The Soviet Union was led by eight leaders, all members of the Communist Party, with different titles and lengths of rule. It was formed in 1922 and dissolved in 1991 when Gorbachev resigned amid a political coup, leading to the formation of independent governments and the transfer of power to the Russian government. The Soviet […]
World leaders’ salaries vary depending on their country’s economy. Some leaders, such as Obama, earn about eight times their country’s GDP per capita. The highest known salary is $1.7 million for Singapore’s prime minister. Some leaders, like Uruguay’s president, donate a large portion of their salary to charity. Queen Elizabeth II earns an estimated $54.5 […]
Leaders in Africa and the Middle East tend to stay in power for an average of seven to eight years, while leaders in the UK, US, and Canada have also held long-term positions. Queen Elizabeth II, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, and William Lyon Mackenzie King are among the longest-serving leaders in history. Throughout history, world leaders […]
A duces tecum subpoena orders someone to bring materials to court. It must include a clear description of the materials needed and cannot be used to “go fishing” for evidence. Privilege applies to certain individuals, and the subpoena can also be used to obtain material for a deposition. Latin is still commonly used in legal […]
The lead manages and oversees decorations on a set, working closely with other members of the production team. They must be able to handle sudden changes and routine issues, and work well with their team. Film or theater experience is preferred. The lead works under the supervision of an art director, production designer, and/or set […]
A development lead manages the coding process of a project, not employee issues. They review project planning and assign work to developers based on their skills. They oversee progress and ensure functionality, and help with debugging and testing. A development lead is someone who works to manage the work of other application developers. Unlike managerial […]
José Mujica, former president of Uruguay, fought against dictatorship and donated 90% of his salary to those in need. He lived modestly, rejecting presidential lodgings and driving a 1987 Volkswagen Beetle. Uruguay provides free laptops to schoolchildren and generates 95% of its electricity from renewable sources. People get into politics for a variety of reasons, […]
Henry III, ruler of England, received exotic animal gifts from other leaders, including an African elephant, three lions, a camel, and a polar bear. These animals were displayed publicly, but often did not survive due to lack of knowledge of their care. Henry III also built Westminster Abbey. Henry III received strange gifts from other […]
Shift leaders are promoted employees who perform advanced administrative tasks, supervise employees, complete scheduling requirements, and help resolve complicated customer service issues. They are responsible for overseeing daily performance, providing feedback, and handling disciplinary action. They may also be responsible for employee scheduling and covering shifts when necessary. Shift leaders perform essential roles in a […]
