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The Difference Between Good and Great, 2008.
A review of "Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't" by Jim Collins.
1,104 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 6 sources, APA, £ 27.95
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The paper discusses Jim Collins' belief that many of our schools, business and other entities are satisfied with being good and are unwilling to push on to greatness. The paper looks at Jim Collins' "Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't" where he tries to analyze what makes some companies more successful than others. The paper discusses Collins' findings and relates that this book has been praised by business, non-profit and religious leaders alike, but leaves unanswered certain questions.
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"For this study, Collins and his team of analysts undertook a five year study in which they determined which Fortune 500 companies have outperformed the market and their industrial sector over such a long period of time that the impact of luck, timing, or a single charismatic leader could largely be factored out as keys to success. Collins and company then analyzed each of these companies to learn what made them continually so successful. Notably, their selection criteria were highly selective: eleven companies of almost 1,500 possible choices met their criteria. (Collins, 2001, pp. 2-16)"
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'Good to Great', 2006.
A review of the book 'Good to Great' by Jim Collins.
1,418 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 33.95
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This paper takes a look at Jim Collins' book, 'Good to Great'. According to the paper, Collins critiques the culture of mediocrity. The paper discusses how Collins' study of effective organizational management presents case studies and quantitative data to illustrate why and how some companies succeed, becoming the best in their field. The paper further reports that according to Collins, greatness comes from a combination of factors.
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"Discipline comes into play in the ways good-to-great companies integrate technology into their operations. Rather than implement technology for technology's sake, good-to-great organizations use technology as a tool specific to their needs. Technology never prevents a great company from losing its footing or discipline. Technology, according to Collins in Chapter 7, "Technology Accelerators," accelerates change and can help an organization remain competitive and on-target with goals. Rarely does technology actually catalyze the shift from goodness to greatness. In the following chapter Collins claims that great companies use acquisitions as accelerators, rather than as instigators, of change."
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"Good to Great", 2004.
A review of Jim Collins book.
2,300 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 1 source, APA, £ 56.95
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This paper presents a review and evaluation of Jim Collins' 2001 book: "Good to Great". It discusses the type of leader needed to bring a company from good to enduring greatness. The paper looks at key concepts, examples and the methodology employed by Collins and his research team.
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"In Taking Good to Great business writer researcher teacher JimCollins asks the question how do good companies become great companies. He provides the answer and in so doing comes up with several conclusionst hat challenge conventional wisdom ..."
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The Great-or-Not-so-Great Gatsby, 2003.
This paper provides an analysis of F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby", discussing whether or not this is a good book.
3,708 words (approx. 14.8 pages), 10 sources, MLA, £ 73.95
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In this article, the writer notes that almost without exception, literary critics point to Fitzgerald's 1925 novel, "The Great Gatsby" as a brilliant contribution and one of the key books of the 20th century. However, the writer points out that a few other brave souls have had the courage to venture the opinion that it was not a good book and was certainly not deserving of the accolades heaped upon it over the years. Further, the writer notes that other observers suggest the author drank too much and too often and that, as a result, Fitzgerald failed to achieve the level of respect he deserved. To determine who is right, this paper provides an overview of F. Scott Fitzgerald's work as well as what the admirers and the critics have to say. A summary of the research and salient findings are provided in the conclusion.
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Introduction
Review and Discussion
Conclusion
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"However, by 1937 he had come managed to become a scriptwriter in Hollywood where he met and fell in love with Sheilah Graham, a well-known Hollywood gossip columnist. Fitzgerald lived the rest of his life with Graham, except for occasional binges when he became bitter and violent. Mizener notes that on occasion, Fitzgerald would visit Zelda or his daughter Scottie (who entered Vassar College in 1938.)"
"According to Bruccoli's biography, Fitzgerald experienced problems being accorded a full measure of respect during his early career because his reputation as a drinker reinforced the perception of him as an irresponsible writer."
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"Good Night, and Good Luck", 2007.
This paper discusses media ethics in the movie "Good Night, and Good Luck."
999 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 25.95
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The paper describes how the film, "Good Night, and Good Luck"
takes place in the hostile environment of the "Red Scare" in 1950s America. The paper relates that "Good Night, and Good Luck" tells the story of the CBS broadcast team who overcome immense pressure from sponsors, owners and even the government in an attempt to broadcast the truth to America. The paper examines how the characters face three ethical dilemmas that are a reflection of the difficult ethical choices that exist in the media.
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"There are numerous ethical issues facing the characters in "Good Night, and Good Luck." The primary ethical issue is Edward Murrow's quest to maintain what he believes his right from wrong in his reporting of the news. A second ethical issue is Joseph McCarthy's apparent unethical decision to use lies to get his point of view across. He calls anyone that crosses or dares oppose him a Communist. A third ethical decision involves the CBS Studio who decides to turn a blind eye to the in house marriage which is against company rules and regulations."
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Film: "Good Night and Good Luck" (2006), 2007.
This paper is a a visual analysis of the film "Good Night and Good Luck" (2006).
2,580 words (approx. 10.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 55.95
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This paper explains that the film "Good Night and Good Luck" is a social commentary and biography of 1950s era CBS television newsman Edward R. Murrow (1908-1965), and the period of the "McCarthy Years". The author points out that the transitions between film shots and real footage was made excellent because both the entire film and the real footage are in black and white and almost always the people inside the CBS studio itself are seen looking at television monitors where this footage is playing. The paper relates that the film was effective visually as a depiction of the 1950s because it was shot it entirely in black and white (as there was no color television in the 1950s), the 1950s-era costumes, the prevalence of cigarette smoke inside the workplace, the 1950s jazz instrumental and vocal music and the overall stark, "no frills" atmosphere of this era and setting.
Table of Contents:
Introduction: A Background History of the Film
Beginning Credits
Lead-in Shots, Techniques, and Attraction of Audience Interest Sequencing of Scenes and Episodes from a Visual Standpoint
Color Scheme and Motifs
Costume Design. Music: How Does Music Support the Visuals? Recurring Visual Motifs and Symbols
A Scene with Only a Little Dialog Dependent on Visuals
The Most Memorable Scene
Camera work: Close ups? Distance shots? Unusual Angles?
Closing Scenes
Observations
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"The credits at the beginning of "Good Night and Good Luck" appear, interspersed with various lead-in shots of newsmen dressed in 1950's era tuxedos and smoking cigarettes, along with a few women in evening dress, waiting for a speech by Edward R. Murrow. The credits are not given all at once, but rather, mixed in, at evenly-timed short intervals, among the opening shots. The opening credits are not extensive, but mention only the director, producer, and a few others. When these few credits are over, then, wed are already involved in the lead in action of the movie, ..."
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Behind Every Good Man is a Good Woman, 2003.
The following paper presents a detailed examination of women in the confederacy.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 9 sources, £ 33.95
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The writer discusses the duties and involvement that women had in the way as well as examples of patriotism shown by women. We are also given some examples of female heroines from the war.
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?When we think about a Southern Belle, we envision a pale, fragile wisp of a woman who swoons if it gets to hot. She is delicate and beautiful and must be taken care of by a man. Over the last centuries this is the image that we have adopted when it comes to the way we perceive Southern women. The reality however is much different. Even during the Civil War women of the Confederate side were tough, capable and willing to do what ever it took to win the war effort against the North.?
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Alexander the Great Deserved the Title "Great", 2001.
This paper follows the life and times of Alexander the Great in an attempt to prove his greatness.
1,365 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 9 sources, £ 32.95
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The author wrestles with Alexander the Greats' inclinations towards both good and evil in an attempt to show that he deserved the title: "Great". By comparing and contrasting, she is able to build a case that he was, indeed, as his name implies, 'Great'. With some interesting quotes from people that knew Alexander the Great personally.
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"Alexander the Great was a charismatic person who won the heart of the people he ruled throughout his short reign. He led them to victory against their enemies and had a generous nature. There was another side to Alexander though; he could be cruel, irrational and was known for his drunken rages. Despite his faults, Alexander?s conquests, achievements and personal traits made him worthy of the title, ?the Great.? "
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Leadership within Law Enforcement, 2008.
A review of leadership within law enforcement, focusing on Jim Collins' book entitled "Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't."
1,432 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 5 sources, APA, £ 33.95
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This paper discusses leadership as it is found (or perhaps should be found) within law enforcement. The paper focuses on the views of Jim Collins in his book entitled "Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't." The paper suggests that the business community has much to offer the institution of leadership within law enforcement.
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Abstract
Finding Leaders
Cultivating Leaders
Turnover vs. Churn
Facing Facts
Conclusion
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"It is not accidental that the concept of core mission recurs in the discussion of leadership. If nothing else persists of this paper's discussion of leadership and law enforcement, preserve the idea that leadership in law enforcement must clearly define and disseminate the core values and core mission of their entities and make every effort to ensure that the individuals responsible for realizing that common vision are the best possible candidates, empowered to question authority and effect change and progress and armed with facts. Then they can make what would otherwise be empty slogans into a reality that the community can see in action and rally around. In this way, those remarkable individuals who stand in the intersections of our society can be made powerful and positive agents for the safety and preservation of the communities to which they have been entrusted."
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"Good Man" According to Aristotle, 2002.
Examines the function of Aristotle's "good man" and "good citizen" in his ideal polis.
2,650 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 6 sources, £ 69.95
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This paper will approach Aristotle's "good man" in terms of both Aristotle's "Nichomachean Ethics" and his "Politics". It will be argued that the "good man's" relationship with the ideal polis can only be understood in terms of the ethical and political distinction Aristotle draws between the "good man" and the "good citizen". While in the ideal polis the two are identical, in the real world they are separate more often than not. From this perspective, the "good man" may be seen to vindicate the ideal polis in that the perfection of the state is dependent upon all its component units being good.
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A Good Woman in Colonial Times, 2007.
An analysis of "Sovereignty and Goodness of Good" by Mary Rowlandson.
1,410 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 33.95
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The paper discusses how "Sovereignty and Goodness of Good" by Mary Rowlandson is both typical and atypical of captivity narratives of the early American colonial period. The paper examines how the author refers to the Native-Americans as savages. However, as her captivity wore on, and her experiences with the Native-Americans grew more intimate, Mary Rowlandson began to show more compassion and balance in her point of view of the Native-Americans. The paper reveals her morality and culture and maintains that this personal adaptability, combined with a balance and generosity of spirit that marks Mary as a distinct voice, may have garnered Mary's greater acceptance by her captives. The paper adds that it also gains her an additional credit as a historical voice and testimony to early settler and Native conflicts.
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"It is true that Mary's religious language makes itself evident in the narrative early on. Mary paints the Native's conflicts with the settlers in black-and-white moral terms and demonstrates the similarity of her perspective with other captive women in her theological viewpoint. Mary's view of the events of her life as a playing-out of Biblical conflicts, rather than a struggle for amoral natural resources shows how her fundamental perspective is still united with the culture of her original English people, throughout her travels with the Indians."
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Good Students and Schools, 2002.
An analysis of what constitutes a good student and what a good school should represent.
1,650 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 5 sources, £ 44.95
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This paper will discuss what is a good student and what this means in the context of how a student functions in learning about the world that he or she lives in. Also, an evaluation of what represents a good school will be provided by an analysis of the objectives that an institution should take to best teach its students and prepare them for the real life. All of these topics will be covered in this paper to create a clear understanding of achieving excellence in both fields.
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What is Great Art?, 2002.
This paper is in essay form and explores the question "What is great art?" by using a definition given by Bernard Shaw ?Great art can never be anything else but didactic.?
1,635 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 38.95
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The author, based on Bernard Shaw?s didactic statement, evaluates five ?great? literary works in search of the answer: F. Scott Fitzgerald?s ?The Great Gatsby?, Pearl S. Buck?s ?The Good Earth?, Shaw?s ?Pygmalion?, Annie Dillard?s ?The Writing Life? and Bauby?s memoir, ?The Diving Bell and the Butterfly?. The author concludes that Shaw?s argument has validity only in regards to literature but didacticism alone does not make anything great.
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"Pearl S. Buck?s classic, The Good Earth, is a work of great art that seems to defy Shaw?s contention. It is a book whose greatness is attributed to the story of a family?s perseverance through the barren land of china as they made their way through the dregs of society surviving famine, working for nothing, watching loved ones die, allowing their home to be ravaged, reviving their land?the story of a family?s champion over life."
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Brecht?s 'The Good Woman of Setzuan', 2000.
Bertolt Brecht?s 'The Good Woman of Setzuan' portrays the struggle to be good while living in a corrupt society and the delicate balance needed to survive within it.
2,085 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 46.95
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An analysis of Bertolt Brecht?s play 'The Good Woman of Setzuan'. Throughout the play Shen Te juggles her promise to be good with the necessity to be bad. The author finds through the protagonist and the creation of her doppelganger, 'The Good Woman of Setzuan' portrays the struggle to be good while living in a corrupt society, and the delicate balance needed to survive within it as seen in Shen Te's struggle as a good woman leading the life of a prostitute.
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"Shen Te, a good woman, a prostitute, and the only one willing to take three gods into her home is rewarded with 1000 silver dollars, with which she is to ?above all be good?(712). This mission tears her in two. Shen Te and her doppelganger Shui Ta are in a delicate balance of power. Shen Te needs to keep her promise to the gods by being a good woman, helping those around her in need. Because Shen Te is too good, those she helps threaten to ruin her own survival. To remain a good woman Shen Te must create someone to fight for her. Like parents, both Shui Ta and Shen Te make up the whole of one unit. Shen Te is a nurturing, sweet mother-type while Shui Ta becomes a strict, disciplinarian, father-type. Through the protagonist and the creation of her doppelganger, Brecht?s The Good Woman of Setzuan portrays the struggle to be good while living in a corrupt society, and the delicate balance needed to survive within it."
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