Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: Danger of a Single Story Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, a Nigerian writer, presents on the dangers of a single story about a particular group of people or society to a white audience. She recounts how the single stories in various instances of her life affected her judgment and understanding of people. For example, it never occurred to her that Fide; their houseboy had a sibling who could weave such beautiful baskets because all she knew about him was poverty told by her mum. She also illustrates how she interpreted Mexicans as immigrants and nothing more because of the stories she had. Ngozi’s most significant point is that single stories about people have consequences. Single stories create stereotypic notions about people because they are definitive of those people in most cases. Chimamanda adds that single stories takes away the dignity, equality and emphasizes on differences of societies. This calls for writers to engage societies fully to understand the positive sides of their stories and stop focusing on negativities. She concludes that a different and better world, which she describes…
Real estate in the context of employment As the real estate market keeps on developing, interest for realtors stays solid. Land merchants deals specialists and consultants help their clients buy and sell properties at the more ideal prices. They are legitimately associated with making contracts, looking for selling openings, and closing deals (Palm, 1985). Practically all land dealers and specialists brokers are independently employed, which makes their acquiring potential boundless (Melser & Hill, 2018). the individuals who try sincerely and build up their abilities appreciate the opportunity to compose their check and build up their vocation at their own pace (Liang & McIntosh, 1998). In this essay, we are going to look at how venture in real estate as the field of employment can be rewarding, opportunities that come with it, and shortcomings that can be witnessed in this hustle. Some flaws are associated with this kind of job, but it also beneficial to some context (Liang & McIntosh, 1998). Employment of real estate agents and brokers is delicate to swings in the general economy, the wellbeing of the real…
documents of Virginia and Kentucky resolution Introduction The documents of Virginia and Kentucky resolution argues that the primary General Assembly of Virginia is to ensure that it expresses a resolution that is firm in order to maintain and, at the same time, be able to defend the constitution of the United States of America. Besides protecting the constitution of the United States of America, it also protects the constitution of the Virginia State against any aggression from either the domestic or the foreign (Calhoun,1828). It will also provide support to the National government of the United States by observing the provided measures warranted. On the other side, the document of South Carolina exposition and protest primarily focused on the subject known as deliberate attention. The entire legislation had a unanimous agreement that the duties on imports to be imposed but not get revenue but to ensure the protection of one constituent of the industry at the expense of others was considered to be unconstitutional. It was viewed as a sign of corrupting the moral virtues of the public and ruining…
Economic Bubble According to Prateek Singh, the economic bubble refers to a commercial-stage that experiences increase in expansion, followed by a decrease in the factor (Singh, 2015). Similarly, the economic bubble is fostered by increased pricing of financial assets. The rapid growth in the asset prices is as a result of increased expenditure. Increase in the economic growth also results in better organizational performances (Dassios, & Li, 2018). As such, the case results in improved remuneration rates for the employees. Equally, there is improved purchasing power among the individuals that ultimately results in the hiking of asset prices. Additionally, the economic expansion also results in a financial bubble. Increase in the expansion rates enhances liquidity. As a result, the borrowing capacity of individuals increases. The increased lending rates result in lower interests that ultimately boost investment. The escalation in investment power consequently causes the economic bubble. Further, Singh elaborates that the economic bubble that was experienced in the Netherlands resulted in improved expenditure among the merchants. Likewise, the high investment rates were as a result of increased trade in the…
Response Paper 2: Race, Science, and Tropical Diseases In this essay, the key learning area is how colonialism led to the development of racial science. The main focus is on how tropical diseases shaped the transition from racial theories, which are triggered by natural philosophy to racial biological theories. The primary materials utilized in this essay include “The Tender Frame of Man”: Disease, Climate, and Racial Difference in India and the West Indies, 1760-1860” by Mark Harrison and “Tropical Medicine’s Contribution to Colonial Racism” by Daniel Baron. Moreover, the final section looks at a contemporary article about the prevalence of tropical diseases today posted on the new scientist website. “Unifying theme” in Harrison’s Article In this section, the essay will try to explain what the author means when he states that the “unifying theme” of 18th century colonial medicine was “the distinctiveness of the tropical disease environment and its maladies.” Also, the essay will look into the significance of the scientific concepts of “acclimatization” and “seasoning” to European approaches to the tropical disease environment. The unifying theme in the…
Venezuela Venezuela is a country in North America that is located in the Northern part. Two seas bound the country; these are the Caribbean Sea as well as the Atlantic sea on the northern side. Guyana bounders from east and Brazil from the south, Columbia is located at the southwest as well as on west part. The capital city of this country is called Caracas. Caracas is the center of education, tourism, industry, and commerce. The state administers most of the Caribbean islands, including Los Roques, La Blanquilla, La Tortuga, Margarita Island, and Los Monjes. The country is physiographically diverse, the country occupies Andean mountain from the North as well as interior high lands, and this is where Orinoco River lies and Lake Maracaibo, which happens to be the largest in South America. The highest waterfall in the world is in this country; the waterfall is called Angel Falls. The development speed of Venezuela is unique, the sequence, speed as well as timing in terms of economies together with demographic growth is beheld expectations. In the 20th century, this country…
Behavioral Finance Financial decision making requires the implementation of effective regulations. Similarly, different disciplines like psychology and economics, influence the nature of the rules utilized in making rational judgments. The decisions made in life rely on the need to maintain happiness. Equally, the choices made regarding emotional and economic situations must result in the achievement of long term objectives. Similarly, the actions that result in personal satisfaction depend on external factors like government regulations and economic conditions. According to Daniel Kahnemann article on Behavioral Finance, the theory of behavioral finance is critical in the implementation of commercial plans. Kahnemann is a Professor in Psychology at the Princeton University (BCC Speaker, 2018). However, Kahnemann indicates that some of the choices made by financial managers rely on irrational thoughts. As such, the decisions focus on the short term rather than long term needs. Similarly, the managers end up with the selection of inadequate measures. According to the psychologist, the majority of the decisions made by the investors result in irrational judgments. The model proposed by the speaker indicates that the cognitive ability…
Warehouse designs 1. Introduction Changing of warehouse designs is not a task you see every day. A thorough study on the current system is done to determine its weaknesses and strengths to ensure that the new, improved system will efficiently work while rectifying the mishaps that were experienced from the predecessor layout system (Mohsen and Hassan, 2002). The turnover process is prone to facing some problems. Some of the managerial issues accompanying the amendment are as stated below. 2. Managerial Issues Expected During Rolling Out Of The New Design First and foremost, issues are bound to arise when any new system is introduced. One should, therefore, not be dismayed when issues occur. They should instead be adequately prepared to combat the problems. Thus, a precise budget should be made while incorporating risks that may arise. Extra costs should also be expected on the items and staff that may be needed when the crisis arises. A risk analysis is, therefore, carried out during the rolling out of the system to be prepared for anything that could happen. The above issues were…
Disparities to Health in Healthy People 2020 Introduction As a population becomes increasingly diverse, the health care systems face new opportunities and challenges as they strive to deliver better care according to the needs of society. Health disparities refer to differences in health and health care between groups that are closely linked with social, economic, and environmental disadvantages. Inequalities are experienced in dimensions such as sexual orientation, race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, age, gender, disability status, and geographical location (Akinboro et al., 2016). According to Healthy people 2020, the disparity is defined as a health difference that is associated with social or environmental disadvantages. Such inequities tend to affect individuals who regularly experience extreme obstacles based on their race or gender. Over the years, racial and ethnic minorities have experienced redundancy upon reception of medical care, and this still exists as a challenge to them. Tools to Identify Health Care Inequities The Health Research and Educational Trust of America identifies various tools that will aid in identifying and provide amicable solutions to solve health inequality cases. The department seeks to…
The Success of Warren Edward Buffet Warren Edward Buffet was born in the year 1930 in Omaha (Schroeder, 2008). Buffet is an investment guru and also recognized as one of the wealthiest names in the world. Warren is also one of the most respectable figures in the business industry courtesy to his excellence in investments. Buffet married his first wife (Susan Thompson) at the age of 22 years in 1952. Buffet and Suzan had three siblings, namely Howard, Susan, and peter. However, Suzan (the first wife) died in the year 2004, but they had divorced in the late 1970s. Several factors contribute to the success of Warren. One of the most primary out of all the factors is that Warren demonstrated special abilities in matters concerning business at a very young age. In this context, Warren established his first limited company (Buffet partnership Ltd) at the age of 26 years (Schroeder, 2008). A great part of his success is attributed to his position of overseeing his conglomerate holdings comprising of companies in the fields of media, Insurance, energy, and…