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What news stories do you read? | |
Division of news stories | ● People expect to get from reading news. ● News stories are roughly divided into two classes. ● Some news will excite their readers instantly while others won't. |
of the two classes | ● News of immediate reward will seemingly take their readers to the very frightening scene without actual . ● Readers will associate themselves closely with what happens in the news stories and imilar feelings with those involved. |
● News of delayed reward will make readers suffer, or present a to them. ● News of delayed reward will induce the reader to for the reality while news of immediate reward will lead the reader to from the reality. | |
Unstable boundaries of the two classes | ● What readers expect from news stories are largely shaped by their . ● Serious readers will both get excited over what happens in some news stories and themselves to the reality. ● Thus, the division, on the whole, on the reader. |
The benefits of being an independent business are truly great. Beyond the rewarding nature of owning something truly unique, small businesses have the edge over their big business counterparts in many areas. Consider the importance of being independent and how that independence can help drive your business.
To some, having fewer customers simply means less cash flow; however, having a smaller base also allows you to focus more on customer satisfaction.
Companies are always searching for ways to improve customer service and have more of their business. Whether through paying special attention to who comes through your door or monitoring your customers through the social network, it's less of trouble to make sure your customers' needs are being met when there's a smaller sample to deal with. In addition, it becomes much easier to create a personal connection with buyers when you have enough time and attention to show them some love.
Small businesses have an inherent advantage over their big box competitors in the sense that they can offer something different. People want to see the independent businesses that offer unique products and flavor to their communities. Your business can be the difference when it comes to what customers want.
Of course, big box companies will almost always beat you down when it comes to price. Consider, however, that if you can offer a truly unique product or experience, price becomes much less of an issue.
People like the idea of supporting local independent businesses versus “the big guys”. So, what businesses are booming due to the rise of independence?
Craft Beer(精酿啤酒) —- The craft beer movement in the United States is supported so widely that big breweries have taken to creating their own competing “craft beer” brands in an attempt to follow the trend. While Anheuser Busch represents nearly half of America's breweries, craft beer has seen a huge jump in sales in recent years.
Video Games —- Whether through PCs, traditional consoles or mobile games, independent developers are supported by enthusiastic fans and micro-transactions in an industry that was formerly dominated by bigger developers.
Musicians —- The modern web offers immense opportunities to musicians, resulting in more economic and artistic freedom. A surprising number of mainstream artists have seen great success from their independent releases, such as Macklemore's The Heist, which has sold over one million copies in the United States alone.
Some small businesses don't want to be small businesses forever. Regardless, consider what independence does for you and your company. If you offer something out of the ordinary, you can build an audience that respects your individuality and supports your cause.
The necessity of being an independent business | ||
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An offer of something completely different | Small businesses can offer something {#blank#}4{#/blank#} the ordinary to their communities. | |
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What Does Teamwork Really Mean?
We often hear the word "teamwork". But are you a team player? Understanding the question can surely promote team spirit as well as individual development. In many job interviews, a common question is whether the interviewee is a "team player". More often than not, he or she will say "yes". But what does being a team player really mean?
On the most basic level, a team player is someone who can work within a group of people. This group is a number of people greater than one. Therefore it is an essential requirement of any employment that any potential employee is a team player.
On a deeper level, a team player is someone who can play a role in the team, to achieve and support the goals set and agreed upon by the team. The simplest analogy(类似)to the corporate team would be a sports team.
There are two main aims of the football team. One is to score goals and the other is to prevent the opposition team from scoring. In football, there are eleven players per side, and almost the same number of players in reserve. There are also other vital members of the team in the background, such as the coach, the doctor, etc.
Every member of the team has a very specific role - as a captain, goalkeeper. Every member of the team is vital to the success of the team. If one player does not perform to the best of his or her ability, the team is handicapped(阻碍,妨碍).
Similarly in the corporate world, each company has its clearly defined goals. Every member of the corporate team should have specific roles and responsibilities in view of achieving these goals.
Being a team player does not mean you should always agree with the rest of the team. There are times when your vision may differ from the vision of the company, the leader or the rest of the team. It may be a valid vision and if you believe in it strongly enough, you should share it with the rest of the team. If the leader is a competent one, he or she will assess it on its merits and not let ego(自我,自负) get in the way. However, if the team should not agree with your vision, don't take it personally.
They may find the idea inappropriate, not YOU personally. Don't take it as a sign of personal rejection. If your leader or team members see that you can handle rejection of your ideas in a mature manner, it is only to your own credit.
So, don't be afraid to offer new ideas even seemingly crazy ones. Everyone in the team should feel free to offer ideas and not worry about them being dismissed.
The pleasure of working in an environment where every member of the team is a team player is unparalleled. If you are not enjoying your working environment, chances are high that your team is also not working well. Ask yourself this:
Are your team objectives in line with those of the company? If not, why not?
What Does Teamwork Really Mean?
Introduction |
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The essence of a team player |
●{#blank#}2{#/blank#}, a team player is one who can work within a group of people. |
●Deeply, a team player is one who can play a role in the team. |
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In a football team ●There are two aims of the football team—to score goals and prevent the opponents from scoring. ●Every member has a specific role and plays a(n) {#blank#}4{#/blank#} role in the success of the team. |
In the corporate world ●Each company has its clearly defined goals. ●Every member of the team should {#blank#}5{#/blank#}their responsibility for their goals. |
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●You should have your own idea when your vision {#blank#}7{#/blank#}with that of the company, the leader or the rest of the team. |
●When others find the idea inappropriate, don't take the rejection personally and you should handle it {#blank#}8{#/blank#}. |
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●Although seeming crazy, new ideas should be offered {#blank#}9{#/blank#} and freely. |
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Conclusion |
●If you are not happy in your working environment, it is {#blank#}10{#/blank#} that your team is not working well. |
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