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Part 4: Applied Motivation

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  Introduction In my free time, I usually volunteer to work at Harvest Manitoba, or also known as the food bank. I joins the sortation team at the food bank, whose jobs are to open products' boxes and classify food into categories. Each shift consists of a team of about 8 to 10 people working voluntarily in 2 hours. The group of volunteers working for the food bank is a dedicated and compassionate team who are committed to fight the hunger and support the community. From college students to retirees, professionals to homemakers, each member of this diverse group brings their unique skills and experiences to contribute to the overall effectiveness of the team. Here are some pictures of the place I was belong to: As a manager, to increase motivation among the group members working for the food bank, here is a plan that includes six specific actions: 1. Recognize volunteers' effort Implement a recognition program that highlights individual achievements, for example " Voluntee

Part 3: Personal Leadership Philosophy

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  Here are the three people that I admire the most for their leadership abilities: 1. Lionel Andrés Messi Lionel Messi is an Argentine professional footballer, who is considered the greatest player of all time. It is nothing more to say about this man's talent in football. In this article, I would not analyze about his soccer skills, I would like to introduce about his role in the Argentina national football team as the Captain. Here are some of the key values of his leadership in his team: Messi has been appointed as the captain of the Argentine national team, and his leadership in both on and off the field has been instrumental in guiding and inspiring his teammates. He has emphasized the importance of collective efforts and ensures that the team's goals take the priority over individual achievements. He provides guidance, encouragement, and support to his teammates, helping them develop and perform at their best. Additionally, Messi is known for his positive attitude and spo

Part 2: Rational Decision Making - Ethical Dilemma

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Introduction & Problem Identification My topic is called "Unethical Sales Presentation Techniques" in the Marketing Cases category. Here is the original scenario: "In an effort to finalize the sale of an expensive, out-of-stock television set, an electronics salesperson is considering a strategy of promising the customer one-day delivery when it will really take at least a week to have the set shipped from the factory." In brief, an electronics salesperson was facing a challenging situation while trying to close a sale for an expensive, out-of-stock television set. By promising one-day delivery, the salesperson has made a successful sale, satisfying both the customer and the salesperson's objective. However, this goes against the principles of honesty and integrity in business, which could potentially lead to negative consequences in long term. Decision Criteria Honesty and Integrity (Weight: High) Although in short term, the salesperson has made a successfu