Involuntary commitment involves placing someone in a psychiatric hospital against their will due to an urgent need for treatment. It is controversial and differs from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, with some believing it should be abolished and others believing it should have less stringent standards. The most common reason for involuntary commitment is concerns about a […]
The Sherman Pledge is a statement made by someone being considered for political office that they have no intention of running and will avoid it. It originated from General William Tecumseh Sherman’s declaration in 1884. Many politicians have used variations of the pledge, including Al Gore and Michael Bloomberg. President Lyndon Johnson and Vice President […]
Public broadcasters use pledge drives to ask for donations from viewers and listeners to keep the station running. These drives interrupt programming and offer prizes in exchange for pledges. Some stations request funds throughout the year instead of having a week-long drive, and some promise to shorten the drive for every day of donated funds. […]
Organizational commitment measures the loyalty and dedication of employees to their employer. It includes emotional attachment, continuity commitment, and normative commitment. Understanding these motivators can reduce employee turnover and benefit the employer. Organizational commitment is a concept that has to do with the degree of commitment and loyalty that employees display towards their employers. As […]
