Guns, Debt, and Indecision The State of Americas Brand Abroad [Huffington Post] Hult Blog

Written by Cari Guittard,  Principal, Global Engagement Partners; Professor of Global Management, Hult International Business School. Republished from the Huffington Post, original article can be found here.   Re-Framing and Re-Imagining the American Brand Abroad In the immediate aftermath of 9/11, there was much discussion in the U.S. Government as well as the private sector with regards to the state of Americas image and brand abroad. Much of this began when then-Secretary of State Colin Powell appointed Charlotte Beers, an advertising legend, as Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs. I remember well the historic meeting of advertising veterans Charlotte convened at Main State days after the attack. For two and a half days running only on a constant flow of coffee and adrenaline this collective of some of the best creative minds in America delved deeply into how the U.S. could repair, reframe and reset the American brand abroad. This incredible brainstorming session wasnt about selling the U.S. or putting new slogans in airports it was an honest discussion about how we were viewed and then what we can try to do about it while marshaling the power of the private sector. Unfortunately, and like many meetings that disappear into the hallowed halls of Foggy Bottom, the results from this historic gathering never saw life. In part, this was due to the tenuous nature of our foreign policy directives at the time, lack of respect for public diplomacy and the advertising community at large, and our near constant state of crisis response with a small staff and even smaller budget. The seeds though had been planted and the private sector especially those who manage many of the global iconic American brands that have stood the test of time, war, and economic hardship stepped up. And so in early 2003, this was in part why Business for Diplomatic Action (BDA) came to be. BDA was the first non-partisan, apolitical, non-profit dedicated to building new bridges to the world. With many of the top global creative leaders at the helm, for nearly eight years we researched, monitored and dissected the American brand abroad. From comprehensive and on-going listening eff orts we developed programs where the private sector could work in parallel to U.S.G. efforts to help shore up those areas of the American brand that fell short of our ideals. During those years that BDA was focused on the American brand, the U.S. Government and several non-profits also came together launching a variety of unique partnerships and initiatives to expand public diplomacy efforts and re-imagine the American brand through a citizen diplomacy focused lens. Throughout the BDA era leading up to President Obamas first election, it would seem our countrys soft power reserves were growing steadily. The American brand was further buoyed by the Obama brand and we appeared to go up in almost every global poll. Keith Reinhard, founder of Business for Diplomatic Action and Chairman Emeritus of DDB Worldwide, remarked in a  piece  for Fast Company, The Brand Called Obama :  Barack Obama is three things you want in a brand new, different and attractive. Thats as good as it gets. That Was Then This is Now Obamas brand globally has steadily slipped since 2009. This past June, The Pew Global Attitudes Project released  findings  that evidenced drops in popularity and affinity. Of greatest concern is the dramatic drop in confidence for President Obama and his international policies around the world. Notably, China and Japan had some of the largest drops in confidence which doesnt bode well for our governments pivot towards Asia. Confidence in the U.S. president now ranks behind that of the leadership in Germany, France, Britain, the Czech Republic, Japan, Italy, Brazil and Spain. The Current State of Americas Brand Abroad The current state of Americas brand abroad is no longer new, different or attractive. It is a never ending montage of guns, debt and indecision. Follow international press coverage of the U.S. and these themes emerge again and again. These are not the images and themes we want imprinted into the global mindset especially on a week that includes the Inauguration and the official nomination of a new Secretary of State. They are nonetheless images and issues that are increasingly synonymous with the American governments leadership and the American brand abroad. We need to recognize that our soft power reserves are eroding precipitously and the United States is in desperate need of a new global engagement strategy. To do this will require new, fresh thinking, a comprehensive tri-sector approach, and a radically different approach to diplomacy. Heres hoping our new Secretary of State is ready to lead the charge. 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With five global campuses, a student body of over 130 nationalities, and a learn-by-doing approach—Hult offers a student experience like no other. . â€Å"I’m from an engineering background and needed a whole new skill set for the industry I wanted to switch to. I learned a lot about myself and how I deal with being out of my comfort zone. I learned both soft and hard skills, from how to work in very diverse teams to key accounting metrics and strategy. I was surprised by how weak I was at certain tasks in English or how strong I actually was in other areas. Hult gave me opportunities to try new things and meet people from places I never thought I would have friends. . My internship experiences gave me the chance to broaden my view of different cultures and different companies. I had the opportunity to work and live with people whose values differed from people in my home country. 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Not just essential knowledge and theory, but practical skills and mindset. The school is always evolving. We’re encouraged to innovate and to always look for new ways of doing traditional things. We learn how to be more confident and become aware of how we can impact our environment. The school aims to help you become a better version of yourself and to stand out from the crowd.â€Å" . Elisa Orus Plana French Bachelor of Business Administration Class of 2021"> During the final days of 2019, you probably reflected on what you’ve accomplished this year—and even this decade—and what you’d like to achieve in 2020. Let us know in the comments below. During the final days of 2019, you probably reflected on what you’ve accomplished this year—and even this decade—and what you’d like to achieve in 2020. Let us know in the comments below. â€Å"The first time we did group work on the program, I went head-to-head with a colleague. It taught me a lot about how I see people, how people see me, and how conflict can be resolved in a kind and productive way. The best feedback you get, when delivered constructively, is the most critical because it really feeds into how you lead. I’ve completely reversed my leadership style—the result is so much richer and more powerful when you lead from behind and lead with strength. . Studying in tandem with working, whilst challenging, gave me the perfect platform to directly apply learning concepts into my business environment, the competitive landscape, and the real-estate industry as a whole. When I started the program, I was very happy in my corporate role. But my courage and aspirations grew to the point that I took on a whole new direction. Having my career coach, Joanna, as a sounding board allowed me to really be strategic and get to know myself. She coached me thro ugh all the interviews, the research, and the questions. It went in parallel with what I was doing academically and after six months everything just clicked. . I went into the EMBA knowing I had nothing to lose and I’ve come out with everything. Great strength, global friends, amazing learning, mentors from professors, a job I love, and the knowledge that I can set my mind to achieve anything and with the right support and resources I’ll get there.† . Kashani Wijetunga British, New Zealand Sri Lankan Associate Director Senior Strategy Consultant CBRE EMBA Class of 2019 . â€Å"The first time we did group work on the program, I went head-to-head with a colleague. It taught me a lot about how I see people, how people see me, and how conflict can be resolved in a kind and productive way. The best feedback you get, when delivered constructively, is the most critical because it really feeds into how you lead. I’ve completely reversed my leadership style—the result is so much richer and more powerful when you lead from behind and lead with strength. . Studying in tandem with working, whilst challenging, gave me the perfect platform to directly apply learning concepts into my business environment, the competitive landscape, and the real-estate industry as a whole. When I started the program, I was very happy in my corporate role. But my courage and aspirations grew to the point that I took on a whole new direction. Having my career coach, Joanna, as a sounding board allowed me to really be strategic and get to know myself. She coached me thro ugh all the interviews, the research, and the questions. It went in parallel with what I was doing academically and after six months everything just clicked. . I went into the EMBA knowing I had nothing to lose and I’ve come out with everything. Great strength, global friends, amazing learning, mentors from professors, a job I love, and the knowledge that I can set my mind to achieve anything and with the right support and resources I’ll get there.† . Kashani Wijetunga British, New Zealand Sri Lankan Associate Director Senior Strategy Consultant CBRE EMBA Class of 2019 . â€Å"It was now or never. I knew that I’d have likely stayed in my neighborhood for years to come if I didn’t take this opportunity. I’d not lived or studied outside of the U.S. before. So I left my job as a global strategist at an advertising agency and moved halfway around the world. I’ve come back a more culturally aware, well-versed person. I’ve realized that everything is a learning experience and an opportunity for growth. Ill definitely carry this mindset with me into the future. Technology and social media allow us to be different people in several places at once. Im excited to see how I can establish myself in whatever city Ill be lucky enough to call home and still maintain deep connections with people all over the world. I’m inspired by my classmates every day. Hearing some of their life stories and how getting this degree fits into their greater mission has been very humbling. My biggest challenge has been finding the ‘right’ path for me. There have been rooms Ive felt like I shouldnt be in, but now Im proud to feel as though I truly belong, wherever I am.† . Dwayne Logan, Jnr. American MBA Class of 2019 . â€Å"It was now or never. I knew that I’d have likely stayed in my neighborhood for years to come if I didn’t take this opportunity. I’d not lived or studied outside of the U.S. before. So I left my job as a global strategist at an advertising agency and moved halfway around the world. I’ve come back a more culturally aware, well-versed person. I’ve realized that everything is a learning experience and an opportunity for growth. Ill definitely carry this mindset with me into the future. Technology and social media allow us to be different people in several places at once. Im excited to see how I can establish myself in whatever city Ill be lucky enough to call home and still maintain deep connections with people all over the world. I’m inspired by my classmates every day. Hearing some of their life stories and how getting this degree fits into their greater mission has been very humbling. My biggest challenge has been finding the ‘right’ path for me. There have been rooms Ive felt like I shouldnt be in, but now Im proud to feel as though I truly belong, wherever I am.† . Dwayne Logan, Jnr. American MBA Class of 2019 . Happy New Year, Hultians! . Happy New Year, Hultians! .

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How to Write an Argumentative Essay

How to Write an Argumentative EssayWriting an argumentative essay is not always easy. If you are in the middle of writing it, it is best that you get advice on how to write an argumentative essay.The essay is not as easy as you may think and takes a lot of effort and commitment, or else it would have been done by a whole day. The reason why essay writing is so challenging is that we have to come up with reasons and make them stand out, and usually we find it hard to do that. And so, how to write an argumentative essay?There are many reasons why you would need to know how to write an argumentative essay. For one, most of the essays on the Internet are argumentative. The purpose of the essay is not only to inform, but also to persuade people to agree with your arguments. You have to make sure that you provide enough proof for the claims you are making. This will make it easier for your reader to read your essay.Another reason why you have to know how to write an argumentative essay is because you may encounter someone who is not familiar with this form of writing. You may run into someone who does not like it. He or she may also think that it is unoriginal. However, you can also tell your views about it and persuade him or her on your point. Of course, the more you know how to write an argumentative essay, the better you can write your essay.You can use various tools to write the essay. You may use the software to write the essay. Or, you may use a website like E-bookWriter.com to produce the essay. It is easy to use and it is convenient because you do not have to devote much time to do the task of writing an essay.A third way to write is to put some theories and ideas into the essay. You can use your imagination and skills in the subject of the essay. The whole idea of the essay is to give your opinions and thoughts. But, your essay will be successful if you can make your points stand out. You have to do this, even if you find it difficult because the purpose of the essay is to make your points.To be able to write an argumentative essay, you need to know the type of the topics that you are going to write. It is best if you make a plan first and then set out on what you are going to write about.The best way to learn how to write an argumentative essay is to get advice from someone who has already accomplished this task. That is, you can ask other people who write essays on this topic and get their opinions. These opinions can help you get on your way to having a well-written essay.

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Manage Human Resource Services Operations and Production

Question: Discuss about the Manage Human Resource Services for Operations and Production. Answer: Definition of Underperformance The negative deviation of work output of the employees from predetermined work standards in an organization is known as underperformance (Ramesh Vasuki, 2013). It is a workplace phenomenon in which the employee is unable to meet the job requirements. The performance level is not up to the mark. The various parameters of the job such as working results, quality of the job, productivity are not satisfied in the event of underperformance (Ramesh Vasuki, 2013). This phenomenon decreases the efficiency of the employees, and they are unable to produce optimum output. This makes the particular employee less valuable to the company. Causes of underperformance There may be several reasons for employee underperformance. It may be deliberate or non-voluntary. The major reasons are described below Lack of skills and expertise of the employees- The employees may not have sufficient talent to fulfill the requirements of the job (Amankwah-Amoah, Ifere Nyuur 2016). He may be unable to cope up with the demands of the job. Demoralization- The organizational work environment may not be good enough for the employee to deliver their best results (Kesten, 2012). The lack of motivation may cause the employees to perform inefficiently. Insufficient effort- The employees may not give required effort, and they may be too lazy to perform a job. The chances are that the employees do not follow organizational discipline, and they engage in workplace grapevine that causes negligence in the job (Mafini Pooe, 2013). Distractions- The increasing distractions in the workplace may cause the employees unable to concentrate on their work (Ramesh Vasuki, 2013). The lack of dedication, concentration, and engagement towards the job, hampers the performance of the employees. Case study Service provider In this case study, the onus of underperformance can be put on the service provider known as People Power as it was unable to deliver the required work outcomes. It was taking a long time to complete the recruitment process, which is affecting the smooth functioning of the company. The longer it takes to fill a particular position, the greater is the loss to the organization as there is a decreased productivity (Berman et al., 2015). The service provider is unable to complete the three mandatory reference checks, which shows the lack of time management and the lack of conformance to the organizational rules. Instead of focusing on their performances, they are providing some lame excuses by saying that the additional reference checks are proving to be a burden to them. There is poor coordination between the organization and the service provider, which is causing a great deal of confusion. The service provider is providing misleading information to the employees regarding the remunerat ion policy. This not only acts as a stumbling block for the potential candidates, but it also affects the brand image of the organization (Berman et al., 2015). There are no sufficient training procedures as specified in the SLA. These issues are causing a reduction in the motivational levels of the employees. All these factors affect the organizational productivity, which is causing a hindrance to the organizational success. Case study Line manager This case study discusses the "underperformance" of the sales managers. Their performance is not fulfilling the predetermined standards of the recruitment process. The single most important factor for the underperformance is the inability to follow the deadlines. They are unable to submit the candidate request forms within the stipulated time. They are also required to submit the personal details forms of the employees, which they are unable to do. It is an important aspect of the recruitment process to assess the background of the candidates. The inability to perform this task is resulting not so competent candidates in the organization, which is again deteriorating the organizational performance. The line managers are not adhering to the deadlines, and they are delaying the submission of the final selection checklist. This is causing a delay in the selection of the candidates and their subsequent joining. This is caused by the lack of training and lack of motivation. They are not p rovided any training regarding how to complete the checklist and hence they are unaware of the process (James Lucky, 2015). This also makes them feel that completing the checklist is an additional burden for them. This kind of delay is causing a delay in the closing of the open vacancies, which is ultimately affecting the productivity of the organization. Case study HR Officer This case study highlights the inability of the HR officer to deliver optimum performance in the workplace. His performance is deemed inadequate in the organization. This is measured by several parameters. He is required to provide correct information on compensation with benefits. However, he is failing to do so. He must give accurate advice on training and follow the organizational policy on performance management. However, he has not fulfilled these requirements and provided incorrect information as well not conformed to the organizational rules. He was not paying attention to the needs of the managers, and this made him unable to fulfill the needs of the customers. The HR officer is required to work in collaboration with the business managers so that the business goals are fulfilled (Monks et al., 2013). However, this was not the case. He was not improving the capability of the workforce, which was a serious performance breach. Managing Underperformance The process of underperformance can be managed effectively, which is best for the business and the employees. The underperformance of one employee or a group of employees can cause a reduction in the work performance of others (Fairwork.gov.au, 2016). This is the reasons the organization should take active steps in managing the issue Identification of the problem to understand the key reasons of the poor performance of the employees (gov.au, 2016). Assessment of the problem deals with parameters such as the seriousness of the issue, duration of the issue and the gap between expected/demonstrated performance (gov.au, 2016) . Face to face discussion with the concerned employee is required to clearly understand the nature of the problem and answer the questions- what, why, how and when (gov.au, 2016). Devising a suitable solution in consultation with the concerned employee. This should be done by exploring new ideas, emphasizing a common ground, focusing on positive outcomes and offering assistance (gov.au, 2016). Evaluate the performance of the employees after the improvements and continue providing encouragement and feedback. The poor performers should be carefully dealt with by reinforcing the worth of the job role that they are playing. The human resource department should design career development of the employees and provide them adequate training (Fairwork.gov.au, 2016). They should also convey the importance of performance expectations and interrelations with the organizational success. Termination of employment The organization holds the right to terminate an employee if he doesn't show any signs of improvement of performance even after training and performance improvement workshops (Steingold, 2015). The employers cannot perform unfair dismissals of the employees and under unreasonable or harsh situations. However, they can give reasons for dismissals and a chance to the employees to respond. Performance management activities An organization cannot afford to have poor performance management in the organization. The following steps should be taken to address the issue of underperformance Engage with development plan- The development plan of the employees should be an integral part of the performance management process. The development plan should identify various activities such as coaching, training, on the job learning, e-learning modules and others that could foster the performance of the employees. In the first case study, the service provider should be given adequate training about the timely completion of the recruitment by following all the specifications (Hallinan et al., 2016). The coordination process with the organization should be made clear to them, and their knowledge base regarding compensation and benefits should be evaluated (Berman et al., 2015). In the second case study, the line managers should be made aware of their development plans by showcasing the importance of adhering to the deadlines. Implementation of pay for performance- The compensation structure should be attractive enough to motivate the employees for enhanced performance (Bamberger Biron Meshoulam, 2014). The performance management process should be linked with the compensation management system. The introduction of incentive schemes as per performance levels would foster better employee performance. It would also give an idea to the employees that the compensation scheme is fair and recognizes their hard work. Creation of performance goals- In both the case studies, the employees didnt have any performance goals. It is important to outline the performance targets of the individual employees (Sharma Carney, 2012). It is also necessary to ask the employees about their requirement of new skills and subsequently taking an initiative to provide them the same. This would motivate them to work hard and constant improvement. Empowerment of the employees- The employees should be shown a bigger picture of their respective job roles. He should realize the importance of his individual job role and how it would affect the organizational performance (Saks Gruman, 2014). There should be employee engagement activities that would increase the motivation level of the employees (Saks Gruman, 2014). The employees should be passionate about their job and not just do them for the sake of completing them. They should be more involved with the organizational decision making so that they would feel that they are important in their respective organizations (Shields et al., 2015). They should be able to visualize the long term perspectives rather than only concerning about day to day activities. Timelines The performance management activities should adhere to the pre determined deadlines. The first step towards the performance management is the creation of the performance goals. It should start immediately after the appraisal process. The next step involves the development plans which would typically take one month. The execution of the development plan may take several months or up to one year. The third step that involves the implementation of attractive compensation structure would take around two months. The empowerment of the employees would take approximately six months to eight months. Integration Strategies The performance management activities should integrate smoothly with the values, policy and business ethics of the organization. The companys vision, values, and mission should be communicated well to the employees. There should be sufficient ways of improving the channels of communication in the workplace. The performance management activities would involve four types of integration with the organization such as functional, vertical, goals and human resources. The functional integration deals with bringing together the plans and policies of the functional departments of the departments (Turkulainen Ketokivi, 2012). The vertical integration consists of the alignment of the performance management objectives at the individual, team and the organizational levels (Rothaermel, 2015). The human resource integration consists of the effective combination of the performance management with the other subsets of the overall human resources function (Ulrich, 2013). The goal integration would in tegrate the performance management objectives with the aspirations of the managers as well as the vision of the organization (Zellweger et al., 2013). The performance management of the organization should undertake ethical ways of measuring the employee's performance which is by the organizational ethical guidelines. The implementation of the subsequently revised compensation structure satisfies the legal framework of the organization. It should follow the legal specifications of the particular country in which the organization is operating (Keller Yeaple 2013). Resources The two organizations in the two case study should utilize several organizational resources. There should be reduced working capital if the workforce meets the desired performance criteria. There would be increased demand for the training tools such as lecture rooms, seminar halls, presentation, training manuals and others (Salas et al., 2012). There would also be a requirement of the operational manuals and the policy documents of the company. There is a need to implement an evaluation process for determining the current compensation structure of the employees. There is also need to perform a feasibility study to understand the new incentive scheme. In the first case study, there should be the implementation of adequate human resource software which would make the work of the work easier. It would aid them to perform the recruitment process in an efficient manner. It would also enable them to perform all the three compulsory reference checks promptly. In the second case study, the t raining tools would be used for providing clarifications to the employees regarding operational processes. The resources required for enhancing the employee motivation level are an innovative strategy, sharing of the organizational vision, support from immediate supervisors and others. It is also useful to conduct motivational sessions which enhance the inspirational levels of the employees. Responsibilities The performance management is not an individual effort, and it requires the team work of several entities of the organization. The senior management must show enthusiasm in the process of performance management (Ulrich, 2013). They should be supportive of the new process of enhanced performance management and should communicate the same with the employees. The human resource manager should take key responsibilities in improving the performance of the concerned employees. In the given case studies, there were no evaluation mechanisms by the human resource managers that resulted in the low performance of the employees. They need to be accountable for their roles and find innovative methods to enhance the performance of the employees. The role of the immediate manager is also immense in this scenario. It is his inherent responsibility to reinforce as well as recognize the optimum performance of the employees (Bamberger, Biron Meshoulam, 2014). He should be responsible for the feedback and ratings in the performance reviews. They must involve in regular and short meetings to discuss the important milestones as well as accomplishments of the team members. Activity Timeline Strategy/application of policy (if relevant) Resources Responsible Person Creation of performance goals 25 days Goals integration Online (Suitable softwares) or Offline (Notepads) Immediate supervisor Engage with development plan 1-6 months Functional integration Training Tools, Presentation, Operational Manuals, Policy documents, Seminars HR Manager Implementation of pay for performance 2 months Human Resource Integration Evaluation of existing compensation packages Senior management and HR Empowerment 7 months Vertical integration Innovative strategy, support, motivational videos, inspirational sessions HR Department and Supervisor Conclusion The phenomenon of underperformance is a serious concern in the modern day performance. There are several driving forces behind the poor performance of the employees. The underperforming employees pose a serious threat to the organization. This is because these employees are not contributing fully to the organizational success. The backlog in their performance is impacting the overall functioning of the organizations. Hence, it is essential to manage the underperformance of the employees. This report gives a practical perspective of the issue through the application of the case studies. The action plan gives a detailed picture regarding the way the underperformances should be handled. References Amankwah-Amoah, J., Ifere, S. E., Nyuur, R. B. (2016). Human capital and strategic persistence: An examination of underperforming workers in two emerging economies.Journal of Business Research. Bamberger, P. A., Biron, M., Meshoulam, I. (2014).Human resource strategy: Formulation, implementation, and impact. Routledge. Berman, E. M., Bowman, J. S., West, J. P., Van Wart, M. R. 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