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Every community in the world had their own unique way of making the final resting place
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Tombs
Every community in the world had their own unique way of making the final resting place (Tombs) for the people within their community. Most of the communities made tombs according to a person’s status in the community. Kings had special tombs that they were kept after they died such tombs were only a preserve for the King and not any other person, the design and the materials used to make the tombs was different from one community and the other.
A tomb basically is a structure or chamber that is used for burial; it is bigger than an ordinary grave as all the belongings of the person who has died is kept inside the tomb. The tombs are different from one community and the other depending on the time, place and the materials that were available. The tombs are classified into different categories depending on the structure and the time or era. In order to be able to understand the difference and similarities of the tombs one has to know as well as understand the different categories.
Beehive tomb
The beehive tomb known also as the tholos tomb was first built in the 15th century in Messenia even though later it spread to the country of Greece in the middle of the 16th century or during the Shaft Grave Period. The tombs falls under the category of structure, this is because they looked like houses and one could walk right into them. The tombs were divided into three parts which included a very thin or narrow entrance known also as the dromos, a profound doorway known also as the stomion and lastly the round chamber known in other terms as the thamalos. Each section was different from the other; the entrance was made up of stones collected from the fields, the doorway was made up of about three beam blocks and the chamber was made up of corbelled roof. The tombs were made during the Mycenaean civilization was used to bury the Rich or noble people within the community (Cussler, pg 150).
Cave tomb
The cave tomb falls under the category of feature, this is because they were not made by man but they as a result of nature. They were mostly caves that were used by various communities to carry out rituals; they had art works on the side of the grave. There was an area outside the cave known as the Talus where the rituals mostly took place (Miller pg 190).
Boyne tombs
The tomb known also as the Boyne Valley tombs are found in Ireland, they were built around 4th Millennium BC. The tombs were mostly built on top of the hills and were very decorative, they were given the name of “Boyne” as a result of the materials used to make the inside of the tombs. The tombs have been placed under the category of culture or sites. The burial complex was made up of about five henges, mounds, and three huge passage graves namely New grange, Dowth, and Knowth. The graves were used to bury any person in the community but the decoration depended on the ability of the family (Evans pg 190).
Chamber tomb
These are prehistoric tombs, they were mainly megalithic in their mode of construction, which contained a very large chamber used for burial. The burial chamber was used for different burials consecutively and was used for a very long time, this type of tombs was found in various parts of the world and different communities had different names for such a tomb. In Europe it was given names such as gallery graves, court cairn, giants’ grave, entrance graves, dolmen, hunebed, tholos, wedge shaped gallery grave, transepted, and portal dolmen. This kind of tomb had burial chambers which were rectangular in shape; they were cut into the sides of hills and had very long entrance passages (Evans pg 190).
Similarities
Most of the tombs even though were from different times and communities some had very similar features and use. The tombs of Emperor Qin, terracotta army, Xian compared to the tombs of Tikal, Guatemala and the Temple of the Great jaguar is that all the tombs were very big structures; they looked like a pyramid in shapes. Another similarity is that the tombs were used to bury kings and the very noble people in the different communities, the belongings of the dead were all placed in the tombs. The burial chambers were also similar as they were mainly rectangular in shape; lastly the tombs were made at the sides of the hills (Woolf pg 190).
Difference
Even though the tombs had similarities they also had notable differences, some of the differences of the tombs of Emperor Qin, Terracota army, Xian and Tikal, and the Great Jaguar is that the materials used were very different, the decorations on both inside the tombs and outside was also very different. The burial chambers of the Emperor of Qin were made from a variety of materials such as wood, clay, bricks, or stones. The tombs also contained hollow sculptures which were neatly arranged on and also around the tombs; another unique aspect of the Qin tombs is that they had mounded tops the decoration on top of the tombs was also very different, barrel shaped cylinders were put all round the tomb to mark the borders of the tombs. Later on the cylinders were mounted with some sculptures such as birds, boats, military equipment, warriors, female attendants and houses. The mounted figures were used to symbolize nonstop service and loyalty to the deceased in the world of the dead. The entrance to the tombs was also closed permanently that it was not possible to access the tombs once the entrance was closed (Woolf pg 190).
The Great Jaguar, although almost similar to the Qin tombs had some distinct features, they were much bigger, and the tombs were mostly made of stones both the inside and the outside. The tombs did not have mounded tops like the Qin tombs, nor sculptures. Another very notable aspect of the Great Jaguar tombs is that the tombs were accessible as they had doors which people could use to go in, the tombs were also used as temples and the people from the community would go in to pray to their gods (Cussler, pg 150).
Conclusion
Even though each and every community had a different way of honoring their dead, there were some notable similarities in how they treated the dead. They all held their leaders and other noble people in the community in high esteem as such their tombs had to be made special in a way compared to the ordinary men. The materials used to make the tombs might have been very different; the type of decoration might also have varied but it was done to the best ability of the various communities. Some of the tombs were very similar it is only the way the various called them that was different.
Work cited
Cussler, Clive, and Thomas Perry. The tombs. New York: G. P. Putnams Sons, 2012. Print.
Cussler, Clive, and Thomas Perry. The tombs. London: Michael Joseph, 2013. Print
Evans, Susan Toby. Ancient Mexico & Central America: archaeology and culture history. 3rd ed. London: Thames & Hudson, 2013. Print.
Woolf, Greg. Ancient civilizations: the illustrated guide to belief, mythology, and art. New York: Thunder Bay Press, 2005. Print
Miller, Mary Ellen, and Simon Martin. Courtly art of the ancient Maya. New York: Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco ;, 2004. Print.
discuss the pros and cons of drug addiction
Drug addiction
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Drug addiction
Drug addiction is the occurrence of being used to a drug that one cannot do without. In the contemporary society, drug addiction has become a main issue of discussion in the subject of substance abuse. Many have viewed drug addiction in terms of its advantages that they claim are: feeling better for one’s self-esteem, makes one relax, it’s a fun, one forgets their problems, and makes one feels less self-conscious. On the other hand, many people consider drug addiction on its negative side which includes high costs, health effects, disorderly conduct, affects one’s ability to work, and leads to an embarrassing behavior. In addition, the effect that drug addiction has on relationships, especially family relationships is a paramount subject. Karen et al. (2012) takes the warns that drug addiction leads to a kind of behavior he calls maladaptive behavior, that comes about due to a brain function alteration that comes about due to prolonged use of drugs. On the same subject, David (2012) argues that the greatest disadvantage of drug addiction is that it is difficult to treat. This essay seeks to discuss the pros and cons of drug addiction.
In conclusion, this essay has discussed the advantages and disadvantages of drug addiction. Some of the advantages of drug addiction touch on the social life of a person. They include feeling better for one’s self-esteem, makes one relax, it’s a fun, one forgets their problems, and makes one feels less self-conscious. The disadvantages on the other hand include high costs, health effects, disorderly conduct, affects one’s ability to work, and leads to an embarrassing behavior. With these groups divided over this issue, it remains a controversial issue in the society.
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David, H. (2012). Prescription drug addiction: the treatment challenge. The Lancet, 379 (9810): 17-18
Karen, E.D., Simon, J.P., Guy, B.W., Abigail, J.T., Trevor, W.R., & Edward, T.B. (2012). Abnormal brain structure implicated in stimulant drug addiction. Science, 335 (6068): 601-604
Current skills that match up with the marketing careers
Career Plan
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Part I
List three marketing careers that you find interesting.
Public Relation communications
Brand management
Market research analyst
Current skills that match up with the marketing careers
Marketing Career Skills I Have Skills I Need
Public relation communications
-Proficient in IT skills
-Excellent communication skills
-Presentation skills
-Time management
-Research skills
-Strategic thinking
-Multi-tasking ability in a high-pressure environment
-Relationship building skills
-International know-how
Brand management
-Team working skills
-Written and verbal communication skills
-Creativity -Relentless customer focus
-Analytical thinking
-Tech and social media savvy
-Strategic thinking
-Relationship management skills
Market research analyst
-Confident presentation skills
-Strong IT skills
-Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written
-Strong analytical mind
-Good organisational skills
-Commercial awareness
-Methodical approach to work
-Good organisational skills
-An interest in psychology and behaviour
-Ability to notice patterns within statistics
Marketing Career Skills I Have Skills I Need Ideas to gain skills
Public relation communications
Proficient in IT skills
Excellent communication skills
Presentation skills
Time management
Research skills
-Strategic thinking
-Multi-tasking ability in a high-pressure environment
-Relationship building skills
-International know-how In order to become a strategic thinker, one has to be proactive. Realizing that strategic thinking is about being ready for the future, and one of the things one can do is taking initiative to do things even before one is asked to.
All of the events and patterns that occur in the market provide clues as to what the future may hold for the market. Therefore, one can expand his or her horizons in order to get inquisitive about what is going on in the immediate environment as well as the professional field. It is also important to keep an eye out for changes and trends so that s/he can keep up. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current events and any other subjects that may be relevant to the organization.
Brand management
Team working skills
Written and verbal communication skills
Creativity -Relentless customer focus
-Analytical thinking
-Tech and social media savvy
-Strategic thinking
-Relationship management skills Among the ideas to improve skills in this section is improving listening skills since one’s certain beliefs may have flaws.
– The moment one accepts the possibilities that his or her beliefs may have defects and understand how to overcome them, the next stage is to develop listening abilities. Among the ideas can be talking to co-workers and members of the larger network, and use other viewpoints to educate in the new ways of looking at things. Maintaining an open mind, being responsive to input, and critically examining all one hears will enable one to learn.
Market research analyst
Confident presentation skills
Strong IT skills
Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written
-Strong analytical mind
-Good organisational skills
-Commercial awareness
-Methodical approach to work
-Good organisational skills
-An interest in psychology and behaviour
-Ability to notice patterns within statistics
To have a strong analytical mind, reading on a much more regular basis can assist one in keeping the mind active, forcing the mind to think in new ways, and encouraging one to see concepts in a different light as they relate to the many characters in the book or texts.
-Getting organized for work through planning, prioritizing the most important tasks first and limiting break times are some of the ideas for one to have methodical approach to working.
Other ideas include practicing problem-solving skills, playing brain games, learning something new, and building on mathematical skills.
One can develop good organizational skills by creating a habit of working in a clean workspace, building a to-do list, task prioritization, organizing working materials, and scheduling tasks.
Market Research Analyst
Personal And Career Goals
Short-term personal and career goals
Improve work-life balance.
Improve communication and networking skills
Improve performance numbers
Waste minimal time as possible during working hours
Developing good organisational skills
Learn public speaking
Increase productivity in the workplace
Achieve key performance indicators
Gain hands-on experience in the research analyst field
Long-term personal and career goals
Pursue further education
Earn a new degree or a new certificate
Build a strong network
Get a promotion
Get a salary increase
Win an industry award
Become a though leader
Create a retirement plan
Objectives (building-block goals)
Focus on personal performance
Get a support network
Make decisions responsively
Taking smart risks
Keeping what drives one alive
Human relations skills
Human relations skills, which are basically soft skills helps one create and balanced and healthy relationships in the workplace.
Important human relation skills
Conflict resolution
Proper listening skills
Good relationship building
Part II
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Company Description
SKIM is a refreshingly human customer insights agency with offices in Europe, the US, Latin America, Asia. SKIM people are research heavyweights specialized in customer decision behaviour. With roots in advanced research methods, SKIM converts tough business challenges into actionable answers. For over 40 years, team SKIM works with leading companies to understand and influence buying decisions across all channels.
Job Description
Do you thrive in a fast, technical and commercial environment? Are you passionate about finding solutions for complex business problems and ready for a challenging and rewarding career? SKIM is an international market research consultancy that specializes in optimizing consumer offerings by providing actionable insights. Join us as a Market Research Analyst!
• Learn to manage and execute all phases of a market research study, including: study design, questionnaire development, survey programming (where necessary), fieldwork coordination, analysis, writing consultative reports and presentations.
• Consult clients on their business issues (throughout the entire process) to help optimize marketing communication, product portfolios, and other aspects of new and existing product offerings.
• Learn and utilize advanced quantitative methods and “outside-the-box” thinking to help answer complex business questions.
• Consult with market research/marketing functions with our clients to help them make the best decisions possible by learning to provide clear and actionable recommendations.
Responsibilities
• Learn to manage and execute all phases of a market research study, including: study design, questionnaire development, survey programming (where necessary), fieldwork coordination, analysis, writing consultative reports and presentations
• Consult clients on their business issues (throughout the entire process) to help optimize marketing communication, product portfolios, and other aspects of new and existing product offerings
• Learn and utilize advanced quantitative methods and “outside-the-box” thinking to help answer complex business questions
• Consult with market research/marketing functions with our clients to help them make the best decisions possible by learning to provide clear and actionable recommendations
Qualifications
• Robust academic track record from a top tier program (Bachelor’s degree required). Studies in the areas of: Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Business Administration, Market Research, Marketing, Medical or Behavioral Science, Life Sciences, or Psychology. Master Degrees (relevant field of study) viewed as a plus
• We seek diverse professional experience ranging from relevant internships to three years of professional research preferably from market research, marketing or management consulting firms utilizing analytical/logic skills.
• Must have a passion for learning new quantitative/qualitative research methodologies
• Excellent analytical, oral and written skills required
• Technical proficiency in SPSS, R, and Excel
• Strong interest in the industries SKIM works in, for example, consumer goods, telecoms, technology and healthcare
• Entrepreneurial and pro-active attitude
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
Resume
Students Name:
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Phone number: 123-456-789
Profile
Market Research Analyst with a strong focus on results and data-driven decision-making. I have a broad range of experience in strategic market planning, generating new company strategies, and designing marketing plans. Competent in analyzing the market and determining competitive circumstances. Business and Management with Marketing degree from a reputable university, exceptional strategist with good communication abilities, and Business & Management with Marketing degree from a reputable institution. Committed to attain the greatest possible level of company development and to fulfil all of our objectives and ambitions.
Work experience
Carried out professional market research to determine the target market, market circumstances, consumer behaviour, market dynamics, and competition, among other things.
Did strategic market planning, data was gathered and evaluated, and new company strategies were developed and implemented.
In addition, I developed extensive questionnaires and surveys, did business predictions, and took part in weekly team meetings with management team of the company.
Worked on continuous improvement of client satisfaction, which saw a rise from 86 percent to 98 percent in little over two years of work.
Participated in the development of new marketing strategies, as well as collaboration with other departments, has resulted in a 16 percent boost in the total company efficiency, according to the results.
Was awarded Employee of the Month honours, which were only given to those who achieve outstanding outcomes while maintaining a high level of performance.
Education
09/2012 – 05/2016, Business & Management with Marketing, Castleton University, Castleton, VT, United States
GPA: 3.98 (Top 5% of the Program)
The 2015 Academic Excellence Award winner
Clubs and Societies: FinTech Society, Economics Society, Marketing Society,
09/2010 – 05/2012, IB Diploma Program, Metropolitan School Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
Graduated with Distinction (Grade 1 – A/excellent equivalent in all 6 subjects)
The 2012 Best Graduate Award winner
Activities: Business Club, Economics Society, Riding Society
Skills
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German
English
Spanish
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office
MediaRadar, TypeformHubSpot Marketing
Visual IQ, Looker
Interpersonal Skills
Communication Skills
Creative
Detail-oriented
Problem-solving
Teamwork
Time Management
Volunteering
09/2014 – 05/2015, Social Media Account Manager, Castleton University, Castleton, VT, United States
Certificates
02/2019, Certified Market Research Analyst, International Institute of Market Research and Analytics
Part III
Career Portfolio
Part IV
How does the job description you found in Part II compare to your overall career goals? Could this job be a good fit for you in the future?
My career goals do match with the job description in Part II. And hence, this job may particularly be a good fit for me in the coming years.
What are some of the benefits of professional development? How could you work this into your career plan in the future?
Increased employee retention, increased credibility and confidence, improved efficiency and increased collective knowledge are among the benefits for professional development.
What entrepreneurship opportunities exist for you in this current career path?
For entrepreneurial opportunities in this career path, one can start a marking consultancy.
Where might you need to adjust your personal and professional goals in your career plan as you continue to grow and change?
I may need to shift from the employment market to create my own brainchild through my own company.