Essays on Professional Life

Introduction to Entrepreneurship

Introduction to Entrepreneurship

Introduction

The term ‘entrepreneurship’ became very popular in the 21st century when people recognized the importance of introducing major changes in the world. Today, many people abandon their career as an employee and start entrepreneurial ventures with intent to earn unlimited income and to meet their self-actualization needs. Considering the scope of entrepreneurship in supporting a country’s economic growth, governments worldwide are willing to finance potential entrepreneurial start-ups today. This paper will critically explore the scope of entrepreneurship, giving particular emphasis to the operations of small business houses.

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It's not easy to maintain a balance between one's personal and professional lives. In reading the Case of the Holiday at the German advertising firm located in the United States, this becomes more evident than ever since their customers' deadlines are the most important parameter by which employees are evaluated. Of course, we all have to earn a living and sometimes, at the beginning of our careers, working 50 hours a week isn't uncommon. What does seem rather strange is the employee turnover that is rather high and which, in turn, suggests burnout. This is clearly not good for ...

In this paper, I will critically review what I studied in this module and comment on different learning experiences I had. This critical reflection of my learning experiences can assist me to identify the learning experience(s) that will have great influence on my future as well. I will also try to figure out how my preconceptions, thoughts, and expectations about operations and logistics management were changed during this module. I strongly believe that individual assignments and shared activities in this module changed my preconceptions, thoughts, and expectations about operations and logistics management notably. Previously, I was not much ...

Abstract

This paper assesses the relationship between personal values that individuals possess and the professional code of ethics of their respective careers. A case scenario of a neuropsychologist misinterpreting the results of an assessment battery leading to inaccurate diagnosis and denial of disability is used to bring out this relationship. Through the analysis of the standards of the psychological code of conduct, the paper tries to show how personal values and professional code of conduct affect the decision making process. Some of the standards that have been covered include bases for assessment Section (9.01), interpreting of results section (9.06), and ...

Personal Growth Assessment

Introduction In various stages of my life, I have learned that growing up and embracing the challenges that come along is a prerequisite for anyone who desires a successful life. I have brought this mentality to succeed in the study of a degree in finance, which I will need to learn the skills needed to be a competitive financial and analyst in the future. Over the three years, I have been undertaking this course, I have learned a great deal of knowledge in financial analysis, accounting as well as risk assessment which I hope to apply in the near ...

The role of the nurse in the contemporary healthcare setting is wide and it transcends beyond the traditional concept of the roles and scope of work for a nurse. Patient needs have diversified in the same way as populations volumes and numbers seeking care have increased. The healthcare system is demanding more from the nurses and it is apparent that nurses have to adapt to these needs if at all they have to assure the patient population of positive outcomes (Fennimore & Wolf, 2011). For nurse managers, the role is even wider. Not only do they have to work closely ...

Abstract

The development of an individual involves changes that are both physical and psychological. People encounter numerous challenges as a result of life dynamisms, which make it necessary to seek the assistance of professionals to help them in dealing with life issues. Both the physical and psychological changes that occur throughout the life of an individual are often referred to as transitions. Life transitions can be challenging, and they are usually accompanied by psychological and physical downturns. As such, life coaching becomes an essential part of human development. Different people do not have the same life encounters. Therefore, their transitions ...

Leadership has numerous definitions and dimensions, but I largely view it as the ability of someone to influence other people to willfully and passionately to follow a certain course and achieve some specific objectives. There are several lessons in leadership that can influence me to become a better leader in my professional life. I learned that leaders are not born, but we do make them. To become a good leader, people need to improve themselves and become the best by increasing their ability to be the “best self” (George and Sims, 2010). In this regard, I looked at myself ...

A. Select a leader who you feel has exhibited exemplary ethical conduct and do the following:

1. Discuss at least two ethical traits that the leader demonstrated. A good example of an individual that exhibited ethical leadership is Sallie Krawcheck. Krawcheck is the current CEO and Co-Founder of Ellevest, and Chair of the Ellevate Network. Her previous employment include head of Bank of America’s investment banking division, CEO of Merrill Lynch’s wealth management division, and CEO of the Wall Street research company Sanford C. Bernstein & Co.. In an industry wherein fraud and dishonesty are rampant, Sallie Krawcheck’s ethical leadership was exemplary. As observed by Fortune Magazine columnists, the quest for an honest ...

Increasing Trend of Facebook in Organizations

Introduction The paper provides a brief discussion of the increasing trend of Facebook in organizations. The problem relates to the behavior of young adults towards the use of social websites. The paper considers the problem at first instance and presents relevant studies as evidence for the study. The discussion section contains relevant details with a description of theories presented in a theoretical framework. Also, the summary or conclusion is provided at the end of the paper to clarify the entire study to the reader.

Background

The workforce in an organization is using social media as a new platform for the ...

Book Review: Produced By Faith

Book Review: Produced By Faith The book Produced by Faith authored by Devon Franklin (2011) is a non-fiction motivational and a career guide book primarily written for the Christian audience of all ages. The author’s primary goal is to provide guiding principles for devoted Christian, striving to make significant life achievements for themselves without compromising their Christian beliefs. The title suggests that religious faith is a fundamental ingredient needed to realize meaningful career success. Although the author uses liberal Biblical references, the book is extensively limited to a Christian audience. It is written from the point of view ...

Adult learners are older individuals having different socio-cultural and educational backgrounds along with diverse experiences and family responsibilities. Mostly, adult learners do not continue their education in a regular school after completing their high school; instead, they return to school after acquiring work experience for some years. In other words, their necessity to enroll in a study program is driven by their need to remain competitive and a desire to develop their career. Adult learners usually continue their higher education through part-time programs while continuing to work and take care of their families. More often, adult learners take up ...

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An interview of five students was conducted for qualitative data. A set of structured interview question was used to gather information for the qualitative data. For quantitative data, a news article named “Sydney Swans' Adam Goodes celebrates goal with Indigenous war dance, ruffles feathers” was selected.Step 2

For Qualitative Data

The data for the qualitative research was gathered through a semi- structured interview. The interview of four students was conducted. A group of four students was a part of this study, and each student was asked some questions that were same because of their importance towards the study while other questions ...

The evaluation of you is a challenging process that requires profound preparation for. It is an important stage in the life of every person, whether he or she wants to find a new job or improve the existing career. Self-evaluation is always subjective as it is mostly you who make any commentaries about your personality. However, self-evaluation is not only a necessary step in the improvement of one’s career prospects, it is a vital process for understanding who you are and what are your aspirations in life. Self-evaluation process is rather effective as a part of the studying ...

Business Internship Report

Business Internship Report

I come about the Bank of China internship opportunity through the company website. It offers a three months and six months internship in various departments at least two times a year. The application for the internship was online, giving my details and credentials to the career application form on the website. The response for the internship was three days later. I received, and email confirmation that my application was received, and they would like to do an interview the following week on Monday from 9.30 am. Five members of staff did the interview. I introduced myself, ...

Personal Ethics

There is absolutely no doubt for me that any contemporary society requires ethical values to be observed by everyone. These values are necessary because they would serve to regulate the relationship between people and set some particular rules of accepted behavior. Besides, basic universal values are already spread all over the world. Living in a society we are all interdependent. If I can rely on people around me, I am able to move forward without any feeling of fear or suspicion. Moreover, I am able to learn from these people how to be consistent, I learn what it means ...

Term paper

Four Seasons: The story of a business philosophy was written in 2009 by Isadore Sharp, an architect by profession who decided to venture into the hospitality business. In this book, he details the history and philosophy of the company he founded known as Four Seasons. The first Four Seasons hotel was built in Toronto, Canada in 1961 and had 125 rooms.

Four seasons style of leadership is different from other hospitality businesses because it’s more people oriented. This type of leadership requires that leaders treat all employees with no favoritism but rather in a friendly and kind manner ...

Everyone desires to be unique in their own way, most people especially students possess an occupational wish immediately they join the early stages of education. Some would like to be identified with certain jobs, hobbies, affiliating groups or even movies. This paper majorly illustrates my interested job as the icon of my choice; the icons have been selected from the medical field in relation to the eye. Each of the icon is referring to an eye specialist hence the theme is common. Since I am interested in becoming an optometrist, I have decided to choose other two related jobs ...