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This assignment has 4 parts:

The Nominal Group Technique (NGT) is a common method of group decision making.  The group members will meet to discuss their ideas and all parts of the problem and possible solutions and then the voting is done privately.

  1. How can the NGT be a valuable tool for group decision making?
  2. What possible outcomes will result from using the NGT method? How do these outcomes differ from those that could occur if the members voted while all together?
  3. How can technology be integrated into the NGT to allow multi-site groups to work together?
  4. Describe how the NGT can aid in the organizational change process.

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REPLY 1

Nominal Group Technique (NGT) is a beneficial and valuable tool to use when you are dealing with a group of individuals to solve an issue and some of them are too vocal and others are shy or do not want to rock the boat by having an opposite opinion (ASQ, 2019).

A group devised discussion that leads to possible solutions that the employees put input into. There would be more conflict if everyone voted together especially if ties are created and deciding votes swing one way or the other opposite either opposing groups (Community Development, n.d.).

When incorporating technology into multiple site NGT you can have every site put input into the problem at hand to get a larger options pool. Having all the sites work on the issues will increase the adaptability to the decision made since all the employees had input into it. We use Skype at work for a lot of offsite meetings.

When using the employees past experience’s and using them to help solve the problem, you engage the employees into the change that needs to be made and this will make it easier to implement.

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Nominal Group Technique (NGT) is a structured method for group brainstorming that encourages contributions from all members through anonymity. As dynamic teams may be comprised of individuals from differing backgrounds, strengths, and weaknesses, it is crucial that all members can contribute equally. The benefit to NGT is that the tendency that social dynamics has to influence others is removed from the decision-making process ( Editorial Board , 2014).

The NGT method allows all participants to present their alternative ideas on an equal and flat format, allowing everyone to prioritize all suggested solutions and vote on them privately. Similar types of brainstorming sessions that are not conducted per the nominal group technique can influence others into not participating in the same way, or immediately siding with other’s ideas as an effect of social pressure. People that have introverted tendencies assume the position that the business will take care of itself as well as surrounding conditions without the need to speak for themselves. NGT forces participation without shocking the member out of their comfort zone into an open forum.

Technology can be utilized in the NGT in the form of questionnaires or surveys, most typically businesses will circulate a “rate your experience” type of survey to get anonymous feedback on how the employee feels the business is doing, how management is doing, and what the company can do better. Though the employees surveyed do not participate in voting for the change action, these answers are gathered and prioritized by upper management and HR to issue necessary change.

NGT aids in the organizational change process by allowing employees or members to say what they have to without fear of retaliation and gives the management the opportunity to address concerns accordingly, as previously stated the “[feedback can be] prioritized by upper management and HR to issue necessary change” and change that requires overall restructuring is issued as organizational change or change management and will involve all of the appropriate steps including employee involvement which may take the form of future NGT sessions.

Editorial Board (2014). Organizational Behavior. Schaumburg, IL: Words of Wisdom, LLC. Retrieved January 8, 2018 from https://ebooksbvd.my-education-connection.com/read/9781943926268/9781943926268_1_xhtml

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Assignment Details

This DB has three parts.

  1. Describe the four key elements of a good performance appraisal.
  2. Many factors can lead to a company failing.  Discuss the external conditions that can occur that would hinder the success of a company.
  3. Discuss your understanding of the POWER SWOT.  How can this method increase the effectiveness of a strategic plan?

REPLY 3

 

Part 1

In order for a performance appraisal to be considered good, it should be objective. Meaning that it should look at every angle and not just assume one position. This objectivity includes equal application to all involved, you should not single out an individual. The performance appraisal should have a process that is clearly defined, and procedures that are followed to reduce backlash. The performance appraisal system should be consistent, not fluctuating to favor certain people and make others look bad. It should be a forward thinking, developmental appraisal that allows employees to provide feedback on the process. A company should make every effort to have the performance appraisal done in order to advance, coach, or develop employee skills, knowledge, and behavior, (Skinner and Green, 2010).

Part 2

There are many reasons that a company can flail, and at some point, some of these factors could very well impact your company or the company you work for. There are several external (outside company control) factors that can have a negative impact on a business. The first being the economy in which the business is in, and the world’s economy if the company is large enough. If the economy is in a bad way, it is likely that the business will struggle. Finance is another big external factor that can have a damaging effect on a business. Most businesses rely on credit of one kind or another, and if interest rates a high then the cost of credit is high as well. This includes banks that may fail, while they may not have an immediate impact, they could have a long-term impact. Nobody controls the rain, sunshine, tornados, hurricanes, or let’s just say the weather. Weather at the wrong time can break a business, especially if the business is a tourist attraction or if it requires sunny weather. Changes in the infrastructure could also be very damaging to a business. If the zoning laws, or construction of a highway, or the development of housing moves too close to your business it could have a serious impact on the overall health of your company. When state, local, and federal laws change it could be difficult for a company to overcome it. A town near where I live changed their local law recently to say that anyone under the age of 21 could not buy cigarettes inside city limits. This had an impact on the businesses that sell cigarettes inside city limits, on the reverse side the places that sell them outside city limits have received extra revenue. Not following trends or changing with the time can result in a loss of customers for a business. People are busy and want easy to use quick technology to do their bidding. In this day and age no business should be started without utilizing an Instagram and Facebook account, and the company should develop a web page also. If they choose not to the company is looking at limited promotional resources and the lack of customer trust. A company should monitor the efforts in marketing to make sure they are appealing to the proper customer base. Should a company fallout of touch with the consumer or lose sight of who they want to purchase their product the company not only could lose money, but they could end up shutting down, (Ray, 2018).

Part 3

The POWER SWOT is a more defined way to get an in-depth view of your company and how your personal experience fits in and use it to your advantage. Not only that but it helps you come up with a more defined approach to constructing your SWOT analysis. This process also allows the marketer to organize the SWOT, giving each item in it a ranking from least to most important this helps the marketer decided which items are the most important and need to be listed first, (Marketing Teacher, n.d.).

Reference:

Marketing Teacher, (n.d.). SWOT Analysis-POWER SWOT. Retrieved from: http://www.marketingteacher.com/swot-analysis-power-swot/

Ray, Linda, (2018). Small Business Chronicle. Seven External Factors of Business. Retrieved from: https://smallbusiness.chron.com/seven-external-factors-business-21960.html

Skinner, Jennifer and Green, Ravonne, (2010). The Organization for the Advancement of Library Employees. Library Worklife. Making the Grade: The Elements of an Effective Performance Appraisal. Retrieved from: http://ala-apa.org/newsletter/2010/06/08/hr-practice/

REPLY 4

 

  1. Describe the four key elements of a good performance appraisal.
    • It serves to motivate employees toward company goals.-incentives
    • It is understandable
    • It is viewed, in some way, as related to compensation.
    • The system involves quantitative measurement of performance versus just subjective ratings.
  2. Many factors can lead to a company failing.  Discuss the external conditions that can occur that would hinder the success of a company.

I see the biggest thing that hinders company now is public perception. Media is everywhere now, whether it’s social, T.V. or on paper. Media can twist anything into something that fits their agenda. Another big factor that can hinder a business is the economy as a whole. If people don’t have money to spend then business can’t take in money. Natural disasters, stock market crashes and pretty much anything can effect a business.

  1. Discuss your understanding of the POWER SWOT.  How can this method increase the effectiveness of a strategic plan?

The power SWOT takes in account your personal experience when helping you find an approach that fits your needs. This allows you to take SWOT and organize items by rank from least to most important.

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Week 3 Discussion: Manifest Destiny and the Mexican War of 1846

Required Resources Read/review the Discussion 1 following resources for this activity:

· Textbook: Chapter 8 (section 8.3), 11

· Lesson

· Minimum of 1 scholarly source (in Discussion 1 addition to the textbook)

Initial Post Instructions For the initial post,  pick two (2) of the following historical events:

· The Lewis and Clark Expedition

· The Missouri Compromise

· Independence of Texas

· Mexican War of 1846-1848

· The California Gold Rush Discussion 1

Then, address the following for your selections:

· Which of your two selections do you consider most impactful on Westward Expansion during 1800-1848? Explain why.

· Analyze the effects of the ideology of Manifest Destiny on the two historical events that you chose from the list.

Follow-Up Posts Compare your selections and analysis of selections with those of your peers. If they chose different events, examine how yours are similar and/or different. If they chose the same events, build on their posts by providingDiscussion 1 additional information about the events that you have not already noted in your own post.

Writing Requirements

· Minimum of 2 posts (1 initial & 1 follow-up)

· APA format for in-text citations and list of references Discussion 1

 

Publication Date: 2014

APA Citation

OpenStax. (2019).  U.S. history. OpenStax CNX. Retrieved Discussion 1 from  https://cnx.org/contents/p7ovuIkl@6.18:gMXC1GEM@7/Introduction

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During this advanced health assessment course, remember the Vision is to become an advanced practice, certified nurse –  as a NE, NL, or NP,. Keep that goal in the forefront of your mind during this course. We will be looking deeper into health assessment, health promotion, and health prevention. Read the article Improving Healthcare by Embracing Systems Theory.Discussion 1

In your future advanced practice role, you will be managing integral processes in the health care system. Discussion 1

With an understanding of Systems Theory, describe how you will be able to impact an identified system problem in the health care system from your soon-to-be advanced practice registered nurse role.Discussion 1

References:  All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format. range of words 250-300Discussion 1

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During this advanced health assessment course, remember the Vision is to become an advanced practice, certified nurse –  as a NE, NL, or NP,. Keep that goal in the forefront of your mind during this course. We will be looking deeper into health assessment, health promotion, and health prevention. Read the article Improving Healthcare by Embracing Systems Theory.Discussion 1

In your future advanced practice role, you will be managing integral processes in the health care system. Discussion 1

With an understanding of Systems Theory, describe how you will be able to impact an identified system problem in the health care system from your soon-to-be advanced practice registered nurse role.Discussion 1

References:  All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and references must adhere to APA format. range of words 250-300Discussion 1

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Freedom from hunger is described as a human right. More specifically it was agreed, “The right to food is a human right inherent in all people, to have regular permanent and unrestricted access, either directly or by means of financial purchases, to have quantitatively and qualitatively adequate and sufficient food corresponding to the cultural traditions of people to which the consumer belongs, is one that ensures a physical and mental, individual and collective fulfilling and dignified life free of fear”. The signatory parties to this agreement concluded that the right to adequate food is linked to the inherent dignity of the human person. Furthermore, the right to adequate food is realized with every man, woman and child, alone or in community with others, having physical access at all times to adequate food or means for its procurement (Holtz, 2012).Discussion 1

In addition, a human rights framework was addressed by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which was adopted by the United Nations in 1948. According to this document, to fulfill the right to food is to not interfere with one’s ability to acquire food. To protect the right to food is to make sure that others do not interfere with the right to food. To fulfill the right to food, it is necessary to facilitate social and economic environments that foster human development and to provide food to people in an emergency or in circumstances when they are unable to provide for food by themselves (Holtz, 2012).Discussion 1

Today, not only are there problems from lack of quantity and quality of food to satisfy the dietary needs of individuals—that is, food that is both free from adverse substances and acceptable—but there are also worldwide issues with overnutrition (obesity). Overweight or obesity are prevalent global problems and increasing numbers from emerging or transition economy nations are now facing health challenges related to these issues similar to the problems encountered by the developed world. Overweight and obesity in both developed and developing nations are creating chronic health problems and costing these countries’ economies hundreds of millions of dollars. This is an even more extreme problem among individuals migrating from global areas where food is not available to developed countries where overeating is easy.Discussion 1

On the other side of this equation, according to Holtz (2012), WHO estimates that malnutrition is a contributing factor in at least 49% of the world’s total death burden. Half of all malnourished children and a large proportion of malnourished adult women reside in Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan, and in many other countries in Africa and middle Asia.

WHO’s Nutrition for Health Development Department established major goals. They include the elimination of the following:

  • Famine and related deaths
  • Starvation and nutritional deficiency diseases caused by natural and human-made disasters
  • Iodine and vitamin A deficiency
  • Starvation and widespread hunger
  • Undernutrition, especially in women, children, and the agedDiscussion 1
  • Micronutrient deficiencies, such as iron deficiency
  • Diet-related communicable and noncommunicable diseases
  • Barriers to breastfeeding
  • Poor sanitation, hygiene, and unclean drinking water

Reference

Holtz, C. (2012). Global Health Care (2nd Edition). Jones & Bartlett Learning. https://bookshelf.vitalsource.com/books/9781284035308Discussion 1

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omparing the Manifestations of HIV/AIDS (US vs South Africa)

In the United States specifically where we are resource rich, the stigma of having HIV has changed and manifested greatly over the years. Initially we blamed, stigmatized, and ostracized the entire at the time most referred to the group as the homosexual or gay community. People associated and attributed anything that had to do with the spread of the disease with them, with the small exceptions of other risky sexual practices and poorly processed blood transfusions. Discussion 1 People were dying. They were frail and sores were probably most notable. You knew who was infected because you knew where the clinics were located, and you knew if they had medications because they would leave with brown bags. Privacy was almost non- existent and so was disclosure among partners. This caused great fear in the community. Fear of stigma and discrimination can also inhibit health seeking behavior and is a major obstacle for timely diagnosis, prevention efforts and linkage to care and support (Andersson et al, 2020).   Fast forward to today and you barely hear of any infections and the rates have lowered.  People are now living active lives with the HIV virus. Commercials are in rotation with members of the LBGTQIA representing prevention and education of all diseases. No one is a secret, and your health is private. Disclosure is major.

In a country such as South Africa, where resources are limited, the stigma of HIV seems different. I work there several times of the year where we transport medications and medical supplies to the clinics. I know they are afraid, but there is a level of acceptance that is present in the communities there.  In the beginning it was widespread and an Discussion 1 epidemic (although it later became a pandemic for the continent). We clearly saw the affects of the disease and the death rates rising daily. The country was not able to provide medical care and medications to keep up with the amount of people needing them.  Fast forward, and now it’s almost taboo. No one seems to be afraid so much as they are just dealing with it. The women are afraid to ask their husbands to wear condoms even though they know they are sleeping around. People have accepted that HIV is “a thing” and that people have it. Nothing is private. They are educated and are now provided resources from supporting countries yet; the rates of infection continue to rise. Life is going on and people are not dying, depressed or sickly looking. Approaching an HIV clinic does not have the same traumatic affects that I remember seeing when working at Discussion 1 clinics here in the states.  The diagnosis is no longer a death sentence.

Even with all the changes and strides we’ve made in America; we still have a long way to go. The discrimination is just not as loud anymore, but it’s still there. According to Andersson et al (2020), HIV associated stigma remains a major human rights challenge and addressing HIV-related stigma and discrimination will be necessary to achieve the goal of ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030.

References

Discussion 1 Andersson, G. Z., Reinius, M., Eriksson, L. E., Svedhem, V., Esfahani, F. M., Deuba, K., Rao, D., Lyatuu, G. W., Giovenco, D., & Ekström, A. M. (2020). Stigma reduction interventions in people living with HIV to improve health-related quality of life. The Lancet HIV, 7(2). https://doi.org/10.1016/s2352-3018(19)30343-1

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ORDER A PLAGIARISM FREE PAPER NOWomparing the Manifestations of HIV/AIDS (US vs South Africa)

In the United States specifically where we are resource rich, the stigma of having HIV has changed and manifested greatly over the years. Initially we blamed, stigmatized, and ostracized the entire at the time most referred to the group as the homosexual or gay community. People associated and attributed anything that had to do with the spread of the disease with them, with the small exceptions of other risky sexual practices and Discussion 1 poorly processed blood transfusions. People were dying. They were frail and sores were probably most notable. You knew who was infected because you knew where the clinics were located, and you knew if they had medications because they would leave with brown bags. Privacy was almost non- existent and so was disclosure among partners. This caused great fear in the community. Fear of stigma and discrimination can also inhibit health seeking behavior and is a major obstacle for timely diagnosis, prevention efforts and linkage to care and support (Andersson et al, 2020).   Fast forward to today and you barely hear of any infections and the rates have lowered.  People are now living active lives with the HIV virus. Commercials are in rotation with members of the LBGTQIA representing prevention and education of all diseases. No one is a secret, and your health is private. Disclosure is major.Discussion 1

In a country such as South Africa, where resources are limited, the stigma of HIV seems different. I work there several times of the year where we transport medications and medical supplies to the clinics. I know they are afraid, but there is a level of acceptance that is present in the communities there.  In the beginning it was widespread and an epidemic (although it later became a pandemic for the continent). We clearly saw the affects of the disease and the death rates rising daily. The country was not able to provide medical care and medications to keep up with the amount of people needing them.  Fast forward, and now it’s almost taboo. No one seems to be afraid so much as they are just dealing with it. Discussion 1 The women are afraid to ask their husbands to wear condoms even though they know they are sleeping around. People have accepted that HIV is “a thing” and that people have it. Nothing is private. They are educated and are now provided resources from supporting countries yet; the rates of infection continue to rise. Life is going on and people are not dying, depressed or sickly looking. Approaching an HIV clinic does not have the same traumatic affects that I remember seeing when working at clinics here in the states.  The diagnosis is no longer a death sentence.

Even with all the changes and strides we’ve made in America; we still have a long way to go. The discrimination is just not as loud anymore, but it’s still there. According to Andersson et al (2020), HIV associated stigma remains a major human rights challenge and addressing HIV-related stigma and discrimination will be necessary to achieve the goal of ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030.Discussion 1

References

Andersson, G. Z., Reinius, M., Eriksson, L. E., Svedhem, V., Esfahani, F. M., Deuba, K., Rao, D., Lyatuu, G. W., Giovenco, D., & Ekström, A. M. (2020). Stigma reduction interventions in people living with HIV to improve healthDiscussion 1-related quality of life. The Lancet HIV, 7(2). https://doi.org/10.1016/s2352-3018(19)30343-1

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Investing in stocks is an option when planning for retirement or other financial management decisions. In this activity, you will research how to evaluate stocks as an investment option. Discussion 1

Instructions

In a 1 page paper, please respond to the following:

  1. Explain the differences in stock trading between two different stock exchanges.
    1. Identify two different stock exchanges in the United States.
    2. Describe the similarities and differences between the two stock exchanges.
  2. Explain how a company’s free cash flow impacts its growth potential. Cite the free cash flow of example companies. Discussion 1
    1. Identify one company on each of the two stock exchanges you researched in 1.
    2. Determine the free cash flow from 2019 and 2020 for each company.
    3. What inferences can you draw from the companies’ free cash flow?
  3.  Apply financial ratios to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of stocks as investments.
    1. Using the 2019 and 2020 financial statements for both stocks, prepare two financial ratios for each of the following categories: liquidity ratios, asset management ratios, and profitability ratios. You should have a total of six ratios for each stock, per year.
    2. What challenges, strengths, or weaknesses do you see when you examine these ratios?  Discussion 1

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Investing in stocks is an option when planning for retirement or other financial management decisions. In this activity, you will research how to evaluate stocks as an investment option. Discussion 1

Instructions

In a 1 page paper, please respond to the following:

  1. Explain the differences in stock trading between two different stock exchanges.
    1. Identify two different stock exchanges in the United States.
    2. Describe the similarities and differences between the two stock exchanges.
  2. Explain how a company’s free cash flow impacts its growth potential. Cite the free cash flow of example companies. Discussion 1
    1. Identify one company on each of the two stock exchanges you researched in 1.
    2. Determine the free cash flow from 2019 and 2020 for each company.
    3. What inferences can you draw from the companies’ free cash flow? Discussion 1
  3.  Apply financial ratios to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of stocks as investments.
    1. Using the 2019 and 2020 financial statements for both stocks, prepare two financial ratios for each of the following categories: liquidity ratios, asset management ratios, and profitability ratios. You should have a total of six ratios for each stock, per year.
    2. What challenges, strengths, or weaknesses do you see when you examine these ratios?  Discussion 1