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- 1. Running head: Variables Variables 3 Ashcroft (2010) points out that with increased global demand for environmentally friendly toys, Sloge has no other option than eliminating oil-based toys. According to (Wighton, 2015) the company is set to have all its toy bricks made of non-oil based plastic by 2030. Wighton continues to mention that the company will do this in a bid to reduce its global carbon footprint. However, this change will come at a costly price as the overhaul of producing the same products with new sustainable materials will require intensive research and development. The giant toy company is yet to identify a suitable sustainable and eco-friendly material to manufacture the non-oil based toys. Sloge is therefore compelled to do thorough research and development of currently required product manufacture elements. A Lego Sustainable Materials Centre is expected to be established at the Lego Headquarters in Billund, Denmark as indicated in a report by (Starr, 2015). The center is aimed to be used for the manufacture and packaging of the sustainable product. In a statement by Sloge Group captured by (Trangbaek, 2015) the company has already employed 100 employees and professionals knowledgeable in the production of sustainable toys. This move is aimed at increasing productivity and profitability. In addition the company will also liaise with environmental bodies such as the WWF to further assess the sustainability of the new materials they will be using. According to (Starr, 2015) this will go a long way in reducing the company’s negative impact on the environment. Historically, (Shavinina, 2003) proved that a superior and differentiated product will attract more success in the market.
- 2. The differentiated product is often as a result of successful research and development of a new innovation. Sloge customers will automatically demand newly produced products once announced in the market with the hopes to be the first to possess such. The handbook (Shavinina, 2003) further reveals that the more the investment in product development, the more the chance of success of the product in the market. The research that precedes the design and development of the product plays a critical role in the winning strategy of a new product. With this understanding, Sloge seem to have made the right choice by investing $150million towards the research and development of sustainable materials for their toys. In the analysis of this case, therefore, the independent variables are research and development (technology) and human capital (professionals in the new non-oil based toy production). Additionally, productivity and profitability constitute the dependent variables of The Sloge Toy Company. Research Objective The main study aim is to increase economic profits (profitability) by carrying out research and development to determine required environmentally friendly products for manufacture. The development of eco-friendly products is expected to be costly and time-consuming. However the cost of research and development is not expected to reflect directly on the profitability of the product in the market. This is because productivity and profitability are dependent on the technology and human capital rather than on each other. In this research the following hypotheses are developed; Hypothesis statements 1. Sloge profitability is indirectly related to research and development. 2. Sloge productivity increases with increased employment of experts in the non-oil-based toy production department. References Ashcroft, L. (2010). Marketing strategies for visibility. Journal
- 3. of Librarianship and Information Science. Starr, M. (2015, June 29). Lego to stop producing petroleum- based plastic bricks - CNET. Retrieved from http://www.cnet.com/news/lego-to-stop-producing-petroleum- based-plastic-bricks Trangbæk, R. (2015, June 16). LEGO Group Statement. Retrieved from http://www.lego.com/en-us/aboutus/news- room/2015/june/sustainable-materials-centre Wighton, D. (2015, July 13). Lego to save the world by ditching oil-based plastic in their bricks - Techly. Retrieved from http://www.techly.com.au/2015/07/13/lego-save-world-ditching- oil-based-plastic-bricks Networking Networking is one of the most important -- if not the most important -- activities that job-seekers need to master to be truly successful in your job- search. Because the vast majority of job openings are never advertised, job-seekers need to have a network of contacts -- a career network -- that can provide support, information, and job leads. Career Networking Tips Who to Include in Your Career Network Your career network should include anyone who can assist you with a job search or career move. It can include past and present co-workers, bosses,
- 4. friends with similar interests, colleagues from business associations, alumni from your university, or acquaintances you have met via online networking services. Your network can also include family, neighbors, and anyone who might have a connection that will help. What Your Career Network Can Do For You Over 80% of job seekers say that their network has helped with their job search. Networking contacts can help with more than job leads. They can provide referrals to or insider information about companies you might be interested in working for. They can provide information on career fields you might want to explore or what the job market is like in other countries. Your network can give you advice on where to look for jobs or review your CV. The possibilities are endless. Keep in Touch - Work Your Network Don't just contact those who can help when you have just been laid-off from your job or decide you want to look for a new position. Keep in touch with your network regularly - even if it's just a brief email to say hello and to ask how they are doing. People are more willing to help when they know who you are. What You Can Do for Your Career Network Networking shouldn't be a one way street. If you come across an interesting article or a relevant job listing, share it with your network. The point of having a career network is to have resources that can help, but, you should reciprocate,
- 5. whenever you can. Keep Track of Your Network Keep track of your personal career network somewhere. Whether it's electronically or on paper, make sure you know who is who, where they work, and how to get in touch. Online Career Networking Online job searching networking does work. A variety of online networking websites can help you get in touch with other networkers at specific companies, with college affiliations or in a certain geographic area. In addition, if you're a college graduate, your institute may have an alumni career network you can access. Page 1 of 5 Networking When networking with people you don't know, make sure that you know what you want. Are you looking for company information? Do you want to know about job opportunities? Be specific in what you ask for. Networking Events Networking in person works too. If you belong to a professional association, attend a meeting or a mixer. You'll find that many of the participants have the same goals you do and will be glad to exchange business cards. If your college alma mater holds alumni
- 6. networking events (many schools hold them at locations around the world) be sure to attend. Career Networking Examples Here are a few common examples of how career networking can help: • Susan noticed a help-wanted ad for a job at a local veterinary clinic. She called a friend who happened to use that vet. Her friend called the vet and recommended Susan. Susan got an interview and got the job. The vet was glad to hire someone who came highly recommended by a good client. • John was interested in pursuing a career in medicine. He mentioned his interest to a family friend who happened to be a doctor. The doctor arranged for John to spend a day shadowing him at the hospital and provided an excellent recommendation for medical school. • Angela was interested in changing careers and moving from public relations to publishing. Even though she graduated more than a few years ago, she tapped her college career network and came up with a contact at a top New York publishing firm. In addition to being sent new job postings, her resume was hand-delivered to Human Resources when she found a position she wanted to apply for.
- 7. Page 2 of 5 Networking Networking Worksheet Name: _________________________ Dates Called _______/_______/_______ Company Name: ________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________ Phone: _________________ Appointment Time/Date: _____________________ Follow-up: ____________________ Summary of Conversation/Contact___________________________________ _______ _____________________________________________________ _______________ _____________________________________________________
- 8. _______________ _____________________________________________________ _______________ _____________________________________________________ _______________ _____________________________________________________ _______________ _____________________________________________________ _______________ Contact Names Received Name: _______________________ Position: ______________________ Company: _____________________ Phone:________________________ Fax/E-mail: ____________________ Name: _______________________ Position: ______________________ Company: _____________________ Phone:________________________ Fax/E-mail: ____________________
- 9. Page 3 of 5 Networking Sample Job Search Networking Letter Contact Name Title Company Address City, State, Zip Dear Mr. Contact, I was referred to you by Diane Smithers from XYZ company in New York. She recommended you as an excellent source of information on the communications industry. My goal is to secure an entry-level position in communications. I would appreciate hearing your advice on career opportunities in the communications industry, on conducting an effective job search, and on how best to uncover job leads. Thanks so much, in advance, for any insight and advice you would be willing to share. I look forward to contacting you early next week to set up a telephone informational interview. Thank you for your consideration.
- 10. Sincerely, YourFirstName YourLastName Page 4 of 5 Networking Letter of Introduction A letter of introduction is used to write to a connection to refer a candidate for employment or to request career assistance. In many cases, the letter can be sent via email, because that's the quickest and easiest way to connect. Letter of Introduction Sample Dear Bob, (this type of letter is typically sent to someone you know well) I'm writing to introduce you to Janice Dolan. I know Janice through the Brandon Theater Group, where, as you know, I am the technical director. Janice and I worked together on several local theater projects. Janice is interested in relocating to the San Francisco area in the near future and would appreciate any recommendations you could offer her for conducting a job search for a theater position and any help you can provide with the logistics
- 11. of relocating to California. I've attached her resume for your review and you can contact her at [email protected] or 555-555-5555. Thank you in advance for any assistance you can provide. Sincerely, Your Signature Your Name Page 5 of 5 Networking is one of the most important -- if not the most important -- activities that job-seekers need to master to be truly successful in your job-search. Because the vast majority of job openings are never advertised, job-seekers need to have a network of contacts -- a career network -- that can provide support, information, and job leads. Networking Worksheet Letter of Introduction Sample 8/24/2012 Networking Worksheet Networking is a rewarding, lifelong activity that should always be part of your professional development. You want to approach networking as more than just a request for a job; you want to build relationships with others.
- 12. Step 1 List out all of your contacts; this list can include friends, family , faculty, peers, alumni, co‐workers, acquaintances, fellow organization members, dentist or neighbors Step 2 Categorize the list into professional (faculty, acquaintances mad e at professional events, referrals) or personal (family, close friends of the family, friends, or close co‐workers) contact s; use this list to determine how formal or informal your contact with each person should be; contact your professional n etwork through LinkedIn, formal networking events, scheduled phone calls, meetings/lunch meetings, etc.; contact y our personal network through means such as Facebook, texting, phone calls, and casual conversations; maintain your lis t in a spreadsheet or through an electronic contact list or address book Professional Personal
- 13. 8/24/2012 Step 3 Define your style of networking by considering what you excel at or when you may feel most comfortable; identify the best way for you to build your network, both in person or online Do you get completely overwhelmed in any social setting? Tak e advantage of online networking in groups such as LinkedIn, Twitter, or MyWorkster; you can also network one‐on ‐one by scheduling informational interviews (http://careers.embry‐riddle.com/land‐offer/interviewing/networ king/index.html). Are you shy? Volunteer for a professional organization or your local community; sometimes having a task to complete helps you feel at ease as you network
- 14. Do you get overwhelmed by large crowds but like to work in sm aller groups? Identify a smaller organization where you can mingle, or identify groups that could use your expertise and give presentations relevant to your field Are you outgoing and ready to talk to everyone? Use online net working tools and network in person to prevent losing out on contacts that may prefer online social networking Step 4 Plan what you want to convey to your network by using the met hods that work best for you In‐person networking: have your elevator speech (http://intervie w.monster.ca/8890_en‐CA_p1.asp), a 30‐second commercial about you, ready to present at all times Online networking: ensure that your email address, LinkedIn, an d/or Facebook accounts are professional and do not present you in an unprofessional manner; also have your res ume and cover letter ready to share at any time Step 5 Take action – after working out who you can contact, what approach you will take and what you will convey to your group, take the next step and start networking; don’t limit yourself to j ust one style or one group of people Attempt to complete one networking activity per week, and take
- 15. advantage of more opportunities if you are actively searching for a job Think outside of box and consider local Chamber of Commerce meetings, volunteering at your local airport, blogging on a subject matter that you are experienced in, using your hobby to identify new connections, and any other method that could open the door to a new opportunity for you Step 6 General etiquette rules apply to networking: always be polite an d appreciative of what people do for you a good first impression – always be appropriate depending on the event and/or method of networking; remember that your physical appearance contributes to your ove rall impression Always be genuine when networking and avoid “using” people f or their connections Do as much preparation and research as possible before talking with your connections Maintain your contacts and always be willing to help another pe rson – it is a reciprocal relationship Thank a contact if he or she directly or indirectly assists you wi th making a connection; do something to thank the
- 16. person even if it is a simple note of appreciation commitments and promises made Never burn bridges ‐ it can hurt your career progression or job s earch SHORT TITLE OF PAPER 1 Running head: DESCRIPTIVE STATISTICS 1Descriptive StatisticsNameCourse Name Date Instructor’s NameDescriptive Statistics Determine the appropriate descriptive statistics. Note: If the data was normally distributed, use the mean and standard deviation. If the data was skewed significantly, use the median and interquartile range. Numeric Variable Name1 Distribution: State if not normally distributed Central Tendency: Dispersion: Number: Min/Max: Confidence Interval: (if distribution is normal) Numeric Variable Name2 (if applicable) Distribution: State if not normally distributed Central Tendency: Dispersion: Number: Min/Max:
- 17. Confidence Interval: (if distribution is normal) Attribute Variable Name (if applicable) Create a bar chart. Describe the proportions. Descriptive Statistics Interpretation Numeric Variable Name1 Describe the variable in laymen terms. Numeric Variable Name2 (if applicable) Describe the variable in laymen terms. Appendix A Raw data used in the analysis Fit data to one page. Appendix B Charts and Tables This part of the paper will include items that are then cited in the body of the paper. Usually, large items are placed here not to distract from reading the paper. Appendix C Descriptive Statistics This part of the paper will include descriptive statistics. Descriptive Statistics and Interpretation Example Interpretation Phrases Central Tendency: Mean = average of a set of data Median = half or equal number of data is above and half or equal number of data is below. It is a midpoint in an ordered
- 18. (sorted) set of data, a physical location Mode = most frequent value in a set of data Dispersion: Standard deviation = variation Interquartile range (IQR) = the middle 50% of the data Range = the difference between the largest and smallest value of the data Confidence Interval: (data must be normal) There is 95% confidence that the population average is between _____ and ____ units. Normal or significantly skewed data: MegaStat: Descriptive statistics Normal curve goodness of fit p- value · Normal, p-value > .05 · Significantly Skewed, p-value < .05 Histogram: Eyeball the histogram. · Normal data will have a symmetrical or slightly skewed shape. · Significantly Skewed shape will have extreme skewness Use phrase combinations: Normally distributed: Mean and Standard Deviation, Not normally distributed: Median and IQR Body Weight (Lbs.) Central Tendency: Mean = 149 Lbs. Dispersion: Standard deviation = 30 Lbs. Count: 100 Min/Max:
- 19. 99 pounds and 234 Lbs. Confidence Interval: 144 to 155 Lbs. See the histogram in Appendix A, and descriptive statistics in Appendix B. Age Distribution is not normally distributed Central Tendency: Median = 36 years Dispersion: Interquartile Range = 20.5 years / 2 = ± 10 years Count: 100 Min/Max: 18 years and 74 years Confidence Interval: Not applicable (data is not normally distributed) See the histogram in Appendix A, and descriptive statistics in Appendix B. A scatter plot is in Appendix C. Education Level Thirteen percent of the subjects have no high school degree while 44% have high school degree. Forty three percent have a college or college graduate degree. See the bar chart in Appendix D. Descriptive Statistics Interpretation Interpretation Body Weight One hundred subjects were randomly selected. Their body weight was observed between 99 and 234 pounds. Their average weight was 149 pounds, with a variation of plus or minus 30
- 20. pounds. One half or more were above 149 pounds. There is 95% confidence that the population body weight average is between 144 and 155 pounds. Age The data was significantly skewed. One hundred subjects were randomly selected. Their ages were between 18 and 74 years, with a variation of plus or minus 10 years. One half or more subjects were 36 years of age or older. The middle half of the subjects’ ages fell between 27 and 47 years. The most frequent age was 36 years. APPENDIX A Body Weight and Age Histograms APPENDIX B Descriptive Statistics Body Weight and Age APPENDIX C Scatterplot Body Age versus Weight APPENDIX D Bar Chart Education Level