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The Impact Of Goal Settings And Groups To Support Small Businesses: Experimental Evidence Using Female Entrepreneurs In Abuja Nigeria., Nneoma Nwobilor, Imuetinyan Aiguwurhuo
The Impact Of Goal Settings And Groups To Support Small Businesses: Experimental Evidence Using Female Entrepreneurs In Abuja Nigeria., Nneoma Nwobilor, Imuetinyan Aiguwurhuo
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"About 57% of women in Nigeria from age 15-64 are involved in some form of employment (World Bank, 2016). Most of these women are involved in informal entrepreneurship due to lack of education. These women who have no access to schooling are forced to find informal work to provide for themselves and their families (World Bank, 2016). This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of goal settings and support groups on small businesses among female small-scale business owners in Abuja Nigeria. The experimental research conducted used the experimental design created by the Family Independence Initiative of Oakland to explore ways …
Career Motivation Within Ncaa: A Study On Division Ii Administrators’ Motivation To Advance To Division I Athletics, Kelsey Sampson, Taylor Sundstrom, Katerina Peterson, Sean Harris
Career Motivation Within Ncaa: A Study On Division Ii Administrators’ Motivation To Advance To Division I Athletics, Kelsey Sampson, Taylor Sundstrom, Katerina Peterson, Sean Harris
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This study investigates the effects of career motivation in NCAA Division II athletic administrators’ advancement to Division I. We specifically identified gender and current position within an athletic department as variables. The entire population of Division II athletic administrators at the assistant athletic director level or higher was surveyed, accumulating a total of 327 responses. Male (p=0.035) and assistant/associate administrators (p=0.013) are more likely to accept a similar or elevated role at the Division I level. This study is relevant to current and aspiring collegiate athletic administrators across all subdivisions who are looking to advance in their respective careers.
What Does It Take? Deciphering Performance Indicators Of Nfl Running Backs Through The Examination Of Collegiate Performance And Nfl Combine Results, Colin W. Weaver, Kevin L. Hindenach, Zach A. Vos, Antonio De Moss Jr.
What Does It Take? Deciphering Performance Indicators Of Nfl Running Backs Through The Examination Of Collegiate Performance And Nfl Combine Results, Colin W. Weaver, Kevin L. Hindenach, Zach A. Vos, Antonio De Moss Jr.
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This research uses a linear regression model to investigate the relationship between prospective NFL running backs’ NCAA FBS football statistics, NFL Combine measureables, and realized performance in the NFL as evaluated by Pro Football Focus. We observe 435 player-seasons from 2007-2014. The model suggests that collegiate conference affiliation, collegiate touchdowns, and NFL team passing strength are positively associated with NFL running back performance at statistically significant levels. Conference affiliation has the most substantial effect. NFL talent evaluators must appreciate that context is king when evaluating potential, and that pure stats are only a small piece of the puzzle.
Analytic Versus Non-Analytic Decision Makers And Their Effect On Win Percentage After In-Season Player Acquisitions, Kenneth Adam Siemers, Xin Gao Mr., Tyler Armijo, Brandon Lovette
Analytic Versus Non-Analytic Decision Makers And Their Effect On Win Percentage After In-Season Player Acquisitions, Kenneth Adam Siemers, Xin Gao Mr., Tyler Armijo, Brandon Lovette
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This paper examines whether teams with winning records that employ analytic decision makers see a higher increase in win percentage after in-season player acquisitions versus teams that employ non-analytic decision makers. This was accomplished through analyzing the in-season player acquisition data from the MLB and NBA over the last four completed seasons through descriptive and inferential statistics. There was not a significant difference between the two groups in average win percentage after total acquisitions, trades, or signings. Using inferential tests we found no statistical significance between the type of decision maker, and the difference in win percentage after an acquisition.
Does Specialization Matter? An Investigation Of Female Di And Diii Soccer Players And The Pathways That Led Them To The Collegiate Level, Anne Gavett, Jase Miller, Cuyla Coogan, Kelly Burnett
Does Specialization Matter? An Investigation Of Female Di And Diii Soccer Players And The Pathways That Led Them To The Collegiate Level, Anne Gavett, Jase Miller, Cuyla Coogan, Kelly Burnett
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This paper investigates whether current female collegiate soccer players decided to diversify or specialize in high school, while noting the key influential factors that impacted their decision making process. During the 2012-2013 season, a survey was completed by 114 female collegiate (DI and DIII) soccer players. The findings indicated that there is no difference between female athletes who specialized or diversified in high school in regards to playing at the collegiate level. The results from this study attempt to further clarify previous research that examines if specialization or diversification in high school is necessary to reach the collegiate level.
Maximizing Return On Investment For The University Of San Francisco Athletic Department Through Sponsorship, Carli Thomas, Rachel Sagapolu, Yi Wang, Aras Toker
Maximizing Return On Investment For The University Of San Francisco Athletic Department Through Sponsorship, Carli Thomas, Rachel Sagapolu, Yi Wang, Aras Toker
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This research report aims to discover the most effective marketing platform to attract and retain sponsors for the University of San Francisco athletic department. Responses were measured from sponsors of the athletic department through conducting interviews. Specifically, 24 sponsors were interviewed via phone, e-mail, and in-person. Our results suggest that respondents want to see marketing platforms such as digital signage and direct marketing, rather than options such as radio. This study will assist the athletic department at the University of San Francisco to hopefully allow for more return on investment and improved sponsorship.