Monthly Archives: November 2012

Business Ethics: Social Media at Work

When I started Comm 101, I learned about the importance of ethics in business. That is why I decided to look at Chris MacDonald’s blog about social media ethics in the workplace, at the end of the course. In his … Continue reading

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Entrepreneurship: A Large Spectrum

Entrepreneurship is a risky proposition.  It involves creating a new good or service, and trying to sell that product while creating profits. Before our class on entrepreneurship in Comm 101, I had no idea how large a spectrum there is … Continue reading

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Business Environmental Decisions: A Response

In today’s world, one of the largest issues is the environment. Global warming, the misuse of energy, and the poisoning of the environment are all large issues. These issues also affect businesses. If a business is green, and cares about … Continue reading

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Strategy and Markets: McDonald’s in China

When a business is just starting up it is important that they have a well thought out business plan. This business plan should include an industry description, their competition, management and operations information, and other essential factors. As well, a … Continue reading

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Employee Satisfaction: The Importance of Company Culture

In order for a business to successfully function, it needs its employees to be as efficient as possible. The more passionate and committed an employee is, the better work they will produce. For companies, having a group of employees striving … Continue reading

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