...The goal of this essay is to discuss the importance of culture, the job, and organisational context in determining whether wage compression and symbolic egalitarianism are best. Pfeffer (2005) argues for wage compression and symbolic egalitarianism as two of thirteen management practices that lead to superior organisational performance, and the rationale and validity of his argument will be assessed in line with the work of Hofstede as applied to studies of multinational corporations. Pfeiffer’s arguments will be shown to be of limited application contingent on the context they are being applied to. Symbolic egalitarianism is a conscious strategic decision within the organisation to remove symbols of hierarchy and the differential valuing of employees. This can include decisions such as moving managers from their offices to open plan areas, reducing or removing tiers of titular status, or status symbols attached to seniority or role. Pfeffer argues symbolic egalitarianism signals equality and improves communications, it “diminishes ‘us’ versus ‘them’ thinking” [ (Pfeffer, 2005, p. 101) ] which he believes creates a more collaborative environment with better information flow and cooperation due to the hierarchical barriers between employees and managers being removed. Organisations make a strategic choice in their remuneration and reward programs to enforce either hierarchical or egalitarian culture. Egalitarian systems allow earnings to increase without employees having...
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...proceedings, and outstanding client services. What is product/service being offered? Music Entertainment Events: * Fair and festivals * Concerts * Parties (club, beach, hotel) * Corporate Entertainment On Site/Others: * Venue Selection and Procurement * Theme Design * Lighting and Sound * Photography and Video Production * Booking Artist * Promotion and Marketing * Site/Venue Inspection & Selection * Full Service Travel Arrangements (Air, Ground & Hotel) What does the value chain look like? The process of how we deliver value to our customers. Research & Development, Booking Talent, Selecting Venue, Marketing & Promotion, Purchasing Ticket, & Customer * Research & Development for the artists that the fans want to see their performance. * We book the talent to perform through booking agents. *...
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...Electronic Copy of Your Assignments: You may need to re-submit assignments if your mentor has indicated that you may or must do so. Academic Integrity: All work submitted in each course must be the Learner’s own. This includes all assignments, exams, term papers, and other projects required by the faculty mentor. The known submission of another person’s work represented as that of the Learner’s without properly citing the source of the work will be considered plagiarism and will result in an unsatisfactory grade for the work submitted or for the entire course, and may result in academic dismissal. || BTM7000|Joseph DiRenzo| || Business Research Strategies|Assignment 3| || Faculty Use Only Running Head: The Future of Women in Management References Page Citations Practice BTM7000: Business Research Strategies Northcentral University Dr. Joseph DiRenzo April 3, 2011 Newspaper Article Number of Women in Management Rise Over the course of years, women have played a major role by contributing to the surge of career development. They have touched economics, communities, politics, and education. In 1970, the first person to run for law firm in Arkansas was a female (The impact of Term Limits On The Arkansas Legislature, 1992-2001). In 1975, Elsijane T. Roy became the first female justice on the state supreme court in Arkansas...
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...LOVELY PROFESSIONAL UNIVERSITY TERMPAPER HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGMENT EMPLOYEE RENTENTION NAME: SOURABH SHARMA REGD: 10903798 ROLL NO: RR1908B31 SUBMMITED TO:MR.RAJEEV GUPTA INTRODUCTION Employee retention refers to the efforts by which employers attempt to retain employees in their workforce. In a business setting, the goal of employers is to decrease employee turnover, training costs, and loss of talent. By implementing lessons learned from key organizational behavior concepts employers can improve retention rates and decrease the associated costs of high turnover. How To Increase Employee Retention | | | Companies have now realized the importance of retaining their quality workforce. Retaining quality performers contributes to productivity of the organization and increases morale among employees. Four basic factors that play an important role in increasing employee retention include salary and remuneration, providing recognition, benefits and opportunities for individual growth. But are they really positively contributing to the retention rates of a company? Basic salary, these days, hardly reduces turnover. Today, employees look beyond the money factor. | employee retention can be increase by inculcating the following practices: 1. Open Communication: A culture of open communication enforces loyalty among employees. Open communication tends to keep employees...
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...Mission, Vision, Values, & Managment In today's post-recession workforce, gaining employment is so difficult that once hired, life has new meaning. The mission, vision, and values may mean different things to managers. With a closer look into an organization, from the newest employees up to the experienced senior management, it is found that many of the staff members do not have knowledge enough to recall the mission and vision statement. The military is used as an example, setting the standard for other public and private entities. In this case, let's examine a human resources unit in the United States Air Force. The Air Force Civilian Services mission and vision statement aim to "provide elite administrative, operation and technical support for the Air Force vision; Global vigilance, reach, and power" ('Our Mission & Vision', 2016). The mission and vision statement must work together to meet the organizational goals. In examining the core competencies, one must consider the true definition and rationale. Also, the Air Force has a set of strategic goals that determine the long-range direction of the organization. The attitudes, behaviors and goals of each Air Force civilian in the group are meant to demonstrate alignment with the vision, mission, values, and competencies. For a company to manifest values and a culture that leads to success, these vital mantras must be reiterated, exercised, memorized, and done by all employees. Mission Statment There is a constant...
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... the performance of middle managers is complex and contradictory. The controversial role of middle managers Middle management is the intermediate management in organisational hierarchies, are responsible for implementing the executive management’s policies and plans and above the lower levels of junior staff (Uyterhoeven, 1972). Although there is a coincident definition of middle management, the controversial performance of middle management has been discussed in many literatures. Following the definition of middle management, middle managers should have skills that receive strategic plan from top manager and deploy it successfully by control over junior staff (Harding et al., 2014). However, they have not been considered part of the strategy process (Floyd & Wooldridge, 1992). They just like ‘a passive linking pin’, doubtfully carry out the instructions of the top managers and fully implement throughout the organisation (Rouleau & Balogun, 2007). The prescriptive responsibilities of middle mangers are considered a kind of top-down strategic management. Traditional management style can reduce productivity and cause bottlenecks, since the power was centralised. Instead, bottom-up approach is increasingly popular because it empowers employees to think more creatively. Therefore, middle-level...
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...factors and management’s choice, but gives strength to the “coherence of internal HR policies and the importance of ‘matching’ internal HR policies and practices to the organization’s external business strategy” (Bratton & Gold, 2012, pg. 18, para. 3) Second, is the Harvard model, which addresses the issue of management’s goals and the specific HR outcomes. The Harvard model has six components: situational factors, stakeholder interests, HRM policy choices, HR outcomes, Long-term consequences and a Feedback loop. Each of the components are a result of the previous which effects the HR outcomes and the long term consequences; and the feedback loop carries the outputs directly into the organization and to the stakeholders. The Guest model looks at labour management in the context of goals, employee behaviour, performance and long-term financial outcomes. “Managers are advised to consider the effects of a core set of integrated HR practices on individual and organizational performance”. (Bratton & Gold, 2012, pg. 20, para. 5) This model also has six components: an HR strategy, a set of HR policies, a set of HR outcomes, behavioural outcomes, performance outcomes and financial outcomes. The Warwick model has five elements: outer context, inner context, business strategy...
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...Anefiok Akpan No. 30, Zone 7, Phase II, Dutse, Abuja. 07061369840 anefiok.akpan@yahoo.com 22 March 2012 Good day Sir. How often do you feel the necessary initiative, enthusiasm and creativity are not fully brought to bear on assignments? How often you do feel this has contributed to lost business and slowed progress? And you need someone with the understanding of communications, the talent to innovate solutions, the smile to enhance customer service or the ability to converge ideals for effective deployment. I can be of help. I just returned from an instructive broadcasting experience in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State, where I served at the State Broadcasting Service for my NYSC scheme. I researched, produced and presented for both Radio and TV. I am highly affianced with Media Relations, from Copy/Content writing- its transformative effect on brand perception, to information management and data sourcing. But most importantly, I am a creative media analyst, a writer and Customer Relation enthusiast. My enclosed resume highlights my training and elaborates my career evolvement. I could readily contribute in Researching, Press-Releases, Advertising Concept Development, Information and Communication Management, Customer Relations, Brainstorming and Editorship. I am consummate, well read and a team player. Now, I would like to bring these skills to work with you. In is a role that requires tact, leadership and effectiveness. I am ready to provide that, with...
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...THE UNIVERSITY THE UNIVERSITY OF LAHORE ENTREPRENUER Recognizing Opportunities and Generating Ideas To: Ma’am Samra By: Fatima Mehboob Amna Mishal Sundus Naeem Zeeshan Sheikh Batch: MBA1Y02123 Entrepreneur: Recognizing opportunities and Generating Ideas There are two ways to identify an opportunity 1. Problem Solving: Sometimes identifying opportunities simply involves noticing a problem & finding a way to solve it. These problems can be pinpointed though observing trends & through more simple means, such as intuition or chance. 2. Observing Trends: The first approach to identifying opportunities is to observe trends & study how they create opportunities for entrepreneurs to pursue. Examples of Problem Solving Business: 1. Naseeb Networks provides leading community, communications and e-commerce services to underserved Internet markets. The company currently enjoys a leadership position in its target markets including online recruitment (www.rozee.pk), social networking (www.naseeb.com) and classifieds related services for Pakistan and its associated diaspora community. The company commenced operations in 2003 with a seed round from angel investors including founders and executives from Paypal, LinkedIn, Excite and Cisco. Naseeb Networks has been profitable since 2004 and currently has 42 employees at offices in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad and San Jose. 2. NayaTel (Pvt) Ltd. (NTL)...
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...CASE STUDY “When we examine [organizational] culture and leadership closely, we see that they are two sides of the same coin; neither can really be understood by itself. On the one hand, cultural norms define how a given nation or organizations will define leadership – who will be promoted, who will get the attention of followers. On the other hand, it can be argued that the only thing of real importance that leaders do is to create and manage culture; that the unique talent of leadership is their ability to understand and work with culture; and that it is an ultimate act of leadership to destroy culture when it is viewed as dysfunctional”. Executive Summary Many researchers have tried to explore the relationship between leadership style and organizational culture but they have not been able examine these two factors together. Hence they could not establish any relationship between the two factors. This case study tries to explore these two factors together to identify the cause and effect relation between the two variables. This case study would be trying to develop theoretical patterns from a critical literature review. Firms are focusing more on improving the organizational culture and motivational level of employees but improving the leadership that influences greatly affect both these elements. It is believed that internally satisfaction among the employees leads to better utilization of resources by the firm. This internal satisfaction in employees can only...
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...Telehealth Telehealth in Nursing Education One application that I have chosen for telehealth medicine is nursing education. The need for new approaches in how nurses become prepared are related by many factors, including those related to students, faculty, clinical placement sites, and the overall health care environment. Telehealth can be defined the removal of time and distance barriers for the delivery of healthcare services or related healthcare activities [ (Grady, 2011) ]. The new generation of technology-savvy students may be more comfortable with learning experiences that incorporate technologies they consider commonplace. A personal digit assistant (PDA), robots, telehealth apparatus, pagers, personal computers, notebooks and smart telephones are examples of how educators are leveraging student-friendly technology in healthcare to enhance learning outcomes [ (Grady, 2011) ]. Many nurse educators have recognized the need to push the nursing curriculum to the 21st century and are willing to do so; nursing is facing faculty shortages that threaten nursing educations ability to move its agenda forward. Students are being turned away from nursing programs because there is not enough faculty to teach the increasing students. Nursing student enrollment increased by 18 percent in 2005. The National League for Nursing (NLN) estimated that 147, 465 qualified...
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...Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2 2. “Manager should do everything they can to enhance the job satisfaction of their employees”. Discuss your view on and support your position whether you agree or disagree to the above emphasis. 2 2.1 What is Job satisfaction? 2 2.2 What are the outcome of job satisfaction? 3 2.3 Understanding employee attitudes and motivation 4 2.4 Methods for Increasing Job Satisfaction 5 2.5 Responsibility of manager on job satisfaction 5 3. “Thirty-five year ago, the young employees we hired were ambitious, conscientious, hardworking and honest. Today`s young workers don’t have the same values towards work.” Do you agree or disagree with this manager`s comments? Support your position with research evidence. 6 3.1 Values 6 3.2 Values Across Cultures 7 3.2.1 Power distance 8 3.2.2 Individualism versus collectivism 8 3.2.3 Masculinity versus Femininity 8 3.2.4 Uncertainty Avoidance Index 8 3.2.5 Long term orientation versus short term normative orientation 8 3.2.6 Indulgence versus Restraint 8 3.3 Deficiency, Need and Desire differ the values of individual 8 3.3.1 Physiological needs 9 3.3.2 Safety needs 9 3.3.3 Love and belonging 10 3.3.4 Esteem 10 3.3.5 Self-actualization 10 4. “Recognition may be motivational for the moment but it does not have any staying power. It`s an empty reinforce, because when you go to the grocery store, they don’t take the recognition as a form of payment.” Discuss...
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...Diversity is an aspect of life that is almost inescapable, especially in the workplace. As we go about our daily lives, we are surrounded by people and cultures that differ from what was once considered the typical American lifestyle. There are endless options of food, music and social activities allowing us a small chance to experience and explore what life is like in other countries. Businesses are also recognizing the need and importance of diversity. Many have begun investing in diversity and inclusion as part of their overall management structures. To continually challenge their practice, organizations are striving to make the connection between those principles and their corporate performance (Chaney & Martin, 2014). This paper will explore some of the key issues regarding diversity in the US and India. Cultural variations, communication and management styles will be examined for a more in depth look at the ever changing corporate environment. Cultural Variations Carol Milano (2012) with ASME.org analyzes that in the United States, especially in large cities, a “time is money” attitude is common. Often working professionals appear to be in a rush, which gives the impression that Americans tend to get down to business rather quickly. Many countries have a different perspective and work ethic, where people are not in such a hurry. They may prefer to get to know a colleague before they start working together, which reiterates the fact that teamwork is an area rich...
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...University of Primorska, Faculty of Management Koper Leading and Motivation ERASMUS STUDY: Academic Year: 2010-2011. Jesús Jiménez Rodriguéz: jesusjimenez_88@hotmail.com Jesús Medina Gonzalez: medinajs89@gmail.com Universidad de Jaén Course: Strategic management Mentor: mag. Bojan Mevlja koper, November 5. Introduction Today the study of leadership and motivation are very important in the business world. The efficiency of work, profitability, the ability of conviction, the management of organizations, the ability to organize a favorable working environment, achieve the commitment of the employee, good communication, the ability to get the best of themselves, ... etc. Are related to the concept of leadership and motivation. These abilities make it easier and effective the development of the company. The Companies, in the selection of its directors, demand high academic and professional experience, but also people with strong leadership skills. To continue, We will define leadership and motivation separately. Leadership Leadership has been described as the "process of social influence in which one person can enlist the aid and support of others in the accomplishment of a common task." Definitions more inclusive of followers have also emerged. Another definition of Chiavenato, Idalberto, in his book "Administración de los recursos humanos" indicates that leadership is interpersonal influence exercised...
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... 2. Introduction 3. Literature Review 4. Critical Analysis 5. Finding and Recommendation 6. Conclusion 7. Bibliography 8. Appendixes Executive Summary This report provides an analysis and evaluation of the current and prospective Human resource practices of Make My Trip Pvt. Ltd. In the case of this paper, the data has been collected through Qualitative analysis, which involved interviews with Head HR, Rohit Hasteer; Deputy Manager, Ravi Mishra, and Senior Travel Coordinator, Siddarth Shankar Deb. The paper also employs unobtrusive methods which include Content analysis of company website and life histories. In order to effectively analyse the Human resource strategies an obtrusive and unobtrusive research method has been adopted. Results of data analyzed show that the Human resource practice adopted is effective however they do have minor floss. In particular, Orientation program, Performance appraisal, Benefit plan and Job Evaluation method is poor in the areas HR management. The report finds the prospects of the company in its current position are positive but the few areas of weakness require upgradation of practice and remedial action by management. Recommendation discussion includes introduction of new practices and new changes like: • After Recruitment and selection process there should be an Orientation program about the organization and rules and regulation...
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