Assignment Part 1
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Think about what would be the most important factor in whether or not you became a franchisee with that company.

• Describe the attractive features of the business and try to actually sell to other prospective franchisees: What differentiates it from its competitors?

• Why is it a good investment?

"Discover Your True North" Assignment 4 Part 2

Answer the following questions from the required reading in "Discovering Your True North" (pages 101-102). I expect you to answer the following questions with thought and reflection. I should also see from your responses a reflection of your required reading this week in "Discovering Your True North" (pages 77 - 102). If you respond to these questions with short responses and little to no reflection, you will not receive potential full credit.

1. What are your vulnerabilities, blind spots, and shadow sides? To what extent do you use defensive armor as a shield to protect yourself from exposing your vulnerabilities with others?

2. When you face displeasing situations or receive critical feedback from others, how well are you able to take in the feedback and respond in a constructive manner without activing defensively?

3. How well do you understand the emotional makeup of others and their needs? How sensitive are you in relating to others' needs and helping others? How skillful are you in building lasting relationships?

4. How comfortable are you with who you are right now?

Business Ethics -240 Assignment Part 3

Using the provided Discussion Assignment Rubric as a guide, please answer the following questions on Whole Foods Strives to Be an Ethical Corporate Citizen. The discussion response should be in paragraph form with a minimum of 250 words. The discussion replies should be a minimum of 50 words and must include more than whether you agree with your classmates or not. The goal is to create some interesting discussion. Sometimes, the subject matter may be sensitive. Please try to be respectful to your classmates.

1. If you have shopped at Whole Foods, share your shopping experience. In your opinion, what has set Whole foods apart from their competition?

2. Pick one of Whole Foods Core Values. Elaborate on how it contributes to Whole Foods sustainable work force and strong organizational mission, values and culture.

3. What are some ways that Whole Foods may might have neglected certain stakeholders in the past?