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The Enduring Legacy of the Yamato Clan - Shaping Japan's Past and Present   created at Feb 26, 2024   419   The Yamato clan stands as an indelible cornerstone in the rich tapestry of Japanese history, its influence transcending epochs and leaving an indelible mark on the nation's political, cultural, and social landscape. Originating in the verdant Yamato region...

Echoes Across the Sea - Baekje's Influence on Japan's Yamato Period   created at Feb 26, 2024   310   The Baekje Kingdom, one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea, had a significant impact on Japan during the Yamato period. Here are some key points:Cultural Exchange: Baekje had close cultural and trade relations with Japan, particularly during the late Yamato pe...

The history of the Korean nation began in Manchuria and the Korean Peninsula when people started settling there 700,000 years ago   created at Feb 18, 2024   385   The history of the Korean nation began in Manchuria and the Korean Peninsula when people started settling there 700,000 years ago. Representative historic sites associated with the Paleolithic Age, when people made tools of animal horns and chipped stone t...

Confucius - Chinese philosopher of the Spring and Autumn period who is traditionally considered the paragon of Chinese sages   created at Feb 03, 2024   699   Confucius (孔子; pinyin: Kǒngzǐ; lit. 'Master Kong'; c. 551 – c. 479 BCE), born Kong Qiu (孔丘) was a Chinese philosopher of the Spring and Autumn period who is traditionally considered the paragon of Chinese sages.Confucius's teachings and philosoph...

Evaluate and Encourage Full Participation and Success To Optimize The Performance Review Process   created at Feb 22, 2014   149   There is widespread recognition that an annual meeting to evaluate progress does not have the same benefits as ongoing dialogue and feedback. Feedback that is delivered when it is most relevant enhances learning and provides the opportunity to make necessa...

Adequately Prepare and Train Your Managers To Optimize The Performance Review Process   created at Feb 22, 2014   108   Managing the performance of another individual is not an easy task and requires many skills. Training may be required to ensure managers feel adequately prepared to effectively complete all the tasks related to performance management. This is especially th...

Ensure an Ongoing Process To Optimize The Performance Review Process   created at Feb 22, 2014   114   As the following diagram illustrates, goal setting, performance planning, performance monitoring, feedback and coaching is ongoing and supports the creation of the performance appraisal, which in turn supports processes related to rewards, learning and dev...

Begin with Performance Planning To Optimize The Performance Review Process   created at Feb 22, 2014   125   Using established goals as a basis, performance planning sets the stage for the year by communicating objectives, and setting an actionable plan to guide the employee to successfully achieve goals. Performance planning, as with all other steps, is a collab...

Set Goals Effectively To Optimize The Performance Review Process   created at Feb 22, 2014   131   Goals are the basis of an effective process. There are two key elements to consider when developing goals. First, are goals written clearly and objectively? Second, are they directly contributing to the achievement of business strategy? Clearly communicati...

Sample 360 degree feedback for performance assessment surveys   created at Feb 22, 2014   140   The evaluation forms for employees at different levels will have a lot of overlap in some areas, but differ significantly in other areas. Listed below are some sample 360 feedback survey categories, with examples of how the assessment items might differ fo...

Hive provides SQL-like query language on HDFS(Hadoop Distributed File System)   created at Mar 14, 2012   421   Hive defines a simple SQL-like query language, called QL, that enables users familiar with SQL to query the data. At the same time, this language also allows programmers who are familiar with the MapReduce framework to be able to plug in their custom mappe...

The Lowdown on Caffeinated Sodas During Pregnancy   created at Nov 18, 2009   199   The short answer is: limit or avoid caffeinated sodas during pregnancy.During pregnancy,moderate caffeine consumption,generally defined as less than 200 milligrams per day,is typically considered acceptable,though individual sensitivities vary.However,exce...

What is Hodgkin's disease?   created at May 22, 2009   92   Hodgkin's disease is a type of lymphoma. Lymphomas are cancers that develop in the lymphatic system, part of the body's immune system. The job of the lymphatic system is to help fight diseases and infection. The lymphatic system includes a network of thin ...

Hodgkin's disease is a type of lymphoma   created at May 22, 2009   107   Hodgkin's disease facts: The American Cancer Society estimates that about 7,350 new cases of Hodgkin's disease will be diagnosed in the United States this year. Hodgkin's disease affects women somewhat less often than men. Of those new cases, 3,370 will oc...

Possible side effects of human growth hormone   created at May 19, 2009   93   By far the most common side effect to GH therapy is joint pain or joint swelling. Joint pain presents 27% of the time, and joint swelling will present 41% of the time. These joint issues are related to incorrect dosages, and your doctor will adjust the dos...

What are the benefits of the chicken pox vaccine?   created at May 13, 2009   107   It may seem unnecessary, because childhood chicken pox (also known as varicella) is usually a relatively mild illness. And some parents think it's better to let their kids be exposed to chicken pox so they'll have the illness (and the resulting immunity) n...

What is anaphylactic shock?   created at May 12, 2009   106   Anaphylactic shock (also called anaphylaxis) is a rapid and severe allergic reaction, and one of the scariest health emergencies a parent can face. It starts when the immune system mistakenly responds to a harmless substance as if it were a serious threat....

What if he's allergic to the insect?   created at May 12, 2009   79   In rare cases, a child may have a severe allergic reaction to a bite or sting, which could be fatal. If your baby has any of the following symptoms after he's bitten, call an ambulance: •  wheezing or trouble breathing •  vomiting •  hives or a rash ...

What should I do if the rash doesn't get better?   created at May 11, 2009   84   Talk with your baby's doctor or a pediatric dermatologist. If the rash doesn't get better after following the suggestions above, your doctor might suggest trying mild topical steroids, which can be bought over the counter. If the over-the-counter variety d...

How to remove attached ticks ?   created at May 06, 2009   100   Prompt removal of ticks decreases the chances of getting Lyme disease. The proper and easiest method is to grasp the tick with fine tweezers, as near the skin as you can, and gently pull it straight out. Be careful not to squeeze the tick when removing it ...

Side effects of vulvar cancer surgery   created at May 05, 2009   124   The consequences of curative surgery can be psychologically devastating, as vulvar surgery can result in lifelong anatomic alterations. Sexual dysfunction is common because of loss of clitoris in some clinical situations and in general because of alteratio...

What are the causes and risk factors for ovarian cancer?   created at May 05, 2009   159   It is difficult to discover what actually causes cancer from one person to another, but researchers have discovered several factors that increase a woman’s likelihood of developing ovarian cancer. Some risk factors for ovarian cancer include: Most ovarian...

What is the difference between precancerous conditions and cancer of the cervix?   created at May 04, 2009   74   Cells on the surface of the cervix sometimes appear abnormal but not cancerous. Scientists believe that some abnormal changes in cells on the cervix are the first step in a series of slow changes that can lead to cancer years later. That is, some abnormal ...

What are the causes and risk factors for pancreatic cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   82   It is difficult to discover what actually causes cancer from one person to another, but researchers have found several specific factors that increase a person’s likelihood of developing pancreatic cancer. Risk factors for pancreatic cancer include: Over 5...

What do I need to know about the treatment for colorectal cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   105   The doctor develops a treatment plan to fit each patient’s needs. Treatment for colorectal cancer depends on the size and location of the tumor, the stage of the disease, the patient’s general health, and other factors. Most people who have cancer want t...

The risk factors for developing colorectal cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   118   Some people are more likely to develop colorectal cancer than others. Studies have found that certain factors increase a person’s risk. The following are risk factors for this disease: Polyps – Most (perhaps all) colorectal cancers develop in polyps. Pol...

How do I prevent colon-rectal (colorectal) cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   99   Although colorectal cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in the United States, scientists are trying to learn more about what causes the disease and how it can be prevented. Doctors do not yet know why one person gets colorectal cancer and anot...

What are the side effects of treatment for thyroid cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   133   The methods used to treat thyroid cancer are very powerful. That's why treatment often causes side effects. Fortunately, most side effects are temporary. After radioiodine therapy, some people get swelling of the salivary glands in the cheeks or neck.  Th...

What are the types of brain tumors?   created at May 04, 2009   355   There are primary and secondary brain tumors. Tumors that begin in brain tissue are known as primary tumors. Secondary tumors are when cancer spreads from another site to the brain, which is called metastasis. Brain tumors are classified by the type of tis...

What is Bone Cancer?   created at May 03, 2009   127   Cancer that starts in the bone (primary bone cancer) is relatively rare, with about 2,500 cases diagnosed in the United States each year. The most common types of bone cancer occur more frequently in children and young adults, while other bone cancer is pr...