- The most demotivating aspect of Harper’s job is that her new boss, David, does not appear to be available to assist her despite the fact that she is doing more work than ever since her previous boss, Jose, left with no recognition for her contribution.
- If I were a human resources manager meeting with David, my advice would be to first reduce Harper’s workload so she doesn’t feel overburdened, and then hire someone soon to relieve some of her frustration. Second, hold a weekly team meeting to go over the job, see how the team is doing, and make any suggestions. Third, all team members want to feel good about themselves and be recognized for their efforts, so implement incentives or employee of the month programs. Fourth, keep communication open, and finally, make the workplace a place where team members can grow and learn.
- The disadvantage of losing Harper as an employee is: low productivity since she’s gone because the other team members’ morale has suffered as a result of seeing two of their work buddies with whom they’ve grown a connection from left. It is very expensive for the company to hire and train someone else in the hopes that they are just as good and can perform job duties well, and it is also time consuming. David’s workload will increase and become more difficult, and he will most likely have no time for the other employees. He is more likely to be behind on work task. With a high employee turnover rate, losing Harper could harm the company’s reputation and destroy customer loyalty.
The effective Retention Strategies that might work best in Harper’s situation is having advancement opportunities, creating a culture of open communication, make employees feel valued, create a positive work-life balance and don’t overburden employees.
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THE FOUNDER
Question #1
Ray Kroc was a struggling salesman who aspired to be successful. The difference between the McDonalds brothers and Ray Kroc was that Ray Kroc had ambition and wanted to see McDonalds in every state, both domestic and international. That is why he franchised the business, whereas the brothers lacked the drive or motivation to expand, preferring to stay local because they were more focused on running that one store the proper way while serving fresh fast food.
Question #2
Part (A) I believe the brothers made the right decision by selling out to Ray Kroc. Though the decision to give up their hard work, passion, love, and business was painful and difficult. I saw no other way because they didn’t have enough money to win the case against Ray, and Ray Kroc is responsible for what McDonald’s is today. He saw something bigger within the “McDonald” brand which is the name itself. He turned the small local burger joint into a recognizable and successful global franchises.
Part (B) The brothers get what they want, which is 2.7 million dollars and 1% of the company. Did Ray Kroc give the brothers a good deal? No, I believe they could have gotten more because it was their original idea for the “McDonald” business and they was cheated of.
Question #3
Local store franchisees profit from sales generated in the store by adding menu items as well as the name “McDonald” because customers are familiar with and trust the brand and employing the brothers’ strategy and technique.
Question #4
Ray Kroc made his money primarily through his association with McDonald’s and the rapid expansion of the franchise. After Harry persuaded him to not only lease but also buy the land and then lease it to local franchisees. He also generated money by from Real Estate Ventures, Innovative Marketing & Business Practices and Acquisitions & Diversification.
Question #5
This film was VERY emotional. My views after viewing this film give me mixed feelings. The film explores themes of ambition, entrepreneurship, and the complexities of business partnership.
BUS 104:INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS (ETHICS WRITE UP)
TARGET is a corporation with which I frequently interact. Target maintains 1,948 stores in the United States as of 2023, and is rated 32nd on the 2022 Fortune 500 ranking of the top U.S firms by total revenue. Target Corporation is an American retail corporation headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is the 7th largest retailer in the United States. The company is one of the largest American owned private employers in the United States. Some of the product I get from them are: Clothing, footwear, beauty products, groceries, electronics, home decor, toys, furnitures, hygiene product and pharmacy supplies.
The corporation regarding social responsibility, pursing sustainable business practices Target redesigned its shopping cart. The new cart is made of lightweight recycled plastic to make it easier to handle, and the old wire backrest for kids has been replaced by smooth plastic. That year, Target also recycled 1.4 million pounds of obsolete electronic equipment. Target is the only national retailer employing a garment hanger reuse program, which keeps millions of pounds of metal and plastic out of landfills. In 2006, by reusing its hangers, Target kept 385 million hangers from going to landfills. In 2007, this amount increased to 434 million hangers kept from landfills, and in 2008, that amount was 407 million. When hangers break, Target recycles the plastic and metal and uses them in products like plastic flowerpots and other gardening supplies. In 2011, Target collected and recycled:
- More than 1,000 tons of plastic, glass and aluminum bottles and cans
- More than 7,000 tons of shrink-wrap and plastic bags
- More than 7 million pounds of electronics
While Target certainly has many challenges to continue and step up its sustainability efforts, the company is doing a pretty great job. For more information, visit target.com.
Target receives National Energy efficiency award.
Reducing carbon footprint, philanthropy, energy conservation and sustainable supply chain TARGET reported total CO2 emissions (Direct & Indirect) for the 12 months ending 31st December 2020. There has been a consistent declining trend in reported emissions since 2016. They have a 5 step energy star upgrade with extensive daylighting to achieve a 24 percent energy reduction with a 5 year payback.
Employee Relation the company includes a wide spectrum of attributes such as personal style, age, race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and etc. But in 2004 Target was fail to hire people of color but by 2020 they workforce indicated that 50% of 350k employees are people of color. Target raise minimum wage to $15 per hour. $200 bonus for employees that work during COVID. They invest in $200 million to pay off student college debt.
TARGET Corporation is currently working with CARE and key suppliers to design and implement bundled in factory interventions to address multiple barriers to gender equality through a harmonized approach.
Target donates around 5% of it pre-tax operating profit ; it gives $3 million a week (up from $2 million in years prior) to the communities in which it operates. They also give percentage of changes from Target VISA to schools. to-date Target has given over $150 million to schools across United States, Salvation Army, St. Jude Children Research Hospital and they often donate its unused, returned or seasonal merchandise to goodwill.
My recommendation to create a more ethical socially responsible and sustainable business is making it easier for all person to apply for the jobs regardless of race or disability. Continue to reduce carbon footprint and work with employees to further their education. Evaluating the factories that do business with Target for quality, labor rights and trans-shipment issues.
The practices I recommend Target to pursue is continuously reflect on their progress and make adjustments as needed to achieve everyone’s goals. Complying with all applicable laws and conducting business ethically. Upholding their values and deliver on their purpose by doing what’s right for Target, their team and guests.
Carinah Taylor
Hi my name is Carinah Taylor. I'm Trinidadian. I love to laugh, travel and teaching children. I landed my first job as a supervisor for an after school program which I loved and worked for 9 years till I shift over to the Post office. Although I still feel connected to the kids at times. My hobbies are dancing, traveling and swimming. I am a fun person to be around, great listener and very helpful.
My BMCC email is: carinah.taylor24@stu.bmcc.cuny.edu
