Reputational risks These are risks associated with negative public opinion about an institution. Activities that consumer considers detrimental or dissatisfied possess reputational risk that could adversely affect an institution standing and reputation even if it has complied with the applicable laws and regulations. For instance, social media is greatly associated with transparency and privacy issues. This risk may come in several ways. For example, social media users may post negative comments or even hack the institution’s social media accounts and post or publish negative comments about the institution. Second, even on instances where the institution has adhered to laws regarding privacy, there is also a potential risk that a customer might post private and confidential information such as his or her account number or account statements on its social media platform. Reputational risk also arises when a financial institution fails to address a customer complaint in a timely or appropriate manner. The risk is enhanced when inappropriate or incorrect posts are made. Finally, engaging third parties to provide social media services increases a financial institution’s reputational risk. Consequently, financial institutions…
Flowers of the Killer Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI by David Grann David Grann’s Flowers of the Killer Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI, is a book that addresses an intimate account of America’s history that is little-known. Oil deposits have been discovered in the land of the Osage people, and the court has awarded the Osage native Americans the legal rights to profits accrued from the exploitation of the oil deposits. Despite the Osage people having these express rights to the profits, a majority of them do not receive any money. A plot is then hatched to eliminate the Osage people from their perceived middle man position in this oil exploitation business. An official report is released indicating that at least 20 wealthy Osage people have been murdered and Grann speculates that the deaths are related to the oil ties. According to Gran Flowers of the Killer Moon, William Hale is the mastermind behind the executions and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has been formed to investigate him. Grann…
Question 1: Buddhist Doctrine of No-Self Introduction No-self or Anatta is a unique and a central teaching in the philosophy of Buddhism (Benovsky 25). It is one of the features that characterize phenomenal existence. The no-self doctrine teaches that there is no everlasting or permanent self or soul either outside or inside the five aggregates that make up a being. The doctrine has been widely discussed as a major philosophical problem, notwithstanding its ethical significance. The notion of no-self has been inherently difficult to conceptualize and accept, but it has continued to attract many philosophers (Benovsky 72). There is a number of arguments in support of and objections against the no-self philosophy. This essay explains one of the arguments made in support of the no-self philosophy and advances one objection that someone who believes in self might use to criticize this argument. This paper also highlights how an ardent Buddhist might reply to this objection. Based on these responses, the paper will then seek to establish whether or not the argument for no-self is a good reason to believe…
Distribution Assignment Numerous distribution methods are implemented to encourage diligence and commitment. However, some are more effective than others in accomplishing their said objectives. In my view, the reinforcement distribution system ranks best in making individuals deliver productively. Reinforcement is a type of behavioral conditioning that can be observed even in our early years (Ain & Aron, 35). It accounts for both positive and negative behavior within any environment, school, or workplace. Positive reinforcement is an intervention carried out to promote desirable behavior. In this, an individual is praised after he or she accomplishes specific set goals with much zeal and tenacity. The praise is accompanied by approval from the superiors who would give exceptional recommendations about you, and this would consequently open more opportunity doors, in all possible aspects. Negative reinforcement is meant to discourage unwarranted conduct, for instance, issuing warnings for substandard work. The reinforcement distribution will undoubtedly prompt me to work hard to acquire the said benefits and avoid penalties. In my opinion, the worst distribution is the one on equity. Equity is being encouraged by many…
Transforming the COPD Patient into Technology Abstract The challenge of re-hospitalization in the United States and, most specifically, in the hospice care for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) has had a lot of negative implications on the quality of healthcare outcomes on such patients. This project aims at preventing hospital readmissions in the United States hospice system of healthcare by the introduction of such technology as phone apps and healthcare websites (Erdal, 2018). Using such technology, patients in this category can access quality healthcare services from the comfort of their homes, thus reducing a myriad of associated implications such as increased cost of healthcare and contracting various germs ailments. For this project to be successful, it requires the collaboration of various interdisciplinary team members and other stakeholders in the hospice system of healthcare. The planning, design, and strategy of this individual project are also crucial to its implementation and successful completion. There exist a lot of lessons that the system of hospice care in the United States stands to learn from the successful enforcement of this project. Such…
The difference between implicit biases and stereotypes Stereotypes refer to positive or negative beliefs that we develop towards a particular thing or a specific group. While stereotyping, one is accustomed to believe that one member has some particular characteristics or attributes that make us assume that the whole group has. It is a significant disadvantage caused since people ignore the fact that Diversity runs among different people. On the other hand, implicit bias refers to the attitudes that affect our understanding, actions, and the decisions of our unconscious mind. Unconscious mind in this cause means that we do not discriminate knowingly it is our brain that is wired for speed. According to a central assumption of implicit social cognition theories, it states that social experiences can coax inherent process effects in an organization of memory beliefs. The difference between explicit stereotyping and attitudes Explicit stereotyping bases its definition from the word stereotyping. However, stereotyping refers to the deliberate thought about someone or something and the report. Explicit is usually on the opposing side as a result of the consciousness of…
A Literature Review on Obesity in Children Abstract Obesity has been shared, especially to children under the age of 7. World Health Organisation considers obesity to be the main problem faced in the 21st century. A recent study shows that one out of every four children in developing countries is obese. This puts their health at risk of getting serious illnesses such as heart attack, heart-related diseases, and asthma. It also affects these children’s self-esteem. There need for collaboration between parents, community schools, and the general public to have the same vision of advocating for a healthier lifestyle to combat this problem. A systematic literature review was conducted in the first two weeks of March 2020. Among the sources used were PubMed, academic Medline complete, and database from public health. The predominant question was about obesity in children, health diet at home, and school and health complications to children suffering from obesity. The literature review was a success due to data from research institutions. The research was guided by the following research questions: What causes children to become obese? What…
What Is The Gospel? Introduction In the Christian faith and most specifically from the protestant evangelical point of view, the Gospel has had a myriad of definitions. To several believers, the term gospel refers to the revelation or teachings of Jesus Christ whereas others relate the term gospel as the individual record of the life of Jesus Christ and the lessons that Christians can derive from the four books found in the Old Testament[1]. However, despite the conventional definition of the term gospel that the majority of Christians are accustomed to, the Gospel has some profound meanings in reference to its theological, historical and biblical considerations. This paper seeks to define the word Gospel regarding its theological, historical and biblical context. Additionally, the paper shall analyze the cosmic dimension of the Gospel and how it relates to the individual aspect as well as explain why the Gospel ought to be shared. Definition of the Gospel The word gospel has several meanings in respect to its theological, historical and biblical considerations. To a wide variety of believers and most so those…
Corruption in Kenya Corruption is a form of dishonesty or criminal offense undertaken by an individual or a state. Fraud at large includes activities like bribery or embezzlement. However, it can take place in many ways. Most probably, people in positions of authority are susceptible to Corruption. Corruption certainly reflects greedy and selfish behavior. This paper is going to discuss ways through which fraud affects Kenyans in Kenya and how to cub it. (Nathan et al., 1-15). Bribery is the most common severe method of Corruption in Kenya. Bribery involves the improper use of power to receive first-hand consideration and gifts in exchange for private gain. Even so, the types of supports are immense; the first-hand approval includes money, gifts, company shares, sexual consideration for employment, entertainment, and political benefits. Additionally, the gain can be – giving preferential treatment and overlooking crime. (Köbis, et al., 279-306). Embezzlement refers to the act of withholding or misusing assets for theft, here in Kenya, misappropriation of public funds has been at large become rampant, and the judiciary is at one point seen cynical…
Coronavirus: China no case of local transmission for the third day, Singapore records first two deaths. Chinese authorities announced on Saturday that, for the third consecutive day, there were no cases of local transmission of Covid-19, but confirmed new infections originating from abroad. The contagion rate has declined in recent weeks in China, while the rest of the world is taking steps to try to fight the pandemic. The World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday praised China’s success in controlling the outbreak in the city of Wuhan, where the virus was first identified late last year. “Wuhan provides hope for the rest of the world that even the most severe situation can be turned around.” “Of course, we must exercise caution; the situation can reverse. But the experience of cities and countries that have pushed back this coronavirus gives hope and courage to the rest of the world.” said WHO Secretary General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus in Geneva. Some 56 million people in Hubei province, whose capital is Wuham, were subjected to a giant forced quarantine in January, although local authorities…