When to Cut Ties With a Longtime Employee

When to Cut Ties With a Longtime Employee Whoever is at work in charge of a team, a department, or an entire company would probably tell you that its always better to have long-term trusting relationships with the people they lead, instead of changing the people they work with often.Although its ideal that you become close with the people you work with, unfortunately, sometimes, uncomfortable situations can be even harder because you guys became so close.This is why sometimes its a blessing in disguise when you dont get work with your colleagues.When you become close, the motivation for work gets higher, but also less strictness and authority is present.After a while, you as a boss, feel that your employee is not performing as he was, or that he doesnt fit the team anymore.Whether or not they are your friend, the person has been in the company a long time, and you know it will be hard to end it, but you need to find a way to cut ties.Well, in this article, we will cover:what ground is there to cut ties with someonehow to end your work relationship with an employee: over the phone or in personwhat to expect after you fire someonepieces of advice for you as a bossAlthough its true that rarely anyone finds easy firing someone, its also true that if there is ground to do it, its always better to do it.Were here to make this process as painless as possible and help you do this!Lets get on it!REASONS FOR CUTTING TIESYou know that time you worked on something with someone, and you didnt enjoy the atmosphere?You just didnt feel comfortable or nice? Surely, you remember at least one of those types of situations. Maybe it was:when you had homework in school which you needed to do in a teamwhen you applied for a hackathon or a case study with people you didnt know wellat your first jobat your current jobThere are a lot of toxic workplaces because people become unpleasant because of stress.It only takes one influential toxic person to spread the unpleasantness through the entire team or organization.Now, weve prep ared for you examples of behavior you as a boss should be on the lookout for.If you see some of these happen, consider your next course of action with that employee, because you might have to fire him/her later. 1.  The employees performance drops excessively.Are they late with delivering what is necessary to their clients? Are they having fewer meetings? Are their results getting worse? An employee is mainly judged by his/her performance. After all, they are there to get the job done.Underperforming is the least toxic behavior, but it can spread easily. If other people see one employee slacking and getting away with it, they might start to do it too.As a boss, you need to be strict with performance because your results depend on others work. Sometimes, underperformance happens because of external factors like the market has changed, or a new competitor appeared.Sometimes it can also be because of private reasons: a baby is on the way, or someone in their family has health issues.Ei ther way, openly talk about performance with the employee and make them know youre there to help with more educational training, or maybe with an altered job description with less work until they are back on their feet.2.  The employee is easily replaced.Sometimes, one of your workers cant get fired because they have a key position for getting the job done on time.This postpones cutting ties, so when you want to fire someone, consider how currently they are vital to the team.If their performance and/or behavior is bad, and the costs of time and money are low for their replacement, there isnt any need for you to worry how this move will affect the companys performance.It will probably be better than before anyway so you will know that you made the right decision.3.  The employee has two jobs.Nowadays its very popular for workers to have a side job.The hustle culture is getting stronger and more and more people to want to become entrepreneurs.Not to mention that a lot of people are g etting into freelancing waters, which can pay nicely.You might sense that your employee isnt fulfilled by his/her work and would like to switch to a different profession.Also, he/she is losing focus because of the other work, which is more interesting.Before cutting ties if this happens, check with them if theres anything you can do to make their current job better.Anyway, it might even be better for them and for you to let them focus on their side gig full time.4.  The employee gossips a lot.As a manager or a boss, its your job to make tough decisions.Those decisions are only made harder because you know not everybody is going to like them.You know those people who openly talk with everyone about how your decision was wrong and that they wouldve made a better one? If you do, then you know how frustrating it is to have them in your firm.People who gossip are tricky because they can be big influencers on your less-experienced employees.So, if you notice that there are gossips spreadi ng around, not only about you or your work but also about other people, be sure to find the source of those stories and confront them about it.5.  The employee isnt accountable.Some workers have a hard time owning up to their mistakes and being accountable.They often play the blame game by shifting the responsibility to their co-workers or subordinates if they are managers.But these people are not hesitant when it comes to accepting praise for the results which they accomplished with someone.Leading unaccountable people is not only unproductive because you never know if theyll do something that theyve promised to do, but also can lead to good employees quitting because they feel that theyre not treated accordingly.Accountability is one of the building blocks of a good performing team, so encourage others to talk with an accountable person as well.6.  The employee put himself/herself before the team.Having a person who puts their own results before the teams results is very hard to m anage.Departments which need to work together, like marketing and sales, need good synergy in order for the company to perform.Its always better to have good team players, so if you have great solo players work with them, so they become one great part of a team!7.  The employee acts like a dictator.If youre higher at the hierarchy in your company, the people who manage people are also your employees.As such, you should also pay attention to how they treat their people because the workers at the lowest level are the ones who are on the field and bringing the results.If your manager is power-hungry the people, he/she leads wont trust him/her.A working environment without trust will never accomplish anything good.When a manager delegates everything and doesnt listen to feedback, employees become unsatisfied, and then they start to work less and worse.So, if you notice that you have a dictator in your team, immediately talk to him/her about that.After all, it could be that theyre just n ot aware of their own bad behavior.HOW TO END IT?At some point, you might see that you and the employee had different visions for the company.They still work for you because of good conditions, or maybe they dont want to look for a new job, but you see that their performance is a mere fraction of what it used to be.You can let the employee know of your decision in a lot of ways:You can phone themYou can let them know in personPeople choose the first two options because theyre easier, of course.However easy it may seem to avoid eye contact for this conversation, we recommend that you do this in person.This move is more valued and respected. Also, if you guys have a friendship, doing this in person is the least you can do.The employee will also better understand you if you do this face-to-face.However, sometimes you really dont have time to do this in person, so we will also cover here on how to let someone go over the phone or via e-mail.1.  Cutting ties in person.i. Prepare to say w hich behaviors led to this.This is very important because your decision should be objective and not subjective.By making them know which exact behavior led to this, not only do you seem more objective, but the person will also know what to work on.Surely there are big reasons for firing them, so name all you can think of:being late for workmissing meetingsnot dressing properlyusing unwanted languagenot doing enough workdisrespecting colleagues etc.Think of it like this if you were fired, wouldnt you want to know why youre fired for, so you know not to make the same mistakes at your next job?Its always better to talk with your employee about these things as soon as they happen, so you know youve tried to fix them.This way your mind is easy because you know that your decision wasnt rash but that you tried and it didnt work out.ii. Have an open direct conversation.When you guys meet, dont wander around the topic. The sooner you talk about the elephant in the room, the better youll bot h feel. For example, you can begin the conversation like this:To be completely honest, Ive invited you to this meeting to talk to you about finding your way to other companies. Im sorry that it had to come to this.Ive thought about it a lot, and Im sure that this is the right thing to do. In the past period *now name the situations which led to this*.Be prepared for a bad dramatic reaction. Whatever their initial reaction is (its probably not going to be a good one), hear them out and try to comfort them professionally.You should remain calm and remember at all times why youre doing this, so you dont give them their job back because of empathy.Make sure that you let them know their time in this company is valued and that you are sure theyll find a new job soon.iii. A complete example.Hello, welcome. I arranged this meeting for us so I can tell you that, unfortunately, this is your last day with us. Ive thought about this a lot, and Ive decided that this is the best course of action for everyone. In the past period you did this, this and this (name the exact bad behavior which led to this) and weve tried to work on fixing these behaviors, am I right? So far, I havent seen progress in your work, which is why Im letting you go.I know that you might want to say a proper goodbye to some people here, you can do that today or tomorrow. These are workdays so you can reach out to them after work hours. I think that theyll appreciate it. I will let everyone know what happened once we are done with the meeting here.I have your final paycheck, which covers everything until today, and I also have a separation agreement for you. This agreement expires in X days, and if you sign it, we can give you $X. I understand that youll probably want to review it.Please collect your stuff from the desk today or tomorrow; we can help you with that.Do you have any questions?2.  Cutting ties over the phone.Although this is the worse option, its sometimes the only one.The employee might be a remote workerYou might be in another country, and this cant waitThey might be currently in another countryFirst, check if you can even do this legally. It might violate the contract, and you might get a lawsuit if that is the case. Once youve checked this, arrange the call and make sure to leave out a lot of time for the conversation.Book it in the time of day when you have time to talk; youre not expecting a short call. They will probably talk to you at least a little.Whether you fire someone over a phone or in person, expect questions concerning:severanceunemployment insurancedetails about termination of benefits etc.AFTERMATH OF CUTTING TIES WITH AN EMPLOYEEWhen you cut ties with a longtime employee expect to feel bad if its your first time doing it.You probably dont like to hurt someone as much as the next guy, so its completely normal that you feel bad.Dont worry; it will pass. Keep in mind that you did this for a reason.One of the most important things to remember to do whe n you cut ties with someone is to take away their access to classified information.They still might have access to their professional e-mails, and nothing is stopping them from sending out e-mails in the companys name.This is unlikely to happen, but know that if people overreact to this, there is no telling what they could do.So, take away their access to the companys:phone numberemailGoogle DriveCRMSocial media profiles etc.What you can also expect when you fire someone is to spend a lot of time making up for their leave.The search for another candidate may be a long one, and even after you find him/her, it will still take some time until they do the job well.When you take this into consideration, it is great to have a suited education cycle ready for the new employee, so they learn the job as fast as possible.Expect to hear people talking about this, especially people who are close to the employee who got fired. Try to understand them as much as you can.Think of how you would feel if your friend got fired from the same company you guys work in.But, if the rumors escalate to an unwanted level, confront openly the ones who are talking about it.PIECES OF ADVICESometimes, if the issues arent big enough for the person to leave the company entirely, consider demoting them or allocating them to a different project. This might be a better solution for both of you. Keep in mind that this person has been in the company for a long time and that his/her experience in it is still valuable to you.Make your final decision on whether you want to fire someone by answering the question What is best for the company?. Making the best call for the company is your job, and you know that the companys needs come first. If you determine that this employee is no longer bringing anything good to the company, or that someone will do everything better than them, then its time to let them go.The more you postpone this decision, the worse it will get. Your companys performance and culture will suffer more and more. Once you decide that its your final decision, execute on it immediately.If its your first-time practice this with someone, you trust. By simulating the conversation, you will prepare for the real one.Dont fire someone without warning. In this article, weve covered a lot of reasons for cutting ties with someone, but as weve mentioned, you should never react on the first impulse. When you notice something bad, immediately talk to the employee about it and be prepared to work it out. Resort to firing them only when youve already tried to work with them on their bad behavior and when youve warned them where their bad behavior leads.Keep the conversation from your side short and simple. Be prepared for the conversation to take time, but you should do the talking for only the necessary part. Let them know the decision is final; you dont want them to start negotiating with you.Try to end the meeting on a positive note. To help the employee try to give them a boo st. Mention what theyve done for the company and how much that was valued. Name their skills and propose jobs that would fit them. If its possible, offer to write them a recommendation letter for future job applying.If youre not close with the employee, consider having a third person present for the conversation. HRs are regularly present at these types of conversations and can be of help when you go through this. Not only are they there as a witness, but also to help with dealing with the employee.FINAL WORDOne of the points to take out from reading this would be to be careful of who we hire and how close we get to meet them.But you really cant predict anything. In different circumstances, you mightve had everything a great friend who you do great work with!Being careful about who you befriend at work isnt recommended. Rather, focus on good selection processes and give immediate feedback on bad work or behavior.You cant find a perfect employee, but you can make one with good commu nication and their willingness to work on their weaknesses.When youre in charge of people, sooner or later youre going to cut ties with someone. This isnt only a bad thing, but a good thing as well. Youre saving yourself from stress in the future, and that person will probably be happier somewhere else.You got this role because you are capable of doing it.This is just another part of the job description.Hopefully, in this article, you found how to do this as nice as possible. We got your back and believe that you can do this!

It’s College Acceptance Letter Time Managing the Highs Lows of being Accepted or Rejected

One of the most stressful times of the college application season has begun. First round acceptance and rejection letters are hitting the post office, and are about to turn your childs life upside down. For better or worse, it is important to let them know you are by their side, no matter what the college acceptance letter says.To help you navigate the upcoming emotional minefield, here are some tips to make this exciting (and terrifying) time more manageable.Manage Your Own Emotions, No Matter What the College Acceptance Letter SaysEvery parent wants the best for their child. And seeing a rejection letter can be just as hard on parents as it is for their kids.With that in mind, it is important to manage how you react to the news. Remember, this is about your child, and isnt a reflection on you or your parenting abilities. You need to focus on your kids needs first and help them work through any emotions that come along, regardless of whether the college acceptance letter is positive or negative.Let Your Child Feel TheirsThis is one of the biggest moments in your childs life (so far), and they will have a strong emotional reaction. Whether the news is bad or good, let your child express how they are feeling fully. It is better they work through these emotions with a supportive parent than to bury them inside.Even students with perfect academic records, a variety of extracurricular activities, substantial volunteer hours, and great test scores might get rejected from certain highly selective schools. If your child is used to excelling academically, then a rejection may take them (and you) by complete surprise. It is important to help them see beyond this, especially if there are other schools from whom a response has yet to be received.Additionally, if a college acceptance letter from their first choice university shows up, they may be elated and simultaneously terrified. Let them express their happiness, and be prepared to help them manage the anxiety and doubt associated with such a big life change. Even when the news is positive, going to college is a big step, and that automatically comes with at least some nervousness and jitters.Discretion is the Better Part of ValorSensitivity is key regardless of the news your child receives. Many high school students tell their friends and classmates about the colleges to which they applied based on the initial excitement about becoming a college student. But, once the results come in, it is important to handle the information delicately.If your child isnt accepted into their dream school, understand that they will have a hard time facing the rejection once it is made public. This applies to reactions from family members as well as their school friends. Facing the reality that their dream future didnt accurately reflect what is happening is hard, and they will need your support.Even if your child is admitted into their first choice college, make sure they handle the notification with class. Avoid posting the college acceptance letter all over social media, and handle informing close family members or friends carefully. While the accomplishment should be celebrated, other students who havent been accepted to their dream school may be resentful. And a jealous person may act irrationally.Remind your child about handling the news tactfully, and discourage them from blatant bragging. Ultimately, it is still early in the college acceptance process, so many other high school students are waiting for news that simply hasnt arrived yet. And bragging can increase the anxiety of those who havent heard about their application as well as frustrate those who have received rejection letters.Form a PlanBeing accepted or rejected both call for additional action plans. If your child is rejected from one or more schools, but they havent received responses from every institution, review the timelines associated with those schools to see how long it may take to get the news. That will let you kn ow if you can sit in a holding pattern or if it is time to apply to other colleges or universities.If there arent any more applications in the works, then it is time to dive into alternative options. Many institutions are still accepting applicants for the Fall 2017 semester, so there is still time to get into a school that offers the program in which your child is interested. While it may be hard for them to push forward, it is important to do so.For times when your child is accepted by a school but has not heard from their first choice, then review the acceptance packet for information about required documentation and due dates. If a response isnt required until after your high school student should hear from their top pick, then make notes on the dates above and be prepared to complete the paperwork on time if the other school does not accept them.If your child is admitted to their top choice, then it is time to get that paperwork going! Review the information provided in the acc eptance packet and begin completing everything that is required. Certain aspects, like dorm preferences, may be made on a first-come-first-serve basis, so you want to get your response in quickly. That, and the faster this work is done, the faster you can move on to other things.Prepare the FundsNow that you know where your child is going to school, you can start working on tuition. In most cases, the financial aid packet has not been finalized, so it can be difficult to make commitments unless you know you can afford the tuition required.However, there are numerous ways to help supplement their college funds without knowing about financial aid awards. A range of scholarships are still taking applications, so now is a great time to kick that into high gear. And we provide a free webinar to help you do just that.If you want a hand finding great scholarship opportunities for your high school or college student, join our free webinar for parents, and get started on funding their educat ion today.Once everything is moving forward, it is a very good idea to take some time for fun too. If you are wondering what you can do with your high school student during the winter break, here are 15 fun activities to try today.Pin12RedditShareLeave a Comment

Study Abroad at University of Belgrano

Study Abroad at University of Belgrano University of Belgrano provides an excellent opportunity to gain valuable and memorable experience in the educational program. In my opinion, this is a great opportunity to improve my education and skills. I have recently visited Buenos Aires along with my friend, and now I can state that I have fallen in love with this place. I decided to become a participant of this program for several reasons, which are directly connected with my major specialty. At the moment, I am a student of Florida International University, where I study the Criminal Justice. The study abroad program will give me the opportunity to teach the Spanish language and culture that has long been a dream of mine. This is not my first experience in foreign training; I have taken the gap year studying in Jerusalem. Staying and studying in other countries have allowed me to learn more about people of other cultures and traditions. I believe that this experience is invaluable in shaping not only the knowledge, but also my personal qualities. Precisely, many things will depend on the kind of the classes, but I am sure that this program will discover many new opportunities for me based on what I have learned about the University. In fact, after I get my Bachelors degree, I plan to study law, which will allow implementing my potential and improving my skills. The University of Belgrano provides a plenty of educational programs, additional courses and number of the most interesting specialties. As I have already mentioned, my goal is to study the Spanish language and culture; I have always been interested in the Spanish culture because I live in Miami. For a long time, I have been growing among Spanish-speaking people who have special personal qualities and whose culture has a very interesting origin. Initially, I plan to learn more about the city and about Argentina. To do this, I will have to visit many historical sites as well as make new friends. For some time, I would like to study the culture, art and language, which will help me to better understand the people who live there. Undoubtedly, the University of Belgrano has an impressive teaching staff with a specialization in the Law and Political Science; therefore, the level of education obtained through this program can be defined as high and relevant. In the future, I would like to work in Miami, thus, the knowledge of this program is very useful for me. Criminal Justice at FIU is very similar to the Law and Political Science in the University of Belgrano, although there are also some significant differences. However, the Law and Political Science classes provide more opportunities in the choice of future profession. The combination of these two items will make my education more effective and profound. In addition, the University of Belgrano provides many other exciting opportunities that will enrich my experience within the framework of this program. The University staff holds the conferences involving various specialties almost every week. At the same time, the University helps to apply students knowledge in practice. This experience will enable me to improve a number of the important skills that will build my career in future. Apart from the useful experience in the field of the Criminal Justice, Law and Political Science, I will be able to improve Spanish and thus greatly expand my communication capabilities.

The African-American Migration Experience - Free Essay Example

Sample details Pages: 2 Words: 564 Downloads: 2 Date added: 2019/10/31 Category History Essay Level High school Tags: The Great Migration Essay Did you like this example? In Motion: The African-American Migration Experience present in pictures the development of African-American history inside the United States called the second extraordinary relocation. That relocation centers around oneself propelled exercises of people groups of African plunge to revamp themselves and their universes. African Americans left the South and traveled north or west which has on a very basic level changed the geographic guide of dark America. Don’t waste time! Our writers will create an original "The African-American Migration Experience" essay for you Create order Their basic instincts, proficient systems, and dynamic culture empowered them to flourish and spread, and to be at the specific center of the settlement and advancement of the America. The pictures of the on-line exhibit of the second migration show the decent variety of individuals who left the south and traveled north or west. Also, however a large portion of the pictures highlighted in the presentation highlight an extensive variety of social classes, age, and finance that were included. In any case, there are solid signs in the pictures that the second Great Migration was selective. The majority of people who were part of the great migration had already made the transition to urban life, or possibly to wage work, and who were by and large educated over their non-moving neighbors. The shows photos feature their developments by including picture of an assembly line laborer in Alabama. The exhibition likewise moves to expose images from urban and rural to demonstrate the conditions of individuals in the provincial south to explain why the majority of the migrant came from the urban area. A far-fetched picture from the south country, an image of kids in outrageous neediness sitting on the ground talk noisy about the conditions individuals live in. It likewise incorporated the image of multi day work in the south to exhibit how far African American voyaged at some point for multi day or half a month of work as cotton or strawberry pickers. These conditions were the reasons numerous southerners moved to urban zone in the south before escaping north with the second great migration. Likewise of exhibiting photos of the foundation and the reasons that pushed individuals to travel north or west, the on-line exhibit contains pictures that talk about the kinds of occupations, and the states of life the migrants had. The migrants worked in deplorable conditions and lived in packed and run down lodges. A few kids moved around with their parent and worked all day in similar conditions. To illustrate that, the exhibit presents an image of a young migrant worker. Finally, the exhibition touches the conflicts related to the increase of the northern and the western urban population. Among them the segregation and discrimination the migrants found in their new homes led to volatile situation. The hatred over discrimination in jobs and housing, police brutality, and embarrassments of various types prompted significant chaos. A picture from Harlem urban rebellion that talks about the shooting of a black soldier intervening during the arrest of a black woman is used to materialize one of the conflict. Taking everything into account, I will state that the on-line show was efficient and expansive in degree since it addresses each part of the second great migration. As an African who has never taken in the African American history, the degree and association of the presentation was a stage that helped me comprehend the battle and hardship the black community when through before and during the second great migration.

Phillips Curve Methodology Is Used On An Information Set...

Abstract In a creating nation like Pakistan, Phillips Curve methodology is utilized on an information set of 35 years. Phillips Curve helps in analyzing the relationship in the middle of inflation and unemployment. There is a non-relative negative relationship in the middle of inflation and unemployment (if unemployment is decreased than there is a rising value level in the economy). There is a long-run and easygoing relationship in the middle of inflation and unemployment over the above-mentioned period in Pakistan. There is a momentary relationship (stuns) in the short-run, while there is a lasting relationship (stuns) over the long run. By taking a look at the relationship built, one can estimate for next 10 years, that there will be a reverse relationship between both variables. This paper records an inflation insignificantly influences GDP and unemployment and the correlation is negative, exact confirmation for the presence of the Phillips Curve in Pakistan i.e., inflation has reduced un employment. Keywords: Phillips curve, Granger causality, Impulse response function, Pakistan, monetary Introduction For progressive governments in Pakistan poverty remains as a solitary principle test like other creating and immature nations. Right away, legislative and certain non-administrative association have evaluated more than quarter of Pakistani population living under poverty line. As indicated by Human Development Index (HDI) 2009 report, Pakistan, Bangladesh, andShow MoreRelatedInflation and Unemployment in Germany5386 Words   |  22 Pages Abstract Potential links between inflation, Ï€(t), and unemployment, UE(t), in Germany have been examined. There exists a consistent (conventional) Phillips curve despite some changes in monetary policy. 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Life of a Vietnam Soldier - 582 Words

Wars are fought for freedom and independence and usually when soldiers come home we receive them with open arms ready to praise them and thank them for putting their lives on the line. If you were asked to describe a soldier, you’d probably say heroic, brave, courageous, or honorable. After the Vietnam War, parades weren’t the welcoming soldiers got; instead, they were shunned and booed at. People’s opinion on the war was greatly influenced by the media. During the Vietnam War, the horrors that were happening on the battlefield were shown to Americans in their living rooms. There was no censorship meaning Americans back home saw dead bodies, Vietnamese children being shot and villages being burnt, all done by American Soldiers. Watching children, babies and old people being killed caused people to label soldiers as murderers and baby killers. Before Vietnam, soldiers had always been shown in a heroic way. 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Ap World History 2010 Q3 Free Essays

WORLD HISTORY 2010 SCORING GUIDELINES Question 3 — Comparative BASIC CORE (competence) 0–7 Points 1. Has acceptable thesis. 1 Point †¢ The thesis must include both a valid similarity and a valid difference in methods of political control in two of the empires. We will write a custom essay sample on Ap World History 2010 Q3 or any similar topic only for you Order Now †¢ The thesis must be relevant to the time period, but the dates need not be explicit. †¢ The thesis must be explicitly stated in the introduction or the specified conclusion of the essay. †¢ The thesis may appear as one sentence or as multiple sentences. †¢ A thesis that is split among multiple paragraphs or merely restates the prompt is unacceptable. The thesis CANNOT count for any other point. 2. Addresses all parts of the question, though not necessarily evenly or thoroughly. 2 Points For 2 points: †¢ Identifies at least one valid similarity and one valid difference in methods of political control. †¢ Discusses two empires but not necessarily evenly. For 1 point: †¢ Identifies at least one valid similarity or at least one valid difference in methods of political control. †¢ Discusses two empires but not necessarily evenly. 3. Substantiates thesis with appropriate historical evidence. 2 Points For 2 points: Must provide at least five specific pieces of evidence (at least two from each empire). †¢ Evidence must be within the designated time periods (e. g. , evidence from the Roman Republic or Qin dynasty is not acceptable). For 1 point: †¢ Must provide at least three specific pieces of evidence (at least one from each empire). †¢ Evidence must be within the designated time periods. 4. Makes at least one direct, relevant comparison between/among societies. 1 Point (The direct comparison may discuss either similarities or differences. ) †¢ To earn this point, the comparison must be made somewhere other than in the thesis. . Analyzes at least one reason for a similarity or a difference identified in a direct compariso n. †¢ Analysis (reason why) must be related to a similarity or a difference in methods of political control between the two empires. Subtotal 1 Point 7 Points  © 2010 The College Board. Visit the College Board on the Web: www. collegeboard. com. AP ® WORLD HISTORY 2010 SCORING GUIDELINES Question 3 — Comparative (continued) EXPANDED CORE (excellence) Expands beyond basic core of 1–7 points. A student must earn 7 points in the basic core area before earning points in the expanded core area. 0–2 Points Examples: †¢ Has a clear, analytical and comprehensive thesis. †¢ Addresses all parts of the question thoroughly (as relevant): comparisons, chronology, causation, connections, themes, interactions, content. †¢ Provides ample historical evidence to substantiate thesis. †¢ Relates comparisons to larger global context. †¢ Makes several direct, relevant comparisons between or among societies. †¢ Consistently analyzes the causes and effects of relevant similarities and differences. †¢ Applies relevant knowledge of other regions or world historical processes. †¢ Discusses change over time (e. g. changing methods of political control as the empires began to decline). †¢ Recognizes nuances within empires. Subtotal 2 Points TOTAL 9 Points  © 2010 The College Board. Visit the College Board on the Web: www. collegeboard. com.  © 2010 The College Board. Visit the College Board on the Web: www. collegeboard. com.  © 2010 The College Board. Visit the College Board on the Web: www. collegeboard. com.  © 2010 The College Board. Visit the College Board on the Web: www. collegeboard. com.  © 2010 The College Board. Visit the College Board on the Web: www. collegeboard. com.  © 2010 The College Board. Visit the College Board on the Web: www. ollegeboard. com.  © 2010 The College Board. Visit the College Board on the Web: www. collegeboard. com.  © 2010 The College Board. Visit the College Board on the Web: www. collegeboard. com.  © 2010 The College Board. Visit the College Board on the Web: www. collegeboard. com. AP ® WORLD HISTORY 2010 SCORING COMMENTARY Question 3 Overview The intent of the question was for students to pick two of the stipulated empires — Han China (206 B. C. E. to 220 C. E. ), Mauryan/Gupta India (320 B. C. E. to 550 C. E. ), Imperial Rome (31 B. C. E. to 476 C. E. ) — and compare the ways those empires exerted political control over their populaces. Students were explicitly told to discuss both similarities and differences in methods of political control. Sample: 3A Score: 8 The essay contains a valid thesis in the second and third sentences of the first paragraph (1 point). In the fourth paragraph, the essay addresses a similarity (â€Å"Both empires had unstable borders†) and several differences, including â€Å"However, Han China dealt with the Turkic Huns through the tribute systems, thus placating them with gifts and avoiding costly expensive warfare, which Rome preferred when dealing with their enemies† (2 points). Although there is ample evidence for the Han, Roman evidence is limited by discussion of the Republic, which could not be counted. There is, however, enough evidence for 2 evidence points. In addition to the direct comparison listed above, there is another difference at the bottom of the second paragraph — â€Å"However, because there was less emphasis as a collective group in Rome, the political organization was a lot less structured than China’s† — which earned 1 point for the comparison and 1 point because the statement also involves an analysis. This essay contained a complex thesis, sufficient depth of comparison, and supporting evidence to earn 1 Expanded Core point. Sample: 3B Score: 6 This essay contains a valid thesis in the first paragraph (1 point) and addresses both similarities and differences (2 points). There is sufficient evidence for both the Mauryan/Gupta and the Han empires (2 points). The direct comparison is found in the second paragraph: â€Å"Han China and Maurya Gupta [sic] both consolidated their power through military buildup† (1 point). The essay attempts analysis in the next to the last paragraph but only analyzes the Han: â€Å"Due to their lack of a devout religion, China was able to assimilate the Huns when they began to invade China. † There is no analysis of a comparison of Han and Mauryan/Gupta methods of political control. Sample: 3C Score: 3 There is no valid thesis because the essay attempts to show a difference between Han and Rome in terms of the Roman Republic, which is outside the time period. The essay only addresses similarities, not valid differences (1 point). The evidence is sufficient for the Han, but the only valid piece of evidence for Rome is the statement that â€Å"He [Augustus] defeated Cleopatra and Mark Anthony making sure that Rome is politically secured† (1 point). Most of the Roman evidence is prior to 31 B. C. E. and therefore did not earn credit. The essay has a valid direct comparison in the fourth paragraph: â€Å"The size of both empires was an issue that led to leaders ultimately losing political control of both empires† (1 point).  © 2010 The College Board. Visit the College Board on the Web: www. collegeboard. com. How to cite Ap World History 2010 Q3, Papers