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Article Review: The Labor Market, 2008.
Reviews the article, 'Firm Structure, Multinationals, and Manufacturing Plant Deaths', by Andrew Bernard and J. Bradford Jensen.
1,280 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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This paper explains that the article by Andrew Bernard and J. Bradford Jensen 'Firm Structure, Multinationals, and Manufacturing Plant Deaths' in "The Review of Economics and Statistics" describes how the multinational or national status of a firm will affect labor demand and the labor market. The article is a warning to workers employed in smaller, domestic firms and yet shows that merely being part of a multinational structure is not a guarantee of job stability. The paper relates that this article demonstrates how the demand for labor can be adversely affected by forces beyond the worker's control, such as the status of the entity with which she is employed, and that a healthy economy does not necessarily mean that the demand for labor will increase for all firms.
Table of Contents:
Objective and Purpose of Article
Theory, Principles of Journal Article
Data Analysis
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Large firms tend to have larger plants. Large plants are associated with characteristics that are associated with higher survival probabilities, and that fact alone should lead to lower death probabilities, for plants that are part of both multiplant and multinational firms. Plant attributes that increase survival tend to be present to a greater degree in larger firms, such as the fact that larger firms have more access to venture and lent capital that can help them avoid plant shutdown."
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Illegal Immigration and the Economy, 2008.
This paper argues for the legalization of immigrants in the US and an elimination of the illegal labor market.
1,912 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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The paper maintains that it is more beneficial to raise the rights of present immigrants so legal citizens of the United States can compete with them for employment opportunities rather than devoting taxpayer dollars to enforcing immigration laws which will be broken. The paper relates that this would be a big blow to businesses, many of which thrive upon the availability of cheap illegal labor. The paper argues, however, that it would help the working class and aid in narrowing the ever-growing gap between the rich and the poor in the United States.
From the Paper
"Since the New World was first discovered, there has been an enormous influx of people from various parts of the world and differing cultures who have wished to resettle in what is now the United States. Of course, these immigrants have historically arrived in the United States in waves, with different portions of the globe and different ethnicities being represented in each individual wave. Yet, one characteristic that has remained constant over the history of immigration in the United States is the general apprehensiveness with which new immigrants have been welcomed by the established culture and society. Although the issue of immigration amnesty has been debated for centuries, it still remains one of the most hotly contested and influential topics in modern public debate. Significant problems with the current laws surrounding illegal immigration and amnesty still exist."
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First Aid Training for Employees, 2008.
This paper looks at the importance of first aid training in the workplace.
1,049 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that every workplace environment, regardless of the amount of hazards or type of environment, should have a basic first aid, CPR and blood born pathogen training program or, at the very least, an emergency response plan. The writer maintains that the benefits and needs for proper employee training and precautions in such areas as first aid, CPR and blood borne pathogen protection are essential in today's business world. Not only may such training save a life, it will ensure that all employees are properly protected and, if all standards are properly followed, may protect the employer from potential areas of liability. The writer concludes that for this reason, all employers should, at a minimum, offer its employees a basic course in first aid and CPR.
From the Paper
"Cariopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR, is an emergency first procedure used on a victim of cardiac arrest. Although CPR is part of the emergency medical provider's chain of survival, which includes early access to emergency medical services, early CPR, early defibrillation and early advanced care, it is a procedure that can be performed by laypersons. In fact, because CPR is such a vital component in saving a person's lives, it is highly advised that all people become fully trained in CPR procedures. This is especially true in the workplace setting.
"CPR is a skill that must be learned from professional training and through regular practice and review courses. Typically training involves hands-on practice using a resuscitation mannequin. Like all first aid procedures, CPR is a skill that should be learned at the beginning of an employment relationship and not as a reaction to an employment emergency situation. Because CPR is such a specific procedure, it is best if it is taught by an expert, which will allow the person to perform CPR in an effective and safe manner."
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Company Health Training Programs, 2008.
A review of the importance for companies to promote a healthy lifestyle for its employees.
3,342 words (approx. 13.4 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 95.95
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After a discussion about the stressful work conditions in four major companies, this paper highlights the importance of employers offering their staff training programs that are based on the implementation of techniques for stress management, positive thinking and assertiveness. The paper states that companies should encourage employee self-care efforts by promoting the maintenance of a healthy lifestyle. The paper concludes that stress is the most dangerous emerging risk to business.
Outline:
Introduction
Barclays
Voafone
Ford
Dell Computers
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Ford was previously considered to be largest giant of the automobile sector, and has good number of units produced on daily basis, but due to the escalation of the automobile industry from Chinese and Japanese region, the company has reported reduced number of unit production on daily basis, the company has also reported financial loss for few consecutive years. The recession of the American automobile industry was responsible for the cases of mental illness among the employees, it was reported that the employees faced continuous threat of termination, and was therefore unable to deliver its utmost for the company. Surprisingly, the Ford Motors was able to combat the recession phenomena, however there were other internal concerns and malpractices which turned the employees unsecured about their job prospects, and that particular category of the employees worked under extreme mental illness."
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Offshoring and the Economy, 2008.
This paper highlights the negative impacts of offshoring/outsourcing on the American economy.
1,515 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 49.95
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The paper contends that although offshoring may reduce prices, it is a poor business practice for many reasons. The paper explains why it hurts the American economy and harms American workers. The paper discusses how offshoring creates poor working conditions for many workers and argues that this practice should be more regulated to ensure that American companies do not exploit foreign workers in the name of saving money.
From the Paper
"Offshoring, also known as outsourcing, has influenced the American economy since the 1990s, when it first became widespread. It has removed jobs from American workers, created economic woes in many industries, and has created sweatshop like working conditions in many manufacturing environments. It has gained more attention recently because many American consumers are unhappy dealing with outsourced service employees, and they have been complaining about the service quality to many companies. Many experts in the field believe not enough is being done to regulate the use of offshoring, and to help guarantee the rights of American workers."
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Employee Health and Safety: Questions and Concerns, 2008.
A research proposal to investigate the reasons why employees place the importance of work over their own health and safety.
3,081 words (approx. 12.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 90.95
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This paper presents a proposal to research the fact that both psychologically and physically unhealthy conditions are still reported in the workplace despite the increased focus on employee well-being in the business world. The author intends to focus on three specific work areas notorious for their unsafe conditions and frequent lack of adequate safety standards: the office environment, construction industry, and the cockle picking industry. The researcher will collect both theoretical data from the Internet, the press and books, and practical data from health and safety professionals as well as from the targeted work areas. The objectives of the study are to arrive at a deeper understanding of the underlying factors relating to a lack of safety awareness by individuals in the workplace, and to suggest ways to empower individuals for greater well-being both in their work and general lives.
Outline:
Synopsis
Subject of Investigation
Design and Methodology
Aims and Objectives of the Study
Preliminary Literature Analysis
Professional Relevance of the Study
Time Plan
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"Health and safety measures have become one of the most important facets of the business world today. Human resources have enjoyed increasing importance as the focus of studies in human well-being and work satisfaction. Indeed, studies have shown how an increase in worker satisfaction ultimately results in an increase in profit for the manager. No longer are workers forced to labor under inhuman conditions. Instead, agencies such as the Institution for Occupational Safety and Health (2007) and the Health & Safety Executive (2007) work for employee safety, health, satisfaction and empowerment. As such, employees are therefore empowered to take control of their work environment, whereas in the past the work environment and manager were often the controlling factor."
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Is Wal-Mart Good for America?, 2008.
This paper evaluates if Wal-Mart is beneficial for America from the perspectives of its social and community impact, economic impact and political impact at the local level.
2,505 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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The paper discusses how Wal-Mart's dominance in retailing is attributable to the company's extensive supply chain, its ability to gain suppliers' lowest pricing in exchange for selling their products through its extensive retail chain of stores and superstores and its ability to keep wage and operating expenses low. The paper explores the social and community, economic and political implications. The paper concludes that Wal-Mart is good for America and has become the retailer of choice for the struggling middle class, yet it does extract a price for the value it delivers.
Outline:
Introduction
Social and Community Impact
Economic impact
Political Impact
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Wal-Mart's impact on the social systems and communities on a local level is already significant and becoming more pervasive. With this impact comes the responsibility to manage their corporations' many strategies, initiatives and plans with foresight as to their impact on social systems and communities as well. Despite claiming they have a commitment to ethical corporate behavior and support at the community level, even going as far as to create a (Global Ethics Office 2), the company's track record in terms of lessening the quality of life for retailing workers has been empirically proven (Freeman, 38) and (Drogin, 45)."
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Employee Ethics, 2008.
This research paper discusses employee ethics and looks at how to change the ethical culture within the organization.
2,200 words (approx. 8.8 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 68.95
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The writer of this research paper explains that employees of the company in this work have been observed by a fellow employee who has noted unethical issues in the workplace and specifically that employees are not honest with one another or with customers and moreover, recently employees of the company have sold products and services with known flaws. The writer points out that the company's decision-making appears more focused on avoidance of reprimands than on pursuing the 'right' or ethical behavior. The researcher has spoken with the company CEO concerning this issue in the organization with the CEO asking the researcher in this work what might be done to improve the situation. The writer justifies the need for the ethical response of employees and organization and secondly develops and defends measures that would be effective in bringing about an improvement in the organization's ethics and ethical decisions. Finally, this work also explains how the ethical climate of the company might be improved.
This paper includes figures.
Outline:
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Importance of the Study
Methodology
Literature Review
Findings of the Study
Recommendations for More Research
From the Paper
"The findings of the foregoing review of literature include the finding that ethical behavior in an organization does not 'just happen' but is intentional, incorporated, integrated, disseminated, communication, and woven into the very fabric of the organizational culture. Ideologically, ethics are demonstrated by those in leadership roles and younger employees are able to follow by the examples set in leadership. Ethics are existent or absent in an organizational culture are rarely in reality in what is commonly known as the gray area of what is acceptable. Ethical or unethical behavior is interwoven into every nook and cranny of the organization including purchasing, and sales, upper, middle and lower management levels. Ethical behavior either 'is' or 'is not' within the organizational behavior framework. Changing of the ethical culture of an organization requires training older and younger employees differently and requires individualization for different types of individuals in the organization. The findings that are considered key in this review of literature is as related that ethical behavior integrated into the organizational culture through leadership role models in ethical behavior. Finally, this work has reviewed the roles of Top- and Middle-management in supporting ethical behavior in the organization's culture as well as has this work related the roles of supervisors, coworkers and employees toward changing the organizational ethical culture."
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Nike Manufacturing, 2008.
This paper discusses operations and manufacturing at the Nike company.
854 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 30.95
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In this article, the writer notes that Nike has for years now been subjected to harsh criticism for the poor working conditions in the firms it contracted across the globe to manufacture its products. The writer discusses however, that their role in these conditions is only limited. The writer maintains that in this particular sense, the foreign organizations are Nike's partners, not their employees; they have the choice to accept or deny the poor conditions; they have the possibility to speak their mind and make more demands; the American company did not force them to work nor did it impose these conditions. Therefore, the writer maintains that the main players to be blamed are the administrators and managers in the foreign companies, for they are unable to protect their employees, and not the American corporation.
From the Paper
"In regard to the working conditions, Nike should implement those that stand and are legal within the country where the secondary companies activate. The main purpose of contracting foreign workers is that of lower personnel expenditures, and if they were to implement the U.S. policies, they might as well work with American contractors.
"In Indonesia for instance, the average worker in a Nike contractor earns double the mean wage as compared to an Indonesian farmer. In these circumstances, it is rather unfair to criticize the company that offers its employees more money than those earned by the average individual. It is also true that the wage is extremely low as compared to the American requirements, but then again, the plant operates based on the Indonesian laws, rather than the U.S."
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Understanding the Family Medical Leave Act, 2008.
An analysis of the purpose and limitations of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
2,626 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper analyzes the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) of 1993. It discusses the purpose of the law and how it has assisted employees who are eligible for it. The paper looks at who the law applies to and what conditions it guarantees, as well as what provisions it makes. Finally, the paper discusses the limitations to FMLA's coverage.
From the Paper
"Although the FMLA is very specific and the DOL has clearly explained provisions of the law, it has been the subject of some controversy. In Nevada Dept. of Human Resources v. Hibbs, 538 U.S. 721 (2003), Hibbs, an employee of the Nevada Department of Human Resources sought leave under the FMLA to care for his wife. His request was granted, but the Department eventually informed Hibbs that his leave was exhausted and told him to return to work. Hibbs failed to do so and was terminated. Hibbs sued the Department, seeking monetary damages for interfering with Hibb's exercise of FMLA rights. The Supreme Court determined that state employees could recover monetary damages in federal court for a State's failure to comply with the FMLA. This was an important holding because the Eleventh Amendment generally bars suits against the states in federal court. However, the Court determined that when Congress specifically intends to abrogate Eleventh Amendment immunity, it can do so, and that it did so in the FMLA. Given that one of the purposes of the FMLA was to end gender-based discrimination in the taking of leave, that motive was substantial enough to end Eleventh Amendment immunity."
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