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A Study Of Ethics: The Hiring Process

In my previous article I discussed the definition of ethics and how you, as a manager, must conduct yourself to maintain a high level of integrity. In this article I am going to discuss an area of ethical conduct that is getting businesses in a great deal of trouble. This is the application of ethics to the hiring process.

By: Lincoln Bittner

Company Profile: Walmart

This article profiles the mass marketing retailer giant Walmart.

By: George E. Banks Jr.

eLearning Communities: The Business Case

Guest contributor Karen Fullerton – a seasoned instructional media and training specialist – presents the benefits of eLearning communities, useful tips for all phases of such an initiative (from planning through ROI measurement), and online resources to help you get started.

By: Christina Morfeld

Employer of Choice, Part 2

The author's personal experiences working for the employers of choice.

By: Paym Bergson

New & Interesting Trends

New Opportunities

By: Debbi Cunnington

The Pastor and Church Finance

Changes in giving patterns can indicate a major issue for pastoral concern. That's just one reason pastors should know what their parishioners give.

By: Wayne E. Groner

Creating An Illustion Of Actually Having A Budget

Helpful hints on how to make your video or film production look like you have a much bigger budget then you do.

By: Lory-Michael Ringuette

Fall TV Part II: The Good, The Bad and The Promising

A revisit to some of the new TV prospects in greater detail. The shows have been divided into three categories: The Good, The Bad and The Promising. These predictions are based to a large extent on what other TV critics and media insiders seem to think but they are also slightly based on what I like to call my sixth sense for TV trends. This is a follow-up to a previous article "Out With The Old, In With The Old."

By: Steve Hatton

Revenge of the Mall Walkers

Armed with nylon jogging suits and fanny packs, mall walkers are coming to a shopping center near you!

By: Jenna Doscher

Youthful Dreams Made Real:Net Fans Revive an Animation Franchise

Working in animation, the next series you work on could be a "revival" series, whether inspired by executives or fans. Here's my childhood memories of the series that inspired me into this profession -- and how, years later, the power of the Internet and fans that refused to let go to their childhood memories revived a series.

By: Shannon Muir

A "Stiffnecked People"

God railed against the "stiffnecked people" when they built a built a golden calf and began worshiping it. Why did He choose this particular phrase?

By: Robert Rickover

Breast Reduction Surgery

A discussion of breast reduction mammaplasty

By: Mary D. Brown

Distance Healing Method

The author's method of sending healing energy to a friend and Leukemia patient.

By: Jodi Wetherup

Exercise and Nutrition During Pregnancy

The importance of proper nutrition and fitness during pregnancy.

By: Gloria Ferri

Is Yoga the New Exercise for Multiple Sclerosis?

Yoga is gaining popularity as an excellent exercise program for MS symptom management -- regardless of degree of disability.

By: Pamela Martin

Kidney Dysfunction in Lupus

The kidneys and renal system are frequent targets of lupus. What are the early symptoms of a possible problem? What treatments are now available? What can I do to optimize my kidney health?

By: Karyn Moran Holton

Obesity

A few words about obesity.

By: Yasser Anathallee

Secondary Fertility Signs

Mittelschmerz and other strange happenings around the time of ovulation.

By: Kristin Steinmetz

Shaman Herbs "Cedar"

Cedar "Tree of Life" for the Northwest coastal peoples. Cedar is another Shaman herb, read about it and also learn a cleansing ritual for your home.

By: Andrea Ellis

Silly Mistake

This article talks about how easy it is to be lured into feeling immune to your stalker online.

By: Kristie Thompson

The Parent's Guide to Food Allergies - a review

A review of the book The Parent's Guide to Food Allergies by Marianne S. Barber.

By: Colleen Kaemmerer

The Supermom Myth

The realities of being a new mother.

By: Shari Green

Tinea Versicolor-Revisited

Tinea Versicolor, a chronic fungal infection of the epidermis, affects thousands of people worldwide. First discussed in November of 200, we are revisiting this topic because of its overwhelming readership. Let's share each other's experiences, successful/unsuccessful treatments, frustration and general insight into this skin disorder.

By: Shannon Evans

To Be A Conservative Liberal or not To Be That is the Question

How to convinve strictly Conservative leaders that change is needed

By: William Robb

Whiling the Hours Away

Most of us have time on our hands...how do you fill the days? Are you a computer geek like myself or are you a craft person like Paul?

By: Michelle Struik

You Can Go to College--and Succeed!

Many students on college campuses are brain injured. And in many cases, they have difficulty due to limitations. In my article this month, I'm giving you some advice on how to succeed in college. With some dedication and work on your part, you can succeed and even enjoy your career as a college student. Good luck! ,Many students on college campuses are brain injured. And in many cases, they have difficulty due to limitations. In my article this month, I'm giving you some advice on how to succeed in college. With some dedication and work on your part, you can succeed and even enjoy your career as a college student. Good luck!

By: Shannon Lester

Books for the Journey

This article suggests books that may be useful for those who are interested in starting, or in furthering, their efforts toward living simply.

By: Lin Edwards

Do It Yourself 3

Continuing a multi-part series of articles on doing your kitchen renovation yourself.

By: Brian Mahoney

How to layout and frame walls

How to layout and frame walls for the home builder.

By: Eriki Filipe

Learn to Read Crochet Patterns - Part 1

Learning to read crochet patterns.

By: Lisa A. Hamblin

Making Money with Special Services, Part 2

This last installment provides ideas for special services you may consider offering your clients and key parameters to keep in mind as you move into this new and exciting opportunity.

By: Jowoanna Williams

Numbering Your Editions

Why you should/shouldn't number your editions.

By: Amy E. Badurina

One of Those Days

Comfort foods for trying times. Recipes to satisfy your soul when you are in need.

By: Jill Florio

School Stamp Clubs

This article discusses the importance of school stamp clubs, and provides some links and suggestions on how to create, operate, and promote a school stamp club.

By: Michael A. Weatherford

Stairstep Baby Quilt

Rotary cutting and strip construction method for creating a quilt top of 2 inch blocks. Directions are for a baby quilt but can be used for any size.

By: Jeanne Walsh

THE VANISHED TROUSSEAU

What did a young princess of France in 1397 have in common with a young New York girl in the year of 1910? Nothing but their trousseau, which contained similar pieces of fabric and used for the same daily acts, separated only by time. This is my last article. It has been two wonderful and prosperous years writing for Suite101. I would like to thank each and everyone of you out there who emailed me with all their linen and textile concerns. I wish you all well. So, happy hunting for "antique linens and textiles!"

By: Joan Lawrence

"Imagine"

1000 Saxophones on the Great Wall of China

By: Chris Mindel

An Arresting New Development

The second installment of "Flexible Strategies: The Many Incarnations of Sting."

By: Melanie Gold

An Evening with Jimmy Webb - Part Three

Read the final installment and hear what Jimmy Webb has to say about the art of songwriting and the state of that art today, including looking to the future and the past.

By: Janie Ross Coulter

Covered by Rockers - Original R&B Versions of Some Classics

Often, the first artist to do a song that becomes a classic is an r&b singer who remains in obscurity. Meanwhile, the performer of the subsequent rock version becomes a star. This is a look at the originators of some gems we all know.

By: Barney Quick

Ear-Friendly Electronic Toys

Suggestions and considerations for choosing electronic musical toys.

By: Jennifer T. Stack

East West :: "The Light in Guinevere's Garden"

East West, on Epic Records, saunter back and forth from metal to pop, and do it well.

By: Jon Hodges

Eddie Van Halen

How one man changed the face of guitar playing.

By: Jason Elek

Jack Templeman...That's The Father

Jack Templeman's debut release of "That's the Father" is a Contemporary Christian Music CD that would most likely be in the Country/Gospel genre.

By: Dana Olsen

Review of The Cure's "Bloodflowers"

11 and counting for the Cure.

By: Nick Bendel

Sibelius: Violin Concerto in D minor (Part II)

This is a continuation on the violin concerto by Jean Sibelius.

By: Yen Loong Teoh

"Double-Roling"

Women must take on many roles. But why does successful execution of one role seem to usurp the ability to excel in the others? Is there a way for an at-home mother to be all the roles that she wants, and needs, to be?

By: S.G.Birch

Alzheimer's 101

This article is an overview of Alzheimer's, concentrating on the signs, symptoms, behaviors, and communication skills.

By: Marci Stocks

Conflict Resolution for Students

A review of two sites related to conflict resolution for students.

By: Joan Fumia

Dealing With Tooth Decay: Part 1

What causes tooth decay in kids, and how to help prevent it

By: Hilary Evans

Fear of Growing Old Alone?

Mature childfree people speak out

By: Cara Swann

Freud's Theory of Personality: Development of the Psyche

Sigmund Freud (1856-1939), the father of psychoanalysis, spent much of his life developing an intricate theory of how the psyche, or mind, operates.

By: Tara Kuther

Full Of Autumn Spirit

Our family's beloved time of the year, Autumn. Join for a fun filled journey as to why we love Autumn so much!

By: Cindy Ovard

Lifestyles Compatible with Infant Potty Training

Infant potty training is compatible with a variety of Western lifestyles, and a list of many countries where it is used is included.

By: Laurie Boucke

Summer's End

As summer comes to a close in the north, it is time to think about what worked and what flopped. © Linda Mazar

By: Vickie Ferguson

The boys are everywhere, what am I going to do?

How do Carrie and Steve handle crawling twins? What are their solutions?

By: Carrie Webbenhurst

Travel Light and Bright

Tips for traveling light.

By: Sharon Tabor Warren

What about doubt?

An essay on nagging doubt during the long months of expecting your first child.

By: Dale Kiefer

What's a Christian to do with Harry Potter?: an Interview

An interview with Christian writer Connie Neal, author of What's A Christian To Do With Harry Potter? who discusses the Harry Potter debate and ways that the book can be used for ministry purposes.

By: Barb Huff

When You Prick Us Do We Not Bleed?

An essay questioning the notion that gays & lesbians are a threat to family values and our need to be able to legitimately marry.

By: Claudia McCreary

Back to School Week for Lawmakers: Building Trust for Government

The National Conference of State Legislatures's Trust for Representative Democracy project provides activities to engage lawmakers, teachers, students, and citizens and to dispel cynicism and mistrust of government. An interesting online survey lets people determine their level of trust (or distrust) of government.

By: Karen Koyanagi Ringuette

But Why Volunteer?

Why do people volunteer? What's in it for you? The rewards are there for you to find. What are you waiting for?

By: Lisa Stambaugh

Homelessness is bad enough, but it's worse when you're a kid.

Mean spirited people try to keep youth shelter from being approved.

By: Bea Sheftel

How Prepared is Your School?

We have talked about the importance of developing an emergency preparedness kit for our home, but what about our schools? Does your school have a plan? We, as parents, should find out how prepared our schools are.

By: Donna Satterlee

Solutions to Violence

Wendy Kudlicka takes a look at what causes violence in our youth and ways to curb those violent acts by paying attention to what they do and who their with. Channel excess energy caused by anger, before it turns into undesirable behavior.

By: Wendy Kudlicka

The International Year for Volunteers

Volunteering - who does it and why

By: Kate Evans

The Second Amendment, A Well Reasoned Interpretation

Never before in our nation's history has the second amendment to the Federal Constitution been so misunderstood...here now is part one of a two part article offering a well reason and historically based interpretation of the amendment.

By: Vincent E. Martin

Difficult Decisions About Roadless Areas

Roadless areas require management by the U.S. Department of Agriculture but developing plans isn't easy.

By: Kenneth Friedman

I SECOND THAT EMOTION, PART II: I am not a ghoul!

When you work with decomposed bodies, smelly clothing and buckets of blood, the question keeps coming up: What kind of sick human being actually WANTS to do this for a living?

By: Elizabeth Becka Lansky

Mars: The Red Planet

Overview of Mars

By: Rodolfo Astrada

Moving Towards Mars

How the second crew of the International Space Station has changed the rules of the debate over a manned mission to Mars.

By: Robert Davis

Report on the Health of the World's Oceans (3)

A continuation of last month's report -- with a focus on the solution to the problem of overfishing and overuse

By: Van Waffle

AI: The Future of Computer Security?

Continuing along a theme from an earlier article, this one elaborates on the power of AI and how it may one day be a strong force in securing cyberspace.

By: Philip M. Orbach

Download the Web

Review of Solent Software's Webstripper

By: Kathleen

Earobics--Exercise for your Ears and Brain

Review of the CD-Roms in the Earobic Series by Cognitive Concepts

By: Kay Pluta

Preview: Max Payne

The hit PC shooter is coming to a console near you. Here’s what you can expect....

By: Armaan Khan

Review: Majestic

Dan calls Majestic, EA's new online spy adventure, the game of the year.

By: Dan Finkelstein

Save Money on Your Next Rental Car

Tips to save money on your next car or truck rental.

By: Miss Thang

Yellow Click Road

With apologies for the title an update on my life with home networks and a few tips. If you hate having to log on every time you start your system this is for you.

By: Brian Hughes

Alternative Art Spaces

Explore alternative spaces (other than museums and galleries) for you to show your art!

By: Cecilia H. Lee

Andrew Wyeth's Intense Landscapes

Popular landscape artist Andrew Wyeth defies classification, but his art takes his viewers on an emotional journey.

By: Tricia Dake

Jon Berkeley's Holy Trousers

Illustrator Jon Berkeley talks about his work.

By: Suzanne Hill

The Art of Fine Dining Museum-Style

The perfect combination Food as art Art as food

By: Judith Stock

The Taming of the Shrew

A lot of fun, but don't think too hard.

By: Chris Allen

Theme Art or Writing

Using Themes for art or writing.

By: Karen Wynn

William M. Harnett

A biography of painter William M. Harnett, 1848-1892.

By: Anne Douglas

Increased Support for People with Developmetal Disabilities

Community and Social Services Minister John Baird formally announced on September 11 that agencies serving people with developmental disabilities throughout Ontario will be eligible for increased funding immediately.

By: Keenan Wellar

Internet Executive English Course

CALL (Computer-aided language learning) will never replace the classroom, just as the classroom will never replace the real world. CALL can, however, provide people with certain needs with an effective study tool.

By: Brenda Townsend Hall

Living Abroad- How To Get There

Discussion of the five major modes of international travel available-advantages and disadvantages

By: Julie Thompson

Reducing Stress in the School Year

A number of stress-reducing techniques are provided to help teenagers manage the pressures of extra-curricular activities and academics.

By: Bonny Yokeley

Reducing Stress in the School Year

A number of stress-reducing techniques are provided to help teenagers manage the pressures of extra-curricular activities and academics.

By: Sharon Krasner

Science for the Little Ones

This article deals with science in homeschool for little ones, focusing on insects.

By: Joan Archer

The Invisible Majority: Hindi

Blindness Epidemic Grips Planet! Film, uh... report, at 11!

By: Robert Henderson

The Music of Franz Liszt

Music of Franz Liszt, including The Little Bell.

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To Form a More Perfect Union

September 17, 2001 marks the 214th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States. This amazing document has been the blueprint for our country since 1787. Here is some background, and a few fun activities to help you celebrate Constitution Day with your class.

By: Irene Taylor

Tutankhamun

This article describes the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb, and also his brief reign.

By: Jodee Redmond

Why Home Based Learning?

After asking many home based learners why they chose this path, I was surprised at the replies.

By: Belinda Moore

Black Bean Soup with Smoked Ham for the Microwave

Talk about quick and easy! If you've got a half cup of smoked ham, all you need is two cans of beans and a few other items that everybody always has on hand. Whip them together in the microwave, and in no time, it's soup!

By: Richard Mann

Breakfast Burritos

Recipe for breakfast burritos, an easy to make and freeze quick breakfast for those busy mornings.

By: Angela Higgs

Eggplant (Aubergine) Season!

Have you ever wondered where eggplants come from? How to choose one at the grocery store? Or, maybe how to store it until you cook it? Or what wine would go with it? Read this article and sample my recipes!

By: Jennifer A. Wickes

Penne with Roasted Vegetables

A colorful and easy pasta dish to celebrate the end of the growing season.

By: Stella Trynda

Smoking!

How to smoke food

By: Chris Knight

USDA SAYS YES TO TERMINATOR

United States Department of Agriculture approves licensing of its seed sterilization technology.

By: Tim King

Child Warriors

Children as warriors

By: Dennis Morehouse

Gold, Gold, Gold

Discussing the two most famous gold strikes in New Zealand history

By: Philippa Jane Ballantine

The "Immediate" Family Newsletter

For those who are daunted at the thought of publishing a family newsletter, here is one type that is easier to produce, since it focuses on your immediate family. You'll be writing your newsletter in no time!

By: Deanna Corbeil

The "Marriage Crisis" in 12th Century Europe

This article discusses the clash between public opinion and the Catholic Church's authority on marriage issues during the 12th century, such as divorce, consaguinity, and consent.

By: Rachelle Hughes

The Lure of Piracy - Realty vs. Romanticism, Part 1

Once portrayed as frightening villains, pirates have become daring heroes we yearn to emulate. If real pirates were and continue to be bloodthirsty violent men, why do we romanticize them?

By: Cindy Vallar

The Sound of an Era

Orchestras and dance bands had been around since George and Martha Washington did the minuet. Jazz had its roots in the African-American slave experience. In the years 1935-1945 these two streams of American music flowed together creating the Big Band Era.

By: Earl Rickard

The Supreme Court Eats "Jim Crow," or Making Segregation Legal

It took nearly 100 years for African-Americans to receive rights granted to them by the Constitution. This articles addresses why and how this happened.

By: Melanie Storie

The U. S. Constitution and Canadian History and Culture

Preamble: Americans are notoriously self-confidant and not shy about stating that they think their system is the best in the world. Canadians can be a bit more objective about the U.S. Constitution, knowing it was a good model both for things to avoid and for things to emulate.

By: J. M. Bridgeman

Vengeance Weapons

During the latter days of the war, the Germans conducted a renewed terror bombing of London. This blitz was not carried out by waves of Heinkel, Junker and Stuka bombers, but by mindless robots, the Vergeltungswaffen -- vengeance weapons.

By: Ralph Zuljan

Afraid of Public Speaking?

If so, you're not alone. According to expert speaker and trainer Richard Kummins, the majority of people fear speaking in front of an audience. But Mr. Kummins has taught hundreds of people to overcome that fear. Read what he has to share about public speaking in this interview.

By: Sheila Cohill

Applicability and Ethicity of Behavioral Lie Detection

An examination of the current debate regarding the significant applicability and ethicity of behavioral investigative interviewing.

By: Michael Decaire

Bind Runes

Learn how to use the runes to make different bind runes.

By: Dan Gronitz

Borderline Chase For Health

Borderline Personality is "crazy-making" as are the reasons for its development. Each borderline must search for health by sticking with therapy and searching for his/her healthy, true self.

By: A.J. Mahari

Discussing atheism with religious people (III)

The series ends with an overview of common non-emotional arguments.

By: Francois Tremblay

Heroic Encounters

Reflections of the archetypal shadow are apparent in literature. Giving thought to the stories in which they appear may help us in dealing with our own shadows.

By: Bonnie McCarson

Impermanence

A beautiful spirit was with us for a while and left some songs.

By: Brooke Schedneck

John 15:1-16:33: Discipleship Is Co-discipleship

Being with Christ means participating in the communion that exists between the Father, Son and the Holy Spirit. The Christian community is an icon of the Trinity, and Christian discipleship is lived only within this context. The present article is an invitation to read John 15:1-16:33 in this light.

By: alberto esmeralda

Journey Within 2

Another sample journey for you to try your hand at and explore.

By: Roxianne Moore

Millennium on the Flip Side: Twenty-First Century Man

...In the United States, we are taught world history as a method of studying the collage of cultures within our nation. Very few nations do this openly, but there is a degree of such. Even in the harshest of tyrannies (i.e. China). However, for some time now I have wondered why the latest insights to modern and ancient history have been very reveling in its honesty. I recall never being this interested in history? Let alone the immense information out there on the subject. Then I recalled my school years. The boring memorization of dates. The lethargic interest by my teachers. Furthermore, the apathetic textbooks. I began to realize that my new found interest was do to the fact there was something to be interested in! History out side the classroom is complete...

By: David T. Davis

MYSTICAL: THE INITIAL FEELINGS

In the beginning of your journey, just how do you feel. In this segment we briefly examine the initial feelings when starting out and where to go from there.

By: Denise Lima

Psalm 23 Sermon

A sermon about the 23rd Psalm, using exegesis in the pulpit

By: Tim Zingale

Psst. Wanna Buy a Planet?

The cosmos would be for sale under a new plan. Should Congress go along?

By: Larry Winn

Psychodynamic Counselling

Exploring the psychodynamic approach to counselling.

By: Lynette Rees

Relocation, relocation, relocation

Does where you live make a difference in your spiritual growth? Maybe you need to make your life a "moving" experience.

By: Jeanine Berry

The Boston Strangler's Confession -Truth or Fiction? Part 2

Many still believe that Albert DeSalvo was not the Boston Strangler. Find out why he may have confessed to the grisly crimes and how the fight for the truth continues.

By: Brenda Gambrell