...Five years ago, I walked into my first marching band rehearsal. Quite arguably one of the most terrifying moments of my life, I adventured into a room full of students that I didn't know. Four months later I sit in the same room, this time it's the close of my first season as a Marching Huskie. The seniors each approached the podium and made their farewell speeches. In this moment It seemed as if I had loads of time left in my marching career. Little did I know, the next four years would go by faster than I could imagine. I had no idea the impact this organization was about to have on my life. I had no idea the experiences and challenges I would face with this group that I would learn to call my second family. While being a Marching Huskie has come with many challenges, the greatest challenge has come in my final years....
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...Key Challenges in Maintaining a Relationship between LEGO and Flextronics LEGO Group is the fifth-largest toy-maker in the world with a complicated global supply chain, while Flextronics is a large Singaporean electronics manufacturing services provider. So the first challenge between these two large companies when they corporate is to achieve an agreement and maximize the common benefits of both parties. However, Lego Group needs a flexible and market-responsive business because of the unpredictable demand of its product, while the business model of Flextronics is more stable and predictable. It means that Lego may keep releasing new products because of changing market conditions, and these new products have to arrive with a very short time line, but Flextronics cannot keep up with these changes. In addition, Lego bids for a lower price at the beginning and lock it over a long period, which is hard for Lego to convince Flextronics that its profits has been considered as well. Without a profitable business model for both parties, a win-win solution is hard to achieve. The second challenge is especially for Lego, since it has little prior experience in outsourcing a large amount of production, but decide to outsource 80 percent of its production to Flextronics. There will be many unexpected situations. Lego doesn’t have an accurate picture of what should happen when. In particular, Lego is a European company while Flextronics is from Singapore. They may have different...
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...Challenges and Opportunities with Big Data A community white paper developed by leading researchers across the United States Executive Summary The promise of data-‐driven decision-‐making is now being recognized broadly, and there is growing enthusiasm for the notion of ``Big Data.’’ While the promise of Big Data is real -‐-‐ for example, it is estimated that Google alone contributed 54 billion dollars to the US economy in 2009 -‐-‐ there is currently a wide gap between its potential and its realization. Heterogeneity, scale, timeliness, complexity, and privacy problems with Big Data impede progress at all phases of the pipeline that can create value from data. The problems start right away during data acquisition, when the data tsunami requires us to make decisions, currently in an ad...
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...Addressing Challenges of Groups and Teams Jennifer Crawford, Howard Harriston LDR/531 January 10, 2013 Dr. Patricia Anderson Abstract Table of Content Introduction …………………………………………………………………........................…. .4 Methods for the Operational Change............................……………………………………..4 & 5 Developing Training…….................................................................………………………….....? Team Collaboration..…………………………………………………….........................……... ? Minimizing Conflict……………………………………………………………………………..? Collaboration Among Employees and Management…………..……….……………………….? Using Teams/Groups to Facilitate…………..…………………………………………….…….? Conclusion………………………………………………………………………………………? References……………………………………………………….........................……………... ? Addressing Challenges of Groups and Teams Desert Communications is going over an operation change within the company. The company will be changing some things they normal do. The company will be going over different methods on how to obtain a smooth change. Along with changes training employees on these new changes will be needed. Working together as a team is needed to obtain the goal; team collaboration is a good way to achieve this goal. Of course with changes you have to expect some conflicts, not everything will go completely right when changes are involved. Getting ideas from employees and manager is a good way to create some Collaboration among Employees and Management. Using Teams and...
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...Challenges of Groups and Teams Every company begins with the implementation of a well designed idea. Strategic plans, mission statements, and cultures are developed to give the company direction and lead its success. Employees align their thoughts and behaviors to match that of their superiors in an effort to be an integral part of the organization’s accomplishments. Although Enron’s birth was a result of the merger of Houston Natural Gas and InterNorth, the company’s inception, vision, and culture was one of grandiose ideas that were permeated throughout the entire organization. Enron celebrated individualism, handsomely rewarding those with fierce competitiveness; eventually fostering a culture rampant with greed and unethical behavior in pursuit the organization’s strategic goals. Unlike Enron, many companies today have begun to implement groups and teams as a method cohesively to accomplish the company’s mission and goals. However, group and team behavior can yield unpredictable results and therefore the development of an effective training program is essential to their proper function. If a training program is conducted appropriately it will facilitate effective communication, collaboration, and conflict management for the team, benefiting the entire organization. Training plan Because the behavior of teams or groups can be somewhat erratic when first compiled, having a training plan in place will help alleviate some of the problems encountered. As Enron has shown,...
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...Challenges in the Transition Stage Yalom and Leszcz (2005) state that "each group member must be a problem: the sucess of therapy depends on each individual's encountering and then mastering basic life problems in the here-and-now of the group" (p. 391). This requires the group leader to accept members where they are at and make therapeutic use of the resistance that arises in the transition stage. I found this session to be far easier to watch and take in compared to last week's video. The leader used less interuptions and appeared to soften during this stage. She facilitated in a way that to produced self-disclosures that inevitably lead to conflict and resistance (helping to promote change). The group experienced anxiety and some...
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...Thesis: The challenges of being a single parent include managing finances, responsibilities and resources The challenge of being a single parent has become harder over time. The fact is that over time things have changed but not for a single parent. Statics show that there has been a steady rise for five decades and that the births to unmarried women has crossed a threshold. An example of this would be, a single mom that can’t provide day care for her child because her income is not enough to pay the bills and day care. The challenges of being a single parent include, managing finances, responsibilities and resources, their work is never done nor are their struggles. One of the challenges a single mom has raising her son and daughter would be getting up at 4am taking 3 buses to transport her children to her mother (who lives on the other side of town). Spending 2 hours getting there and another 3 buses and a hour and a half getting to work. There is a limit on everything she does because she does not have the opportunity to get an education, she has to work and provide for her family. Pawning valuables to make ends meet when money is short, living from pay check to pay check. Child support is another challenge for a single mom when the children’s father does not work, all the financial responsibility is on the single parent. Another challenge to a single mom is that because she is a woman, to keep from being taken advantage of, she will pay more money for rent to keep...
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...making it. A lot of things have happened in my life and in the world today but I am still making it. Having children created a big fear, I had many questions in my head-(will I be able to provide for my children? Will I be able to combine going to school family and paying bills?) All these fears combined with the global fear of shooting in America, shooting in the primary school, bombing, accidents, and hardship created more fear and anxiety knowing that the world is a difficult place to live in. with all these challenges in the world I am determined to succeed. How well- prepared do I feel for school? I started preparing myself the moment I had the feeling of going back to school. I reviewed my math and English and came to ITT to take the entrance exam which I felt very happy when I passed. I am ready to work hard in school, I am determined to succeed. Hard work is the key to success and I am ready. What challenges do I anticipate in this class? Staying focus can be challenging especially working full time and taking these classes but I am determined to stay focus and always put my best effort. Writing and...
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...Situation 1: Identify a general approach for facilitating the customer over the telephone. What are the possible challenges in the given situation? What strategies would help you overcome the challenges? My general approach to this situation would be to ensure that I understand exactly what the user is intending to do, and what version of Excel they are using. A possible challenge to this situation is that the customer wants to use a program that is completely new to him. To overcome this challenge, I will speak to the customer slowly so that they can understand the basics of Exel. If causes to the problem or question described by the customer are unclear in the situation, explain how you would further diagnose the problem or question. I would go over each step that the customer wants to learn, and offer to send them an email with step-by-step instructions on what he needs to do. Once the causes are identified, describe a step-by-step troubleshooting process to help the customer complete the task. -I would ask the customer to gather all of the receipts and expense logs. -Have the customer fill in all the required fields on the spreadsheet that pertain to the company. -Total the amounts -Calculate hard copy expense report and or receipts. -Check all of the information entered If the customer has problems understanding or following your instructions, briefly explain an alternative situation. If the customer is still having problems...
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...the career you chose a job or is it your work? I feel a job is just something you go to everyday, but work is something you do that will make a difference in someone's life. I'm hoping that it won't just make a difference in my life, but that of a child's life too. This is the reason I choose this career path in becoming a teacher. “What are three rewards and three challenges that you will face as a teacher?” I'll be talking about these challenges and rewards in the next few pages, on how I feel teaching make a major impact on not only my life, but hopefully the lives of thousands of children to come. At the end of the day I'm hoping to be that one teacher that my students will remember forever. What greater gift could I be given than to make a positive impact in a child's life and future? So, with that said let me begin with the rewards! The first one that comes to mind is the achievements of my students, in more detail student discoveries and the exciting new things they will learn through me teaching in my classroom. In doing so, I can show them how to untangle things they are struggling with, challenges they face, or problems that might occur; by showing them a different light. The smile that comes across a child’s face symbolizing that they understand or I've got it! Is one of the best feelings I feel, a teacher could have. This would show to me that I'm doing my job well and I helped a child cover new exciting things! In hopes that they would not be stuck at...
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...the owner and ask if you can use one dryer for a few hours. If they agree, collect a bunch of funky clothes to have waiting for the teams in the dryer when they arrive. You can put together your own set of funky clothes. We used 3 pair of extra large sweat pants, 5 goofy extra large shirts, 1 sweater, 2 knitted winter hat, 1 baseball cap, 2 scarves, and a pair of thick gloves. Have the challenge details card taped to the outside of the dryer door so they know what they are looking for. On the note they will find the challenge: Each player must put on all of the articles in this dryer AT ONCE and have their picture taken. When everyone is finished with the task your team will receive the next clue. DETOUR!! Detour clue card reads:You are on your way to winning this race,Hopefully this detour won’t slow your pace.From two challenges you must choose,Make sure to choose wisely and you can’t lose! | | The challenge details read: Ok players, here are the two challenges, remember you only have to complete one. You also have the option of changing your mind at any point and switching challenges. Here are your options: Option A: Your job is to find a penny marked with the year the birthday girl (or guy) was born. Check anywhere you can. Each of you will be given a quarter to help trade for pennies if you choose this...
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...Authority could exists in every fields which usually is a significant part to ensure the normal operation. Although it could benefit the operation, it may cause some issues. Accompany with authority, there could be many challenges. Challenges refer to some different thoughts which are happened between the superiors and the subordinates. The dilemma is whether do as what the boss told or follow the original heart. This dilemma is the main focus of Tom and Frank’s case study, ‘Challenge the boss or stand down?’ (2011). ‘Challenge the boss or stand down?’ concerns a general issue in the company D7 Displays. A rising star Tom challenged his new boss Frank in the public, and they have different opinions. Tom is facing the dilemma which may lose his job, and he has to choose a better method to solve this issue. As a diligent employee, Tom wants to do his best and gain reliance from his boss. He argues that the airline kiosk business is hurting by the web service and the only way to compete is developing the kiosk-based services which could make profit or provide more benefits. However, Frank, who is his new boss, is firmly holding the different opinion. Frank points out that the airline kiosk business presents a mature market and clients will not resign it. In addition, the hotels and car rental markets are wide open, and the company should develop these areas. Frank asserts that Tom was out of line and focus on the part not belongs to him. Advice about this dilemma is given...
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...parents. She feels her stay in UAE if worth than her native Yemen. She is compelled to work hard by the growing economy in UAE; she has to keep up with the pace in order to fit in the economy. Adina is a young woman living with her family in Dubai. UAE economy is the strongest in western Asia, a fact that has raised the living standard especially in cities. To keep up with the growing economy, Adina merged her studies with a job in the aluminum industry in Abudhabi. It is a challenge for her to manage both the education and her job, considering she work during the weekdays and attend her lectures on weekends. She is also expected to meet demands and obligations by her family. She is determined to face these challenges in order to secure her future in UAE economy. Adina admires good life in UAE, and she works hard to maintain the status. Life has not been always good for Adina; UAE has presented her with various challenges. She has been exposed to serious human right violations due to her origin. These challenges start with her neighbors, to her work, in the university and her travel. Adina works at an aluminum industry in Abudhabi. This is not her dream job, since she always dreamt of working in a financial institution. Working in this industry is motivated by little wages she receives to cater...
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...of the recruiter as the "big picture" person. They can give you an overview of the company and the department as a whole. （Save very specific questions about the job for the hiring manager.） The recruiter is also the best person to answer questions about the hiring process. Some questions to ask the recruiter: * How would you describe the company culture? * What type of employees tend to excel at this company? * Can you tell me more about the interview process? The Hiring Manager: Your Future Boss The hiring manager will likely supervise you if you get the job. They're the most knowledgeable people about the position and its requirements. You should direct specific questions about the job, its responsibilities and its challenges to them. You may also want to ask what kind of candidate they're seeking. Some questions to ask the hiring manager: *What are the most important skills for the job? * How would you describe your ideal candidate? * What's a common career path at the company for someone in this role? The Executive: The Industry Expert Senior managers and executives are likely to be most knowledgeable about the latest happenings in their industry. If you'll be working closely with an executive, you can ask them some specifics about the job. But you should focus most of your questions on the future of the company and the industry. This is your chance to show off your industry knowledge! Some questions to ask a senior manager or executive: ...
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...live a better life for me and my family. I want to be able to pursue any career that I want, and know that I have enough education and work experience to succeed. I feel if I have a college degree there will be a great opportunity for advancement in my current career with Philadelphia Corporation for Aging, I also have a sense of what the business world is like. I would feel a since of great accomplishment as each semester begins and ends. Learning new skills in my field and building my knowledge will give me more confidence to succeed. The first of my three goals are to get college education, as classes have become more challenging, I have to study harder and have found I can overcome these challenges. As I overcome these challenges, I find that I look forward to the next challenge and the one after that. Going to college will give me the opportunity to express myself and to believe in myself. I know that I can establish myself in the field I have chosen and become a success in this field. My second goal is to fix my home; with the cost of living it is difficult to get exactly want I want for my household. I know that I’m not building enough to get the plush and beautiful things that I want, which is very disappointing. The last goal that I have is to get a new vehicle, “the heavens know I need...
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