1) Too often in companies, people do not seem to be on the same page. We refer to being on same page as organizational alignment (everyone pulling in the same direction). What are the five most important factors associated with organizational alignment (be sure to rank)? Note: when asked to list 5 things, this does not mean to only list, because listing is not a DEMONSTRATION of your thinking. Write about why these "things" are important to organizational alignment.

2) How is it possible for three different people to watch the same event, and actually see three different things (actually recall different occurrences)?

3) When trying to build a GLOBAL company, what are the FIVE considerations that must be incorporated in its global strategy? Explain why. Note: when asked to list 5 things, this does not mean to only list, because listing is not a DEMONSTRATION of your thinking. Write about why these "things" are important to successful global strategies

4) Why would you like to work in another country or for a global company, and why do you see yourself working for (or not working for) an international company where you interact closely with co-workers and customers around the world (or travel to other parts of the world in your work)?

5) Why does business exist (why do businesses exist)? How was the idea of business ever created? What purpose do businesses serve (how do they serve individuals and how do they serve society)?