Abstract The paper begins with a general discussion of the gambling industry, including legalization, revenue statistics and government regulation. Then the necessity of friendly and courteous dealers in casinos is explored, including positive representation of the casino to the public, and encouraging the spending of money and future return to the casino.
From the Paper "Gambling has been legal in Nevada since 1931. For the year 2001, total gaming revenue in the State of Nevada totaled $9,468,598,681. In addition, "The gaming industry's total contribution to federal, state, and local taxes is estimated to be $2.2 billion a year. These contributions mean Nevadans don"t pay, among others: state personal income tax, state corporate income tax (measured by net income), state sales tax on food, state inheritance tax, and state gift tax? (Berkley).
Gaming in Nevada is highly regulated by the State Gaming Control Board and in many aspects by the Federal Government. "All establishments where gaming is conducted and where gambling devices are operated, and manufacturers, sellers and distributors of certain gambling devices and equipment must therefore be licensed, controlled and assisted to protect the public health, safety, morals, good order and general welfare of the inhabitants of the state, to foster the stability and success of gaming and to preserve the competitive economy and policies of free competition of the State of Nevada" (Gaming Control)."
Abstract In a feudal age when lords and ladies lived in accordance with chivalric codes, society viewed the heroic ideal not as an elusive paradigm, but as an essential component of a good man. The paper shows that the ideal, stereotypical hero in a romance is a strong, crafty, brave, courteous, charmingly handsome ladies' man of noble birth. As opposed to the epic hero who retains some degree of individuality as he strives for high achievement, the romantic hero is a type of man who encounters unrelated adventure after adventure while on his quest to accomplish a goal such as rescuing a lady in distress, obeying a king's command, or seeking the Holy Grail. The paper discusses the image of a hero in "King Horn" and "Sir Orfeo", by anonymous authors, where he is a man of high standing who is exiled and then forced to rebuild his reputation in a foreign land.
From the Paper "Unlike Horn who consistently relies on his attractiveness, Orfeo forsakes his appearance to assume the appearance of a poor pilgrim; "al his bodi was oway duine" and "his here of his berd, blac and rowel' (356). Such renunciation of the luxurious life he previously led is his effort to associate himself with the natural world so that he can
retrieve his wife Heurodis from the fairies. At the same time, the medieval audience recognized this alienation motif as essential to a hero's development. Only when his beard is shaved off, his self-imposed isolation ending with the acquisition of his queen, can Orfeo once again dress as a handsome king, charming his audience in addition to his subjects."
Abstract Emily Dickinson's poetry is certainly no stranger to themes of death and her poem, "Because I Could Not Stop for Death" is an excellent example of how differently she approached death. Dickinson paints death in a somewhat courteous light, while speaking about it in a very casual yet peaceful way. This paper explores her unique style of handling an uncomfortable subject matter in a relaxed way. In addition, by examining the poem, the reader is able to understand that Dickinson may have believed that death was simply another phase of life and as a result, had comes to terms with her own death, which allowed her to think of it in a calm manner.
From the Paper "The title of the poem indicates that Dickinson saw herself as being too busy living life so that she probably had not considered death very much. This is an intriguing introduction to the poem, which already prepares the reader for a different mood in that she "could" not stop as opposed to "would" not stop for death. The reader could take this as a sign that Dickinson was indicating she would not go willingly and the she would have to be stopped as opposed to surrendering to death. This could also be an indicator of Dickinson's personality, which suggests she might have been stubborn and strong."
Abstract This paper examines how customer service, regardless of venue, albeit clinical, retail, collections, telemarketing or hospitality, is one on the most difficult employment areas within which to be employed. It looks at how servicing people requires the service agent to be respectful, courteous, ethical, and have the ability to resolve problems, inquiries, and/or complaints as quickly and expeditiously as possible at all times. It explores how the required skill of emotion labor is generally not recognizable by customer or employer, as both entities have removed themselves from the front lines of customer service and how, in order to maximize the quality of offered guest services, there exists a need for both employer and employee to recognize the value of emotional labor.
From the Paper "The emotional labor phenomenon in psychology is a complex process to understand when attempting to explain something that is yet to be recognized by occupational therapists, psychologists, social workers, or business professionals. Emotional labor, as a skill, can best be defined as the being able to emotionally engage and or detach from a situation pursuit of excellent customer service (Ohlson, 2004). Further, the concept of emotional labor cannot be defined without adding the construct of emotional work to the definition. Both emotional labor and emotional work are intricately combined to form what is generally termed as value related job requirements. Knowing that all labor is emotional, what separates the novice from the artist is the emotion tied to the work."
Abstract An in-depth look the character Sir Gawain from the Medieval English romance ""Sir Gawain and the Green Knight". The text is written in verse by an anonymous author and consists of three separate stories with the same character, Sir Gawain. Nobility has its upside and its downsides; both are shown through his character. The paper gives an insight into how hard Gawain tries to be as perfect as possible. He maintains high standards for himself. He prides himself on his using of the five points of chivalry in every aspect of his life: Piety, humility, loyalty, integrity and honesty. According to the paper his main flaw proves to be that he loves his own life so much that he will lie in order to protect himself. The paper concludes that though he ends his quest, Gawain appears at the end of the poem as a humbled man who realizes his own faults and must live with the fact that he will never achieve his own high standards.
From the Paper "Sir Gawain is the nephew of King Arthur's and one of his most loyal knights. Gawain has the reputation of being a great knight and courtly lover. He prides himself on his using of the five points of chivalry in every aspect of his life. Gawain is a follower of piety, humility, loyalty, integrity and honesty. His only flaw proves to be that he loves his own life so much that he will lie in order to protect himself. With the eyes of numerous characters in the poem, we can see Gawain as a noble knight who is crazy about chivalry; he is loyal, honest and most of all - courteous. With the progress of the story we discover Gawain depend on a huge number of tests of character, known and even some unknown. These tests gives us a possiblity to discover Gawain's character and his ways of problemsolving. Throughout the inconviniances and troubles he met on his way, the author allows us to understand the way Gawain is thinking, and we see that he sometimes works hard to be loyal and courteous. These scenes give us insight into how hard he tries to be as perfect as possible, Gawain kept himself on a high standards."
Abstract This paper reviews Green's discussion on how the personalization of the library experience can be accomplished between librarian and reader. The paper continues by saying that Green contended that each individual from every walk of life was capable of using the library system. As individuals sought knowledge through literature it was, according to Green, the librarian's responsibility to ensure that the information that was needed was easily retrieved. The paper further reports that this process was accomplished in an atmosphere of courteous service to every library patron.
Abstract The paper explains that martial arts, in addition to being an excellent form of physical exertion, offers a protected environment through which children are taught the fundamental values of honor and discipline as well as respect, obedience, motivation and self-esteem. The paper outlines the proposed study and discusses how implementing martial arts into the learning establishments encourages positive behavior, courteous, responsible and disciplined students.
Outline:
Statement of the Problem
Introduction
Theoretical Rational
Operational Definition
Significance of the Study
Limitation of the Study
Methodology
Conclusion
From the Paper "Teenagers and late preteens, who tend to view the world from a more simplistic perspective, generally see and understand things in a black and white format. Consequently, during the psychological and hormonal changes that are so prevalent during this age group, a change of perception brings about the realization that there may be more depth to the world than previously believed. This shift in perception can, therefore, bring about confusion and anger, specifically when children may not have the guidance and positive influence that is so much needed during this difficult transition period. If this aggression and confusion has no valid outlet, it can stem into a range of psychological disorders, including sometimes-violent outbursts and depression."
Abstract This paper discusses Dickinson's portrayal of death as a masculine figure, reflecting the fact that, during the nineteenth century, masculinity was portrayed as the ruling force both in celestial and earthly terms. By further portraying this power as a devious Victorian suitor, the weakness and naivety of the female speaker is made apparent, especially in poems 712, 1445, and 1053. The writer describes how in these poems the speaker is won over by the charming wiles of her suitor only to be violated and then abandoned by him. This representation of Death as the "supple Suitor" and violator illustrates the balance between the desirable aspects of love and marriage, and the fearsome aspects of sex and childbirth, and probably also Dickenson's personal fears, since she spent her life secluded and unmarried.
From the Paper "The largest twist of the poem, however, takes place in the fourth stanza as the atmosphere shifts from that of a sunny afternoon drive in the country to that of a journey into eternity. The speaker seems to have been thrown out of the confinement of the carriage, or perhaps jolted from her conception of "we" - for death is eternally solitary and belongs to no one - and especially not to her. The speaker is abandoned and left exposed to the harsh world of reality, and as the Dews cease to be inanimate, like the fields of grain in the previous stanza, they bring "quivering and chill" to the speaker which easily penetrate her flimsy garments. This personification of dew serves to illustrate the vulnerability and naivety of the speaker as she fails in protecting herself from them, and allows her trust to be violated by all-powerful death."
