Forms of Communication

Forms of Communication

G. W. Goodrum, Jr.

 In the following paper I will assess my concept of self and my developing communication skills, strengths and weaknesses, challenges and further opportunities for growth.  This assessment will comprise of my knowledge and skills of interpersonal, group and organizational communications.  Each form of communication will be

Humor and Persuasion

Humor and Persuasion

G. W. Goodrum, Jr.

                      

In the following paper I will detail the effectiveness of humor in persuasion.    More importantly I will describe the effectiveness of humor and the risks associated when attempting to use humor in advertisement. This paper will provide research information from theorist that challenge the hypotheses of others theorist attempts to persuade readers of their conclusions of the effectiveness of humor

Our Conflicts and Its Management

Our Conflicts and Its Management

G. W. Goodrum, Jr.

             In the following paper I will attempt to explain why conflicts occur and how our personality types manage dilemmas that we face.  I will also provide information on how ethics play a key role in the decision to resolve conflicts in the work place.  Finally I will show how forgiveness, mediation and arbitration will provide

Mediation and Arbitration

Mediation and Arbitration

G. W. Goodrum, Jr.

                  

            In the following paper I will attempt to explain the function, role and effectiveness of mediation and arbitration in conflict resolution.  I will also describe what types of disputes can be utilized by mediation and arbitration.  There will be an explanation of what the American Arbitration

Themes and Corresponding Works

Themes and Corresponding Works

G. W. Goodrum, Jr.

            In this paper, I will try to compare and contrast two separate poems.  The comparison works will be that of “What it’s like to be a black girl” by Patricia Smith and “Child of the Americas” by Aurora Morales.  This paper will display race and ethnicity of two contrasting authors

Voting Rights in America

Voting Rights in America

G. W. Goodrum, Jr.

            This paper will identify and examine barriers to voting rights guaranteed by the United States Constitution.  The voting rights that were previously protected by Federal law are now at risk of being overturned by state and local government officials that govern elections.  There will be a brief history lesson on voter suppression throughout certain

Police Brutality in America

Police Brutality in America

G. W. Goodrum, Jr.

Over the past two decades there have been numerous allegations of police overstepping the boundaries to protect and serve the community.  Most incidents between police and US citizens can be avoided or reduced by contemplating changes in police training such as use of force and increasingly expressing empathy; treating citizens with respect

Why Should Mothers Breastfeed

Why Should Mothers Breastfeed

 

G. W. Goodrum, Jr.

  

            Since the beginning of time mothers of have breastfed their young.  Nature has revealed a way to nourish, protect and decrease infant mortality rates.  Breast feeding is unique way to provide ideal food for healthy growth and development of young infants and children.   Breastfeeding education programs have been developed to empower parents to support the breastfeeding initiatives and experience the advantages for both Mother and infant.

How to Deal with Annoying Co-Workers

How to Deal with Annoying Co-Workers

G. W. Goodrum, Jr.

As a manager you have to consider multiple solutions when dealing with employees of different backgrounds, gender and age.  Thinking about the advice from the authors and relational communication skills made a lot of sense.  Look inward, look for the positive, let it roll off your back, and be happy they aren’t in my family.

More Perfect Union Speech

More Perfect Union Speech

G. W. Goodrum, Jr.

In the following paper I will attempt to persuade the readers that the resentment of the two subgroups in the United States of America is valid.  The anger and resentment between the two subgroups (blacks and whites) will be proven to be counterproductive to race relations in our country.  I will also address and analyze a quote from William Faulkner, “The past isn’t dead and buried; in fact, it isn’t even past.”