Appunti Inglese

Management styles

There are various management styles, such as:

• Delegating responsibilities.
• Directly controlling operations.
• Not fully delegating all responsibilities.

The story of David Beckham

After a defeat, Manchester United's manager accidentally injured David Beckham's eyebrow by hitting him with a football boot.

The art of delegation

Keeping employees satisfied is essential for success. This involves giving clear instructions and setting realistic deadlines. Effective management strategies help retain valuable employees and maintain a positive work environment.

Key considerations in a company’s strategic plan for growth

When creating a strategic plan, companies must take into account factors such as:

• Current sales.
• Economic forecasts.
• Competitors.
• Human and financial resources.
• Trends and fashions.
• Technology.
• Product development.

SWOT Analysis

A SWOT analysis helps evaluate:

• Strengths: Positive internal aspects of a business.
• Weaknesses: Areas where the company is at a disadvantage.
• Opportunities: External factors that can improve performance.
• Threats: External risks that could create challenges.

Marketing mix

The marketing mix is composed of four key elements:

• Product: The features of the good being sold.
• Place: Where the product is available.
• Price: The right price for the target market.
• Promotion: Advertising and promoting the product.

Comparing past and present companies

In the past, companies built their image through logos that represented the quality of their products. Today, consumers have more media options, and businesses focus on creating a brand rather than just a product. The shift has been from product-focused marketing to customer-focused strategies, often appealing to emotions to inspire customers rather than simply convincing them.

Outsourcing

Outsourcing refers to transferring certain business processes to external suppliers or service providers.

Globalization and its impact on everyday life

Globalization has led to the relocation of jobs to countries with lower labor costs, increasing competition among companies. Many businesses reduce local staff or move production abroad to cut costs.

Differences between a client, customer, and consumer

• A client pays for a service.
• A customer buys goods or services from a business.
• A consumer uses goods or services for personal use.

Communication theory

Advances in information technology and telecommunications allow people to communicate at any time and place, leading to information overload. Information Fatigue Syndrome is a new condition caused by excessive information, which increases stress for managers.

Efficient reading strategies

1. Skimming: Quickly getting the main idea of a text without reading every word, useful for understanding key points.
2. Scanning: Searching for specific information within a text.
3. Intensive reading: Focused, detailed reading for specific purposes, often used for tasks requiring deep understanding.
4. Extensive reading: Reading large amounts for enjoyment, without frequently looking up words.
5. Detailed reading: Necessary for subjects requiring in-depth understanding, such as law or literature.
6. Revision reading: Quickly reviewing familiar material to reinforce knowledge.

Traduzione

Cos'è la burocrazia?

La burocrazia si riferisce a un sistema amministrativo rigido e strutturato.

Definizione di fusione

Una fusione avviene quando due aziende si uniscono per formare un'unica entità.

Struttura piramidale in un'azienda

Una struttura piramidale è più centralizzata, con una persona al vertice e diversi livelli di dipendenti che riferiscono verso l'alto.

Differenza con una struttura orizzontale

Una struttura orizzontale comporta una collaborazione tra i vari componenti dell'azienda, con una distribuzione più equa delle responsabilità tra i membri.

Leadership

Il ruolo di un leader include:

• Ispirare e motivare il team.
• Sviluppare il talento all'interno dell'organizzazione.