How has been the declining trends of sales of Harley-Davidson bikes, and what can be done for the company to regenerate to its normal sales as well as to enhance them? Response Globally, the sales of Harley-Davidson bikes have been declining. For instance, sales reduced by 6.8% during the initial half of 2019. Specifically, USA sales recorded a drop of 6.5%. Sales also reduced by 6.1% in North America and 26.2% in India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. In Mexico, sales went down by 12%, 9.6% decline in Western Europe, and a 13.6% loss in Asia (“Harley-Davidson Global Performance 2019″). This has raised an alarm to the company making it strategize…

In 1882, German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche wrote what would become perhaps the most famous line in the canon Western philosophy: “God is dead. God remains dead. And we have killed him.” Nietzsche is often misconstrued as having written his famous line with glee, with a sense of schadenfreude at the recession of medieval superstition, to be replaced by the science, materialism and logic of the Age of Enlightenment. This is not the case however, as becomes glaringly obvious when considering the quote in full. Nietzsche proclaimed the death of God with a deep sense of dread. He continues “How shall we comfort ourselves, the murderers of all murderers? What was…

After viewing the Yojimbo and A Fistful of Dollars films, they depict both similarities and differences. The similarities between the two films are confined to the plot. Leone incorporated many of Kurosawa’s plot devices in his movie of A Fistful of Dollars. In Kurosawa’s film, the town is divided between two antagonizing families vying for control. Conversely, in A Fistful of Dollars, the gangs comprise of two families, the Baxters, and Rojos (“Fistful of Dollars-1964,” 2019). This brutal image gives a clear picture of how the heroes can stand up against the challenges they face. Despite instances of similarities, the films show some different resolutions. For example, at 0.40 minutes we can see that Yojimbo comprises…

The reading discusses ideas that school counselors can use to create effective counseling programs that promote student achievement. One of the goals of such programs is to ensure all students have equitable access to rigorous education (American School Counseling Association, 2012). Furthermore, effective school counseling programs are data-driven and delivered systematically by state-credentialed school counselors. The reading also proposes that decision makers should create unity and focus through collaboration between counselors, parents, and other educators. School counselors are encouraged to be part of educational teams and use their leadership, advocacy, and cooperative skills to promote suitable change. However, they should ensure that their missions are aligned with those of their…

The American realism covers the period between civil war to the start of the 20th century when prominent writers, such as William Dean Howells, Rebecca Harding Davis, Henry James, and Mark Twain (Class Notes: Realism par. 1). These writers concentrated on writing fiction stories that focused on accurate accounts and representation of American lives. The American literature during that period concentrated on the life of Americans before and after the civil war. As such, it shifted from previous literature whose ideas and structures centered on Romanticism. Notably, the shift was prompted by realist writers’ belief that language is a powerful tool of representing reality aesthetically, commanding literacy skills, and promoting…

Amon could no longer hear the blaring sound of guns. A peaceful silence had engulfed the air. How he survived that war remains a misery. What Amon remembers was the fight that ensued a day before. “How long have I been here?” he wondered. It was a miracle that he had survived the attack. After quickly gazing at his surroundings, he could not believe his eyes. Was he dead? No, this was reality. All of his colleagues and enemies were all dead and scattered around the ground. He slowly got up to get a better view of the vicinity. Even though he writhed with pain, Amon smiled, for he was…

Alexi’s ‘Pawn Shop’ story is a kind of tale that I would like to see more of. It’s exciting and captivating. An Indian man is introduced, and it all revolves around him. This Indian man walks to a bar after being away for a while, and he notices a significant difference from what he left behind. This man remains as he representative of the rest of Indians to the society. The bartender expects that he should have an idea of where the rest of the Indians went. The bartender thinks he is the only person who can explain the disappearance of the rest of the Indians. He is not restricted…

The modern society exhibits high travel levels with the need for flying significantly increasing over the past decades. Travellers are keen to consider a wide range of factors before they can embark on a trip. Airline safety raring is one of the vital factors that travellers are keen on. Indeed, air transport is considered to be more secure than any other form of transportation. However, the safety-conscious of the travellers coupled with the safety ratings of the airlines play a critical role in the choice of an airline by a traveller. The safety ratings are available to the public and it informs their decisions on airline choice. Airline safety ratings…

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a business self-regulating policy that allows companies to be socially accountable while promoting their brand. Depending on the organization CSR can be any form of philanthropic or volunteer activity. Walmart is among the top five Fortune 500 companies and it began a sustainability journey over 10 years ago. The retails store is focused on providing consumers with a retail experience that is satisfying, affordable, and one-stop shopping. Walmart began as a discount store selling more for less; this concept has grown to a CSR initiative that is focused on the globe not a community. Walmart’s global responsibility covers the Environment, Social, and Government (ESG) issues…

Optotech Centre P.O BOX 12233 New York, USA 15 AUG, 2019 To Whom It May Concern RE: (NAME) It is absolutely my pleasure to recommend (Name) for a position at your school. Having worked with him for about one year, I must admit that I thoroughly enjoyed the level of commitment and integrity (Name) displayed. (Name) is not only a dependable person but also an honest and very hardworking individual. Besides, he is an amazing team player who cannot compromise the team objectives for his personal reasons. The fact that he is ever ready to lay aside every other setback and sacrifice fully for the success of the team makes…