Reciprocity

Theory X and Theory Y by Douglas McGregor, summarizes a difference between management styles in that Theory X is an authoritarian style which assumes employees are naturally unmotivated, and Theory Y is a participative style and assumes that employees are self-motivated and enjoy working with greater responsibility (Mindtools, n.d.). In my workplace, I am more partial to Theory Y. I think that unless personally observed, managers should not just assume that otherwise mature, responsible adults…

America is known to be the land of the free, where equal opportunities are promoted as the ultimate symbolic of such ideology. This is a place where race, ethnicity, class, or gender should not be the determining factor for the eligibility for needed resources. The place where anyone, including minorities can come and live the “American Dream”. Therefore, society as a whole must take a stand to rid our nation of the inequitable educational opportunities that plague poor, disinvested,…

status and ideology. A social work manager who uses such an approach persuades internal and external members towards autonomous, shared decision making and equal relationships that exude open lines of communication, cooperation, empowerment and reciprocity within a client centered organization (Patti,…

In the movie “Meet the Parents”, Greg Focker (Ben Stiller), is given a talk by Jack Byrnes (Robert De Niro) because Jack is overprotective of his daughter whom Greg is dating. During one scene, Jack Byrnes gives a lecture about an innovative scale of measurement: the Circle of Trust. The conversation states: Jack Byrnes: I mean, can you ever really trust another human being, Greg? Greg Focker: Sure, I think so. Jack Byrnes: No. The answer is you cannot. (Meet the Parents Quotes) This is viewed…

I am writing in regards to the proposed assessor educational changes. I feel that I am qualified to comment because I have current graduate level formal eduction experience to base my opinions and may have more experience with the MMAO program than anyone else. I am currently completing my master degree in management and have twice been a candidate in the MMAO program. Unfortunately, I have not successfully passed the MMAO class. However, my failure to pass the MMAO program does not mean I…

Specific Purpose: To inform the audience about the history of Hawaii’s last monarchy, Queen Liliuokalani Thesis / Central Idea: There were many impacts from the monarchy of hawaii, but when Liliu’okalani took heir to the throne there was a great significance that would change Hawai’i forever What I want my Audience to know: How Liliuokalani became queen, How Liliuokalani was overthrown, and what happened after the overthrow Introduction: 1) ATTENTION: Just like every little kids dream…

The main beliefs of Confucianism are social harmony, created by the moral example of superiors, and humanism according to Li (ritual norms), Zhou (loyalty to one’s true nature), Shu (reciprocity), and Xiao (filial piety). Confucius believed that society consists of unequal relationships, so if the superiors in society behave with sincerity, courtesy, and are respectful, the inferiors will be submissively motivated to do also. Confucianism…

Assess the challenges and rewards for counselors working with individuals in this stage of life There are many challenges and rewards counselors can experience when working with the elderly. The biggest challenge would be death before the client has some sense of mental health relief. Since the psychosocial crisis associated with this lifespan is immortality versus extinction, a client experiencing feelings of fear of death and a hopelessness toward life, a counselor would need to have very…

two enemies, they come to peace with one another since they they shared a common ancestor: ‘Let’s trade armor. The men must know our claim: we are sworn friends from our fathers’ days till now!’ (6. 276-7). As Aristocrats, their value of mutual reciprocity of hospitality and respect with one another (xenia), prevented them from battling one another. The two enemies established a friendship that transcended their differences (the fact that one was a Trojan and the other was an…

In the academic institutions of today’s society, educating young minds on issues surrounding equity and diversity not only within education systems but also within the society we as individuals relate to, appears to be an increasing desire among educators and parents. This desire arises from the growing concern that issues involving equity and diversity must be implemented into course curriculum to alleviate concerns that young generations are not given opportunities to learn how to properly…