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Going Cashless: Privacy Implications for Gun Control in a Digital Economy
Get PDFThis paper will examine how, given the United States’ shift toward a cashless economy, the country’s top credit-card companies’ potential decision to implement a new merchant code for firearm-related transactions as a method of gun control will backfire, jeopardizing consumer privacy and leading to unregulated transactions through cryptocurrencies. Since the majority of gun violence stems from firearm transactions not involving credit cards, credit-card companies should abandon the new merchant code that dissuades Americans from exercising their fundamental rights. The American economy should focus on slowing the shift toward a digital economy so that federal and state governments can implement legislation that safeguards privacy rights within the context of new technology. Part I will trace the public policy and market factors that have spurred the global shift toward a digital economy. Part II will dissect federal Fourth Amendment case precedent as it pertains to modern technology and the latest social trends. Part III will analyze various state laws and their insufficiencies in safeguarding privacy rights given new, intrusive technology. Part IV will discuss the International Organization for Standardization’s (ISO) new policy and the different privacy concerns that may arise. Part V will highlight the deficiencies in the ISO’s new policy. Part VI will outline three methods to slow the United States’ shift toward a cashless economy, which will secure additional time for federal and state governments to address concerns for fundamental rights pertaining to digital-payment systems
Women Police Chiefs: A Self-perception of Women Officers in Law Enforcement
Get PDFA large body of literature substantiates women’s difficulties integrating into all levels of law enforcement. To understand the experiences of women police officers in the force, and to understand how law enforcement leaders view the role of women in leadership positions, this study focused on the perception of six women police officers–specifically, women police chiefs towards women who already assumed leadership positions, overcame challenges entering law enforcement and advancing into leadership positions, and collected their input on organizational decisions, policy, and recruitment of women officers. This study employs a qualitative phenomenological methodology and interviews six women police chiefs in depth. Findings suggest that from the perspective of women police chiefs, the role of women in law enforcement leadership positions is associated with special soft skills, positions or titles that women can hold, and a gender discrepancy in terms of access to leadership roles in law enforcement. Interviewees generally shared the sentiment that the male-dominated culture in policing is gradually changing as women enter the field. Interviewees indicate that this change in conjunction with soft skills that women possess and contribute to the profession as advantages for women in policing leadership positions. On the other hand, interviewees also shared the disadvantages and obstacles that women leaders must still overcome, including a lack of support for women who are child-rearing at some point during their careers, a persisting masculinity culture, and a lack of guidance from senior officers. Findings from this study align with interventions and strategies that support women in leadership roles; therefore, to overcome the various challenges reported by our interviewees, we recommend policy changes at the organizational or county level that allow women the flexibility to attend to child-rearing needs, such as flexible work schedules that align with school schedules, and day care; changes to attract more women to law enforcement, such as increased salary and training, and fitness test customized for women; and additional support for women through coaching and mentorship programs. We also recommend that police recruitment videos feature women and content that is important to women, such as the organization’s benefits that support raising a family
Self-Talk and Self-Leadership: Advancing a New Application of Goleman’s Leadership Model for Counseling College Students
Get PDFThe self-talk habits of college students can be important factors in determining their success in academia and beyond. The years between childhood and adolescence, known as emerging adulthood, present particular developmental significance. Emerging adults experience heightened psychological and social stressors. They are also more likely to engage in negative self-talk, which puts them at increased risk for mental health problems, including depression and anxiety. Current data indicates a surge in mental health issues among college students (Healthy Minds Network, 2022). Therefore, it is imperative that educators and counselors consider self-talk behaviors as they guide and advise students. This paper considers Goleman’s (2000) widely accepted organizational leadership model as a possible application for coaching and counseling emerging adult students who experience negative self-talk. To date, the Goleman framework has been used in organizational contexts to improve workplace management and communication and interpersonal relationships. This paper suggests a novel application for the Goleman model
Psychological safety during the Covid-19 pandemic restrictions-a U.S. healthcare context
Get PDFThe pandemic forced many employees to transition to remote work, leading to concerns about the economic impact and inequities between remote and on-site workers. The shift to remote work has raised psychological safety issues, work-life balance, and employee engagement. The virtual workspace created during the pandemic has highlighted communication challenges, interpersonal dynamics, and maintaining boundaries between work and personal life. Through a quantitative approach, this study explored changes in perceived psychological safety, its relation to the psychosocial impact of COVID-19, and demographic factors, offering the opportunity to gain insights into this unprecedented experience during a global pandemic. Findings showed that 60.9% rated their psychological safety as having changed for the worse. Remote work did not significantly affect psychological safety, but differences were observed among races/ethnicities and genders. Asian/Pacific Islanders and White/Caucasians reported lower psychological safety than Hispanics/Latinos, while females felt safer than those who preferred not to answer. The relationship between total tenure and psychological safety was not substantial, but employment tenure had a slight negative correlation with changes in psychological safety. Employment tenure also negatively impacted Team Psychological Safety Change and had a small negative impact on the Leader Psychological Safety Change Score. These findings will contribute to understanding psychological safety in remote work contexts and inform organizations in creating supportive and engaging hybrid work environments. The study\u27s significance lies in its examination of the unique experience of remote workers during the pandemic and its implications for future work arrangements. By investigating psychological safety, organizations can foster a positive work culture and address the challenges associated with remote work, ultimately enhancing employee well-being and productivity
The art of online arbitrage: essential practices for third-party sellers
Get PDFThe topic of arbitrage is an essential concept in the financial world. It involves taking advantage of price discrepancies for an asset or security across different markets. The emerging third-party retail and online e-commerce arbitrage sellers industry is growing and becoming a popular income source for many individuals. While there is various research on arbitrage and its impact on the economy, there is scant literature on third-party retail e-commerce arbitrage selling. The goal of this research is to build upon existing scholarly work by examining optimal methods, tactics, and obstacles encountered by e-commerce arbitrage sellers who operate through third-party retail platforms. A phenomenological methodology was employed to capture the firsthand experiences of seasoned professionals in the field. Twelve third-party e-commerce sellers who met inclusion criteria were interviewed and asked 11 interview questions designed to elicit detailed and nuanced answers. Thematic analysis was employed to code and categorize the interview data. Forty-nine overarching themes were identified and condensed to create the ACES Framework, which can be used as a guide for success in third-party retail e-commerce arbitrage selling