Case Study Analysis: Why Dine Equity’s CEO Julia A Stewart Manages Like a Teacher? Summary: Julia Stewart is an extremely successful businesswoman who brought in the techniques that her father used in teaching his US history class into the world of restaurant management. Julia takes her skeptical father to several Taco Bell restaurants to show him how she has been using techniques learnt from watching him. She identifies the importance of crediting employees for their work and thereby increasing
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parts of organizations were more likely to formally develop subordinates’ strategic thinking ability. Research limitations/implications – While the study used a convenience sample with self-ratings‚ it identified salient leadership practices for encouraging strategic thinking. This research should be expanded to other industries and countries. Case study methods would provide additional insight. Practical implications – The findings support enhanced practitioner education regarding strategic thinking
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THE ROLE OF SMALL SCALE INDUSTRY IN NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA Ayozie Daniel Ogechukwu‚ Delta State University‚ Abraka‚ Delta State‚ Nigeria‚ The Federal Polytechnic‚ Ogun State‚ Nigeria Abstract A business whether small or big‚ simple of complex‚ private or public is created to provide competitive prices. Business in Nigeria has been classified as small‚ medium and large. In both the developed and developing countries‚ the government is turning to small and medium scale industries‚ as a means
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high product mix‚ which explains why extensive utilization of lean is not reported in the journals for this industrial sector. Most of the reported applications and documentations are discussing lean in cases where there are a few families of high volume products and processes involved. The reports mainly fail to detail the ways waste is removed. The recommendations are far from applicable when thousands of parts in low quantity and several nonlinear processes are involved. Most papers‚ which refer
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Emotional intelligence Emotional intelligence (EI) refers to the ability to perceive‚ control and evaluate emotions. Some researchers suggest that emotional intelligence can be learned and strengthened‚ while others claim it is an inborn characteristic. Emotional intelligence (EQ) is the ability to identify‚ use‚ understand‚ and manage emotions in positive ways to relieve stress‚ communicate effectively‚ empathize with others‚ overcome challenges‚ and defuse conflict. Emotional intelligence impacts
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BUSS 5114 - People‚ Organisations and Leadership Study Period 1 2014 Assessment Task 2: Minor Case Study 2500 words (35% of total grade) Read the Buddy’s Snack Company case study below and answer all the following questions: 1. Consider the situation of Lynda‚ Michael and Kyle. Explain how each employee’s situation relates to Equity Theory. 2. Explain the motivation of these three employees in terms of the Expectancy Theory of motivation. 3. Explain how you would attempt to motivate each
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CASE STUDY IN STAFFING: CHRISTIAN CORPORATION Junelle P. Dequina Bachelor of Science in Accountancy‚ 2nd year Block A MGT 101: Principles of Management and Organization Wed- Thurs‚ 1:00 – 2:30 pm TABLE OF CONTENTS I. TIME CONTEXT……………………………………………………...…………pg.3 II. STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM……………………………………...…….pg.3 a. Problem……………………………………………………………………..….pg.3 i. sub problem………………………………………………………...…..pg.3 ii. sub problem………………………………………………………
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& Analyses Name Keeley Warren Note: Any qualitative variable with 3 or more groups must be selected and/or recoded into 2 groups Based from the Interpersonal Relationships Questionaire: Core variable Interpersonal Trust. (Based on a single scale score. Higher score represents a higher level of trust) Quantitative 2- groups 3+ groups 2-groups Variable #1 The type of family in which you were raised Quantitative 2- groups 3+ groups 2-groups Variable #2 Are you currently
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Artificial Intelligence Games and Agents Abstract: Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized information technology. The new economy of information technology has shaped the way we are living. The game industry is one of the major components of technology associated with human being. However‚ there is little understanding on the intelligent agents responsible for the development of games. The purpose of this study is to investigate the artificial intelligence games and intelligent agents
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CASE STUDY: THE GENERAL MANAGER I. TIME CONTEXT Acme Kemico‚ a small chemical outfit‚ was established in the early part of 1986. It was started as a single proprietorship selling paints and house sprays. The office set-up was composed of nine persons namely: a General Manager who was also the owner of the company; an Office Manager who served as the recruiting officer‚ accountant and overall supervisor; a lawyer who acted as the company’s legal counsel; five salaried salesmen who are directly under
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