...Droning in Modern Rock The song being analyzed in this assignment is titled, “Slip to the Void” by the Orlando based rock band Alter Bridge. The song was the opening track in the band’s third album titled, “AB III”, which was released on November 9, 2010 (“Alter Bridge – Music”). The song was composed by Myles Kennedy (the band’s vocalist and rhythm guitarist), Mark Tremonti (the lead guitarist), Brian Marshall (bassist) and Scott Phillips (drummer/percussionist). The song’s lyrical content deals with making poor decisions and slipping into a useless state. The technique of droning can be traced back to the Near East. In music, drones are described as sound effects where a note or chord is continuously sounded throughout most or the entire piece. It is usually achieved through a sustained sound or through repetition of a musical note. Though the song being discussed above doesn’t use a drone instrument to sustain the pitch, it achieves a similar effect by the repetition of the same note/chords. The song opens with this repeated harmony, which is played by a clean rhythm guitar. The same chords are repeated in this note and a sustained sound is produced over which the vocalist sings the entire first verse. This combination of unchanged chords borrows from the ancient drones as it involves a sustained sound which serves as a monotonous baseline over which the vocalist sings, which is similar (not same) to the Near-eastern technique. The repeated harmony can be heard till the...
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...society. Though America creates programs and means of financial aid in order to help the poor, there is a general understanding of American society that the rich are celebrated and the poor are considered disgraceful in the public eye. This does not reinforce my own opinion, it is just a fact of some of the prominent parts of society. Balboa addresses his former state of poverty along his journey of upward social mobility along the pursuit of the American Dream. “Adrian, it's true. I was nobody. But that doesn't matter either, you know? Because I was thinking, it really don't matter if I lose this fight. It really don't matter if this guy opens my head, either. Because all I wanna do is go the distance. Nobody's ever gone the distance with Creed, and if I can go that distance, and that bell rings, and I'm still standing, I'm gonna know for the first time in my life that I weren't just another bum from the neighborhood.” Balboa’s quote is another important sign reinforcing the upward social mobility of Balboa along his pursuit of the American Dream, in which he realizes that the money and the fame really couldn’t change him. The genre of the film is a drama, giving audiences an expectation of how the movie’s formatting will be. This film is very clearly a drama based on the serious and often tense dialogue, accompanied by a lack of humor and lightheartedness; rather the movie is filled with brutal fighting and constant external and internal struggle from the main character, obviously...
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...Alexis Klein March 23, 2012 The Future After The Council To Constantinople and Beyond: The Council of Constantinople was held by to promote a revised version of Nicaea’s creed. This creed is the one we use to this day in Christian masses. The controversy was from the non-Nicene Christians and the pro-Nicene. Eventually the creed was revised and the non-Nicene group became isolated ecclesial groups. The Nicene Creed was revised through reading scriptures to understand the meaning of the spirit is within the father and the son. Process: * The council was called by the Emperor to end disputes on if God was three persons or one person with three characteristics. * The Nicene Creed is still used today from back in 381 when they revised it from the previous Nicaea’s Creed. * The spirit is the spirit that dwells within us all and the community. Many forget through all the material things that doesn’t matter how pure we are but it is more the spirit from God that makes us holy and pure. Challenges: * The idea of how the controversy evolved around God being three different people or God being his own individual and the Son and spirit are their own character. It becomes very confusing. * The complexity of the Council of Nicaea and how many were present and voiced their opinion but many just wanted to believe in their own ways without fully answering the dispute. * Another challenge is that wrapping my mind around the disorganized process that the Council...
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...ecclesiastical hierarchy. Primarily through the force of political power, Arian sympathisers soon took to undoing the condemnation of Arius and his theology. Eusebius of Nicomedia and others attempted to overturn Nicaea, and for a number of decades it looked as if they might succeed. Constantine adopted a compromising position under the influence of various sources, including Eusebius of Caesarea and a politically worded “confession” from Arius. Constantine put little stock in the definition of Nicaea itself. During the reign of Constantine the creed of Nicaea was sacrosanct, although the Arian leaders who had been exiled returned and Eusebius of Nicomedia became the leader of the anti-Nicene coalition. Due to Constantine’s view of the creed Eusebuis of Nicomedia policy was to not attack the creed but the personality behind it; The Emperor Constantine. Arius along with two other Bishops Eusebius and Theognis refused to sign the creed of Nicaea and were consequently excommunicated however, soon after their banishment, wrote a declaration that they had changed their opinion, and now agreed in the belief that the Son and the Father are of the same substance. Although...
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...The Athanasian Creed, or Quicunque Vult (also Quicumque Vult), is a Christian statement of belief focused on Trinitarian doctrine and Christology. The Latin name of the creed, Quicunque vult, is taken from the opening words, "Whosoever wishes". The creed has been used by Christian churches since the sixth century. It is the first creed in which the equality of the three persons of the Trinity is explicitly stated. It differs from the Nicene-Constantinopolitan and Apostles' Creeds in the inclusion of anathemas, or condemnations of those who disagree with the creed (like the original Nicene Creed). Widely accepted among Western Christians, including the Roman Catholic Church and some Anglican churches, Lutheran churches (it is considered part of the Lutheran confessions in the Book of Concord), and ancient, liturgical churches generally, the Athanasian Creed has been used in public worship less and less frequently, but part of it can be found as an "Authorized Affirmation of Faith" in the recent (2000) Common Worship liturgy of the Church of England [Main Volume page 145].[1][2] The creed has never gained much acceptance in liturgy among Eastern Christians. It was designed to distinguish Nicene Christianity from the heresy of Arianism. Liturgically, this Creed was recited at the Sunday Office of Prime in the Western Church; it is not in common use in the Eastern Church. Today, the Athanasian Creed is rarely used even in the Western Church. When used, one common practice is to...
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...Instructor: Professor Kathleen Milburn Class: HRIS- HR530 Date: December 11, 2011 Report #1 Shows the numbers and percentages of late performance evaluations for several departments within the county with late performance evaluations could cause several problems. First, they affect employee motivation when employees are waiting on evaluations to be completed for pay raises. This, in turn, may affect morale, productivity, and turn-over rates. The evaluation of employees’ job performance is an important personnel function and is critically important to the organization. Appraisals give the employees an opportunity to contemplate their performance at work. It is the time when employees look forward to a raise in the salary and a promotion. For the managers, appraisals are about reviewing the past performance of their employees and providing them with feedback along with some tips to improve. Performance appraisal is the means by which the work performance of employees is evaluated. Employee performance is assessed in terms of the quality and quantity of work he/she has put in. It is calculated in terms of the time and efforts contributed by the employees in achieving an assigned task. Reviews of employee performance taken within an organization are known as performance or employee appraisals. They aim at analyzing employee performance, identifying their potential and inabilities, in order to determine the employee training needs. They also aim at taking...
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...2003 Research Quarterly ❶y❸❹ Work/Life Balance Challenges and Solutions Nancy R. Lockwood HR Content Expert y SOCIETY FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SHRM Research ❶y❸❹ 2003 SHRM®Research Quarterly Abstract In organizations and on the home front, the challenge of work/life balance is rising to the top of many employers’ and employees’ consciousness. In today’s fast-paced society, human resource professionals seek options to positively impact the bottom line of their companies, improve employee morale, retain employees with valuable company knowledge, and keep pace with workplace trends. This article provides human resource professionals with an historical perspective, data and possible solutions—for organizations and employees alike—to work/life balance. Three factors—global competition, personal lives/family values, and an aging workforce— present challenges that exacerbate work/life balance. This article offers the perspective that human resource professionals can assist their companies to capitalize on these factors by using work/life initiatives to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Work/Life Balance: Challenges and Solutions I n a society filled with conflicting responsibilities and commitments, work/life balance has become a predominant issue in the workplace. Three major factors contribute to the interest in, and the importance of, serious consideration of work/life balance: 1) global competition; 2) renewed interest in personal...
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...Abstract The HR practices of Aflac were examined in the context of its effect on employee satisfaction. In 2015, Aflac made the list of 100 best companies to work for as it has done for the past ___years. The team examined the benefits provided to the employees and the workplace culture at Aflac in order to determine why the organization enjoyed a low-rate of employee turnover and why surveys showed that its employees were highly satisfied with working at Aflac. Aflac “strives to deliver quality services to its 4,500 employees while staying competitive in the insurance market” (Reed, 2015). The team determined that part of the employee satisfaction resulted from Aflac’s decision to not lay off its employees during economic downturns. Furthermore, employees are provided with growth opportunities because Aflac promotes from within. We also explored the salary structure and opportunities to earn a higher income Employees are positively impacted by policies that helps them balance their personal and work lives. Aflac has made it very easy for its employees to have a growing professional life while at the same time, enjoy their personal life. Aflac understands the importance of keeping its employees happy and has implemented policies that pushes the company towards those goals. In return, it has an employee base that considers it a great place to work and who works hard to maintain the company’s positive image to its customers. Introduction For 17 consecutive years...
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...D R BA 2700 Organizational Behavior Instructor: Crystal Kenefic, MBA February 8, 2011 Concepts of Organizational Behavior Business is business, but how you operate your business is the key to success. There are many concepts to Organizational Behavior, but three key concepts must exist and continually be improved. Motivation, workplace stress and leadership exist and must continually be evaluated in every work environment. I chose these concepts because of their interaction with each other. Businesses must know how to motivate their employees. Employees must know who to cope and overcome workplace stress. Leaders must be able to effectively lead their employees. Motivation, workplace stress and leadership are issues that when properly managed can lead to a wonderful work environment for all employees and lead to the success of any company. I am going to examine these key concepts and their interaction with one another in the work place. Motivation Motivation has taken on many forms over time and place. In china, motivation is driven by honor and pride. Historically, the Chinese were born into a class that they could not escape and honor meant more than money. In other countries, motivational techniques took on more of a brutal look. Even in the US, our history shows us that motivation could be boiled down to slavery and the will to survive. Although slavery is now history, motivation both positive and negative still exists. Late President John...
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...Fraud is bred in an environment that consists of low morals, lack of controls and accountability, and high pressure; this will result in a high fraud environment where fraud is most likely to occur. “A fish rots from the head down”, this is a common phrase used to define leaders of an organization or state who is the root cause of a mishap, or in Caterpillar’s case, fraud. When fraud occurs, the top management is also responsible for it indirectly; one of the most widely used measures to prevent fraud is by cultivating a culture that encompasses morality, acceptance and assistance. The three factors in creating a low-fraud environment are; hiring honest people and providing fraud awareness training; creating a positive work environment; and providing an employee assistance program (EAP). Hiring honest people and providing fraud awareness training Although it is impossible for employers to completely barricade against recruiting fraudulent employees, there are still certain precautions an employer can adopt to detect symptom of potential fraud. For example, in Caterpillar’s case, their first and foremost action to take is to verify potential interviewees’ resumes and certifications. Grad School Hub Deducing from the statistics above, a large number of people are “stretching the truth” about their work experience and accomplishments. Some other companies have conceived various strategies to counter this, for example; using systems to detect credit debt of their potential...
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...Developing an Organizational Employee Wellness Plan Sample Outline This outline is intended to be a starting point to guide state agencies in developing their own agency-specific wellness plan. The provided outline addresses specific points to consider in developing the agency plan, but each agency will need to add additional content to define adequately what and how each activity will be implemented in the agency. While the outline is presented in this format for ease of reading and brevity, a more narrative format is recommended to serve as the actual agency wellness plan. Additionally in some sections, such as Program Objectives and Program Content, the outline provides suggested objectives or program content for agencies to consider. In these sections, agency wellness planners may need to delete or add language to reflect agency-specific objectives and content. If you have any questions about the outline or developing your wellness plan, please contact: I. Program Purpose This voluntary program of formal and informal activities is designed to improve the health and well-being of all employees and reduce or eliminate health issues affecting employee health and work productivity. II. Program Objectives A. Primary Goal 1. The Employee Wellness Program will strive to increase the well-being and productivity of all employees by enhancing all aspects of health. The program seeks to increase awareness of positive health behaviors, to motivate employees...
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...Introduction – Rushell Baderman Island Resort ensures all guests enjoy a relaxed and care free stay. In doing so the interior of company must be structured to function at its highest level of performance. This essay will outline the general functions of the Food and Bar Management and Front Office Supervisor. It will focus on the performance management systems, discuss the advantage and disadvantage of two different job evaluations, compare and contrast compensation plans, and explain the importance of providing employee benefits plans. Each area is unique to this company and its success. Describe the general function of performance management systems. If your assigned company does not use a performance management system, would you recommend it use one? LISA Overall the success of our company in general is due to our commitment and dedication given to our employees. The company strives to ensure that every employee is given an equal opportunity, and it is our duty to embrace each employee to the fullness of their potential. The company accomplishes this task by the use of performance management systems. Performance management systems are used to sustaining and measuring an employee’s performance. These methods are the key to an organization success because an organization can assess individuals' performance and reward them appropriately. To do this successfully an organization needs to have a system that manages performance: not just for reward purposes but also to help...
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...Introduction to Counseling Written Assignment # 1 I. What is professional counseling? Discuss the most recent trends in counseling. Professional counseling is a service provided voluntary and confidential with the focus on the developmental, situational problems of individuals of all ages and culture. Professional counselors help individuals to make decisions and resolve conflicts. Counselors provide service on different settings like the workplace, schools, colleges and other places as well. They also provide this service to families, groups or individuals. The most recent trends in counseling are through the internet and counseling in the community. These trends cover different parts of the community like business, career centers, religious organizations, and local neighborhood comprehensive health care centers. For instance, many organization provide counseling assistance through an employee assistance programs (EAP), employment enhancement programs (EEPs), career development counseling within the companies and outplacement counseling (EAPs). Employee assistance program were created with the purpose of helping employees who have alcohol problems. However, the service of these programs has been expanded to provide counseling to employees in regards interpersonal and personal family problems that may affect their job performance. Career counseling centers were created during the 1990s to help individuals to explore career opportunities and receive basic...
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...their qualified dependents. An EAP is a confidential counseling service, paid for by the employer that is designed to help employees and family members who have personal problems as well as work problems that can interfere with their work and family life (Attridge, 2010). Employees and family members will be eligible to receive free counseling for (Attridge, 2010): • Stress • Alcohol and drug problems • Legal and financial problems • Emotional problems • Child/Elder care • Grief and traumatic events The objective of the EAP will be to (Attridge, 2010): • Reduce cost of medical benefits • Reduce turnover • Reduce absenteeism • Increase productivity • Improve efficiency • Reduce lost-time accidents • Increase overall wellness of employees We propose to contract this service out to an outside vendor that will be more qualified to handle the counseling. Benefits, implementation and costs of this program will be thoroughly presented within this proposal. Scope What the company would like to accomplish with implementing an Employee Assistance Program is to protect the health and safety of our workforce; attract and maintain talent; and achieve positive financial performance (Christe, Kirkharlow, 2007). We want to be able to catch a problem before it becomes too big and negatively impacts productivity. The majority of large U.S. companies offer EAP to their...
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...An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a service available to all employees at no cost at any federal agency. An EAP support s and assists employees in assessing and resolving their work, health and life issues. It is staffed by professional counselors who will help you address problems that can adversely affect job performance, reliability, and personal health. A counselor will discuss the problem with you and after helping you assess the problem, provide short-term counseling. If needed, the counselor will also refer you to other professional services and resources within your community for further information and assistance. The reasons for why invest in an EAPE are listed in the following points: * Reduce costs related to health care and employee benefits * Solidify your position as an employer of choice; attract and retain talent * Improve absenteeism rates; increase workplace productivity and team environment * Showcase your commitment to your employees by supporting them and their families * Reduce the issue management stress and administrative efforts of Managers and/or Human Resources; let an EAP do the work! All Federal agencies provide Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) for employees. Basic EAP services include free, voluntary, short-term counseling and referral for various issues affecting employee mental and emotional well-being, such as alcohol and other substance abuse, stress, grief, family problems, and psychological disorders. EAP...
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