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View the following video about the top ten labor strikes in U. S. history (measured by numerical or historical significance):

(WatchMojo.com, 2014).

WatchMojo.com (2014). Top 10 labor strikes in U.S. history. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xgd7_K5pCCU.

Case Assignment

Select one of the strikes presented in the video as your focus for this assignment:

10. Steel Strike 1919
9. UPS Worker Strike 1997
8. U.S. Postal Strike 1970
7. Professional Air Traffic Controllers Strike 1981
6. Homestead Steelworkers Strike 1892
5. ILGWU Garment Workers Strike 1909
4. Great Railroad Strike 1922
3. Textile Workers Strike 1934
2. Bituminous Coal Strike 1946
1. Steelworkers Strike 1959

Prepare a 4- to 5-page paper addressing the following:

1. Summarize the story behind the strike.
2. Was there a “winning” side and a “losing” side? Or, were both sides “winners? Or, were both sides “losers”? Why?
3. The union movement has changed throughout history. Many labor-management agreements today call for cooperation between management and labor. Discern whether or not, given this turbulent history, a cooperative partnership is even possible.

Use at least five Online Library sources plus any applicable background readings to support your discussion.

1. Discussion #1 Forum Posts 

2. Reflection Essay #1

Respond  to Karen Harrison post 

Instruction

• In the 21st century, there are few people who do not have an established social media presence.  This is part of your brand. Establishing a brand that is attractive to potential employers is a crucial step in the job search process. Your presence on social media accounts can help or hurt your job search.
  • Consider your presence on social media, whether personal or professional.
    • Describe one element of your social media presence that you can use to support the brand you want your potential employers to see. How does this element demonstrate the elements of P.R.I.C.E or some soft skills? Support your response with at least one external resource.
    • Describe one element of your social media presence that could negatively affect the impression potential employers have of you (your brand). How does this element impair your goal to present yourself as a professional?
  • Describe two tasks you can perform to strengthen and/or improve your brand using social media. Support your response with at least one external resource.
    • For each task, describe how completing it would help you in your job search activities.
    • For each task, discuss any barriers you might anticipate while completing it.

Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.

 QUESTIONS 1. In a US work environment, would reading a newspaper or magazine with nude pictures on the cover be sexual harassment? 2. If so, would it be sexual harassment in Germany when working for the same company? Why or why not? 3. Frau Knies argues that Rebecca’s request to prohibit Germans from reading newspapers which offend her is no different than prohibiting German women from dressing in ways which offend Islamic immigrants working in the plant. Is this a valid argument? Why or why not? 4. What should Rebecca do? 5. What should Rebecca’s company have done to prevent this problem? 

Instructions

Consider that you found an online job posting for your  dream job. Practice     completing a résumé package that includes a cover letter, a  résumé, and a     professional strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats  (SWOT)    analysis.  This résumé package is designed to help you prepare for a  future    job  search.  

Cover Letter

The cover letter must be at least a one-page (three-paragraph)     memo that has been  tailored to a specific job that interests you. Outline your    cover letter using  the following steps: 

• an opening paragraph that describes the position you are applying for,                   
• a body paragraph that explains your skills and experience, and 
• a closing paragraph that requests an interview and provides your contact              information. 

Résumé 

The résumé must be at least one page in length and  should adhere to  the    steps outlined in Chapter 14 (see page 206). The details  within the résumé     must be current with all relevant and up-to-date information. 

SWOT Analysis 

The SWOT analysis should address the professional  strengths, weaknesses,     opportunities, and threats related to your professional  career. Be honest with    yourself as you create this analysis. You may use bullet  points for the SWOT     analysis, but please use detailed and complete sentences.  Your SWOT    analysis must be at least one page in length. 

Compile  all three sections into one word document. Your complete    assignment must be at least three pages in length. Outside sources are  not a    requirement for this  assignment.  

Topic for PowerPoint Presentation

The Civil Right Rights Act of 1964. Each group member will pick a topic and thoroughly discuss the chosen topic. You should tell (1) why it is important, (2) how it has impacted the workforce, and (3) if that topic has impacted you. 

 What should be included in disaster planning for a large employer in Annapolis, Maryland, that is concerned about natural disasters such as floods and snowstorms that might shut down the company and parts of the city?

Your discussion is to be submitted in 12-point Times New Roman font using APA format.  You must have a minimum of two sources to support your answer. You must also have a minimum of two intext citation of your sources. This is very important.

Students are required to post their primary response (200 word minimum) by Sunday midnight. Students will respond to 1 other posting (150 words minimum each) by Sunday midnight..

Based on the community in which you reside, if you were in a leadership position (or working as an emergency manager), what are some of the future challenges your community might face in regards to changes in disaster and emergency responses? How will your previous experiences and trainings be used in order to convey those skills to new leaders in your community?

Pareto optimality says that no one can be made better off without making someone else worse off. Otherwise, if someone can be made better off without harming someone else, the current situation is wasteful (efficiency). Do you agree or disagree? Why or why not? 300 words with references