Business "Golden Age" of Global Expansion Doesn't Apply to the U.S.
The Top Ten Growing Economies:
1.) Guinea (18.9%) 2.) China (9.2%) 3.) Ireland (6.5%) 4.) Vietnam (6.0%) 5.) Sudan (5.6%) 6.) Maldives (5.4%) 7.) Chile (5.2%) 8.) Guyana (5.0%) 9.) Myanmar (4.8%) 10.) South Korea (4.7%)
Unlike these fast growing economies the U.S. is expected to have around 2.7% growth rate in 2008. Some of the problems the United States faces are the cost of labor, heavy reliance on foreign products, declining educational standards, culture/value confusion and heavy debt of consumers. Even though the U.S. economy appears to be in poor shape some positive movements have begun.
The United States has been making efforts to reduce this declining status but it is questionable whether or not efforts will be successful unless the populace themselves are transformed. For example we are attempting to secure natural resources (or develop alternatives), gearing our industry towards high-tech products that can't easily be copied, attempting to improve our education system and debates about what it means to be an American have grown. Ultimately it comes down to the will of the people.
Are the American people ready to engage in nation building efforts? People long for meaning in their lives but have not been provided this meaning through the media outlets. Many have learned that Media products such as music, television, pop culture and more have left them unfulfilled. However, it is questionable whether or not Americans have the ability to think in terms greater than themselves.
It is no doubt that people are less connected to each other than they have been in the past. This disconnection, fluid nature of society, and pop culture has created a society of people who are self-seeking. They are self-seeking because they have little responsibility towards their neighbors, their city, their state or their country. Before we can tackle our economic problems we will need to tackle the problems with our cultural values.
A pro-country and community orientated lifestyle will help people understand that their actions affect other people. We either swim together or sink together. Furthermore, such collaborative efforts help foster a sense of responsibility towards one's community that can result in all types of civic improvements. As people focus on those community efforts under their influence the nation will experience its affects.
Murad Ali, a two-time published author, writes articles and offers advertisement space for businesses. Visit http://www.thenewbusinessworld.blogspot.com
Related Tags: us, economy, economic growth, gnp
Your Article Search Directory : Find in Articles
Recent articles in this category:
- The No. 1 Rule For Projecting Confidence - Speak With Authority
One of the most important characteristics a person can project in a business setting - or any situat - After the Autumn Checkout European Debt Crisis and U.S. Brewing Rebound
In the commotion caused by the Fed on interest rates come to an end, the "disastrous" for the euro a - Advantages Of Arcade Game Rentals
There are many different advantages to arcade game rentals. Most people need something to release th - A General Primer on Truck Cargo Nets
In modern highways it is quite rare to see truck cargo nets in action, this is because they are usua - The United States Will Burst More Severe Financial Crisis
Not long ago, suddenly announced that the central bank to raise interest rates, the interest rate hi - Niche Marketing Profits - 3 Easy Steps to Finding a Profitable Niche Market Income in 10 Minutes
Like most beginners I was having a very difficult time trying to find a niche market to earn extra m - The Importance of Hospitality Management Consulting Firms Toronto
Businesses and the managers that help guide any business are in a constant state of improvement and - New Keynesian Theory Label
2010 winner of the Nobel Prize in Economics three theories have been labeled as "New Keynesian" labe - Federal Reserve Pouring Money QE2 Unpredictable Fortune
U.S. economist Milton Friedman proposed a "throw the cash from a helicopter" view, while the practic - Fiscal Consolidation Should no Longer Delay
British Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne today announced fiscal consolidation policy, shoc
Most viewed articles in this category:
- Common Financial Problems to Avoid
One must first change their habits and not procrastinate. American Consultants Inc at offers key fi - How a Bad Hire Can Hurt Your Business
What's worse - hiring the wrong person or not hiring anyone at all? Companies can become almost des - Joel Comm Is Dr. Adsense
What is Adsense? If you are new to making money online and net marketing, you may not know what Ads - 5 Steps For A Dynamic Wealth System Online
Recipe: Opportunity + knowledge + Dynamic Wealth System + Your Action = Massive Success!!! Step 1 - How To Stop Foreclosure
Losing your house to a foreclosure can be very scary. There are times when circumstances are ou - How to Always Pitch A Strike
As business owners, we are always working on new ways to convince people to become customers, client - Membrane Diffuser Solutions for Wastewater Treatment Systems
In the aeration basin of a typical wastewater treatment plant there are both organic and inorganic m - Another Year Hating Your Job or Loving Life?
Copyright © 2007 Mary Foley I've come to the conclusion that to be successful - really successf - Dyestuff Industry In India And China
World demand for dyes and organic pigments to touch $10.6 billion in 2008According to a study on dye - Cma-cgm Case : the Series of Lawsuits Continues in Syria, Lebanon, Egypt, France, England and the United States
Damietta company case : The series of lawsuits continues in Syria, Lebanon, Egypt, France, England a