...footprint in the sand of life is a challenge only a few noble persons had conquered. The book Law of Success in 16 Lessons is undeniably one of the priceless treasures that our generation can touch. It is a culmination of the knowledge of different individuals gathered together in one piece by a genius who devoted his time for more than 20 years to study and interview successful people including such self-made industrial giants as Henry Ford, J. P. Morgan, John D. Rockefeller, Alexander Graham Bell, and Thomas Edison. “The book was commissioned at the request of Andrew Carnegie and was based upon interviews of over 500 American millionaires.” Upon the click of the mouse to open such strange PDF file was the first step to a new world of enlightenment. The astonishing 1170- page book revealed a four lined claim saying, “Teaching, for the First Time in the History of the World, the True Philosophy upon which all Persons Success is Built.” It was such a strong claim that a normal average person would consider as a fallacy, but, through the pages of the book, you would realize, that the claim is valid, even an understatement at that. The genius, Napoleon Hill, established the start of the journey by sharing the story of a man who preached a sermon entitled: “What I would do if I had a million dollars.” Along the story, you would see how that imagination was transpired into a reality. The success of that man was grounded from something. And that something would be gradually revealed as...
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...Addendum 1 – GPA Trend I don’t know how much emphasis will be placed on my undergrad GPA’s predictability of success in law school since I graduated five years ago. Even so, I will address my undergraduate’s grade trend. My overall grade performance dropped beginning in my sophomore year in college. This drop correlates with me becoming commissions-based sales associates at Verizon Wireless. Due to my family’s financial need, I started working for Verizon in December of 2006. The training and probationary period ended on March 30, 2007, which meant that as of April 1, 2007, I became responsible for meeting a sales quota. Beginning on April 1, I worked 8 to 10 hours a day, five days week. I attended classes on the days off from work, Mondays...
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...Professional Knowledge and Abilities Professional success is subjective. Therefore, if one poses the question, “What is Professional success?” one would receive a different answer each time the question is asked. For many, professional success means obtaining a rewarding job that pays a substantial salary. For others, the definition of professional success is the ability to discover and implement ideas or have a good balance between work and private life. Success by definition is the favorable outcome of something attempted. These favorable outcomes are a product of the professional knowledge and abilities gained through research and affiliation with professional organizations and associations in fields of study that will broaden one’s scope of interest and aid in career success. One such professional association is the American Bar Association. The American Bar Association (ABA) is the biggest volitionary professional association. “With nearly 400,000 members, the ABA provides law school accreditation, continuing legal education, information about the law, programs to assist lawyers and judges in their work, and initiatives to improve the legal system for the public” (American Bar Association, 2011, para. 1). The mission of the American Bar Association is to be the national representative of the legal profession, serving the public and the profession by promoting justice, professional excellence and respect for the law. The ABA contributes toward increasing...
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...Lawsuits Success Wellness will be pro-active in preventing lawsuits from happening. All federal and state laws will be followed in the manufacturing, advertising, and selling of monitors. Success Wellness will employ a full time staff of legally astute managers and skilled business litigators. The legally astute managers will comprehend and actively manage the legal section of the business to protect it from lawsuits and assure that the business complies with federal, state and local laws (Bagley & Savage, 2010). Alternative dispute resolution clauses will be incorporated into all of Success Wellness’ business contracts. The legally astute managers will work alongside our corporate lawyers to ensure that Success Wellness is protected from possible lawsuits. Lawsuits will be avoided at all costs. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) In the unlikely event that Success Wellness is involved in a dispute with another party, it will use alternative dispute resolution techniques to resolve disputes. Alternative dispute resolutions (ADR) are methods used by companies to resolve disputes without taking the matter to court. There are many different types of ADR programs that are available; however, the three basic types are arbitration, mediation and negotiation. Federal and state governments encourage using ADR programs to promote settlements and avoid matters going to court (Bagley & Savage, 2010, p. 85). Benefits of ADR. There are many benefits to using alternative dispute...
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...a particular organization to run as a well-oiled machine that meets goals set in place for success throughout an organization. An organization must work efficiently; therefore obtainable goals must be set within achievable timeframes in order to meet all expectations of the organizations main purpose. This allows an organization to produce productive work with a desired effect throughout the organization without wasteful use of valued assets (Charrier, K. 2007). Organizational effectiveness is imperative when managing each area of criminal justice personnel in a law enforcement capacity, courts, or correctional facility personnel. Each of the settings is different, but the behavior concepts for each department of a law enforcement function must be the same when it comes to managing a department properly and professionally. Organizational effectiveness is where each member of the organization works as a team efficiently and effectively to the best of their ability for mission success. The desired outcome of organizational effectiveness is to utilize all the resources necessary to complete the mission, but at little cost of man hours, allotted time, necessary materials, and energy to the organization as a whole. This entails a productive team to obtain all goals without having an adverse effect on the organization in order obtain any particular goal or mission for the purpose of success. In any successful organization it must include organizational effectiveness, adeptness and...
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...Babylonian Law Over the years there have been many civilizations; some which have had great success and wonderful breakthroughs and others that could barely survive. Some of these civilizations unruly or chaotic so to speak while other formed laws and created order. Order was the key to these societies survival and one civilization set the tone for the rest. That civilization was that of Babylon; they formed that order with an abundance of laws. Now after reading “Babylonian law: How an early state regulated it’s subjects” from J.M. Powis Smith I will compare Babylon to modern day America. Based on my reading of the article “Babylonian Law” I have found that this society was quite intolerant of most crimes. For example Law 1 of The Code says “If a man accuses a man, and charges him with murder, but cannot convict him, the accuser shall be put to death.” It is clear to me that this society has very strong values and will not just look the other way if an incident occurs. To me it is also apparent that the Babylonian society believed very heavily in getting even. In law 196 The Code states “If a man destroys the eye of another man, they shall destroy his eye.” The belief in getting even is also apparent in law 197 The Code states “If he breaks a man’s bone, they shall break his bone.” Although I feel that the Babylonian society has very high values to me some of their laws were a little extreme. I can see a few similarities in the Babylonian laws and those of modern day. Although...
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...numerous concepts that can be applied to enable members of a group change their attitudes. The concept I would apply in such a scenario is to play the role of the leader. The first and most important thing to acknowledge is leading by example. People are more willing to do something if there is someone doing it first. This is referred to as the law of the picture. Another useful technique that can be applied in such a scenario is setting short targets for the group to enable them feel encouraged and accomplished every time they meet them. 2) Which principle from John Maxwell’s work did you feel was salient and germane to getting the group to work or if you still need to apply one of Maxwell’s concepts, which would it be? Do you also feel that if you were to assume a leadership role in the group, are there things that you feel that you did that helped or hindered progress? The other concept that I would apply to ensure the success of the group is to ensure that I find a way for the group to succeed. I would do this for two reasons. First, people in a group are more likely to listen to their leader and work together if they are assured of success. the second reason is that as a leader it is one’s responsibility to find a way for his or her group to succeed. If I was to assume the leadership role in a group, I would strive to be a role model by developing admirable qualities such as hard work, positivity and diligence. It is much easier for people to be lead if the leader is someone...
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...Functionalists view on crime & deviance With the functionalist emphasis on the importance of shared norms and values as the basis of social order, it would appear that deviance is a threat to order and should therefore be seen as a threat to society. Yet a functionalist analysis of deviance begins with society as a whole. It looks for the source of deviance in the nature of society rather than in the individual. They argue that social control mechanisms such as the police and the courts are necessary to keep deviance in check and to protect social order, as well as deviance being a necessary part of all societies and that it performs positive functions for social systems that even contribute to the maintenance and well being of society. They believe crime and deviance should be limited in order it to benefit all. Functionalists believe crime and deviance have positive functions such as crime and deviance acting like a warning device, some acts warn of problems that exist in the system. As a result, action can be taken to address the problem for example a child may skip school due to problems at home. As a result of the truancy the larger problems of abuse or cultural and material deprivation may be addressed and greater problems avoided. Crime and deviance could help society progress: today’s deviants are tomorrow’s innovators as people who challenge existing norms and values help to create better ways of living. For example Emily Pankhurst and the suffragettes helped...
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...Policy Issues and the Police AJS/582 February 14, 2012 Abstract Community policing is a new idea that has been introduced to law enforcement. The program is federally funded and was created with the intentions of providing citizens the opportunity to work collectively along side with the police to diminish fear and crimes within communities. By examining police departments within the Unites States which has implemented community policing programs, a determination of whether there has been a positive or negative change can be concluded. Community policing, when implemented and organized properly is the ideal situation for police departments and the communities to build an alliance against crime. Community Policing Foot patrol or walking the beat are the many terms used to represent community policing. This community relationship has been a subject of discussion and research since the early 1900’s and still is today (Trojanowicz ,1986). Community policing was established with the idea of local law enforcement and the community working collectively, focusing on reducing and eventually preventing crime and social disorder. The strategy is to achieve a more valuable and proficient crime control, reduce terror of crime and improve quality of life. Community policing also helps the police gain the trust and cooperation of the community by having a strong presence in the area. Most importantly...
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...nature of society rather than in the individual. Durkheim argued that crime is an inevitable and normal aspect of social life. Crime is present in all types of society; indeed, the crime rate is higher in the more advanced, industrialised countries. According to Durkheim, crime is an ‘integral part of all healthy societies’. It’s inevitable because not every member of society can be equally committed to the collective sentiments (the shared values and moral beliefs) of society. Since individuals are exposed to different influences and circumstances, it is ‘impossible for all to be alike’. Therefore not everyone is equally reluctant to break the law. Durkheim went on to say that crime isn’t only inevitable, it can also be functional. Durkheim argued that it only becomes dysfunctional (harmful to society) when its rate is unusually high or law. He argued that all social change begins with some form of deviance. In order for change to occur, yesterday’s deviance must become today’s normality. Since a certain amount of change is good for society (so that it can progress rather than stagnate), so is deviance. If the collective sentiments are too strong, there will be little deviance, but neither will there be any change, or progress. Therefore the collective sentiments must have only ‘moderate energy’ so that they don’t crush originality: both the originality of the criminal, and the originality of the genius. Unlike other major theoretical perspectives such as Marxism, no specific...
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...July 30 SUCCESSFUL THROUGH MEDITATION Memorise: This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success. Joshua 1:8 Read: Psalm 1:1-6 1 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. 2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. 3 And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper. 4 The ungodly are not so: but are like the chaff which the wind driveth away. 5 Therefore the ungodly shall not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous. 6 For the LORD knoweth the way of the righteous: but the way of the ungodly shall perish. Message One of the inevitable benefits of righteousness is the ability to generate good success. Success is self-inviting and attractive. It has a compelling force around it that draws people to its possessor. Everyone desires good success. We all are being drawn by the compelling force of success consciously or unconsciously. There are many ways of describing success. Success describes the process of setting out to achieve an outcome and actualising...
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...A Critical Examination of the Impact of Section 172 of the Companies Act 2006 There has been a plethora of debate surrounding the approach to directorial decision making in the scheme of corporate governance. A divergence has emerged between numerous schools of thought as to whose interests the directors are to consider in conducting the company’s management. The approach under English law is codified under section 172 Companies Act 2006 (‘CA 2006’) which professes an ‘enlightened shareholder value’ approach to corporate governance. This has given rise to scrutiny and challenge from numerous critics but most notably from proponents of the ‘stakeholder management’ stance. The aim here is therefore to evaluate the scope and impact of section 172 and consider the possible alternatives whilst seeking to establish whether section 172 can be considered a positive development within company law. 1. Previous approach Under the common law, directors were required to act in good faith in what they believed to be in the company’s best interests. The main problem was that the company is a legal abstraction and acting in the ‘company’s interests’ is a fairly obscure and elusive concept; thus reform was necessary so that directors could ascertain what the ‘company’s interests’ actually entails i.e. whose interests it is referring to[1]. Moreover, under section 309 Companies Act 1985, directors were to have regard to the ‘interests of the company's employees in general...
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...BUSINESS SUCCESS IN THE NEW NORMAL Business Success in the New Normal BUSINESS SUCCESS IN THE NEW NORMAL The PESTLE is a tool that businesses use to help determine and identify components within a business environment. The PESTLE tool break down consists of Political, Economic, Social, Technical, Legal and Environmental dynamics. Most businesses deal with these issues and business leaders rely on the assessment of these dynamics to help a business forecast and make determinations. According to Amanda Dcosta (January 2, 2012) “the tool allows the assessing of the current environment and potential changes. The idea is, if the project is better placed than its competitors, it would be able to respond to changes more effectively. The PESTLE tool provides its users with factors that need to be well researched and brainstormed”. The PESTLE tool gives managers an edge on their business strategies. It helps a business determine early on how the business might be impacted of influenced by changes in Politics, Economic, Social aspects, Technical changes, Legal and Environment issues. Managers want to know what drives these changes and how they will influence the business and its performance. The tool is designed to help managers structure their thoughts so they can make the best decision for the company based on the analysis of each element in the PESTLE. Business that would use the analysis of the PESTLE tool might be Marathon data Systems (software), Human Resources...
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...Training keys areas Wendy Hughes HRM/326 February 25, 2013 Mary Lambert Training keys areas Success is no longer measures by an organization profit margin. Today big businesses have to account for its success on various levels of group in its organizational achievements, community success, and personal growth in management and employees. Business that implement it resources on diversity, employee growth, and legal requirements not only eliminate unnecessary lawsuits but ensured that the organization is revered as the employer of choice. Diversity training The development of exceptional diversity training class organizations extends their reach far beyond race, culture, gender, and workplace ethics. Successful diversity training within the organization provides employers with the tolls needed to attract new employees and retain a diversified work place. The implementation of diversified leadership and management training programs provide coaching to assist those skills of the individuals, thus creating exceptional employer and employee relationships. These training programs increase the organization abilities to grow, and reduces complaints as well as lawsuits filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) for violation against the Civil Rights Act. The implementation of the Civil Rights act title VII prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin (EEOC., n.d.). The needs and requirements for...
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...persons with limited education or skills (text). How the workforce has become diverse has been a long process of people fighting for their rights. This paper will discuss three laws that had an impact on creating a diverse workforce. The main features of each law will be identified. This paper will also explain how these laws are critical to the success of the army. Three laws that have had an impact on creating a diverse workforce include the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978, and the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990. There was a great social unrest in the 1960’s. Ever since then, the federal government has had an active involvement in preventing racial discrimination in the workplace. The Civil Rights Act of 1964, specifically Title VII, prohibits all forms of discrimination in the workplace. This includes a person’s race, religion or gender. This law has helped to change the workplace because this law states that it is unlawful for an employer to “fail or refuse to hire or to discharge any individual, or otherwise discriminate against any individual with respect to his compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment, because of such individual's race, color, religion, sex, or national origin,” (USlegal.com, 2013, ¶ 4). Included in this law is the hiring and firing of a person...
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