expect you to visit a store, preferably the store or concession that you are applying to work in and also another store to get an idea of the different layouts, visual merchandising, customer service, product placement, store standards and ambiance. You should look at the company website so that you can talk articulately about the company with whom you want to work. If you are applying for a Store Manager or Assistant Manager role, we suggest you do a mystery shop in the store and a SWOT Analysis. [pic] SWOT Analysis A SWOT analysis is a recognised format for studying a business. The reasons for you preparing a SWOT analysis are firstly to show the interviewer you have prepared, secondly, it is professional and thirdly, it shows that you are prepared to go the extra mile and will make you stand out to the...
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...1 Reflection Reflection is an everyday process. We reflect on a range of everyday problems and situations all the time: What went well? What didn’t? Why? How do I feel about it? We don’t usually follow a formula for this, it just happens as feelings, thoughts and emotions about something gradually ‘surface’. We might choose to do something differently, or not, as a result of reflecting, but reflection is essentially a kind of loose processing of thoughts and feelings about an incident, a meeting, a day – any event or experience at all. Reflection can be a more structured way of processing in order to deal with a problem. This type of reflection may take place when we have had time to stand back from something, or talk it through, as in: ‘On reflection, I think you might be right’, or ‘On second thoughts, I realised he was more upset than me.’ Structured reflection If we consciously reflect, maybe as part of our work or family role, there tends to be a rough process of ‘How did it go? What went well? Why? What didn’t? Why? What next?’ Examples might be of a football coach reflecting after a match, a teacher reflecting on a lesson, or simply a parent thinking about how best to deal with a teenager. In this kind of reflection, the aim is to look carefully at what happened, sort out what is really going on and explore in depth, in order to improve, or change something for next time. This brief guide will look at what is meant by reflection, suggest forms of structured...
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...1 Reflection Reflection is an everyday process. We reflect on a range of everyday problems and situations all the time: What went well? What didn’t? Why? How do I feel about it? We don’t usually follow a formula for this, it just happens as feelings, thoughts and emotions about something gradually ‘surface’. We might choose to do something differently, or not, as a result of reflecting, but reflection is essentially a kind of loose processing of thoughts and feelings about an incident, a meeting, a day – any event or experience at all. Reflection can be a more structured way of processing in order to deal with a problem. This type of reflection may take place when we have had time to stand back from something, or talk it through, as in: ‘On reflection, I think you might be right’, or ‘On second thoughts, I realised he was more upset than me.’ Structured reflection If we consciously reflect, maybe as part of our work or family role, there tends to be a rough process of ‘How did it go? What went well? Why? What didn’t? Why? What next?’ Examples might be of a football coach reflecting after a match, a teacher reflecting on a lesson, or simply a parent thinking about how best to deal with a teenager. In this kind of reflection, the aim is to look carefully at what happened, sort out what is really going on and explore in depth, in order to improve, or change something for next time. This brief guide will look at what is meant by reflection, suggest forms...
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...comparison and more clearly perceives the self as consisting of internal, psychological characteristics. Throughout later childhood and adolescence, the self-concept becomes more abstract, complex, and hierarchically organized into cognitive mental representations or self-schemas, which direct the processing of self-relevant information. Understanding your self-concept It is the understanding and knowledge you have of your own existence. It is how you see yourself in relation to others and to your surroundings. To have a positive or healthy self-concept you must: Know yourself Love yourself Be True to yourself In order to meet the challenges of today's complicated world, we must build a solid foundation of self-knowledge, self-love and self-confidence. Constituents of a healthy self-concept The ability to know yourself; to be able to assess your strengths, weaknesses, talents and potential. The ability to love and accept yourself as you are, knowing that you can improve and develop any aspects of yourself that you choose. The ability to be...
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...Therefore it is important that the articles are used in the detailed analysis, and argument in development of alternatives. The ‘knowledge & understanding, as well as “research skills” can be satisfied by finding arguments (through the literature) for and against, the issues that are raised within the facts of the case. That is, how well you critically analyze the facts and refer to theories, models and concepts. It will also have a bearing on how well the recommendation/s put forward will have the predictive likelihood of success. To get to that point means that you will have to put forward a range of options and on balanced argument make your decision as to what you recommend and why. Essentially it falls under what can be termed as, triangulation. (see the diagram below.) Your “Guide for Students” also gives good advice re this format. There is no “right or wrong” answer here. The marks to be gained will rise or fall based on the decision (recommendation) you make, as in the real world, and the quality of your ‘reasoned’ argument. Always ask yourself “why” when you make a statement. Do you have supportive literature for reasoned argument? The issue here is that while we can make decisions ‘gut feel’, past experience etc, the academic requirement in this assignment is that you will independently research and support your argument with that work, and then put for a proposal that will stand up to scrutiny in a pragmatic...
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...Notes for using the Job Analysis template Job analysis is an in-depth study of a job (not the person in the job). It provides information for job descriptions. In doing the analysis, you will need to gather information about the job, eg by interviewing employees, observing performance of certain tasks, asking employees to fill out questionnaires and worksheets, and collecting information about a job from other sources such as related units of competency. Whatever sources you use to get basic information on what the job entails, the analysis should end up with written results that can be reviewed by the incumbent, or other employees who know the job. During the review, duties, competencies, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics of the job can be added, deleted or modified. Job analysis is designed to provide a reliable method of quickly and effectively identifying critical competencies (ie knowledge, skills and abilities) and establishing the qualifications for a job or role. The step-by-step process below will assist you to complete a job analysis using the template provided. |Process |Explanation | |Step 1. Understand the job |Start by developing a complete understanding of the position. This is the foundation on which training (and | |including duties and tasks |other human resources processes) is based. The basis...
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...Critical Thinking Chapter 1 * Learn how to THINK * Logic—distinguish correct and incorrect arguments (analytical skills) * Gathering Evidence, Evaluating, Plan of actions * CT gives tools to identify and resolve daily life issue * Opinions—Personal feelings or belief * Provide logical support for your belief * Uninformed opinions—lead to make poor decisions; negatively impact society. Cognitive Development 1. Dualism * View something as either RIGHT or WRONG (Dualistic) * Most obvious when confront a conflict * Confirmation bias—seeking evidence that supports or contradicts your view * Higher stage of C.D when your thinking is being challenge by other views * Sophomoritis—disorientation and doubting all answers 2. Relativism * Reject dualistic world view * Believe all truth is relative/ an opinion * Believe stating your opinion is proper mode of expression * View others opinion as “judgmental” and disrespectful * Expect professor to support his/her opinion * No right/wrong answers 3. Commitment * Make decisions on the basis of reason and best evidence * Not all thinking is valid Characteristics of a Good Critical Thinker * Analytical thinker—important to recognizing + evaluate others argument * Effective communication—listening, speaking, writing skills (own c. style) * Research + Inquiry skills—to understand + resolving issues * Flexibility + Tolerance...
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...Analysis of “Sweat” by Zora Neale Hurston Western Governors University Humanities C100 July 19, 2015 Analysis of “Sweat” by Zora Neale Hurston Initial Reaction I suppose my initial reaction to “Sweat” by Zora Neale Hurston was one of disgust. The story shows “Delia’s” husband “Sykes” to be both physically and psychologically abusive as well as an adulterer. “Sykes” shows no respect for his wife, their marriage or the work she does. “Delia” works every day, and all her hard work pays for their home and puts food on the table. I found this to be most evident in this line “Mah tub of suds is filled yo' belly with vittles more times than yo' hands is filled it. Mah sweat is done paid for this house and Ah reckon Ah kin keep on sweatin' in it" (Hurston, 1926, p. 46). I found it very interesting that “Delia” has stayed with “Sykes” for 15 years despite his abusiveness and apparent failure to provide a stable income for them. I enjoyed that “Delia” finally decided to stand up to her abusive husband. By his initial reaction when “Delia” threatened him with a frying pan, you can see the “Sykes” is nothing but a bully. This is also made apparent by the way the gentlemen in the store were talking about him, even thinking of murdering him, but ceased their bravado when “Sykes” showed up at the store with his girlfriend (Hurston, 1926). Analysis Hurston’s short story was written in 1926 and given the obstacles of African Americans during that time it’s amazing it was...
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...Analysis #2 My whole life I have heard it said that beauty should be based on what is on the inside and not what is seen from the outside. Christina Aguilera in her song “Beautiful” displays the current struggle society is having to overcome regarding true beauty. In her music video she displays several people, all varying in age and gender, in conflict themselves based on their appearance, inner personality, or sexual preferences. Christina is trying to take a stand against what society is telling people to do or look like and show what true beauty really is. In her music video it opens showing several different people who are obviously conflicted for reasons not yet said. The video displays a young skinny girl in her underwear looking at a mirror, a skinny young boy laying on the floor, an old man lying on his bed also in underwear, a girl getting beat up, a beautiful girl sitting by the fire looking at magazines of beautiful women and a same-sex couple kissing intimately in public. As the video keeps playing we can see that all of these people are fighting with different aspects of society’s expectation of beauty and acceptance. If you listen carefully to the lyrics of Christina’s song you can see that she is attempting to fight back against this false idea and show society that everyone is “beautiful, no matter what they say.”(Christina Aguilera - Beautiful) When Christina says “no matter what they say” she is referring to society saying that in order to be beautiful...
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...EMPLOYABILITY NEXT STEP Chapter I. READING YOUR REPORT You must be having a lot of questions about your skills, personality and employability. AMCAT Employability Report will not only help answer these questions, but will become your guide for deciding next steps on your career path. It will tell you what to study, what interviews to prepare for and how to prepare. Refer to the following tips to understand how to make this report a means to get closer to your dream job. Start by referring to the 'YOUR AMCAT SCORE SUMMARY' chapter of your report. This chapter has all the key highlights for you. You will get to know where you stand nationally in different AMCAT modules, a snapshot of your personality and your employability in different job profiles and sectors. The summary chapter is the key. You should understand everything in it to know where you stand in the job market. For each section in the summary chapter, we mention the chapter having additional information about the section. Wherever you are unable to understand or want more information, refer to the respective chapter. The chapter 'Your Profile and Industry Fitment' is very important. The following tips will help you use it to make an action plan for next few months: a. For profiles where your employability is high, you should start refreshing your knowledge for an interview for them. You may soon get interview calls for these. b. You might find certain profiles where you have high employability, but are not the ones...
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...him is the basis of the brand. * E.G. the physique of Philips is “technology and reliability” while for the brand Tata it is “trust” * Personality is same as Aaker, it answers the question “what happens to this brand when it becomes a person?” * Relationship is the handshake between consumer and the organisation. * Eg. the relationship with “safola” is safety. * Reflection is the consumer’s perception for what the brands stands for. * E.g. coke’s image more attract youth. * Self-image is what the consumer think of himself. * E.g. benz Car owner think that since he has bought the car he is treating himself to one of the best car in the world. * Culture symbolizes the organization, its country-of-origin and the values it stands for. * E.g. traditional brands like balsara, dabur and zandu. * Relationship is the handshake between consumer and the organisation. * E.g. the relationship with “safola” is safety. * Reflection is the consumer’s perception for what the brands stands for. * E.g. coke’s image more attract youth. * Self-image is what the consumer think of himself. * E.g. benz Car owner think that since he has bought the car he is treating himself to one of the best car in the world. * BRAND- Acording to David Ogilvy- “ A Brand is a complex symbol. It is the intangible sum of a product attributes, its name, packaging and price, its history, reputation, and the way it’s...
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...Case Analysis 1 MGT 309 25 Oct 15 Christopher A. Aberle James Maddox Christopher A. Aberle MGT 309 Case Analysis 1 25 Oct 15 Introduction Gard Automotive Manufacturing (GARD), is an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) which makes a range of plastic products such as window and door handles, dashboards and control knobs for light trucks and autos for U.S. auto producers. One of the companies that GARD buys from year in and out is DuPont Engineering Polymers (DEP) which has been a stable company and a top product which earned another contract this year. “Tom Lippet, sales representative for DuPont Engineering Polymers (DEP)” has been working with “Mike O’Leary, purchasing agent at GARD” for years concerning the contract who will be retiring in a few months and Richard Binish will be O’Leary’s successor. He is ready to make some changes which will bring up some questions in DEPs eyes in the business game. “In Binish’s terms, product merely becomes a ‘qualifying criterion.’ If everyone’s product is comparable, especially in something such as polymer feedstock, how do you distinguish yourself? Binish claims companies will need to demonstrate something called ‘order winning criteria’ to get our business in the future.” For DEP to keep the GARD business, they will need to improve its logistical performance to meet rising expectations from the customers. Body Certain stages are adding value in the DEP/GARD supply chain which shows what is needed to have...
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...place in the year of 1998, a year in which technology was on the up rise. So as the reader or the audience you must sort of “time-travel” and imagine yourself in that time period. Billy Graham states that this is not the only technological revolution that America, let alone the world has featured. Billy Graham gives a biblical example of such a technological revolution with the reference to King David of Israel. King David had virtues of strong leadership, he was a good poet, a great philosopher, a great writer, thing in terms made Israel one of the strongest nations in the East. Now to the comparison between the technologies of today (1998) and then, Billy compares the microchip of today the discovery of iron. Billy then explains how there are 3 problems that neither human nor technology can solve. 1. Human Evil, such as racism, violence, injustice. Many philosophers including Jesus Christ says that evil lies in the heart. Problems that separate us between God. 2. Suffering, the truth that every person in this world has some sort of problem or worry in their life. 3. Death, everyone will one day die. The only problem is how can one live their life and not regret what one did or didn’t do when lying on his or her death bed. The question for all these un-solvable problems is, can technology solve all of these troubles? Analysis I think this argument doesn’t need an approval or disapproval; it stands strong without an opinion. I greatly love the points that Minister...
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