...In order to determine my strengths this week I completed the VIA Survey of Character Strengths. In 1999, Dr. Peterson and Dr. Siegelman collaborated to create the VIA survey to help us with our understanding of psychological strengths. These doctors both had similar hopes, on creating a pathway for positive psychology and dramatically changing the traditional approach to diagnosis and treatment. The VIA survey is used to find virtues, character strengths and situational habits as these are core components agreed upon by Sigelman and Peterson. It has been found through the research and the VIA Institute on Character, which provides access to raw data for use in hundreds of research studies. These studies have provided us with strong evidence...
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...Account You are here Home / Questionnaire Scores VIA Survey of Character Strengths Here are your scores on the VIA Survey of Character Strengths. For how to interpret and use your scores, see the book Authentic Happiness. The ranking of the strengths reflects your overall ratings of yourself on the 24 strengths in the survey, how much of each strength you possess. Your top five are the ones to pay attention to and find ways to use more often. Your Top Strength Fairness, equity, and justice - Treating all people fairly is one of your abiding principles. You do not let your personal feelings bias your decisions about other people. You give everyone a chance. Your Second Strength Leadership - You excel at the tasks of leadership: encouraging a group to get things done and preserving harmony within the group by making everyone feel included. You do a good job organizing activities and seeing that they happen. Strength #3 Industry, diligence, and perseverance - You work hard to finish what you start. No matter the project, you "get it out the door" in timely fashion. You do not get distracted when you work, and you take satisfaction in completing tasks. Strength #4 Spirituality, sense of purpose, and faith - You have strong and coherent beliefs about the higher purpose and meaning of the universe. You know where you fit in the larger scheme. Your beliefs shape your actions and are a source of comfort to you. Strength #5 Hope, optimism, and future-mindedness - You expect...
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...Character Strengths and Well-Being Analysis As children, we rely on our parents and those closest to us to teach us how to live. They are the ones that directly influence our morals, values, character, etc. Once we get older, outside influences like school, media, and our peers start to affect us as well. The character strengths we possess are also included in this. These types of strengths are taught to us through practice over time as we grow up. Jane Gillham discusses how we are influenced by our families, community, media, etc. in her study on whether or not one’s character strengths affect our subjective well-being. She defines this type of well-being as “the cognitive and emotional evaluations of our lives”. (Gillham) Her studies have shown that character strengths have been previously found to relate inversely with behavior issues like depression and suicide. In her most recent study, she focuses on whether or not character strengths like honesty and happiness and whether or not our strengths say anything about our overall well-being. However, in this particular study, I think there are far too many factors to actually correlate information between the two as anything more than coincidence. One’s character strengths could potentially correlate with overall well-being, as long as one knows how to use these character strengths and embraces them. “The strengths that are most connected to well-being are well factored by mood.” -(Gillham) Some of the key strengths tested...
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...Felicia Marshall PSYC4110 Journal Submission 2 Capella University August, 2015 Description – Section 4 #1 (Compassionate Love Scale) I feel the assessment gave me adequate and accurate information on my tendency to compassionate. It asked me very personal questions to make me look deep within myself to ask myself if I really feel a certain kind of way about people. I did not find anything surprising with the assessment. It actually affirmed what I thought I felt about people. I wasn’t looking for any magical answer or scoring that’s too out of the way. It was meaningful to me in the sense that I was able to continue to be honest about my answers, and in the end I was able to come up with the result that I expected. This activity was not uncomfortable for me to complete, because I love assessments that truly ask the deep questions to challenge me. I respect the answers, because they are very true, and if there is something I need to change, then I can do so. I learned that my reality is real. I used to have a different feeling about compassion and mankind when I was younger, because in my eyes man could not do any wrong. I honestly feel differently towards strangers today, as the world is not what it was when I was a child. I find that I still have compassion there, however it has been altered over the past decade of my life. I can take my results and evaluate how I treat people with compassion. I am usually able to sympathize/empathize...
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...The Need for Information Security, Technical Innovation and Clinical Change. 1 The Need for Information Security, Technical Innovation and Clinical Change ISM 3011– Information Systems Management Abstract The Tri-County Life Care of the Treasure Coast (TLC) is a non-profit organization providing in-home health-care services throughout Florida's Indian River, Brevard, and northern St. Lucie Counties. TLC has been serving this community for over thirty years, but what truly makes us unique is our tradition of providing comprehensive health-care—whenever and wherever our patients need it. Tri-County Life Care, Inc. offers the highest quality and most reliable in home wellness care in the convenience and comfort of client home. (TLC) have been providing superior service to there clients and have help them in achieving their goals. Whatever your needs are, TLC home health team will design a plan that is specific to you and your situation. Whenever your health needs can be met at home, TLC staff is on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Owners and officers representing TLC are Chief Executive Officer - Eric Maar, Chief Financial Officer - Satchell Peterkin, Chief Technology Officer - Raquel Queen, and Chief Information Officer - Kerry Cosner. These individuals are committed to providing the clinical staff with the most technologically advanced tools available to effect patient care in the most advantageous way possible...
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...practise is a relatively new phenomenon which encourages an individual to realise and ultimately develop their personal strengths and attributes. Although it is a new practice, psychologists as a whole are yet to determine an exact definition of the meaning coaching psychology. However one of the most applicable definitions to this subject matter is “Coaching maybe defined as a goal - directed multifaceted process for enhancing people, work and life and, as an industry, it has and still is experiencing rapid growth” (Brock, 2006). This essay will examine coaching psychology and how its research will benefit the development of executive coaching and how previous research can enhance this particular sector in psychology. Some of the main areas that will be explored are how positive psychological research has informed this particular area as a whole, the relationship between a coach and client, what qualities make for a good coach and how future research can improve our knowledge and the practice of executive coaching. Positive psychology despite, being considered an applied science it is an empirical science by virtue of scientific method and research. Positive psychology is imperative to the practice of executive coaching as it concentrates on utilising an executives/managers ability to improve an “individuals traits which manifest themselves as character strengths and talents” (Peterson 2006). Both positive psychology and coaching psychology are concerned with how one can improve...
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...and be used for mobile communication. The strength of this system is it has a better network coverage than GSM. However it is the most insecure mobile phone. This system is also going to be closed in Australia until end of 2000 as the government states that analogue signal make the frequency too crowded. GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication) It is a digital system that converts from our voice to digital (pulse) and transmits it to air for mobile communication. The strength of this system is it is more secure than analogue system. On the other hand, the weakness is the signal is not as strong as analogue system. CDMA(Code Division Multiple Access) It uses a digital systems but it is not pulsed as GSM did. The strength of this system is it has the best signal receiver, and it is secure communication. However, it is just being introduced in Australia and the rest of the world. Network Provider in Australia Optus Optus stated that they have 93% population coverage, which means, the capacity of the network that Optus can carry is up to 93 % of total population. It also has strength, which it has the lowest congestion rate (making and receiving call) Telstra Telstra stated that they have 94% population coverage, which means they can carry up to 94 % of the total population. Their strength is they have better network signal compare to other competitors. Vodafone Vodafone have 91% population coverage. Their strength is they are international recognition so...
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...Research Report ` “Lifestyle Conversion of Generation in Bangladesh: Perspective from Different Age Group.” Index 1. Introduction 2.1 Basic Information 2.2 Background Information 2.3 Significance 2.4 Literature Review 2.5 Purpose 2. Research Methodology 3.6 Data Sources 3.7 Secondary Data 3.8 Methods of collecting data 3.9.1 Study Location 3.9.2 Target Population 3.9.3 Sample Size 3.9.4 Types of Survey 3.9.5 Methods of Analyzing Data 3.9.6 Findings 3. Conclusion and Recommendation 4. Appendix 5. Bibliography 1. Introduction: 1.1 Basic Information: There are some basic differences between young peoples from past and from present era. Especially they have differences in their lifestyle. Our topic is regarding those lifestyle conversions of Bangladeshi young people from different generation. 1.2 Background Information: The generational gap is a term popularized in Western countries during the 1960s referring to differences between people of younger generations and their elders, especially between children and their parents. It might be summarized as the differences in language, for the younger generations developed slang languages(informal way of speaking), like pidgins, instead of using the formal language.it might also be the difference in appearance, or even in technology, for most of the things we carry today are things that...
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...| | | | | 1.1 | All settlement shall be prefunded | 20 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 60 | 60 | 40 | 1.2 | The system shall provide for different settlement options | 30 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 20 | 60 | 20 | 1.3 | The system shall facilitate intraday credit extension against collateral | 10 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 40 | 60 | 20 | 1.4 | The system shall be able to interface with existing back-office systems | 5 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 40 | 40 | 60 | 1.5 | Settlement should be final and irrevocable | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 60 | 20 | 60 | 2 | Infrastructure requirements | | | | | | | | 2.1 | All communication between the System and participants must go via SWIFT or the online web function, | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 60 | 0 | 0 | 2.2 | The System’s network protocol(s) should be TCP-based (rather than UDP-based). | 9 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 60 | 20 | 60 | 2.3 | Participants should connect to the system via a web-based front-end | 7 | 3 | 3...
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...entrepreneur a person requires having certain qualities. Some of these qualities can be inborn yet some of these must be learned over time. I have decided to take a survey that shows the qualities that I do have as an individual. The reason why I have taken this survey is that I need to find the good qualities that I have that promote entrepreneurship and to notice the qualities I have to develop to be a successful entrepreneur. I have taken the VIA survey of character strengths test. Why I have taken the VIA survey of character strengths test. I have decided to take this test because it assists me to find out all the qualities that I do have that have a bearing, not only in my private life but also in my business one. The qualities that are surveyed by this test include: creativity, critical thinking, fairness, diligence, leadership, teamwork, enthusiasm, discretion, honesty, self-control, social intelligence, optimism, and humour, among others. I want to identify my strengths and weaknesses in terms of qualities that are essential for entrepreneurial success. I will cultivate the strong qualities I have and work hard to cultivate my weaker qualities. I wish to be a successful business person. What qualities to cultivate in order for me to be a successful entrepreneur I have taken the VIA survey of character and I have found out the qualities that I am good in. The following are my strongest qualities: creativity and ingenuity, critical thinking, open mindedness, judgement...
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...successful entrepreneur a person requires having certain qualities. Some of these qualities can be inborn yet some of these must be learned over time. I have decided to take a survey that shows the qualities that I do have as an individual. The reason why I have taken this survey is that I need to find the good qualities that I have that promote entrepreneurship and to notice the qualities I have to develop to be a successful entrepreneur. I have taken the VIA survey of character strengths test. Why I have taken the VIA survey of character strengths test. I have decided to take this test because it assists me to find out all the qualities that I do have that have a bearing, not only in my private life but also in my business one. The qualities that are surveyed by this test include: creativity, critical thinking, fairness, diligence, leadership, teamwork, enthusiasm, discretion, honesty, self-control, social intelligence, optimism, and humour, among others. I want to identify my strengths and weaknesses in terms of qualities that are essential for entrepreneurial success. I will cultivate the strong qualities I have and work hard to cultivate my weaker qualities. I wish to be a successful business person. What qualities to cultivate in order for me to be a successful entrepreneur I have taken the VIA survey of character and I have found out the qualities that I am good in. The following are my strongest qualities: creativity and ingenuity, critical thinking, open mindedness, judgement...
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...remained a low priority. The City of Clovis maintains a website that provides access to all its departments including Transit. The Transit department’s website currently contains basic information about the services offered and various forms and documents that can be downloaded by the user. Because the department serves two distinct customer groups, regular fixed-route transit riders and disabled citizens, there is an opportunity to improve the website to and provide the information, products, and access each group needs. Clovis Transit also has a Twitter account but it is not promoted nor used regularly to communicate with followers. Transit riders frequently express their desire for increased communication about their transit options through surveys completed by the city administration. Citizens continue to expect...
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...internal and external influences. In an educational setting, or any common setting, people share the similar beliefs that shape paradigms of the institution. In an educational setting, it means that a paradigm is the framework used in the day to day operations of the school and its leaders. Every individual’s paradigm is solely based on the ideals and beliefs of that person. These beliefs are what shape and drive the success or Following are the paradigms used to evaluate the learning environment of Day Spring Elementary School. Belief (Paradigm) | Opposite Belief(Opposite Paradigm) | All students possess some form of intelligence.This paradigm is practiced through differentiated instruction, and exercises to discover students’ strengths | Students possess no form of intelligence.This opposite paradigm is practiced through failure to teach, or any attempt to engage students in learning | Students learn best in a safe environment.This paradigm is practiced through school security, and firm discipline that is fair and equal to all students. | Students learn best when in a dangerous environment.This opposite paradigm is practiced through lack of security, discipline and structure where it is not the same for all students. | Communication is essential to a successful...
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...Dominance of Social Networking Introduction In early 2013, German courts have ruled the internet as ‘essential’ to the German citizens. It’s not only in Germany where we see that the internet has become huge part of our daily lives. All over the world we see that there are more and more people using the internet every day. The internet is a boon in so many ways, but like everything it also has a flip side. The internet provides us with facilities and information man couldn’t imagine of having within a few seconds a few decades ago. Today, we take it for granted. One of the boons of the internet is Social Networking websites. For many, social networking IS the internet. Ever since the innovation of social networking websites, more and more people are beginning to use the internet. These sites help us stay in touch with friends and family all over the world, and staying in touch is just the beginning. Social networking has changed the world, and is constantly doing so. There have been suggestions that social networking is only a “fad” and will soon go out of “fashion”. But is it really just a fad or is it the biggest shift since the Industrial Revolution? Social networking has facilitated so many processes like advertising, marketing; it increases the job opportunities, and spreads news faster than ever, it is used for recruitment by companies, for sharing pictures, experiences…almost everything. Social media is defined by the Merriam-Webster online dictionary as “a form of electronic...
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...though with trend growth in nominal sales tracking at a 1% annual pace. • The detail was also patchy. Food retail rose 0.3%mth but was basically flat over Q1; clothing retailers saw a 1.4% fall; department stores had a better month but household good retailers registered a second monthly decline suggesting we may be seeing renewed caution/restraint from consumers big ticket discretionary spending. Small ticket categories continue to hold up comparatively well. • The wedge between mining and non-mining states is widening with retail sales down 0.6%mth in NSW and 0.4%mth in Vic – both states having recorded four monthly declines in the last six months. In contrast, Qld and WA continue to record solid 1%+ gains. • Notwithstanding areas of strength – the resource states and some small-ticket discretionary categories – the overall picture remains decidedly soft. Even allowing for the 'extenuating circumstances' affecting retail – online competition in particular - the message appears to be of subdued consumer demand that at the very least has extended the soft Q4 result into 2012 and may even be seeing a further weakening. Retail sales posted another disappointing month in February, albeit one that was in line with expectations. Total retail sales rose 0.2%mth to be up 2%yr. That followed a 0.3% gain January. While the two months is an improvement on the flat finish to 2011, trend sales growth continues to moderate and is now tracking at just 0.1%mth, an annualised pace of 0.9%yr...
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