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What are the biggest meat industry problems? Why do these problems happen? Some of the biggest meat industry problems are with the working conditions in slaughterhouses. These workers deal with constant unsafe and unsanitary conditions. Read more about meat industry problems below.
What’s the practice of fast food franchising? Why is franchising detrimental? Fast food franchising is a common practice in the fast food industry. Franchisees are responsible for their restaurants, like business owners, but have no autonomy—much like a regular employee. Plus, much of fast food franchising is subsidized by taxpayers. Read more about fast food franchising, how it works, and why it’s a bad practice.
What is the Law of Empowerment? Why is it important for leaders to empower their subordinates by delegating critical functions of their organization? The Law of Empowerment is John C. Maxwell’s twelfth law of leadership. This law states that effective leaders have both the trust and the courage to empower others. If leaders don’t empower their subordinates, they inadvertently limit their organization’s success because others aren’t allowed to reach their full potential. Keep reading to learn about the Law of Empowerment by John C. Maxwell.
What is mass farming in the poultry industry? How does the mass manufacture of the McNugget lead to mass farming? Mass farming is one side-effect of the mass production of the McNugget. Because fast food is produced in giant quantities and is the same everywhere, farming changed, too. Read more about mass farming and how McDonald’s affects the poultry industry.
What is the Law of the Picture? What can you, as a leader, do to encourage your employees to deliver their best performance? The Law of the Picture is one of The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell. It states that effective leaders lead by example. Therefore, leaders should carefully evaluate their actions because they will be mirrored by their subordinates. Keep reading to learn about the Law of the Picture and how to put it to work for your business.
What are McJobs? What are the issues with jobs in the fast food industry, like McJobs at McDonald’s? Jobs at McDonald’s are often referred to as “McJobs.” And since the whole goal of McDonald’s is to have high production with minimal cost, this applies to their human workforce as well. Read more about McJobs and how McDonald’s helped create the underpaid workforce.
What is the Law of Process? What do you think is more important when it comes to leadership—inherent talent or purposeful practice? The Law of Process is the third law in The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership. It states that, contrary to a common misconception, leadership is not an inborn trait, but rather a skill that’s developed through frequent and consistent practice. Keep reading for more about the Law of Process by John C. Maxwell.
Who is Carl Karcher? What was his role in the early days of McDonald’s? Carl Karcher was an entrepreneur who saw the potential in the McDonald brothers’ Speedee service system. Combined with the new U.S. interstate system, Karcher saw a formula for success and grew McDonald’s locations from 250 to 3,000 in the 1960’s and 70’s. Read more about Carl Karcher and his role in expanding McDonald’s.
What is the Law of Priorities? What do priorities mean in the context of leadership? The Law of Priorities is one of John C. Maxwell’s laws of leadership. As the name suggests, the Law of Priorities is all about having what it takes to put priorities first on the to-do agenda. Keep reading to learn about John C. Maxwell’s Law of Priorities.
How can you encourage your employees to work independently and with accountability? What are the top three behaviors that diminish independence? Allowing your employees to have independence at work has so many benefits. Your employees will learn accountability, self-reliance, responsibility, and gain confidence. You will be able to take time off and trust that your company is doing well. Continue on to learn why giving your employees independence is so crucial.