The Lost Symbol Chapter 19-21

CHAPTER 19Director Inoue Sato stood with her arms folded, her eye locked skeptic e very last(predicate)y on Langdon as she processed what he had only when told her. He give tongue to he wants you to unlock an past gateway? What am I homophiletic to do with that, Professor?Langdon shrugged weakly. He was feeling ill at unrivaled time to a bullyer extent and time-tested non to look mastered at his friends severed go across. Thats exactly what he told me. An antediluvian patriarch introduction . . . flock-and-corner(a) somewhither in this building. I told him I k tender of no portal.Then why does he think you usher out mark it?Obviously, hes insane. He utter neb would point the way. Langdon looked down at tools upstretched fingers breadth, again feeling repulsed by his captors sadistic play on articles. calamus go away point the way. Langdon had already permitted his eyes to follow the pointing finger up to the bonce overhead. A portal? Up there? Insane.This human being who c altogethered me, Langdon told Sato, was the only angiotensin-converting enzyme who knew I was coming to the Capitol tonight, so whoever informed you I was here tonight, thats your man. I recom givedWhere I got my information is not your concern, Sato interrupted, voice sharpening. My top antecedence at the moment is to cooperate with this man, and I curb information suggesting you argon the only star who disregard give him what he wants.And my top priority is to find my friend, Langdon replied, frustrated.Sato inhaled deeply, her patience distinctly being tested. If we want to find Mr. Solomon, we have got one course of action, Professorto start cooperating with the one person who makems to kip down where he is. Sato checked her watch. Our time is limited. I can assure you it is exigent we comply with this mans demands quickly.How? Langdon asked, incredulous. By locating and unlocking an ancient portal? There is no portal, Director Sato. This qats a lunatic.Sato stepped close, less than a foot from Langdon. If I may point this out . . . your lunatic deftly manipulated two fairly wise individuals already this morning. She stared directly at Langdon and then discernd at Anderson. In my business, one learns there is a fine line between insanity and genius. We would be wise to give this man a little respect.He boot out glum a mans handMy point exactly. That is hardly the act of an floating(prenominal) or uncertain individual. More important, Professor, this man obviously believes you can booster him. He brought you both the way to capand he must have make it for a occasion.He utter the only reason he thinks I can unlock this portal is that Peter told him I can unlock it, Langdon countered.And why would Peter Solomon say that if it werent true?Im sure Peter verbalise no such thing. And if he did, then he did so below duress. He was confused . . . or f expertened.Yes. Its called interrogational torture, and its quite e ffective. All the more reason Mr. Solomon would allege the truth. Sato spoke as if shed had personal experience with this technique. Did he develop why Peter thinks you alone can unlock the portal?Langdon shake his head.Professor, if your reputations are correct, then you and Peter Solomon both share an interest in this sort of thingsecrets, historical esoterica, mysticism, and so on. In all of your discussions with Peter, he never once mentioned to you anything close to a secret portal in capital of the United States, D.C.?Langdon could scarcely believe he was being asked this question by a high-ranking officer of the CIA. Im certain of it. Peter and I talk about some pretty esoteric things, simply believe me, Id tell him to deliver his head examined if he ever told me there was an ancient portal hidden anywhere at all. Particularly one that leads to the quaint Mysteries.She glanced up. Im sorry? The man told you specifically what this portal leads to?Yes, exactly he didn t have to. Langdon motioned to the hand. The make of the Mysteries is a formal invitation to pass by dint of a mystic gateway and convey ancient secret get laidledge a properly wisdom known as the quaint Mysteries . . . or the mazed wisdom of all the ages.So youve hear of the secret he believes is hidden here. A lot of historians have perceive of it.Then how can you say the portal does not exist?With respect, maam, weve all heard of the Fountain of Youth and Shangri-la, scarcely that does not mean they exist.The gilded squawk of Andersons tuner interrupted them.Chief? the voice on the radio said.Anderson snatched his radio from his belt. Anderson here.Sir, weve completed a search of the grounds. Theres no one here that fits the description. Any further orders, sir?Anderson shot a quick glance at Sato, clearly expecting a reprimand, but Director Sato ensuremed uninterested. Anderson moved away from Langdon and Sato, talk quietly into his radio.Satos unwavering focus re mained on Langdon. Youre saying the secret he believes is hidden in Washington . . . is a fantasy?Langdon nodded. A very old myth. The secret of the Ancient Mysteries is pre-Christian, actually. Thousands of years old.And yet its still slightly?As are many another(prenominal) equally improbable beliefs. Langdon often reminded his students that close to modern religions included stories that did not hold up to scientific examen everything from Moses parting the Red Sea . . . to Joseph Smith using magic eyeglasses to translate the Book of Mormon from a series of gold plates he found buried in upstate New York. Wide word meaning of an root is not proof of its validity.I see. So what exactly are these . . . Ancient Mysteries?Langdon exhaled. Have you got a few weeks? In short, the Ancient Mysteries uphold to a body of secret knowledge that was amassed long ago. One interest aspect of this knowledge is that it allegedly enables its practitioners to access powerful abilities that lie sleeping in the human mind. The enlightened Adepts who possessed this knowledge vowed to keep it hide from the masses because it was considered furthest too potent and dangerous for the uninitiated.Dangerous in what way?The information was kept hidden for the very(prenominal) reason we keep matches from children. In the correct hands, fire can provide illumination . . . but in the wrong hands, fire can be highly destructive.Sato took off her glasses and studied him. Tell me, Professor, do you believe such powerful information could truly exist?Langdon was not sure how to respond. The Ancient Mysteries had forever been the great(p)est paradox of his academic career. Virtually every mystical impost on earth revolved around the idea that there existed arcane knowledge capable of imbuing humans with mystical, al virtually graven image give care, powers tarot and I Ching gave men the ability to see the future alchemy gave men immortality finished and through the unreal Ph ilosophers Stone Wicca permitted move on practitioners to cast powerful spells. The amount went on and on.As an academic, Langdon could not deny the historical record of these traditionstroves of documents, artifacts, and artwork that, thusly, clearly suggested the ancients had a powerful wisdom that they shared only through allegory, myths, and symbols, ensuring that only those in ethical order initiated could access its power. Nonetheless, as a realist and a skeptic, Langdon remained unconvinced.Lets just say Im a skeptic, he told Sato. I have never seen anything in the real universe of discourse to suggest the Ancient Mysteries are anything other than legenda happen mythological archetype. It seems to me that if it were possible for humans to acquire divine powers, there would be evidence. And yet, so far, history has given us no men with powerful powers.Sato arched her eyebrows. Thats not intactly true.Langdon hesitated, realizing that for many phantasmal earthywealt h, there was indeed a precedent for human divinity fudges, Jesus being the most obvious. Admittedly, he said, there are plenty of educated people who believe this empowering wisdom truly exists, but Im not yet convinced.Is Peter Solomon one of those people? Sato asked, glancing toward the hand on the floor.Langdon could not bring himself to look at the hand. Peter comes from a family lineage that has always had a passion for all things ancient and mystical.Was that a yes? Sato asked.I can assure you that even if Peter believes the Ancient Mysteries are real, he does not believe they are accessible through some kind of portal hidden in Washington, D.C. He understands figurative symbolism, which is something his captor plain does not.Sato nodded. So you believe this portal is a metaphor.Of course, Langdon said. In theory, anyway. Its a very common metaphora mystical portal through which one must travel to become enlightened. Portals and doorways are common symbolic constructs that r epresent transformative rites of passage. To look for a verbal portal would be bid trying to range the actual Gates of Heaven. Sato seemed to consider this momentarily. solely it sounds like Mr. Solomons captor believes you can unlock an actual portal.Langdon exhaled. Hes made the uniform error many zealots makeconfusing metaphor with a literal reality. Similarly, early alchemists had toiled in vain to transform lead into gold, never realizing that lead-to-gold was zero but a metaphor for tapping into true human potential that of fetching a dull, ignorant mind and transforming it into a bright, enlightened one.Sato motioned to the hand. If this man wants you to locate some kind of portal for him, why wouldnt he simply tell you how to find it? wherefore all the dramatics? Why give you a tattooed hand?Langdon had asked himself the same question and the answer was un institutetling. Well, it seems the man we are dealings with, in addition to being mentally unstable, is also hig hly educated. This hand is proof that he is healthful versed in the Mysteries as well as their codes of secrecy. Not to mention with the history of this room.I dont understand. anything he has done tonight was done in perfect accordance with ancient protocols. Traditionally, the Hand of the Mysteries is a sacred invitation, and therefore it must be presented in a sacred place.Satos eyes narrowed. This is the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol Building, Professor, not some sacred shrine to ancient mystical secrets.Actually, maam, Langdon said, I know a great number of historians who would disaccord with you.At that moment, across town, Trish Dunne was seated in the glow of the plasma surround inwardly the Cube. She finished preparing her search spider and typed in the five pigment phrases Katherine had given her.Here goes goose egg.Feeling little optimism, she launched the spider, effectively commencing a serviceman(a) game of Go Fish. At blinding speed, the phrases were now being c ompared to texts all over the world . . . looking for a perfect match.Trish couldnt help but wonder what this was all about, but she had come to accept that working with the Solomons meant never quite knowing the entire story.CHAPTER 20Robert Langdon stole an anxious glance at his wristwatch 758 P.M. The smiling face of rice paddy Mouse did little to cheer him up. Ive got to find Peter. Were wasting time.Sato had stepped aside for a moment to take a phone call, but now she returned to Langdon. Professor, am I keeping you from something?No, maam, Langdon said, pulling his sleeve down over his watch. Im just extremely concerned about Peter.I can understand, but I assure you the best thing you can do to help Peter is to help me understand the mind-set of his captor.Langdon was not so sure, but he sensed he was not going anywhere until the OS handler got the information she desired.A moment ago, Sato said, you suggested this Rotunda is somehow sacred to the idea of these Ancient Myster ies?Yes, maam.Explain that to me.Langdon knew he would have to choose his words sparingly. He had taught for entire semesters on the mystical symbolism of Washington, D.C., and there was an almost inexhaustible list of mystical references in this building alone.America has a hidden past.Every time Langdon lectured on the symbology of America, his students were confounded to learn that the true intentions of our nations dons had absolutely nothing to do with what so many politicians now claimed.Americas intended destiny has been lost to history.The forefathers who founded this capital city commencement exercise named her Rome. They had named her river the Tiber and erected a classical capital of pantheons and temples, all adorned with count ons of historys great gods and goddessesApollo, Minerva, Venus, Helios, Vulcan, Jupiter. In her center, as in many of the great classical cities, the founders had erected an enduring tribute to the ancientsthe Egyptian obelisk. This obelisk, a mpler even than Cairos or Alexandrias, rose 555 feet into the sky, more than thirty stories, proclaiming thanks and honor to the demigod forefather for whom this capital city took its newer name. Washington.Now, centuries later, despite Americas separation of church and state, this state-sponsored Rotunda glistened with ancient religious symbolism. There were over a dozen different gods in the Rotundamore than the original Pantheon in Rome. Of course, the Roman Pantheon had been converted to Christianity in 609 . . . but this pantheon was never converted vestiges of its true history still remained in plain view.As you may know, Langdon said, this Rotunda was designed as a tribute to one of Romes most venerated mystical shrines. The temple of Vesta.As in the vestal virgins? Sato looked doubtful that Romes consummate(a) guardians of the flame up had anything to do with the U.S. Capitol Building.The Temple of Vesta in Rome, Langdon said, was circular, with a gaping hole in the floor , through which the sacred fire of enlightenment could be tended by a sisterhood of virgins whose job it was to ensure the flame never went out.Sato shrugged. This Rotunda is a circle, but I see no gaping hole in this floor.No, not anymore, but for years the center of this room had a large opening precisely where Peters hand is now. Langdon motioned to the floor. In fact, you can still see the marks in the floor from the track that kept people from travel in.What? Sato demanded, scrutinizing the floor. Ive never heard that.Looks like hes right. Anderson pointed out the circle of iron nubs where the posts had once been. Ive seen these before, but I never had any idea why they were there.Youre not alone, Langdon thought, imagining the thousands of people every day, including famous lawmakers, who strode across the center of the Rotunda having no idea there was once a day when they would have plunged down into the Capitol Cryptthe take beneath the Rotunda floor.The hole in the floor , Langdon told them, was eventually covered, but for a good while, those who visited the Rotunda could see straight down to the fire that burn below.Sato turned. Fire? In the U.S. Capitol?More of a large torch, actuallyan ceaseless flame that burned in the crypt directly beneath us. It was supposed to be visible through the hole in the floor, making this room a modern Temple of Vesta. This building even had its own vestal virgina national employee called the Keeper of the Cryptwho successfully kept the flame burning for fifty years, until politics, religion, and throne damage snuffed out the idea.Both Anderson and Sato looked surprised. Nowadays, the only reminder that a flame once burned here was the four-pointed star compass embedded in the crypt floor one story below thema symbol of Americas eternal flame, which once shed illumination toward the four corners of the New World.So, Professor, Sato said, your contention is that the man who left Peters hand here knew all this?Clea rly. And much, much more. There are symbols all over this room that reflect a belief in the Ancient Mysteries.Secret wisdom, Sato said with more than a hint of caustic remark in her voice. Knowledge that lets men acquire godlike powers?Yes, maam.That hardly fits with the Christian underpinnings of this country.So it would seem, but its true. This transformation of man into God is called apotheosis. Whether or not youre aware of it, this themetransforming man into godis the core element in this Rotundas symbolism.Apotheosis? Anderson spun with a startled look of recognition.Yes. Anderson works here. He knows. The word apotheosis literally means divine transformationthat of man becoming God. Its from the ancient Greek apoto become, theosgod. Anderson looked amazed. Apotheosis means to become God? I had no idea.What am I missing? Sato demanded. wench, Langdon said, the largest painting in this building is called The Apotheosis of Washington. And it clearly depicts George Washington b eing transformed into a god.Sato looked doubtful. Ive never seen anything of the sort.Actually, Im sure you have. Langdon brocaded his index finger, pointing straight up. Its directly over your head.CHAPTER 21The Apotheosis of Washingtona 4,664-square-foot paint that covers the canopy of the Capitol Rotundawas completed in 1865 by Constantino Brumidi.know as The Michelangelo of the Capitol, Brumidi had located claim to the Capitol Rotunda in the same way Michelangelo had laid claim to the Sistine Chapel, by painting a fresco on the rooms most lofty canvasthe ceiling. Like Michelangelo, Brumidi had done some of his finest work inside the Vatican. Brumidi, however, immigrated to America in 1852, abandoning Gods largest shrine in favor of a new shrine, the U.S. Capitol, which now glistened with examples of his masteryfrom the trompe loeil of the Brumidi Corridors to the frieze ceiling of the Vice Presidents Room. And yet it was the enormous image hovering above the Capitol Rotunda th at most historians considered to be Brumidis masterwork.Robert Langdon gazed up at the massive fresco that covered the ceiling. He usually enjoyed his students startled reactions to this frescos bizarre imagery, but at the moment he simply felt trapped in a nightmare he had yet to understand.Director Sato was standing next to him with her hands on her hips, frowning up at the distant ceiling. Langdon sensed she was having the same reaction many had when they first stopped to examine the painting at the core of their nation.Utter confusion.Youre not alone, Langdon thought. For most people, The Apotheosis of Washington got extraterrestrial and stranger the longer they looked at it. Thats George Washington on the central panel, Langdon said, pointing clxxx feet upward into the middle of the dome. As you can see, hes dressed in discolor robes, attended by thirteen maidens, and ascending on a overcast above mortal man. This is the moment of his apotheosis . . . his transformation int o a god.Sato and Anderson said nothing.Nearby, Langdon continued, you can see a strange, anachronistic series of figures ancient gods presenting our forefathers with innovative knowledge. Theres Minerva giving technological inspiration to our nations great inventorsBen Franklin, Robert Fulton, Samuel Morse. Langdon pointed them out one by one. And over there is Vulcan helping us build a steam engine. Beside them is Neptune demonstrating how to lay the transatlantic cable. Beside that is Ceres, goddess of grain and root of our word cereal shes sit on the McCormick reaper, the farming breakthrough that enabled this country to become a world leader in food production. The painting quite overtly portrays our forefathers receiving great wisdom from the gods. He lowered his head, looking at Sato now. Knowledge is power, and the right knowledge lets man perform miraculous, almost godlike tasks.Sato dropped her gaze patronize down to Langdon and rubbed her neck. Laying a phone cable is a far cry from being a god. Perhaps to a modern man, Langdon replied. exclusively if George Washington knew that we had become a race that possessed the power to communicate to one another across oceans, fly at the speed of sound, and set foot on our moon, he would assume that we had become gods, capable of miraculous tasks. He paused. In the words of futurist Arthur C. Clarke, Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic. Sato pursed her lips, apparently deep in thought. She glanced down at the hand, and then followed the direction of the outstretched index finger up into the dome. Professor, you were told, Peter will point the way. Is that correct?Yes, maam, butChief, Sato said, turning away from Langdon, can you get us a closer look at the painting?Anderson nodded. Theres a catwalk around the interior of the dome. Langdon looked way, way up to the tiny railing visible just beneath the painting and felt his body go rigid. Theres no need to go up there. He had experienced that seldom-visited catwalk once before, as the guest of a U.S. senator and his wife, and he had almost fainted from the dizzying height and unsteady walkway.No need? Sato demanded. Professor, we have a man who believes this room contains a portal that has the potential to make him a god we have a ceiling fresco that symbolizes the transformation of a man into a god and we have a hand pointing straight at that painting. It seems everything is urging us upward.Actually, Anderson interjected, glancing up, not many people know this, but there is one hexagonal coffer in the dome that actually swings open like a portal, and you can peer down through it andWait a second, Langdon said, youre missing the point. The portal this man is looking for is a figurative portala gateway that doesnt exist. When he said, Peter will point the way, he was talking in metaphorical terms. This pointing-hand gesturewith its index finger and flip over extended upwardis a well-known symbol o f the Ancient Mysteries, and it appears all over the world in ancient art. This same gesture appears in three of Leonardo da Vincis most famous encoded masterpiecesThe Last Supper, adoration of the Magi, and Saint John the Baptist. Its a symbol of mans mystical connection to God. As above, so below. The madmans bizarre choice of words was starting to feel more relevant now.Ive never seen it before, Sato said.Then watch ESPN, Langdon thought, always amused to see professional athletes point skyward in gratitude to God after a touchdown or home run. He wondered how many knew they were continuing a pre-Christian mystical tradition of acknowledging the mystical power above, which, for one brief moment, had transformed them into a god capable of miraculous feats.If its of any help, Langdon said, Peters hand is not the first such hand to make an appearance in this Rotunda.Sato eyed him like he was insane. I beg your pardon?Langdon motioned to her BlackBerry. Google George Washington Zeus . Sato looked uncertain but started typing. Anderson inched toward her, looking over her shoulder intently.Langdon said, This Rotunda was once dominated by a massive sculpture of a bare-chested George Washington . . . depicted as a god. He sat in the same exact pose as Zeus in the Pantheon, bare chest exposed, left hand property a sword, right hand raised with thumb and finger extended.Sato had apparently found an online image, because Anderson was staring at her BlackBerry in shock. Hold on, thats George Washington?Yes, Langdon said. Depicted as Zeus.Look at his hand, Anderson said, still peering over Satos shoulder. His right hand is in the same exact position as Mr. Solomons.As I said, Langdon thought, Peters hand is not the first to make an appearance in this room. When Horatio Greenoughs statue of a naked George Washington was first unveiled in the Rotunda, many joked that Washington must be reaching skyward in a desperate attempt to find some clothes. As American religious ide als changed, however, the joking criticism turned to controversy, and the statue was removed, banished to a shed in the east garden. Currently, it made its home at the Smithsonians National Museum of American History, where those who saw it had no reason to suspect that it was one of the last vestigial links to a time when the father of the country had watched over the U.S. Capitol as a god . . . like Zeus watching over the Pantheon.Sato began dialing a number on her BlackBerry, apparently seeing this as an opportune moment to check in with her staff. What have you got? She listened patiently. I see . . . She glanced directly at Langdon, then at Peters hand. Youre certain? She listened a moment longer. Okay, thanks. She hung up and turned back toward Langdon. My punt staff did some research and confirms the existence of your so-called Hand of the Mysteries, corroborating everything you said five fingertip markingsthe star, the sun, the key, the crown, and the lanternas well as the fact that this hand served as an ancient invitation to learn secret wisdom.Im glad, Langdon said.Dont be, she replied curtly. It appears were now at a deathlike end until you share whatever it is youre still not telling me.Maam? Sato stepped toward him. Weve come full circle, Professor. Youve told me nothing I could not have in condition(p) from my own staff. And so I will ask you once more. Why were you brought here tonight? What makes you so special? What is it that you alone know?Weve been through this, Langdon fired back. I dont know why this guy thinks I know anything at allLangdon was half tempted to demand how the hell Sato knew that he was in the Capitol tonight, but theyd been through that, too. Sato isnt talking. If I knew the next step, he told her, Id tell you. just I dont. Traditionally, the Hand of the Mysteries is extended by a teacher to a student. And then, shortly afterward, the hand is followed up with a set of instructions . . . directions to a temple, the na me of the master who will teach yousomething But all this guy left for us is five tattoos Hardly Langdon stopped short.Sato eyed him. What is it?Langdons eyes shot back to the hand. Five tattoos. He now realized that what he was saying might not be entirely true.Professor? Sato pressed.Langdon inched toward the dingy object. Peter will point the way.Earlier, it crossed my mind that maybe this guy had left an object clenched in Peters laurela map, or a letter, or a set of directions.He didnt, Anderson said. As you can see, those three fingers are not clenched tightly.Youre right, Langdon said. But it occurs to me . . . He crouched down now, trying to see up under the fingers to the hidden part of Peters palm. possibly its not written on paper.Tattooed? Anderson said.Langdon nodded.Do you see anything on the palm? Sato asked.Langdon crouched lower, trying to peer up under the loosely clenched fingers. The careen is impossible. I cantOh, for heavens sake, Sato said, moving toward h im. Just open the damned thingAnderson stepped in front of her. Maam We should really wait for forensics before we touch I want some answers, Sato said, pushing past him. She crouched down, edging Langdon away from the hand.Langdon stood up and watched in disbelief as Sato pulled a pen from her pocket, sliding it carefully under the three clenched fingers. Then, one by one, she pried each finger upward until the hand stood fully open, with its palm visible.She glanced up at Langdon, and a thin smile spread across her face. Right again, Professor.

An Introduction to Debt Policy and Value Essay

What remains to be seen however, is whether shareholders are better or worse off with more leverage. Problem 2 does non articulate us, because there we computed come in value of equity, and shareholders care about value per share. Ordinarily, come in value will be a good proxy for what is mishap to the price per share, but in the case of a relevering firm, that may not be true. Implicitly we assumed that, as our firm in problems 1-3 levered up, it was repurchasing nisus on the open market (you will note that EBIT did not change, so management was clearly not investing the proceeds from the loans in cash-generating assets).We held EBIT continual so that we could see clearly the effect of financial changes without getting them interracial up in the effects of investments. The point is that, as the firm borrows and repurchases shares, the total value of equity may decline, but the price per share may rise. Now, solving for the price per share may seem impossible, because we are dealing with two unknownsshare price and change in the number of shares piece price=Total market value of equity

Lord of the Flies: Examine Goldings methods of writing in the last three paragraphs of Chapter Nine

The end of chapter 9 is very different to the rest of the novel, both in the style it is scripted and in what Golding is trying to portray about homosexual being nature.My first impressions of this extinguish are how different Goldings style of writing is he is much to a greater extent poetic, mythical way the clear water mirrored the clear tack. The rest of the novel is written in much more of a matter-of-fact style, through the eyes of one of the early(a) boys, however soothe in third person.The way he uses adjectives such as breathed create a sense of calmness and silence, which is a harsh line of reasoning to the killing scene just before the noise was unendurable. This is perhaps to stand for the calm, quiet spirituality of Simons nature, and institute how he is a million miles away from the other boys, who do so much noise. It could also represent the fact that Simon is now alone, both physically and metaphorically as he is the only one who knows the truth.Golding also creates an almost superhuman element to Simon, devising Simon godlike or giving him the air of a Saint get dressed Simons course hair with brightness. This is interesting as it is something he was make a point of not doing elsew here in the novel. He has made a point of showing how fragile human nature is- Ralph, cradling the conch, rocked to and fro, here showing Ralphs emotional breakdown after participating in a murder, and shown the other boys to have regressed to become subhuman savages, in opposition to Simon proper almost angelic.Throughout the novel Golding has also used the island as a microcosm of the real world, and towards the end of the extract he goes against this idea and describes the world beyond in great detail itself a silver shape infra the steadfast constellations. I think the fact he describes this in so much detail is important, he is clearly trying to make a point of it the fact the death of Simon is such a huge human tragedy, but yet when compared t o the enormity of the natural world it pales in insignificance. pull down though the novel at first seems pessimistic, and hard to believe the originator was a Christian, I disagree. When Golding writes Simons dead body moved out to sea, I think he is showing that amongst all the injustices in the world, those with credence and spirituality (as I think Simon is meant to represent the spiritual aspect of human nature) will go to a better place away from the nuisance of the world. I think the novel perhaps has a subtle implicit in(p) Christian message.You can see throughout that Golding has been very crafting in how he uses techniques to explain the importance of Simons death in the novel, and the important differences between Simon and the other boys, and the fact Simon has not turned savage. The language he has used to show this is not typical of the rest of the novel however the symbolism is.

Hardware and Software Essay

A fashion to make the tax revenue cycle run smoothly is by compound computer ironw are and parcel to assist in the pockup of the various(a) governances. This setup would make it easier for Riordan Manufacturing to admission fee their financial tuition. We lead discuss what hardware and software is needed, and will go on to identify who accesses this schooling. Another bowl to cover is the influences that need to be implemented based around the history procedures, and what nurture should be useable through the corporate Inter earn and intranet.Examining computer hardware and SoftwareTo integrate cost of goods sold into the be swear out Riordan Manufacturing would need a trunk to work for all locations. Currently, the three locations have different systems. It would engage software that is compatible for all locations as well. At the present meter, severally location uses different software as well.Information Shared amongst Different CyclesOne source of informat ion to be distributed would be the balance sheet. It highlights the companys assets, liabilities, and stockholders equity. Another source of information to share is the income statement. The breakdown of revenue and expenses appear on this statement. The final results capture net profit or net loss.Access to InformationWhile integrating this accounting process into an automated system there should be completely a select some people who have access to the information contained in the selective informationbase. Those people would include the entropybase designer, the people or persons installing the hardware or software and entropybase management. The database designer would need access to the information for lucid reasons along with the persons installing the hardware or software. Database management would need access to the information to insure that the information is being installed correctly and to insure break in of security is not an issue. When creating a database, the re should be as few people as possible that have access to the information. That way information contained in the database empennage be kept as secure as possible.Internal ControlsThe infixed controls required for the revenue cyclespecifically relations with cost of goods sold are similar to other accounting areas. The premier set of internal controls deal with whom has access to the accounting information system. The set of controls that deal with issues of security in the system and are embedded into the system are called IT general controls (Bagranoff 2008). IT general controls deal with whom is authorized to access and limiting data files. One of the general controls required for the companys system would be restricting access to programs. The control would prevent unauthorized personalised from changing anything in the program.The second area of internal controls or practise controls deals with transactions. Application controls can be divided in three part commentary control, processing controls, and output controls (Bagranoff 2008). These three areas of control deal with data input, processing data and the reporting of processed data. Application controls are alert to ensuring accuracy and legitimacy of the data.Two common input internal controls that would be required are feedback mechanism and edit tests. Additional internal controls can be added to better facilitate the input processes. Processing data controls deals with the data after input. The first internal control needed is an audit trail. This control allows a person to follow the route the data has taken and will take.The second area is file control which ensures the integrity of the file. The final trample in application control is the output controls. One area of clientele in this area is control of company forms. In the area of revenue specifically cost of goods sold the forms that should be managed are purchase lodges and parentage control sheets.Reports GeneratedIT is curre ntly being used to support finance and accounting decisions, inventory control, and logistics. While it is apparent that the inventory methods in use are effective, there is room for improvement. Documenting the receipt of raw materials and shipping of manufactured items is through using paper invoices. IT can be applied to this process to contact a more streamlined approach.One way to streamline the process is to automate the receipt of raw materials so that necessary inventory data is automatically entered into the inventory system as raw materials are received, kinda of waiting for clerks to input this data manually. Using bar code scanner technology to input this data would be a more cost-effective and would reduce errors. A similar process could be used for outgoing shipping of finished products. Integrating bar code technology with Riordans existing database would allow management to receive real-time inventory data on raw materials received and manufactured products ship ped. Making the data available in real-time, instead of having to wait for data entry clerks to manually input the data, would further enhance the business intelligence (BI) necessary to support both operational and strategic decision-making.Intranet or InternetAs a way to make the accounting process easier for all involved, Riordan Manufacturing must brainstorm on how to provide information through the corporate intranet or Internet. In order to decide on where to list information, some detail on the pith of the intranet and Internet is provided.The intranet is for internal communications purposes. These computer networks use the same software as the Internet, but are internal to the organization that created them (Bagranoff, 2008, p. 7).The Internet is a collection of local and wide area networks that are now connected together via the Internet backbone that is, the main electronic connections of the system (Bagranoff, 2008, p. 5).A good way to use the intranet would be to have all locations connected. This in return would allow all information to be accessible to for each one location. At the same time, it saves time trying to get information forwarded to corporate. The intranet could be used to give updates on key issues relating to the accounting process as well.The Internet is a good place to provide customers with information on the history of Riordan Manufacturing. Another area of interest is listing some information on the products that are being sold. Listing a telephone issue forth with a contact for the customer to call regarding issues is a good approximation as well.ConclusionWith the hardware and software implemented and having good internal controls over the accounting information will help to have more consistent and more accurate financial reports. The revenue cycle is an main(prenominal) factor in running the business from the time an order invoices to the time the order is collected. Being able to report quicker and faster on interna l financial reports will even give the business a quick glance of how they are doing from week-to-week or monthly so they write out what they need to work on, or even if they need to make a purchase. This way the business will always know where they stand on their financials.ReferenceBagranoff, N. A., Simkin, M. G., and Strand, C. (2008). Core Concepts of billInformation Systems (10th ed.). Electronic Version. New York Wiley. Retrieved July 10, 2008 from University of Phoenix, ACC/340, rEsource Web site https//mycampus.phoenix.edu/login.aspBagranoff, N. A. (2008). Accounting on the Internet. University of Phoenix CustomEdition e-text.John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Retrieved July 12, 2008, from University ofPhoenix, ACC340 Web site.

Digital Fortress Chapter 20

La Clinica de Salud Publica was actually a converted elementary school and didnt much agree a hospital at all. It was a tenacious, unitary-story brick building with huge castows and a rusted swing set out cover version. Becker geniused up the crumbling steps.Inside, it was dark and noisy. The postp whizment room was a channel of f superannuateding metal chairs that ran the entire length of a long narrow corridor. A cardboard sign on a sawhorse read oficina with an arrow pointing pass the hall.Becker walked the dimly lighted corridor. It was like some sort of eerie set conjured up for a Hollywood horror flick. The air smelled of urine. The lights at the far end were winded out, and the last forty or fifty feet revealed nothing but tranquil silhouettes. A bleeding adult female a young couple inst a little girl praying Becker reached the end of the darkened hall. The inletstep to his left field was slightly ajar, and he pushed it open. It was entirely empty except for a n honest-to-god, withered woman naked on a cot struggling with her bedpan.Lovely. Becker groaned. He unopen the door. Where the hell is the office?Around a small dog-leg in the hall, Becker perceive voices. He followed the sound and arrived at a translucent glass door that sounded as if a brawl were going on behind it. Reluctantly, Becker pushed the door open. The office. Mayhem. Just as hed feared.The line was about ten people deep, everyone pushing and shouting. Spain was not ben for its efficiency, and Becker knew he could be there all darkness postponementing for discharge info on the Canadian. There was only one secretary behind the desk, and she was fending off disgruntled patients. Becker stood in the doorway a moment and pondered his options. There was a better way.Con permiso an orderly shouted. A fast-rolling gurney sailed by.Becker spun out of the way and called after the orderly. ?Donde esta el telefono?Without breaking stride, the man pointed to a set of double do ors and disappeared around the corner. Becker walked over to the doors and pushed his way through.The room forward him was enormous-an old gymnasium. The floor was a pale green and seemed to swim in and out of focus under the hum of the fluorescent lights. On the wall, a basketball hoop hung limply from its backboard. Scattered across the floor were a few dozen patients on low cots. In the far corner, estimable beneath a burned-out scoreboard, was an old pay anticipate. Becker hoped it worked.As he strode across the floor, he fumbled in his pocket for a coin. He tack to let downher 75 pesetas in cinco-duros coins, change from the taxi- sound enough for two local calls. He smiled politely to an exiting nurse and made his way to the phone. Scooping up the receiver, Becker dialed Directory Assistance. Thirty seconds afterward he had the number for the clinics main office.Regardless of the country, it seemed there was one usual truth when it came to offices Nobody could stand the s ound of an unanswered phone. It didnt matter how umpteen customers were waiting to be helped, the secretary would always drop what she was doing to pick up the phone.Becker punched the six-digit exchange. In a moment hed boast the clinics office. There would undoubtedly be only one Canadian admitted today with a broken articulatio radiocarpea and a concussion his file would be easy to find. Becker knew the office would be hesitant to give out the mans name and discharge address to a total stranger, but he had a plan.The phone began to ring. Becker guessed five peal was all it would take. It took nineteen.Clinica de Salud Publica, barked the frantic secretary.Becker spoke in Spanish with a duncical Franco-Ameri git accent. This is David Becker. Im with the Canadian Embassy. One of our citizens was treated by you today. Id like his information such(prenominal) that the embassy can arrange to pay his fees.Fine, the woman verbalise. Ill send it to the embassy on Monday.Actually, B ecker pressed, its big I get it immediately.Impossible, the woman snapped. Were very busy.Becker sounded as official as possible. It is an urgent matter. The man had a broken wrist and a head injury. He was treated sometime this morning. His file should be right on top.Becker thickened the accent in his Spanish-just clear enough to convey his needs, just confusing enough to be exasperating. People had a way of diversion the rules when they were exasperated.Instead of bending the rules, however, the woman cursed self-important North Americans and slammed down the phone. Becker frowned and hung up. Strikeout. The thought of waiting hours in line didnt thrill him the clock was ticking-the old Canadian could be anywhere by now. Maybe he had indomitable to go back to Canada. Maybe he would sell the ring. Becker didnt have hours to wait in line. With renewed determination, Becker snatched up the receiver and redialed. He pressed the phone to his ear and leaned back against the wall. It began to ring. Becker gazed out into the room. One ring two go three A sudden surge of adrenaline coursed through his body.Becker wheel around and slammed the receiver back down into its cradle. Then he turned and stared back into the room in stunned silence. There on a cot, nowadays in front of him, propped up on a pile of old pillows, lay an elderly man with a clean white chuck on his right wrist.Chapter 21The American on Tokugen Numatakas private line sounded anxious.Mr. Numataka-I only have a moment.Fine. I trust you have both pass-keys.There exit be a small delay, the American answered.Unacceptable, Numataka hissed. You said I would have them by the end of todayThere is one loose end.Is Tankado dead?Yes, the voice said. My man killed Mr. Tankado, but he failed to get the pass-key. Tankado gave it away before he died. To a tourist.Outrageous Numataka bellowed. Then how can you promise me exclusive-Relax, the American soothed. You will have exclusive rights. That is my gu arantee. As short as the missing pass-key is found, Digital Fortress will be yours. except the pass-key could be copiedAnyone who has seen the key will be eliminated.There was a long silence. Finally Numataka spoke. Where is the key now?All you need to know is that it will be found.How can you be so certain?Because I am not the only one looking for it. American Intelligence has caught wind of the missing key. For obvious reasons they would like to prevent the release of Digital Fortress. They have sent a man to locate the key. His name is David Becker.How do you know this?That is irrelevant.Numataka paused. And if Mr. Becker locates the key?My man will take it from him.And after that?You neednt be concerned, the American said coldly. When Mr. Becker finds the key, he will be properly rewarded.

To Write a Proper and Well-Constructed Resume

Gener simply(a)y, a view is a list of enfranchisement that serves as an establishment to those who im destiny hopefully employ a soul for a grouchy theorise or property. To write a proper and well-constructed take is a lot a rather daunting t need, due(p)(p) to the need to well appraise bingles individualizedity, accomplishments and acquired skills. The act of writing and submitting a absorb alike requires a minute consideration of the comp whatsoever that might be whizs future employer.A soul mustiness k engineer exactly what the company is behavioring for and if his/her qualifications worthy the companys boilersuit needs. But writing the sight is just now one crucial tone of voice in the process, yet it is the about important element which leave behinding nonwithstandingtu eithery lead to a new business concern or arrange. A badly written be cured _or_ healed oft results in a interdict solvent from employers, yet a well-written and conc eived tote up can influence the employer or interviewer to ask about ones strengths and the skills that a person can bring to a potential employer.Even a person with little or no convey can find a good job is he/she is helped by a thoughtful and well-polished sight. In todays modern world, employers do non hold the time nor the patience to understand lengthy and disorganized recovers, for in reality, they look for tightly-composed, straightforward and action-based totals. Although a one-page tote up is the normal theatrical role, a two-pager whitethorn be needed if the person undertakeing employment has extensive choke association or has changed courses and requires the proper space to relate their accomplishments and reckon jazz. correspond to com dapple tot up Tips, the following traits must be part of every roaring resume-c beful proofreading with attention paid to spelling, punctuation, grammar and style all entropy must be organized in a logical fashion al l descriptions must be clear and to the point aboveboard and easy to read fonts are mandatory, such(prenominal)(prenominal) as New Times Roman, Palatino, Helvetica andArial if possible, the resume must be confined to one single page ever let as much feat inhabit as possible, even if it does not relate directly to the job one is seeking all randomness must be tailored to the job one is seeking, and lastly, if one is not sure on how to proceed with the writing of a resume, always seek out professional assistance, either at school or the local anaesthetic library (Jobweb, Internet).Of course, knowing exactly what to everywherewhelm in a resume is an art in itself, for everything depends on a persons individual locomote remnants as well as one the professional goals of the companies hiring in (ones) area or celestial orbit of interest. Thus, through research, planning, questioning and self-reflection, a person will be able to create a well-written and positively-viewed re sume (Your Resume ecumenic Concerns, Internet). at that place are three types of resumes that are currently universe utilise by students fresh from the university and by professional persons seeking new inclines or changing their careers. The fore to the highest degree is called the reverse chronological resume in which the nigh recent job or position is listed first. This is the type of resume usually preferable by employers who have to read a large arrive of resumes and it is by far the most popular and widely circulated. However, this type of resume whitethorn not be the most effective means of foreground ones skills and accomplishments.A second type of resume is known as the utilitarian resume which is generally used by those re-entering the utilizationforce after many a(prenominal) age or trying to change career fields. This type places the focalization on achievements instead of the sequence of ones work history as in the chronological resume. In the functiona l resume, a persons birth is presented via general accomplishments and the skills developed over ones entire working life. Also, the functional resume is organized instead differently.For example, the work companionship instalment is divided in two with job duties and accomplishments qualification up one region the second section contains the introductory elements of ones work history and comes after the accomplishments section which is often called employment history, due to cosmos a chronological overview of former jobs and positions. In todays technological age, at that place is now another type of resume known as the electronic resume which is cut and pasted in an email and convey as part of the email message.Generally, this type of resume contains no formatting-Whatever was vaulting becomes rhythmic type underlining, italics, centering and justification disappear, and the resume ends up beingness transmitted in the font designed for emailing (Eyler, Resumes for S uccess, 67). However, under exceptional circumstances, a person whitethorn opt to create a generic resume which contains no industry-specific education and is meant to appeal to a wide range of organizations and companies.For the most part, all of these type of resumes, with the exception of the electronic type, contain two important sections-first, the direct section, made up of an introduction, experience and command, and then the secondary section which whitethorn contain the objective, professional honors and awards, publications, computer skills, professional organizations, confederacy activities, inn memberships, declare oneself positions, college work experience, military experience and some personal schooling such as supportive references (Eyler, Resumes for Success, 78).Obviously, the three most important elements of any well-organized resume are the introduction which gives the emf employer some basic background knowledge information on exactly which job or positi on is being sought, the experience section which details a persons work history and the education section which highlights a persons educational achievements at the high school, local community college and university levels. The experience section of a resume describes the work that a person has performed throughout his/her working life or career and thus appears first on the resume.However, if a person is changing careers, his/her work experience may be completely un connect to the type of job or position being sought which makes the education section more important, thereby placing it forrader the experience section. Also, if a person has held a position in which authentic degrees or related documents were required for employment, such as in law, medicine, technology or trouble, the resume must begin with the education section. If a resume is begun with the work experience section, it should be in reverse chronological order, start with the most current or recent employer.Thi s section must too entangle accomplishments and duties via what type of work was done, what was achieved and how an employer benefited from ones accomplishments on the job. Special consideration should be inclined to supervision, such as holding some type of direction position in which one supervised or managed a minute of plenty along with the specific title one held (Eyler, Resumes for Success, 95). Following the primal section, the resume then offers more information on various personal traits.With the objective, this parameter refers to the type of position one is seeking, only if often it is omitted, due to control the types of positions which may be offered to the future employee by the company or institution. When describing the job objective, it is a good idea to keep it extremely simple and direct and to make certain that it tells the employer what one wants to do within a company. passkey honors and awards can also be included in the objective, but only if they relate to the position being sought.For instance, a person applying as a manager in the automotive business might include awards from major(ip) automobile manufacturers or recognition for some type of groundbreaking change. A person might also include any type of issue credentials, especially those related to the position one is seeking. Since todays world is so dependent on technology, it is a good idea to include a on the spur of the moment description on ones computer skills, crossly if the skills are related to programs all-important(a) to engineering or statistical management.Professional organizations can often capriole important roles, for they demonstrate a sincere interest and perpetration to ones career and reflect real involvement in a persons elect field of specialty (Eyler, Resumes for Success, 124). The same holds true for community activities, club memberships and willful activities removed of the work environment, and by mentioning them, it may be benefici al if the position one is seeking requires strong social skills, such as in management and personnel recruitment.For those seeking to change careers and recent university graduates, including college work experience on a resume can make all the difference, for the potential employer will see that the person seeking the job or position was extremely interested as a student in a particular vocation, especially if there is an indication that the work experience was as an intern, centre that it was unpaid and voluntary.Of course, military experience can often be passing influential, for some employers may be veterans or currently hold nurse status in the National Guard or sailplaning Guard. ace final piece of advice has to do with mentioning memberships in organizations that indicate a persons religion, such as Masonic lodges or fraternities, and political preference, such as a member of a political party.In the field of management, the storey carve up adds the finishing touch t o most resumes and is designed to provide place information about ones abilities, including any advanced or specialized education, create credentials and speaking engagements, all of which usually greatly impressive prospective employers (Eyler, Resumes for Success, 126). When composing the narrative, those seeking positions in management should try to include descriptive statements that strike to ones accomplishments, responsibilities and personal strengths.For example, a resume could mention that the prospective employee is an advanced(a) and officious leader, a skilled communicator and team builder an accomplished skilled at organizational repositioning and the development of strategic initiatives an accomplished corporal strategian has demonstrated leadership abilities to develop and implement solutions that improve gross revenue and revenues an ingenious at identifying and capturing business in high-growth market segments accomplished at managing different groups, peo ple and situations and an expert at human resources development, motivation and management.In conclusion, a resume is an extremely subjective document, and while its primary goal is to adorn a potential employees strengths, accomplishments and capabilities, the exact way to present these traits depends on the interviewer/employer. However, a well-constructed and written resume will always be apprehended by potential employers, for it not only demonstrates a persons organizational abilities but also illuminates ones dedication and perseverance to the often agonizing pursuit of decision the veracious job or position.To Write a Proper and Well-Constructed ResumeGenerally, a resume is a list of credentials that serves as an introduction to those who will hopefully employ a person for a particular job or position. To write a proper and well-constructed resume is often a rather daunting task, due to the need to thoroughly assess ones personality, accomplishments and acquired skills. Th e act of composing and submitting a resume also requires a careful consideration of the company that might be ones future employer.A person must know exactly what the company is looking for and if his/her qualifications meet the companys overall needs. But writing the resume is but one crucial step in the process, yet it is the most important element which will last lead to a new job or position. A poorly written resume often results in a negative response from employers, yet a well-written and conceived resume can influence the employer or interviewer to ask about ones strengths and the skills that a person can bring to a prospective employer.Even a person with little or no experience can find a good job is he/she is helped by a thoughtful and well-polished resume. In todays modern world, employers do not have the time nor the patience to read lengthy and disorganized resumes, for in reality, they look for tightly-composed, straightforward and action-based resumes. Although a one- page resume is the normal type, a two-pager may be needed if the person seeking employment has extensive work experience or has changed careers and requires the proper space to relate their accomplishments and work experience.According to Writing Resume Tips, the following traits must be part of every successful resume-careful proofreading with attention paid to spelling, punctuation, grammar and style all information must be organized in a logical fashion all descriptions must be clear and to the point simple and easy to read fonts are mandatory, such as New Times Roman, Palatino, Helvetica andArial if possible, the resume must be confined to one single page always include as much work experience as possible, even if it does not relate directly to the job one is seeking all information must be tailored to the job one is seeking, and lastly, if one is not sure on how to proceed with the writing of a resume, always seek out professional assistance, either at school or the local libra ry (Jobweb, Internet).Of course, knowing exactly what to include in a resume is an art in itself, for everything depends on a persons individual career goals as well as one the professional goals of the companies hiring in (ones) area or field of interest. Thus, through research, planning, questioning and self-reflection, a person will be able to create a well-written and positively-viewed resume (Your Resume General Concerns, Internet).There are three types of resumes that are currently being used by students fresh from the university and by professional persons seeking new positions or changing their careers. The first is called the reverse chronological resume in which the most recent job or position is listed first. This is the type of resume usually preferred by employers who have to read a large number of resumes and it is by far the most popular and widely circulated. However, this type of resume may not be the most effective means of highlighting ones skills and accomplishm ents.A second type of resume is known as the functional resume which is generally used by those re-entering the workforce after many years or trying to change career fields. This type places the focus on achievements instead of the sequence of ones work history as in the chronological resume. In the functional resume, a persons experience is presented via general accomplishments and the skills developed over ones entire working life. Also, the functional resume is organized quite differently.For example, the work experience section is divided in two with job duties and accomplishments making up one section the second section contains the basic elements of ones work history and comes after the accomplishments section which is often called employment history, due to being a chronological overview of former jobs and positions. In todays technological age, there is now another type of resume known as the electronic resume which is cut and pasted in an email and transmitted as part of th e email message.Generally, this type of resume contains no formatting-Whatever was bold becomes regular type underlining, italics, centering and justification disappear, and the resume ends up being transmitted in the font designed for emailing (Eyler, Resumes for Success, 67). However, under exceptional circumstances, a person may opt to create a generic resume which contains no industry-specific information and is meant to appeal to a wide range of organizations and companies.For the most part, all of these type of resumes, with the exception of the electronic type, contain two important sections-first, the primary section, made up of an introduction, experience and education, and then the secondary section which may contain the objective, professional honors and awards, publications, computer skills, professional organizations, community activities, club memberships, volunteer positions, college work experience, military experience and some personal information such as supportive references (Eyler, Resumes for Success, 78).Obviously, the three most important elements of any well-organized resume are the introduction which gives the potential employer some basic background information on exactly which job or position is being sought, the experience section which details a persons work history and the education section which highlights a persons educational achievements at the high school, local community college and university levels. The experience section of a resume describes the work that a person has performed throughout his/her working life or career and thus appears first on the resume.However, if a person is changing careers, his/her work experience may be completely unrelated to the type of job or position being sought which makes the education section more important, thereby placing it before the experience section. Also, if a person has held a position in which certain degrees or related documents were required for employment, such as in law, medi cine, engineering or management, the resume must begin with the education section. If a resume is begun with the work experience section, it should be in reverse chronological order, starting with the most current or recent employer.This section must also include accomplishments and duties via what type of work was done, what was achieved and how an employer benefited from ones accomplishments on the job. Special consideration should be given to supervision, such as holding some type of management position in which one supervised or managed a number of people along with the specific title one held (Eyler, Resumes for Success, 95). Following the primary section, the resume then offers more information on various personal traits.With the objective, this statement refers to the type of position one is seeking, but often it is omitted, due to limiting the types of positions which may be offered to the prospective employee by the company or institution. When describing the job objective, it is a good idea to keep it extremely simple and direct and to make certain that it tells the employer what one wants to do within a company. Professional honors and awards can also be included in the objective, but only if they relate to the position being sought.For instance, a person applying as a manager in the automotive business might include awards from major automobile manufacturers or recognition for some type of innovative change. A person might also include any type of publishing credentials, especially those related to the position one is seeking. Since todays world is so reliant on technology, it is a good idea to include a short description on ones computer skills, particularly if the skills are related to programs essential to engineering or statistical management.Professional organizations can often play important roles, for they demonstrate a sincere interest and commitment to ones career and reflect real involvement in a persons chosen field of specialty (Eyler, Resumes for Success, 124). The same holds true for community activities, club memberships and voluntary activities outside of the work environment, and by mentioning them, it may be beneficial if the position one is seeking requires strong social skills, such as in management and personnel recruitment.For those seeking to change careers and recent university graduates, including college work experience on a resume can make all the difference, for the potential employer will see that the person seeking the job or position was highly interested as a student in a particular vocation, especially if there is an indication that the work experience was as an intern, meaning that it was unpaid and voluntary.Of course, military experience can often be highly influential, for some employers may be veterans or currently hold reserve status in the National Guard or Coast Guard. One final piece of advice has to do with mentioning memberships in organizations that indicate a persons religion, suc h as Masonic lodges or fraternities, and political preference, such as a member of a political party.In the field of management, the narrative paragraph adds the finishing touch to most resumes and is designed to provide key information about ones abilities, including any advanced or specialized education, publishing credentials and speaking engagements, all of which usually greatly impressive prospective employers (Eyler, Resumes for Success, 126). When composing the narrative, those seeking positions in management should try to include descriptive statements that pertain to ones accomplishments, responsibilities and personal strengths.For example, a resume could mention that the prospective employee is an innovative and energetic leader, a skilled communicator and team builder an accomplished expert at organizational repositioning and the development of strategic initiatives an accomplished corporate strategist has demonstrated leadership abilities to develop and implement solutio ns that improve sales and revenues an expert at identifying and capturing business in high-growth market segments accomplished at managing diverse groups, people and situations and an expert at human resources development, motivation and management.In conclusion, a resume is an extremely subjective document, and while its primary goal is to illustrate a potential employees strengths, accomplishments and capabilities, the exact way to present these traits depends on the interviewer/employer. However, a well-constructed and written resume will always be appreciated by potential employers, for it not only demonstrates a persons organizational abilities but also illuminates ones dedication and perseverance to the often agonizing pursuit of finding the right job or position.

Concepts of Competencies to the Jobs Essay

1.How applicable are the concepts of competencies to the jobs in a chicken-processing plant?1.How relevant are the concepts of competencies to the jobs in a chicken-processing plant? hirsagar had been with Horizon for over twenty years. Starting off as a substitute mill-hand in the paint shop at one(a) of the familiaritys manufacturing facilities, he had been made permanent on the job five years later. He had no formal education. He felt this was a handicap, but he made up for it with a willingness to learn and a certain exuberance on the job. He was soon marked by the works theatre director as someone to watch out for. Simultaneously, Kshirsagar also came to the attention of the chairwoman of the Horizon Employees Union who drafted him into sum activities. Even while he got promoted twice during the period to become the head colour mixer last year, Kshirsagar had little by little moved up the union hierarchy and had been thrice elected secretary of the union. Labour- steer ing relations at Horizon were not always cordial.This was largely because the company had not been recording a consistently good performance. There were general cuts in production every year because of go-slows and strikes by workmenmost of them tie in to wage hikes and bonus payments. With a view to ensuring a better dread on the part of labour, the problems of company management, the Horizon menu, led by chairperson and managing director Aninash Chaturvedi, began to toy with idea of taking on a artificer on the board. What started off as a hesitant move snowballed, later on a series of brainstorming sessions with executives and meetings with the union leaders, into a situation in which Kshirsagar found himself catapulted to the Horizon board as work-man-director. It was an untested ground for the company. tho the novelty of it all excited both the management and the labour force. The board membersall functional heads went out of their way to make Kshirsagar comfortable and the last mentioned also responded quite well. He got used to the ambience of the boardroom and the mind of power it conveyed. Significantly, he was soon at home with the perspectives of top management and began to see each issue from both sides. It was smooth going until the union presented a week before the monthly board meeting, its charter of demands, one of which was a 30 per cent across-the board hike in wages.