Task 1 Define the word organisation culture and the various types of culture that are available to an organisation stating advantages and disadvantages of each of them. Identify and describe the different types of organisation structures and the argument for and against the structures of Tarmac and enterprise. Understanding an organisation means understanding its culture (Open university, website) Organisation culture can be define as a group of specific elements, these elements are the foundation
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1. Which of Porter's generic competitive strategies would you recommend Sonic follow in formulation overall strategy? Based on Porter's generic competitive strategies, I would recommend Sonic to follow the Focus strategy for an overall marketing plan. The Focus plan deals with one or more narrow segments and is a great entry barrier to develop the core specs for launching new products or services. 2. What demographic changes are likely to affect Sonic's targeted segments? Demographic changes
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What is communication? The discipline of communication focuses on how people use messages to generate meanings within and across various contexts, cultures, channels, and media. The discipline promotes the effective and ethical practice of human communication. Communication is simply the act of transferring information from one place to another. There are various categories of communication and more than one may occur at any time. Different categories of communication Spoken or Verbal Communication:
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establishing, guiding and assessing the overall direction of the corporation. * Job Specification a job specification is a written statement of educational qualifications, specific qualities, level of experience, physical, emotional, technical and communication skills required to perform a job, responsibilities involved in a job and other unusual sensory demands. It also includes general health, mental health, intelligence, aptitude, memory, judgment, leadership skills, emotional ability, adaptability
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the workplace happens every day and with our hectic, ever changing work environment, it is no wonder. Because conflict is so common, each of us needs to develop the skills necessary to manage conflict productively. The good news is, when properly managed, conflict provides a chance for us to learn from each other, to improve our work methods, and to build team solidarity. Target Audience: Professionals in any work environment who wants to hone their conflict resolution skills. Needs Assessment
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vision. This leadership style is most effective when a new vision is needed, or when the path to that vision is not always clear. One of the interesting aspects of this style is that even though the leader is considered an authority, they allow their followers to figure out the best way to accomplish their goals. The authoritative leadership style is best used in situations when a company or followers seem to be drifting aimlessly. For example, it's effective when a group or organization has been isolated
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in order to avoid cultural shock and thus should be addressed with specific communication. The literature review articulates global brands and advertising with cultural shock, explained on the basis of Trompenaars and Hampden-Turner’s dilemmas’ theory. The qualitative method used in this research were 53 in-depth interviews. Results demonstrated that expatriates relay on well-known brands to adapt to new environments when they are abroad and that specific advertising help them to reconcile dilemmas
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Everyone can learn to lead by discovering the power that lies within each one of us to make a difference and being prepared when the call to lead comes. Leadership is applicable to all facets of life--a competency that you can learn to expand your perspective, set the context of a goal, understand the dynamics of human behavior and take the initiative to get to where you want to be. Within each dimension of character, there are attendant virtues, values and virtuosities. Ethical leaders come
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Launch of a New Children’s Book Author Without some form of promotional advertising, intended customers would not be reached. Using sales promotion, personal relations, publicity and personal selling are communications tools that are required to market new products and bring success. Addressed will be these tools and how essential they are to launching new products. Jamie Donaldson, a new inspiring children’s book author has launched a three book series titled, “Golden Rules for Girls”. The
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organizations. Managers must also possess good interpersonal skills which are the ability to listen to a subordinate as well as convey ideas of the company. This skill might also be helpful in motivating individuals. Time management is also an important skill for managers. Effective managers can prioritize work load, make sure it is done in the most efficient manner as well as delegate specific duties. 4. Briefly describe the principles of scientific management and administrative management
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