A reading response for an essay. Has to be ONE page, double-spaced, .docxJospehStull43
A reading response for an essay. Has to be ONE page, double-spaced, with a paragraph that is a summary of the essay (Your opinion about it/or what you liked about it), second paragraph is an analysis. That's all.
Link for the essay: http://www.randolphbourne.columbia.edu/the_handicapped.pdf
Thank you!
.
A realtor would like to develop a regression model to help it set we.docxJospehStull43
A realtor would like to develop a regression model to help it set weekly rental rates for beach properties during the summer season in a certain region. The independent variables for this model are the number of bedrooms a property
has,
its age in
years,
and the number of blocks away from the ocean it is. The data for these variables are in the accompanying table. Complete parts a through d below.
.
A quality management system is only as effective as management’s ded.docxJospehStull43
A quality management system is only as effective as management’s dedication and insistence to adherence and accountability. Documentation and audit schedules aren’t enough. The system will only be as effective as the people in the organization and the investment in training, inspiring and leading employees as they take responsibility for the system’s operation and results.
The explosion of BP’s Deepwater Horizon rig on April 20th, 2010 ranks as the biggest manmade environmental disaster in US history. The explosion killed 11 on-board workers, and discharged 4 million barrels of oil into the Gulf of Mexico, before the leak was sealed on July 15th 2010. On top of widespread damage to Gulf marine wildlife and tourism industries, BP faced a slew of lawsuits, and forked out over $4.5 billion in fines and payments.
The overarching cause was a quality management failure. Contractors did not test the weak cement around the oil well, which failed to contain hydrocarbons within the reservoir and allowed flammable gas and liquids to flow up the production casing. Technicians misinterpreted fluid pressure tests, and gas passed through the ventilation system into the engine room, paving the way for ignition. After the explosion, the oil rig’s blow-out preventer located on the sea-bed failed to activate and seal the well.
Three corporations were implicated: BP for the flawed well design, Transocean as the owners of the rig, and Halliburton as the contractor who provided the bungled cements.
Question.
1. How will you ensure an efficient and effective quality management processes and procedures in you projects If you were working at BP. Relate all submissions to the case.
Please sight your sources of information. You are not to copy and paste from your sources. Provide your own thoughts based off your sources.
.
A quarter century ago Canada, Mexico and the United States formed a .docxJospehStull43
A quarter century ago Canada, Mexico and the United States formed a customs union, known as NAFTA. This is not a common market, and indeed there are an estimated 7 to 10 million illegal immigrants living in the United States, many of whom are Mexicans. Furthermore, “illegal drugs are the most successful Mexican multinational enterprise, employing some 450,000 Mexicans and generating about $20 billion in sales, second only behind the country’s oil industry and automotive industry exports”. (Source: David Luhnow, “Saving Mexico”,
WSJ
, December 26, 2009.)
A) Distinguish between a customs union and a common market.
B)Explain why there has been a growth in the underground economy of the United States.
C)Evaluate the following non-exclusive means of diminishing the underground economy:
1.Transform NAFTA into a common market.
2.Legalize drugs.
3.Increase both the surveillance by the IRS of the 30 million businesses in the United States and reform the tax system by introducing, for example, a value added tax.
4.Increase the effectiveness of surveillance of social security recipients from gaining income from the underground economy.
.
A proposal of 2 - 3 pages regarding your intended project is due.docxJospehStull43
A proposal of 2 - 3 pages regarding your
intended project
is due.
Topic is identified.
Thesis statement is included
(as best you know it at the time of writing)
.
Quality proposals will
use at least one academic source
to inspire a strong and original point of view.
The highest points are conferred for originality, the locating and detailing of controversies, and for nuanced papers that sensitively explore their topic.
This is not a synopsis of your essay, but
a plan on how you will develop the topic for the paper. Your plan for research, benchmarks and due date to bring project to completion will be included.
A
thesis statement
clearly states your topic, premise and/or is a statement of purpose that your research will support.
Understand that you are making a best effort to describe your project early on, but allow yourself to be open to growth and change as you conduct research and focus your intentions.
Proposal
for
Research Topic
100 pts
Description
Maximum
points per category
Introduction
With Thesis
Page count
2 - 3 pages of content
(not including title page
or list of references page)
In-text Citation
in proper
APA format
List of References Page
3-5 different resources listed in APA format
Content
Organization
Tone
Topic Named
There is a clear and focused introduction.
The thesis is clear, original, and sophisticated.
The ideas embedded in the thesis are appropriate to the length of the assignment
2-3 pages Content
excluding
title and reference pages
In-text citation
List of Reference page
(as best you know it now, references may change
as project progresses)
Proper Use of APA format
Word Choice:
The language is rich, effective, natural, precise, and vivid. Words used to convey images are appropriate to the audience and purpose. Vocabulary is varied, specific, and accurate. It is appropriate for college-level writing.
Sentences add interest and flow to text.
There is strong control over simple and complex sentence structures.
Content for Topic & Proposal
Plan of project clearly explained.
Thesis statement included
Topic identified
Cohesive and detailed proposal written
with originality, locating and detailing of controversies and nuances that sensitively explore the topic.
There is an explanation of
how the topic will be researched and
how the thesis will be explored from
a Humanities perspective
Project timeline and benchmarks are identified
Between assignment due dates
Topics and paragraphs rise above commonplace thinking and summary.
Quoted material is used powerfully to support analytical points (and not as padding).
There is a graceful transition to the next paragraph.
The ideas explored are significant, substantive, and instructive.
Ideas/topics support the thesis so that the paper is a unified whole, and not a concatenation of appended mini-essays.
Organization
It has a clear introduction, body, and conclusion.
The writing is structured to enhance meaning.
Transitions are used to mo.
A Nurse’s Role in the Systems Development Life CycleWhile the proc.docxJospehStull43
A Nurse’s Role in the Systems Development Life Cycle
While the process of developing and implementing a health information technology system may seem overwhelming at first, the systems development life cycle (SDLC) provides organizations with a framework to deliver efficient and effective information systems. Though the SDLC is a common overarching structure for implementing information systems, it is not a one-size-fits-all process. In fact, there are a multitude of approaches that can be used to guide the systems development life cycle. The SDLC approach that is most appropriate for a particular organization will be highly contextual and subject to organization-specific differences.
This week prompts you to analyze the process of selecting an appropriate health information technology and then evaluate techniques that positively impact the steps of the systems development life cycle in an EHR implementation. You also determine what barriers might occur at each stage and how these could be overcome.
Learning Objectives
Students will:
Analyze how a nurse can contribute to each stage of the systems development life cycle
Photo Credit: Jose Luis Pelaez Inc]/[Brand X Pictures]/Getty ImagesCredit
Learning Resources
Note:
To access this week’s required library resources, please click on the link to the Course Readings List, found in the Course Materials section of your Syllabus.
Required Readings
McGonigle, D., & Mastrian, K. G. (2015).
Nursing informatics and the foundation of knowledge
(3rd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones and Bartlett Learning.
Chapter 10, “Systems Development Life Cycle: Nursing Informatics and Organizational Decision Making”
This chapter explains the systems development life cycle and explores various methods of applying it. The chapter also examines the importance of interoperability in implementing HITECH.
Chapter 11, “Administrative Information Systems”
This chapter provides an overview of agency-based health information systems. The text also details how administrators can use core business systems in their practice.
Boswell, R. A. (2011). A physician group’s movement toward electronic health records: A case study using the transtheoretical model for organizational change.
Consulting Psychology Journal: Practice and Research, 63
(2), 138–148.
Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.
The authors of this article present a case study on an EHR implementation in a multispecialty physician group. The case study attempts to determine actions that promote successful EHR implementation and the pros and cons of implementation.
Hsiao, J., Chang, H., & Chen, R. (2011).A study of factors affecting acceptance of hospital information systems: A nursing perspective.
Journal of Nursing Research, 19
(2), 150–160.
Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.
The focus of this article is to determine what factors are most important in predicting the acceptance of new health information technology. The results of the study indicated .
A paper is on Donald Goines he is an American author. He wrote books.docxJospehStull43
A paper is on Donald Goines he is an American author. He wrote books such as black girl lost, dopefiend, and whoreson. This paper will focus on Donald Gonies and the book black girl lost.
1. two paragraphs about what did the author mean by creating his work and what did he hope to accomplished.
2. two paragraphs research the topic and answer with several reliable sources: What historical and/or societal conditions and situations influenced the author to write the book
3. two paragraphs what do you think about the arthor perspective? Does this work promote a certain cause or social/political issue?
4. one paragraphs addressing personal development how the research affect your perspective
5. four parapgraphs about what value does the book hold? does it convey a message reelvant to future generations did the arthor achieve his goal?
6. three reliable references or more
.
A quarter century ago Canada, Mexico and the United States forme.docxJospehStull43
A quarter century ago Canada, Mexico and the United States formed a customs union, known as NAFTA. This is not a common market, and indeed there are an estimated 7 to 10 million illegal immigrants living in the United States, many of whom are Mexicans. Furthermore, “illegal drugs are the most successful Mexican multinational enterprise, employing some 450,000 Mexicans and generating about $20 billion in sales, second only behind the country’s oil industry and automotive industry exports”. (Source: David Luhnow, “Saving Mexico”, WSJ, December 26, 2009.)
A)Distinguish between a customs union and a common market.
B)Explain why there has been a growth in the underground economy of the United States.
C)Evaluate the following non-exclusive means of diminishing the underground economy:
1)Transform NAFTA into a common market.
2)Legalize drugs.
3)Increase both the surveillance by the IRS of the 30 million businesses in the United States and reform the tax system by introducing, for example, a value added tax.
4)Increase the effectiveness of surveillance of social security recipients from gaining income from the underground economy.
.
A reading response for an essay. Has to be ONE page, double-spaced, .docxJospehStull43
A reading response for an essay. Has to be ONE page, double-spaced, with a paragraph that is a summary of the essay (Your opinion about it/or what you liked about it), second paragraph is an analysis. That's all.
Link for the essay: http://www.randolphbourne.columbia.edu/the_handicapped.pdf
Thank you!
.
A realtor would like to develop a regression model to help it set we.docxJospehStull43
A realtor would like to develop a regression model to help it set weekly rental rates for beach properties during the summer season in a certain region. The independent variables for this model are the number of bedrooms a property
has,
its age in
years,
and the number of blocks away from the ocean it is. The data for these variables are in the accompanying table. Complete parts a through d below.
.
A quality management system is only as effective as management’s ded.docxJospehStull43
A quality management system is only as effective as management’s dedication and insistence to adherence and accountability. Documentation and audit schedules aren’t enough. The system will only be as effective as the people in the organization and the investment in training, inspiring and leading employees as they take responsibility for the system’s operation and results.
The explosion of BP’s Deepwater Horizon rig on April 20th, 2010 ranks as the biggest manmade environmental disaster in US history. The explosion killed 11 on-board workers, and discharged 4 million barrels of oil into the Gulf of Mexico, before the leak was sealed on July 15th 2010. On top of widespread damage to Gulf marine wildlife and tourism industries, BP faced a slew of lawsuits, and forked out over $4.5 billion in fines and payments.
The overarching cause was a quality management failure. Contractors did not test the weak cement around the oil well, which failed to contain hydrocarbons within the reservoir and allowed flammable gas and liquids to flow up the production casing. Technicians misinterpreted fluid pressure tests, and gas passed through the ventilation system into the engine room, paving the way for ignition. After the explosion, the oil rig’s blow-out preventer located on the sea-bed failed to activate and seal the well.
Three corporations were implicated: BP for the flawed well design, Transocean as the owners of the rig, and Halliburton as the contractor who provided the bungled cements.
Question.
1. How will you ensure an efficient and effective quality management processes and procedures in you projects If you were working at BP. Relate all submissions to the case.
Please sight your sources of information. You are not to copy and paste from your sources. Provide your own thoughts based off your sources.
.
A quarter century ago Canada, Mexico and the United States formed a .docxJospehStull43
A quarter century ago Canada, Mexico and the United States formed a customs union, known as NAFTA. This is not a common market, and indeed there are an estimated 7 to 10 million illegal immigrants living in the United States, many of whom are Mexicans. Furthermore, “illegal drugs are the most successful Mexican multinational enterprise, employing some 450,000 Mexicans and generating about $20 billion in sales, second only behind the country’s oil industry and automotive industry exports”. (Source: David Luhnow, “Saving Mexico”,
WSJ
, December 26, 2009.)
A) Distinguish between a customs union and a common market.
B)Explain why there has been a growth in the underground economy of the United States.
C)Evaluate the following non-exclusive means of diminishing the underground economy:
1.Transform NAFTA into a common market.
2.Legalize drugs.
3.Increase both the surveillance by the IRS of the 30 million businesses in the United States and reform the tax system by introducing, for example, a value added tax.
4.Increase the effectiveness of surveillance of social security recipients from gaining income from the underground economy.
.
A proposal of 2 - 3 pages regarding your intended project is due.docxJospehStull43
A proposal of 2 - 3 pages regarding your
intended project
is due.
Topic is identified.
Thesis statement is included
(as best you know it at the time of writing)
.
Quality proposals will
use at least one academic source
to inspire a strong and original point of view.
The highest points are conferred for originality, the locating and detailing of controversies, and for nuanced papers that sensitively explore their topic.
This is not a synopsis of your essay, but
a plan on how you will develop the topic for the paper. Your plan for research, benchmarks and due date to bring project to completion will be included.
A
thesis statement
clearly states your topic, premise and/or is a statement of purpose that your research will support.
Understand that you are making a best effort to describe your project early on, but allow yourself to be open to growth and change as you conduct research and focus your intentions.
Proposal
for
Research Topic
100 pts
Description
Maximum
points per category
Introduction
With Thesis
Page count
2 - 3 pages of content
(not including title page
or list of references page)
In-text Citation
in proper
APA format
List of References Page
3-5 different resources listed in APA format
Content
Organization
Tone
Topic Named
There is a clear and focused introduction.
The thesis is clear, original, and sophisticated.
The ideas embedded in the thesis are appropriate to the length of the assignment
2-3 pages Content
excluding
title and reference pages
In-text citation
List of Reference page
(as best you know it now, references may change
as project progresses)
Proper Use of APA format
Word Choice:
The language is rich, effective, natural, precise, and vivid. Words used to convey images are appropriate to the audience and purpose. Vocabulary is varied, specific, and accurate. It is appropriate for college-level writing.
Sentences add interest and flow to text.
There is strong control over simple and complex sentence structures.
Content for Topic & Proposal
Plan of project clearly explained.
Thesis statement included
Topic identified
Cohesive and detailed proposal written
with originality, locating and detailing of controversies and nuances that sensitively explore the topic.
There is an explanation of
how the topic will be researched and
how the thesis will be explored from
a Humanities perspective
Project timeline and benchmarks are identified
Between assignment due dates
Topics and paragraphs rise above commonplace thinking and summary.
Quoted material is used powerfully to support analytical points (and not as padding).
There is a graceful transition to the next paragraph.
The ideas explored are significant, substantive, and instructive.
Ideas/topics support the thesis so that the paper is a unified whole, and not a concatenation of appended mini-essays.
Organization
It has a clear introduction, body, and conclusion.
The writing is structured to enhance meaning.
Transitions are used to mo.
A Nurse’s Role in the Systems Development Life CycleWhile the proc.docxJospehStull43
A Nurse’s Role in the Systems Development Life Cycle
While the process of developing and implementing a health information technology system may seem overwhelming at first, the systems development life cycle (SDLC) provides organizations with a framework to deliver efficient and effective information systems. Though the SDLC is a common overarching structure for implementing information systems, it is not a one-size-fits-all process. In fact, there are a multitude of approaches that can be used to guide the systems development life cycle. The SDLC approach that is most appropriate for a particular organization will be highly contextual and subject to organization-specific differences.
This week prompts you to analyze the process of selecting an appropriate health information technology and then evaluate techniques that positively impact the steps of the systems development life cycle in an EHR implementation. You also determine what barriers might occur at each stage and how these could be overcome.
Learning Objectives
Students will:
Analyze how a nurse can contribute to each stage of the systems development life cycle
Photo Credit: Jose Luis Pelaez Inc]/[Brand X Pictures]/Getty ImagesCredit
Learning Resources
Note:
To access this week’s required library resources, please click on the link to the Course Readings List, found in the Course Materials section of your Syllabus.
Required Readings
McGonigle, D., & Mastrian, K. G. (2015).
Nursing informatics and the foundation of knowledge
(3rd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones and Bartlett Learning.
Chapter 10, “Systems Development Life Cycle: Nursing Informatics and Organizational Decision Making”
This chapter explains the systems development life cycle and explores various methods of applying it. The chapter also examines the importance of interoperability in implementing HITECH.
Chapter 11, “Administrative Information Systems”
This chapter provides an overview of agency-based health information systems. The text also details how administrators can use core business systems in their practice.
Boswell, R. A. (2011). A physician group’s movement toward electronic health records: A case study using the transtheoretical model for organizational change.
Consulting Psychology Journal: Practice and Research, 63
(2), 138–148.
Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.
The authors of this article present a case study on an EHR implementation in a multispecialty physician group. The case study attempts to determine actions that promote successful EHR implementation and the pros and cons of implementation.
Hsiao, J., Chang, H., & Chen, R. (2011).A study of factors affecting acceptance of hospital information systems: A nursing perspective.
Journal of Nursing Research, 19
(2), 150–160.
Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.
The focus of this article is to determine what factors are most important in predicting the acceptance of new health information technology. The results of the study indicated .
A paper is on Donald Goines he is an American author. He wrote books.docxJospehStull43
A paper is on Donald Goines he is an American author. He wrote books such as black girl lost, dopefiend, and whoreson. This paper will focus on Donald Gonies and the book black girl lost.
1. two paragraphs about what did the author mean by creating his work and what did he hope to accomplished.
2. two paragraphs research the topic and answer with several reliable sources: What historical and/or societal conditions and situations influenced the author to write the book
3. two paragraphs what do you think about the arthor perspective? Does this work promote a certain cause or social/political issue?
4. one paragraphs addressing personal development how the research affect your perspective
5. four parapgraphs about what value does the book hold? does it convey a message reelvant to future generations did the arthor achieve his goal?
6. three reliable references or more
.
A quarter century ago Canada, Mexico and the United States forme.docxJospehStull43
A quarter century ago Canada, Mexico and the United States formed a customs union, known as NAFTA. This is not a common market, and indeed there are an estimated 7 to 10 million illegal immigrants living in the United States, many of whom are Mexicans. Furthermore, “illegal drugs are the most successful Mexican multinational enterprise, employing some 450,000 Mexicans and generating about $20 billion in sales, second only behind the country’s oil industry and automotive industry exports”. (Source: David Luhnow, “Saving Mexico”, WSJ, December 26, 2009.)
A)Distinguish between a customs union and a common market.
B)Explain why there has been a growth in the underground economy of the United States.
C)Evaluate the following non-exclusive means of diminishing the underground economy:
1)Transform NAFTA into a common market.
2)Legalize drugs.
3)Increase both the surveillance by the IRS of the 30 million businesses in the United States and reform the tax system by introducing, for example, a value added tax.
4)Increase the effectiveness of surveillance of social security recipients from gaining income from the underground economy.
.
A political discussion group consists of five Democrats and six Repu.docxJospehStull43
The document describes a political discussion group with 5 Democrats and 6 Republicans from which 4 people will be selected to attend a conference. It asks how many ways 4 people can be selected from the group of 11 and how many ways 4 Republicans can be selected from the 6 Republicans. It also asks to find the probability the selected group will be all Republicans.
a PowerPoint presentation consisting of 7 slides to complete this we.docxJospehStull43
a PowerPoint presentation consisting of 7 slides to complete this week’s assignment:
Refer to the criteria you listed last week and provide a list of specific measures that a mental health practitioner might use in the Juvenile Sex Offender Case Scenario. Provide a brief description of what each measure evaluates.
.
A number of Hollywood’s better efforts raise issues pertinent to thi.docxJospehStull43
A number of Hollywood’s better efforts raise issues pertinent to this class, and were filmed on location (or a reasonable facsimile thereof). You may watch any of the following movies, and give me a
1. one-page review of the movie and
one page explaining how
the movie reflects the culture, and/or
historical circumstances,
which have relevance to this class.
Kite Runner
Best Exotic Marigold hotel
I need both movie review
.
A new IQ test is being developed and the test creators need to give .docxJospehStull43
A new IQ test is being developed and the test creators need to give this IQ test to 1,000 individuals in order to get appropriate standardization norms. They decide to give the test to all of the students, primarily Caucasian adolescents between the ages of 11 and 14, in a middle school in North Dakota. This is an example of:
.
A new University library will open next month at NYU. The $100 mil.docxJospehStull43
A new University library will open next month at NYU. The $100 million building is an eight story wonder of glass and steel designed by world renowned architect Frank Ghery. The library has over 100 art works and the latest digital application features including a media lab. The library also has an open concept lobby complete with food stations and seating areas for the public. The building also has the latest in sustainable smart building technology.
Green building
(also known as
green construction
or
sustainable building
) refers to both a structure and the using of processes that are
environmentally responsible
and
resource-efficient
throughout a building's life-cycle: from siting to design, construction, operation, maintenance, renovation, and demolition.
[1]
In other words, green building design involves finding the balance between homebuilding and the sustainable environment
Write a media advisory for the official opening of the building. Second write a press release announcing the new library that will be released on the day of the opening and thirdly write a pitch letter to the media encouraging them to do a feature story about the library in advance of the opening. Be sure to identify the reporter and outlet you wish to pitch to.
Think carefully why you have chosen that media outlet and reporter and why your pitch is appropriate for that reporter. Remember to think about what is newsworthy.
.
A molecule of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is 2.31µm long. Th.docxJospehStull43
A molecule of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is
2.31
µ
m long. The ends of the molecule become singly ionized: negative on one end, positive on the other. The helical molecule acts like a spring and compresses
1.02
%
upon becoming charged, and remains in this equilibrium position. Determine the effective spring constant of the molecule.
.
A minimum of 5 pages of text, not including the title page, bibliogr.docxJospehStull43
A minimum of 5 pages of text, not including the title page, bibliography, appendices, or illustrations.
Include references.
Paper to include 4 sections (included in attachment) for a overview
Scholarly articles are those listed in the Social Science Index, Criminal Justice Periodical Index, Criminal Justice Abstracts, and Sociological Abstracts.
Research paper should follow APA format.
.
A mass-casualty incident (MCI) creates a uniquely challenging manage.docxJospehStull43
A mass-casualty incident (MCI) creates a uniquely challenging management and coordination quagmire. These events can occur as a result of natural disasters, such as a tsunami, earthquake, or hurricane; they can be a result of an accident, such as a ferry sinking during inclement weather; or they can result from an act of violence, such as a terrorist attack like the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing or the attacks of September 11, 2001. In any case, these attacks present a unique challenge to law enforcement, emergency response teams, and government oversight.
As you explore the different methods used to deal with MCIs, as well as the different governmental agencies that may be involved, consider the following:
Assignment Guidelines
In 6-7 paragraphs, address the following:
What federal and state agencies are required to deal with an MCI resulting from a terrorist attack? Why?
How do you distinguish between federal and state authorities for both operational and management functions? Explain.
How do you ensure a fusion of effort between federal and state authorities? Explain.
MCIs resulting from terrorist attacks are considered the purview of law enforcement. This creates a challenge during multijurisdictional MCIs. During MCIs resulting from domestic terrorism, such as the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing, what law enforcement agency should have primary jurisdiction? Why?
How should federal law enforcement engage state and local law enforcement for support? Why?
Treating long-term physical and mental health effects following any MCI can prove costly to state governments. How should the federal government work with states to ensure that proper medical and mental health is provided? Explain.
What federal and state organizations should be responsible for these efforts? Why?
.
A hot t, tropical grassland with scattered trees is aSavannaTun.docxJospehStull43
A hot t, tropical grassland with scattered trees is a:
Savanna
Tundra
Boreal forest
Desert
Permafrost is a defining characteristic of which biome?:
Steppe
Desert
Taiga
Tundra
The dominant plant type in temperate forest is:
Forbs
Coniferous trees
Deciduous trees
Succulents
The chaparral biome can be found in:
California
Australia
All answers are correct
The Mediterranean
Trees in the Boreal forest are adapted to conserve:
Carbon
Phosphorus
Nitrogen
Magnesium
What is an endemic species?
A species native to only one area
A species dying from an unknown disease
A robust group of organisms that dominate an ecosystem
A broad group of pollinating insects
Which of the following is a driver of species creation?
Climatic stability
All answers are drivers
Temporal stability
Habitat heterogeneity
Pollinator ecosystem services are provided by which organism?
Birds
All are pollinators
Bees
Bat
Why have scientists, farmers and politicians stored the world’s seed heritage on a remote island in the Arctic?
Consistent temperatures and humidity for seed survival.
If the facility’s climate control fails, the seeds will only freeze.
All of these answers are correct.
Polar bears and remoteness are great deterrents for terrorists.
Scientists consider which of the following an important aspect of “biodiversity”?
Ecosystems
Genes
Species
All are important
What percentage of the timber imported by the United States is potentially illegally harvested?
75%
50%
1%
10%
What is the present day extinction rate?
About 10 times faster than the background rate
About 100 times faster than the background rate
About equal to the background rate
About 1000 times faster than the background rate
What percentage of river lengths in the United States have been modified through damming and bank modification?
50%
20%
90%
10%
Which of the following statements is TRUE about extinction?
Extinction occurs when speciation rates increase dramatically
The only large extinction event was 65 million years ago when the dinosaurs were killed.
Extinction of more than half of the existing species on the planet has occurred roughly five times
Plants, but not animals, have been known to recover from extinction
Which of the following threats has had a large impact on biodiversity?
Overharvesting
All three are correct
Exotic species
Habitat loss
When an invasive species is introduced, what is the potential consequence of that introduction?
Increased predation on some native species
All of the listed consequences can occur
Extinction of economically important species
Reduced predation on some native species
The relationship between the populations of wild lynx and snowshoe hare is an example of what ecological interaction?
Birth rates dynamics
Nutrient cycling
Territorial dominance
Predator-prey interactions
Energy is _________ as you move up the trophic levels.
Lost
Gained
Created
Conserved
Where one species benefits from prolonged interaction with another species, while the.
A good interviewer uses interview methodologies and techniques that .docxJospehStull43
A good interviewer uses interview methodologies and techniques that not only help him or her build rapport with the interviewee but also drive the interview in a favorable direction. This assignment tests your understanding of various interview methodologies. It also focuses on the components of statement analysis—an important skill that helps detect deceit in an interviewee's statements.
Tasks:
Using the Argosy University online library resources, prepare a 4- to 5-slide, APA-formatted Microsoft PowerPoint presentation that includes responses to Part 1 and Part 2.
Part 1
Use scholarly sources to compare any two of the following interviewing methodologies:
Structural interviews
Inferential interviews
Behavioral interviews
Cognitive interviews
Clearly define each methodology chosen and examine in what situations it may be appropriate.
Part 2
Explore the components of statement analysis—a complex skill that can help you determine the level of deception in a witness's or a suspect's statement. Identifying deception leads one to dig deeper, investigate further, and ask more, often difficult, direct questions.
Instructions
Consider the following example of a statement and its component:
Statement
Statement Component
"Decided to go for a walk. Got out there. Umm . . . stood for a few moments and received a page from home. Something was going on at home. Let's go back and make a phone call and see what's going on.
Parts of speech, specifically missing pronouns
Analyze the following statements and identify as many applicable components of statement analysis as you can attribute to the deception:
"Got approached by a gentleman asking for money. When I addressed him, I was struck in the rear and knocked to the ground. Struggled with him. There was a shot that went off. Struggled with him, and there was another shot that went off. That was the shot that hit me."
"On July 4, 2011, at about 4:00 p.m., came home from work and took a shower. Was getting ready to head out to some friends' barbeque and party. My friends Jerry and Paul were having some people over for the Fourth of July. Sat down for a few minutes to watch television and relax. Had two beers until about 5:30 p.m.
"Put my feet up on the table when the doorbell rang. It was an ex-girlfriend, Sally. She sat down with me for a few minutes. They wanted to tell me about their new boyfriend. I wasn't so happy about it; I didn't really want to break up with her. I watched the race and argued some, and she left, at six or so.
"At about 7:00 p.m. drove to my friends' place. They live in the country and it took me an hour to get there, arrived at eight or so. When we got to the party, there were about ten or twelve people there; they were pretty wasted already, and they were drinking most of the day. Sat down outside and had a few shots and several beers. It was hot, so I went inside, and I watched television to cool off. Drank about two more beers and talked with two girls that were friends of Jerry; th.
A major MNE has incredible knowledge resources but they often underu.docxJospehStull43
A major MNE has incredible knowledge resources but they often underutilized. The Reason: often the knowledge that is needed within one part of the organization exists within that organization but normally there is no system by which those who need info can identiy and obtain that info from those who have it.
Write a paper on moving a corporate headquarter overseas.
ADDRESS THE FOLLOWING IN THE PAPER
What are the drawbacks and benefits associated with moving a business unit and corporate HQ to another country?
If you were a CEO or a business unit head, under what conditions would you consider moving HQ?
If you were a government official in th MNE's home country, what can you do to discourage such moves of multinational HQ out of the country?
The requirements below must be met:
Write between 750 - 1250 words (approx 3 - 5 pages) using Microsoft Word in APA Style.
Include cover and reference pages
Use at least three references
Cite all reference material (data, dates, graphs, quotes, paraphrased words, values, etc) in the paper.
References must come from sources such as, CNN, online newspapers such as, The Wall Street Journal, govt websites, etc. Sources such as Wikis, Yahoo Answers, eHow, blogs, etc are not acceptable.
.
A lack of awareness of cultural differences or the assumption by one.docxJospehStull43
A lack of awareness of cultural differences or the assumption by one cultural group that another is inferior often results in painful personal and social encounters. Apply this
thesis
to discuss how this lack of awareness affects the relationships of the characters in Glaspell's
Trifles
. Be sure to quote, cite, and reference from the text using appropriate APA format. Your post must be at least 250 words
.
A fundamental tenet of the federal personnel system is merit-based d.docxJospehStull43
A fundamental tenet of the federal personnel system is merit-based decision making. The civil service system was put into place to institutionalize this practice. Opponents of the merit-based model argue that the practice has gone too far (leading to a bureaucracy that is unresponsive) and the public sector should adopt a private sector model. Do you agree?
DUE tonight.
.
A little monkey had 75 bananas,Each day, he kept a fraction of his.docxJospehStull43
A little monkey had 75 bananas,
Each day, he kept a fraction of his bananas, gave the rest away, and then ate one. There are the fractions he decided to keep:
1/2, 1/4, 3/4, 3/5, 5/6, 11/15
In which order did he use the fractions so that he was left with with just one banana at the end?
Please make your thinking clear by showing and explaning all work.
.
A five pages term paper about Bessie Smith.The term paper must.docxJospehStull43
A five pages term paper about Bessie Smith.
The term paper must be typed, double-spaced; 1-inch margins, 12-point Times New Roman Font, and five pages in length, including bibliography. The paper must include reference to at least three varied outside sources whose information is integrated into the writing. The subject of the term paper can be on anything you learned about in class that you would like to research further. It could be an artist, a record label, an era, or an instrument with the artists that brought it to prominence. Basically anything that deals with jazz as the central subject.
.
a description of the cognitive ability you selected and how it is st.docxJospehStull43
a description of the cognitive ability you selected and how it is stereotyped by gender and influenced by culture. Then explain the importance and use of this cognitive ability in the world (education, industry or business, home life, etc.); and how the stereotyping of it affects individuals and society as a whole.
.
a description of two ways in which the Walden University’s IRB ethic.docxJospehStull43
a description of two ways in which the Walden University’s IRB ethical guidelines may impact the selection of a research population, research setting, and/or research design as you develop your ideas for your prospectus. Be specific, explaining how the guidelines apply to your study, not just research in general.
Readings
Creswell, J. W. (2014).
Research design: Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches
(4th ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.
Chapter 4, “Writing Strategies and Ethical Considerations (pp. 77-103)
Perlmutter, D. D., & Porter, L. (2005, December 12). Thinking beyond the dissertation.
The
Chronicle of Higher Education
. Retrieved from the Walden Library databases
Walden University. (2014). Office of research integrity and compliance: Institutional review board for ethical standards in research. Retrieved from
http://academicguides.waldenu.edu/researchcenter/orec
Walden University. (2015). Online writing center:
APA style
. Retrieved from
http://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/apa
Media
Walden University (Producer). (2010).
Institutional Review Board (IRB) frequently asked questions
. [Online tutorial]. Retrieved from
http://academicguides.waldenu.edu/researchcenter/orec
.
a description of a time when you were influenced by a reciprocity, s.docxJospehStull43
a description of a time when you were influenced by a reciprocity, social validation, commitment, or scarcity strategy. Describe the steps in the strategy that were used and explain the psychological process by which the strategy influenced your attitudes and/or behavior. Determine if it was informational or normative social influence. Finally, explain what you could have done to avoid being influenced by the strategy.
.
A comparison of the different kinds of unified communication platfor.docxJospehStull43
A comparison of the different kinds of unified communication platforms, their features and functionality, based on the five criteria.
The five criteria are not a predetermined set of criteria.
The five criteria are part of an individual assignment and therefore are an individual responsibility
.
APA
formatted paper: Some of the basic expectations include 1-inch margins, consistent font for Titles and body of paper, and double spacing.
Title Page (1 page)
Body (2 - 3 pages)
Reference Page (1 page)
.
a comparison (similarities and differences) between the executive’s .docxJospehStull43
This document discusses comparing an executive's disorder to Connie's disorder, noting their similarities and differences. It also examines the factors that could make differentiating and diagnosing the disorders difficult. Finally, it considers potential treatment recommendations a forensic psychologist might give if evaluating either individual.
A political discussion group consists of five Democrats and six Repu.docxJospehStull43
The document describes a political discussion group with 5 Democrats and 6 Republicans from which 4 people will be selected to attend a conference. It asks how many ways 4 people can be selected from the group of 11 and how many ways 4 Republicans can be selected from the 6 Republicans. It also asks to find the probability the selected group will be all Republicans.
a PowerPoint presentation consisting of 7 slides to complete this we.docxJospehStull43
a PowerPoint presentation consisting of 7 slides to complete this week’s assignment:
Refer to the criteria you listed last week and provide a list of specific measures that a mental health practitioner might use in the Juvenile Sex Offender Case Scenario. Provide a brief description of what each measure evaluates.
.
A number of Hollywood’s better efforts raise issues pertinent to thi.docxJospehStull43
A number of Hollywood’s better efforts raise issues pertinent to this class, and were filmed on location (or a reasonable facsimile thereof). You may watch any of the following movies, and give me a
1. one-page review of the movie and
one page explaining how
the movie reflects the culture, and/or
historical circumstances,
which have relevance to this class.
Kite Runner
Best Exotic Marigold hotel
I need both movie review
.
A new IQ test is being developed and the test creators need to give .docxJospehStull43
A new IQ test is being developed and the test creators need to give this IQ test to 1,000 individuals in order to get appropriate standardization norms. They decide to give the test to all of the students, primarily Caucasian adolescents between the ages of 11 and 14, in a middle school in North Dakota. This is an example of:
.
A new University library will open next month at NYU. The $100 mil.docxJospehStull43
A new University library will open next month at NYU. The $100 million building is an eight story wonder of glass and steel designed by world renowned architect Frank Ghery. The library has over 100 art works and the latest digital application features including a media lab. The library also has an open concept lobby complete with food stations and seating areas for the public. The building also has the latest in sustainable smart building technology.
Green building
(also known as
green construction
or
sustainable building
) refers to both a structure and the using of processes that are
environmentally responsible
and
resource-efficient
throughout a building's life-cycle: from siting to design, construction, operation, maintenance, renovation, and demolition.
[1]
In other words, green building design involves finding the balance between homebuilding and the sustainable environment
Write a media advisory for the official opening of the building. Second write a press release announcing the new library that will be released on the day of the opening and thirdly write a pitch letter to the media encouraging them to do a feature story about the library in advance of the opening. Be sure to identify the reporter and outlet you wish to pitch to.
Think carefully why you have chosen that media outlet and reporter and why your pitch is appropriate for that reporter. Remember to think about what is newsworthy.
.
A molecule of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is 2.31µm long. Th.docxJospehStull43
A molecule of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is
2.31
µ
m long. The ends of the molecule become singly ionized: negative on one end, positive on the other. The helical molecule acts like a spring and compresses
1.02
%
upon becoming charged, and remains in this equilibrium position. Determine the effective spring constant of the molecule.
.
A minimum of 5 pages of text, not including the title page, bibliogr.docxJospehStull43
A minimum of 5 pages of text, not including the title page, bibliography, appendices, or illustrations.
Include references.
Paper to include 4 sections (included in attachment) for a overview
Scholarly articles are those listed in the Social Science Index, Criminal Justice Periodical Index, Criminal Justice Abstracts, and Sociological Abstracts.
Research paper should follow APA format.
.
A mass-casualty incident (MCI) creates a uniquely challenging manage.docxJospehStull43
A mass-casualty incident (MCI) creates a uniquely challenging management and coordination quagmire. These events can occur as a result of natural disasters, such as a tsunami, earthquake, or hurricane; they can be a result of an accident, such as a ferry sinking during inclement weather; or they can result from an act of violence, such as a terrorist attack like the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing or the attacks of September 11, 2001. In any case, these attacks present a unique challenge to law enforcement, emergency response teams, and government oversight.
As you explore the different methods used to deal with MCIs, as well as the different governmental agencies that may be involved, consider the following:
Assignment Guidelines
In 6-7 paragraphs, address the following:
What federal and state agencies are required to deal with an MCI resulting from a terrorist attack? Why?
How do you distinguish between federal and state authorities for both operational and management functions? Explain.
How do you ensure a fusion of effort between federal and state authorities? Explain.
MCIs resulting from terrorist attacks are considered the purview of law enforcement. This creates a challenge during multijurisdictional MCIs. During MCIs resulting from domestic terrorism, such as the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing, what law enforcement agency should have primary jurisdiction? Why?
How should federal law enforcement engage state and local law enforcement for support? Why?
Treating long-term physical and mental health effects following any MCI can prove costly to state governments. How should the federal government work with states to ensure that proper medical and mental health is provided? Explain.
What federal and state organizations should be responsible for these efforts? Why?
.
A hot t, tropical grassland with scattered trees is aSavannaTun.docxJospehStull43
A hot t, tropical grassland with scattered trees is a:
Savanna
Tundra
Boreal forest
Desert
Permafrost is a defining characteristic of which biome?:
Steppe
Desert
Taiga
Tundra
The dominant plant type in temperate forest is:
Forbs
Coniferous trees
Deciduous trees
Succulents
The chaparral biome can be found in:
California
Australia
All answers are correct
The Mediterranean
Trees in the Boreal forest are adapted to conserve:
Carbon
Phosphorus
Nitrogen
Magnesium
What is an endemic species?
A species native to only one area
A species dying from an unknown disease
A robust group of organisms that dominate an ecosystem
A broad group of pollinating insects
Which of the following is a driver of species creation?
Climatic stability
All answers are drivers
Temporal stability
Habitat heterogeneity
Pollinator ecosystem services are provided by which organism?
Birds
All are pollinators
Bees
Bat
Why have scientists, farmers and politicians stored the world’s seed heritage on a remote island in the Arctic?
Consistent temperatures and humidity for seed survival.
If the facility’s climate control fails, the seeds will only freeze.
All of these answers are correct.
Polar bears and remoteness are great deterrents for terrorists.
Scientists consider which of the following an important aspect of “biodiversity”?
Ecosystems
Genes
Species
All are important
What percentage of the timber imported by the United States is potentially illegally harvested?
75%
50%
1%
10%
What is the present day extinction rate?
About 10 times faster than the background rate
About 100 times faster than the background rate
About equal to the background rate
About 1000 times faster than the background rate
What percentage of river lengths in the United States have been modified through damming and bank modification?
50%
20%
90%
10%
Which of the following statements is TRUE about extinction?
Extinction occurs when speciation rates increase dramatically
The only large extinction event was 65 million years ago when the dinosaurs were killed.
Extinction of more than half of the existing species on the planet has occurred roughly five times
Plants, but not animals, have been known to recover from extinction
Which of the following threats has had a large impact on biodiversity?
Overharvesting
All three are correct
Exotic species
Habitat loss
When an invasive species is introduced, what is the potential consequence of that introduction?
Increased predation on some native species
All of the listed consequences can occur
Extinction of economically important species
Reduced predation on some native species
The relationship between the populations of wild lynx and snowshoe hare is an example of what ecological interaction?
Birth rates dynamics
Nutrient cycling
Territorial dominance
Predator-prey interactions
Energy is _________ as you move up the trophic levels.
Lost
Gained
Created
Conserved
Where one species benefits from prolonged interaction with another species, while the.
A good interviewer uses interview methodologies and techniques that .docxJospehStull43
A good interviewer uses interview methodologies and techniques that not only help him or her build rapport with the interviewee but also drive the interview in a favorable direction. This assignment tests your understanding of various interview methodologies. It also focuses on the components of statement analysis—an important skill that helps detect deceit in an interviewee's statements.
Tasks:
Using the Argosy University online library resources, prepare a 4- to 5-slide, APA-formatted Microsoft PowerPoint presentation that includes responses to Part 1 and Part 2.
Part 1
Use scholarly sources to compare any two of the following interviewing methodologies:
Structural interviews
Inferential interviews
Behavioral interviews
Cognitive interviews
Clearly define each methodology chosen and examine in what situations it may be appropriate.
Part 2
Explore the components of statement analysis—a complex skill that can help you determine the level of deception in a witness's or a suspect's statement. Identifying deception leads one to dig deeper, investigate further, and ask more, often difficult, direct questions.
Instructions
Consider the following example of a statement and its component:
Statement
Statement Component
"Decided to go for a walk. Got out there. Umm . . . stood for a few moments and received a page from home. Something was going on at home. Let's go back and make a phone call and see what's going on.
Parts of speech, specifically missing pronouns
Analyze the following statements and identify as many applicable components of statement analysis as you can attribute to the deception:
"Got approached by a gentleman asking for money. When I addressed him, I was struck in the rear and knocked to the ground. Struggled with him. There was a shot that went off. Struggled with him, and there was another shot that went off. That was the shot that hit me."
"On July 4, 2011, at about 4:00 p.m., came home from work and took a shower. Was getting ready to head out to some friends' barbeque and party. My friends Jerry and Paul were having some people over for the Fourth of July. Sat down for a few minutes to watch television and relax. Had two beers until about 5:30 p.m.
"Put my feet up on the table when the doorbell rang. It was an ex-girlfriend, Sally. She sat down with me for a few minutes. They wanted to tell me about their new boyfriend. I wasn't so happy about it; I didn't really want to break up with her. I watched the race and argued some, and she left, at six or so.
"At about 7:00 p.m. drove to my friends' place. They live in the country and it took me an hour to get there, arrived at eight or so. When we got to the party, there were about ten or twelve people there; they were pretty wasted already, and they were drinking most of the day. Sat down outside and had a few shots and several beers. It was hot, so I went inside, and I watched television to cool off. Drank about two more beers and talked with two girls that were friends of Jerry; th.
A major MNE has incredible knowledge resources but they often underu.docxJospehStull43
A major MNE has incredible knowledge resources but they often underutilized. The Reason: often the knowledge that is needed within one part of the organization exists within that organization but normally there is no system by which those who need info can identiy and obtain that info from those who have it.
Write a paper on moving a corporate headquarter overseas.
ADDRESS THE FOLLOWING IN THE PAPER
What are the drawbacks and benefits associated with moving a business unit and corporate HQ to another country?
If you were a CEO or a business unit head, under what conditions would you consider moving HQ?
If you were a government official in th MNE's home country, what can you do to discourage such moves of multinational HQ out of the country?
The requirements below must be met:
Write between 750 - 1250 words (approx 3 - 5 pages) using Microsoft Word in APA Style.
Include cover and reference pages
Use at least three references
Cite all reference material (data, dates, graphs, quotes, paraphrased words, values, etc) in the paper.
References must come from sources such as, CNN, online newspapers such as, The Wall Street Journal, govt websites, etc. Sources such as Wikis, Yahoo Answers, eHow, blogs, etc are not acceptable.
.
A lack of awareness of cultural differences or the assumption by one.docxJospehStull43
A lack of awareness of cultural differences or the assumption by one cultural group that another is inferior often results in painful personal and social encounters. Apply this
thesis
to discuss how this lack of awareness affects the relationships of the characters in Glaspell's
Trifles
. Be sure to quote, cite, and reference from the text using appropriate APA format. Your post must be at least 250 words
.
A fundamental tenet of the federal personnel system is merit-based d.docxJospehStull43
A fundamental tenet of the federal personnel system is merit-based decision making. The civil service system was put into place to institutionalize this practice. Opponents of the merit-based model argue that the practice has gone too far (leading to a bureaucracy that is unresponsive) and the public sector should adopt a private sector model. Do you agree?
DUE tonight.
.
A little monkey had 75 bananas,Each day, he kept a fraction of his.docxJospehStull43
A little monkey had 75 bananas,
Each day, he kept a fraction of his bananas, gave the rest away, and then ate one. There are the fractions he decided to keep:
1/2, 1/4, 3/4, 3/5, 5/6, 11/15
In which order did he use the fractions so that he was left with with just one banana at the end?
Please make your thinking clear by showing and explaning all work.
.
A five pages term paper about Bessie Smith.The term paper must.docxJospehStull43
A five pages term paper about Bessie Smith.
The term paper must be typed, double-spaced; 1-inch margins, 12-point Times New Roman Font, and five pages in length, including bibliography. The paper must include reference to at least three varied outside sources whose information is integrated into the writing. The subject of the term paper can be on anything you learned about in class that you would like to research further. It could be an artist, a record label, an era, or an instrument with the artists that brought it to prominence. Basically anything that deals with jazz as the central subject.
.
a description of the cognitive ability you selected and how it is st.docxJospehStull43
a description of the cognitive ability you selected and how it is stereotyped by gender and influenced by culture. Then explain the importance and use of this cognitive ability in the world (education, industry or business, home life, etc.); and how the stereotyping of it affects individuals and society as a whole.
.
a description of two ways in which the Walden University’s IRB ethic.docxJospehStull43
a description of two ways in which the Walden University’s IRB ethical guidelines may impact the selection of a research population, research setting, and/or research design as you develop your ideas for your prospectus. Be specific, explaining how the guidelines apply to your study, not just research in general.
Readings
Creswell, J. W. (2014).
Research design: Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches
(4th ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.
Chapter 4, “Writing Strategies and Ethical Considerations (pp. 77-103)
Perlmutter, D. D., & Porter, L. (2005, December 12). Thinking beyond the dissertation.
The
Chronicle of Higher Education
. Retrieved from the Walden Library databases
Walden University. (2014). Office of research integrity and compliance: Institutional review board for ethical standards in research. Retrieved from
http://academicguides.waldenu.edu/researchcenter/orec
Walden University. (2015). Online writing center:
APA style
. Retrieved from
http://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/apa
Media
Walden University (Producer). (2010).
Institutional Review Board (IRB) frequently asked questions
. [Online tutorial]. Retrieved from
http://academicguides.waldenu.edu/researchcenter/orec
.
a description of a time when you were influenced by a reciprocity, s.docxJospehStull43
a description of a time when you were influenced by a reciprocity, social validation, commitment, or scarcity strategy. Describe the steps in the strategy that were used and explain the psychological process by which the strategy influenced your attitudes and/or behavior. Determine if it was informational or normative social influence. Finally, explain what you could have done to avoid being influenced by the strategy.
.
A comparison of the different kinds of unified communication platfor.docxJospehStull43
A comparison of the different kinds of unified communication platforms, their features and functionality, based on the five criteria.
The five criteria are not a predetermined set of criteria.
The five criteria are part of an individual assignment and therefore are an individual responsibility
.
APA
formatted paper: Some of the basic expectations include 1-inch margins, consistent font for Titles and body of paper, and double spacing.
Title Page (1 page)
Body (2 - 3 pages)
Reference Page (1 page)
.
a comparison (similarities and differences) between the executive’s .docxJospehStull43
This document discusses comparing an executive's disorder to Connie's disorder, noting their similarities and differences. It also examines the factors that could make differentiating and diagnosing the disorders difficult. Finally, it considers potential treatment recommendations a forensic psychologist might give if evaluating either individual.
2. leaders of these teams will not choose their members. Instead,
employees will be asked to choose between
managers Natalie North and Edgar East.
Natalie North takes the floor first. She explains that in her last
position, her team excelled. She says
she has a proven track record, and she has slides to prove it.
She explains how her leadership has
led to higher earnings in past positions. She has consistently
brought her projects in under budget.
She is clearly the most capable leader, she explains, and it is
likely team members working with her
will see their careers boosted by proximity to her success.
When it is Edgar East’s turn, he greets the assembled meeting-
goers and thanks them for their
attention. He explains that he has a sister who was born
paraplegic. The prosthetic design that the
company is advancing is of personal significance to him,
because he has seen what his sister went
through for years without the full use of her limbs. The
prosthetic project is one that will not just help
Mr. East’s sister, but will help countless other people afflicted
with similar problems. This is very
exciting for Mr. East, and he looks forward to the day he can
tell his sister that his work has
produced meaningful advances for her and others like her.
As he is speaking, Mr. East looks up at the clock. He asks the
attendees if they have any questions.
The length of Ms. North’s presentation has left the meeting-
goers pressed for time, but Mr. East
does not mention this. Instead, he thanks Ms. North for being so
thorough, and explains that he
would be happy to work on Ms. North's team if he was not
4. this. Edgar East made four moves while
presenting his case to the meeting that Natalie North did not.
These four are the supporting factors of
effective communication.
Edgar East:
1. Established a personal connection with his audience by
explaining why the project was so dear to
him, in a way that was relatable to anyone with family members
2. Demonstrated flexibility in his presentation, adjusting it to
avoid boring his audience or taking up
too much time
3. Handled his personal fears to give such a candid talk about
his personal values
4. Eliminated blame, focusing on positivity and benefit to the
organization
Establishing a Personal Connection
When Edgar East explained to you that he wanted to help his
sister, and that the project was of personal
significance to him, he immediately humanized his message. It
was authentic. It spoke to you and engaged
you because it was present.
Being present helps you connect to others. Colleagues,
subordinates, and superiors respond best to us
when we show we are focused and attentive. If, instead, we are
somewhere else, focused on something
other than the person in front of us, we appear inauthentic. We,
6. JWI 505 – Lecture Notes (1194) Page 3 of 7
business leader – an effective business communicator – cannot
afford to make their audience, be it one
person or an entire room of people, feel they are not completely
focused on them. Director Woody Allen
once said that 90% of success is showing up. In reality, success
is much more about how we act, how we
engage, and how present we are when we do show up. It is our
presence that brings us success.
When you engage with others, when you show that you are
curious about what they think, that you value
their contributions and that you are actively listening to them,
you are establishing a personal connection.
This demonstrates interest and trust. It also indirectly
demonstrates truth and integrity; people are much
more likely to perceive you as honest when you show an interest
in them. Nothing resonates with other
people so much as showing interest in them and listening to
them when they communicate with us.
Connecting with Groups
When you are delivering a monologue, connections aren’t as
easy to build. How do you establish a personal
connection with an entire group of people at once? It is much
harder than in direct interpersonal
communication. You cannot look your entire audience in the eye
individually, nor can you listen to them
individually. You can read their collective body language, but
7. multiple people will react differently to the
same speech.
Connecting with a group, therefore, means you must make a
connection through your words and your
demeanor. You must demonstrate authenticity and exemplify
truth, trust, and integrity in your speech – and
how your actions support your speech.
Reverend Martin Luther King, Jr., in his famous I Have a Dream
speech, established that personal
connection. It’s rare, and difficult to do, but it does happen. The
I Have a Dream speech establishes that
connection because it speaks to an almost universal human
longing for equality and freedom, in which
people are judged on their merits.
The most important part of connecting with a group is
humanizing yourself. Your audience must see you as
a person. They must be able to relate to that person. What
Reverend King did with the universal longing for
peace and equality, Edgar East did by explaining his
relationship with his sister and his desire to help her.
These are emotions – human emotions we all share – to which
the audience can immediately relate. And
the act of sharing your inner dreams and longings with an
audience also helps them to trust you because the
vulnerability you show in sharing something of yourself is taken
as a sign of forthright sincerity and respect.
You are essentially building a personal relationship with the
entire audience.
Forming personal relationships helps you develop and grow
valuable relationships. Jack talked about the
need to get every brain in the game. He told a story of an
employee who said to him, earlier in his career,
9. listen to this resource – failure to build
collaborative relationships with your coworkers – is not the
mark of an effective business leader. Instead, it
flags an executive as arrogant, insecure, or afraid of being seen
as someone other than the boss, rather
than someone who wants to further the organization’s goals.
Connecting with groups of employees as a business leader
brings more perspectives, a greater set of
collaborative possibilities, and more right answers to the table.
This is something every organization wants.
Flexibility
Being present may require us to be flexible. Circumstances may
change in ways we have not anticipated.
Speaking from a prepared script is not always possible when
that happens. Operating from a preconceived
game plan might likewise be inadvisable when situations are
fluid.
Have you ever watched a presentation – or given one yourself –
in which you could sense that the audience
was already sold, but the presenter insisted on plowing through
the rest of their prepared presentation
anyway? This is called selling past the close. Sometimes, it’s
better to disregard your game plan if you
sense, in the moment, that you’ve already accomplished your
goal. In the context of a public speaking
engagement, if your goal is to persuade a group and you’ve
already done so, selling past the close risks
boring them or alienating them. “Always leave them wanting
more” is good advice. Never saturate your
audience with more you than they want, or they’ll express their
11. Interestingly, another very significant factor that detracts from
our ability to be authentic and present is our
own fears, which undermine those efforts.
Handling Your Fears
Fear is what bubbles up when we are not comfortable. When we
feel vulnerable, when we are not confident
in our abilities, we are afraid. This happens often in our work if
we are pushing ourselves to do new and
important tasks, or where there is a lot at stake. We rightly fear
the consequences of a mistake.
A little discomfort – a measured amount of fear – keeps us on
our toes. It keeps us present and nicely
anticipatory, if we permit it and work with it.
Too much fear, however, can paralyze us. Too much fear, with
too much judgment involved, can make us
unable to seize opportunities or even identify them. If we
freeze, if we concede to the fight or flight reflex, we
lose the ability to be present. This is the equivalent of walking
out to a podium in front of an auditorium full of
guests – and bolting from the stage, running out of the building,
and hiding in the car.
A big part of conquering your fears is learning to eliminate
blame from your thinking.
Blame Your Inner Critic
13. in part, without the expressed written permission of Strayer
University.
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Recognizing our inner critic and knowing what triggers it helps
us to suppress it. We don’t want to eliminate
it entirely; some amount of doubt is necessary for proper
decision-making because, with no self-doubt at all,
you would quickly become arrogant and overconfident. What we
can do, however, is note when it appears
and then replace it with more productive thoughts.
That brings us back to blame directed at other people.
Eliminating Blame
Blaming others is not productive. It doesn’t just limit you. It
puts your assessments of others’ limits, which
are often arbitrary, on the people who might be best positioned
to help you solve your problems. Blame,
therefore, hinders effective business communication.
When we blame others, we adopt a victim mindset. This makes
us feel less in control of our actions, which,
in turn, makes us less present and less able to take the necessary
measures to improve our position. It
effectively shuts down our belief that we can make a difference.
14. Even when we don’t place blame on others verbally, we may
indicate it non-verbally. A CEO who glares at
the IT manager when the network crashes is sending a message
that they lack confidence in the IT
manager’s ability to do their job. They are also almost certainly
placing blame where it does no productive
good. An effective business leader might instead engage with
the IT manager, ask them what resources
they need to fix the problem, and express confidence in the IT
manager’s ability to get the work done. This
inspires the business leader’s colleagues and empowers those
working for them.
Refusing to place blame, and instead focusing on productive
solutions, builds better business relationships
and makes us more effective leaders. Would you rather be right
or effective? The less you blame, the more
possibilities and options you have. Dismissing others by
blaming them typically removes any input or
assistance they might otherwise offer. When we refuse to blame
others and instead empower them to help
us, we open the door to a win-win scenario.
Effective Business Leaders Connect with Others
When we support and respect others, when we establish a
personal connection with them and refuse to
blame them, we build more powerful relationships. This
supports the values of truth, trust, and integrity
because it shows that we expect the best, while coaching and
supporting, not blaming and demeaning.