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    Phenomenological Research

    I am looking for help in phenomenological research in order to gain a greater understanding of what it is, and how it is used in relation to the hospitality industry. The questions I have are these below: 1. What are the characteristics and methods of phenomenological research? 2. What are the limitations of phenomenolo

    Rewrting a business letter using the 3 steps of writing prcess

    Using the 3 steps of writing process revise this document in a business letter form. the 3 steps are planning (analyse the situation, gather information, and adapt the audience), writing ( organize the information, compose the message) and copleting the message (revise the message, produce the message and proofread the message

    Case Analysis

    Please help me create an analysis on my chosen case. I have the basic idea for an outline, but ask that you help me pull the specific information from my source, as I am dumbfounded as to where to start and how to organize it. Attached you will find the case analysis (in Adobe Reader format with the graphs and in Microsoft Word

    Self control theory - violent crime

    Q1. Critique the self control theory (by Gottfredson and Hirschi) from the standpoint of a social organizational theorist. Q2. Compare the perspective of social organization and social process as explanations of violent crime. What are the strengths and weaknesses of each theoretical perspective in explaining violence?

    Business Plans

    Chad Frank and Kyle Carson, both in their 20s, worked for one of the largest package delivery services in the world, but their jobs on the package-sorting line were just that?jobs. Chad and Kyle wanted more from their work than their current jobs could offer. That's what led them to buy a local auto detailing business, Precision

    Facilitating Employees' Creative Fulfilment

    1. Morris states that the best work is "more likely to be done by those who love their working environment, whose workplace inspires their enthusiasm and even a measure of joy." (p. 74) Select a working environment with which you are familiar that does not live up to Morris's idea and comment on how well the work is done ther

    Optimal organizational structure for international company

    Background: You have achieved great success at Physical Movement Company (PM Co.) as their Sales Manager. PM Company is a three year old, US$25 million home healthcare company, headquartered in the northeastern part of the United States. The firm creates and sells wheelchairs, walkers or other types of "mobility products" tha

    Corporation and LLC, franchising

    What are the differences between a traditional corporation and an LLC? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each? What is a franchise? How is it formed, and how does it operate? What are the advantages and disadvantages of franchising.

    Ralph Emerson is planning to open a small tobacco, pipe and cigar shop business. However, he is having a hard time deciding on whether he is going to manage the business on his own or have it through a franchising agreement. Give the advantages and disadvantages of a franchising agreement so that Ralph Emerson to help him decide on the way to manage his tobacco business.

    Ralph Emerson thought he'd been a librarian long enough, and when the opportunity to open a small tobacco, pipe, and cigar shop in the newly renovated downtown business district arose, he was ready to act. Pipe Dreams is a franchisor of smoke shops, and was founded eight years ago by a noted tobacconist in New York City. The con

    Ralph Emerson is planning to open a small tobacco, pipe and cigar shop business. However, he is having a hard time deciding on whether he is going to manage the business on his own or have it through a franchising agreement. Give the advantages and disadvantages of a franchising agreement so that Ralph Emerson to help him decide on the way to manage his tobacco business.

    Ralph Emerson thought he'd been a librarian long enough, and when the opportunity to open a small tobacco, pipe, and cigar shop in the newly renovated downtown business district arose, he was ready to act. Pipe Dreams is a franchisor of smoke shops, and was founded eight years ago by a noted tobacconist in New York City. The con

    Entrepreneurship-The Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship

    You just received an email from your high school friend, Bill. You went to college, and then business school, while Bill stayed in your home town. Despite the differences in your paths, you are still very good friends. He's considering a life-changing opportunity and needs your help. Bill Hudson was a real craftsman when it c

    What has made Southwest Airlines so successful

    ?What are Southwest Airlines Key Success Factors? ?What organizational behavior concepts have they used to make them so successful. ?How has Southwest Airlines used these organizational behavior strategies to become successful: Decision Making Motivation Group Behavior Communication Power and Politics Organizational S

    The Home Depot

    One of the major changes that might be expected to impact Home Depot industry and operating environments in the next 10 years, is the rapid expansion that is occurring in house sales and new house buildings in the United States. This boom in house constructions and sales will definitely continue for the coming years since intere

    Global Strategic Management and Business Policy

    Read "The Wallace Group," Case 2 (see attachment) After review, write a 2 to 3 page response to the following questions: 1. What is the most important problem facing the Wallace Group? 2. What recommendation(s) would you make to Mr. Wallace, and in what order of priorities? 3. How do you educate a manager to manage an

    Project Management: Improving Aspects of Behavior

    Please answer the following two questions: Scenario. A. You have been brought in on a project as the manager, the previous project manger left. The project is behind schedule and over budget and key members have quit in discust----the morale of the remaining team is low, they fear they will half to do the extra work without

    Fiduciary Duties

    What are the fiduciary duties of corporation directors, officers, and shareholders?

    Debt versus Equity financing

    What are the advantages of debt financing over equity financing? Of equity financing over debt financing? Please provide scholarly (for example recent journals, website, and academic text) references.

    Entrepreneurship

    What is market space and how it represents an opportunity for entrepreneurs? Why is entrepreneurship important to our economy?

    Academic approach to Supply Chain Management

    How does effective supply chain management relate to competitive advantage? What are some ways that firms can use to exploit this advantage where possible? Please explain. Please give a few examples with the explanation---thanks

    Business Marketing

    Please provide answers to the following three questions: 1. Put on your customer hat. Identify a well-known company that we all recognize and suggest one grand strategy that you believe would be practical for the company and would support your interest as a customer. Describe the specific characteristics of that grand strateg

    Role and Functions of Law Paper

    I need help getting started with a 1,050 word paper (Contemporary Business Law 1) Define the functions and role of law in business and society

    An entrepreneur is considering whether to open a new computer store...

    Situation An entrepreneur is considering whether to open a new computer store. He wants to proceed cautiously since the market potential for another computer store is uncertain. His options are: ? Open a small store now ? Open a large store now ? Drop the idea now ? Have a market potential survey conducted for $5000.

    Total Quality (TQ) Control

    Why is it necessary that all levels of employees have problem solving skills? What are the causes and affects of poor quality? What steps would an organization take to implement a TQ process? What is the difference between reorganizing and reengineering?

    Research and Development and Innovation

    Read the 3M: Profile of an Innovating Company case and prepare a 750 word memo that discusses your recommendations for returning 3M to 20% return on equity and improved ROCE (Return on Capital Employed). In doing so, make sure to include the following: a. A brief description of the situation b. Your recommended approach c. A

    Organizational Change - Diagnosis of the Problems at CF&F

    Use the Analysis model for diagnosis and explain what diagnostic tools, such as surveys and focus groups, would be appropriate for these problem, and why. Diagnosis of the Problems at CF&F: - Large turnover of upper management - Middle management person hired from other companies - Incorporated a few engineers recently

    Organizational Change: Custom Food and Feed Corporation

    Case Scenario: Custom Food and Feed Corporation (CF&F)is a major manufacturer and marketer of food and animal feed ingredients. Over the past 10 years, there have been several major investigations and allegations of company mismanagement. In question is CF&F's compliance with federal and state regulatory regulations (safety,

    Change Management Models

    Discuss three different diagnostic models in relation to the Tech Division. Discuss the important aspects of each model, including the strengths and weakness of each. Explain and defend which model would be the best one for the CF&F Team to support them through their stages of change. Some of the models we are going to look