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Reconciling and bookkeeping come first."},{"name":"Glow Up Salon š","story":"A growing salon that wants to open a second location.","amt":30000,"hor":"End of year","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":12,"maxLoss":20,"tip":"A growing business benefits from tax planning and advice, but still needs clean books."},{"name":"The Garcia Family šØāš©āš§","story":"Two jobs, three kids, and a shoebox of receipts.","amt":12000,"hor":"April 15","rl":1.8,"rh":2.9,"min":20,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Families need accurate returns. Credits matter, mistakes hurt."},{"name":"PixelForge Games š®","story":"A fast-growing game studio with investors watching closely.","amt":80000,"hor":"Funding round","rl":3,"rh":4.4,"min":12,"maxLoss":28,"tip":"Investors expect clean books, but advice and automation can pay off here."},{"name":"Hope Food Bank š„«","story":"A nonprofit that must report every dollar to its donors.","amt":25000,"hor":"Annual report","rl":1.5,"rh":2.5,"min":28,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Nonprofits answer to donors. Accuracy beats speed."},{"name":"Riverside Builders šļø","story":"A construction company with lots of equipment and big projects.","amt":120000,"hor":"End of year","rl":2.4,"rh":3.6,"min":15,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Equipment can bring big tax deductions. Plan, but donāt cut corners."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Smooth season","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal season","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Messy records","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Tax law chaos","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["New software makes filing easier this year","Small businesses report record profits"],"normal":["Tax rules unchanged this year","A typical filing season begins"],"rough":["Receipts pile up as businesses fall behind","Clients send paperwork late again"],"crash":["Surprise tax law rewrites the rules","Government changes deadlines at the last minute"]},"intro":[["Accuracy first","Fast work with mistakes costs clients money and trust. 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Accountants review what tools produce before anything gets filed.","When a new tool imports data, the accountant shouldā¦",["Trust it blindly","Review it before filing","Delete the old records"],1],["Bookkeeping","Debits and credits","Double-entry bookkeeping records every transaction in at least two accounts: a debit and a credit. Total debits must equal total credits.","In double-entry bookkeeping, total debits mustā¦",["Equal total credits","Be zero","Be larger than credits"],0],["Bookkeeping","The general ledger","The general ledger is the master record of every account and transaction. Reports are built from it.","The master record of all accounts is theā¦",["General ledger","Receipt","Invoice"],0],["Bookkeeping","Chart of accounts","A chart of accounts lists every category a business uses, like cash, rent, and sales. 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Software speeds things up but still needs correct input.","Accounting software still needsā¦",["Accurate input and review","Only a yearly backup","No review once set up"],0],["Financial statements","The income statement","The income statement shows revenue, expenses, and profit over a period, like a year. It answers: did the business make money?","Which statement shows profit over a period?",["Income statement","Balance sheet","Bank statement"],0],["Financial statements","The balance sheet","The balance sheet shows what a business owns (assets), owes (liabilities), and the ownersā share (equity) at one moment in time.","The balance sheet showsā¦",["Assets, liabilities, and equity","Only sales","Only taxes"],0],["Financial statements","The accounting equation","Assets = Liabilities + Equity. 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Big gaps deserve a closer look.","Comparing budget to actual results helpsā¦",["Spot spending that went off plan","Hide problems","Raise taxes"],0],["Financial statements","GAAP","In the US, companies follow GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) so financial statements are consistent and comparable.","GAAP helps make statementsā¦",["Consistent and comparable","Secret","Longer"],0],["Financial statements","Materiality","An error is material if itās big enough to change someoneās decision. Accountants focus on fixing what matters most.","A material error is one thatā¦",["Could change someoneās decision","Is tiny","Is in a footnote only"],0],["Taxes","Income tax basics","Income tax is charged on earnings. Many countries use brackets, where higher slices of income are taxed at higher rates.","In a bracket system, higher slices of income areā¦",["Taxed at higher rates","Never taxed","Taxed less"],0],["Taxes","Marginal vs. effective rate","Your marginal rate applies to your last dollar earned. Your effective rate is total tax divided by total income, which is usually lower.","The effective tax rate isā¦",["Total tax Ć· total income","The highest bracket","Always 50%"],0],["Taxes","Credits vs. deductions","A deduction lowers taxable income. A credit lowers the tax bill directly, dollar for dollar. Credits are usually more valuable.","A $500 credit lowers your tax bill byā¦",["$500","$500 times your tax rate","Only $50"],0],["Taxes","Withholding","Employers withhold income tax from paychecks and send it to the government. A refund means too much was withheld.","A tax refund usually meansā¦",["Too much was withheld","You owe more","Free money from nowhere"],0],["Taxes","Self-employment","Self-employed people often pay estimated taxes during the year because no employer withholds for them.","Self-employed people oftenā¦",["Pay estimated taxes during the year","Never pay taxes","Get taxes withheld by customers"],0],["Taxes","Sales tax","Sales tax is added to purchases and collected by the seller for the government. Rules vary by state and city.","Who usually collects sales tax?",["The seller","The customerās bank","The federal government directly"],0],["Taxes","Business expenses","Expenses that are ordinary and necessary for a business are often deductible. Personal costs usually arenāt.","Which is usually a deductible business expense?",["Office supplies for the business","A family vacation","Personal groceries"],0],["Taxes","Record retention","Tax records should be kept for several years in case of questions or audits. Many accountants suggest keeping them at least three to seven years.","Tax records should be keptā¦",["For several years","Until the refund arrives","For one month"],0],["Taxes","Amended returns","If a mistake is found after filing, an amended return corrects it. Fixing errors early limits penalties.","An amended returnā¦",["Corrects an earlier return","Is a new job","Deletes taxes"],0],["Taxes","Tax planning year-round","Smart tax planning happens all year, not just in April: timing purchases, saving for retirement, and keeping records organized.","The best tax planning happensā¦",["All year","Only in April","Only after an audit notice"],0],["Taxes","Payroll taxes","Employers pay payroll taxes on wages, such as Social Security and Medicare in the US. Missing them leads to serious penalties.","Payroll taxes are paid onā¦",["Wages","Groceries","Gifts"],0],["Taxes","Nonprofit rules","Many nonprofits donāt pay income tax, but must file reports showing how money was used. Donors and regulators rely on those reports.","Nonprofits often mustā¦",["Report how money was used","Hide their spending","Pay no attention to records"],0],["Taxes","Scams and identity theft","Tax scams often use fake calls or emails demanding payment or passwords. Real tax agencies usually contact people by mail first.","A caller demands tax payment in gift cards. Itās probablyā¦",["A scam","Normal","A refund"],0],["Audit & career","What an audit is","An audit is an independent check of financial records to confirm theyāre accurate. Public companies in the US must get audited every year.","An audit isā¦",["An independent check of financial records","A sales pitch","A tax refund"],0],["Audit & career","Internal controls","Internal controls are rules that prevent mistakes and fraud, like requiring two people to approve big payments.","Requiring two approvals for big payments isā¦",["An internal control","Fraud","A tax"],0],["Audit & career","Segregation of duties","No single person should control every step of handling money. Splitting duties makes fraud much harder.","Why split money duties between people?",["Harder to commit fraud","Faster theft","No reason"],0],["Audit & career","Fraud red flags","Red flags include missing records, unusual payments, and one person refusing to take vacation. Accountants investigate patterns that donāt add up.","Which is a fraud red flag?",["Missing records and odd payments","Clean, matching records","Regular vacations"],0],["Audit & career","Sampling","Auditors canāt check every transaction, so they test a sample. If the sample has problems, they dig deeper.","Auditors often checkā¦",["A sample of transactions","Every transaction, always","Only the largest transaction"],0],["Audit & career","Independence","Auditors must be independent from the companies they audit. Owning the companyās stock or having close ties creates a conflict.","An auditor owning the clientās stock isā¦",["A conflict of interest","Required","A good idea"],0],["Audit & career","Forensic accounting","Forensic accountants investigate fraud and money disputes. Their work can be used in court.","Forensic accountants mainlyā¦",["Investigate fraud","Design logos","Sell insurance"],0],["Audit & career","Management accounting","Management accountants help leaders decide things like pricing and budgets. Their reports are for inside the company.","Management accounting helpsā¦",["Leaders make decisions","Customers shop","Banks advertise"],0],["Audit & career","Cost accounting","Cost accounting figures out what it really costs to make a product, including materials, labor, and overhead.","Cost accounting findsā¦",["The full cost of making a product","The CEOās salary","Tax refunds"],0],["Audit & career","Breakeven point","The breakeven point is when sales cover all costs. Below it, the business loses money; above it, it profits.","At the breakeven point, profit isā¦",["Zero","Huge","Negative forever"],0],["Audit & career","Excel skills","Spreadsheets are an accountantās main tool. Formulas, sorting, and pivot tables save hours.","Which tool do accountants use constantly?",["Spreadsheets","Paint programs","Video editors"],0],["Audit & career","Busy season","Tax accountants have a busy season before filing deadlines, often with long hours. Planning ahead helps everyone survive it.","Busy season for tax accountants isā¦",["Before filing deadlines","Early summer","The holiday season"],0],["Audit & career","Becoming a CPA","In the US, becoming a CPA usually requires a college degree with extra coursework (often 150 credit hours, or 120 plus extra work experience in many states), passing the CPA exam, and work experience. 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Accountants protect the numbers.",0],["Bring it up in the team group chat so everyone can help figure it out",[0,0,-12],"Raise concerns privately and professionally.",0]]]]}},"peoplepower":{"id":"peoplepower","title":"People Power š¤","role":"HR Manager","tag":"Happy team, strong company.","emo":["š¤","š","š"],"unit":"$","bigA":600000,"newsName":"Workplace news","th":{"a":"#ff7a3d","b":"#ffc93d","g1":"#ffe3d1","g2":"#fff4c2","ad":"#ff9a5f","d1":"#4a2410","d2":"#4a3a0b"},"pitch":"Split each companyās people budget, handle tricky workplace situations, and see whether this work fits you.","goal":"build teams where people want to stay and do great work, and keep each companyās trust.","w":{"cl":"company","cls":"companies","Cl":"Company","val":"Team output","total":"Team output managed","alloc":"People budget","hor":"Timeline","trust":"Trust","mkt":"The job market"},"opts":[{"id":"ben","n":"š©ŗ Benefits & wellness","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Health plans and time off. 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Wellness and fair pay help most."},{"name":"Big Box Retail š","story":"Hundreds of hourly workers and lots of turnover.","amt":150000,"hor":"Holiday season","rl":2.2,"rh":3.4,"min":15,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"High turnover drops when training and pay feel fair."},{"name":"Grand Hotel šØ","story":"Needs friendly staff for a big tourist season.","amt":90000,"hor":"Summer","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":12,"maxLoss":20,"tip":"Culture matters in hospitality, but still cover the basics."},{"name":"Mega Motors Factory š","story":"A long-running factory with a union and safety rules.","amt":250000,"hor":"Contract year","rl":1.8,"rh":3,"min":20,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Safety and benefits are the foundation here."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Great hiring year","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal year","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Burnout wave","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Mass resignation","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["Talented workers are looking for new jobs","Graduates flood the job market"],"normal":["Job market steady this year","Most companies keep hiring plans the same"],"rough":["Surveys show workers feel stressed","Overtime hours keep climbing"],"crash":["Workers quit in record numbers","Competitors offer huge signing bonuses"]},"intro":[["People arenāt numbers","Teams do their best work when they feel safe, treated fairly, and supported. 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Replacing a worker costs time and money for recruiting and training, so lowering turnover saves a lot.","Why does high turnover cost money?",["Replacing and training people is expensive","It doesnāt cost anything","Workers pay to leave"],0],["HR basics","Benefits","Benefits are what workers get beyond pay, like health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans. Good benefits help people stay.","Paid time off is an example ofā¦",["A benefit","A tax","A fine"],0],["Hiring","Fair hiring","Laws in many countries ban discrimination in hiring based on things like race, religion, sex, age, or disability. Structured interviews with the same questions for everyone help keep hiring fair.","How can interviews be made fairer?",["Ask every candidate the same core questions","Hire whoever you like best","Only hire friends"],0],["Hiring","Onboarding","Onboarding is how new hires get set up and learn the job. Good onboarding helps new workers succeed faster and stay longer.","Good onboarding usuallyā¦",["Helps new hires stay and succeed","Is a waste of time","Happens after a year"],0],["People care","Burnout","Burnout is long-term exhaustion from work stress. Signs include tiredness, low motivation, and mistakes. Fixes include reasonable workloads, time off, and support.","Which helps with burnout?",["A reasonable workload and real time off","One extra day off per year","Longer meetings"],0],["People care","Confidentiality","HR handles private info like pay, health, and complaints. Sharing it carelessly breaks trust and can break laws.","A coworker asks what someone else earns. HR shouldā¦",["Keep it confidential","Share it quietly","Post it online"],0],["People care","Handling complaints","When an employee reports a problem like harassment, HR should take it seriously, investigate fairly, and protect the person from retaliation.","What should HR do with a serious complaint?",["Investigate fairly and protect the reporter","Ignore it","Tell the whole office"],0],["Hiring","Job descriptions","A job description lists the roleās duties, required skills, and pay range. Clear descriptions attract the right people and set expectations.","A good job description includesā¦",["Duties, skills, and pay range","Only the company logo","Nothing specific"],0],["Hiring","Sourcing candidates","Sourcing means finding people to apply: job boards, referrals, college fairs, and social media. Using many sources brings a wider mix of talent.","Using many places to find candidates helpsā¦",["Reach a wider mix of talent","Hire fewer people","Avoid interviews"],0],["Hiring","Employee referrals","Referrals are when employees recommend people they know. Referred hires often stay longer, but relying only on referrals can limit diversity.","A risk of relying only on referrals isā¦",["Less diverse candidates","Too many applicants","Higher pay"],0],["Hiring","Screening resumes","Screening means reviewing applications against the jobās real requirements. Clear criteria help keep it fair and consistent.","Resume screening should be based onā¦",["The jobās real requirements","Applicantsā names","Gut feelings only"],0],["Hiring","Behavioral interviews","Behavioral questions ask about past actions, like āTell me about a time you solved a conflict.ā Past behavior helps predict future behavior.","āTell me about a time you missed a deadlineā is aā¦",["Behavioral question","Illegal question","Yes/no question"],0],["Hiring","Illegal interview questions","In many places itās illegal to ask about age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, or disability in interviews. Stick to job-related questions.","Which question should an interviewer avoid?",["Do you plan to have kids?","What skills do you bring?","How do you handle deadlines?"],0],["Hiring","Reference checks","Reference checks contact past managers to confirm experience. They help verify what a candidate says.","Reference checks helpā¦",["Verify a candidateās experience","Lower pay","Skip interviews"],0],["Hiring","Job offers","A job offer states pay, start date, and key terms. Offers should be clear and in writing.","A job offer should beā¦",["Clear and in writing","Only spoken","Kept vague"],0],["Hiring","Employer brand","An employer brand is a companyās reputation as a place to work. Good reviews from employees make hiring easier.","A strong employer brand helpsā¦",["Attract good candidates","Raise prices","Avoid taxes"],0],["Hiring","Diversity and inclusion","Diverse teams bring different ideas. Inclusion means everyone feels respected and able to contribute.","Inclusion meansā¦",["Everyone feels respected and can contribute","Hiring only friends","Ignoring differences"],0],["Hiring","Bias in hiring","Unconscious bias is when people favor others without realizing it. Structured interviews and scoring rubrics help reduce it.","What helps reduce hiring bias?",["Structured interviews and rubrics","Hiring by vibe","Skipping interviews"],0],["Hiring","Internships","Internships let students try a job while companies spot future talent. Many places have rules about paying interns.","Internships help companiesā¦",["Find future talent","Avoid hiring ever","Replace all workers"],0],["Hiring","Background checks","Some jobs require background checks. Laws often require telling the candidate and getting permission first.","Before a background check, employers often mustā¦",["Get the candidateās permission","Keep it secret","Skip it"],0],["Pay & benefits","Salary vs. hourly","Salaried workers get a set yearly amount. Hourly workers are paid per hour worked and are often eligible for overtime.","Hourly workers are paidā¦",["For each hour worked","A fixed yearly amount","Only in bonuses"],0],["Pay & benefits","Overtime","In the US, many hourly workers must be paid 1.5Ć their rate for hours over 40 in a week. Rules depend on the job and the state.","Overtime pay in the US is oftenā¦",["1.5Ć the regular rate","Half the regular rate","Optional always"],0],["Pay & benefits","Minimum wage","Minimum wage is the lowest pay allowed by law. Many states and cities set rates above the federal minimum.","Minimum wage isā¦",["The lowest legal pay","The average pay","A bonus"],0],["Pay & benefits","Pay bands","Pay bands set a range for each job level. They help keep pay fair and consistent.","Pay bands help keep payā¦",["Fair and consistent","Set by each managerās opinion","Based mainly on negotiation skill"],0],["Pay & benefits","Pay equity","Pay equity means people doing similar work get similar pay, regardless of gender, race, or other protected traits. HR runs audits to catch gaps.","A pay equity audit looks forā¦",["Unfair pay gaps","Recent hiring trends","Department budgets"],0],["Pay & benefits","Health insurance","Many employers offer health insurance and share the cost with workers. Itās one of the most valued benefits.","Employer health insurance isā¦",["A benefit","A fine","A tax"],0],["Pay & benefits","Retirement plans","Plans like a 401(k) let workers save for retirement. Many employers add a āmatch,ā extra money based on what the worker saves.","An employer match isā¦",["Extra money added to a workerās retirement savings","A sports event","A fee"],0],["Pay & benefits","Paid time off","Paid time off (PTO) includes vacation and sick days. Encouraging people to actually use it helps prevent burnout.","Why encourage workers to use PTO?",["It helps prevent burnout","It saves the company nothing","Itās against the rules"],0],["Pay & benefits","Parental leave","Parental leave lets new parents take time off. Good policies help companies keep talented workers.","Parental leave helps companiesā¦",["Keep talented workers","Lose workers","Avoid hiring"],0],["Pay & benefits","Bonuses and incentives","Bonuses reward strong results. Poorly designed bonuses can push people to cut corners.","Badly designed bonuses canā¦",["Encourage cutting corners","Never cause problems","Lower all pay"],0],["Pay & benefits","Total compensation","Total compensation is pay plus benefits. A lower salary with great benefits can be worth more than a higher salary with none.","Total compensation includesā¦",["Pay plus benefits","Only salary","Only bonuses"],0],["Pay & benefits","Wellness programs","Wellness programs support health with things like gym discounts or mental health resources. They work best alongside fair workloads.","Wellness programs work best whenā¦",["Paired with fair workloads","Used to replace time off","Mandatory and punished"],0],["Pay & benefits","Flexible work","Flexible schedules and remote work can boost satisfaction. Clear expectations keep teams connected.","Flexible work works best withā¦",["Clear expectations","No communication","No rules at all"],0],["Growth & performance","Performance reviews","Performance reviews look at how someone is doing and set goals. Regular feedback beats one surprise review per year.","Feedback works best when itāsā¦",["Regular","Saved for the annual review","Given only when thereās a problem"],0],["Growth & performance","Giving feedback","Good feedback is specific, about behavior, and helpful. āYour report was late twiceā beats āYouāre lazy.ā","Which feedback is most helpful?",["Your last two reports were late","Youāre lazy","Do better"],0],["Growth & performance","Goal setting","Clear goals give people direction. Many teams use SMART goals or OKRs (objectives and key results).","OKRs stand forā¦",["Objectives and key results","Office keys and rooms","Only key roles"],0],["Growth & performance","Coaching","Coaching helps people improve by asking questions and guiding, not just giving orders.","A coach mostlyā¦",["Asks questions and guides","Gives orders only","Ignores people"],0],["Growth & performance","Mentorship","A mentor is a more experienced person who gives advice and support. Mentorship programs help people grow and stay.","Mentorship programs helpā¦",["People grow and stay","Cut pay","Hide information"],0],["Growth & performance","Career paths","Clear career paths show how someone can move up. When people see a future, theyāre more likely to stay.","Clear career paths helpā¦",["People see a future and stay","Confuse workers","Lower morale"],0],["Growth & performance","Performance improvement plans","A performance improvement plan (PIP) sets clear goals and support for someone whoās struggling. It should be fair and specific.","A PIP should beā¦",["Fair, clear, and specific","A surprise firing","Secret"],0],["Growth & performance","Recognition","Thanking people for good work, publicly or privately, is one of the cheapest ways to boost motivation.","A cheap way to boost motivation isā¦",["Recognizing good work","Ignoring effort","More meetings"],0],["Growth & performance","Engagement surveys","Engagement surveys ask employees how they feel about work. They only help if leaders act on the results.","Engagement surveys help only ifā¦",["Leaders act on the results","Nobody reads them","Theyāre skipped"],0],["Growth & performance","Succession planning","Succession planning prepares people to step into key roles if someone leaves. It prevents chaos when a leader retires.","Succession planning preparesā¦",["People to fill key roles","Holiday parties","Tax forms"],0],["Growth & performance","Upskilling","Upskilling teaches current workers new skills, often cheaper than hiring new people.","Upskilling meansā¦",["Teaching current workers new skills","Firing workers","Raising prices"],0],["Growth & performance","Remote teams","Remote teams need clear communication, regular check-ins, and trust. Measuring results beats watching screens.","For remote teams itās best to measureā¦",["Results","Mouse movements","Hours online only"],0],["Growth & performance","Exit interviews","Exit interviews ask leaving employees why theyāre going. Patterns in answers reveal problems to fix.","Exit interviews helpā¦",["Find problems to fix","Stop people from quitting by force","Hire faster"],0],["Law & culture","At-will employment","In most US states, employment is āat will,ā meaning either side can end it. But firing someone for an illegal reason, like discrimination, is still against the law.","Even in at-will states, firing for discrimination isā¦",["Illegal","Allowed","Required"],0],["Law & culture","Protected characteristics","Laws protect people from discrimination based on traits like race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, and disability.","Which is a protected characteristic?",["Religion","Favorite food","Shoe size"],0],["Law & culture","Reasonable accommodations","Employers often must make reasonable changes, like a special chair or flexible hours, so people with disabilities can do their jobs.","A reasonable accommodation isā¦",["A change that helps someone with a disability do the job","Firing someone","A bonus"],0],["Law & culture","Harassment policies","Clear harassment policies explain whatās not allowed and how to report it. Training helps everyone understand them.","A harassment policy should explainā¦",["Whatās not allowed and how to report it","Only the dress code","Only how to file payroll"],0],["Law & culture","Retaliation","Punishing someone for reporting a problem is retaliation, which is illegal in many cases. Protecting reporters encourages honesty.","Punishing someone for reporting harassment isā¦",["Retaliation","A reward","Required"],0],["Law & culture","Workplace safety","Employers must provide a safe workplace. HR helps with safety training and tracking injuries.","Who must provide a safe workplace?",["The employer","Each worker on their own","The building owner only"],0],["Law & culture","Unions","A union is a group of workers who bargain together with the employer over pay and conditions. Workers have legal rights to organize.","A union bargains forā¦",["Workersā pay and conditions","Company ads","Product prices"],0],["Law & culture","Employee handbook","An employee handbook explains policies like schedules, leave, and conduct. Everyone should be able to find answers in it.","An employee handbook explainsā¦",["Company policies","Sales targets only","Secrets"],0],["Law & culture","Company culture","Culture is how people actually behave at work, not just what the posters say. Leaders shape it most by example.","Culture is shaped most byā¦",["How leaders actually behave","Posters","The logo"],0],["Law & culture","Psychological safety","Psychological safety means people feel safe to speak up, ask questions, and admit mistakes without being punished. It helps teams learn.","Psychological safety means people canā¦",["Speak up without fear","Never talk","Hide mistakes"],0],["Law & culture","Layoffs","Layoffs are job cuts, often to save money. Treating people with respect, clear information, and support matters a lot.","During layoffs, HR shouldā¦",["Be clear and respectful","Announce it by text with no details","Hide it"],0],["Law & culture","HR data and privacy","HR keeps sensitive data like addresses, pay, and health info. It must be stored securely and shared only when needed.","Employee data should beā¦",["Stored securely","Posted publicly","Shared freely"],0],["Law & culture","HR certifications","Certifications like SHRM-CP or PHR show knowledge of HR practices and laws. Many HR pros earn one as they grow.","SHRM-CP isā¦",["An HR certification","A tax form","A hiring app"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š© Harassment report","s":"An employee reports that their manager keeps making inappropriate comments.","c":[["Open a fair investigation and protect the employee",8,25,0,2,"Taking reports seriously keeps people safe and is often required by law."],["Suggest they try to ignore it and keep things professional",-14,0,-5,0,"Ignoring harassment drives people out and invites lawsuits."],["Quietly move the employee to a different team for now",-6,0,-2,0,"Moving the victim can look like punishment."]]},{"t":"š¤« Salary gossip","s":"Everyone is guessing what everyone else earns, and people are upset.","c":[["Explain how pay is set and fix any unfair gaps",7,25,1,2,"Clear, fair pay rules build trust."],["Ask everyone to stop discussing pay to keep the peace",-8,0,-2,0,"In the US, workers generally have a legal right to discuss pay."],["Let it settle down on its own without making it bigger",-3,0,-1,0,"Rumors fill silence."]]},{"t":"š§āš» Perfect candidate?","s":"A manager wants to hire their best friend without interviewing anyone else.","c":[["Run a fair process with several candidates",6,20,0,2,"Fair processes find the best person and avoid favoritism."],["Trust the manager, since they know who works well",-6,0,-2,0,"Favoritism hurts morale and can backfire."],["Hire the friend now and finish the paperwork later",-10,0,-3,0,"Skipping steps creates legal and trust problems."]]},{"t":"š© Overtime overload","s":"A team has worked late every night for a month to hit goals.","c":[["Reset workloads and give the team recovery time",7,20,0,2,"Rested teams make fewer mistakes and stay longer."],["Bring in free dinners and keep the pace a bit longer",-4,5,-2,1,"Snacks are nice, but they donāt fix the cause."],["Push through, since the deadline is almost here",-9,0,-3,0,"Burnout leads to quitting and errors."]]},{"t":"šø Viral complaint","s":"A former worker posts a video about a bad experience. Itās getting views.","c":[["Listen, look into it, and fix whatās true",6,20,0,2,"Owning real problems turns critics into proof you care."],["Have a lawyer send a letter asking them to take it down",-10,0,-3,0,"Threats usually make the story bigger."],["Ask happy employees to post good reviews to balance it out",-12,0,-4,0,"Fake reviews are dishonest and often get exposed."]]},{"t":"š§ Retirement wave","s":"Several longtime experts plan to retire next year.","c":[["Have them mentor newer workers starting now",6,20,1,2,"Passing on knowledge prevents a skills gap."],["Plan for it next year, when the dates are final",-5,0,-2,0,"Knowledge walks out the door if you wait."],["Offer bonuses to convince them to stay a few more years",-2,5,-1,1,"You canāt keep everyone forever."]]}],"rk":[["HR Intern","Small Biz Staffing","šŖ",2,2],["HR Assistant","Small Biz Staffing","šŖ",3,3],["HR Generalist","Teamwork Inc.","š¤",4,3],["HR Manager","Teamwork Inc.","š¤",5,4],["HR Director","Peoplefirst Group","š",6,5],["Chief People Officer","Global Works Co.","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Rookie","š Team Helper","š¤ Culture Keeper","š Talent Scout","š People Champion","š People Power Icon"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds more fun?","Interviewing candidates","r","Designing a training program","d"],["Which would you rather do?","Help settle a conflict between coworkers","e","Compare pay across the company","c"],["Pick a project","Plan new-hire orientation","d","Recruit at a college job fair","r"],["What fits you better?","Listening and calming people down","e","Spreadsheets and fairness checks","c"],["Which do you enjoy more?","Meeting new people","r","Teaching people skills","d"]],"r":{"r":["Recruiter","You like meeting people and spotting talent. Recruiters find and hire the right people."],"d":["Training and development","You love helping people grow. Learning specialists build training and career programs."],"e":["Employee relations","Youāre calm and fair in tough moments. Employee relations specialists handle complaints and conflicts."],"c":["Compensation and benefits","You like fairness backed by numbers. Comp analysts design pay and benefits."]}},"about":{"does":"HR managers lead a companyās people work: hiring, pay and benefits, training, workplace policies, and handling problems between employees. They help leaders build a fair, safe place to work.","day":["Review applications and schedule interviews","Answer employee questions about benefits","Meet with a manager about a team conflict","Update a policy so it follows new laws"],"skills":["Listening and empathy","Fairness and confidentiality","Clear communication","Knowing employment laws"],"path":"Many start as HR assistants or recruiters after studying business, psychology, or human resources. Certifications like SHRM-CP or PHR can help later on.","real":"Real HR deals with peopleās lives and detailed laws that vary by place. The game turns it into a simple yearly score for practice."},"twist":{"k":"meter","name":"Team morale","emo":"š","desc":"Morale rises with fair, well-fitted plans and good calls. High morale boosts every companyās output; low morale drags it down.","how":"You have a Team morale meter from 0 to 100. Good-fit years and great obstacle calls raise it. Bad calls and rough years lower it. Above 50, output gets a bonus everywhere. Below 50, a penalty.","hi":"People actually like coming to work!","lo":"Grumbling is spreading. Fix the basics.","achName":"Morale booster","achDesc":"Have 3 years with 85+ average fit"},"tips":["Stressed or low-paid teams need benefits and training first.","Always keep each companyās minimum in Benefits & wellness.","Keep the star hire at 25% or less.","Startups can take more hiring risk, but not all of it."],"f":"biz","task":{"emo":"š¬","name":"Tough conversation","how":"Each year you handle a real HR conversation. Listening, fairness, and clear next steps score best.","list":[{"kind":"chat","who":"Jordan (cashier)","intro":"A worker asks to talk privately.","why":"Good HR listens first, stays fair, and agrees on clear next steps.","steps":[{"say":"Honestly, Iām thinking about quitting. My schedule changes every week and I canāt plan anything.","opts":[["Thanks for telling me. What would a workable schedule look like for you?",2,"Same shifts each week, even if itās fewer hours."],["Everyoneās schedule changes. Thatās retail.",0,"ā¦Okay. I guess Iāll start looking elsewhere."],["Have you tried just planning less?",0,"Thatās not really the point."]]},{"say":"Can you actually fix that?","opts":[["I canāt promise today, but Iāll talk to your manager this week and get back to you by Friday.",2,"That would really help."],["Sure, Iāll fix it right now, no problem.",1,"Really? Okayā¦"],["Probably not.",0,"Then I donāt know why I came in."]]}]},{"kind":"chat","who":"Priya (engineer)","intro":"An employee asks about pay.","why":"Pay questions deserve clear, honest answers about how pay is set.","steps":[{"say":"I heard a new hire on my team makes more than me. Is that true?","opts":[["I canāt share someone elseās pay, but I can explain how pay is set and review yours.",2,"Okay. I just want to know itās fair."],["Yes, they make $10k more.",0,"Wait, you can tell me that?"],["Donāt worry about what others make.",0,"That makes me worry more."]]},{"say":"What happens next?","opts":[["Iāll compare your pay to our range for your role and get back to you in two weeks.",2,"Thanks. That feels fair."],["Nothing, you signed your offer.",0,"Wow."],["Maybe ask your manager.",1,"I guess I can."]]}]},{"kind":"chat","who":"Sam (new hire)","intro":"A new hire seems stressed in week two.","why":"Onboarding problems are easier to fix early with support and clear expectations.","steps":[{"say":"I donāt really know what Iām supposed to be doing yet.","opts":[["Thatās common in week two. Letās list whatās confusing and set up time with a mentor.",2,"That would help a lot."],["Youāll figure it out.",0,"ā¦Okay."],["Maybe this job isnāt for you.",0,"Oh."]]},{"say":"I also donāt want to bug my manager with questions.","opts":[["Questions are expected. Iāll suggest a short weekly check-in with your manager.",2,"Great, thanks."],["Yeah, managers hate questions.",0,"Thatās what I was afraid of."],["Just Google it.",1,"Sure."]]}]},{"kind":"chat","who":"Alex (team lead)","intro":"A manager comes to you about a report.","why":"Every complaint gets a fair process, and nobody gets punished for reporting.","steps":[{"say":"Someone on my team filed a complaint about me. Can you tell me who?","opts":[["I canāt share that. Weāll run a fair process and youāll get to share your side.",2,"Fine. I just want it to be fair."],["It was Taylor.",0,"I knew it. Iām going to talk to them."],["Just ignore it, itāll go away.",0,"Great."]]},{"say":"Can I at least move them off my team?","opts":[["No. Moving them now could look like retaliation, which isnāt allowed.",2,"Okay, I understand."],["Sure, if you want.",0,"Perfect."],["Letās wait and see.",1,"Hmm, okay."]]}]}]},"cast":{"scene":"šļø š¼ š ā š¢","boss":["Ms. Okafor","š©š¾āš¼","the company VP"],"buddy":["Leo","š§š»āš¼","your work buddy"],"rival":["Blake","š§š¼āš¼","the rival hotshot"]},"play":{"k":"crew","u":"š§āš¼","pot":"š²","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Teamwork Inc. 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Clear pay ranges are good practice and required in many states.",1],["c","š© Priya, engineer","Conflict with her manager","She says her manager yells at her in meetings.",[["Listen, take notes, promise no retaliation, and start an investigation",[10,12,0],"HR investigates fairly and protects people who report problems.",2],["Tell her that tough managers are normal and to try to work through it",[-14,-12,0],"Ignoring bullying hurts the whole team.",0],["Remove the manager right away so she feels safe at work today",[2,-10,0],"You need the facts first.",0]]],["o","Hiring process","Put the hiring steps in order.",["Write the job description","Post the job","Screen applications","Interview candidates","Check references","Make an offer"],"A clear process makes hiring fair and consistent.",2],["b","Interview questions","Legal to ask or not?",["ā
OK to ask","ā Donāt ask"],[["Tell me about a project you led",0],["How old are you?",1],["Can you work weekends?",0],["Are you planning to get pregnant?",1],["What religion are you?",1],["How would you handle a tight deadline?",0]],"Ask about skills and job needs, never protected traits like age, religion, or pregnancy.",1],["n","Turnover rate","15 people left this year. The company averaged 120 employees. Turnover rate = left Ć· average Ć 100. What is it?",12.5,0.1,"%","15 Ć· 120 Ć 100 = 12.5%. HR tracks turnover to spot problems.",0],["c","š§ Leo, top seller","Raise or he quits","He has an offer from a competitor for 20% more.",[["Check market pay and his results, then counter if it fits the budget",[8,10,0],"Data-based pay decisions are fair and defensible.",2],["Match the offer instantly so you donāt lose your top seller",[4,-8,0],"Can create unfair pay gaps with coworkers.",1],["Let him go, since paying him more would be unfair to everyone else",[-10,0,0],"Losing a top performer is costly.",0]]],["q","Benefit or not?","Rapid round: is this an employee benefit?",["ā
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The core of the business."},{"id":"mkt","n":"š£ Marketing push","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Get the word out. Great if the product is ready."},{"id":"moon","n":"š² Moonshot feature","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"one":true,"d":"One huge bet that could change everything."},{"id":"hire","n":"š„ Hire fast","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"Grow the team quickly. Speed, or chaos."}],"must":"cash","cases":[{"name":"SnackBox šŖ","story":"A healthy snack subscription with a few loyal customers.","amt":50000,"hor":"Early","rl":1.8,"rh":2.9,"min":20,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"A small, cash-tight business should protect its runway."},{"name":"StudyBuddy š","story":"A homework-help app growing fast with students.","amt":80000,"hor":"Growth","rl":3,"rh":4.4,"min":10,"maxLoss":30,"tip":"Fast growth can justify a marketing push. 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A sign is customers coming back and telling friends without you pushing.","A strong sign of product-market fit isā¦",["Customers return and refer friends","Your mom likes it","You spent a lot on ads"],0],["Building","The MVP","A minimum viable product (MVP) is the simplest version that lets you test the idea with real users. It saves time and money compared to building everything first.","Why launch an MVP?",["To test with real users before spending a lot","Because itās perfect","To avoid customers"],0],["Building","Talk to customers","The best founders talk to customers constantly. Asking about real problems beats guessing what people want.","Whatās a good customer interview question?",["Whatās the hardest part of this for you?","Donāt you love my idea?","Will you pay me now?"],0],["Money","Investors and equity","Investors give money in exchange for equity, which is a share of ownership. Give away too much too early and the founder may lose control.","Equity meansā¦",["Ownership in the company","A type of loan","A tax"],0],["Money","Pivoting","A pivot is changing direction based on what you learn, like a game company becoming a chat app. Pivoting isnāt failing; itās learning.","A pivot isā¦",["Changing direction based on what you learned","Giving up forever","Hiring a lawyer"],0],["Money","Growing too fast","Hiring and spending faster than revenue grows can burn cash and create chaos. Good founders grow when the business is ready.","What can happen if you hire too fast?",["Cash burns out and the team gets chaotic","Nothing bad","Revenue doubles automatically"],0],["Ideas & customers","Finding a problem","Great startups solve real problems that people care about. Start with the problem, not a cool solution looking for one.","Strong startup ideas usually start withā¦",["A real problem people have","A cool name","A fancy office"],0],["Ideas & customers","Target customers","Early startups win by serving one specific group really well, then expanding. āEveryoneā is too broad.","Early startups should focus onā¦",["One specific group","Every possible customer","Only investors"],0],["Ideas & customers","Market size","Market size estimates how many people or dollars could buy your product. Investors want to know the opportunity is big enough.","Market size estimatesā¦",["How big the possible customer base is","Your office size","Your teamās age"],0],["Ideas & customers","Competition","Almost every idea has competitors, even if itās just people doing things the old way. Know them and how youāre different.","If you think you have zero competitors, you probablyā¦",["Havenāt looked closely","Are guaranteed to win","Should stop"],0],["Ideas & customers","Validation","Validation means testing whether people actually want something before building a lot. Pre-orders and sign-ups are strong signals.","A strong sign of validation isā¦",["People pre-ordering","Friends saying itās cool","A nice logo"],0],["Ideas & customers","Landing page test","A landing page test describes a product and asks people to sign up. If nobody signs up, the idea may need work.","A landing page test checksā¦",["Whether people are interested","Your coding speed","Tax rules"],0],["Ideas & customers","Early adopters","Early adopters are people who love trying new things and forgive rough edges. They give feedback that shapes the product.","Early adopters areā¦",["Customers who try new things first","People who never buy","Investors only"],0],["Ideas & customers","Feedback loops","Build, measure, learn: make something small, measure how people use it, and learn what to change. Faster loops mean faster progress.","The startup feedback loop isā¦",["Build, measure, learn","Plan, wait, hope","Spend, spend, spend"],0],["Ideas & customers","Churn","Churn is the share of customers who stop using a product. High churn means people arenāt getting enough value.","High churn meansā¦",["Many customers are leaving","Sales are booming","Costs are low"],0],["Ideas & customers","Retention curves","A retention curve shows how many users stick around over time. If it flattens instead of dropping to zero, some people truly love the product.","A flattening retention curve suggestsā¦",["A loyal group of users","Users are leaving faster","Pricing is too low"],0],["Ideas & customers","Net Promoter Score","Net Promoter Score (NPS) asks how likely customers are to recommend you. Itās a quick read on how much people love the product.","NPS measuresā¦",["How likely customers are to recommend you","Profit","Hours worked"],0],["Ideas & customers","Personas and jobs-to-be-done","Jobs-to-be-done asks what ājobā a customer is hiring a product to do, like āget dinner on the table fast.ā","Jobs-to-be-done focuses onā¦",["What the customer is trying to get done","The startupās logo","Office location"],0],["Ideas & customers","Saying no","Startups have limited time. Saying no to good ideas that donāt fit lets you focus on the best one.","Why do founders say no to some ideas?",["To stay focused","Because ideas are bad","Theyāre lazy"],0],["Product & growth","Roadmaps","A product roadmap shows what the team plans to build next and why. It should change as you learn.","A roadmap shouldā¦",["Change as you learn","Never change","Be secret from the team"],0],["Product & growth","Prioritizing features","Founders often rank features by impact and effort. High-impact, low-effort features usually go first.","Which feature usually goes first?",["High impact, low effort","Low impact, low effort","The hardest feature first"],0],["Product & growth","Technical debt","Technical debt is shortcuts in code that make future changes harder. A little is normal; too much slows everything down.","Too much technical debtā¦",["Slows future work","Speeds everything up","Doesnāt matter"],0],["Product & growth","Growth channels","Startups grow through channels like word of mouth, search, social, partnerships, and sales. Most find one or two that work best.","Most startups grow mainly throughā¦",["One or two strong channels","Every channel equally","None"],0],["Product & growth","Viral loops","A viral loop is when users invite others as part of using the product, like sharing a game invite. It can drive fast, cheap growth.","A viral loop is whenā¦",["Users bring in new users","Ads run forever","The app crashes"],0],["Product & growth","Unit economics","Unit economics looks at profit per customer: what they pay vs. what it costs to win and serve them. If each customer loses money, growth makes things worse.","If every customer loses money, growing fasterā¦",["Loses more money","Fixes it automatically","Doesnāt matter"],0],["Product & growth","Pricing","Pricing too low can signal low quality and hurt profits. Pricing too high can scare people off. Testing helps find the right range.","How do startups find the right price?",["Test different prices","Always go free","Guess once"],0],["Product & growth","Freemium","Freemium gives a basic version for free and charges for premium features. It works when enough free users upgrade.","Freemium works whenā¦",["Enough free users upgrade","Nobody pays","Everything is free forever"],0],["Product & growth","Subscriptions","Subscriptions bring repeat revenue each month. They depend on keeping customers happy so they donāt cancel.","Subscription businesses depend onā¦",["Keeping customers from canceling","One-time sales","No customers"],0],["Product & growth","Partnerships","Partnering with a bigger company can open doors to customers you couldnāt reach alone. Pick partners whose goals line up with yours.","Good partnershipsā¦",["Align both sidesā goals","Help only one side","Never work"],0],["Product & growth","Scaling","Scaling means growing without everything breaking. Systems that work for 100 users may fail at 100,000.","Scaling is hard becauseā¦",["What works small can break when big","Itās always easy","Nobody grows"],0],["Product & growth","Metrics that matter","Each startup should pick a few key metrics, like weekly active users or revenue, that show real progress.","Startups should focus onā¦",["A few key metrics","Every number possible","No numbers"],0],["Product & growth","Launching","A launch is a chance to get attention, but most success comes after: listening, improving, and keeping customers.","Most startup success comesā¦",["After launch, from improving","Only on launch day","From luck alone"],0],["Money & investors","Bootstrapping","Bootstrapping means growing with your own money and customer revenue instead of investors. You keep control but grow slower.","Bootstrapping meansā¦",["Growing without outside investors","Raising billions","Borrowing from a bank only"],0],["Money & investors","Friends and family","Early money often comes from friends and family. Be honest about the risk so relationships survive if it fails.","When taking money from family, you shouldā¦",["Explain the risk honestly","Promise theyāll get rich","Hide it"],0],["Money & investors","Angel investors","Angel investors are individuals who invest their own money in early startups. They often bring advice and connections too.","An angel investor isā¦",["An individual investing in early startups","A government agency","A bank"],0],["Money & investors","Venture capital","Venture capital firms invest in startups that could grow huge. They expect most investments to fail and a few to win big.","Venture capitalists expectā¦",["Most bets to fail and a few to win big","Every startup to succeed","No risk"],0],["Money & investors","Funding rounds","Startups often raise money in rounds: pre-seed, seed, Series A, B, and so on. Each round should hit milestones that justify the next.","Series A comes afterā¦",["Seed","Series C","IPO"],0],["Money & investors","Valuation","Valuation is what investors think the company is worth. A higher valuation means giving up less ownership for the same money.","A higher valuation means you give upā¦",["Less ownership for the same money","More ownership","Nothing ever"],0],["Money & investors","Dilution","Each time you sell shares to raise money, founders own a smaller percent. Thatās dilution. Itās fine if the company grows a lot.","Dilution meansā¦",["Founders own a smaller percent after raising","The company is worth zero","Free money"],0],["Money & investors","Pitch decks","A pitch deck is a short slideshow explaining the problem, solution, market, traction, team, and ask. Clear beats flashy.","A pitch deck should explainā¦",["Problem, solution, market, traction, team, and ask","Only your hobbies","Only your logo"],0],["Money & investors","Traction","Traction is proof that the business is working, like growing sales or users. Investors care about it more than big plans.","Investors usually care most aboutā¦",["Traction","Fancy slides","Your office"],0],["Money & investors","Due diligence","Before investing, investors check the companyās numbers, legal setup, and claims. Honest records make this smooth.","Investorsā due diligence checksā¦",["Numbers, legal setup, and claims","Only the pitch deck design","Only the founderās rĆ©sumĆ©"],0],["Money & investors","Term sheets","A term sheet outlines the key terms of an investment, like amount, valuation, and control rights. Founders should read it carefully, ideally with a lawyer.","A term sheet outlinesā¦",["Key investment terms","Lunch orders","Product colors"],0],["Money & investors","Burn multiple","Burn multiple compares cash spent to new revenue added. Lower is better: youāre growing efficiently.","A low burn multiple meansā¦",["Efficient growth","Wasted money","No revenue"],0],["Money & investors","Grants and competitions","Some startups win grants or pitch competitions. That money usually doesnāt require giving up ownership.","Grants usually donāt requireā¦",["Giving up ownership","Any work","A business"],0],["Team & legal","Co-founders","Co-founders share the work and risk. Picking someone you trust, with skills that complement yours, matters a lot.","A good co-founder usually hasā¦",["Complementary skills and your trust","The exact same skills","No interest"],0],["Team & legal","Founder agreements","Founders should agree in writing on ownership, roles, and what happens if someone leaves. Handshake deals cause fights later.","Founder agreements should beā¦",["In writing","Only verbal","Avoided"],0],["Team & legal","Vesting","Vesting means founders and employees earn their shares over time, often four years. It protects the company if someone leaves early.","Vesting means shares are earnedā¦",["Over time","All at signing","Only when the company is sold"],0],["Team & legal","Business structure","Startups pick a legal structure, like an LLC or corporation. Many venture-backed startups become corporations.","Choosing a legal structure affectsā¦",["Taxes, liability, and investing","Only the company name","Only office location"],0],["Team & legal","Intellectual property","Intellectual property includes patents, trademarks, and copyrights. Protecting your brand name and inventions matters.","A trademark protectsā¦",["A brand name or logo","A tax refund","Office furniture"],0],["Team & legal","Early hires","The first employees shape the culture. Hire people who believe in the mission and can handle change.","Early hires should be able toā¦",["Handle constant change","Only do one task forever","Avoid responsibility"],0],["Team & legal","Stock options","Stock options give employees the right to buy shares later at a set price. They let startups attract talent without big salaries.","Stock options help startupsā¦",["Attract talent with less cash","Avoid taxes","Pay no one"],0],["Team & legal","Culture from day one","Startup culture forms early through how founders act. Values like honesty and respect are easier to set early than fix later.","Startup culture formsā¦",["Early, through foundersā actions","Only after the first big hire","Only when written in a handbook"],0],["Team & legal","Founder burnout","Founders often overwork. Sleep, exercise, and support from others help them make better decisions.","Burned-out founders oftenā¦",["Make worse decisions","Make perfect decisions","Work better"],0],["Team & legal","Advisors and boards","Advisors give expert help. A board of directors oversees the company and holds the CEO accountable.","A board of directorsā¦",["Oversees the company and CEO","Writes the code","Sells products"],0],["Team & legal","Regulations","Some industries, like health, finance, and food, have strict rules. Ignoring them can shut a startup down.","Startups in health or finance mustā¦",["Follow strict rules","Ignore regulations","Avoid lawyers"],0],["Team & legal","Failure and learning","Most startups fail. Many founders learn a lot and try again. Failing well means learning fast and treating people fairly on the way out.","Failing well meansā¦",["Learning and treating people fairly","Hiding it","Never trying again"],0],["Team & legal","Exits","An exit is when founders and investors cash out, often by selling the company or going public. Not every startup needs an exit to be successful.","An exit is oftenā¦",["Selling the company or going public","Quitting on day one","A bad review"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š° Shady investor","s":"An investor offers a huge check, but wants 70% of the company and full control.","c":[["Say no and look for fairer terms",7,25,0,2,"Giving up control can cost you the company you built."],["Take it, since the cash would let you grow much faster",-8,0,-2,0,"Bad terms can haunt a company for years."],["Take it and tell your co-founder once the money clears",-12,0,-3,0,"Secrets break co-founder trust."]]},{"t":"š Big bug","s":"Users report that the app loses their data sometimes.","c":[["Pause new features, fix it, and tell users",7,25,0,2,"Being honest and fixing it fast keeps users loyal."],["Keep the launch on track and fix it in a later update",-10,0,-3,0,"Broken trust is hard to win back."],["Tell users itās likely an issue with older phones",-8,0,-2,0,"Excuses push users away."]]},{"t":"š Fake it till you make it?","s":"A co-founder wants to tell investors you have 10x more users than you do.","c":[["Share the real numbers and your growth plan",8,25,0,2,"Lying to investors can be fraud."],["Round up a bit to match where youāll be soon",-10,0,-3,0,"Inflated numbers get discovered in checks."],["Donāt mention numbers and let them assume the best",-4,0,-1,0,"Misleading by silence still misleads."]]},{"t":"š§āš¤āš§ Co-founder fight","s":"You and your co-founder disagree about which product to build next.","c":[["Test both ideas with real customers",6,20,1,2,"Letting data decide cools arguments."],["Keep arguing until one of you is clearly convinced",-5,0,-1,0,"Steamrolling a partner breaks teams."],["Put the topic aside for a few months to keep the peace",-4,0,-2,0,"Avoiding conflict wastes runway."]]},{"t":"š° Big press chance","s":"A popular tech site wants to cover you, but only if you launch next week.","c":[["Launch the version you have, clearly labeled as early",5,20,2,2,"Early feedback plus attention can be a great combo."],["Rush in the unfinished features so it looks complete",-6,0,-3,0,"A buggy launch in front of a big audience hurts."],["Decline for now and wait until the product is polished",-1,5,0,1,"Waiting for perfect can mean missing your moment."]]},{"t":"š„± Burned-out founder","s":"Youāve worked 100-hour weeks for months and are making mistakes.","c":[["Take real rest and share the workload",6,20,1,2,"A rested founder makes better calls."],["Push through a few more weeks, then rest after launch",-5,0,-2,0,"Exhaustion leads to costly mistakes."],["Step away right away without telling the team",-12,0,-4,0,"Leaving suddenly can sink the whole team."]]}],"rk":[["Side-Project Founder","Your Garage","š ",2,2],["Solo Founder","Your Garage","š ",3,3],["Founder & CEO","Shared Office","š¢",4,3],["Funded Founder","Shared Office","š¢",5,4],["Serial Founder","Startup Studio","š„",6,5],["Unicorn Builder","Glory Ventures","š¦",8,0]],"lv":["š± Dreamer","š” Tinkerer","š§ Builder","š Rainmaker","š Game Changer","š¦ Unicorn Maker"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds more fun?","Building the product yourself","p","Pitching investors","b"],["Which would you rather do?","Run a small business that lasts","s","Chase a huge idea that might fail","b"],["Pick a project","Design a new app feature","p","Open a local shop","s"],["What fits you better?","Taking big risks","b","Steady, step-by-step growth","s"],["Which do you enjoy more?","Coding or designing","p","Selling and networking","b"]],"r":{"p":["Product founder","You love building. 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Working at a startup first can teach a lot.","real":"Most real startups fail, and success depends on timing, luck, and huge effort. The gameās results are random and much simpler than real business."},"twist":{"k":"runway","name":"Cash runway","emo":"š„","start":12,"burn":3,"desc":"Every year burns cash. Good years and cash reserves add months. If your runway hits zero, the company shuts down.","how":"You start with 12 months of runway. Each year costs about 3 months. Good results add months back, and keeping cash reserves helps. Great obstacle calls add a month; bad ones cost two. Hit zero and your career ends.","hi":"Cash is in good shape.","lo":"You burned through cash. Watch it.","brokeMsg":"šø You ran out of runway. 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How many months until you run out?",8,0,"months","$120,000 Ć· $15,000 = 8 months. Founders call this runway.",0],["c","š§āš» Your cofounder","Build more or talk to users?","Your cofounder wants to spend 3 months adding features. You havenāt talked to customers yet.",[["Talk to 20 potential customers this week, then build what they actually need",[6,12,4],"Most startups fail because nobody wants the product. Learn first.",2],["Build all the features first so customers see a complete product",[-8,-6,2],"Months of work with no proof anyone wants it.",0],["Spend the money on ads now to get users while the idea is fresh",[-12,2,0],"Ads for an unproven product burn cash.",0]]],["b","Good startup idea?","Which signals show real demand?",["ā
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Smart","ā Not now"],[["Fancy downtown office",1],["Talking to customers",0],["Free tools and cloud credits",0],["Huge launch party",1],["Fixing what users complain about",0],["Hiring 10 people before having customers",1]],"Early startups save cash for things that prove the business.",0],["c","š© First employee","Burned out","Your first hire has worked 80 hours a week for a month.",[["Cut scope, set limits, and make sure they take time off",[0,-2,14],"Burned-out teams make mistakes and quit.",2],["Promise them more stock if they can keep this pace for a few more months",[0,6,-8],"Doesnāt fix the burnout.",1],["Remind them that startups are hard and things will calm down after launch",[0,2,-14],"True, but ignoring burnout loses people.",0]]],["n","Customer cost","You spent $3,000 on ads and got 150 customers. What did each customer cost?",20,0,"dollars","$3,000 Ć· 150 = $20. If a customer brings in less than that, ads lose money.",0]]}},"hypelab":{"id":"hypelab","title":"Hype Lab š£","role":"Marketing Manager","tag":"Make some noise. The smart way.","emo":["š£","š","āØ"],"unit":"$","bigA":500000,"newsName":"Marketing news","th":{"a":"#ff3d81","b":"#ff9a3d","g1":"#ffd6f0","g2":"#fff0b3","ad":"#ff5fa2","d1":"#4a1b7a","d2":"#5a3a0b"},"pitch":"Split each clientās ad budget across channels, handle PR surprises, and see whether this work fits you.","goal":"grow each clientās campaign results without wasting their money, and keep their trust.","w":{"cl":"client","cls":"clients","Cl":"Client","val":"Campaign value","total":"Campaign value managed","alloc":"Campaign mix","hor":"Timeline","trust":"Trust","mkt":"Ad demand"},"opts":[{"id":"email","n":"š§ Email & loyalty list","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Your own audience. Cheap and steady, grows slowly."},{"id":"seo","n":"š Search & SEO","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.25,"d":"Shows up when people are already looking."},{"id":"tv","n":"šŗ Streaming & TV ads","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Reaches tons of people. Pricey and hard to measure."},{"id":"soc","n":"š± Social media ads","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Targeted and fast, but ad prices swing."},{"id":"inf","n":"š¤³ One mega-influencer deal","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"one":true,"d":"One creator, one shot. Huge if it lands."},{"id":"stunt","n":"šŖ Viral stunt","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"A wild idea that could blow up, either way."}],"must":"email","cases":[{"name":"Rosaās Bakery š„","story":"A family bakery that wants steady local customers, not a gamble.","amt":20000,"hor":"This year","rl":1.6,"rh":2.6,"min":20,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"A small business has no room for flops. Owned channels and search come first."},{"name":"Kicks Lab š","story":"A sneaker startup chasing hype with Gen Z.","amt":50000,"hor":"Launch season","rl":3.4,"rh":4.7,"min":5,"maxLoss":35,"tip":"Hype brands can take big swings, but one influencer shouldnāt be the whole plan."},{"name":"Northside Hospital š„","story":"Needs people to trust it. A cringe campaign would be a disaster.","amt":120000,"hor":"All year","rl":1.5,"rh":2.5,"min":15,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Healthcare brands live on trust. Steady, clear channels beat stunts."},{"name":"Bolt Energy Drink ā”","story":"Wants to become the drink every gamer talks about.","amt":90000,"hor":"1 year","rl":3,"rh":4.4,"min":8,"maxLoss":30,"tip":"A bold brand can use social and creators, but spread the risk."},{"name":"Lakeview College š","story":"Needs more students to apply for next fall.","amt":70000,"hor":"1 year","rl":2.2,"rh":3.4,"min":12,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"A deadline means you need reliable results with a bit of reach."},{"name":"Pawsome Rescue š¶","story":"A nonprofit with a tiny budget and a very cute story.","amt":15000,"hor":"6 months","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":15,"maxLoss":20,"tip":"Every dollar matters, but a heartwarming story can travel on social."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Viral moment","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal year","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Ad fatigue","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Algorithm crash","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["Shoppers are spending big this season","A new app has everyone sharing ads"],"normal":["Ad prices hold steady","Brands stick to their usual plans"],"rough":["People are tuning out ads","Ad costs climb as clicks drop"],"crash":["Major platform changes its feed overnight","Privacy update breaks ad targeting"]},"intro":[["Reach vs. risk","Safe channels like email bring steady results. Big swings like viral stunts can explode or flop. Thereās no free lunch."],["Spread it out","Donāt pour the whole budget into one influencer. If they flop or get canceled, your client takes the whole hit."],["Fit the client","A family bakery and a hype sneaker brand need very different plans. Match the risk to what each client can handle."]],"ls":[["Marketing basics","What marketing really is","Marketing means figuring out who your customer is, what they care about, and how to reach them. Ads are only one piece. Marketers often use the 4 Ps: product, price, place (where itās sold), and promotion.","Which is NOT one of the 4 Ps?",["Price","Place","Popularity"],2],["Marketing basics","Know your audience","A target audience is the specific group youāre trying to reach. āEveryoneā is not a target. A campaign for teen gamers looks nothing like one for retirees.","Why pick a target audience?",["So the message fits the people you want to reach","So the ad looks fancier","Because the law requires it"],0],["Marketing basics","Owned, paid, and earned media","Owned media is what you control, like an email list or website. Paid media is ads you buy. Earned media is free buzz, like shares and reviews. Owned is cheap and steady. Paid scales fast but stops when the money stops.","A brandās email list isā¦",["Paid media","Owned media","Earned media"],1],["Measuring results","Return on investment","Return on investment (ROI) compares what you got back to what you spent. Spend $1,000, bring in $3,000 in sales, and you got 3Ć back. Good marketers move money toward what has the best ROI.","Spend $500 and bring in $1,500. What did you get back?",["2Ć","3Ć","1.5Ć"],1],["Measuring results","The marketing funnel","People move through stages: awareness (they hear of you), interest, decision, and action (they buy). Different channels work at different stages. TV builds awareness; search catches people ready to buy.","What usually comes first?",["Buying","Awareness","Loyalty"],1],["Measuring results","A/B testing","An A/B test shows two versions of an ad to similar groups and compares the results. It replaces guessing with evidence.","An A/B test comparesā¦",["Two versions to see which works better","Two competitorsā prices","Two months of sales"],0],["Strategy","Donāt bet on one channel","If one platform changes its rules or one creator gets canceled, a plan built on them collapses. Spreading money across channels keeps results steadier.","Why spread a budget across channels?",["One failure canāt sink the whole plan","It always costs less","Platforms require it"],0],["Strategy","Trust beats hype","Hype fades fast; trust lasts. Ads must be truthful, and in the US the FTC requires influencers to clearly disclose paid posts. Misleading marketing can bring fines and lose customers for good.","What must influencers do with paid posts in the US?",["Hide that they were paid","Clearly disclose they were paid","Only post them at night"],1],["Customers & research","Market research","Market research means learning about customers before spending money. Surveys, interviews, and sales data show what people want and why they buy.","Whatās the main goal of market research?",["Make ads prettier","Learn what customers want before spending","Copy competitors"],1],["Customers & research","Primary vs. secondary research","Primary research is data you collect yourself, like a survey. Secondary research uses data someone else already gathered, like a government report.","Running your own customer survey isā¦",["Secondary research","Primary research","Not research"],1],["Customers & research","Segmentation","Segmentation splits a market into groups with shared traits, like age, location, or interests. Each segment can get its own message.","Splitting customers into groups with shared traits is calledā¦",["Segmentation","Inflation","Branding"],0],["Customers & research","Buyer personas","A persona is a made-up profile of a typical customer, like āBusy Parent Pam.ā It helps teams picture who theyāre talking to.","A buyer persona isā¦",["A real customerās private data","A profile of a typical customer","A type of ad"],1],["Customers & research","Pain points","A pain point is a problem a customer wants solved, like long wait times. Strong marketing shows how a product fixes it.","Good marketing usually focuses onā¦",["The customerās problem and how you solve it","The productās technical specs only","What competitors are doing"],0],["Customers & research","Value proposition","A value proposition is a clear statement of why someone should choose you. It answers: what do you offer, for whom, and why is it better?","A value proposition explainsā¦",["Why customers should choose you","The office address","Employee salaries"],0],["Customers & research","Positioning","Positioning is the spot a brand takes in customersā minds, like āthe cheapestā or āthe most luxurious.ā You canāt be everything to everyone.","āThe fastest delivery in townā is an example ofā¦",["Positioning","A coupon","Inventory"],0],["Customers & research","Competitor analysis","Marketers study competitorsā prices, ads, and reviews to find gaps. Copying them exactly rarely works; finding what they miss often does.","Why study competitors?",["To find gaps you can fill","To copy every ad","To lower prices to zero"],0],["Customers & research","Surveys that work","Good surveys ask short, clear, neutral questions. A leading question like āDonāt you love our product?ā pushes people toward an answer.","Which survey question is neutral?",["Donāt you love it?","How would you rate it from 1 to 5?","Isnāt it the best?"],1],["Customers & research","Focus groups","A focus group is a small group discussion about a product or ad. It gives rich opinions, but a handful of people may not represent everyone.","A weakness of focus groups isā¦",["Too few people to represent everyone","Too much data","Theyāre illegal"],0],["Customers & research","Customer lifetime value","Customer lifetime value (CLV) estimates how much a customer spends over their whole relationship with a brand. Loyal customers are often worth far more than one sale.","CLV measuresā¦",["What a customer spends over time","Ad colors","Office rent"],0],["Customers & research","Acquisition cost","Customer acquisition cost (CAC) is what you spend to win one new customer. If CAC is higher than what customers spend, you lose money.","If it costs $50 to win a customer who spends $30, youā¦",["Make money","Lose money","Break even"],1],["Customers & research","Retention","Keeping customers is usually cheaper than finding new ones. Loyalty programs, email, and good service all help with retention.","Retention meansā¦",["Keeping customers coming back","Finding new customers","Raising prices"],0],["Channels & content","Content marketing","Content marketing means creating useful stuff, like guides, videos, or recipes, that attracts people instead of interrupting them with ads.","A how-to video from a paint brand isā¦",["Content marketing","A coupon","Cold calling"],0],["Channels & content","Search engine optimization","SEO improves a website so it shows up higher in search results. Clear pages, useful content, and fast loading help.","SEO helps a websiteā¦",["Rank higher in search results","Look more colorful","Avoid customers"],0],["Channels & content","Paid search","Paid search ads appear when people search certain words. Advertisers often pay per click, so they target words that signal someone is ready to buy.","Pay-per-click means you pay whenā¦",["Someone clicks your ad","Anyone sees the page","You post on social"],0],["Channels & content","Email marketing","Email reaches people who already signed up, so itās cheap and personal. Spamming people who didnāt opt in can break laws and annoys everyone.","Why is email marketing powerful?",["People already signed up","Itās free to spam everyone","Nobody reads email"],0],["Channels & content","Influencer marketing","Influencers are creators with loyal audiences. Smaller āmicro-influencersā often have more engaged fans than huge celebrities.","Micro-influencers often haveā¦",["More engaged audiences","Zero followers","Only fake fans"],0],["Channels & content","Social media ads","Social platforms let you target ads by interests, age, and location. Costs rise when lots of brands compete for the same audience.","Social ad prices often rise whenā¦",["Many brands compete for the same people","Nobody uses the app","Itās raining"],0],["Channels & content","TV and streaming","TV and streaming ads reach huge audiences and build awareness, but are expensive and harder to measure than clicks.","A weakness of TV ads isā¦",["Hard to measure exactly","Tiny reach","Theyāre free"],0],["Channels & content","Out-of-home ads","Billboards, bus ads, and posters are out-of-home ads. Theyāre great for local awareness but hard to track.","A billboard isā¦",["An out-of-home ad","Email marketing","SEO"],0],["Channels & content","Public relations","PR is earning attention through news stories, interviews, and events instead of paid ads. Good PR builds credibility.","A newspaper story about your brand isā¦",["Earned media from PR","A paid ad","Owned media"],0],["Channels & content","Copywriting","Copywriting is writing words that persuade, like headlines and slogans. Clear and specific usually beats clever and confusing.","Good ad copy is usuallyā¦",["Clear and specific","Long and confusing","Full of jargon"],0],["Channels & content","Call to action","A call to action (CTA) tells people what to do next, like āOrder nowā or āSign up free.ā Ads without one leave people unsure.","āGet your free trialā is aā¦",["Call to action","Disclaimer","Logo"],0],["Channels & content","Visual design","Colors, fonts, and images shape how people feel about a brand. Consistent visuals make a brand easier to recognize.","Why keep visuals consistent?",["Easier to recognize the brand","Itās required by law","It costs more"],0],["Channels & content","Omnichannel","Omnichannel means giving customers a smooth experience across every channel: store, app, website, and social. The message should feel like one brand.","Omnichannel marketing meansā¦",["One smooth experience across channels","Using only one channel","Ignoring the app"],0],["Data & testing","Key metrics","Marketers track metrics like impressions (views), clicks, conversions (actions taken), and cost. Each tells a different part of the story.","A conversion is when someoneā¦",["Takes the action you wanted","Sees an ad","Scrolls past"],0],["Data & testing","Click-through rate","Click-through rate (CTR) is clicks divided by impressions. 50 clicks from 1,000 views is a 5% CTR.","50 clicks from 1,000 views is a CTR ofā¦",["5%","50%","0.5%"],0],["Data & testing","Conversion rate","Conversion rate is conversions divided by visitors. A high CTR with a low conversion rate may mean the landing page isnāt working.","Lots of clicks but few sales may meanā¦",["The landing page needs work","The ad is invisible","Sales are perfect"],0],["Data & testing","Return on ad spend","Return on ad spend (ROAS) is revenue from ads divided by ad cost. $4,000 in sales from $1,000 in ads is a ROAS of 4.","$3,000 in sales from $1,000 in ads is a ROAS ofā¦",["3","1","30"],0],["Data & testing","Attribution","Attribution tries to figure out which ads led to a sale. Customers often see many ads first, so credit is hard to split.","Attribution is tricky becauseā¦",["Customers see many ads before buying","Nobody buys anything","Ads donāt exist"],0],["Data & testing","Sample size","Tests need enough people to be reliable. If only 10 people see each version, the results might just be luck.","Why do tests need enough people?",["Small samples can be just luck","Big samples are illegal","Size doesnāt matter"],0],["Data & testing","One change at a time","In a good A/B test, you change one thing, like the headline. Change five things at once and you wonāt know which one mattered.","In a clean A/B test you should changeā¦",["One thing at a time","Two things to save time","Everything to see a big change"],0],["Data & testing","Vanity metrics","Vanity metrics look impressive but donāt show real results, like followers who never buy. Focus on numbers tied to goals.","A vanity metric isā¦",["Impressive but not tied to results","Sales revenue","Profit"],0],["Data & testing","Dashboards","Dashboards show key numbers in one place so teams can spot changes quickly. Too many numbers make them confusing.","A good dashboard showsā¦",["The key numbers clearly","Every number ever","Only colors"],0],["Data & testing","Correlation vs. causation","Two things rising together doesnāt mean one caused the other. Sales and ad spend might both rise because itās the holidays.","If ads and sales both rose in December, you knowā¦",["Ads definitely caused it","Theyāre related, but it might be the season","Nothing at all"],1],["Data & testing","Seasonality","Many products sell more at certain times, like coats in winter. Good plans spend more when demand is naturally high.","Seasonality meansā¦",["Demand changes by time of year","Ads stop working","Prices never change"],0],["Data & testing","Budget pacing","Pacing means spreading a budget over time so you donāt run out in week one. Smart pacing saves money for busy periods.","Why pace a budget?",["So it lasts through key periods","To spend it all on day one","Because ads expire"],0],["Data & testing","Forecasting","Forecasting uses past results to predict future sales. Forecasts guide budgets but are never perfect.","Forecasts areā¦",["Educated predictions","Guarantees","Random guesses"],0],["Brand & strategy","What a brand is","A brand is what people think and feel about a company, not just its logo. Itās built by every interaction, from ads to customer service.","A brand is mostlyā¦",["What people think and feel about a company","Just the logo","The office building"],0],["Brand & strategy","Brand voice","Brand voice is how a brand sounds: playful, serious, friendly. A consistent voice makes a brand feel human and trustworthy.","A gaming brand using jokes and slang is choosing aā¦",["Brand voice","Budget","Supplier"],0],["Brand & strategy","Pricing strategy","Price sends a message. Low prices can attract bargain hunters; high prices can signal quality. Marketers help pick prices that fit the brand.","A high price can signalā¦",["Quality or luxury","A discount is coming","Low demand"],0],["Brand & strategy","Product launches","A launch plan builds excitement before a product is released, then pushes hard at release. Timing and teasers matter.","A teaser campaign happensā¦",["Before the launch","Right after the launch","Only at the end of the year"],0],["Brand & strategy","Crisis communication","When something goes wrong, respond fast, take responsibility, and explain what youāre fixing. Silence or blame makes it worse.","In a brand crisis, you shouldā¦",["Respond quickly and honestly","Stay silent","Blame customers"],0],["Brand & strategy","Rebranding","A rebrand changes a companyās name, look, or message. It can refresh a tired brand, but can confuse loyal customers if done badly.","A risk of rebranding isā¦",["Confusing loyal customers","Guaranteed success","Free money"],0],["Brand & strategy","Ethics in advertising","Ads targeted at kids, health claims, and before-and-after photos have extra rules in many places. Honest marketing protects people and the brand.","Health claims in ads must beā¦",["Truthful and supported","As bold as possible","Hidden"],0],["Brand & strategy","Privacy and data","Marketers use customer data to target ads, but privacy laws limit how it can be collected and used. Many require clear consent.","Many privacy laws requireā¦",["Clear consent to collect data","Selling all data","No rules"],0],["Brand & strategy","Cause marketing","Cause marketing links a brand to a social cause. It works when itās genuine and backed by real action, and backfires when it looks fake.","Cause marketing backfires whenā¦",["It looks fake with no real action","Itās genuine","It helps people"],0],["Brand & strategy","Global marketing","Ads that work in one country might flop or offend in another. Language, culture, and holidays all matter.","Before advertising in a new country, you shouldā¦",["Learn its culture and language","Use the same ad unchanged","Skip research"],0],["Brand & strategy","The marketing plan","A marketing plan sets goals, target audience, budget, channels, timeline, and how success will be measured. It keeps a team on the same page.","A marketing plan should includeā¦",["Goals, audience, budget, and measures of success","Only a logo","Nothing written"],0],["Brand & strategy","SMART goals","SMART goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. āGet 500 sign-ups by Juneā is SMART; āGet popularā isnāt.","Which is a SMART goal?",["Be famous","Get 500 sign-ups by June","Do marketing"],1],["Brand & strategy","Working with other teams","Marketers work with sales, product, design, and finance. Shared goals and clear communication keep campaigns from clashing.","Why work closely with sales?",["To match messages and goals","To avoid customers","To cut the budget"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š¬ Influencer scandal","s":"A creator youāre working with just posted something offensive. The comments are exploding.","c":[["Pause the partnership and post a short, honest statement",7,25,0,2,"Moving fast and being honest protects the brand."],["Stay quiet for now so you donāt add fuel to the fire",-8,0,-3,0,"Silence looks like agreement. Problems grow when brands hide."],["Clear out the angry comments so the post looks calm again",-12,0,-5,0,"Deleting criticism usually makes a backlash much worse."]]},{"t":"š Pretty up the report","s":"Your boss asks you to round up the campaign results in the client report so they look better.","c":[["Share the real numbers along with a plan to improve them",8,25,0,2,"Honest reporting keeps clients and keeps you employable."],["Round the numbers up a little since everyone does it",-10,0,0,0,"Fake numbers get found out, and clients donāt come back."],["Leave the weak parts out and highlight what went well",-3,5,0,1,"Not quite lying, but clients deserve the full picture."]]},{"t":"šŗ Trend alert","s":"A dance trend is exploding. A client wants to jump on it today.","c":[["Do a quick, on-brand version and keep the main plan",5,20,2,2,"Small, fast trend plays add buzz without risking the plan."],["Shift the whole budget into the trend while itās hot",-6,0,-4,0,"Trends die fast. Going all in usually burns money."],["Skip it, since chasing trends can cheapen the brand",-2,5,0,1,"Safe, but a brand can start to feel stale."]]},{"t":"š§āāļø Too-good-to-be-true claim","s":"A client wants an ad saying their drink ācures tiredness forever.ā","c":[["Push back and write a bold claim thatās actually true",6,25,0,2,"Ads must be truthful. False claims bring fines and lawsuits."],["Run it as written, since the client knows their product",-12,0,-4,0,"False advertising is illegal and wrecks trust."],["Run it, but add small fine print saying results vary",-5,0,-1,0,"Fine print doesnāt fix a misleading headline."]]},{"t":"āļø Budget cut","s":"A client suddenly cuts spending by 20% halfway through the year.","c":[["Cut the weakest channels and protect whatās proven",6,20,0,2,"Using data to decide what to cut keeps results strong."],["Cut every channel by the same amount to keep it fair",0,5,-1,1,"Fair, but it ignores whatās actually working."],["Spend the full budget fast before the cut kicks in",-9,0,-3,0,"Panic spending wastes money and annoys clients."]]},{"t":"š¤ AI ad writer","s":"A new tool writes ads automatically. Itās cheap, but sometimes gets facts wrong.","c":[["Use it for drafts, with a person checking every ad",5,20,1,2,"Tools speed things up, but people stay responsible."],["Let it publish on its own so the team saves hours",-8,0,-3,0,"Unchecked mistakes go public fast."],["Ban it, since a single wrong fact could hurt a client",0,5,0,1,"Safe, but you may fall behind on speed."]]}],"rk":[["Marketing Intern","Corner Shop Media","šŖ",2,2],["Marketing Coordinator","Corner Shop Media","šŖ",3,3],["Marketing Specialist","Spark Agency","āØ",4,3],["Marketing Manager","Spark Agency","āØ",5,4],["Marketing Director","Megaphone Group","š£",6,5],["Chief Marketing Officer","Global Brands Co.","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Rookie","ā” Trend Spotter","š„ Buzz Maker","š Brand Builder","š Campaign Legend","š Marketing Icon"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds more fun?","Coming up with a wild campaign idea","c","Figuring out which ad actually worked","d"],["Which would you rather do?","Run a brandās social accounts","s","Plan the yearās marketing budget","d"],["Pick a project","Design a logo and slogan","c","Survey customers about what they want","d"],["What fits you better?","Chatting with fans in the comments","s","Pitching ideas in a big meeting","c"],["Which do you enjoy more?","Writing and visuals","c","Numbers and spreadsheets","d"],["Pick a vibe","Fast trends and memes","s","Long-term strategy","d"]],"r":{"c":["Creative and brand marketing","You love ideas, visuals, and storytelling. Look into copywriting, brand strategy, and creative roles at ad agencies."],"d":["Marketing analytics","You like proving what works with data. Marketing analysts, SEO specialists, and growth marketers live in the numbers."],"s":["Social media and community","You get people and trends. Social media and community managers build fans one post at a time."]}},"about":{"does":"Marketing managers decide how a company gets noticed. They figure out who the customers are, choose where to advertise, manage a budget, and track whether it worked.","day":["Check yesterdayās ad results and move money toward whatās working","Brainstorm a campaign with designers and writers","Meet with sales to hear what customers are asking for","Present results and next steps to the boss or client"],"skills":["Communication and persuasion","Creativity","Reading data and spotting trends","Managing a budget and deadlines"],"path":"Many start as a marketing coordinator or assistant after studying marketing, business, or communications. Internships and running real social accounts, even for a school club, help a lot.","real":"Real campaign results depend on the product, timing, and lots of testing. This game uses random, simplified results, and real marketing rarely returns a set percentage."},"twist":{"k":"meter","name":"Brand buzz","emo":"š£","desc":"Buzz rises when plans fit and you make smart calls. High buzz boosts every clientās results; low buzz drags them down.","how":"Your agency has a Brand buzz meter from 0 to 100. Strong-fit years and great obstacle calls raise it. Bad calls and flops lower it. Above 50, every client gets a results bonus. Below 50, a penalty.","hi":"People are talking about your work!","lo":"Your agency is losing its spark.","achName":"Buzz master","achDesc":"Have 3 years with 85+ average fit"},"tips":["Clients who canāt afford a flop need owned channels and search.","Always keep each clientās minimum in Email & loyalty list.","Keep the mega-influencer deal at 25% or less.","Hype brands can take more risk, but still spread it out."],"f":"biz","task":{"emo":"āļø","name":"Pick the best ad","how":"Each year you choose the best ad for a clientās audience. The best fit earns a bonus; a so-so pick earns a little.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"Rosaās Bakery wants more local weekday customers. Which ad fits best?","opts":["āFresh croissants every morning, two blocks from the train. Show this for a free coffee before 10am.ā","āThe worldās most amazing bakery. Life-changing pastries.ā","āBAKERY. BREAD. SALE. NOW.ā","āJoin our global pastry revolution #bakelifeā"],"ok":0,"sc":[2,0,0,1],"why":"Specific, local, and with a clear reason to come in. Vague hype and shouting rarely work."},{"kind":"mc","q":"Northside Hospital wants parents to book flu shots for kids. Which message fits best?","opts":["āFlu shots for kids, no appointment needed Saturdays 9ā1. Quick, gentle, and covered by most insurance.ā","āYour kid will DEFINITELY get the flu without this!ā","āTag a friend who hates needles šā","āHealthcare. We do it.ā"],"ok":0,"sc":[2,0,1,0],"why":"Healthcare messages need clear, calm facts. Fear tactics break trust."},{"kind":"mc","q":"Kicks Lab is launching a limited sneaker for Gen Z. Which post fits best?","opts":["Short video of the shoe being made, ending with ā500 pairs. Drops Friday 6pm.ā","A long blog post about the companyās founding","A newspaper ad with a coupon","An email to a list they donāt have yet"],"ok":0,"sc":[2,1,0,0],"why":"Scarcity plus a visual story works for hype launches, on the platforms that audience uses."},{"kind":"mc","q":"Lakeview College wants more applications. Which call to action is strongest?","opts":["āApply free by March 1. Takes 15 minutes.ā","āLearn more about our values.ā","āWeāre a college.ā","āClick here.ā"],"ok":0,"sc":[2,1,0,0],"why":"A clear action, a deadline, and an easy next step beat vague invitations."},{"kind":"mc","q":"Bolt Energy Drinkās target is gamers. Where should most of a small test budget go?","opts":["Sponsoring three mid-size game streamers with engaged audiences","One TV ad during the evening news","Billboards near retirement homes","Printed flyers at the post office"],"ok":0,"sc":[2,0,0,0],"why":"Go where your audience already is. Mid-size creators often have more engaged fans for the money."},{"kind":"mc","q":"Pawsome Rescue has almost no budget. Which plan is smartest?","opts":["Post short adoption stories with photos and ask followers to share","Buy a Super Bowl ad","Pay a celebrity to post once","Run search ads for ādogsā nationwide"],"ok":0,"sc":[2,0,0,1],"why":"Heartwarming stories can spread for free. Big paid buys donāt fit a tiny budget."}]},"cast":{"scene":"šļø š¼ š ā š¢","boss":["Ms. Okafor","š©š¾āš¼","the company VP"],"buddy":["Leo","š§š»āš¼","your work buddy"],"rival":["Blake","š§š¼āš¼","the rival hotshot"]},"play":{"k":"cards","u":"š§āš¼","pot":"š²","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Spark Marketing Agency","h":[9,18],"m":["š Results","šµ Budget","š¤ Client trust"],"t":[["b","Match the channel","Which channel fits the goal best?",["š± Social media","š Search ads","āļø Email"],[["Reach teens with a new snack",0],["People searching ābest running shoesā",1],["Bring back past customers with a sale",2],["Show a fun video of the product",0],["Someone typing āplumber near meā",1],["Monthly newsletter to subscribers",2]],"Marketers pick channels based on where the audience is and what theyāre ready to do.",0],["n","Ad results","An ad was shown 50,000 times and got 1,000 clicks. Whatās the click-through rate?",2,0.05,"%","1,000 Ć· 50,000 Ć 100 = 2%. Marketers compare rates to see what works.",0],["c","š©āš¼ Client: Fresh Juice Co.","Sales are flat","They want a bigger budget for TV ads, but online ads are performing better.",[["Show the data and recommend moving money to what works, with a small TV test",[10,6,8],"Data-backed recommendations build trust.",2],["Move more money into TV ads like the client wants, since they know their brand",[-6,-6,4],"Clients hire you for expertise.",1],["Tell the client TV advertising doesnāt work anymore and cancel it",[0,0,-10],"Too blunt and not data-based.",0]]],["s","Ad copy review","Tap the claims that could get the company in trouble.",[["Fresh-squeezed every morning",0],["Cures colds in one day!",1],["Doctors say itās the healthiest drink ever (no source)",1],["Now in 3 new flavors",0],["100% organic (it isnāt certified)",1]],"Ads must be truthful. False health claims break advertising laws.",2],["c","š± Social media","An ad backfires","People say your new ad is offensive and itās trending.",[["Pull the ad, apologize sincerely, and explain what youāll change",[4,0,10],"Fast, honest responses limit the damage.",2],["Delete the angry comments and wait quietly for the story to fade",[-8,0,-12],"Silence and deleting looks worse.",0],["Reply to the critics and explain what the ad actually meant",[-12,0,-14],"Fights make it trend more.",0]]],["o","Campaign plan","Order the steps of a campaign.",["Define the goal","Research the audience","Create the message","Choose channels and budget","Launch","Measure and adjust"],"Every good campaign starts with a goal and ends with measurement.",0],["q","Good metric?","Rapid round: does it show real business results?",["šµ Real results","š Vanity"],[["Sales from the campaign",0],["Number of likes",1],["New email signups",0],["Follower count only",1],["Cost per customer",0]],"Likes feel good, but businesses care about customers and sales.",0],["c","š§ Intern","Influencer deal","An influencer will promote your product but doesnāt want to say itās paid.",[["Require clear disclosure like #ad",[8,0,8],"Paid posts must be disclosed. Itās the law.",2],["Agree, since it looks more natural",[-10,0,-12],"Hidden ads break FTC rules and destroy trust.",0],["Skip influencers entirely",[-2,0,0],"Influencers can work when done honestly.",1]]]]}},"closeit":{"id":"closeit","title":"Close It š¼","role":"Sales Representative","tag":"Hit your number. Keep your word.","emo":["š¼","š","š¤"],"unit":"$","bigA":700000,"newsName":"Sales floor news","th":{"a":"#0a8fd6","b":"#3dd6c2","g1":"#d1ecff","g2":"#d1fff4","ad":"#4fb8ff","d1":"#0b2a4a","d2":"#0b4a40"},"pitch":"Split your time across each territory, handle tough customers, build a hot streak, and see whether sales fits you.","goal":"grow sales in every territory without burning bridges, and keep your customersā trust.","w":{"cl":"territory","cls":"territories","Cl":"Territory","val":"Annual sales","total":"Sales managed","alloc":"Time plan","hor":"Quota period","trust":"Customer trust","mkt":"Buyer demand"},"opts":[{"id":"keep","n":"š Check in with current customers","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Keep existing buyers happy. Steady repeat sales."},{"id":"ref","n":"š Warm referrals","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Follow up on people who were recommended to you."},{"id":"demo","n":"š§āš» Product demos","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Show the product in action to interested buyers."},{"id":"cold","n":"š„¶ Cold calling","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Reach strangers. Lots of noās, some big yeses."},{"id":"whale","n":"š Chase one giant deal","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"one":true,"d":"One huge customer. Could make your year, or waste it."},{"id":"disc","n":"š·ļø Heavy discounts","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"Slash prices to close fast. Volume, but thin profit."}],"must":"keep","cases":[{"name":"Small-Town Dealers šļø","story":"A handful of long-time customers who hate being pushed.","amt":80000,"hor":"This year","rl":1.5,"rh":2.6,"min":28,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Loyal customers want attention, not pressure."},{"name":"Downtown Offices šļø","story":"Busy companies that switch vendors often.","amt":150000,"hor":"This quarter","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":12,"maxLoss":20,"tip":"Demos and referrals work well with busy buyers."},{"name":"School District š«","story":"Slow decisions, strict budgets, and lots of rules.","amt":120000,"hor":"School year","rl":1.6,"rh":2.7,"min":22,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Public buyers value reliability. Donāt chase gimmicks."},{"name":"Tech Corridor š»","story":"Fast-moving startups that buy quickly and churn quickly.","amt":200000,"hor":"This quarter","rl":3.2,"rh":4.6,"min":8,"maxLoss":30,"tip":"Fast buyers can handle bold moves, but donāt ignore your current customers."},{"name":"Regional Hospitals š„","story":"Big contracts, careful buyers, and long sales cycles.","amt":250000,"hor":"This year","rl":2,"rh":3.2,"min":18,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Careful buyers need demos and trust. One giant chase is tempting but risky."},{"name":"New Territory šŗļø","story":"Fresh area where nobody knows your company yet.","amt":60000,"hor":"First year","rl":3,"rh":4.3,"min":8,"maxLoss":25,"tip":"New areas need cold outreach, but keep a few relationships going."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Buying spree","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal year","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Budget freeze","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Recession hits","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["Companies are expanding and buying","New budgets just got approved everywhere"],"normal":["Buyers stick to their usual orders","Demand steady across the region"],"rough":["Customers delay big purchases","Finance teams freeze spending"],"crash":["Economy slows as companies cut costs","Layoffs spread across industries"]},"intro":[["Keep the customers you have","Getting a new customer usually costs much more than keeping one. Ignore your regulars and they leave."],["Donāt chase one whale","One giant deal can make your year, or eat all your time and fall through."],["Fit the territory","A small town of loyal buyers and a fast tech corridor need different approaches."]],"ls":[["Sales basics","What salespeople do","Sales reps help customers find products that solve their problems, then guide them to a purchase. Good sales is about understanding needs, not tricking people.","Good sales starts withā¦",["Understanding the customerās problem","Talking as fast as possible","Lowering the price right away"],0],["Sales basics","The pipeline","A pipeline tracks possible deals through stages: lead, contacted, demo, proposal, closed. Reps watch it to predict sales and spot stuck deals.","What does a sales pipeline track?",["Deals moving through stages","Monthly expenses","Team schedules"],0],["Sales basics","Quota and commission","A quota is a sales goal for a period. Many reps earn a base salary plus commission, which is a percent of what they sell.","Commission isā¦",["A percent of what you sell","A fine","A vacation day"],0],["Selling","Ask, then listen","Open-ended questions like āWhatās slowing your team down?ā reveal what a buyer needs. Then listen more than you talk.","Which is open-ended?",["Whatās your biggest challenge right now?","Do you want to buy today?","Is blue okay?"],0],["Selling","Handling objections","An objection is a reason a buyer hesitates, like price or timing. Treat it as a question to answer, not an attack.","A buyer says itās too expensive. Best response?",["Ask what value they need and explain it","Argue with them","Hang up"],0],["Selling","Discounts cost money","Discounts can close deals, but they shrink profit and teach customers to wait for sales. Use them carefully.","Whatās a downside of big discounts?",["Lower profit and customers waiting for deals","More profit","Nothing at all"],0],["Relationships","Honesty wins long-term","Overpromising might close one deal, but unhappy customers cancel, complain, and warn others. Honest reps get repeat business and referrals.","Why not overpromise?",["Unhappy customers cancel and warn others","It always works","Customers like surprises"],0],["Relationships","Handling rejection","Most sales calls end in a no. Top reps donāt take it personally. They learn from it and keep going.","What do top reps do after a no?",["Learn from it and keep going","Quit sales","Yell at the customer"],0],["Prospecting","Prospecting","Prospecting means finding people or companies who might buy. Good reps spend time on prospects who actually fit.","Prospecting meansā¦",["Finding potential buyers","Delivering products","Doing taxes"],0],["Prospecting","Ideal customer profile","An ideal customer profile (ICP) describes the companies or people most likely to buy and succeed with your product. It keeps reps focused.","An ICP describesā¦",["Your best-fit customers","Your office","Your boss"],0],["Prospecting","Leads vs. prospects","A lead is anyone who might be interested. A prospect is a lead thatās been checked and fits. Not every lead is worth chasing.","A lead thatās been checked and fits is aā¦",["Prospect","Refund","Contract"],0],["Prospecting","Qualifying","Qualifying checks whether a buyer has a real need, budget, authority to decide, and timing. One common framework is BANT.","BANT stands forā¦",["Budget, authority, need, timing","Buy and never talk","Big angry new team"],0],["Prospecting","Research before calling","Looking up a company before calling lets you ask smart questions and show you care about their business.","Researching before a call helps youā¦",["Ask smart questions","Talk longer","Skip listening"],0],["Prospecting","Cold email","A good cold email is short, personal, and focused on the buyerās problem. Generic mass emails get ignored.","A good cold email isā¦",["Short and personal","Long and generic","All caps"],0],["Prospecting","Social selling","Social selling means building relationships on platforms like LinkedIn by sharing useful ideas, not spamming.","Social selling is aboutā¦",["Building relationships with useful content","Spamming messages","Posting memes only"],0],["Prospecting","Networking","Networking at events and online builds relationships that turn into referrals later. Give help before asking for it.","Good networking starts withā¦",["Offering help","Asking for a sale right away","Ignoring people"],0],["Prospecting","Gatekeepers","Gatekeepers, like assistants, control access to decision-makers. Treat them with respect; they can help or block you.","Gatekeepers should be treatedā¦",["With respect","Rudely","As invisible"],0],["Prospecting","Follow-up","Many deals close only after several follow-ups. Polite persistence beats giving up after one try.","Many deals closeā¦",["After several follow-ups","On the first call usually","Only after a discount"],0],["Prospecting","CRM","A CRM (customer relationship management) system tracks contacts, calls, and deals. Updating it keeps the team informed.","A CRM tracksā¦",["Contacts and deals","Office plants","Weather"],0],["Prospecting","Time blocking","Top reps block time for calls, follow-ups, and admin. Protected time for prospecting keeps the pipeline full.","Time blocking helps repsā¦",["Protect time for key tasks","Avoid work","Skip calls"],0],["Prospecting","Activity vs. results","More calls can help, but quality matters. Ten thoughtful calls can beat 100 rushed ones.","What matters more than call count?",["Call quality","Speed of dialing","Phone color"],0],["The sales conversation","Discovery calls","A discovery call is about learning the buyerās situation and goals. Talk less, ask more.","On a discovery call, you should mostlyā¦",["Ask questions and listen","Pitch nonstop","Talk about yourself"],0],["The sales conversation","Active listening","Active listening means focusing fully, summarizing what you heard, and asking follow-up questions. Buyers feel understood.","Active listening includesā¦",["Summarizing what you heard","Interrupting","Checking your phone"],0],["The sales conversation","Features vs. benefits","A feature is what a product does. A benefit is why it matters to the buyer. āSaves you 5 hours a weekā is a benefit.","āSaves you 5 hours a weekā is aā¦",["Benefit","Feature","Price"],0],["The sales conversation","Storytelling","Stories about how other customers succeeded make benefits real. Keep them short and relevant.","Customer success stories helpā¦",["Make benefits feel real","Waste time","Confuse buyers"],0],["The sales conversation","Demos that work","A good demo shows the parts that solve the buyerās specific problems, not every feature.","A good demo focuses onā¦",["The buyerās specific problems","Every single feature","Your favorite button"],0],["The sales conversation","Common objections","Common objections include price, timing, āwe already use something,ā and āI need to ask my boss.ā Prepared reps handle them calmly.","Which is a common sales objection?",["Itās too expensive","āSend me the contract todayā","āCan we sign now?ā"],0],["The sales conversation","Price objections","When buyers say itās too expensive, explore value: what problem costs them more if they donāt fix it?","To handle a price objection, focus onā¦",["Value","Begging","Lying"],0],["The sales conversation","Multiple decision-makers","Big purchases often involve several people. Understanding everyoneās concerns prevents last-minute surprises.","Big deals often involveā¦",["Several decision-makers","Only the CEO","Only the user"],0],["The sales conversation","Proposals","A proposal summarizes the problem, solution, price, and timeline in writing. It should match what the buyer said they need.","A proposal shouldā¦",["Match the buyerās stated needs","Be generic","Hide the price"],0],["The sales conversation","Negotiation basics","Good negotiation looks for win-win trades. If you give a discount, get something back, like a longer contract.","If you give a discount, you shouldā¦",["Get something in return","Give it for free","Double the price"],0],["The sales conversation","Closing","Closing means asking for the decision. Many reps lose deals simply by never asking.","Many deals are lost because repsā¦",["Never ask for the decision","Ask too clearly","Smile too much"],0],["The sales conversation","Silence","After asking a question or naming a price, staying quiet gives the buyer room to think. Rushing to fill silence can weaken your position.","After naming a price, it often helps toā¦",["Pause and let them respond","Lower it immediately","Keep talking"],0],["The sales conversation","Losing well","When you lose a deal, thank the buyer and ask why. Graceful losses often come back later.","After losing a deal, you shouldā¦",["Thank them and ask why","Argue","Never talk again"],0],["Pipeline & numbers","Pipeline stages","Each deal moves through stages. Knowing which stage a deal is in shows what to do next.","Pipeline stages showā¦",["Where each deal is","Office floors","Team ages"],0],["Pipeline & numbers","Win rate","Win rate is deals won divided by deals worked. 10 wins from 40 deals is a 25% win rate.","10 wins from 40 deals is a win rate ofā¦",["25%","40%","10%"],0],["Pipeline & numbers","Average deal size","Average deal size is total sales divided by number of deals. Bigger deals often take longer to close.","Bigger deals oftenā¦",["Take longer to close","Close instantly","Never close"],0],["Pipeline & numbers","Sales cycle","The sales cycle is how long it takes from first contact to close. Schools and hospitals often have long cycles.","The sales cycle measuresā¦",["Time from first contact to close","Bike rides","Holidays"],0],["Pipeline & numbers","Pipeline coverage","Many teams want pipeline worth about 3Ć their quota, since not every deal closes.","If your quota is $100,000, a common pipeline target isā¦",["About $300,000","$10,000","$0"],0],["Pipeline & numbers","Forecasting","Forecasting predicts what will close this period. Honest forecasts help the company plan; padded ones cause trouble.","Sales forecasts should beā¦",["Honest","Optimistic to motivate the team","Based on gut feeling"],0],["Pipeline & numbers","Commission math","If you earn 10% commission and sell $50,000, your commission is $5,000.","10% commission on $80,000 in sales isā¦",["$8,000","$800","$80,000"],0],["Pipeline & numbers","Accelerators","Some plans pay a higher rate after you pass quota. These āacceleratorsā reward top performance.","Accelerators pay moreā¦",["After you pass quota","Only in the first month","Only for new reps"],0],["Pipeline & numbers","Upselling and cross-selling","Upselling offers a better version; cross-selling offers a related product. Both work only if they truly help the customer.","Offering a related product isā¦",["Cross-selling","Refunding","Prospecting"],0],["Pipeline & numbers","Renewals","For subscription products, renewals matter as much as new sales. Happy customers renew; ignored ones leave.","Renewals depend onā¦",["Keeping customers happy","Ignoring them","Raising prices only"],0],["Pipeline & numbers","Churn and sales","If customers cancel as fast as you sign new ones, revenue doesnāt grow. Keeping customers is part of a repās job.","If churn equals new sales, revenueā¦",["Stays flat","Grows fast","Doubles"],0],["Pipeline & numbers","Discount discipline","Discounts reduce revenue and can become expected. Many companies require approval for big ones.","Why limit discounts?",["They cut revenue and train buyers to wait","They boost profit","No reason"],0],["Pipeline & numbers","Territory planning","Territory planning means deciding which accounts to focus on based on size, fit, and potential.","Territory planning helps repsā¦",["Focus on the best accounts","Visit every house","Avoid customers"],0],["Career & ethics","Sales roles","Common sales roles include SDR (finds leads), account executive (closes deals), and account manager (keeps customers).","An SDR mainlyā¦",["Finds and qualifies leads","Signs contracts","Does payroll"],0],["Career & ethics","Inside vs. outside sales","Inside sales reps sell by phone and video. Outside sales reps meet customers in person.","Outside sales reps usuallyā¦",["Meet customers in person","Never leave the office","Only email"],0],["Career & ethics","B2B vs. B2C","B2B means selling to businesses. B2C means selling to consumers. B2B deals are often bigger and slower.","Selling software to a company isā¦",["B2B","B2C","Neither"],0],["Career & ethics","Retail sales","Retail salespeople help shoppers in stores. Friendly, knowledgeable help leads to sales and return visits.","Retail sales success depends onā¦",["Friendly, knowledgeable help","Ignoring shoppers","Pushy tactics"],0],["Career & ethics","Resilience","Sales has lots of rejection. Resilient reps treat each ānoā as practice and keep a positive routine.","Resilience in sales meansā¦",["Bouncing back from rejection","Never hearing no","Quitting fast"],0],["Career & ethics","Pressure tactics","Fake deadlines and high-pressure tricks may close one deal but damage trust and can break consumer protection laws.","Fake āonly todayā deadlines areā¦",["Manipulative and can break laws","Always fine","Required"],0],["Career & ethics","Truth in selling","Reps must describe products honestly. False claims can lead to refunds, lawsuits, and lost jobs.","Making false product claims can lead toā¦",["Lawsuits and lost trust","More referrals","Promotions"],0],["Career & ethics","Gifts and bribes","Giving gifts to win business can cross into bribery, which is illegal. Many companies have strict gift rules.","Giving a buyer cash to win a contract isā¦",["Bribery","Networking","Normal"],0],["Career & ethics","Privacy and calls","Laws limit calling people whoāve opted out, like the US Do Not Call list. Respecting it avoids fines.","Calling people on the Do Not Call list canā¦",["Bring fines","Boost sales legally","Be required"],0],["Career & ethics","Teamwork in sales","Sales works with marketing, product, and support. Sharing customer feedback helps the whole company improve.","Sharing customer feedback with your company helpsā¦",["Improve the product","Win arguments with product teams","Raise prices"],0],["Career & ethics","Mentors and coaching","Top reps often learn from mentors and listen to recordings of their own calls to improve.","Listening to your own call recordings helpsā¦",["Find ways to improve","Only managers","Prove you were right"],0],["Career & ethics","Work-life balance","Quota pressure can lead to overwork. Healthy routines help reps stay sharp over a long career.","Healthy routines help repsā¦",["Stay sharp long-term","Sell less","Burn out faster"],0],["Career & ethics","Moving up","Strong reps can move into sales management, sales operations, or customer success. People skills carry into many roles.","A sales rep can move intoā¦",["Sales management","Only sales forever","Nothing else"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š The overpromise","s":"A buyer will sign today if you promise a feature that doesnāt exist yet.","c":[["Be honest about what it can do today",7,25,0,2,"Honesty protects the relationship and your company."],["Promise it, since engineering can probably build it in time",-10,0,-3,0,"Broken promises lead to cancellations."],["Say āmaybeā and steer back to features you do have",-4,0,-1,0,"Vague answers still mislead."]]},{"t":"š¤ Angry customer","s":"A big customer calls furious about a late delivery.","c":[["Apologize, fix it, and follow up",8,25,0,2,"Handled well, a problem can make a customer more loyal."],["Explain the warehouse caused the delay, not you",-6,0,-2,0,"Customers want solutions, not excuses."],["Wait for them to cool down before calling back",-9,0,-3,0,"Avoiding upset customers makes them leave."]]},{"t":"šµļø Steal a list","s":"A coworker offers you a competitorās secret customer list.","c":[["Refuse and report it",7,25,0,2,"Using stolen data can be illegal and get you fired."],["Look at it once just to see who they work with",-10,0,-3,0,"Even a peek can lead to lawsuits."],["Use it carefully without telling anyone where it came from",-14,0,-4,0,"Thatās stealing trade secrets."]]},{"t":"š End-of-quarter panic","s":"Youāre behind on quota with two weeks left.","c":[["Follow up with your best warm leads",6,20,1,2,"Focus on real opportunities instead of desperate moves."],["Offer 50% off to anyone who signs this week",-4,5,-2,1,"You might hit quota, but profit and pricing take a hit."],["Push current customers to buy add-ons they may not need",-10,0,-3,0,"Pushy sales sour relationships."]]},{"t":"š¤ Teammateās deal","s":"A teammate is sick and their almost-closed deal lands on your desk.","c":[["Close it and give them fair credit",7,20,0,2,"Trust on a team pays back many times."],["Close it and keep the commission, since you did the work",-6,5,0,0,"Your team will remember."],["Leave it for them to finish when theyāre back",-5,0,-1,0,"The customer loses too."]]},{"t":"š§ Spam blast idea","s":"Your manager wants to email 50,000 random people a pushy pitch.","c":[["Suggest a smaller, targeted outreach",6,20,1,2,"Relevant messages get better replies, and spam laws exist."],["Send it, since even a tiny reply rate is a lot of leads",-6,0,-2,0,"Spam can hurt your companyās reputation."],["Send it, then send a follow-up to everyone two days later",-10,0,-3,0,"Double spam, double damage."]]}],"rk":[["Sales Intern","Corner Supply Co.","šŖ",2,2],["Sales Development Rep","Corner Supply Co.","šŖ",3,3],["Account Executive","Bright Solutions","š”",4,3],["Senior Account Exec","Bright Solutions","š”",5,4],["Sales Manager","Summit Corp","šļø",6,5],["VP of Sales","Global Deals Inc.","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Rookie","š Dialer","š¤ Closer","š Rainmaker","š Presidentās Club","š Sales Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds more fun?","Finding brand-new customers","h","Taking care of loyal customers","f"],["Which would you rather do?","Explain how a complex product works","t","Negotiate a big contract","h"],["Pick a vibe","Fast-paced and competitive","h","Steady and relationship-based","f"],["What fits you better?","Learning lots of tech details","t","Remembering peopleās birthdays","f"],["Which do you enjoy more?","Winning","h","Solving problems","t"]],"r":{"h":["Business development (the hunter)","You love the chase. Business development reps find and win brand-new customers."],"f":["Account manager (the farmer)","You build relationships. Account managers keep customers happy and growing for years."],"t":["Sales engineer","You like the details. Sales engineers explain technical products and design solutions for buyers."]}},"about":{"does":"Sales representatives find potential customers, learn what they need, show how a product helps, and close deals. Many also keep relationships going so customers buy again.","day":["Call or email a list of potential buyers","Give a product demo over video","Update the pipeline and forecast","Follow up with a current customer"],"skills":["Listening and asking good questions","Handling rejection","Persuasion without pressure","Organization and follow-up"],"path":"Many start as sales development reps right after high school or college. Business, communications, or any degree works; results and people skills matter most.","real":"Real sales depends on the product, the market, and lots of relationships. The game simplifies results into random yearly percentages."},"twist":{"k":"streak","name":"Hot streak","emo":"š„","desc":"String together strong years (good fit, no losses) to build a streak. Each level boosts XP and results.","how":"A strong year means 70+ average fit, positive results, and no territory with a big loss. Each strong year in a row adds to your Hot streak, up to 4. The streak multiplies your XP by up to Ć2 and adds up to +2.4% to every territoryās results. One weak year resets it.","hi":"Youāre on fire!","lo":"Reset and build it back up.","achName":"On fire","achDesc":"Reach a 3-year hot streak"},"tips":["Loyal or careful buyers need check-ins and referrals.","Always keep each territoryās minimum in customer check-ins.","Keep the giant-deal chase at 25% or less.","New or fast territories can handle more cold calling."],"f":"biz","task":{"emo":"š","name":"Sales call","how":"Each year you run a short sales conversation. Ask, listen, and be honest to score best.","list":[{"kind":"chat","who":"Dana (office manager)","intro":"A warm lead picks up the phone.","why":"Great sales calls ask about the buyerās problem before pitching.","steps":[{"say":"Hi, I only have a minute. Whatās this about?","opts":[["Iāll be quick. Your coworker said ordering supplies takes forever. Is that true for you too?",2,"Ugh, yes. It takes hours every week."],["We have the best product in the world! Let me tell you everything!",0,"Iām going to have to go."],["Want to buy something?",0,"Not really."]]},{"say":"So what would you do about it?","opts":[["Our tool reorders automatically. Could I show you in a 15-minute demo Thursday?",2,"Sure, Thursday works."],["Sign up today and Iāll give you 50% off!",1,"Hmm, let me think."],["I donāt know, what do you want?",0,"Okay, Iām hanging up."]]}]},{"kind":"chat","who":"Mr. Lee (school district)","intro":"A careful buyer has questions.","why":"Honest answers beat overpromising, especially with careful buyers.","steps":[{"say":"Does your software work offline? Our schools have bad Wi-Fi.","opts":[["Not fully. It saves work offline and syncs later. Let me show you exactly what works.",2,"I appreciate the honesty."],["Yes, totally, no problem!",0,"Okay. Iāll check with your references."],["Why would you need that?",0,"Because we do."]]},{"say":"Itās more expensive than the other option.","opts":[["It is. Can I show how it saves teacher time, so you can compare the total cost?",2,"Thatās fair. Send me that."],["Iāll cut the price in half.",1,"Interestingā¦"],["You get what you pay for.",0,"Thatās not an answer."]]}]},{"kind":"chat","who":"Rita (long-time customer)","intro":"A loyal customer calls, upset.","why":"Handled well, a problem can make a customer more loyal.","steps":[{"say":"My order is a week late and nobody told me!","opts":[["Iām sorry. Let me check right now and give you a real date today.",2,"Thank you. I just need to know."],["Thatās the warehouseās fault, not mine.",0,"I donāt care whose fault it is."],["Itāll probably come soon.",0,"Probably?"]]},{"say":"This is the second time this year.","opts":[["Youāre right. Iāll set up an alert so you hear from me first if anythingās late.",2,"Okay. That would help."],["Hereās a coupon.",1,"Fine, I guess."],["Maybe order earlier.",0,"Wow."]]}]},{"kind":"chat","who":"Max (startup CEO)","intro":"A fast-moving buyer wants a deal.","why":"Discounts should be traded for something, and promises must be real.","steps":[{"say":"Iāll sign today if you give me 40% off.","opts":[["I can do 10% if you sign a two-year deal. Would that work?",2,"Two yearsā¦ okay, deal."],["Sure, 40% off!",0,"Great. Maybe Iāll ask for 60% next time."],["No discounts ever.",1,"Hmm. Iāll think about it."]]},{"say":"And promise me youāll add a feature we need by next month.","opts":[["I canāt promise that. I can get you a call with our product team.",2,"Fair enough."],["Sure, itāll be ready!",0,"Great, Iāll hold you to it."],["Features arenāt my problem.",0,"They are if you want my money."]]}]}]},"cast":{"scene":"šļø š¼ š ā š¢","boss":["Ms. Okafor","š©š¾āš¼","the company VP"],"buddy":["Leo","š§š»āš¼","your work buddy"],"rival":["Blake","š§š¼āš¼","the rival hotshot"]},"play":{"k":"crew","u":"š§āš¼","pot":"š²","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Summit Software Ā· Sales Floor","h":[8,18],"m":["šµ Quota","š¤ Relationships","ā Reputation"],"t":[["o","Sales call","Put a sales call in a good order.",["Introduce yourself and the reason for the call","Ask questions about their problems","Listen and summarize their needs","Show how your product helps","Agree on a next step"],"Great salespeople listen more than they talk.",1],["c","š©āš¼ Buyer","āItās too expensiveā","A school district likes your software but says it costs too much.",[["Ask what budget they have and show the value or a smaller starter package",[8,10,4],"Understand the objection, then solve it.",2],["Offer 50% off right away so they donāt walk away from the deal",[-6,4,0],"Discounting too fast hurts your quota and value.",1],["Explain the price is firm and that quality costs more",[-8,-8,0],"Ends the conversation.",0]]],["n","Commission","You earn 8% commission. You closed $45,000 in sales. Whatās your commission?",3600,0,"dollars","$45,000 Ć 0.08 = $3,600.",0],["c","š§ Big customer","Promise something you canāt deliver?","Heāll sign today if you promise a feature that doesnāt exist yet.",[["Be honest about what exists and whatās on the roadmap",[0,8,12],"Honesty protects long-term relationships.",2],["Promise the feature since it will probably be built this year anyway",[10,-10,-16],"Heāll find out, and youāll lose him and your reputation.",0],["Tell him to come back once the feature exists",[-6,0,0],"Find a way to move forward honestly.",1]]],["b","Qualify the lead","Good lead or not right now?",["š„ Hot lead","āļø Not now"],[["Has budget, a need, and a deadline",0],["Just browsing, no budget",1],["Decision-maker asked for a demo",0],["Student doing a school project",1],["Contract with competitor ends next month",0]],"Salespeople focus time on leads ready to buy.",0],["q","Good sales habit?","Rapid round",["ā
Good","ā Bad"],[["Following up within a day",0],["Talking nonstop",1],["Taking notes on what customers say",0],["Badmouthing competitors",1],["Remembering a clientās goals",0]],"Trust and follow-through win repeat business.",1],["c","šØāš¼ Manager","Month end","Youāre 10% short of quota with 2 days left.",[["Call your warmest leads and help those who are ready to decide",[10,4,2],"Focus on real buyers, not pressure tactics.",2],["Tell customers the price goes up tomorrow so they sign today",[6,-10,-8],"Manipulation damages trust.",0],["Accept the miss and start fresh on next monthās goal",[-10,0,0],"Two days is time to close real deals.",0]]],["n","Close rate","You talked to 40 leads and closed 6. Whatās your close rate?",15,0.1,"%","6 Ć· 40 Ć 100 = 15%.",0]]}},"shiphappens":{"id":"shiphappens","title":"Ship Happens š¦","role":"Supply Chain Manager","tag":"Get it there. On time.","emo":["š¦","š","š¢"],"unit":"$","bigA":900000,"newsName":"Shipping news","th":{"a":"#e05a1f","b":"#f0b400","g1":"#ffe0cc","g2":"#fff1b8","ad":"#ff8a4f","d1":"#4a200b","d2":"#4a3a05"},"pitch":"Split each companyās shipping and inventory budget, survive port jams and shortages, and see whether this work fits you.","goal":"keep shelves stocked and deliveries on time without wasting money, and keep each companyās trust.","w":{"cl":"company","cls":"companies","Cl":"Company","val":"Product flow","total":"Product flow managed","alloc":"Supply plan","hor":"Busy season","trust":"Trust","mkt":"Global shipping"},"opts":[{"id":"safe","n":"š¦ Safety stock","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Extra inventory for emergencies. Costs storage, saves panics."},{"id":"back","n":"š Backup supplier","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"A second source in case the first one fails."},{"id":"truck","n":"š Local trucking","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Reliable regional delivery at a fair price."},{"id":"air","n":"āļø Air freight","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Super fast, super expensive."},{"id":"jit","n":"ā±ļø Just-in-time (one supplier)","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"one":true,"d":"Order exactly when needed from one source. Cheap until it breaks."},{"id":"sea","n":"š¢ Cheapest overseas shipping","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"Lowest cost, longest trip, most can go wrong."}],"must":"safe","cases":[{"name":"MediSupply š","story":"Delivers medicine to pharmacies. Running out is not an option.","amt":150000,"hor":"All year","rl":1.5,"rh":2.5,"min":28,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Lifesaving products need safety stock and backups, not cheap risks."},{"name":"ToyTown š§ø","story":"Sells most of its toys in the holiday season.","amt":120000,"hor":"Holidays","rl":2.4,"rh":3.6,"min":15,"maxLoss":18,"tip":"A big season means stock up early and have a backup."},{"name":"FreshMart š„¬","story":"A grocery chain with food that spoils fast.","amt":180000,"hor":"Every week","rl":2,"rh":3.1,"min":15,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Fresh food canāt sit in storage or ride slow ships. Local trucking shines."},{"name":"Zoom Bikes š“","story":"A trendy e-bike brand trying to keep costs low.","amt":90000,"hor":"Spring","rl":3,"rh":4.4,"min":10,"maxLoss":28,"tip":"Cost-focused brands can use cheaper shipping, but not all of it."},{"name":"BuildRight šØ","story":"Supplies construction sites that lose money every day materials are late.","amt":200000,"hor":"Building season","rl":2,"rh":3.2,"min":18,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Delays are expensive. Backups and reliable trucking matter."},{"name":"TrendWear š","story":"Fast-fashion clothes that go out of style in weeks.","amt":110000,"hor":"Each season","rl":3.2,"rh":4.6,"min":8,"maxLoss":30,"tip":"Speed matters for trends, but a single supplier is a gamble."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Smooth seas","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal year","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Port delays","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Global shutdown","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["Shipping costs drop to a five-year low","Ports report record speed"],"normal":["Shipping times are about normal","Suppliers keep steady schedules"],"rough":["Ships line up outside crowded ports","Truck driver shortage slows deliveries"],"crash":["Factory shutdowns spread overseas","A blocked canal stops global shipping"]},"intro":[["Cheap isnāt always cheapest","The cheapest shipping can become the most expensive if the product shows up late or never."],["Never rely on one supplier","If your only supplier fails, everything stops. A backup is insurance."],["Fit the company","Medicine and fast fashion need very different supply plans."]],"ls":[["Supply chain basics","What a supply chain is","A supply chain is every step that gets a product to a customer: raw materials, factories, warehouses, shipping, and stores. Supply chain managers keep it all moving.","Which is part of a supply chain?",["Warehouses and shipping","A companyās logo","The CEOās birthday"],0],["Supply chain basics","Inventory","Inventory is the stock a company keeps on hand. Too little and shelves go empty. Too much and money gets tied up in storage, and products can spoil or go out of style.","Whatās a risk of too much inventory?",["Money tied up and products going stale","Running out of stock","Faster deliveries"],0],["Supply chain basics","Lead time","Lead time is how long it takes from ordering to receiving a product. Longer lead times mean you need to plan further ahead.","Ocean shipping has a long lead time, so you shouldā¦",["Order earlier","Order later","Never order"],0],["Risk","Single point of failure","When one supplier, factory, or route is the only option, itās a single point of failure. If it breaks, everything stops. Backups reduce that risk.","How do you reduce a single point of failure?",["Add a backup supplier","Use only one supplier","Ignore it"],0],["Risk","Just-in-time","Just-in-time means ordering only what you need right when you need it. It saves storage costs but leaves no cushion when something goes wrong.","Whatās the weakness of just-in-time?",["No cushion if something goes wrong","It costs too much storage","Itās too slow"],0],["Risk","The bullwhip effect","Small changes in customer demand can cause bigger and bigger swings up the supply chain as everyone overreacts. Sharing real sales data helps calm it.","What helps reduce the bullwhip effect?",["Sharing real sales data","Panic ordering","Hiding inventory numbers"],0],["Operations","Trade-offs","Supply chains balance cost, speed, and reliability. You can rarely have all three at the cheapest price, so managers choose based on the product.","Air freight is usuallyā¦",["Fast but expensive","Slow and cheap","Free"],0],["Operations","Ethical sourcing","Companies are responsible for how their products are made. That includes safe factories and no forced or child labor. Checking suppliers protects people and the brand.","Why audit suppliers?",["To make sure workers are treated safely and fairly","To make products uglier","Itās never needed"],0],["Sourcing","Procurement","Procurement is the process of finding, choosing, and buying from suppliers. Good procurement balances price, quality, and reliability.","Procurement meansā¦",["Finding and buying from suppliers","Selling to customers","Hiring staff"],0],["Sourcing","Requests for quotes","A request for quote (RFQ) asks several suppliers for prices on the same item. Comparing quotes helps get a fair deal.","An RFQ asks suppliers forā¦",["Prices","Delivery dates only","References only"],0],["Sourcing","Supplier scorecards","Scorecards rate suppliers on things like on-time delivery, quality, and price. They make supplier choices fact-based.","A supplier scorecard ratesā¦",["Delivery, quality, and price","Office decor","Logos"],0],["Sourcing","Total cost of ownership","The cheapest price isnāt always cheapest overall. Total cost includes shipping, delays, defects, and storage.","Total cost of ownership includesā¦",["Shipping, delays, and defects too","Only the purchase price","Only the shipping cost"],0],["Sourcing","Contracts and terms","Supplier contracts set price, quality standards, delivery dates, and penalties. Clear contracts prevent arguments.","Supplier contracts should setā¦",["Price, quality, and delivery dates","Only the logo","Nothing specific"],0],["Sourcing","Negotiation","Good negotiators look for win-win deals, like a lower price in exchange for a longer order commitment.","A win-win supplier deal might tradeā¦",["Lower price for a longer commitment","Nothing for nothing","Threats"],0],["Sourcing","Nearshoring","Nearshoring means using suppliers closer to home. It can cost more but cuts shipping time and risk.","Nearshoring usuallyā¦",["Cuts shipping time","Adds months of shipping","Costs nothing"],0],["Sourcing","Offshoring","Offshoring means producing far away, often where costs are lower. Savings can shrink when shipping problems hit.","A risk of offshoring isā¦",["Long, risky shipping","Instant delivery","No savings"],0],["Sourcing","Dual sourcing","Dual sourcing buys the same part from two suppliers. If one fails, the other keeps things moving.","Dual sourcing protects againstā¦",["One supplier failing","Good weather","Sales"],0],["Sourcing","Quality control","Quality control checks products for defects before they reach customers. Catching problems early is far cheaper.","Quality control should happenā¦",["Before products reach customers","Only after complaints","Only once a year"],0],["Sourcing","Supplier relationships","Treating suppliers as partners, paying on time and sharing plans, means theyāre more likely to help in a crisis.","Good supplier relationships helpā¦",["In a crisis","Lower prices only","Get faster invoices"],0],["Sourcing","Tariffs","Tariffs are taxes on imported goods. They can suddenly raise costs, so planners watch trade news.","A tariff isā¦",["A tax on imports","A type of truck","A warehouse"],0],["Sourcing","Conflict minerals and ethics","Some materials can come from places with forced labor or conflict. Many companies trace their supply chains to avoid supporting harm.","Why trace where materials come from?",["To avoid supporting forced labor or conflict","To lower shipping costs","For marketing only"],0],["Inventory","Reorder point","The reorder point is the stock level that triggers a new order. It covers sales during the lead time plus a safety buffer.","The reorder point triggersā¦",["A new order","A sale","A layoff"],0],["Inventory","Safety stock math","Safety stock covers surprises in demand or delays. Products with unpredictable demand need more of it.","Products with unpredictable demand needā¦",["More safety stock","No stock","Less stock"],0],["Inventory","Economic order quantity","Economic order quantity (EOQ) finds the order size that balances ordering costs and storage costs.","EOQ balancesā¦",["Ordering costs and storage costs","Profit and taxes","Hiring and firing"],0],["Inventory","ABC analysis","ABC analysis ranks items by value. āAā items are few but valuable and get the closest attention.","In ABC analysis, āAā items areā¦",["High value and watched closely","Worthless","Ignored"],0],["Inventory","FIFO","First in, first out (FIFO) means selling older stock first. It prevents food and medicine from expiring on the shelf.","FIFO meansā¦",["Sell older stock first","Sell newest first","Never sell"],0],["Inventory","Stockouts","A stockout is when an item runs out. Customers may buy from a competitor instead and never come back.","A stockout can causeā¦",["Lost customers","Lower storage costs","Faster shipping"],0],["Inventory","Overstock","Overstock ties up cash and space. It often ends in deep discounts or waste.","Overstock often ends inā¦",["Discounts or waste","Higher prices","Instant profit"],0],["Inventory","Cycle counting","Cycle counting checks a small part of inventory regularly instead of counting everything once a year. It catches errors early.","Cycle counting meansā¦",["Counting small parts of inventory often","Riding bikes","Counting once a decade"],0],["Inventory","Inventory turnover","Inventory turnover is how many times stock sells and gets replaced in a year. Higher turnover usually means less cash stuck.","Higher inventory turnover usually meansā¦",["Less cash stuck in stock","More waste","Slower sales"],0],["Inventory","Perishables","Perishable products, like food, flowers, and some medicines, need fast handling and cold storage. Delays mean spoilage.","Perishable products needā¦",["Fast handling and cold storage","Slow ships","No care"],0],["Inventory","Cold chain","The cold chain keeps products at the right temperature from start to finish. One warm truck can ruin a whole shipment.","The cold chain keeps productsā¦",["At the right temperature the whole way","Warm","In the sun"],0],["Inventory","Barcodes and RFID","Barcodes and RFID tags track items automatically, cutting errors and speeding up counts.","RFID tags helpā¦",["Track items automatically","Decorate boxes","Hide inventory"],0],["Inventory","Demand forecasting","Demand forecasting predicts how much will sell, using past sales, seasons, and trends. Better forecasts mean fewer stockouts and leftovers.","Better forecasts lead toā¦",["Fewer stockouts and leftovers","More waste","No change"],0],["Shipping & warehouses","Modes of transport","Goods move by truck, rail, ship, and plane. Each trades off cost, speed, and capacity.","The cheapest way to move huge amounts overseas is usuallyā¦",["Ship","Plane","Bike"],0],["Shipping & warehouses","Containers","Standard shipping containers can move between ships, trains, and trucks without unpacking. They transformed global trade.","Standard containers made shippingā¦",["Faster and cheaper","Impossible","More expensive"],0],["Shipping & warehouses","Ports","Ports load and unload ships. When ports get crowded, ships can wait days or weeks.","A crowded port causesā¦",["Delays","Faster delivery","Free shipping"],0],["Shipping & warehouses","Freight forwarders","Freight forwarders arrange shipping for companies, booking space and handling paperwork across borders.","A freight forwarderā¦",["Arranges shipping and paperwork","Builds ships","Sells products"],0],["Shipping & warehouses","Customs","Customs checks imports and collects taxes and fees. Missing paperwork can hold shipments at the border.","Missing customs paperwork canā¦",["Hold shipments at the border","Speed things up","Cancel taxes"],0],["Shipping & warehouses","Warehouse layout","Fast-selling items go near the packing area so workers walk less. Smart layouts save time every day.","Fast-selling items should be storedā¦",["Near packing","Far away","On the roof"],0],["Shipping & warehouses","Pick, pack, ship","Warehouse orders move through picking (grabbing items), packing, and shipping. Errors at any step mean unhappy customers.","Picking meansā¦",["Grabbing items for an order","Choosing a team","Painting boxes"],0],["Shipping & warehouses","Distribution centers","Distribution centers receive big shipments and send smaller ones to stores or customers. They sit near major highways.","Distribution centersā¦",["Break big shipments into smaller ones","Make products","Sell tickets"],0],["Shipping & warehouses","Cross-docking","Cross-docking moves goods straight from incoming trucks to outgoing ones with little storage. It speeds delivery.","Cross-docking reducesā¦",["Storage time","Speed","Trucks"],0],["Shipping & warehouses","Last-mile delivery","The last mile, getting packages to doorsteps, is often the most expensive part of shipping.","The most expensive part of shipping is oftenā¦",["The last mile","The first factory","The label"],0],["Shipping & warehouses","Route optimization","Software can plan delivery routes that save fuel and time. Small savings add up across thousands of trips.","Route optimization savesā¦",["Fuel and time","Only paperwork","Only packaging"],0],["Shipping & warehouses","Reverse logistics","Reverse logistics handles returns, repairs, and recycling. Itās a growing part of online shopping.","Reverse logistics handlesā¦",["Returns and recycling","Only new orders","Advertising"],0],["Shipping & warehouses","Warehouse safety","Warehouses have forklifts, heavy loads, and high shelves. Training and clear walkways prevent injuries.","Warehouse safety depends onā¦",["Training and clear walkways","Speed above all","Fewer workers"],0],["Risk & strategy","Supply chain visibility","Visibility means knowing where products are at every step. Tracking tools help spot delays early.","Supply chain visibility helpsā¦",["Spot delays early","Hide problems","Slow shipping"],0],["Risk & strategy","Risk mapping","Risk mapping lists suppliers, routes, and places that could fail, and how bad it would be. It guides backup plans.","Risk mapping helps planā¦",["Backups","Parties","Logos"],0],["Risk & strategy","Natural disasters","Earthquakes, floods, and storms can shut factories and ports. Spreading suppliers across regions lowers the risk.","To lower disaster risk, spread suppliers acrossā¦",["Different regions","One building","One street"],0],["Risk & strategy","Resilience vs. efficiency","Lean supply chains are cheap but fragile. Resilient ones keep extra cushions. Good managers balance both.","A very lean supply chain isā¦",["Cheap but fragile","Expensive and unbreakable","Impossible"],0],["Risk & strategy","Sales and operations planning","S&OP is a regular meeting where sales, operations, and finance agree on one plan. It prevents teams from working against each other.","S&OP brings togetherā¦",["Sales, operations, and finance","Only lawyers","Only customers"],0],["Risk & strategy","KPIs in supply chain","Common KPIs include on-time delivery, fill rate, inventory turnover, and cost per order.","On-time delivery rate is aā¦",["Supply chain KPI","Tax form","Truck brand"],0],["Risk & strategy","Fill rate","Fill rate is the share of customer orders shipped complete from stock. 95 of 100 orders filled is a 95% fill rate.","95 of 100 orders filled complete is a fill rate ofā¦",["95%","5%","100%"],0],["Risk & strategy","Sustainability","Supply chains create a lot of pollution. Fuller trucks, better routes, and less packaging help cut it.","Which helps cut supply chain pollution?",["Fuller trucks and better routes","Empty trucks","More packaging"],0],["Risk & strategy","Automation and robots","Warehouses use robots to move and pick items. They speed things up but need upkeep and trained staff.","Warehouse robots needā¦",["Upkeep and trained staff","Nothing ever","No power"],0],["Risk & strategy","Data and AI","Data tools predict demand and spot problems. They work best when people check the results.","Data tools work best whenā¦",["People check the results","Nobody looks","They run alone forever"],0],["Risk & strategy","Crisis response","When a disruption hits, top managers communicate fast, use backups, and prioritize the most critical orders.","In a disruption, prioritizeā¦",["The most critical orders","The oldest orders","The cheapest orders"],0],["Risk & strategy","Global trade","Trade agreements, tariffs, and politics shape where companies buy and sell. Supply chain pros follow the news.","Why do supply chain pros follow the news?",["Trade rules and events affect costs","For gossip","They donāt"],0],["Risk & strategy","Careers in supply chain","Roles include buyer, planner, logistics coordinator, and warehouse manager. Certifications like APICS CPIM or CSCP help.","Which is a supply chain role?",["Demand planner","Movie critic","Pilot"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"ā Ship stuck","s":"A container ship carrying a big order is stuck at a crowded port.","c":[["Tell customers early and use safety stock or a backup",7,25,0,2,"Early warnings and backups protect trust."],["Wait a few days, since the port might clear soon",-8,0,-3,0,"Surprises on delivery day anger customers."],["Fly everything in so no customer is late",-2,5,-2,1,"It works, but the cost hurts profit."]]},{"t":"š Cheap new factory","s":"A supplier offers half-price products, but wonāt let you visit the factory.","c":[["Require a factory inspection first",7,25,0,2,"Hidden factories can mean unsafe or unfair labor."],["Sign the deal, since half price is hard to pass up",-10,0,-3,0,"Cheap deals with no visibility often hide problems."],["Start with a small order and skip the questions for now",-5,0,-1,0,"Small amounts still support bad practices."]]},{"t":"š Sudden demand spike","s":"A product goes viral and orders triple overnight.","c":[["Ship from safety stock and place a backup order",6,20,2,2,"Cushions and backups let you ride the wave."],["Promise fast delivery to everyone and catch up later",-8,0,-2,0,"Promises you canāt keep cause cancellations."],["Pause new orders until youāre sure you can keep up",-3,5,-1,1,"Safe, but you leave money on the table."]]},{"t":"š§ Freezer failure","s":"A warehouse freezer breaks overnight with food inside.","c":[["Check food safety and throw out anything unsafe",7,25,0,2,"Food safety comes first, always."],["Sell what still looks and smells fine",-14,0,-4,0,"Unsafe food can make people sick and bring lawsuits."],["Send it to a store quickly and donāt mention the outage",-10,0,-3,0,"Hiding a problem makes it far worse."]]},{"t":"š Bad forecast","s":"Your team ordered way too many winter coats. Spring is coming.","c":[["Discount them smartly and fix how you forecast",5,20,0,2,"Learning from a miss beats repeating it."],["Store them until next winter and sell them then",-5,0,-2,0,"Storage costs money every month."],["Make it clear the sales team gave the wrong numbers",-6,0,-1,0,"Blame doesnāt fix forecasts."]]},{"t":"š± Greener option","s":"A cleaner shipping option costs a bit more but cuts pollution.","c":[["Use it where it makes sense and track the impact",5,20,0,2,"Smart sustainability can save money long-term and win customers."],["Pass on it, since keeping costs low comes first",-2,5,0,1,"Many customers and partners care about this now."],["Market yourself as fully green to win eco-minded buyers",-10,0,-3,0,"Fake green claims are called greenwashing and can bring fines."]]}],"rk":[["Logistics Intern","Local Freight Co.","šŖ",2,2],["Logistics Coordinator","Local Freight Co.","šŖ",3,3],["Supply Chain Analyst","FastLane Logistics","š",4,3],["Supply Chain Manager","FastLane Logistics","š",5,4],["Director of Operations","Global Ports Group","š¢",6,5],["Chief Supply Chain Officer","World Supply Co.","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Rookie","š¦ Box Mover","š Route Planner","š Logistics Whiz","š Supply Master","š Supply Chain Icon"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds more fun?","Negotiating with suppliers","b","Optimizing delivery routes","l"],["Which would you rather do?","Predict how much will sell","p","Visit a factory overseas","b"],["Pick a project","Plan a warehouse layout","l","Build a sales forecast","p"],["What fits you better?","Puzzles with maps and schedules","l","Puzzles with numbers and trends","p"],["Which do you enjoy more?","Making deals","b","Keeping things running smoothly","l"]],"r":{"b":["Buyer or procurement specialist","You like deals and relationships. Procurement pros choose suppliers and negotiate prices."],"l":["Logistics coordinator","You love routes and timing. Logistics pros manage warehouses, trucks, and shipping."],"p":["Demand planner","You like predicting the future with data. Demand planners forecast how much to make and stock."]}},"about":{"does":"Supply chain managers make sure products get made and delivered on time and at a reasonable cost. They choose suppliers, plan inventory, pick shipping methods, and solve problems when things go wrong.","day":["Check where todayās shipments are","Call a supplier about a delay","Plan inventory for next season","Meet with sales about demand forecasts"],"skills":["Planning and organization","Problem-solving under pressure","Negotiation","Working with data and spreadsheets"],"path":"Many study supply chain, business, or engineering. Entry jobs include logistics coordinator, buyer, and planning analyst. Certifications like APICS CPIM or CSCP can help later.","real":"Real supply chains involve thousands of parts, contracts, and partners. The game turns them into a simple yearly result for practice."},"twist":{"k":"meter","name":"On-time rate","emo":"ā±ļø","desc":"Your on-time delivery rate rises with reliable plans and smart calls. A high rate boosts every companyās results; a low one drags them down.","how":"You track an On-time rate from 0 to 100. Good-fit years and great obstacle calls raise it. Bad calls and rough years lower it. Above 50, every company gets a bonus. Below 50, a penalty.","hi":"Deliveries are landing like clockwork!","lo":"Late shipments are piling up.","achName":"Clockwork","achDesc":"Have 3 years with 85+ average fit"},"tips":["Critical products need safety stock and a backup supplier.","Always keep each companyās minimum in Safety stock.","Keep just-in-time from one supplier at 25% or less.","Trendy or low-cost brands can use cheaper shipping, but not all of it."],"f":"biz","task":{"emo":"š¦","name":"Reorder point","gen":"reorder_calc","how":"Each year you calculate when a warehouse should reorder, so it never runs out."},"cast":{"scene":"šļø š¼ š ā š¢","boss":["Ms. Okafor","š©š¾āš¼","the company VP"],"buddy":["Leo","š§š»āš¼","your work buddy"],"rival":["Blake","š§š¼āš¼","the rival hotshot"]},"play":{"k":"crew","u":"š§āš¼","pot":"š²","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Northline Logistics Ā· Control Tower","h":[6,18],"m":["š¦ On-time delivery","šµ Costs","š¤ Partners"],"t":[["c","š¢ Port alert","Ships stuck at port","A storm closed the port. 3,000 orders will be a week late.",[["Reroute urgent orders by air, tell customers honestly, and update the plan",[10,-6,8],"Prioritize what matters most and communicate early.",2],["Ship every delayed order by air so no customer has to wait",[12,-18,4],"Way too expensive for non-urgent items.",1],["Wait for the port to reopen before telling customers anything",[-12,4,-12],"Customers hate surprises.",0]]],["n","Reorder point","A store sells 40 units a day. New stock takes 5 days to arrive. At what stock level should you reorder (no safety stock)?",200,0,"units","40 Ć 5 = 200. Reorder when you hit 200 so you donāt run out while waiting.",0],["o","Order to doorstep","Put the steps in order.",["Customer places order","Warehouse picks the items","Items are packed","Carrier picks up the box","Delivered to customer"],"Supply chain managers track every handoff.",0],["b","Which shipping?","Pick the best way to ship.",["āļø Air","š¢ Ocean","š Truck"],[["Life-saving medicine across the country, urgent",0],["10,000 couches from overseas, no rush",1],["Groceries to stores 200 miles away",2],["Phones for a launch next week from overseas",0],["Steel from Asia to the U.S.",1]],"Air is fast and expensive, ocean is cheap and slow, and trucks handle regional trips.",1],["s","Supplier report","Tap the red flags.",[["Delivers on time 98% of the time",0],["Uses child labor at one factory",1],["Prices up 2% this year",0],["Failed 3 safety inspections",1],["Only one factory, no backup",1]],"Ethics, safety, and backup plans protect the supply chain.",2],["q","Supply chain risk?","Rapid round",["ā ļø Risk","ā
Safe"],[["One supplier for a key part",0],["Two suppliers in different countries",1],["Hurricane season near your port",0],["Extra safety stock on top sellers",1],["No tracking on shipments",0]],"Good managers plan for disruption before it happens.",1],["c","š Supplier","Cheaper but slower","A new supplier is 20% cheaper but delivers 2 weeks slower.",[["Test them on a small, non-urgent order first",[4,8,6],"Trial runs reduce risk.",2],["Switch all orders to the new supplier now to lock in the savings",[-10,14,-4],"Savings disappear if stores run out.",0],["Turn down the offer since your current supplier has never let you down",[0,-4,0],"You might miss real savings.",1]]]]}},"dealmakers":{"id":"dealmakers","title":"Deal Makers š¦","role":"Investment Banker","tag":"Big deals. Bigger responsibility.","emo":["š¦","š¤","š¼"],"unit":"$","bigA":5000000,"newsName":"Wall Street wire","th":{"a":"#1d4fd6","b":"#00b3a6","g1":"#d6e2ff","g2":"#ccf5f0","ad":"#6b93ff","d1":"#0b1d5a","d2":"#0b4a45"},"pitch":"Split your teamās effort across each clientās deals, pitch for huge mandates, and see whether banking fits you.","goal":"help each client raise money or close deals safely, and keep their trust.","w":{"cl":"client","cls":"clients","Cl":"Client","val":"Deal value","total":"Deal value managed","alloc":"Deal plan","hor":"Timeline","trust":"Trust","mkt":"Deal markets"},"opts":[{"id":"dd","n":"š Due diligence","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Check every fact before anyone signs. Protects everyone."},{"id":"debt","n":"š§¾ Debt financing","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Help the client borrow money at good terms."},{"id":"ma","n":"š¤ Merger advising","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Find the right buyer or partner and negotiate."},{"id":"ipo","n":"š IPO launch","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Sell shares to the public. Huge if the market is hot."},{"id":"uni","n":"š¦ Hype-stock IPO","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"one":true,"d":"One buzzy company going public at a sky-high price."},{"id":"lev","n":"š„ Debt-fueled buyout","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"Buy a company with lots of borrowed money. Wild swings."}],"must":"dd","cases":[{"name":"Maple Family Farms š¾","story":"A family business that wants a safe loan to modernize.","amt":500000,"hor":"1 year","rl":1.5,"rh":2.6,"min":25,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"A conservative family business needs careful checks and simple debt."},{"name":"CloudNine Software āļø","story":"A hot tech company dreaming of going public.","amt":2000000,"hor":"IPO window","rl":3.4,"rh":4.7,"min":8,"maxLoss":35,"tip":"A growth company can aim for an IPO, but checks still matter."},{"name":"City Water Utility š§","story":"A public utility raising money for new pipes.","amt":1500000,"hor":"2 years","rl":1.6,"rh":2.7,"min":20,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Public projects need safe, steady financing, not gambles."},{"name":"Rival Burgers š","story":"Two restaurant chains want to merge.","amt":1200000,"hor":"1 year","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":15,"maxLoss":20,"tip":"Mergers need deep diligence, then strong negotiation."},{"name":"Neon Pharma š§Ŗ","story":"A drug company betting on one new medicine.","amt":1800000,"hor":"Trial results","rl":3,"rh":4.3,"min":15,"maxLoss":28,"tip":"High risk is part of pharma, but one hype bet shouldnāt be everything."},{"name":"Old Steel Co. š","story":"A struggling factory looking for a buyer to save jobs.","amt":900000,"hor":"Before cash runs out","rl":2,"rh":3.1,"min":20,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Struggling companies need careful deals, not risky debt."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Deal boom","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal year","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Rates rising","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Market meltdown","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["IPOs pop on their first day of trading","Companies race to merge before prices rise"],"normal":["Deal activity steady this quarter","Investors wait for clearer signals"],"rough":["Higher interest rates make borrowing pricey","Investors grow cautious about new stock"],"crash":["Stock markets plunge worldwide","Lenders stop lending almost overnight"]},"intro":[["Check before you sign","A deal built on bad information can blow up later. Due diligence protects your client and your reputation."],["Donāt ride one hype deal","One buzzy IPO can make headlines or crash on day one. Spread your effort."],["Fit the client","A family farm and a hot software company need very different deals."]],"ls":[["Banking basics","What investment bankers do","Investment bankers help companies and governments raise money (by selling stock or borrowing) and advise on big deals like mergers. Theyāre paid fees when deals close.","Investment bankers mainly help clientsā¦",["Raise money and do big deals","Open checking accounts","Fix their websites"],0],["Banking basics","Stocks vs. bonds","Selling stock means selling pieces of ownership. Issuing bonds means borrowing money that must be paid back with interest. Each has trade-offs.","Issuing a bond means the company isā¦",["Borrowing money","Selling ownership","Giving money away"],0],["Banking basics","The IPO","An IPO (initial public offering) is when a private company first sells shares to the public. Bankers help set the price and find buyers.","An IPO is when a companyā¦",["First sells shares to the public","Closes down","Buys a competitor"],0],["Deals","Mergers and acquisitions","A merger joins two companies. An acquisition is one company buying another. Bankers help value the companies and negotiate terms.","When one company buys another, itās calledā¦",["An acquisition","An IPO","A dividend"],0],["Deals","Valuation","Valuation estimates what a company is worth, often by comparing it to similar companies or projecting future cash. Overpaying is a classic deal mistake.","A common way to value a company isā¦",["Compare it to similar companies","Guess based on the logo","Count the employeesā shoes"],0],["Deals","Leverage","Leverage means using borrowed money. It can boost gains, but it also boosts losses and can sink a company if business slows.","Too much leverage canā¦",["Sink a company when business slows","Guarantee profits","Remove all risk"],0],["Rules","Insider trading","Using secret, important information about a company to trade its stock is insider trading, which is illegal. Bankers handle lots of secret info and must keep it private.","Trading stock using secret deal info isā¦",["Insider trading, which is illegal","Smart investing","Required"],0],["Rules","The hours","Junior bankers are known for very long hours, especially on live deals. The pay can be high, but so is the pressure. Many move to other finance jobs after a few years.","Junior banking is known forā¦",["Very long hours","Four-day weeks","No deadlines"],0],["Finance foundations","Time value of money","A dollar today is worth more than a dollar later, because todayās dollar can be invested and grow. This idea underlies most of finance.","Why is a dollar today worth more than a dollar next year?",["It can be invested and grow","Itās shinier","It isnāt"],0],["Finance foundations","Interest rates","Interest rates are the price of borrowing money. When rates rise, borrowing costs more and deals often slow down.","When interest rates rise, borrowingā¦",["Costs more","Costs less","Stops entirely"],0],["Finance foundations","Risk and return","Investors want higher returns for taking more risk. A risky startup must promise more than a safe government bond.","Riskier investments usually need to offerā¦",["Higher expected returns","Lower returns","No returns"],0],["Finance foundations","Revenue vs. profit","Revenue is total sales. Profit is whatās left after costs. A company can have huge revenue and still lose money.","A company with big sales but bigger costs hasā¦",["A loss","A profit","No revenue"],0],["Finance foundations","EBITDA","EBITDA stands for earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Bankers use it to compare operating earnings across companies, before financing and accounting choices.","EBITDA is used to compareā¦",["Operating earnings across companies","Employee ages","Office sizes"],0],["Finance foundations","Cash flow","Cash flow is money actually moving in and out. Investors care about cash because bills are paid with cash, not profits on paper.","Bills are paid withā¦",["Cash","Profit on paper","Ideas"],0],["Finance foundations","Discounting","Discounting turns future cash into todayās value by reducing it for time and risk. Money far in the future counts for less.","Discounting future cash makes it worthā¦",["Less today","More today","The same"],0],["Finance foundations","Discounted cash flow","A DCF model estimates a companyās value by forecasting its future cash flows and discounting them back to today.","A DCF values a company usingā¦",["Forecast future cash flows","Its logo","Its office"],0],["Finance foundations","Comparable companies","āCompsā value a company by looking at what similar public companies trade at, often as a multiple of earnings.","Comps compare a company toā¦",["Similar companies","Random companies","Its own past only"],0],["Finance foundations","Multiples","A multiple compares value to a measure like earnings. If similar companies are worth 10Ć earnings, a company earning $5M might be worth about $50M.","At 10Ć earnings, a company earning $3M might be worthā¦",["About $30M","$3M","$300M"],0],["Finance foundations","Enterprise value","Enterprise value is roughly the value of a companyās stock plus its debt, minus its cash. It shows what it would cost to buy the whole business.","Enterprise value roughly equalsā¦",["Stock value + debt ā cash","Revenue only","Number of employees"],0],["Finance foundations","Financial models","Bankers build spreadsheet models that link a companyās revenue, costs, and cash. Small input changes can move the answer a lot.","Small changes in model inputs canā¦",["Change the result a lot","Never matter","Delete the model"],0],["Finance foundations","Sensitivity tables","A sensitivity table shows how a valuation changes if key assumptions, like growth rate, go up or down.","A sensitivity table showsā¦",["How results change with assumptions","Office temperature","Team schedules"],0],["Capital markets","Equity capital markets","Equity capital markets (ECM) teams help companies raise money by selling stock, through IPOs or follow-on offerings.","ECM teams help companiesā¦",["Sell stock to raise money","Fix computers","Hire chefs"],0],["Capital markets","Debt capital markets","Debt capital markets (DCM) teams help companies and governments borrow by selling bonds to investors.","DCM teams help clientsā¦",["Sell bonds","Sell cars","Plan parties"],0],["Capital markets","Bond basics","A bond pays interest (the coupon) and returns the original amount at maturity. Safer borrowers pay lower interest.","A bondās coupon isā¦",["The interest it pays","A discount code","Its price tag"],0],["Capital markets","Credit ratings","Agencies rate how likely borrowers are to repay. Higher ratings mean lower borrowing costs.","A higher credit rating usually meansā¦",["Lower borrowing costs","Higher borrowing costs","No loans"],0],["Capital markets","Junk bonds","High-yield or ājunkā bonds come from riskier borrowers and pay higher interest to make up for that risk.","Junk bonds pay higher interest becauseā¦",["Theyāre riskier","Theyāre safer","Theyāre free"],0],["Capital markets","IPO roadshow","Before an IPO, executives and bankers meet big investors on a āroadshowā to explain the company and gauge demand.","An IPO roadshow isā¦",["Meetings to pitch investors","A car race","A concert tour"],0],["Capital markets","Bookbuilding","During bookbuilding, bankers collect orders from investors at different prices to help set the final IPO price.","Bookbuilding helps setā¦",["The IPO price","Office hours","The CEOās salary"],0],["Capital markets","Underwriting","When banks underwrite a deal, they help sell the securities and sometimes take on risk if not all are sold.","Underwriting a stock sale means the bankā¦",["Helps sell it and may take risk","Builds the office","Writes ads"],0],["Capital markets","IPO pop","If a stock jumps a lot on its first day, the company may have left money on the table by pricing too low.","A huge first-day jump may mean the IPO wasā¦",["Priced too low","Priced perfectly","Canceled"],0],["Capital markets","Lock-up periods","After an IPO, insiders often canāt sell shares for a set time, commonly around six months. This prevents a sudden flood of selling.","Lock-up periods stop insiders fromā¦",["Selling right after the IPO","Buying lunch","Working"],0],["Capital markets","Market windows","Deals happen more easily when markets are calm and rising. Bankers watch for good āwindowsā to launch.","Bankers prefer to launch deals when markets areā¦",["Calm and rising","Crashing","Closed"],0],["Capital markets","Secondary offerings","A company already public can sell more shares later in a follow-on offering. It raises cash but can dilute existing owners.","A follow-on offering canā¦",["Dilute existing owners","Cancel all shares","Pay no money"],0],["Capital markets","SPACs","A SPAC is a shell company that raises money and then merges with a private company to take it public. They boomed and then cooled off.","A SPAC isā¦",["A shell company that merges to take a firm public","A type of bond","A bank branch"],0],["M&A","Strategic vs. financial buyers","Strategic buyers are companies in the same industry. Financial buyers, like private equity firms, buy companies as investments.","A private equity firm buying a company is aā¦",["Financial buyer","Strategic buyer","Government"],0],["M&A","Synergies","Synergies are savings or extra revenue from combining two companies. Buyers often overestimate them.","Synergies areā¦",["Benefits from combining companies","Taxes","Fees"],0],["M&A","Sell-side process","On the sell side, bankers prepare materials, contact possible buyers, run bids, and help the seller pick the best offer.","Sell-side bankers helpā¦",["Sell a company","Buy groceries","Write code"],0],["M&A","Buy-side advising","On the buy side, bankers help a client find targets, value them, and negotiate a fair price.","Buy-side bankers help clientsā¦",["Buy companies at fair prices","Sell their homes","Find jobs"],0],["M&A","Confidentiality agreements","Before sharing secret data, buyers sign a confidentiality agreement (NDA). Leaks can hurt the seller.","An NDA protectsā¦",["Confidential information","Public news","Ads"],0],["M&A","The data room","A data room is a secure place, often online, where buyers review a sellerās documents during diligence.","A data room holdsā¦",["Documents for diligence","Only signed contracts","Only the bankās fees"],0],["M&A","Letters of intent","A letter of intent (LOI) outlines the main deal terms before the final contract. It shows serious interest.","An LOI outlinesā¦",["Main deal terms","Job offers","Tax refunds"],0],["M&A","Premiums","Buyers usually pay a premium over a public companyās current stock price to convince shareholders to sell.","An acquisition premium isā¦",["Paying above the current price","A discount","A fee to the bank"],0],["M&A","Stock vs. cash deals","Buyers can pay in cash, their own stock, or both. Stock deals share risk with the sellerās shareholders.","In a stock deal, the seller getsā¦",["Shares in the buyer","Only cash","Debt from the buyer"],0],["M&A","Antitrust","Regulators can block mergers that would reduce competition too much and hurt customers.","Regulators may block a merger thatā¦",["Reduces competition too much","Creates jobs","Lowers prices"],0],["M&A","Fairness opinions","A fairness opinion is a bankās view on whether a deal price is fair to shareholders. Boards often ask for one.","A fairness opinion says whetherā¦",["A deal price is fair","A logo is nice","An office is clean"],0],["M&A","Integration","After a merger, integrating teams, systems, and cultures is hard. Many deals disappoint because integration goes badly.","Many mergers disappoint because ofā¦",["Poor integration","Too much success","Low fees"],0],["M&A","Leveraged buyouts","In a leveraged buyout (LBO), a buyer uses lots of borrowed money to buy a company, paying the debt back from the companyās cash flow.","An LBO is funded largely withā¦",["Borrowed money","Donations","Free shares"],0],["Career & rules","Pitch books","A pitch book is a presentation bankers use to win clients. It shows ideas, valuations, and the bankās track record.","A pitch book is used toā¦",["Win clients","Order food","Train pilots"],0],["Career & rules","Coverage vs. product groups","Coverage bankers focus on industries, like tech or healthcare. Product groups specialize in deal types, like M&A or debt.","An M&A team is aā¦",["Product group","Coverage group","HR team"],0],["Career & rules","Analyst life","Analysts build models and slides and check every number. The hours are long, but they learn fast.","Banking analysts mainlyā¦",["Build models and slides","Run the bank","Only make coffee"],0],["Career & rules","Attention to detail","One wrong number in a model or slide can embarrass a bank in front of a client. Checking work is essential.","Why double-check every number?",["One error can embarrass the bank","Itās optional","Clients donāt read"],0],["Career & rules","Regulators","In the US, the SEC oversees securities markets, and FINRA oversees broker-dealers. Bankers often need licenses.","The SEC overseesā¦",["Securities markets","Food safety","Roads"],0],["Career & rules","Licensing exams","Many US bankers must pass exams like the SIE and Series 79 to work on deals.","Bankers often must passā¦",["Licensing exams","Driving tests only","No tests"],0],["Career & rules","Information barriers","Banks keep āwallsā between teams with secret deal info and teams that trade, to prevent misuse.","Information barriers preventā¦",["Misuse of secret deal info","Teamwork","Lunch"],0],["Career & rules","Conflicts of interest","A bank advising both sides of a deal, or with its own stake, has a conflict. These must be disclosed and managed.","Conflicts of interest must beā¦",["Disclosed and managed","Hidden","Ignored"],0],["Career & rules","Market manipulation","Spreading false info to move a stock price is market manipulation, which is illegal.","Spreading false rumors to move a stock isā¦",["Market manipulation","Research","Marketing"],0],["Career & rules","The 2008 financial crisis","In 2008, risky mortgage-backed securities and too much borrowing helped cause a global crisis. It led to stricter banking rules.","The 2008 crisis led toā¦",["Stricter banking rules","No changes","Free money for all"],0],["Career & rules","Exit opportunities","Many bankers later move to private equity, hedge funds, corporate finance, or startups.","After banking, many people move toā¦",["Private equity or corporate finance","Only retail banking","Only tax preparation"],0],["Career & rules","Networking for banking","Banking recruiting is competitive. Students network with alumni, join finance clubs, and land internships early.","Students breaking into banking oftenā¦",["Network and land internships","Wait to be called","Skip school"],0],["Career & rules","Reputation","A bankās reputation is its biggest asset. Clients hire banks they trust to give honest advice.","A bankās biggest asset isā¦",["Its reputation","Its furniture","Its logo"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š¤« Hot tip from a deal","s":"A friend asks if they should buy stock in the company youāre secretly helping get acquired.","c":[["Say nothing about the deal",8,25,0,2,"Sharing deal secrets for trading is illegal."],["Hint that it could be a good time to look at that stock",-14,0,-5,0,"Tipping someone off is insider trading."],["Buy a few shares yourself since you know itās solid",-16,0,-5,0,"Thatās a crime that ends careers."]]},{"t":"š Messy numbers","s":"During diligence you find the sellerās profits were overstated.","c":[["Flag it to your client and renegotiate",8,25,0,2,"Finding problems before signing is the whole point."],["Move on, since the deal is almost signed",-12,0,-4,0,"Hidden problems turn into lawsuits."],["Note it briefly in an appendix of the report",-6,0,-2,0,"Burying bad news still misleads."]]},{"t":"š 3 a.m. deadline","s":"Your team has worked all night and a key model still has errors.","c":[["Ask for one more day to get it right",6,20,0,2,"A short delay beats a deal built on wrong numbers."],["Send it now and fix the errors in a later version",-8,0,-3,0,"Wrong numbers can cost clients millions."],["Tell the client the analyst made the mistakes",-6,0,-1,0,"Leaders take responsibility."]]},{"t":"š¤ Pitch pressure","s":"To win a client, your boss wants you to promise a sky-high IPO price.","c":[["Give an honest price range",7,25,0,2,"Overpromising leads to a busted deal and angry clients."],["Promise the high price to win the client",-8,5,-2,0,"If the IPO prices lower, trust is gone."],["Say whatever price wins the client today",-10,0,-3,0,"Short-term wins can cost long-term reputation."]]},{"t":"š„ Market panic","s":"Markets drop sharply right before a clientās stock sale.","c":[["Advise waiting until the market calms",7,20,0,2,"Pulling or delaying a deal can protect the client."],["Push the sale through as planned",-7,5,-3,0,"Selling into a panic can mean a terrible price."],["Wait to call the client back until you have good news",-10,0,-2,0,"Clients need you most in bad markets."]]},{"t":"š§āš¤āš§ Team burnout","s":"Two analysts are exhausted and making mistakes.","c":[["Rebalance the work and protect their time off",6,20,1,2,"Healthy teams make fewer costly errors."],["Remind them long hours come with the job",-5,0,-1,0,"Burnout leads to mistakes and people quitting."],["Give them more deals so they build stamina",-8,0,-2,0,"More work isnāt a cure for exhaustion."]]}],"rk":[["Summer Analyst","Regional Capital","šŖ",2,2],["Analyst","Regional Capital","šŖ",3,3],["Associate","Harbor Partners","ā",4,3],["Vice President","Harbor Partners","ā",5,4],["Director","Summit Securities","šļø",6,5],["Managing Director","Apex Global Bank","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Rookie","š Spreadsheet Grinder","š Deal Runner","š Closer","š Rainmaker","š Wall Street Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds more fun?","Building a model of a companyās future","a","Pitching a CEO on a deal","c"],["Which would you rather do?","Run a stock-trading desk","t","Negotiate a merger","c"],["Pick a vibe","Fast decisions with live markets","t","Long projects with big payoffs","a"],["What fits you better?","Numbers and spreadsheets","a","Persuasion and networking","c"],["Which do you enjoy more?","Quick reactions","t","Deep research","a"]],"r":{"a":["Financial analyst","You love digging into numbers. Analysts build models and value companies."],"c":["Deal banker","You enjoy persuasion and big negotiations. Senior bankers win clients and lead deals."],"t":["Sales and trading","You like speed and live markets. Traders buy and sell securities all day."]}},"about":{"does":"Investment bankers help companies and governments raise money and advise them on big transactions like mergers, acquisitions, and IPOs.","day":["Update a financial model","Research companies that could be buyers","Build a pitch deck for a client meeting","Join calls with lawyers and accountants on a live deal"],"skills":["Financial modeling and Excel","Attention to detail","Working under pressure","Clear writing and presenting"],"path":"Most start as analysts right after college, often in finance, economics, or math. Internships are very competitive. Many later move to private equity or corporate roles.","real":"Real deals take months and involve teams of lawyers, accountants, and regulators. The game simplifies it into yearly random results."},"twist":{"k":"deal","name":"Big pitch","emo":"š¤","ask":"A huge client is choosing a bank this year. How do you pitch?","o":[["Play it safe: solid track record","likely win, small reward",0.75,15,2,2],["Balanced: smart ideas plus proof","medium odds, medium reward",0.5,35,5,5],["Go bold: promise a blockbuster deal","long shot, big reward",0.25,70,10,10]],"winMsg":"Your bank won the mandate!","loseMsg":"Another bank won it.","desc":"Each year you pitch for one big mandate. Better fit across your clients raises your odds.","how":"Every year you pick how to pitch for a big new mandate: safe, balanced, or bold. Bolder pitches are less likely to win but pay more XP and boost one clientās deal value. Losing costs trust. Your average fit and your rank raise the odds.","achName":"Mandate machine","achDesc":"Win 3 big pitches"},"tips":["Conservative clients need diligence and simple debt.","Always keep each clientās minimum in Due diligence.","Keep the hype IPO at 25% or less.","Growth companies can aim for IPOs when the market is hot."],"f":"biz","task":{"emo":"š","name":"Value the company","gen":"valuation_calc","how":"Each year you estimate a client companyās value using a multiple of its earnings."},"cast":{"scene":"šļø š¼ š ā š¢","boss":["Ms. Okafor","š©š¾āš¼","the company VP"],"buddy":["Leo","š§š»āš¼","your work buddy"],"rival":["Blake","š§š¼āš¼","the rival hotshot"]},"play":{"k":"sliders","u":"š§āš¼","pot":"š²","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Harbor Capital Ā· Investment Banking","h":[8,23],"m":["š¼ Deal quality","ā±ļø Deadlines","š¤ Client trust"],"t":[["n","Company value","A company earns $10 million profit a year. Similar companies sell for 12 times profit. Whatās it worth?",120,0,"million dollars","$10M Ć 12 = $120 million. Bankers value companies using multiples like this.",0],["s","Pitch book check","Tap the errors before it goes to the client.",[["Revenue chart labeled with the right years",0],["Clientās name spelled wrong on the cover",1],["Growth rate 300% (should be 30%)",1],["Sources listed for market data",0],["A slide still has a competitorās logo from an old deck",1]],"Small errors in a pitch can lose a deal. Junior bankers check everything.",0],["c","š§āš¼ Your managing director","Inside information","A friend asks if he should buy stock in a company youāre secretly helping get bought.",[["Say nothing about the deal and report the request to compliance if needed",[12,0,10],"Sharing inside information is illegal insider trading.",2],["Give him a small hint without naming the company, since heās a friend",[-20,0,-16],"Thatās insider trading. People go to prison for this.",0],["Tell him buying a little stock is fine as long as he doesnāt tell anyone",[-20,0,-16],"Still illegal.",0]]],["o","Selling a company","Order the deal process.",["Value the company","Prepare marketing materials","Contact possible buyers","Collect offers","Negotiate and sign","Close the deal"],"M&A deals follow a clear process over months.",1],["c","š© Client CEO","Two offers","Buyer A offers more money. Buyer B offers less but promises to keep all employees.",[["Lay out the trade-offs clearly so the client can choose based on their goals",[8,0,12],"Bankers advise; clients decide.",2],["Recommend Offer A, since more money is almost always the better deal",[0,0,-14],"Putting your fee first breaks trust.",0],["Tell the client both offers are about the same, so pick either one",[-6,0,-6],"It matters a lot to the employees.",0]]],["q","Debt or equity?","Rapid round: is it debt or equity?",["š¦ Debt","š Equity"],[["A bank loan",0],["Selling shares",1],["Corporate bonds",0],["Venture capital investment",1],["A credit line",0]],"Companies raise money by borrowing (debt) or selling ownership (equity).",0],["c","ā° 1 AM","Model due at 8 AM","You found an error in a model the client already saw.",[["Fix it and tell your boss right away so the client gets the right numbers",[12,-4,8],"Owning mistakes early saves the deal and your reputation.",2],["Leave it, since the difference is small and the client already saw it",[-16,4,-12],"Bad numbers can sink a deal.",0],["Fix it and mention the analyst who built the model made the error",[-4,0,-10],"Blame doesnāt fix anything.",0]]]]}},"sold":{"id":"sold","title":"Sold! š”","role":"Real Estate Agent","tag":"Find the home. Close the deal.","emo":["š”","š","š"],"unit":"$","bigA":3000000,"newsName":"Housing news","th":{"a":"#d6336c","b":"#f08c00","g1":"#ffd6e4","g2":"#ffe8c2","ad":"#ff6b9a","d1":"#4a0b26","d2":"#4a2a05"},"pitch":"Split your time and marketing across each market, win bidding wars, and see whether real estate fits you.","goal":"help buyers and sellers make good moves and grow your sales, while keeping your clientsā trust.","w":{"cl":"market","cls":"markets","Cl":"Market","val":"Sales volume","total":"Sales volume","alloc":"Time plan","hor":"Season","trust":"Client trust","mkt":"The housing market"},"opts":[{"id":"ref","n":"š§ Past-client referrals","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Old clients send friends your way. Slow but loyal."},{"id":"start","n":"šļø Starter homes","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"First-time buyers. Always in demand."},{"id":"condo","n":"šļø City condos","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Popular with young buyers, sensitive to rates."},{"id":"open","n":"šŖ§ Open-house blitz","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Lots of showings and ads. Great when buyers are out."},{"id":"lux","n":"š° One luxury mansion","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"one":true,"d":"One huge listing. Massive commission, few buyers."},{"id":"flip","n":"šØ Fixer-upper flips","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"Buy, renovate, resell. Big profit or big loss."}],"must":"ref","cases":[{"name":"Oak Street Suburbs š³","story":"Families who move once a decade and trust word of mouth.","amt":800000,"hor":"Spring","rl":1.6,"rh":2.7,"min":25,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Family neighborhoods run on referrals and starter homes."},{"name":"Downtown Lofts šļø","story":"Young professionals buying their first condo.","amt":1200000,"hor":"All year","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":10,"maxLoss":20,"tip":"Condos and open houses work here, but keep referrals going."},{"name":"Lakeside Retirees š¶","story":"Retirees downsizing who want a calm, honest agent.","amt":900000,"hor":"Summer","rl":1.5,"rh":2.5,"min":28,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Retirees value trust over flash. Referrals matter most."},{"name":"Hilltop Estates š°","story":"Big homes, rich buyers, and long sales times.","amt":2500000,"hor":"1 year","rl":3,"rh":4.4,"min":10,"maxLoss":30,"tip":"Luxury markets can justify a big listing, but not all your time."},{"name":"Riverside Fixer-Uppers š§","story":"An up-and-coming area full of old houses.","amt":700000,"hor":"1 year","rl":3.2,"rh":4.6,"min":8,"maxLoss":30,"tip":"Flips can pay off here, but theyāre risky."},{"name":"College Town š","story":"Investors buying small rentals near campus.","amt":600000,"hor":"Before fall","rl":2.2,"rh":3.4,"min":15,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Steady rental demand. Balance starter homes and condos."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Hot market","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal year","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Rates rising","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Housing slump","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["Homes sell within days of listing","Mortgage rates drop to a three-year low"],"normal":["Home prices hold steady","Buyers take their time this season"],"rough":["Mortgage rates climb again","Buyers back out as prices stretch budgets"],"crash":["Home prices fall for the first time in years","Banks tighten lending sharply"]},"intro":[["Referrals are gold","Happy past clients send their friends. That steady business keeps you going in slow years."],["Donāt hang everything on one mansion","A single luxury listing can take a year to sell, or never sell."],["Fit the market","Retirees downsizing and investors flipping houses need different approaches."]],"ls":[["Real estate basics","What agents do","Real estate agents help people buy and sell homes. They price homes, market listings, show houses, negotiate offers, and guide clients through paperwork.","Which is part of an agentās job?",["Negotiating offers","Building the house","Setting mortgage rates"],0],["Real estate basics","Commission","Most agents earn a commission, a percent of the sale price, shared with their brokerage. The buyerās agentās pay is agreed on separately and may be paid by the seller or the buyer. No sale, no paycheck.","Agents are usually paidā¦",["A commission when a home sells","A fixed salary no matter what","By the hour"],0],["Real estate basics","Pricing a home","Agents price homes using comps: recent sales of similar homes nearby. Overpricing makes a home sit; underpricing leaves money behind.","What are comps?",["Recent sales of similar nearby homes","Computer programs","Compliments"],0],["Money","Mortgages and rates","Most buyers borrow with a mortgage. When interest rates rise, monthly payments rise too, so fewer people can afford homes.","When mortgage rates rise, buyers usuallyā¦",["Can afford less","Can afford more","Donāt care"],0],["Money","Closing costs","Buying a home comes with extra costs like inspections, fees, and taxes, often called closing costs. Agents help buyers plan for them.","Closing costs areā¦",["Extra fees when buying a home","The price of the house","Free"],0],["Ethics","Fair housing","In the US, the Fair Housing Act makes it illegal to discriminate in housing based on race, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or family status. Agents must treat every client fairly.","The Fair Housing Act bansā¦",["Discrimination in housing","Selling homes in winter","Open houses"],0],["Ethics","Disclosure","Sellers usually must disclose known problems like leaks or mold. Hiding them can lead to lawsuits.","A seller knows the roof leaks. They shouldā¦",["Disclose it","Paint over it","Hope nobody asks"],0],["Strategy","Inspections","A home inspection checks for hidden problems before buying. Skipping it to win a bidding war can save time but risks big surprises.","Why get an inspection?",["To find hidden problems","To pick paint colors","To raise the price"],0],["Licensing & roles","Agents vs. brokers","An agent is licensed to help buy and sell property but usually works under a broker. A broker has more training and can run their own firm.","Real estate agents usually work underā¦",["A broker","A mayor","A bank teller"],0],["Licensing & roles","Realtors","āRealtorā is a trademark for members of the National Association of Realtors, who agree to follow its code of ethics.","A Realtor isā¦",["A member of the National Association of Realtors","Any home seller","A builder"],0],["Licensing & roles","Getting licensed","Each US state sets its own licensing rules, usually a course plus an exam. Agents must renew licenses and take continuing education.","Real estate licenses are set byā¦",["Each state","One global office","Banks"],0],["Licensing & roles","Buyerās agents","A buyerās agent helps someone find a home, make offers, and negotiate. Their duty is to the buyer.","A buyerās agent works forā¦",["The buyer","The seller","The bank"],0],["Licensing & roles","Listing agents","A listing agent represents the seller: pricing the home, marketing it, and negotiating offers.","A listing agent works forā¦",["The seller","The buyer","The inspector"],0],["Licensing & roles","Dual agency","Dual agency is when one agent represents both sides. Itās restricted or banned in some states because of conflicts of interest.","Dual agency can createā¦",["A conflict of interest","Free homes","No paperwork"],0],["Licensing & roles","Fiduciary duty","Agents owe their clients duties like loyalty, honesty, and confidentiality. Their clientās interests come first.","Fiduciary duty means puttingā¦",["The clientās interests first","Your commission first","The other side first"],0],["Licensing & roles","Listing agreements","A listing agreement is a contract between a seller and their agent. It sets the price, length, and commission.","A listing agreement setsā¦",["Price, length, and commission","Paint colors","Mortgage rates"],0],["Licensing & roles","Buyer agreements","Many buyers now sign written agreements with their agent that explain services and pay before touring homes.","A buyer agreement explainsā¦",["The agentās services and pay","The homeās age","The weather"],0],["Licensing & roles","MLS","The Multiple Listing Service (MLS) is a shared database of homes for sale that agents use to find and share listings.","The MLS isā¦",["A shared listing database","A mortgage type","A tax"],0],["Licensing & roles","Teams and brokerages","Agents can work solo, on teams, or at large brokerages. Each affects support, branding, and commission splits.","Commission splits are shared betweenā¦",["Agents and their brokerages","Buyers and sellers","Agents and lenders"],0],["Licensing & roles","Self-employment","Many agents are independent contractors. They pay their own expenses and taxes and donāt get a steady paycheck.","Many real estate agents areā¦",["Independent contractors","Government employees","Unpaid volunteers"],0],["Licensing & roles","Specialties","Agents may specialize in first-time buyers, luxury homes, rentals, land, or commercial property.","Commercial real estate deals withā¦",["Offices, stores, and warehouses","Only houses","Cars"],0],["Selling homes","Pricing strategy","Pricing slightly below market can spark multiple offers; overpricing can make a listing go stale.","An overpriced home oftenā¦",["Sits on the market","Sells instantly","Gets free upgrades"],0],["Selling homes","Comparative market analysis","A comparative market analysis (CMA) uses recent nearby sales to suggest a listing price.","A CMA is used toā¦",["Suggest a listing price","Get a mortgage","Set the inspection date"],0],["Selling homes","Home staging","Staging arranges furniture and decor so buyers can picture living there. Staged homes often photograph better.","Staging helps buyersā¦",["Picture living in the home","Find the bank","Skip inspections"],0],["Selling homes","Listing photos","Most buyers start online, so bright, accurate photos matter. Misleading edits break trust.","Listing photos should beā¦",["Bright and accurate","Heavily edited to hide problems","Blurry"],0],["Selling homes","Listing descriptions","Good descriptions highlight real features clearly. Fair housing rules ban language that discriminates, like āperfect for singles only.ā","Listing descriptions should avoidā¦",["Discriminatory language","Square footage","Room counts"],0],["Selling homes","Open houses","Open houses let many buyers tour at once. They also help agents meet future clients.","Open houses help agentsā¦",["Show homes and meet future clients","Avoid buyers","Lower prices"],0],["Selling homes","Days on market","Days on market counts how long a home has been listed. A long time can signal a pricing problem.","A high days-on-market number may signalā¦",["Pricing problems","A perfect price","A sold home"],0],["Selling homes","Multiple offers","With several offers, sellers compare price, financing strength, contingencies, and closing date, not just price.","Sellers comparing offers look atā¦",["Price, financing, and terms","Only price","Buyerās car"],0],["Selling homes","Counteroffers","A counteroffer responds to an offer with changes, like a higher price. Negotiation can go back and forth several times.","A counterofferā¦",["Responds with changes","Ends talks","Is illegal"],0],["Selling homes","Seller disclosures","Sellers usually fill out disclosure forms about known issues. Agents should encourage full honesty.","Disclosure forms listā¦",["Known problems","Favorite rooms","Neighborsā names"],0],["Selling homes","Pre-listing inspections","Some sellers get an inspection before listing to find and fix problems early, avoiding surprises later.","A pre-listing inspection helpsā¦",["Find problems early","Raise taxes","Avoid buyers"],0],["Selling homes","Price reductions","If a home isnāt selling, a well-timed price cut can bring new attention. Waiting too long can make it look stale.","A well-timed price cut canā¦",["Bring new attention","Scare everyone","Cancel the listing"],0],["Selling homes","Marketing beyond the MLS","Agents also market through social media, email, signs, and networking with other agents.","Agents market listings throughā¦",["Social media, signs, and networking","Only newspaper ads","Only word of mouth"],0],["Buying homes","Pre-approval","A mortgage pre-approval shows how much a lender is willing to lend. Sellers take pre-approved buyers more seriously.","A pre-approval showsā¦",["How much a lender will lend","The homeās color","The sellerās name"],0],["Buying homes","Needs vs. wants list","Buyers sort features into must-haves and nice-to-haves. It keeps searches focused and budgets realistic.","A needs vs. wants list helps buyersā¦",["Stay focused and realistic","Spend more","Avoid touring"],0],["Buying homes","Location","Location affects price, schools, commute, and future value. You can renovate a house, but you canāt move it.","Why does location matter so much?",["You canāt change it later","It doesnāt","Only for parking"],0],["Buying homes","Offers and earnest money","Buyers often put down earnest money with an offer to show theyāre serious. Itās usually applied to the purchase at closing.","Earnest money showsā¦",["The buyer is serious","The seller accepted","The loan is approved"],0],["Buying homes","Contingencies","Contingencies let a buyer back out for specific reasons, like a failed inspection or no loan approval.","A financing contingency protects buyers ifā¦",["They canāt get a loan","They change paint","It rains"],0],["Buying homes","Home inspections","Inspectors check structure, roof, plumbing, wiring, and more. Buyers can negotiate repairs based on the report.","After an inspection, buyers canā¦",["Negotiate repairs","Never change the deal","Skip closing"],0],["Buying homes","Appraisals","Lenders order an appraisal to confirm the home is worth the loan amount. A low appraisal can force renegotiation.","An appraisal checksā¦",["The homeās value for the lender","The buyerās grades","The agentās license"],0],["Buying homes","Title and title insurance","A title search confirms who legally owns a property. Title insurance protects against hidden ownership problems.","Title insurance protects againstā¦",["Hidden ownership problems","Floods","Burglary"],0],["Buying homes","Escrow","Escrow is a neutral third party that holds money and documents until all conditions of the sale are met.","Escrow holds money untilā¦",["All sale conditions are met","The buyer moves in","The listing expires"],0],["Buying homes","Closing day","At closing, buyers sign loan papers, pay closing costs, and get the keys. Sellers get paid.","At closing, buyers getā¦",["The keys","A refund","A new agent"],0],["Buying homes","Property taxes","Homeowners pay property taxes to local governments, often through their monthly mortgage payment.","Property taxes go toā¦",["Local governments","The agent","The seller"],0],["Buying homes","HOAs","Homeowners associations (HOAs) set rules and charge fees in some neighborhoods and condos.","An HOA may chargeā¦",["Monthly or yearly fees","Nothing ever","Sales tax"],0],["Buying homes","First-time buyer programs","Many areas offer programs that help first-time buyers with down payments or lower rates.","First-time buyer programs may help withā¦",["Down payments","Furniture shopping","Pet care"],0],["Markets & money","Supply and demand","When few homes are for sale and many people want to buy, prices rise. When many homes sit unsold, prices soften.","Few homes for sale and many buyers usually meansā¦",["Prices rise","Prices fall","Prices stay exactly the same"],0],["Markets & money","Buyerās vs. sellerās market","In a sellerās market, homes sell fast and sellers have leverage. In a buyerās market, buyers have more choices and power.","In a sellerās marketā¦",["Homes sell fast","Buyers have all the power","No homes exist"],0],["Markets & money","Inventory months","Months of inventory estimates how long current listings would take to sell at the current pace. Low numbers favor sellers.","A low months-of-inventory number favorsā¦",["Sellers","Buyers","Banks only"],0],["Markets & money","Fixed vs. adjustable mortgages","A fixed-rate mortgage keeps the same interest rate for the whole loan. An adjustable-rate mortgage can change over time.","A fixed-rate mortgageās interest rateā¦",["Stays the same","Changes monthly","Is zero"],0],["Markets & money","Down payments and PMI","In the US, buyers putting down less than 20% on a conventional loan often pay private mortgage insurance (PMI).","PMI is often required when the down payment isā¦",["Under 20%","Over 50%","Exactly 100%"],0],["Markets & money","Affordability","A common guideline is keeping housing costs to a reasonable share of income, often around 28ā30%. Stretching too far is risky.","Stretching far past an affordable payment isā¦",["Risky","Always smart","Required"],0],["Markets & money","Rental properties","Investors buy homes to rent out. Profit depends on rent, repairs, taxes, vacancies, and loan costs.","Rental profit depends onā¦",["Rent, repairs, taxes, and vacancies","Only rent","Only the purchase price"],0],["Markets & money","Flipping","Flippers buy, renovate, and resell homes. Surprise repairs and slow markets can turn profits into losses.","A big flipping risk isā¦",["Surprise repair costs","Guaranteed profit","No buyers ever exist"],0],["Markets & money","Commercial property","Offices, stores, and warehouses are valued largely on the rent they bring in. Leases are often long.","Commercial property is valued mainly onā¦",["Rental income","Paint color","Ownerās age"],0],["Markets & money","Zoning","Zoning laws control what can be built where: homes, shops, factories. They affect property value.","Zoning laws controlā¦",["What can be built where","Mortgage rates","School hours"],0],["Ethics & career","Fair housing in practice","Agents canāt steer buyers toward or away from neighborhoods based on protected traits, and must show homes equally to all.","Steering buyers by race isā¦",["Illegal discrimination","A sales strategy","Required"],0],["Ethics & career","Confidentiality","Agents keep clientsā private info secret, like how high a buyer is willing to go.","Telling the seller your buyerās top price isā¦",["A breach of duty","Good negotiating","Required"],0],["Ethics & career","Wire fraud scams","Scammers send fake emails with new wiring instructions before closing. Buyers should always verify by phone with a known number.","Before wiring closing money, buyers shouldā¦",["Verify instructions by phone","Trust any email","Wire it twice"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š Hidden leak","s":"Your seller wants you to keep quiet about a basement that floods.","c":[["Insist on disclosing it",8,25,0,2,"Hiding known problems can be illegal and ruins reputations."],["Donāt bring it up unless a buyer asks directly",-12,0,-4,0,"Silence about known defects can lead to lawsuits."],["Cover the water stain so the basement shows better",-14,0,-4,0,"Thatās actively hiding a defect."]]},{"t":"š« Unfair request","s":"A seller says they donāt want to sell to families with kids.","c":[["Explain thatās illegal under fair housing law",8,25,0,2,"Discriminating based on family status is illegal."],["Show the home mostly to buyers without kids",-14,0,-5,0,"Steering is illegal discrimination."],["Drop the client without saying why",-2,5,0,1,"You avoid the problem, but educating them is better."]]},{"t":"š„ Bidding war","s":"Your buyers love a house that has 8 offers. They want to skip the inspection to win.","c":[["Explain the risks and let them decide with full info",7,25,0,2,"Clients make the call, but they need the facts."],["Tell them skipping it is normal in hot markets",-8,0,-2,0,"Skipping inspections can lead to costly surprises."],["Encourage them to offer well over their budget to win",-10,0,-3,0,"Stretching a budget can wreck a familyās finances."]]},{"t":"šø Too-good photos","s":"Your marketing team wants to edit photos to remove the power plant next door.","c":[["Use honest photos with great lighting",6,20,0,2,"Misleading photos waste buyersā time and break trust."],["Edit the plant out, since buyers will judge the house",-10,0,-3,0,"Buyers will see it in person and feel tricked."],["Crop the photos so the plant is mostly out of frame",-3,5,-1,1,"Smart framing is fine. Hiding facts isnāt."]]},{"t":"āļø Two offers, one friend","s":"Your best friend made an offer on your clientās house.","c":[["Tell your client about the relationship",7,25,0,2,"Conflicts of interest must be disclosed."],["Nudge your client toward your friendās offer",-12,0,-3,0,"Your job is to represent your client."],["Stay quiet, since your friendās offer may not win anyway",-6,0,-1,0,"Hidden conflicts can cost you your license."]]},{"t":"š Price drop talk","s":"A listing has sat for 3 months. The seller refuses to lower the price.","c":[["Show them comparable sales and suggest a fair price",6,20,0,2,"Data helps sellers make tough decisions."],["Wait another month, since the right buyer may come",-4,0,-1,0,"Stale listings get harder to sell."],["Tell them a buyer is interested to keep them hopeful",-9,0,-2,0,"False hope damages trust."]]}],"rk":[["Licensed Agent","Hometown Realty","šŖ",2,2],["Buyerās Agent","Hometown Realty","šŖ",3,3],["Listing Agent","Keystone Homes","š",4,3],["Top Producer","Keystone Homes","š",5,4],["Team Leader","Skyline Realty","šļø",6,5],["Managing Broker","Golden Gate Properties","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Rookie","š Key Holder","š” House Hunter","š Deal Closer","š Million-Dollar Agent","š Real Estate Royalty"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds more fun?","Showing homes to excited buyers","r","Analyzing which buildings make money","c"],["Which would you rather do?","Manage a rental building","p","Help a family buy their first home","r"],["Pick a vibe","People and weekends out","r","Spreadsheets and big contracts","c"],["What fits you better?","Fixing problems as they come up","p","Long negotiations","c"],["Which do you enjoy more?","Decorating and design","r","Keeping things organized","p"]],"r":{"r":["Residential agent","You love people and homes. 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The game simplifies them into random yearly results."},"twist":{"k":"deal","name":"Bidding war","emo":"šØ","ask":"A hot listing is drawing several agents. How do you compete?","o":[["Safe: rely on your solid reputation","likely win, small reward",0.75,15,2,2],["Balanced: strong offer with clear terms","medium odds, medium reward",0.5,35,5,5],["Bold: all-out marketing promise","long shot, big reward",0.25,70,10,10]],"winMsg":"You won the listing!","loseMsg":"Another agent got the listing.","desc":"Each year a hot listing comes up. You choose how hard to compete. Better fit across your markets raises your odds.","how":"Every year you choose a safe, balanced, or bold approach for a hot listing. Bold is less likely to win but pays more XP and boosts one marketās sales. Losing costs trust. Your average fit and rank raise the odds.","achName":"Listing magnet","achDesc":"Win 3 bidding wars"},"tips":["Family and retiree markets run on referrals.","Always keep each marketās minimum in Past-client referrals.","Keep the luxury mansion at 25% or less.","Up-and-coming areas can handle flips, but theyāre risky."],"f":"biz","task":{"emo":"š·ļø","name":"Price the home","gen":"comps_slider","how":"Each year you estimate a listing price from three recent nearby sales. Within 5% is a great call; within 15% is close."},"cast":{"scene":"šļø š¼ š ā š¢","boss":["Ms. Okafor","š©š¾āš¼","the company VP"],"buddy":["Leo","š§š»āš¼","your work buddy"],"rival":["Blake","š§š¼āš¼","the rival hotshot"]},"play":{"k":"grid","u":"š§āš¼","pot":"š²","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Hometown Realty","h":[9,20],"m":["š” Deals","š¤ Client trust","āļø Ethics"],"t":[["c","š« Young couple","First home","They love a house thatās at the very top of their budget.",[["Show them the full monthly cost and a few options in budget, then let them decide",[4,12,6],"Good agents protect clients from overspending.",2],["Encourage them to offer above asking so they donāt lose the house",[6,-10,-6],"Could leave them house-poor.",0],["Advise them to wait a few years until they can afford more",[-8,-4,0],"Not your call. Give them the info.",0]]],["n","Commission","A house sells for $300,000. The total commission is 5%, split evenly between two agents. 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"],"unit":"$","bigA":1200000,"newsName":"Project updates","th":{"a":"#7048e8","b":"#20c997","g1":"#e5dbff","g2":"#c3fae8","ad":"#9775fa","d1":"#2a1b6a","d2":"#0b4a3a"},"pitch":"Split your teamās time on each project, keep scope under control, and see whether project management fits you.","goal":"deliver every project on time and on budget, and keep each sponsorās trust.","w":{"cl":"project","cls":"projects","Cl":"Project","val":"Project value","total":"Project value managed","alloc":"Team time plan","hor":"Deadline","trust":"Sponsor trust","mkt":"Project conditions"},"opts":[{"id":"qa","n":"š§Ŗ Testing & quality checks","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Catch bugs before customers do."},{"id":"plan","n":"š Planning & check-ins","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Clear goals, schedules, and weekly updates."},{"id":"core","n":"š§± Core features","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"The must-have parts of the project."},{"id":"extra","n":"āØ Extra features","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Nice-to-haves that wow people if they work."},{"id":"exp","n":"š§© One experimental tech","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"one":true,"d":"A brand-new tool that could save months, or break everything."},{"id":"crunch","n":"š„ Crunch overtime","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"Push the team hard. 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Mistakes are not okay.","amt":400000,"hor":"12 months","rl":1.5,"rh":2.6,"min":25,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Critical systems need testing and planning, not experiments."},{"name":"Snack App Launch š±","story":"A new food-ordering app racing a competitor.","amt":250000,"hor":"4 months","rl":3.2,"rh":4.6,"min":10,"maxLoss":30,"tip":"Speed matters, but shipping bugs will cost you users."},{"name":"School Gym Renovation š","story":"Has to be done before the school year starts.","amt":300000,"hor":"Summer","rl":1.8,"rh":3,"min":18,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"A hard deadline means planning and core work first."},{"name":"Theme Park Ride š¢","story":"A flashy new ride that needs to wow visitors and stay safe.","amt":600000,"hor":"Next summer","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":22,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Wow factor matters, but safety testing is non-negotiable."},{"name":"Video Game Sequel š®","story":"Fans want it big. The publisher wants it on time.","amt":500000,"hor":"18 months","rl":3,"rh":4.4,"min":12,"maxLoss":28,"tip":"Extra features can win fans, but crunch burns out teams."},{"name":"Office Move š¦","story":"Moving 200 employees to a new building over one weekend.","amt":150000,"hor":"One weekend","rl":1.6,"rh":2.7,"min":15,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Logistics projects run on planning."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Everything clicks","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal year","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Scope creep","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Total chaos","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["The team is fully staffed and focused","Vendors deliver early for once"],"normal":["Work moving at a normal pace","No major surprises reported"],"rough":["Sponsors keep adding new requests","A key teammate is out for weeks"],"crash":["A major vendor goes out of business","Leadership changes the goals mid-project"]},"intro":[["Quality isnāt optional","Shipping fast with bugs often costs more time later. Testing protects the whole project."],["Donāt bet on one shiny tool","An experimental tech can save months or wreck the schedule. Keep it a small slice."],["Fit the project","A hospital system and a snack app need very different plans."]],"ls":[["PM basics","What project managers do","Project managers plan the work, organize the team, track progress, and solve problems so projects finish on time and on budget.","A project managerās main job is toā¦",["Get the project done on time and on budget","Write all the code","Pick the companyās logo"],0],["PM basics","The triple constraint","Every project balances scope (what you build), time, and cost. Change one and the others usually move too.","If you add features without more time or money, what usually suffers?",["Quality or the schedule","Only the budget","Team size"],0],["PM basics","Milestones","Milestones are key checkpoints, like ādesign approvedā or ābeta launched.ā They help teams see progress and catch delays early.","A milestone isā¦",["A key checkpoint","A type of bug","A daily task"],0],["Managing work","Scope creep","Scope creep is when new requests keep getting added without changing the deadline or budget. PMs manage it by saying āyes, and hereās what it costs.ā","Scope creep meansā¦",["Requests keep growing without more time or money","The team gets faster","Projects finish early"],0],["Managing work","Agile and sprints","Agile teams work in short cycles called sprints, often 1ā2 weeks. They build, test, get feedback, and adjust.","A sprint isā¦",["A short work cycle","A race at lunch","The final deadline"],0],["Managing work","Risk registers","A risk register lists things that could go wrong, how likely they are, and the backup plan. It turns surprises into prepared responses.","What does a risk register list?",["Possible problems and backup plans","Team birthdays","Finished tasks"],0],["People","Crunch costs","Long stretches of overtime cause burnout and mistakes. Short bursts can help, but crunch as a plan usually backfires.","Long-term crunch usually leads toā¦",["Burnout and mistakes","Better quality forever","Free vacations"],0],["People","Status updates","Good PMs share honest updates, including bad news, early. Sponsors can help fix problems they know about.","When a project falls behind, a PM shouldā¦",["Tell sponsors early and share a plan","Hide it until launch","Blame the team"],0],["Starting a project","Project charter","A project charter is a short document that officially starts a project. It states the goal, sponsor, budget, and whoās in charge.","A project charter statesā¦",["Goal, sponsor, budget, and leader","Only the deadline","Lunch plans"],0],["Starting a project","Stakeholders","Stakeholders are anyone affected by the project: sponsors, users, the team, and sometimes the public. Knowing them early prevents surprises.","Stakeholders areā¦",["Anyone affected by the project","Only the boss","Only customers"],0],["Starting a project","Stakeholder mapping","Mapping stakeholders by power and interest shows who to keep closely involved and who just needs updates.","High-power, high-interest stakeholders should beā¦",["Closely involved","Ignored","Updated yearly"],0],["Starting a project","Requirements","Requirements describe what the project must deliver. Vague requirements lead to rework.","Vague requirements lead toā¦",["Rework","Faster projects","Perfect results"],0],["Starting a project","Scope statements","A scope statement lists whatās in and whatās out. Writing down whatās out is just as important.","A good scope statement listsā¦",["Whatās in and whatās out","Only whatās in","Only the budget"],0],["Starting a project","Success criteria","Success criteria define how youāll know the project worked, like āpage loads in under 2 seconds.ā","Success criteria should beā¦",["Specific and measurable","Vague","Secret"],0],["Starting a project","Kickoff meetings","A kickoff meeting brings everyone together to share goals, roles, and timeline. It sets the tone.","A kickoff meeting sharesā¦",["Goals, roles, and timeline","Only the budget","Final results"],0],["Starting a project","Assumptions","Assumptions are things believed true but not proven, like āthe vendor will deliver in May.ā Listing them helps spot risks.","Why list assumptions?",["They can turn into risks","Theyāre always true","For decoration"],0],["Starting a project","Constraints","Constraints are limits like a fixed budget, deadline, or available people. Plans have to work within them.","A fixed deadline is aā¦",["Constraint","Deliverable","Stakeholder"],0],["Starting a project","Deliverables","A deliverable is a specific output, like a report, app, or building. Projects are made of many deliverables.","A finished report is aā¦",["Deliverable","Stakeholder","Risk"],0],["Starting a project","Business case","A business case explains why a project is worth doing: costs, benefits, and risks.","A business case explainsā¦",["Why a project is worth doing","Office layout","Holiday plans"],0],["Starting a project","Project vs. operations","A project is temporary with a clear end. Operations are ongoing work, like answering support tickets daily.","A project isā¦",["Temporary with a clear end","Never-ending","Daily routine"],0],["Starting a project","Project life cycle","Projects move through initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closing.","Which comes first in the project life cycle?",["Initiating","Closing","Executing"],0],["Planning","Work breakdown structure","A work breakdown structure (WBS) splits a project into smaller and smaller pieces until each task is manageable.","A WBS splits a project intoā¦",["Smaller manageable pieces","Teams of one","Random lists"],0],["Planning","Estimating","Estimating predicts how long tasks will take. Asking the people doing the work gives better estimates.","Better estimates come fromā¦",["The people doing the work","Guessing alone","The newest intern only"],0],["Planning","Dependencies","A dependency means one task canāt start until another finishes, like painting after the walls are built.","Painting after building walls is an example ofā¦",["A dependency","A risk","A stakeholder"],0],["Planning","Gantt charts","A Gantt chart shows tasks as bars on a timeline, making schedules and overlaps easy to see.","A Gantt chart showsā¦",["Tasks on a timeline","Profits","Org charts"],0],["Planning","Critical path","The critical path is the longest chain of dependent tasks. Any delay on it delays the whole project.","A delay on the critical pathā¦",["Delays the whole project","Doesnāt matter","Speeds things up"],0],["Planning","Buffers","Buffers are extra time added to absorb surprises. Plans with zero buffer rarely finish on time.","Buffers absorbā¦",["Surprises","Profits","Meetings"],0],["Planning","Resource planning","Resource planning makes sure the right people, tools, and money are available when needed. Overbooking people causes delays.","Overbooking team members causesā¦",["Delays","Faster work","Better morale"],0],["Planning","Budgeting projects","A project budget estimates costs for people, materials, and tools, plus a contingency reserve for surprises.","A contingency reserve coversā¦",["Surprises","Bonuses","Parties"],0],["Planning","RACI charts","A RACI chart shows who is Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, and Informed for each task. It clears up āwhoās doing this?ā","In RACI, the A stands forā¦",["Accountable","Approved","Always"],0],["Planning","Communication plans","A communication plan says who gets which updates, how, and how often. It keeps people informed without flooding them.","A communication plan setsā¦",["Who gets which updates and how often","Lunch menus","Salaries"],0],["Planning","Quality planning","Quality planning decides what āgoodā looks like and how it will be checked, like test plans and reviews.","Quality planning decidesā¦",["What good looks like and how to check it","Only the deadline","Only the budget"],0],["Planning","Procurement planning","If a project needs outside vendors, plan early: what to buy, from whom, and by when.","Why plan vendor purchases early?",["They can take time","Theyāre instant","It doesnāt matter"],0],["Planning","Baselines","A baseline is the approved plan for scope, schedule, and cost. Progress is measured against it.","Progress is measured against theā¦",["Baseline","Weather","Logo"],0],["Running projects","Stand-up meetings","Short daily stand-ups cover what each person did, what theyāll do next, and whatās blocking them.","Stand-ups mainly surfaceā¦",["Progress and blockers","Lunch plans","Salaries"],0],["Running projects","Removing blockers","A big part of a PMās job is removing blockers, like getting a decision or access, so the team can keep moving.","PMs help teams byā¦",["Removing blockers","Adding more meetings","Doing nothing"],0],["Running projects","Status reports","Status reports summarize progress, risks, and next steps. Many use red/yellow/green to flag health.","A āredā status usually meansā¦",["Serious problems","All good","Finished early"],0],["Running projects","Change control","Change control is a process for reviewing requested changes and their impact on time and cost before approving them.","Change control reviewsā¦",["Requested changes and their impact","Lunch orders","Only typos"],0],["Running projects","Earned value","Earned value compares the work actually done to what was planned and what it cost. It shows if a project is behind or over budget.","Earned value shows if a project isā¦",["Behind or over budget","Fun","Popular"],0],["Running projects","Burndown charts","A burndown chart shows work remaining over time. If the line isnāt dropping, the sprint is in trouble.","A flat burndown line meansā¦",["Work isnāt getting done","Everything is finished","Great progress"],0],["Running projects","Velocity","In agile, velocity is how much work a team finishes per sprint. It helps plan future sprints.","Velocity measuresā¦",["Work finished per sprint","Typing speed","Car speed"],0],["Running projects","Backlogs","A backlog is a prioritized list of work still to do. The most important items sit at the top.","The top of a backlog holdsā¦",["The most important work","Finished work","Random ideas"],0],["Running projects","User stories","A user story describes a feature from the userās view: āAs a student, I want reminders so I donāt miss deadlines.ā","User stories describe features fromā¦",["The userās point of view","The serverās view","The budget"],0],["Running projects","Retrospectives","Retrospectives are meetings after a sprint or project to discuss what went well and what to improve.","A retrospective asksā¦",["What went well and what to improve","Who to blame","Only what went wrong"],0],["Running projects","Escalation","Escalating means raising a problem to a higher level when the team canāt solve it. Escalate early, not too late.","Problems should be escalatedā¦",["Early when the team canāt fix them","Only after launch","Only if the client asks"],0],["Running projects","Managing vendors","PMs track vendor deliveries and quality against contracts. Regular check-ins catch delays early.","Regular vendor check-ins helpā¦",["Catch delays early","Lower prices automatically","Replace vendors"],0],["Running projects","Decision logs","A decision log records key decisions and why they were made. It prevents re-arguing old choices.","A decision log recordsā¦",["Key decisions and reasons","Every email","Team birthdays"],0],["People & methods","Waterfall","Waterfall plans everything upfront and moves step by step. It suits projects with stable requirements, like construction.","Waterfall works best when requirements areā¦",["Stable","Changing daily","Unknown"],0],["People & methods","Scrum roles","In Scrum, the product owner sets priorities, the Scrum master guides the process, and the team does the work.","In Scrum, who sets priorities?",["The product owner","The Scrum master","The developers"],0],["People & methods","Kanban","Kanban shows work as cards moving across columns like To Do, Doing, and Done. Limiting work in progress keeps flow smooth.","Kanban limitsā¦",["Work in progress","Team size","Breaks"],0],["People & methods","Hybrid approaches","Many teams mix methods, planning big milestones upfront while working in agile sprints.","A hybrid approach mixesā¦",["Upfront planning and agile sprints","Only waterfall phases","Only daily standups"],0],["People & methods","Leading without authority","PMs often donāt manage team members directly. They lead through trust, clarity, and helping people succeed.","PMs often lead throughā¦",["Trust and clarity","Fear","Titles only"],0],["People & methods","Motivation","People are motivated by meaningful work, progress, recognition, and some control over how they work.","Which motivates people?",["Seeing real progress","Constant criticism","Unclear goals"],0],["People & methods","Conflict resolution","Healthy conflict about ideas helps projects. PMs keep it about the work, not personal.","Healthy conflict focuses onā¦",["Ideas and work","Personal attacks","Gossip"],0],["People & methods","Remote collaboration","Remote teams need clear written updates, shared tools, and overlap time across time zones.","Remote teams needā¦",["Clear written updates","No communication","Only phone calls"],0],["People & methods","Saying no","PMs protect the team by pushing back on unrealistic demands and offering realistic options.","When demands are unrealistic, PMs shouldā¦",["Offer realistic options","Say yes to everything","Disappear"],0],["People & methods","Project closure","Closing a project means confirming deliverables are accepted, releasing resources, and recording lessons learned.","Project closure includesā¦",["Recording lessons learned","Starting over","Deleting everything"],0],["People & methods","Lessons learned","Documenting lessons learned helps future projects avoid the same mistakes.","Lessons learned helpā¦",["Future projects","Only the current project","Only the project manager"],0],["People & methods","PM tools","PMs use tools like Jira, Asana, Trello, or spreadsheets to track tasks and progress.","PM tools help trackā¦",["Tasks and progress","Weather","Music"],0],["People & methods","PM certifications","Certifications like CAPM (entry-level) and PMP (experienced) from PMI are widely recognized.","The PMP certification is forā¦",["Experienced project managers","Pilots","Doctors"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"ā Just one more feature","s":"The sponsor wants a big new feature, same deadline, same budget.","c":[["Explain the trade-off and offer options",7,25,0,2,"Clear trade-offs help sponsors decide wisely."],["Say yes, since the team has pulled off tight deadlines before",-8,0,-3,0,"Unplanned scope leads to late, buggy projects."],["Say no, since the scope was agreed at the start",-3,5,0,1,"Firm is fine, but shutting it down hurts the relationship."]]},{"t":"š¢ Behind schedule","s":"Youāre two weeks behind with a month to go.","c":[["Tell the sponsor now, with a recovery plan",8,25,0,2,"Early honesty gives everyone time to adjust."],["Report on track for now, since you may catch up",-10,0,-3,0,"Hidden delays become disasters."],["Schedule weekend work for the team to close the gap",-5,0,-2,0,"Crunch can work briefly but burns people out."]]},{"t":"š Team conflict","s":"Two developers keep arguing and slowing everyone down.","c":[["Meet with both and clarify their roles",6,20,1,2,"Clear roles calm most conflicts."],["Let them work it out, since theyāre professionals",-5,0,-2,0,"Unresolved conflict spreads."],["Back the developer whose approach you think is right",-7,0,-1,0,"Unfair handling hurts the whole team."]]},{"t":"š§Ŗ Skip the tests?","s":"Launch is tomorrow. A manager wants to skip final testing.","c":[["Run the critical tests and delay if needed",7,25,0,2,"A short delay beats a broken launch."],["Skip them, since the code passed testing last week",-10,0,-4,0,"Untested launches often break in public."],["Test only the features customers use most",-4,0,-1,0,"Selective testing misses real risks."]]},{"t":"š§° Vendor delay","s":"A supplier says your key part will be a month late.","c":[["Check backup vendors and adjust the plan",6,20,0,2,"Backup plans keep projects moving."],["Press the vendor hard to keep the original date",-4,0,-1,0,"Anger doesnāt speed up shipping."],["Wait to tell the sponsor until you have a fix",-9,0,-3,0,"Surprises later damage trust."]]},{"t":"š Big win","s":"Your team hit a major milestone early.","c":[["Celebrate and thank the team by name",6,20,1,2,"Recognition keeps motivation high."],["Present the win to leadership as your plan working",-8,0,-1,0,"Your team will notice."],["Move straight to the next phase while energy is high",-4,5,-1,1,"Momentum is good, but people need a breath."]]}],"rk":[["Project Intern","Small Steps Co.","šŖ",2,2],["Project Coordinator","Small Steps Co.","šŖ",3,3],["Project Manager","Milestone Group","šļø",4,3],["Senior PM","Milestone Group","šļø",5,4],["Program Manager","Summit Works","šļø",6,5],["Director of PMO","Global Delivery Inc.","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Rookie","š List Maker","šļø Planner","š Deadline Hero","š Delivery Pro","š Ship-It Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds more fun?","Leading a software team","t","Running a construction project","c"],["Which would you rather do?","Plan a huge event or launch","e","Track progress on a dashboard","t"],["Pick a vibe","Hard hats and blueprints","c","Laptops and sprints","t"],["What fits you better?","Wrangling lots of people at once","e","Solving technical puzzles","t"],["Which do you enjoy more?","Seeing something physical get built","c","Making a big day go perfectly","e"]],"r":{"t":["Tech project or product manager","You like software and sprints. 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The game simplifies all of that into random yearly results."},"twist":{"k":"streak","name":"On-time streak","emo":"ā°","desc":"String together strong years with no big misses to build a streak. Each level boosts XP and results.","how":"A strong year means 70+ average fit, positive results, and no project with a big loss. Each strong year in a row adds to your On-time streak, up to 4. The streak multiplies XP by up to Ć2 and adds up to +2.4% to every project. One weak year resets it.","hi":"Deadline after deadline, nailed!","lo":"A slip. Rebuild the streak.","achName":"Clockwork PM","achDesc":"Reach a 3-year on-time streak"},"tips":["Critical projects need testing and planning first.","Always keep each projectās minimum in Testing & quality checks.","Keep the experimental tech at 25% or less.","Fast, flashy projects can take more risk with extras."],"f":"biz","task":{"emo":"šļø","name":"Order the plan","how":"Each year you put project steps in the right order. Dependencies matter: some steps canāt start until others finish.","list":[{"kind":"order","q":"Put these steps for launching an app in the right order.","items":["Gather requirements","Design the screens","Build the features","Test for bugs","Launch"],"why":"You canāt build before you know what to build, and you test before launch."},{"kind":"order","q":"Order these steps for renovating the school gym.","items":["Get permits","Remove old floor","Fix the plumbing under the floor","Install the new floor","Paint the lines"],"why":"Work under the floor has to happen before the new floor goes down."},{"kind":"order","q":"Order these steps for moving an office.","items":["Pick the new space","Plan the floor layout","Pack and label boxes","Move on the weekend","Set up desks and test Wi-Fi"],"why":"Planning first saves chaos on moving day."},{"kind":"order","q":"Order the phases of a project.","items":["Initiating","Planning","Executing","Monitoring","Closing"],"why":"These are the standard project life cycle phases."},{"kind":"order","q":"Order these steps for building a theme park ride.","items":["Design and safety review","Build the structure","Install the ride cars","Run safety tests","Open to the public"],"why":"Safety review comes first, and testing comes before any rider gets on."}]},"cast":{"scene":"šļø š¼ š ā š¢","boss":["Ms. Okafor","š©š¾āš¼","the company VP"],"buddy":["Leo","š§š»āš¼","your work buddy"],"rival":["Blake","š§š¼āš¼","the rival hotshot"]},"play":{"k":"crew","u":"š§āš¼","pot":"š²","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Brightwave Ā· Project Office","h":[9,18],"m":["š
Schedule","šµ Budget","š Team"],"t":[["o","Kickoff","Put the project steps in order.",["Define the goal and scope","Break work into tasks","Assign owners and dates","Track progress weekly","Deliver and review lessons learned"],"Clear scope and owners prevent chaos.",0],["c","š©āš¼ Client","āCan you also addā¦ā","Halfway through, the client asks for three new features with the same deadline.",[["Explain the trade-off: more time, more budget, or swap out other features",[8,8,8],"Managing scope creep protects the schedule and team.",2],["Say yes to all three to keep the client happy and figure out the rest later",[-12,-8,-12],"The team burns out and the project slips.",0],["Tell the client the plan is final and no changes are possible",[0,0,-4],"Better to negotiate options.",1]]],["n","Schedule math","Task A takes 4 days, then B takes 6 days, then C takes 3 days. They must happen in order. How many days total?",13,0,"days","4 + 6 + 3 = 13 days. Tasks in a chain set the critical path.",0],["b","Status check","Green, yellow, or red?",["š¢ On track","š” At risk","š“ Off track"],[["Done on time and on budget",0],["One week behind, plan to catch up",1],["Key supplier went out of business",2],["Testing found minor bugs",1],["Everything on schedule",0],["Budget 40% over",2]],"Honest status reports let leaders help early.",0],["c","š§ Developer","Two people clash","Two team members keep arguing in meetings.",[["Talk to each privately, find the real issue, and agree on how decisions get made",[4,0,12],"Clear roles end most conflicts.",2],["Give it time, since people usually work out disagreements themselves",[-4,0,-10],"It spreads to the whole team.",0],["Call out both of them in the next meeting so the whole team sees it matters",[0,0,-14],"Public blame makes it worse.",0]]],["q","Risk or not?","Rapid round: should this go in the risk log?",["ā ļø Risk","ā
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Keep it safe.","emo":["āļø","š","š¦ŗ"],"unit":"$","bigA":1500000,"newsName":"Plant floor news","th":{"a":"#495057","b":"#fab005","g1":"#e9ecef","g2":"#fff3bf","ad":"#ced4da","d1":"#1f2328","d2":"#4a3a05"},"pitch":"Split each facilityās budget between upkeep, people, and upgrades, pass safety inspections, and see whether operations fits you.","goal":"keep every facility running safely and efficiently, and keep each siteās trust.","w":{"cl":"facility","cls":"facilities","Cl":"Facility","val":"Output value","total":"Output managed","alloc":"Ops budget","hor":"Run period","trust":"Trust","mkt":"Demand"},"opts":[{"id":"maint","n":"š§ Maintenance & safety","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Fix machines before they break. Keep people safe."},{"id":"train","n":"š§āš Staff training","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Skilled workers make fewer mistakes."},{"id":"proc","n":"š Process improvements","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Cut waste and smooth out the workflow."},{"id":"auto","n":"š¤ Automation","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Robots and software. Big gains if they work."},{"id":"line","n":"š§Ø One untested new line","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"one":true,"d":"A whole new product line. Huge upside, unknown problems."},{"id":"max","n":"š Max output push","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"Run everything at full speed. Breakdowns get likely."}],"must":"maint","cases":[{"name":"Sweet Treats Bakery Plant š©","story":"Food safety rules are strict, and recalls are a nightmare.","amt":300000,"hor":"All year","rl":1.5,"rh":2.6,"min":25,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Food plants need maintenance and training above all."},{"name":"Rapid Delivery Hub š¦","story":"A warehouse that ships thousands of orders a day.","amt":450000,"hor":"Peak season","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":15,"maxLoss":20,"tip":"Speed matters, so process and automation can pay off."},{"name":"City Power Plant ā”","story":"Keeps the lights on for a whole city.","amt":800000,"hor":"All year","rl":1.5,"rh":2.5,"min":28,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Outages are unacceptable. Safety and maintenance first."},{"name":"Sparkle Car Wash Chain š","story":"Ten locations, simple machines, lots of customers.","amt":200000,"hor":"All year","rl":2.2,"rh":3.4,"min":15,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Steady businesses win with process and training."},{"name":"Gadget Factory š±","story":"Builds electronics and wants to grow fast.","amt":600000,"hor":"Launch year","rl":3,"rh":4.4,"min":12,"maxLoss":28,"tip":"Growth factories can use automation, but not without safety."},{"name":"Hospital Laundry š§ŗ","story":"Cleans sheets for five hospitals every single day.","amt":250000,"hor":"Daily","rl":1.8,"rh":3,"min":20,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Hospitals rely on you daily. Reliability beats speed."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Demand surge","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal year","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Breakdown streak","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Supply shock","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["Orders pour in faster than expected","New customers sign long contracts"],"normal":["Production holding steady","Orders match last yearās pace"],"rough":["Old machines start acting up","Parts are harder to find"],"crash":["A key material runs short everywhere","Energy prices spike overnight"]},"intro":[["Safety first, always","A plant that skips maintenance might be fast for a while, until it breaks, or someone gets hurt."],["Donāt bet on one new line","An untested product line can be a breakthrough or a money pit."],["Fit the facility","A power plant and a gadget factory need very different plans."]],"ls":[["Ops basics","What operations managers do","Operations managers run the day-to-day work of making products or delivering services. They manage people, equipment, schedules, and budgets so everything runs smoothly.","Operations managers focus onā¦",["Running day-to-day work smoothly","Designing the company website","Writing ads"],0],["Ops basics","Efficiency","Efficiency means getting more output from the same inputs: less waste, less time, less cost. Small improvements across a big operation add up.","More output with the same inputs isā¦",["Efficiency","Inflation","A bottleneck"],0],["Ops basics","Bottlenecks","A bottleneck is the slowest step in a process. Speeding up other steps doesnāt help until you fix the bottleneck.","To speed up a process, first fixā¦",["The bottleneck","The fastest step","The break room"],0],["Safety","Workplace safety","In the US, OSHA sets rules to keep workers safe. Safety training, protective gear, and maintained equipment prevent injuries.","OSHA is aboutā¦",["Workplace safety","Taxes","Shipping"],0],["Safety","Preventive maintenance","Preventive maintenance fixes and checks machines on a schedule before they break. It costs less than emergency repairs and downtime.","Preventive maintenance happensā¦",["Before things break","Only after things break","Once every few years"],0],["Improvement","Lean thinking","Lean is a method for cutting waste, like extra waiting, extra movement, and extra inventory. Teams look for small fixes every day.","Lean tries to cutā¦",["Waste","Workersā pay","Safety"],0],["Improvement","KPIs","Key performance indicators (KPIs) are numbers that show how things are going, like on-time rate or defects per thousand. Managers watch them to spot problems.","A KPI isā¦",["A key number that tracks performance","A type of machine","A safety vest"],0],["Improvement","Automation trade-offs","Automation can boost speed and consistency, but it costs money up front, needs maintenance, and can fail. Workers need training to work with it.","A downside of automation isā¦",["Upfront cost and possible failures","It never needs care","Itās always free"],0],["Running the floor","Standard operating procedures","Standard operating procedures (SOPs) are written step-by-step instructions for doing a task the same safe way every time.","SOPs help workersā¦",["Do tasks the same safe way","Skip steps","Guess"],0],["Running the floor","Shift handoffs","At shift change, workers share what happened and whatās pending. Good handoffs prevent mistakes.","Good shift handoffs preventā¦",["Mistakes","Breaks","Pay"],0],["Running the floor","Capacity","Capacity is the most a process can produce in a given time. Planning above capacity guarantees delays.","Capacity isā¦",["The most a process can produce","Office size","Team mood"],0],["Running the floor","Utilization","Utilization is how much of capacity is being used. Running at 100% all the time leaves no room for problems.","Running at 100% utilization all the timeā¦",["Leaves no room for problems","Is perfect","Saves time always"],0],["Running the floor","Throughput","Throughput is how many units a process completes over time. Bottlenecks limit it.","Throughput is limited byā¦",["Bottlenecks","Paint","Logos"],0],["Running the floor","Cycle time","Cycle time is how long one unit takes to go through a process. Shorter cycle times mean faster delivery.","Cycle time measuresā¦",["How long one unit takes","Bike speed","Break time"],0],["Running the floor","Takt time","Takt time is the pace needed to meet customer demand: available time divided by units needed.","Takt time is set byā¦",["Customer demand","Machine speed","Worker preference"],0],["Running the floor","Scheduling production","Production schedules decide what gets made when. Balancing setups, deadlines, and capacity is a daily puzzle.","Production schedules decideā¦",["What gets made when","Who gets promoted","Taxes"],0],["Running the floor","Changeovers","A changeover is switching a machine from one product to another. Faster changeovers mean less downtime.","Faster changeovers meanā¦",["Less downtime","More waste","Slower work"],0],["Running the floor","Downtime","Downtime is when equipment isnāt running. Unplanned downtime is expensive, so ops managers track its causes.","Unplanned downtime isā¦",["Expensive","Free","Good"],0],["Running the floor","OEE","Overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) combines availability, speed, and quality into one number showing how well equipment is used.","OEE combinesā¦",["Availability, speed, and quality","Pay and benefits","Color and size"],0],["Running the floor","Visual management","Boards, color codes, and floor markings show status at a glance, like which machines need attention.","Visual management showsā¦",["Status at a glance","Only monthly totals","Only problems"],0],["Running the floor","Daily huddles","Short daily meetings review safety, goals, and problems. They keep everyone aligned.","Daily huddles usually start withā¦",["Safety","Gossip","Sales pitches"],0],["Quality","Quality control vs. assurance","Quality control finds defects in products. Quality assurance improves the process so defects donāt happen.","Quality assurance focuses onā¦",["Preventing defects through process","Finding defects after","Marketing"],0],["Quality","Defect rate","Defect rate is defective units divided by total units. 5 bad out of 1,000 is 0.5%.","5 defects out of 1,000 units isā¦",["0.5%","5%","50%"],0],["Quality","Root cause analysis","Root cause analysis digs past symptoms to find why a problem really happened. The ā5 Whysā asks āwhy?ā repeatedly.","The 5 Whys helps findā¦",["The root cause","Who to blame","Lunch"],0],["Quality","Fishbone diagrams","A fishbone diagram sorts possible causes of a problem into groups like people, machines, materials, and methods.","A fishbone diagram sortsā¦",["Possible causes","Fish species","Employees by height"],0],["Quality","Six Sigma","Six Sigma uses data to reduce variation and defects. Its steps are often called DMAIC: define, measure, analyze, improve, control.","DMAIC is part ofā¦",["Six Sigma","Tax law","Marketing"],0],["Quality","Statistical process control","Control charts track measurements over time. Points outside normal limits signal something changed.","A point outside a control chartās limits signalsā¦",["Something changed","All is normal","A measurement error, always"],0],["Quality","Poka-yoke","Poka-yoke means mistake-proofing, like a plug that only fits one way.","A plug that only fits one way isā¦",["Mistake-proofing","A defect","Waste"],0],["Quality","Inspections","Inspections catch problems, but building quality into the process is cheaper than inspecting it in at the end.","Itās cheaper toā¦",["Build quality into the process","Inspect only at the end","Ignore quality"],0],["Quality","Recalls","A recall pulls defective products from customers. Itās costly and damages trust, so prevention matters.","Recalls areā¦",["Costly and damage trust","Free","Good marketing"],0],["Quality","Customer complaints","Complaints are data. Tracking them reveals patterns to fix.","Tracking complaints helpsā¦",["Find patterns to fix","Ignore customers","Raise prices"],0],["Quality","ISO standards","ISO 9001 is an international standard for quality management systems. Certified companies follow documented processes.","ISO 9001 is aboutā¦",["Quality management","Fire safety only","Taxes"],0],["Quality","Calibration","Measuring tools must be calibrated regularly so readings are accurate.","Calibration keeps toolsā¦",["Accurate","Shiny","Expensive"],0],["Quality","Supplier quality","Bad parts from suppliers cause bad products. Ops teams check incoming materials and work with suppliers on fixes.","Checking incoming materials helpsā¦",["Catch bad parts early","Only speed up receiving","Lower supplier prices"],0],["Lean & improvement","The 8 wastes","Lean names wastes like defects, overproduction, waiting, extra motion, extra processing, inventory, transportation, and unused talent.","Which is one of leanās wastes?",["Waiting","Profit","Safety"],0],["Lean & improvement","5S","5S organizes a workplace: sort, set in order, shine, standardize, sustain. Organized spaces are safer and faster.","5S helps make workplacesā¦",["Organized, safer, and faster","Messier","Louder"],0],["Lean & improvement","Kaizen","Kaizen means continuous improvement through many small changes, often suggested by workers.","Kaizen focuses onā¦",["Small continuous improvements","One giant change","Doing nothing"],0],["Lean & improvement","Value stream mapping","A value stream map shows every step from order to delivery, highlighting delays and waste.","A value stream map highlightsā¦",["Delays and waste","Employee birthdays","Logos"],0],["Lean & improvement","Gemba walks","A gemba walk means managers go to where the work happens to see problems firsthand.","On a gemba walk, managersā¦",["Go see the work firsthand","Stay in the office","Write emails"],0],["Lean & improvement","Pull systems","In a pull system, work starts only when thereās demand from the next step or customer, which cuts overproduction.","Pull systems reduceā¦",["Overproduction","Quality","Safety"],0],["Lean & improvement","Kanban cards","Kanban cards signal when to restock or produce more. When the bin is empty, the card triggers a refill.","Kanban cards signalā¦",["When to restock","Lunch","Holidays"],0],["Lean & improvement","Standard work","Standard work is the current best way to do a task. Itās the baseline for improvement.","Standard work isā¦",["The current best way to do a task","A random method","Optional"],0],["Lean & improvement","Bottleneck focus","Improving a non-bottleneck step doesnāt speed up the whole system. Focus on the slowest step.","To speed up a system, improveā¦",["The bottleneck","The fastest step","The lobby"],0],["Lean & improvement","Pilots and trials","Testing changes on one line before rolling out everywhere limits risk.","Before a big rollout, runā¦",["A pilot","A full rollout everywhere","A memo only"],0],["Lean & improvement","Measuring improvement","Track a baseline before a change and compare after. Otherwise you canāt tell if it worked.","To tell if a change worked, compare toā¦",["A baseline","Last yearās best day","A competitorās numbers"],0],["Lean & improvement","Energy efficiency","Fixing leaks, upgrading lights, and turning off idle machines can cut energy costs and pollution.","Turning off idle machines canā¦",["Cut energy costs","Raise costs","Break them"],0],["Lean & improvement","Automation readiness","Automating a messy process just makes mess faster. Fix the process first.","Before automating, you shouldā¦",["Fix the process","Automate the mess","Fire everyone"],0],["Safety & leadership","Hazard identification","Hazards include moving machines, chemicals, heights, and slippery floors. Spotting them is the first step to preventing injuries.","Spotting hazards is the first step inā¦",["Preventing injuries","Hiring","Selling"],0],["Safety & leadership","PPE","Personal protective equipment (PPE) includes gloves, goggles, hard hats, and ear protection. Itās the last line of defense.","PPE isā¦",["The last line of defense","The only safety step","Optional always"],0],["Safety & leadership","Hierarchy of controls","The best safety fix removes the hazard. Next come substitutes, engineering controls, procedures, and finally PPE.","The most effective safety control isā¦",["Removing the hazard","PPE only","A poster"],0],["Safety & leadership","Lockout/tagout","Lockout/tagout means shutting off and locking machines before repair so they canāt start unexpectedly.","Lockout/tagout preventsā¦",["Machines starting during repair","Theft","Overtime"],0],["Safety & leadership","Near misses","A near miss is an incident that almost caused harm. Reporting them helps fix problems before someone gets hurt.","Reporting near misses helpsā¦",["Prevent future injuries","Punish workers","Only meet legal rules"],0],["Safety & leadership","Safety culture","In a strong safety culture, anyone can stop work if itās unsafe, without fear of punishment.","In a strong safety culture, workers canā¦",["Stop unsafe work","Never speak up","Skip training"],0],["Safety & leadership","Incident investigation","After an incident, investigations look for system causes, not just someone to blame.","Incident investigations should look forā¦",["System causes","Someone to blame only","Only equipment failures"],0],["Safety & leadership","Ergonomics","Ergonomics designs work to fit people, reducing strain from lifting, reaching, and repetition.","Ergonomics reducesā¦",["Physical strain","Pay","Breaks"],0],["Safety & leadership","Budgets and costs","Ops managers track labor, materials, energy, and maintenance costs against budget.","Ops budgets trackā¦",["Labor, materials, and energy","Only sales","Only salaries"],0],["Safety & leadership","Workforce planning","Planning staff levels for busy and slow periods avoids overtime burnout and idle workers.","Workforce planning avoidsā¦",["Burnout and idle workers","Hiring forever","Safety"],0],["Safety & leadership","Cross-training","Cross-training workers on multiple jobs keeps things running when someone is out.","Cross-training helps whenā¦",["Someone is out","Everyone is present","Demand is low"],0],["Safety & leadership","Emergency plans","Facilities need plans for fires, spills, and power outages, with drills so people know what to do.","Emergency drills help peopleā¦",["Know what to do","Panic","Skip work"],0],["Safety & leadership","Environmental rules","Facilities must follow rules on waste, emissions, and chemicals. Breaking them can bring fines and harm communities.","Breaking environmental rules canā¦",["Bring fines and harm communities","Save money safely","Be required"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š¦ŗ Skipped safety check","s":"A supervisor wants to skip a machineās safety check to hit todayās goal.","c":[["Do the check, even if today runs slower",8,25,0,2,"Injuries cost far more than one slow day."],["Skip it this once, since the machine ran fine yesterday",-10,0,-3,0,"āJust onceā is how accidents happen."],["Let the workers on the line decide if itās needed",-4,0,-1,0,"Safety is a managerās responsibility."]]},{"t":"š„ Machine breakdown","s":"A key machine breaks down during the busiest week.","c":[["Use backup equipment and tell customers early",7,25,0,2,"Backups plus honest updates protect trust."],["Do a quick, cheap patch to get through the week",-6,0,-2,0,"Rushed fixes often break again."],["Handle it on the floor without telling management",-9,0,-3,0,"Problems grow in the dark."]]},{"t":"š Quality drop","s":"Defects jumped this month. Nobody knows why.","c":[["Find the root cause before speeding up",7,25,1,2,"Fixing the cause stops the problem from coming back."],["Keep shipping and handle any returns as they come",-8,0,-3,0,"Bad products hurt the brand."],["Replace the crew that was on shift when it started",-10,0,-2,0,"Blame without facts hurts morale and fixes nothing."]]},{"t":"š¤ Robot salesperson","s":"A vendor says their robot will replace half your workers.","c":[["Pilot it on one line and retrain workers",6,20,1,2,"Testing first and training people is the smart path."],["Buy robots for every line to save money faster",-7,0,-3,0,"Huge untested changes are risky."],["Stay with your current process and skip automation",-1,5,0,1,"Safe, but you may fall behind."]]},{"t":"š§ļø Leaky roof","s":"Rain is leaking into the storage area.","c":[["Fix it now and move the products",6,20,0,2,"Small fixes now prevent big losses later."],["Put out buckets and schedule a repair next month",-4,0,-1,0,"Delays turn small problems into big ones."],["Leave it, since the rain should stop soon",-8,0,-2,0,"Water damage spreads fast."]]},{"t":"š£ļø Worker idea","s":"A line worker suggests a simple way to cut wasted time.","c":[["Test it and give them credit",7,20,1,2,"The people doing the work see the best fixes."],["Thank them and add it to the idea list",-3,0,0,1,"Ignored ideas mean fewer ideas next time."],["Present it to your boss as your own improvement",-8,0,-1,0,"Stealing credit kills trust."]]}],"rk":[["Ops Intern","Local Works","šŖ",2,2],["Shift Supervisor","Local Works","šŖ",3,3],["Operations Supervisor","Steady Systems","āļø",4,3],["Operations Manager","Steady Systems","āļø",5,4],["Plant Director","Ironclad Industries","š",6,5],["Chief Operating Officer","Global Ops Co.","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Rookie","š§ Fixer","āļø Gear Turner","š Efficiency Whiz","š Ops Ace","š Operations Icon"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds more fun?","Leading a team on the plant floor","f","Analyzing data to cut waste","q"],["Which would you rather do?","Inspect products for defects","q","Plan the whole companyās operations","s"],["Pick a vibe","Hands-on and busy","f","Big-picture strategy","s"],["What fits you better?","Finding tiny problems","q","Motivating people","f"],["Which do you enjoy more?","Charts and long-term plans","s","Fixing things right now","f"]],"r":{"f":["Plant or shift supervisor","You like being in the action. Supervisors lead teams on the floor."],"q":["Quality or process engineer","You love details. Quality pros find defects and improve processes."],"s":["Chief operating officer track","You like big-picture planning. Senior ops leaders run whole companiesā operations."]}},"about":{"does":"Operations managers run the daily work of a business, like a factory, warehouse, or service. They manage people, equipment, safety, schedules, and costs.","day":["Walk the floor and check on each shift","Review safety and output numbers","Plan maintenance with the repair crew","Meet about a process improvement"],"skills":["Leadership","Problem-solving","Safety awareness","Using data to improve"],"path":"Many start as supervisors or analysts and work their way up. Degrees in business, engineering, or supply chain help. Lean or Six Sigma certifications are common.","real":"Real operations involve many people, rules, and machines. The game turns it into a simple yearly result."},"twist":{"k":"audit","name":"Safety inspection","emo":"š¦ŗ","word":"safety inspection","p":0.4,"desc":"Inspectors can visit any year. Facilities with enough maintenance and a solid plan pass.","how":"Each year thereās about a 40% chance of a surprise safety inspection. Every facility with at least its minimum in Maintenance & safety and a fit of 50+ passes (trust +5, +20 XP). Facilities that fail get a trust hit and a 5% penalty.","passMsg":"Every facility passed.","failMsg":"Inspectors found safety problems here. Penalty applied.","achName":"Safety star","achDesc":"Pass 3 safety inspections"},"tips":["Critical facilities need maintenance and training first.","Always keep each facilityās minimum in Maintenance & safety.","Keep the untested new line at 25% or less.","Growth facilities can lean on automation, carefully."],"f":"biz","task":{"emo":"āļø","name":"Find the bottleneck","gen":"bottleneck_mc","how":"Each year you look at a production line and figure out how fast it can really go."},"cast":{"scene":"šļø š¼ š ā š¢","boss":["Ms. Okafor","š©š¾āš¼","the company VP"],"buddy":["Leo","š§š»āš¼","your work buddy"],"rival":["Blake","š§š¼āš¼","the rival hotshot"]},"play":{"k":"crew","u":"š§āš¼","pot":"š²","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Apex Manufacturing Ā· Plant Floor","h":[6,18],"m":["āļø Output","š¦ŗ Safety","šµ Cost"],"t":[["c","š· Line worker","Guard removed","A worker removed a machine safety guard to work faster.",[["Stop the machine, reinstall the guard, and find out why it slowed them down",[-2,14,0],"Safety comes first, then fix the real cause.",2],["Leave it for now, since output is up and nobody has been hurt",[6,-18,0],"Thatās how people lose fingers.",0],["Fire the worker on the spot to show everyone safety rules matter",[-4,4,0],"Find the root cause first.",1]]],["n","Output rate","A line makes 45 parts per hour for 8 hours. How many parts per shift?",360,0,"parts","45 Ć 8 = 360.",0],["o","Fixing a problem","Order the problem-solving steps.",["Define the problem","Measure whatās happening","Find the root cause","Fix it","Check the fix works"],"This is how operations teams improve processes.",0],["b","Waste or value?","Does it add value for the customer?",["ā
Adds value","šļø Waste"],[["Assembling the product",0],["Parts waiting in a pile",1],["Walking across the plant for tools",1],["Painting the finished product",0],["Making extra parts nobody ordered",1]],"Lean operations remove waste so value flows faster.",0],["q","OSHA rule?","Rapid round: required safety practice?",["ā
Required","ā Not"],[["Lockout/tagout before repairs",0],["Hard hats in marked areas",0],["Skipping training to save time",1],["Clear emergency exits",0],["Blocking fire extinguishers with boxes",1]],"OSHA rules keep workers safe.",1],["c","š¦ Customer","Rush order","A big customer wants double the usual order in a week.",[["Check capacity, plan overtime safely, and give an honest delivery date",[8,4,6],"Promise what you can deliver safely.",2],["Promise the order on time and work out the scheduling later",[4,-8,-8],"Overpromising leads to rushing and mistakes.",0],["Turn down the order to protect your normal production plan",[-8,0,0],"You may lose a key customer.",0]]],["s","Inspection report","Tap the problems.",[["Fire extinguishers checked this month",0],["Oil spill near walkway, no sign",1],["Forklift driver not certified",1],["First aid kit stocked",0],["Emergency exit locked",1]],"Inspections prevent injuries before they happen.",1]]}},"fixitfirm":{"id":"fixitfirm","title":"Fix-It Firm š","role":"Management Consultant","tag":"Solve the problem. Prove it with data.","emo":["š","š§ ","š”"],"unit":"$","bigA":2000000,"newsName":"Business briefing","th":{"a":"#0b7285","b":"#5c7cfa","g1":"#c5f6fa","g2":"#dbe4ff","ad":"#3bc9db","d1":"#0b3a42","d2":"#1b2a6a"},"pitch":"Choose which fixes to recommend for each struggling company, pitch for new clients, and see whether consulting fits you.","goal":"help every client company get healthier with smart, honest advice, and keep their trust.","w":{"cl":"client","cls":"clients","Cl":"Client","val":"Company value","total":"Value advised","alloc":"Recommendation mix","hor":"Engagement","trust":"Trust","mkt":"The economy"},"opts":[{"id":"data","n":"š Data analysis","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Find out whatās really happening before changing anything."},{"id":"cost","n":"šø Cost trimming","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Cut waste without hurting the business."},{"id":"strat","n":"š§ Strategy refresh","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Sharpen what the company focuses on."},{"id":"mkt","n":"š New market entry","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Sell in a new place or to new customers."},{"id":"merge","n":"š¤ One big merger","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"one":true,"d":"Combine with another company. Transformative or a disaster."},{"id":"reorg","n":"š Total reorganization","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"Shake up every team. Big change, big disruption."}],"must":"data","cases":[{"name":"Grandpaās Furniture šŖ","story":"A 70-year-old family business losing customers to online stores.","amt":400000,"hor":"6 months","rl":1.8,"rh":3,"min":20,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"A cautious family business needs facts first, then careful moves."},{"name":"ZipScooters š“","story":"A scooter startup burning cash fast.","amt":600000,"hor":"3 months","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":15,"maxLoss":20,"tip":"Cost trimming and strategy can buy time. Big bets are dangerous."},{"name":"County Hospital š„","story":"Long wait times and a tight public budget.","amt":900000,"hor":"1 year","rl":1.5,"rh":2.6,"min":25,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Patients come first. Data and careful cost work, not shake-ups."},{"name":"MegaSoda š„¤","story":"A big drink company wants to grow in new countries.","amt":1500000,"hor":"1 year","rl":3,"rh":4.4,"min":12,"maxLoss":28,"tip":"A big, healthy company can take on new markets."},{"name":"Paper Mill Co. š","story":"An old factory facing falling demand.","amt":700000,"hor":"1 year","rl":2,"rh":3.2,"min":18,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"A shrinking industry needs a clear strategy and smart cuts."},{"name":"StreamFlix Rival š¬","story":"A streaming service fighting giant competitors.","amt":1200000,"hor":"1 year","rl":3.2,"rh":4.6,"min":10,"maxLoss":30,"tip":"Bold moves may be needed, but donāt stake it all on one merger."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Booming economy","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal year","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Slowdown","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Recession","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["Companies post strong profits","Consumers are spending freely"],"normal":["Business conditions steady","Growth slow but positive"],"rough":["Companies cut budgets","Customers become more price-conscious"],"crash":["Recession fears spread","Big companies announce layoffs"]},"intro":[["Facts before fixes","Good consultants study the data before recommending anything. Guessing can make things worse."],["Donāt stake it all on one big move","A single merger or reorg can transform a company, or tear it apart."],["Fit the client","A family furniture store and a giant soda company need very different advice."]],"ls":[["Consulting basics","What consultants do","Management consultants help organizations solve problems and improve. They study the business, find whatās wrong, and recommend changes.","Consultants mainlyā¦",["Help organizations solve problems","Run the company forever","Sell products"],0],["Consulting basics","Hypothesis-driven","Consultants often start with a hypothesis, a best guess about the problem, then test it with data. If the data says no, they change the guess.","If data proves your hypothesis wrong, youā¦",["Change the hypothesis","Hide the data","Ignore it"],0],["Consulting basics","The 80/20 rule","The Pareto principle says roughly 80% of results often come from 20% of causes. Consultants look for the few things that matter most.","The 80/20 rule suggestsā¦",["A few causes drive most results","Everything matters equally","Always cut 80%"],0],["Tools","SWOT analysis","SWOT lists a companyās Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. Itās a quick way to see the big picture.","In SWOT, the O stands forā¦",["Opportunities","Operations","Outcomes"],0],["Tools","Benchmarking","Benchmarking compares a company to similar companies on things like cost or speed. It shows where itās ahead or behind.","Benchmarking meansā¦",["Comparing to similar companies","Buying benches","Ignoring competitors"],0],["Tools","The pitch","Consultants present findings clearly: the answer first, then the evidence. Busy leaders want the main point fast.","A strong presentation starts withā¦",["The main recommendation","A long history lesson","All the raw data"],0],["Ethics","Honest advice","Telling clients what they want to hear might keep them happy today, but bad advice can hurt the company and its workers. Honest advice builds long-term trust.","Good consultants tell clientsā¦",["The truth, even when itās hard","Only good news","Whatever gets more fees"],0],["Ethics","Change management","Big changes affect real people. Explaining why, involving workers, and supporting them makes changes more likely to stick.","Changes stick better when youā¦",["Explain why and involve people","Announce it with no warning","Keep it secret"],0],["Problem solving","Defining the problem","Consultants start by stating the problem clearly, like āWhy have profits fallen 20% in two years?ā A fuzzy question leads to fuzzy answers.","Consulting work starts withā¦",["A clearly stated problem","A random guess","The final slide"],0],["Problem solving","Issue trees","An issue tree breaks a big question into smaller ones. Profit splits into revenue and costs, and each splits further.","An issue tree breaks a problem intoā¦",["Smaller questions","Teams","Budgets"],0],["Problem solving","MECE","MECE means mutually exclusive, collectively exhaustive: categories donāt overlap and nothing is left out.","MECE categories shouldā¦",["Not overlap and cover everything","Overlap a lot","Leave gaps"],0],["Problem solving","The profit tree","Profit = revenue ā costs. Revenue = price Ć volume. Breaking it down shows where a problem lives.","Revenue equalsā¦",["Price Ć volume","Cost Ć profit","Staff Ć rent"],0],["Problem solving","Prioritizing analysis","Consultants focus on the analyses most likely to change the answer, not every possible question.","Consultants prioritize analyses thatā¦",["Could change the answer","Are easiest","The client already knows"],0],["Problem solving","Interviews","Interviewing employees, customers, and experts reveals facts data can miss. Good interviews use open questions.","Interviews help consultantsā¦",["Find facts data misses","Avoid data","Waste time"],0],["Problem solving","Surveys","Surveys gather opinions from many people. Clear, unbiased questions matter.","Good survey questions areā¦",["Clear and unbiased","Leading","Confusing"],0],["Problem solving","Estimating with logic","Market sizing estimates numbers through logic: people Ć share who buy Ć how often Ć price.","Market sizing usesā¦",["Logical step-by-step estimates","Random numbers","Only guesses"],0],["Problem solving","Sanity checks","After calculating, consultants ask ādoes this make sense?ā If a cityās pizza market comes out bigger than the whole countryās, somethingās wrong.","A sanity check asksā¦",["Does this result make sense?","Whoās to blame?","How long did it take?"],0],["Problem solving","Case interviews","Consulting firms hire through case interviews, where candidates solve a business problem out loud.","A case interview testsā¦",["Solving business problems out loud","Typing speed","Memorizing facts only"],0],["Problem solving","Assumptions in models","Every model rests on assumptions. Consultants state them clearly so clients can challenge them.","Assumptions should beā¦",["Stated clearly","Hidden","Ignored"],0],["Problem solving","Scenario planning","Scenario planning prepares for several possible futures, like strong growth, slow growth, or a downturn.","Scenario planning prepares forā¦",["Several possible futures","One certain future","Only the best case"],0],["Problem solving","Decision matrices","A decision matrix scores options on weighted criteria, making trade-offs visible.","A decision matrix scores options onā¦",["Weighted criteria","Popularity only","Colors"],0],["Strategy","Competitive advantage","A competitive advantage is something a company does better than rivals thatās hard to copy, like a strong brand or low costs.","A competitive advantage isā¦",["Hard for rivals to copy","Easy to copy","A logo"],0],["Strategy","Porterās Five Forces","Five Forces looks at rivals, new entrants, substitutes, buyer power, and supplier power to judge how attractive an industry is.","Porterās Five Forces analyzesā¦",["How attractive an industry is","Employee happiness","Tax rates"],0],["Strategy","Value chain","The value chain lists the steps a company uses to create value, from supplies to after-sales service. Each can be improved.","The value chain listsā¦",["Steps that create value","Team members","Stock prices"],0],["Strategy","Cost leadership vs. differentiation","Companies often win by being the cheapest (cost leadership) or by being special enough to charge more (differentiation).","Charging more for a special product isā¦",["Differentiation","Cost leadership","Shrink"],0],["Strategy","Core competencies","Core competencies are what a company is uniquely great at. Strategy builds on them.","Strategy should build onā¦",["Core competencies","Weaknesses only","Random ideas"],0],["Strategy","Market entry options","Companies enter new markets by building, buying a local company, or partnering. Each has trade-offs in speed, cost, and control.","Buying a local company to enter a market isā¦",["An acquisition","Organic growth","Divestiture"],0],["Strategy","Growth matrix","The Ansoff matrix maps growth options: sell more of what you have, new markets, new products, or both new.","Selling new products in new markets is calledā¦",["Diversification","Market penetration","Downsizing"],0],["Strategy","Customer segmentation","Different customer groups want different things and have different profits. Focusing on the best segments can lift results.","Segmentation helps companiesā¦",["Focus on the best customers","Ignore customers","Raise all prices"],0],["Strategy","Pricing strategy","Small price changes can have big profit effects. Consultants test how customers react before recommending changes.","Small price changes canā¦",["Have big profit effects","Never matter","Only hurt"],0],["Strategy","Digital transformation","Digital transformation uses technology to change how a company works and serves customers. It needs people and process changes, not just software.","Digital transformation needsā¦",["People and process changes too","Only new software","Only new hardware"],0],["Strategy","Divestitures","Sometimes the best move is selling a division that doesnāt fit, freeing money and focus.","A divestiture isā¦",["Selling off part of a company","Buying a company","Hiring staff"],0],["Strategy","Sustainability strategy","Companies increasingly plan for climate risk, energy costs, and customer expectations about sustainability.","Sustainability strategy plans forā¦",["Climate risk and energy costs","Only marketing campaigns","Only office recycling"],0],["Strategy","Mission and vision","A mission says what a company does; a vision says where it wants to go. Strategy connects the two.","A vision statement describesā¦",["Where a company wants to go","Todayās lunch","Tax rules"],0],["Operations & data","Cost benchmarking","Comparing costs to similar companies shows where a client spends too much.","Cost benchmarking compares costs toā¦",["Similar companies","Last week only","Industry averages from decades ago"],0],["Operations & data","Zero-based budgeting","Zero-based budgeting builds a budget from scratch, justifying every expense instead of copying last year.","Zero-based budgeting starts fromā¦",["Zero, justifying every expense","Last yearās budget","A guess"],0],["Operations & data","Process mapping","Mapping a process step by step reveals delays, duplicated work, and handoff problems.","Process maps revealā¦",["Delays and duplicated work","Profits","Holidays"],0],["Operations & data","Spans and layers","Spans are how many people each manager leads; layers are levels of management. Too many layers slow decisions.","Too many management layers canā¦",["Slow decisions","Speed everything","Do nothing"],0],["Operations & data","Outsourcing","Outsourcing hands some work to another company. It can save money but reduces control.","A downside of outsourcing isā¦",["Less control","More control","No savings ever"],0],["Operations & data","Data cleaning","Real data is messy: duplicates, gaps, typos. Cleaning it carefully comes before any analysis.","Before analysis, data should beā¦",["Cleaned","Deleted","Ignored"],0],["Operations & data","Charts that explain","A good chart makes one point clearly. Its title should state the takeaway.","A good chart title statesā¦",["The takeaway","Only the date","Only the data source"],0],["Operations & data","Pareto analysis","Pareto charts show which few causes create most problems, so teams fix those first.","Pareto analysis findsā¦",["The few causes behind most problems","All causes equally","No causes"],0],["Operations & data","Customer journey","Mapping a customerās journey, from first hearing about a company to after purchase, shows where they get frustrated.","A customer journey map showsā¦",["Where customers get frustrated","Office floors","Pay rates"],0],["Operations & data","KPIs and dashboards","Consultants help clients pick a few KPIs that track progress on the new plan.","Clients should trackā¦",["A few key KPIs","Every number","Only revenue"],0],["Operations & data","Quick wins","Quick wins are easy improvements that show results fast and build support for bigger changes.","Quick wins helpā¦",["Build support for bigger changes","Replace all strategy","Hide problems"],0],["Operations & data","Implementation","A great plan fails without execution. Consultants often help with timelines, owners, and tracking.","Plans fail withoutā¦",["Execution","Slides","Fonts"],0],["Operations & data","AI in consulting","Consultants use AI tools to search, summarize, and analyze faster, but still check results and apply judgment.","AI tools in consulting still needā¦",["Human checking and judgment","Only more AI","No human input"],0],["Communication & career","Pyramid principle","The pyramid principle says to start with the answer, then group supporting arguments, then the details.","The pyramid principle starts withā¦",["The answer","The details","An apology"],0],["Communication & career","Storylining","Consultants plan the story of a presentation before making slides, so each slide supports the main message.","A storyline is plannedā¦",["Before making slides","After the meeting","After all slides are done"],0],["Communication & career","Executive summaries","An executive summary gives busy leaders the key findings and recommendations in a page or less.","An executive summary should beā¦",["Short and focused on key points","Very long","A list of all data"],0],["Communication & career","Handling tough questions","When challenged, good consultants stay calm, admit what they donāt know, and promise to follow up.","If you donāt know an answer, you shouldā¦",["Admit it and follow up","Make something up","Change the subject"],0],["Communication & career","Client relationships","Trust comes from honesty, delivering on time, and caring about the clientās success.","Client trust comes fromā¦",["Honesty and delivering on time","Flattery only","Big invoices"],0],["Communication & career","Teamwork","Consulting teams often include analysts, consultants, and a manager. Clear roles and fast feedback keep work moving.","Consulting teams work best withā¦",["Clear roles and fast feedback","No communication","One person doing everything"],0],["Communication & career","Travel and lifestyle","Many consultants travel to client sites, though more work is remote now. Hours can be long.","Consulting often involvesā¦",["Travel and long hours","No work","Only weekends"],0],["Communication & career","Types of firms","Firms range from huge global strategy firms to small boutiques focused on one industry or skill.","A boutique consulting firmā¦",["Focuses on a niche","Has every service","Doesnāt exist"],0],["Communication & career","Internal consulting","Some big companies have internal strategy teams that do consulting work for their own leaders.","Internal consultants work forā¦",["Their own company","Competitors","The government only"],0],["Communication & career","Billing","Consultants are often billed by time or by project. Clients expect value worth more than the fee.","Clients expect consulting value to beā¦",["Worth more than the fee","Free","Unrelated to the fee"],0],["Communication & career","Independence of advice","Advice should be based on the clientās interests, not on selling more work.","Good advice is based onā¦",["The clientās interests","Selling more work","Gossip"],0],["Communication & career","Learning curve","Consulting exposes people to many industries fast. Many later move into leadership roles at companies.","Consulting experience often leads toā¦",["Leadership roles","Only consulting forever","Only entry-level roles"],0],["Communication & career","Getting started","Students prepare by practicing case interviews, joining business clubs, and building analytical and presentation skills.","Students preparing for consulting should practiceā¦",["Case interviews","Memorizing frameworks only","Only spreadsheets"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š¬ Tell them what they want","s":"The CEO wants your report to say their favorite idea is brilliant. The data says it isnāt.","c":[["Present the data honestly and offer better options",8,25,0,2,"Honest advice is what clients are paying for."],["Call the idea strong, since the CEO has final say",-10,5,-3,0,"Bad advice hurts the client and your firmās reputation."],["Leave out the data that doesnāt support it",-6,0,-2,0,"Cherry-picking misleads leaders."]]},{"t":"āļø Easy layoffs","s":"The fastest way to cut costs is laying off 30% of staff.","c":[["Look for other savings first and plan cuts carefully",7,25,0,2,"Thoughtful plans protect the business and treat people fairly."],["Recommend the 30% layoff now to save money fast",-6,5,-1,1,"Quick cuts can save money but damage morale and skills."],["Cut the safety budget, since accidents have been rare",-12,0,-4,0,"Cutting safety puts people at risk."]]},{"t":"š Confidential data","s":"A competitor of your client offers a big fee if you share what you learned.","c":[["Decline and keep your clientās information private",8,25,0,2,"Confidentiality is the core of consulting."],["Share only general trends, not specific numbers",-14,0,-4,0,"Leaking client secrets ends careers."],["Hear their offer first before deciding",-16,0,-5,0,"Selling secrets is unethical and may be illegal."]]},{"t":"š
Rushed deadline","s":"The client wants your full recommendation in 3 days instead of 3 weeks.","c":[["Deliver a clear first draft and say whatās uncertain",6,20,0,2,"Honest early answers help clients decide."],["Present your best guess as a firm recommendation",-8,0,-3,0,"False certainty leads to bad decisions."],["Explain you canāt share anything until three weeks",-3,5,0,1,"Being careful is fine, but help them where you can."]]},{"t":"š§āš¤āš§ Pushback from staff","s":"Workers at the client resist your changes.","c":[["Listen to their concerns and adjust the plan",7,20,1,2,"Workers often know whatās really broken."],["Ask leadership to require everyone to follow it",-5,0,-2,0,"Forced change often fails."],["Keep going, since resistance fades over time",-6,0,-1,0,"Plans fail without buy-in."]]},{"t":"š Upsell temptation","s":"Your firm wants you to sell the client an extra project they donāt really need.","c":[["Recommend only what actually helps",7,20,0,2,"Clients trust advisors who donāt pad the bill."],["Sell it, since the client can afford the extra fee",-8,5,-1,0,"Unneeded work damages trust."],["Describe the problem as bigger so they see the need",-12,0,-2,0,"Thatās dishonest."]]}],"rk":[["Consulting Intern","Main Street Advisors","šŖ",2,2],["Business Analyst","Main Street Advisors","šŖ",3,3],["Consultant","Clearpath Group","š§",4,3],["Engagement Manager","Clearpath Group","š§",5,4],["Principal","Summit Strategy","šļø",6,5],["Senior Partner","Apex Consulting","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Rookie","š Slide Maker","š§ Problem Solver","š Trusted Advisor","š Turnaround Pro","š Consulting Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds more fun?","Solving a different companyās problem every few months","s","Becoming an expert in one industry","i"],["Which would you rather do?","Build a data model","d","Present to a CEO","s"],["Pick a vibe","Travel and variety","s","Deep focus","i"],["What fits you better?","Spreadsheets and statistics","d","Big-picture thinking","s"],["Which do you enjoy more?","Knowing everything about one topic","i","Finding patterns in data","d"]],"r":{"s":["Strategy consultant","You like big-picture puzzles. Strategy consultants help leaders decide where to go next."],"d":["Data or analytics consultant","You love numbers. Analytics consultants use data to find answers."],"i":["Industry specialist","You want deep expertise. Specialists focus on one area, like healthcare or energy."]}},"about":{"does":"Management consultants help organizations fix problems and get better. They interview people, analyze data, find whatās working and what isnāt, and recommend changes.","day":["Interview managers at a client company","Analyze data in a spreadsheet","Build slides with recommendations","Present findings to the clientās leaders"],"skills":["Problem-solving","Data analysis","Clear presentations","Working well with many kinds of people"],"path":"Many join consulting firms right after college or a business degree. Firms hire from many majors and test problem-solving with ācase interviews.ā","real":"Real consulting projects take weeks or months, and results depend on the client following through. The game simplifies it into random yearly results."},"twist":{"k":"deal","name":"Client pitch","emo":"š¤","ask":"A big company is choosing a consulting firm this year. How do you pitch?","o":[["Safe: proven methods and references","likely win, small reward",0.75,15,2,2],["Balanced: a fresh idea backed by data","medium odds, medium reward",0.5,35,5,5],["Bold: promise to double their profits","long shot, big reward",0.25,70,10,10]],"winMsg":"Your firm won the project!","loseMsg":"They picked another firm.","desc":"Each year you pitch for one big project. Better fit across your clients raises your odds.","how":"Every year you choose a safe, balanced, or bold pitch for a big new project. Bold is less likely to win but pays more XP and boosts one clientās value. Losing costs trust. Your average fit and rank raise the odds.","achName":"Pitch perfect","achDesc":"Win 3 client pitches"},"tips":["Cautious or public clients need data and careful cost work.","Always keep each clientās minimum in Data analysis.","Keep the big merger at 25% or less.","Strong, growing companies can take on new markets."],"f":"biz","task":{"emo":"š³","name":"Profit tree","gen":"profit_mc","how":"Each year you break a clientās profit into price, cost, and volume to find what went wrong."},"cast":{"scene":"šļø š¼ š ā š¢","boss":["Ms. Okafor","š©š¾āš¼","the company VP"],"buddy":["Leo","š§š»āš¼","your work buddy"],"rival":["Blake","š§š¼āš¼","the rival hotshot"]},"play":{"k":"cards","u":"š§āš¼","pot":"š²","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Clearpath Consulting","h":[8,20],"m":["š” Insight","š¤ Client trust","ā±ļø Deadlines"],"t":[["c","šØāš¼ Client CEO","Wants a specific answer","He wants you to conclude that his rival division is the problem.",[["Follow the data and present what it shows, respectfully",[12,6,0],"Consultants are valuable because theyāre objective.",2],["Give him the conclusion he wants, since he is the paying client",[-14,4,0],"Biased advice can sink a company.",0],["Turn down the project, since heās already made up his mind",[0,-8,0],"Better to agree on an honest approach.",1]]],["n","Revenue drop","Sales fell from $8 million to $6 million. Whatās the percent drop?",25,0.1,"%","($8M ā $6M) Ć· $8M Ć 100 = 25%.",0],["b","Problem tree","Is it a cause of falling profit?",["š Lower revenue","šø Higher costs"],[["Fewer customers",0],["Rent went up",1],["Prices cut too much",0],["More overtime pay",1],["Customers buying less each visit",0],["Shipping fees rose",1]],"Breaking a problem into parts helps find the real cause.",0],["o","Client project","Order the consulting process.",["Understand the clientās question","Gather data and interview people","Analyze and find patterns","Build recommendations","Present and plan next steps"],"Hypothesis-driven work keeps projects focused.",0],["s","Slide check","Tap the slides that would confuse an executive.",[["Title states the main takeaway",0],["Wall of tiny text",1],["Chart with no labels",1],["One clear recommendation",0],["Different number than the last slide for the same thing",1]],"Clear slides help leaders decide fast.",0],["c","š§ Junior analyst","Overnight deadline","Your analyst made an error in a chart due tomorrow morning.",[["Help fix it together and teach how to double-check",[8,4,8],"Good leaders coach rather than blame.",2],["Quietly fix the chart yourself tonight so itās right for the morning",[4,0,2],"Fixed, but they wonāt learn.",1],["Tell the partner about the analystās mistake so itās on record",[0,0,-6],"Too harsh for a fixable mistake.",0]]],["q","Strong recommendation?","Rapid round",["ā
Strong","ā Weak"],[["Backed by data",0],["Vague: āimprove thingsā",1],["Has an owner and a deadline",0],["Ignores cost",1],["Measurable goal",0]],"Recommendations must be specific and actionable.",0]]}},"goviral":{"id":"goviral","title":"Go Viral š±","role":"Social Media Manager","tag":"Post smart. Grow real fans.","emo":["š±","ā¤ļø","š"],"unit":"","bigA":2000000,"newsName":"Trending now","th":{"a":"#e64980","b":"#7950f2","g1":"#ffdeeb","g2":"#e5dbff","ad":"#f783ac","d1":"#4a0b2a","d2":"#2a1b6a"},"pitch":"Split each brandās content plan across post types, keep a posting streak alive, and see whether social media work fits you.","goal":"grow each brandās real, engaged followers without a PR disaster, and keep the brandās trust.","w":{"cl":"brand","cls":"brands","Cl":"Brand","val":"Followers","total":"Followers managed","alloc":"Content plan","hor":"Goal","trust":"Brand trust","mkt":"Engagement"},"opts":[{"id":"comm","n":"š¬ Replying to the community","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Answer comments and DMs. Builds loyal fans."},{"id":"sched","n":"š
Consistent posting","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Regular, quality posts on a schedule."},{"id":"vid","n":"š¬ Short videos","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Reels and shorts. Big reach when they hit."},{"id":"collab","n":"š¤³ Creator collabs","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Team up with creators to reach their fans."},{"id":"hot","n":"š¶ļø One spicy hot take","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"one":true,"d":"A bold opinion post. Goes viral, or goes very wrong."},{"id":"meme","n":"š Meme trends","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"Jump on every meme. Hilarious or cringe."}],"must":"comm","cases":[{"name":"Mamaās Pizza š","story":"A local pizza place that wants regulars, not drama.","amt":5000,"hor":"This year","rl":1.6,"rh":2.7,"min":22,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Local businesses grow through real community, not chaos."},{"name":"GlowSkin Beauty š","story":"A skincare brand selling mostly to teens and young adults.","amt":40000,"hor":"Launch season","rl":3,"rh":4.4,"min":12,"maxLoss":28,"tip":"Videos and collabs fit beauty, but stay honest about results."},{"name":"City Library š","story":"Wants more young people to know about free events.","amt":3000,"hor":"School year","rl":2.2,"rh":3.4,"min":20,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Public institutions need trust. Fun is fine, drama isnāt."},{"name":"Rage Gaming Chairs š®","story":"A loud gaming brand that loves edgy jokes.","amt":60000,"hor":"1 year","rl":3.4,"rh":4.7,"min":8,"maxLoss":35,"tip":"Edgy brands can meme, but one hot take can still go too far."},{"name":"Green Earth Nonprofit š","story":"An environmental group that needs supporters and donations.","amt":15000,"hor":"Campaign","rl":2.4,"rh":3.6,"min":18,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Causes need authenticity. Community and video stories work."},{"name":"Pro Sports Team ā½","story":"Huge following and very passionate fans.","amt":200000,"hor":"Season","rl":2.8,"rh":4.1,"min":15,"maxLoss":20,"tip":"Big fan bases expect constant content and real replies."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Everythingās trending","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal year","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Algorithm change","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Platform meltdown","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["A new feature is boosting brand posts","Users are spending more time on the app"],"normal":["Engagement steady across platforms","No big changes to the feed"],"rough":["The app quietly changed what it shows people","Brand posts get less reach this month"],"crash":["A major platform faces an outage and exodus","Users flee after a privacy scandal"]},"intro":[["Real fans beat fake numbers","Followers who care and comment are worth far more than bought or bored ones."],["One hot take can backfire","A spicy post might go viral, or start a crisis. Keep it a small slice."],["Fit the brand","A local pizza shop and an edgy gaming brand need very different content."]],"ls":[["Social basics","What social media managers do","Social media managers plan and post content for a brand, reply to followers, track results, and handle problems when they come up.","Social media managersā¦",["Plan posts, reply to fans, and track results","Only post updates","Only design logos"],0],["Social basics","Engagement","Engagement means likes, comments, shares, and saves. It shows people actually care, which matters more than raw follower counts.","Engagement includesā¦",["Comments and shares","Only follower count","Server speed"],0],["Social basics","Know the platform","Each platform has its own style and audience. A post that works on one may flop on another.","Why tailor posts to each platform?",["Audiences and styles differ","Theyāre all identical","Itās against the rules not to"],0],["Content","Consistency","Posting regularly helps people remember a brand and helps algorithms show it. Quality still matters more than quantity.","Consistency helps becauseā¦",["People and algorithms keep seeing you","It makes posts worse","Itās not allowed"],0],["Content","Short video","Short videos often get the most reach. Hooking viewers in the first seconds is key.","What matters most in a short video?",["Hooking viewers in the first seconds","Making it long","No sound ever"],0],["Content","Analytics","Analytics show which posts worked: reach, engagement, and clicks. Good managers test, learn, and adjust.","Analytics help youā¦",["Learn which posts work","Delete your account","Avoid posting"],0],["Trust","Crisis response","When something goes wrong, respond quickly, honestly, and calmly. Deleting criticism or arguing usually makes it worse.","During a social media crisis, you shouldā¦",["Respond quickly and honestly","Delete all comments","Argue with everyone"],0],["Trust","Disclosure and fake followers","Paid partnerships must be clearly disclosed. Buying fake followers breaks platform rules and fools nobody for long.","Buying fake followers isā¦",["Against platform rules and misleading","A smart growth trick","Required"],0],["Platforms & audience","Audience research","Before posting, learn who follows a brand, what they like, and when theyāre online. Platform analytics show much of this.","Platform analytics can showā¦",["Who follows you and when theyāre online","Customersā private messages","Competitorsā sales"],0],["Platforms & audience","Platform differences","Short videos, photos, long videos, and text posts work differently on each platform. One-size-fits-all posts underperform.","Posting the same thing everywhere usuallyā¦",["Underperforms","Works best","Is required"],0],["Platforms & audience","Algorithms","Algorithms decide which posts people see, based on signals like watch time, shares, and comments.","Algorithms often rewardā¦",["Watch time and shares","Long captions only","Posting at 3 a.m."],0],["Platforms & audience","Organic vs. paid","Organic posts reach people for free. Paid posts are ads that push content to chosen audiences.","Boosting a post with money isā¦",["Paid social","Organic","Earned"],0],["Platforms & audience","Best time to post","Posting when followers are active can increase early engagement, which can help reach.","Posting when followers are active canā¦",["Boost early engagement","Lower reach always","Do nothing"],0],["Platforms & audience","Brand voice online","A brandās voice should stay consistent across posts, replies, and captions so it feels like the same personality.","A consistent brand voice feels likeā¦",["The same personality everywhere","Random accounts","A robot"],0],["Platforms & audience","Social listening","Social listening tracks what people say about a brand or topic online, even when the brand isnāt tagged.","Social listening tracksā¦",["What people say about a brand","Only your own posts","Phone calls"],0],["Platforms & audience","Community guidelines","Every platform has rules about content. Breaking them can get posts removed or accounts banned.","Breaking platform rules can lead toā¦",["Removed posts or bans","More reach","Verified badges"],0],["Platforms & audience","Age-appropriate content","Brands that reach teens and kids have extra responsibilities, and some laws restrict collecting data from children.","Brands reaching kids mustā¦",["Be extra careful with content and data","Ignore age","Collect all data"],0],["Platforms & audience","Followers vs. reach","Followers are people who subscribed. Reach is how many people actually saw a post, which can be much lower or higher.","Reach measuresā¦",["How many people saw a post","Total followers","Likes only"],0],["Platforms & audience","Engagement rate","Engagement rate is engagements divided by reach or followers. 50 interactions from 1,000 viewers is 5%.","50 interactions from 1,000 viewers isā¦",["5%","50%","0.5%"],0],["Platforms & audience","Niche communities","Smaller niche communities often engage more deeply than huge general audiences.","Niche communities oftenā¦",["Engage more deeply","Never engage","Are fake"],0],["Platforms & audience","Emerging platforms","New platforms appear often. Testing early can win attention, but donāt abandon what already works.","With a new platform, itās smart toā¦",["Test it without abandoning what works","Delete every other account","Ignore it forever"],0],["Creating content","Content pillars","Content pillars are 3ā5 main themes a brand posts about, like tips, behind-the-scenes, and customer stories.","Content pillars areā¦",["A brandās main post themes","Columns in a building","Ad budgets"],0],["Creating content","Content calendars","A content calendar plans posts in advance, making sure themes rotate and nothing important is missed.","A content calendar helpsā¦",["Plan posts in advance","Delete posts","Skip posting"],0],["Creating content","Hooks","A hook is the first second or line that grabs attention. Without one, people scroll past.","A hook shouldā¦",["Grab attention immediately","Be at the very end","Be boring"],0],["Creating content","Captions","Captions add context, personality, and a call to action. Many people watch videos with sound off, so on-screen captions help too.","On-screen captions help becauseā¦",["Many people watch with sound off","Nobody reads","Theyāre required"],0],["Creating content","Hashtags","Hashtags can help people discover posts. A few relevant ones beat dozens of random ones.","Hashtags work best when theyāreā¦",["Few and relevant","Many and random","Hidden"],0],["Creating content","Visual consistency","Consistent colors, fonts, and style make posts instantly recognizable in a crowded feed.","Visual consistency makes postsā¦",["Recognizable","Boring always","Invisible"],0],["Creating content","User-generated content","User-generated content is posts made by fans or customers. With permission, sharing it builds trust and community.","Before sharing fan content, you shouldā¦",["Ask permission and give credit","Take it without asking","Delete it"],0],["Creating content","Behind the scenes","Behind-the-scenes posts show the people and process behind a brand, making it feel human.","Behind-the-scenes posts make brands feelā¦",["Human","Fake","Distant"],0],["Creating content","Storytelling","Stories with a beginning, problem, and payoff keep people watching longer than plain product shots.","Stories keep viewersā¦",["Watching longer","Leaving faster","Confused"],0],["Creating content","Trends with judgment","Jumping on trends can boost reach, but only if it fits the brand and the trend isnāt offensive or tied to something serious.","Before joining a trend, checkā¦",["That it fits and isnāt offensive","Only the view count","Only the music"],0],["Creating content","Copyright and music","Using songs, clips, or images without the right permissions can get posts removed. Platforms offer licensed music libraries for brands.","Brands should use music that isā¦",["Properly licensed","Any song they like","Stolen"],0],["Creating content","Accessibility","Alt text, captions, and readable colors make posts usable for people with disabilities.","Alt text helpsā¦",["People using screen readers","Search rankings only","Only photographers"],0],["Creating content","Repurposing","One video can become clips, quotes, and images for different platforms. Repurposing saves time.","Repurposing content meansā¦",["Reusing it in new formats","Deleting it","Copying competitors"],0],["Creating content","Live streams","Live streams let brands talk with fans in real time. Planning and moderation keep them on track.","Live streams needā¦",["Planning and moderation","Only a fast connection","Only a script"],0],["Growth & collabs","Creator partnerships","Brands partner with creators to reach their audiences. The best fits share values and audience interests.","The best creator partnersā¦",["Share the brandās values and audience","Have the most followers only","Are random"],0],["Growth & collabs","Briefs for creators","A creator brief explains goals, key messages, and rules while leaving room for the creatorās style.","A good creator briefā¦",["Gives goals but leaves room for style","Scripts every word","Says nothing"],0],["Growth & collabs","Fake follower checks","Before partnering, brands check for fake followers: sudden spikes, low engagement, and odd comments.","A sign of fake followers isā¦",["Huge follower count but very low engagement","Steady real comments","Normal growth"],0],["Growth & collabs","Giveaways","Giveaways can grow followers fast, but must follow platform rules and local laws, and may attract people who leave right after.","A risk of giveaways isā¦",["Followers who leave right after","Guaranteed loyal fans","No risk"],0],["Growth & collabs","Cross-promotion","Brands can promote each other to share audiences, like a cafĆ© and a bakery teaming up.","Cross-promotion lets brandsā¦",["Share audiences","Fight","Hide"],0],["Growth & collabs","Paid targeting","Paid social lets you target by interest, location, and behavior. Narrow targeting can lower wasted spend.","Narrow targeting canā¦",["Reduce wasted spend","Waste more money","Reach no one"],0],["Growth & collabs","Retargeting","Retargeting shows ads to people who already visited a site or engaged with a brand.","Retargeting reaches people whoā¦",["Already engaged with the brand","Never heard of it","Live on Mars"],0],["Growth & collabs","Social commerce","Many platforms let people buy directly in the app. Smooth checkout can turn views into sales.","Social commerce lets peopleā¦",["Buy inside the app","Only watch","Never buy"],0],["Growth & collabs","Employee advocacy","When employees share brand posts, they reach new audiences who often trust them more than ads.","Employee posts are often trustedā¦",["More than ads","Less than ads always","The same as ads"],0],["Growth & collabs","Measuring collabs","Track collab results with unique links or codes so you know what actually drove sales.","Unique discount codes helpā¦",["Track which collab worked","Hide results","Raise prices"],0],["Growth & collabs","Long-term ambassadors","Long-term creator ambassadors often build more trust than one-off posts.","Long-term ambassadors often buildā¦",["More trust","Less trust","No interest"],0],["Growth & collabs","Influencer contracts","Contracts with creators should cover pay, deliverables, deadlines, usage rights, and disclosure rules.","Influencer contracts should coverā¦",["Pay, deliverables, and disclosure","Only payment","Only posting dates"],0],["Data & crisis","Analytics basics","Key numbers include reach, impressions, engagement, clicks, saves, shares, and follower growth.","Which is a social media metric?",["Saves","Rent","Payroll"],0],["Data & crisis","Watch time","For video, watch time and completion rate show whether people stuck around. Short, punchy videos often finish better.","Completion rate showsā¦",["Whether viewers watched to the end","Likes only","Your phone battery"],0],["Data & crisis","Testing posts","Try different hooks, lengths, or times and compare results. Change one thing at a time.","When testing posts, changeā¦",["One thing at a time","Everything","Only the caption"],0],["Data & crisis","Reporting results","Reports should connect social numbers to business goals, like sign-ups or sales, not just likes.","Social reports should connect toā¦",["Business goals","Only likes","Only follower counts"],0],["Data & crisis","Sentiment","Sentiment analysis tracks whether people talk about a brand positively, negatively, or neutrally.","Sentiment shows whether mentions areā¦",["Positive, negative, or neutral","Long or short","Old or new"],0],["Data & crisis","Moderation","Moderation means removing spam, hate, and harassment while allowing honest criticism.","Good moderation removesā¦",["Spam and hate, not honest criticism","All criticism","Only negative reviews"],0],["Data & crisis","Crisis plans","A crisis plan lists who decides, who speaks, and how fast to respond. Having one ready saves precious time.","A crisis plan saysā¦",["Who decides and responds","Only who posts","Only the apology wording"],0],["Data & crisis","Apologies that work","A real apology takes responsibility, avoids excuses, and explains what will change.","A real apology includesā¦",["What will change","Excuses","Blaming fans"],0],["Data & crisis","Pausing scheduled posts","During a crisis or tragic news event, pause cheerful scheduled posts so the brand doesnāt look tone-deaf.","During a crisis, scheduled posts should beā¦",["Paused","Doubled","Ignored"],0],["Data & crisis","Account security","Strong passwords, two-factor authentication, and limited access protect brand accounts from hackers.","Two-factor authentication helpsā¦",["Protect accounts from hackers","Slow posting","Gain followers"],0],["Data & crisis","Trolls","Trolls try to provoke reactions. Usually the best move is not to feed them; moderate if they break rules.","With trolls, itās usually best toā¦",["Not feed them","Argue for hours","Insult them back"],0],["Data & crisis","Misinformation","If false info spreads about a brand, respond with clear facts and sources rather than attacking people.","When false info spreads, respond withā¦",["Clear facts","Insults","Silence forever"],0],["Data & crisis","Burnout in social media","Social media jobs can feel āalways on.ā Schedules, shared coverage, and limits help managers stay healthy.","Social media managers stay healthy withā¦",["Schedules and shared coverage","Never logging off","No breaks"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š„ Comment storm","s":"A post was misunderstood and the comments are turning angry.","c":[["Reply calmly to clarify, and apologize if you were wrong",7,25,0,2,"Calm, honest replies cool things down."],["Delete the post and comments to stop the spread",-8,0,-3,0,"Deleting looks like hiding."],["Reply directly to the loudest critics to set the record straight",-10,0,-3,0,"Fighting fans makes headlines."]]},{"t":"š¤ Buy followers?","s":"Your boss suggests buying 50,000 fake followers to look popular.","c":[["Explain why it backfires and grow for real",7,25,0,2,"Fake followers donāt buy anything and can get accounts penalized."],["Buy them to give the account a quick boost",-10,0,-3,0,"Fake numbers get noticed, and platforms remove them."],["Buy a few thousand so it looks natural",-6,0,-2,0,"Smaller fakes are still fakes."]]},{"t":"šø Undisclosed ad","s":"A creator wants to post about your brand without saying itās paid.","c":[["Require a clear #ad disclosure",7,25,0,2,"Disclosure is required by law in many places, including the US."],["Let them post it naturally so it feels authentic",-10,0,-3,0,"Hidden ads can bring fines and backlash."],["Allow it with the disclosure at the very end",-6,0,-2,0,"Disclosures have to be clear."]]},{"t":"š Algorithm shock","s":"Reach drops 40% overnight after an app update.","c":[["Test new formats and lean on your community",6,20,1,2,"Adapting and loyal fans soften algorithm hits."],["Post many more times a day to win back reach",-4,0,-2,0,"Spamming usually lowers engagement further."],["Stop posting until the algorithm settles down",-6,0,-2,0,"Disappearing makes it worse."]]},{"t":"š³ļø Hot-button topic","s":"A big controversial news story breaks. Your intern wants the brand to post an edgy joke about it.","c":[["Pause, check it fits your brand, and stay respectful",6,20,0,2,"Not every moment needs a brand post."],["Post it fast, since timing is everything online",-10,0,-3,0,"Jokes about serious news can blow up."],["Post it and take it down if the reaction is bad",-6,0,-2,0,"Screenshots last forever."]]},{"t":"š Super fan","s":"A fan made amazing art of your brandās mascot.","c":[["Share it with credit and thank them",6,20,1,2,"Celebrating fans builds community."],["Use it in your next ad campaign right away",-8,0,-2,0,"Using someoneās work without permission isnāt okay."],["Let it be, since itās their personal post",-1,5,0,1,"A missed chance to connect."]]}],"rk":[["Social Intern","Local Buzz Co.","šŖ",2,2],["Social Media Coordinator","Local Buzz Co.","šŖ",3,3],["Social Media Specialist","Pixel Pop Agency","āØ",4,3],["Social Media Manager","Pixel Pop Agency","āØ",5,4],["Head of Social","Trendsetters Inc.","š„",6,5],["Chief Brand Officer","Mega Media Group","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Rookie","š± Poster","š Sharer","š Trendsetter","š Viral Pro","š Social Icon"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds more fun?","Filming and editing short videos","c","Replying to fans all day","m"],["Which would you rather do?","Study which posts performed best","a","Plan a content calendar","c"],["Pick a vibe","Creative and fast","c","People-focused","m"],["What fits you better?","Charts and numbers","a","Talking with people","m"],["Which do you enjoy more?","Making things","c","Finding patterns","a"]],"r":{"c":["Content creator or strategist","You love making things. Content creators film, design, and write posts."],"m":["Community manager","You like people. Community managers build fan relationships and handle tough moments."],"a":["Social media analyst","You love numbers. Social analysts measure what works and why."]}},"about":{"does":"Social media managers run a brandās accounts. They plan and create posts, reply to followers, team up with creators, track results, and handle crises.","day":["Post and schedule content","Reply to comments and messages","Check analytics from last week","Plan a collab with a creator"],"skills":["Writing and visual storytelling","Staying calm when things go wrong","Understanding trends","Reading data"],"path":"Many start by running accounts for clubs, small businesses, or themselves, then get coordinator jobs. Marketing or communications studies help.","real":"Real social media growth depends on content, timing, and platform changes no one controls. The game simplifies it into random yearly results."},"twist":{"k":"streak","name":"Posting streak","emo":"š„","desc":"String together strong years with no flops to build a streak. Each level boosts XP and follower growth.","how":"A strong year means 70+ average fit, positive growth, and no brand with a big drop. Each strong year in a row adds to your Posting streak, up to 4. The streak multiplies XP by up to Ć2 and adds up to +2.4% growth everywhere. One weak year resets it.","hi":"The algorithm loves you!","lo":"Streak broken. Time to rebuild.","achName":"Streak keeper","achDesc":"Reach a 3-year posting streak"},"tips":["Local and public brands need community replies and steady posts.","Always keep each brandās minimum in Replying to the community.","Keep the spicy hot take at 25% or less.","Edgy brands can meme more, but still spread it out."],"f":"biz","task":{"emo":"š¬","name":"Pick the hook","how":"Each year you choose the best opening for a post. Hooks decide whether people stop scrolling.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"Mamaās Pizza is posting a video of making dough. Which first line works best?","opts":["āWe stretch every crust by hand. Watch this.ā","āHello everyone, welcome to our video, today we willā¦ā","āPlease follow us, we need followers.ā","āPizza.ā"],"ok":0,"sc":[2,0,0,1],"why":"Start with the interesting moment. Long intros lose people in the first second."},{"kind":"mc","q":"GlowSkin wants to show a new sunscreen. Which caption is best and honest?","opts":["āNo white cast on any skin tone ā tested on our team. #adā","āErases wrinkles in one day!!!ā","āBetter than every other brand, guaranteed.ā","āBuy now.ā"],"ok":0,"sc":[2,0,0,1],"why":"Honest, specific claims build trust. Big promises can be false advertising."},{"kind":"mc","q":"City Library wants teens at a free game night. Which post fits?","opts":["Clip of last monthās tournament: āFree pizza + Mario Kart, Friday 6pm. Bring a friend.ā","A long post listing every library rule","A stock photo of books","āLibraries are important.ā"],"ok":0,"sc":[2,0,1,0],"why":"Show the fun, give the details, and make it easy to say yes."},{"kind":"mc","q":"Rage Gaming Chairs wants to join a trending meme. Whatās the best move?","opts":["Use the meme in a way thatās about sitting through long gaming sessions","Use the meme to make fun of a real tragedy","Post the meme with no connection to the brand","Skip trends forever"],"ok":0,"sc":[2,0,1,1],"why":"Trends work when they fit the brand and stay respectful."},{"kind":"mc","q":"Green Earth Nonprofit wants donations. Which opening is strongest?","opts":["āThis beach was covered in trash last week. Hereās what 40 volunteers did.ā","āPlease donate. We need money.ā","āClimate facts, part 47.ā","āFollow for more.ā"],"ok":0,"sc":[2,1,0,0],"why":"A before-and-after story makes the impact real."},{"kind":"mc","q":"A sports team just won in overtime. When should they post?","opts":["Within minutes, with the winning moment clip","Next week","Only after a long approval process","Never, it might jinx them"],"ok":0,"sc":[2,0,1,0],"why":"Speed matters for live moments. Fans want to celebrate now."}]},"cast":{"scene":"šļø š¼ š ā š¢","boss":["Ms. Okafor","š©š¾āš¼","the company VP"],"buddy":["Leo","š§š»āš¼","your work buddy"],"rival":["Blake","š§š¼āš¼","the rival hotshot"]},"play":{"k":"cards","u":"š§āš¼","pot":"š²","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Pulse Social Agency","h":[9,19],"m":["š Engagement","šÆ Brand fit","ā ļø Reputation"],"t":[["c","š¬ Comments","Angry customer","A customer posts that their order arrived broken. Itās getting replies.",[["Reply publicly with an apology and move to DMs to fix it",[4,4,12],"Fast, visible help turns critics into fans.",2],["Hide the comment so it stops spreading while you look into it",[-4,0,-12],"People notice deletions.",0],["Reply with a lighthearted joke to calm things down",[4,-6,-8],"Humor about a real problem looks careless.",0]]],["b","Pick the platform","Where does this content fit best?",["šµ Short video","šø Photo post","š¼ LinkedIn"],[["Behind-the-scenes 15-second clip",0],["Professional job opening",2],["Polished product photo",1],["Trend challenge",0],["Company award announcement",2]],"Each platform has its own style and audience.",1],["n","Engagement rate","A post got 600 likes and comments and was seen by 20,000 people. Engagement rate = engagements Ć· reach Ć 100.",3,0.05,"%","600 Ć· 20,000 Ć 100 = 3%.",0],["s","Post check","Tap what could get the brand in trouble.",[["Clear product photo",0],["Using a hit song without a license",1],["Giveaway with no official rules",1],["Accurate store hours",0],["A meme mocking a real customer",1]],"Copyright, contest rules, and respect protect the brand.",2],["q","Post now or wait?","Rapid round: is it safe to post?",["ā
Post","š Wait"],[["Scheduled sale post, all approved",0],["Joke post during a national tragedy",1],["Unverified rumor about a competitor",1],["Holiday greeting",0],["Typo in the price",1]],"Timing and accuracy matter.",2],["c","š± Trend","Should we join?","A trend is blowing up, but itās about something controversial.",[["Skip it and plan a trend that fits the brand",[0,10,8],"Not every trend fits your brand.",2],["Join the trend right away while itās still getting attention",[10,-8,-12],"Viral for the wrong reasons.",0],["Post a poll asking followers if the brand should join the trend",[0,0,0],"Make a decision with your team.",1]]],["o","Content week","Order the planning steps.",["Check goals and audience","Brainstorm ideas","Create the content","Get approval","Schedule and post","Review results"],"A content calendar keeps posting consistent.",0]]}},"cartrush":{"id":"cartrush","title":"Cart Rush š","role":"E-commerce Seller","tag":"Sell online. Stay in stock. Stay in business.","emo":["š","š¦","š»"],"unit":"$","bigA":600000,"newsName":"Online store news","th":{"a":"#1098ad","b":"#82c91e","g1":"#c5f6fa","g2":"#e9fac8","ad":"#3bc9db","d1":"#0b3a42","d2":"#2a4a05"},"pitch":"Run several online shops, split each oneās money, keep cash from running out, and see whether selling online fits you.","goal":"grow every online shop without running out of cash, and keep your customersā trust.","w":{"cl":"shop","cls":"shops","Cl":"Shop","val":"Shop revenue","total":"Total revenue","alloc":"Money plan","hor":"Season","trust":"Customer trust","mkt":"Online shopping"},"opts":[{"id":"buf","n":"šµ Cash buffer","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Money saved for refunds, slow months, and surprises."},{"id":"best","n":"ā Proven best sellers","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Restock what already sells. Reliable."},{"id":"ads","n":"š Search ads","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Show up when shoppers search. Costs add up."},{"id":"bulk","n":"š¦ Big bulk inventory","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Buy lots to get a cheaper price. Risky if it doesnāt sell."},{"id":"viral","n":"šÆ One viral product","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"one":true,"d":"Bet on todayās trending gadget. Sells out or sits."},{"id":"intl","n":"š Launch in a new country","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"Huge new market, but shipping and rules are tricky."}],"must":"buf","cases":[{"name":"Handmade Candles šÆļø","story":"A small shop with loyal buyers and tight cash.","amt":20000,"hor":"Holidays","rl":1.6,"rh":2.7,"min":22,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Small shops survive by restocking winners and saving cash."},{"name":"Phone Case Planet š±","story":"Cheap cases that ride trends fast.","amt":40000,"hor":"New phone launch","rl":3.2,"rh":4.6,"min":10,"maxLoss":30,"tip":"Trendy products can take swings, but keep a cushion."},{"name":"Vintage Vinyl šµ","story":"Rare records for serious collectors.","amt":30000,"hor":"All year","rl":2,"rh":3.1,"min":18,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Collectors are loyal. Steady stock and search ads work."},{"name":"Fit Gear Co. šļø","story":"Workout gear that sells big in January.","amt":60000,"hor":"New Year","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":15,"maxLoss":20,"tip":"Seasonal peaks can justify bulk buys, carefully."},{"name":"Pet Treats Box š","story":"Monthly subscription with steady customers.","amt":50000,"hor":"All year","rl":1.8,"rh":2.9,"min":18,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Subscriptions reward reliability and cash buffers."},{"name":"Gadget Galaxy šø","story":"Imports cool gadgets and dreams of going global.","amt":80000,"hor":"1 year","rl":3.4,"rh":4.7,"min":10,"maxLoss":35,"tip":"Big dreams fit here, but one viral product isnāt a business plan."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Shopping frenzy","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal year","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Ad costs spike","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Shipping meltdown","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["Online shopping hits a new record","A shopping holiday breaks sales records"],"normal":["Online sales steady this season","Shoppers buying about as usual"],"rough":["Ad prices jump as more sellers compete","Shoppers hunt for cheaper options"],"crash":["Shipping delays strand packages for weeks","Marketplace changes fees overnight"]},"intro":[["Cash keeps the lights on","Online shops fail when cash runs out, often from too much inventory or ads that donāt pay off."],["One viral product is a gamble","Trends die fast. Leftover boxes eat your cash."],["Fit the shop","A handmade candle shop and a gadget importer need different plans."]],"ls":[["E-commerce basics","What e-commerce sellers do","Online sellers choose products, set up a store, take photos, write listings, run ads, ship orders, and handle returns. Itās like running a store without walls.","An online seller handlesā¦",["Listings, ads, shipping, and returns","Only the logo","Nothing after launch"],0],["E-commerce basics","Profit per order","Profit isnāt the sale price. Subtract product cost, shipping, platform fees, and ad costs. Some popular items barely make money.","A $30 sale with $25 in costs makesā¦",["$5 profit","$30 profit","$55 profit"],0],["E-commerce basics","Conversion rate","Conversion rate is the percent of visitors who buy. 1,000 visitors and 20 orders is a 2% conversion rate.","1,000 visitors, 30 orders. Conversion rate?",["3%","30%","0.3%"],0],["Money","Inventory risk","Buying lots of inventory gets a lower price per item but ties up cash. If it doesnāt sell, youāre stuck.","Whatās the risk of buying too much inventory?",["Cash gets stuck in unsold stock","It always sells eventually","Prices go up"],0],["Money","Cash flow","Cash flow is money coming in vs. going out over time. A shop can be profitable on paper and still run out of cash if money is stuck in inventory.","A business can run out of cash even while profitable becauseā¦",["Money is tied up in stock or unpaid bills","Profit is fake","Banks hate profit"],0],["Customers","Reviews","Reviews heavily influence online buyers. Great service and honest listings lead to good reviews.","What leads to good reviews?",["Honest listings and good service","Fake reviews","Slow shipping"],0],["Customers","Returns","Easy returns make shoppers more comfortable buying, but returns cost money. Clear photos and descriptions reduce them.","How can sellers reduce returns?",["Clear photos and descriptions","Hiding product details","Blurry pictures"],0],["Rules","Honest selling","Fake reviews, knockoffs, and misleading listings can get shops banned and bring fines. Selling real, safe products protects your business.","Selling knockoff brand-name products isā¦",["Illegal and can get you banned","A smart trick","Totally fine"],0],["Products & sourcing","Picking a niche","A niche is a focused market, like left-handed gaming gear. Niches have less competition and more loyal buyers.","A niche isā¦",["A focused market","Every product ever","A warehouse"],0],["Products & sourcing","Product research","Sellers study search trends, reviews, and competitor listings to find products people want but canāt easily get.","Product research looks atā¦",["Trends, reviews, and competitors","Only colors","Only your own preferences"],0],["Products & sourcing","Making vs. reselling","Sellers can make their own products, resell othersā products, or design products made by a factory. Each has different costs and control.","Designing products made by a factory is calledā¦",["Private labeling","Shoplifting","Reselling only"],0],["Products & sourcing","Finding suppliers","Suppliers can be local makers, wholesalers, or overseas factories. Samples help check quality before big orders.","Before a big order, ask forā¦",["Samples","A discount only","A bigger order"],0],["Products & sourcing","Minimum order quantity","Many suppliers require a minimum order quantity (MOQ). Big minimums can tie up cash.","A high MOQ canā¦",["Tie up cash","Save cash always","Do nothing"],0],["Products & sourcing","Dropshipping","Dropshipping means the supplier ships directly to customers, so the seller holds no stock. Margins are thin and quality control is harder.","In dropshipping, who ships to the customer?",["The supplier","The seller always","The customer"],0],["Products & sourcing","Print on demand","Print-on-demand makes items like shirts only after theyāre ordered. No inventory risk, but lower margins.","Print on demand reducesā¦",["Inventory risk","Margins to zero","Sales"],0],["Products & sourcing","Product safety rules","Products like toys, electronics, and cosmetics must meet safety rules. Sellers are responsible for what they sell.","Whoās responsible for product safety?",["The seller","Only the platform","Only the buyer"],0],["Products & sourcing","Trademarks and copyright","Selling products with other brandsā logos or characters without permission can break the law and get listings removed.","Selling items with another brandās logo without permission canā¦",["Break the law","Be fine","Boost trust"],0],["Products & sourcing","Landed cost","Landed cost is the full cost to get a product to your door: price, shipping, duties, and fees.","Landed cost includesā¦",["Price, shipping, and duties","Only the price","Only shipping"],0],["Products & sourcing","Pricing for profit","Prices must cover landed cost, platform fees, ads, shipping, and returns, with profit left over.","Prices must coverā¦",["All costs plus profit","Only the product","Only shipping"],0],["Products & sourcing","Seasonal products","Seasonal products sell big for a short time. Leftovers after the season are hard to move.","A risk of seasonal products isā¦",["Leftovers after the season","Selling all year","No risk"],0],["Products & sourcing","Product bundles","Bundling related items can raise order value and help move slower products.","Bundling canā¦",["Raise order value","Lower order value always","Do nothing"],0],["Store & listings","Marketplaces vs. your own site","Marketplaces bring shoppers but take fees and control. Your own site gives control but you must bring the traffic.","A marketplace gives sellersā¦",["Built-in shoppers but fees","No fees ever","Total control"],0],["Store & listings","Product titles","Good titles include the key words shoppers search for, like product type, size, and main feature.","Good product titles includeā¦",["Words shoppers search for","Only the brand name","Only adjectives"],0],["Store & listings","Product photos","Clear photos from several angles, with scale and in use, build confidence and reduce returns.","Good product photos showā¦",["Several angles and scale","One close-up","Only stock images"],0],["Store & listings","Descriptions","Descriptions explain benefits, sizes, materials, and care. Honest details prevent returns and bad reviews.","Honest descriptions preventā¦",["Returns and bad reviews","Sales","Traffic"],0],["Store & listings","Mobile shopping","Most online shopping happens on phones. Sites must load fast and be easy to use on small screens.","Most online shopping happens onā¦",["Phones","Fax machines","Typewriters"],0],["Store & listings","Checkout","A simple checkout with few steps and familiar payment options reduces abandoned carts.","A simple checkout reducesā¦",["Abandoned carts","Sales","Trust"],0],["Store & listings","Abandoned carts","Many shoppers add items and leave. Reminder emails, with permission, can win some back.","Abandoned cart emails try toā¦",["Win shoppers back","Scare them","Charge them"],0],["Store & listings","Shipping options","Shoppers compare shipping speed and cost. Free shipping thresholds, like āfree over $35,ā can raise order size.","āFree shipping over $35ā canā¦",["Raise order size","Lower sales always","Do nothing"],0],["Store & listings","Trust signals","Reviews, clear return policies, secure checkout, and contact info make shoppers trust a new store.","Trust signals includeā¦",["Reviews and clear return policies","Hidden contact info","No policies"],0],["Store & listings","Site speed","Slow pages lose shoppers. Compressing images and simple designs keep sites fast.","Slow pages usuallyā¦",["Lose shoppers","Gain shoppers","Donāt matter"],0],["Store & listings","Payment security","Payment providers handle card data securely. Sellers should never store full card numbers themselves.","Sellers shouldā¦",["Use secure payment providers","Store card numbers in a notebook","Email card numbers"],0],["Store & listings","Privacy policies","Stores that collect customer data need a privacy policy explaining whatās collected and why.","A privacy policy explainsā¦",["What data is collected and why","Return rules","Shipping prices"],0],["Store & listings","Brand story","A short brand story about who you are and why you started helps shoppers connect.","A brand story helps shoppersā¦",["Connect with you","Leave","Get confused"],0],["Marketing & growth","Search ads basics","Search ads appear when people search for products. You pay per click, so pick keywords that show buying intent.","Search ads work best with keywords that showā¦",["Buying intent","No intent","Random words"],0],["Marketing & growth","Social ads","Social ads reach people based on interests. Eye-catching video often works best.","Social ads often work best withā¦",["Eye-catching video","Plain text only","Long articles"],0],["Marketing & growth","ROAS for shops","Return on ad spend: $500 in sales from $100 in ads is a ROAS of 5. But profit depends on margins too.","$500 in sales from $100 in ads is a ROAS ofā¦",["5","0.5","50"],0],["Marketing & growth","Email lists","An email list is an owned audience. Sending useful updates and deals can bring repeat sales cheaply.","An email list is anā¦",["Owned audience","Expense only","Ad platform"],0],["Marketing & growth","Reviews and ratings","Asking happy customers for honest reviews builds social proof. Paying for fake reviews breaks rules and laws.","To get more reviews, sellers shouldā¦",["Ask happy customers for honest ones","Buy fake ones","Write their own"],0],["Marketing & growth","Influencer seeding","Sending free products to creators can spark posts, but paid or gifted posts must be disclosed.","Gifted influencer posts should beā¦",["Disclosed","Hidden","Deleted"],0],["Marketing & growth","Sales events","Holidays like Black Friday bring huge traffic. Planning stock and shipping weeks ahead prevents disasters.","For big sales events, planā¦",["Weeks ahead","The same day","The week of the sale"],0],["Marketing & growth","Coupons and discounts","Discounts can attract buyers but shrink margins. Constant sales train customers to wait.","Constant discounts canā¦",["Train customers to wait for sales","Raise margins","Do nothing"],0],["Marketing & growth","Repeat customers","Repeat customers cost less to win and often spend more. Great service brings them back.","Repeat customers are usuallyā¦",["Cheaper to win","More expensive","Rare always"],0],["Marketing & growth","Customer lifetime value","CLV estimates how much a customer spends over time. If CLV is much higher than ad cost, growth can pay off.","If CLV is much higher than ad cost, ads canā¦",["Pay off","Always lose money","Never work"],0],["Marketing & growth","SEO for stores","Clear product pages, helpful guides, and fast sites help shops show up in free search results.","SEO helps shops show up inā¦",["Free search results","TV ads","Billboards"],0],["Marketing & growth","Going international","Selling abroad means handling currencies, taxes, shipping rules, and languages. Start with one country.","When expanding abroad, itās smart toā¦",["Start with one country","Launch everywhere at once","Skip research"],0],["Marketing & growth","Analytics","Store analytics show traffic, conversion, best sellers, and where visitors come from.","Store analytics showā¦",["Traffic and best sellers","Only total revenue","Only shipping costs"],0],["Operations & money","Fulfillment","Fulfillment means storing, packing, and shipping orders. Sellers can do it themselves or use a fulfillment service.","Fulfillment includesā¦",["Storing, packing, and shipping","Only ads","Taxes"],0],["Operations & money","Packaging","Good packaging protects products and can make unboxing feel special. Oversized boxes raise shipping costs.","Oversized boxes usuallyā¦",["Raise shipping costs","Save money","Do nothing"],0],["Operations & money","Shipping carriers","Comparing carriers by price and speed for each package size can save a lot over many orders.","Comparing carriers canā¦",["Save money","Waste money","Do nothing"],0],["Operations & money","Inventory tracking","Tracking stock in real time prevents selling items you donāt have.","Real-time inventory tracking preventsā¦",["Selling items you donāt have","Sales","Shipping"],0],["Operations & money","Returns and refunds","Clear return rules and quick refunds keep customers happy. Tracking return reasons reveals product or listing problems.","Tracking return reasons helpsā¦",["Find product or listing problems","Hide problems","Raise prices"],0],["Operations & money","Customer support","Fast, friendly answers to questions and problems lead to good reviews and repeat buyers.","Fast customer support leads toā¦",["Good reviews","Bad reviews","More returns"],0],["Operations & money","Cash flow planning","Plan when money comes in and goes out. Big inventory orders before a busy season can leave a shop short on cash.","Big inventory orders can leave a shopā¦",["Short on cash","Richer instantly","Unchanged"],0],["Operations & money","Profit and loss","A P&L shows sales, costs, and profit over time. It reveals whether growth is actually making money.","A P&L showsā¦",["Sales, costs, and profit","Only sales","Only ads"],0],["Operations & money","Platform fees","Marketplaces charge listing, sale, and payment fees. They can take a big chunk of each order.","Marketplace fees canā¦",["Take a big chunk of each order","Be zero always","Pay the seller"],0],["Operations & money","Sales tax online","Online sellers in the US may need to collect sales tax in states where they sell, depending on each stateās rules.","Online sellers may need to collectā¦",["Sales tax","No taxes ever","Tips"],0],["Operations & money","Business licenses","Even online shops may need a business license or registration depending on location.","Online shops may needā¦",["A business license","A shipping license","Only a social media account"],0],["Operations & money","Fraud and chargebacks","A chargeback is when a buyer disputes a charge with their bank. Fraud checks and good records help sellers win valid disputes.","A chargeback happens whenā¦",["A buyer disputes a charge","A seller gets a bonus","Shipping is free"],0],["Operations & money","Automation tools","Tools can automate emails, inventory updates, and shipping labels, saving hours each week.","Automation tools canā¦",["Save hours each week","Replace all customers","Do nothing"],0],["Operations & money","Scaling up","Growing means more orders, staff, and systems. Processes that work at 10 orders a day may break at 1,000.","Processes that work small canā¦",["Break when you grow","Never break","Get easier automatically"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"ā Fake review offer","s":"A company offers 500 five-star reviews for $200.","c":[["Say no and earn real reviews",7,25,0,2,"Fake reviews break marketplace rules and can be illegal."],["Buy them to get your new shop off the ground",-10,0,-3,0,"Platforms remove fakes and can ban shops."],["Buy a small batch so it doesnāt look suspicious",-6,0,-2,0,"Smaller fakes are still fakes."]]},{"t":"š¦ Broken shipment","s":"A batch of products arrives damaged. Customers are complaining.","c":[["Refund or replace quickly and fix the packaging",8,25,0,2,"Fast fixes turn angry buyers into fans."],["Tell customers the shipping company caused it",-5,0,-1,0,"Customers want solutions."],["Wait for the messages to die down before replying",-10,0,-3,0,"Silence leads to one-star reviews."]]},{"t":"š Knockoff deal","s":"A supplier offers fake designer bags at a huge discount.","c":[["Refuse and sell only real products",8,25,0,2,"Selling counterfeits is illegal."],["Sell a few to test demand",-12,0,-4,0,"Marketplaces ban counterfeit sellers."],["Remove the logos and sell them as generic bags",-6,0,-2,0,"Copies can still break the law."]]},{"t":"š„ Product goes viral","s":"Your product appears in a viral video. Orders explode.","c":[["Restock carefully and be honest about shipping times",6,20,2,2,"Honest timelines keep customers happy during a rush."],["Promise next-day shipping and catch up later",-8,0,-2,0,"Broken promises lead to cancellations."],["Raise the price sharply while demand is high",-8,0,-2,0,"Price gouging angers buyers, and marketplaces can suppress or remove your listing."]]},{"t":"š Safety issue","s":"A customer reports a product overheated.","c":[["Pull it, investigate, and warn buyers",8,25,0,2,"Safety beats sales, always."],["Keep selling while you watch for more reports",-12,0,-4,0,"Ignoring safety risks can hurt people."],["Remove the review so it doesnāt scare buyers",-14,0,-4,0,"Hiding safety problems is dangerous."]]},{"t":"š³ Holiday ad splurge","s":"Itās November. Should you spend your whole cash buffer on ads?","c":[["Raise ads a little and track results daily",6,20,1,2,"Testing before scaling protects cash."],["Spend the whole buffer, since November is peak season",-6,0,-3,0,"If ads flop, youāre out of cash."],["Spend nothing on ads and protect your cash",-2,5,0,1,"Safe, but you miss the busy season."]]}],"rk":[["Side Hustler","Your Bedroom","šļø",2,2],["Solo Seller","Your Bedroom","šļø",3,3],["Shop Owner","Garage Warehouse","š¦",4,3],["Multi-Shop Owner","Garage Warehouse","š¦",5,4],["Brand Builder","Cloud Commerce Co.","āļø",6,5],["E-commerce Mogul","Global Cart Inc.","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Rookie","š First Sale","š¦ Packer","š Top Seller","š Best-Seller Badge","š Cart Rush Mogul"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds more fun?","Designing your own product","b","Finding products to resell","r"],["Which would you rather do?","Run ads and test what works","g","Talk with a factory about a new product","b"],["Pick a vibe","Creating a brand","b","Numbers and testing","g"],["What fits you better?","Hunting for deals","r","Building something new","b"],["Which do you enjoy more?","Spreadsheets of ad results","g","Browsing for hidden gems","r"]],"r":{"b":["Brand founder","You want to create. Brand founders design their own products and build a following."],"r":["Reseller or marketplace seller","You love finding deals. Resellers buy and sell products on marketplaces."],"g":["E-commerce marketer","You like testing and data. E-commerce marketers run ads and grow online sales."]}},"about":{"does":"E-commerce sellers run online stores. They choose or make products, write listings, take photos, run ads, ship orders, handle returns, and manage cash.","day":["Pack and ship yesterdayās orders","Answer customer questions","Check which ads made money","Reorder products running low"],"skills":["Self-motivation","Basic math and budgeting","Writing and photography","Customer service"],"path":"Many start small, selling crafts or reselling items, then grow. Thereās no required degree, but learning marketing, accounting, and product safety rules helps.","real":"Real online selling involves fees, taxes, and rules that vary by platform and country. The game simplifies all of that into random yearly results."},"twist":{"k":"runway","name":"Cash runway","emo":"šµ","start":12,"burn":3,"desc":"Each year costs cash. Good years and cash buffers add months. Run out and your shops close.","how":"You start with 12 months of cash. Each year costs about 3 months. Good results add months back, and keeping cash buffers helps. Great obstacle calls add a month; bad ones cost two. Hit zero and your career ends.","hi":"Cash is healthy.","lo":"Cash is draining. Careful.","brokeMsg":"šø You ran out of cash and had to close your shops.","achName":"Cash keeper","achDesc":"Reach year 8 without running out of cash"},"tips":["Small or subscription shops need cash buffers and proven sellers.","Always keep each shopās minimum in Cash buffer.","Keep the viral product at 25% or less.","Trendy shops can take more risk, but watch your cash."],"f":"biz","task":{"emo":"š§¾","name":"Profit per order","gen":"order_margin","how":"Each year you work out what one order really earns after product cost, shipping, fees, and ads."},"cast":{"scene":"šļø š¼ š ā š¢","boss":["Ms. Okafor","š©š¾āš¼","the company VP"],"buddy":["Leo","š§š»āš¼","your work buddy"],"rival":["Blake","š§š¼āš¼","the rival hotshot"]},"play":{"k":"crew","u":"š§āš¼","pot":"š²","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Your online shop","h":[8,22],"m":["šµ Cash","ā Reviews","š¦ Inventory"],"t":[["n","Profit per item","You sell a phone case for $20. It costs $6 to make, $4 to ship, and the platform takes $3. Whatās your profit?",7,0,"dollars","$20 ā $6 ā $4 ā $3 = $7.",0],["c","š¦ Supplier","Huge bulk discount","Your supplier offers 40% off if you buy 5,000 units. You sell about 300 a month.",[["Buy what you can sell in a few months; cash tied up in boxes can sink you",[8,0,8],"Cash flow matters more than discounts.",2],["Buy all 5,000 since the 40% discount means much bigger profit",[-14,0,-8],"Thatās over a year of stock.",0],["Pass on the deal and keep ordering the usual small amount",[-2,0,0],"A medium order could still save money.",1]]],["b","Customer messages","How should you respond?",["š Refund/replace","š¬ Answer question","š© Possible scam"],[["Item arrived broken, with photo",0],["Asks what size fits",1],["Asks you to ship to a different country and pay outside the site",2],["Wrong color sent",0],["Wants to know shipping time",1]],"Fast, fair responses earn good reviews.",1],["s","Product listing","Tap the problems.",[["Clear photos from three angles",0],["Says āreal leatherā (itās plastic)",1],["Exact size listed",0],["Uses a famous brandās logo without permission",1],["Shipping time: 3ā5 days",0]],"Truthful listings and no trademark misuse keep your shop safe.",1],["q","Review response","Rapid round: good response?",["ā
Good","ā Bad"],[["Thank happy reviewers",0],["Argue with a 1-star review",1],["Offer to fix a problem",0],["Post fake 5-star reviews",1],["Ask buyers to leave honest reviews",0]],"Honest reviews build trust. Fake ones break platform rules.",1],["c","š Holiday rush","Orders triple","Black Friday orders are 3Ć normal and youāre behind.",[["Update shipping times on the site and email buyers honestly",[2,10,0],"Setting expectations prevents angry reviews.",2],["Keep promising 2-day shipping and try to catch up this weekend",[4,-14,0],"Broken promises mean bad reviews.",0],["Pause the store until youāve shipped every order",[-12,0,0],"Youād lose your best sales week.",0]]],["n","Restock","You have 120 units and sell 15 a day. How many days until youāre out?",8,0,"days","120 Ć· 15 = 8 days.",2]]}},"riskradar":{"id":"riskradar","title":"Risk Radar š”ļø","role":"Insurance Underwriter","tag":"Price the risk. Protect the people.","emo":["š”ļø","šŖļø","š"],"unit":"$","bigA":1500000,"newsName":"Insurance bulletin","th":{"a":"#00897b","b":"#4fc3f7","g1":"#ccf2ee","g2":"#d6f0ff","ad":"#3fd6c4","d1":"#0b3a36","d2":"#0b2f4a"},"pitch":"Decide which kinds of policies each insurance branch writes, survive storm season, and see whether underwriting fits you.","goal":"write policies that earn a steady profit and can still pay every claim, and keep each branchās trust.","w":{"cl":"branch","cls":"branches","Cl":"Branch","val":"Policy book","total":"Policies managed","alloc":"Policy mix","hor":"Season","trust":"Trust","mkt":"Claims"},"opts":[{"id":"re","n":"š§Æ Reinsurance backup","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Insurance for the insurer. Pays if claims get huge."},{"id":"home","n":"š Homes in safe areas","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Few claims and steady premiums."},{"id":"car","n":"š Car insurance","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Lots of customers, regular small claims."},{"id":"biz","n":"š¢ Business policies","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Bigger premiums, bigger possible claims."},{"id":"sat","n":"š°ļø Insure one rocket launch","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"one":true,"d":"One huge policy. Big premium, but a crash costs a fortune."},{"id":"coast","n":"š Coastal homes","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"High premiums, but one hurricane can wipe out profits."}],"must":"re","cases":[{"name":"Quiet Valley Branch š²","story":"Serves a calm small town where people want simple, cheap coverage.","amt":200000,"hor":"All year","rl":1.6,"rh":2.7,"min":20,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"A cautious branch should stick to steady policies with backup."},{"name":"Sunshine Coast Branch šļø","story":"Lots of beach homes and hurricane risk.","amt":400000,"hor":"Storm season","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":22,"maxLoss":18,"tip":"Coastal risk is real. If you write it, back it with reinsurance."},{"name":"Metro Auto Branch š¦","story":"A city branch with lots of drivers.","amt":350000,"hor":"All year","rl":2.2,"rh":3.4,"min":12,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Cars bring steady volume. Balance them with safer lines."},{"name":"Startup Shield š","story":"Insures young tech companies with new kinds of risks.","amt":300000,"hor":"1 year","rl":3,"rh":4.3,"min":12,"maxLoss":28,"tip":"New risks pay more but are hard to predict. Donāt overload one policy."},{"name":"Farm & Ranch š","story":"Covers crops and barns against weather.","amt":250000,"hor":"Growing season","rl":2,"rh":3.1,"min":18,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Weather risk needs a backup plan."},{"name":"Space & Big Risks š°ļø","story":"A specialty branch for unusual, giant policies.","amt":600000,"hor":"Launch year","rl":3.4,"rh":4.7,"min":15,"maxLoss":35,"tip":"Specialty risks can be profitable, but keep reinsurance strong."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Calm year","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal year","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Storm season","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Mega-disaster","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["Forecasters predict a mild weather year","Accident rates drop to new lows"],"normal":["Claims running about average","Weather forecast looks typical"],"rough":["Storms expected to be stronger than usual","Repair costs keep rising"],"crash":["A huge hurricane heads for the coast","Wildfires spread across several states"]},"intro":[["Premiums vs. claims","Insurers collect premiums and pay claims. Profit is whatās left. Writing risky policies can bring big premiums, and even bigger claims."],["Donāt stack one risk","If every policy is a beach house, one hurricane hits them all at once."],["Fit the branch","A quiet small town and a space-launch specialist need very different policy mixes."]],"ls":[["Insurance basics","How insurance works","Many people pay small amounts (premiums) into a pool. When something bad happens to a few of them, the pool pays their claims. It spreads risk across lots of people.","Insurance works byā¦",["Spreading risk across many people","Guaranteeing nothing bad happens","Charging only when you have a claim"],0],["Insurance basics","What underwriters do","Underwriters decide whether to insure someone and at what price. They study the risk: a safe driver pays less, a risky one pays more.","An underwriter mainlyā¦",["Decides who to insure and at what price","Sells policies door to door","Fixes cars after crashes"],0],["Insurance basics","Deductibles","A deductible is what the customer pays before insurance kicks in. Higher deductibles usually mean lower premiums.","A higher deductible usually meansā¦",["Lower premiums","Higher premiums","No coverage"],0],["Risk","Correlated risk","Risks are correlated when they tend to happen together, like many homes on one coast during a hurricane. Correlated risks can cause huge losses at once.","Many beach homes hit by one storm isā¦",["Correlated risk","Random luck","A deductible"],0],["Risk","Reinsurance","Reinsurance is insurance for insurance companies. It helps them survive giant disasters by sharing the loss with other companies.","Reinsurance helps insurersā¦",["Survive giant losses","Avoid paying any claims","Sell more cars"],0],["Risk","Pricing for risk","Riskier customers should pay higher premiums. Underpricing risky policies can win customers now but cause big losses later.","Underpricing risky policies leads toā¦",["Big losses later","Guaranteed profit","Fewer claims"],0],["Ethics","Fair treatment","Insurance laws limit what factors can be used to set prices. Unfair discrimination is illegal, and decisions should be based on real, relevant risk.","Underwriting decisions should be based onā¦",["Real, relevant risk factors","Personal dislike","Random guesses"],0],["Ethics","Fraud","Insurance fraud is lying to get money, like faking an accident. It raises prices for everyone. Insurers investigate suspicious claims, but treat honest customers fairly.","Faking an accident to get paid isā¦",["Insurance fraud","A deductible","Reinsurance"],0],["Types of insurance","Property insurance","Property insurance covers damage to things like homes, buildings, and belongings from risks like fire or theft.","Property insurance coversā¦",["Damage to homes and belongings","Medical bills only","Car loans"],0],["Types of insurance","Liability insurance","Liability insurance pays if youāre responsible for hurting someone or damaging their property.","Liability insurance pays whenā¦",["Youāre responsible for harm to others","You win the lottery","It rains"],0],["Types of insurance","Auto insurance","Auto insurance covers car accidents. Most US states require at least some liability coverage to drive.","Most US states require drivers to haveā¦",["Some liability coverage","No insurance","Life insurance"],0],["Types of insurance","Health insurance","Health insurance helps pay medical costs. Customers often pay premiums, deductibles, and copays.","A copay isā¦",["A set amount paid for a visit","The full bill","A refund"],0],["Types of insurance","Life insurance","Life insurance pays money to someoneās family if they die. Term life covers a set period; whole life lasts a lifetime.","Term life insurance coversā¦",["A set period of years","Forever","Only cars"],0],["Types of insurance","Commercial insurance","Businesses buy many types of coverage, like property, liability, and workersā compensation.","Workersā compensation coversā¦",["Employees hurt on the job","Customersā meals","Office decor"],0],["Types of insurance","Specialty insurance","Specialty insurance covers unusual risks, like satellites, concerts, or famous paintings. Pricing them takes expert judgment.","Insuring a satellite launch isā¦",["Specialty insurance","Health insurance","Pet insurance"],0],["Types of insurance","Renters insurance","Renters insurance covers a tenantās belongings and liability. Itās usually cheap compared to what it protects.","Renters insurance coversā¦",["A tenantās belongings","The buildingās roof","The landlordās car"],0],["Types of insurance","Flood insurance","Standard US homeowners policies usually donāt cover floods. Flood coverage is bought separately.","Floods are usually covered byā¦",["A separate flood policy","Standard homeowners insurance","Car insurance"],0],["Types of insurance","Umbrella policies","An umbrella policy adds extra liability coverage on top of home and auto policies.","An umbrella policy addsā¦",["Extra liability coverage","Rain gear","Health coverage"],0],["Types of insurance","Cyber insurance","Cyber insurance helps businesses recover from hacks and data breaches. Itās one of the fastest-growing types.","Cyber insurance coversā¦",["Hacks and data breaches","Broken legs","Floods"],0],["Types of insurance","Pet and travel insurance","Some insurance covers vet bills or trip cancellations. Reading whatās excluded matters.","Before buying travel insurance, checkā¦",["Whatās excluded","The price only","The airlineās policy"],0],["Types of insurance","Bundling","Many insurers give discounts for bundling multiple policies, like home and auto.","Bundling meansā¦",["Buying multiple policies together","Canceling coverage","Paying twice"],0],["How insurers work","The risk pool","Insurers combine many customers into a pool. The more customers, the more predictable total claims become.","A bigger risk pool makes claimsā¦",["More predictable","Less predictable","Disappear"],0],["How insurers work","Law of large numbers","With enough similar policies, average losses become predictable even though no one knows which customer will have a claim.","The law of large numbers helps insurersā¦",["Predict average losses","Avoid all claims","Pick lottery numbers"],0],["How insurers work","Loss ratio","The loss ratio is claims paid divided by premiums earned. 70% means 70 cents of each premium dollar went to claims.","Claims of $70 on $100 of premiums is a loss ratio ofā¦",["70%","30%","170%"],0],["How insurers work","Expense ratio","The expense ratio is operating costs divided by premiums. Lower costs leave more room for profit.","The expense ratio measuresā¦",["Operating costs vs. premiums","Claims only","Stock price"],0],["How insurers work","Combined ratio","The combined ratio adds the loss and expense ratios. Under 100% means the insurer made money on underwriting.","A combined ratio of 95% meansā¦",["Underwriting profit","Underwriting loss","No business"],0],["How insurers work","Investment income","Insurers invest premiums before claims are paid. That investment income can boost profits.","Insurers earn investment income byā¦",["Investing premiums before claims","Charging extra fees","Selling offices"],0],["How insurers work","Reserves","Reserves are money set aside for claims that have happened but arenāt paid yet. Too-small reserves can sink an insurer.","Reserves are set aside forā¦",["Future claim payments","Parties","Ads"],0],["How insurers work","Catastrophe models","Catastrophe models simulate hurricanes, earthquakes, and floods to estimate possible losses.","Catastrophe models estimateā¦",["Losses from big disasters","Office rent","Sales"],0],["How insurers work","Moral hazard","Moral hazard is when people take more risks because theyāre insured. Deductibles help reduce it.","Deductibles help reduceā¦",["Moral hazard","Premiums to zero","Coverage"],0],["How insurers work","Adverse selection","Adverse selection happens when riskier people are more likely to buy insurance. Careful underwriting prices for it.","Adverse selection meansā¦",["Riskier people buy more insurance","Everyone is equally risky","No one buys"],0],["How insurers work","Premium pricing","Premiums are based on expected claims, costs, and a profit margin. Riskier customers pay more.","Premiums are based onā¦",["Expected claims, costs, and profit","Random choice","Customerās favorite color"],0],["How insurers work","Policy limits","A policy limit is the most an insurer will pay. Claims above it fall on the customer.","A policy limit isā¦",["The most the insurer will pay","The minimum payment","A deductible"],0],["How insurers work","Exclusions","Exclusions list what a policy wonāt cover. Clear exclusions avoid surprises during a claim.","Exclusions areā¦",["What a policy doesnāt cover","Extra coverage","Discounts"],0],["Underwriting practice","Applications","Underwriters review applications for key facts: location, history, and whatās being insured. Missing info means more questions.","When an application is missing key info, an underwriterā¦",["Asks for it","Approves it anyway","Guesses"],0],["Underwriting practice","Risk factors","Risk factors are things that change the chance or size of a loss, like a homeās age, roof, or distance from a fire station.","Which is a home insurance risk factor?",["Distance from a fire station","Ownerās favorite movie","Paint color"],0],["Underwriting practice","Inspections","Insurers sometimes inspect properties to confirm details and spot hazards before offering coverage.","An inspection helps underwritersā¦",["Confirm details and spot hazards","Sell furniture","Skip work"],0],["Underwriting practice","Loss history","Past claims help predict future claims. A business with many past losses is usually riskier.","A long history of claims usually meansā¦",["Higher risk","Lower risk","No risk"],0],["Underwriting practice","Risk mitigation","Insurers reward customers who reduce risk, with discounts for things like smoke alarms or safe-driving apps.","Insurers may give discounts forā¦",["Smoke alarms","Bigger risks","Late payments"],0],["Underwriting practice","Declining a risk","Sometimes the right answer is not to insure something, or to insure it only with limits. Not every risk fits.","Underwriters canā¦",["Decline or limit risky coverage","Never say no","Insure anything at any price"],0],["Underwriting practice","Underwriting guidelines","Guidelines set rules for what an insurer will cover and at what price. Underwriters use judgment within them.","Underwriting guidelines setā¦",["Rules for coverage and pricing","Lunch times","Ad budgets"],0],["Underwriting practice","Authority levels","Junior underwriters can approve smaller risks; bigger risks need senior approval.","Big risks usually needā¦",["Senior approval","No approval","Customer approval only"],0],["Underwriting practice","Concentration risk","Concentration risk is having too many policies in one place or industry. One event could hit them all.","Too many policies in one city isā¦",["Concentration risk","Diversification","A deductible"],0],["Underwriting practice","Climate trends","Changing weather patterns can raise losses from storms, floods, and wildfires. Underwriters update models as data changes.","Changing weather patterns push insurers toā¦",["Update their models","Ignore data","Stop insuring everything"],0],["Underwriting practice","Telematics","Telematics uses devices or apps to track driving habits. Safe drivers can earn lower premiums.","Telematics tracksā¦",["Driving habits","Phone calls","Social media"],0],["Underwriting practice","Data and algorithms","Insurers use data and algorithms to price risk faster, but must check them for errors and unfair results.","Pricing algorithms must be checked forā¦",["Errors and unfair results","Colors","Speed only"],0],["Underwriting practice","Working with brokers","Brokers represent customers and shop for coverage. Underwriters work with brokers to understand each risk.","An insurance broker representsā¦",["The customer","The insurer only","The government"],0],["Claims & rules","Filing a claim","A claim is a customerās request for payment after a loss. Clear documents and photos speed it up.","What speeds up a claim?",["Clear documents and photos","Waiting a year","Hiding details"],0],["Claims & rules","Claims adjusters","Adjusters investigate claims, inspect damage, and decide how much to pay under the policy.","Claims adjustersā¦",["Investigate and settle claims","Sell policies only","Write ads"],0],["Claims & rules","Subrogation","Subrogation is when an insurer pays a claim and then seeks money back from the party who caused the loss.","Subrogation means the insurerā¦",["Seeks repayment from whoever caused the loss","Cancels the policy","Raises taxes"],0],["Claims & rules","Good faith","Insurers must handle claims fairly and promptly. Unfairly denying valid claims can lead to lawsuits.","Unfairly denying valid claims can lead toā¦",["Lawsuits","Lower costs","Higher ratings"],0],["Claims & rules","Fraud detection","Insurers look for red flags like inconsistent stories or repeated claims. Investigations must still be fair.","A fraud red flag isā¦",["An inconsistent story","A clear photo","An on-time payment"],0],["Claims & rules","State regulation","In the US, insurance is mainly regulated by states. Regulators approve rates and check that insurers can pay claims.","In the US, insurance is mainly regulated byā¦",["States","Cities only","The federal government only"],0],["Claims & rules","Solvency","Solvency means an insurer has enough money to pay all its claims. Regulators watch it closely.","An insurer thatās solvent canā¦",["Pay its claims","Never pay","Skip rules"],0],["Claims & rules","Rate filings","Insurers often must file their rates with regulators, who check theyāre fair and not discriminatory.","Rate filings let regulators checkā¦",["Rates are fair","Office layouts","Logos"],0],["Claims & rules","Reinsurance types","Treaty reinsurance covers a whole group of policies. Facultative reinsurance covers one specific risk.","Reinsurance for one specific risk isā¦",["Facultative","Treaty","Health"],0],["Claims & rules","Catastrophe bonds","Catastrophe bonds let investors take on disaster risk for interest. If a big disaster hits, they lose money and the insurer gets help.","Catastrophe bonds transfer disaster risk toā¦",["Investors","Customers","Brokers"],0],["Claims & rules","Insurtech","Insurtech companies use apps and data to sell and price insurance in new ways.","Insurtech usesā¦",["Apps and data","Only paper forms","Only phone calls"],0],["Claims & rules","Actuaries","Actuaries use math and statistics to predict losses and set prices. They pass a long series of professional exams.","Actuaries mainly useā¦",["Math and statistics","Paintbrushes","Hammers"],0],["Claims & rules","Underwriting careers","Underwriters often start as trainees or assistants and earn designations like CPCU as they grow.","CPCU isā¦",["An insurance designation","A car model","A tax"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"šŖļø Hurricane warning","s":"A big storm is forecast and agents want to sell lots of last-minute coastal policies.","c":[["Pause new coastal policies until the storm passes",7,25,1,2,"Selling right before a known storm is a guaranteed loss."],["Sell as many as possible while demand is high",-10,0,-4,0,"Youād be taking on claims you know are coming."],["Sell them at the usual price to stay competitive",-6,0,-2,0,"Pricing must reflect real risk."]]},{"t":"šµļø Suspicious claim","s":"A customerās third āstolen bikeā claim this year looks fishy.","c":[["Investigate fairly before paying",6,20,0,2,"Checking suspicious claims protects honest customers."],["Deny it, since three claims in a year is a pattern",-6,0,-1,0,"Denying without checking can hurt an honest person."],["Pay it to avoid an argument with the customer",-3,0,-1,1,"Ignoring fraud raises prices for everyone."]]},{"t":"š Price war","s":"A competitor slashes prices on risky policies to steal customers.","c":[["Keep fair prices and explain your coverage",6,20,0,2,"Underpricing risk is how insurers go broke."],["Match their prices so you donāt lose customers",-6,5,-2,0,"Cheap risky policies lead to big losses."],["Quietly trim coverage so you can lower prices",-10,0,-2,0,"Hidden coverage cuts betray customers."]]},{"t":"š Missing info","s":"A big business applicant left key safety records blank.","c":[["Ask for the records before deciding",7,25,0,2,"Good underwriting needs good information."],["Approve it, since theyāve been in business for years",-8,0,-3,0,"Vibes arenāt risk analysis."],["Reject it right away, since the form is incomplete",0,5,0,1,"Safe, but you may lose a good customer."]]},{"t":"š¤ Pricing algorithm","s":"A new computer model prices risk faster, but nobody understands how.","c":[["Test it and check it for unfair results",6,20,1,2,"Models need checks for accuracy and fairness."],["Roll it out everywhere, since itās faster and cheaper",-7,0,-2,0,"Black-box mistakes can hit thousands of customers."],["Keep the old process and skip new tools",-1,5,0,1,"Safe, but you may fall behind."]]},{"t":"š¢ Heartbreaking claim","s":"A familyās house burned down, but their policy has a confusing exclusion.","c":[["Read the policy carefully and explain it clearly",7,25,0,2,"Fair, clear handling builds trust even in hard moments."],["Deny it, since the exclusion technically applies",-9,0,-2,0,"Cold handling damages your reputation."],["Pay the full claim no matter what the policy says",-1,5,-1,1,"Kind, but rules exist to keep the pool fair."]]}],"rk":[["Underwriting Intern","Hometown Mutual","šŖ",2,2],["Underwriting Assistant","Hometown Mutual","šŖ",3,3],["Underwriter","Shield Insurance","š”ļø",4,3],["Senior Underwriter","Shield Insurance","š”ļø",5,4],["Underwriting Manager","Fortress Group","š°",6,5],["Chief Underwriting Officer","Global Assurance","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Rookie","š Risk Reader","š”ļø Policy Pro","š Risk Whiz","š Storm Tamer","š Risk Radar Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds more fun?","Studying data to predict risk","a","Deciding on one tricky application","u"],["Which would you rather do?","Investigate a strange claim","c","Build a pricing model","a"],["Pick a vibe","Detective work","c","Careful decisions","u"],["What fits you better?","Advanced math","a","Talking with people about what happened","c"],["Which do you enjoy more?","Weighing pros and cons","u","Finding hidden clues","c"]],"r":{"u":["Underwriter","You like weighing risks and making careful calls. Underwriters decide who to insure and how."],"a":["Actuary","You love math and prediction. Actuaries use statistics to price risk and need to pass a series of exams."],"c":["Claims adjuster","You like investigating. Claims adjusters look into what happened and decide what to pay."]}},"about":{"does":"Insurance underwriters review applications, figure out how risky each one is, and decide whether to offer coverage and at what price.","day":["Review applications and safety reports","Check data on past claims","Talk with agents about a tricky case","Decide on prices and coverage terms"],"skills":["Analytical thinking","Careful judgment","Reading detailed documents","Fairness"],"path":"Many start as underwriting assistants with a degree in business, finance, or math. Designations like CPCU can help later.","real":"Real underwriting uses detailed data, laws, and pricing models. The game simplifies it into random yearly results."},"twist":{"k":"audit","name":"Regulator review","emo":"šļø","word":"regulator review","p":0.4,"desc":"Some years, the state insurance regulator checks whether your branches can pay every claim. Branches with enough reinsurance and a solid mix pass.","how":"Each year thereās about a 40% chance of a regulator review. Every branch with at least its minimum in Reinsurance and a fit of 50+ passes (trust +5, +20 XP). Branches that fail get a trust hit and a 5% penalty.","passMsg":"Every branch can cover its claims.","failMsg":"Regulators found this branch couldnāt cover a bad year. Penalty applied.","achName":"Regulator ready","achDesc":"Pass 3 regulator reviews"},"tips":["Cautious branches should stick to safe homes and backup.","Always keep each branchās minimum in Reinsurance.","Keep the rocket-launch policy at 25% or less.","Specialty branches can take more risk, but back it up."],"f":"biz","task":{"emo":"š§®","name":"Price the policy","gen":"premium_calc","how":"Each year you work out a premium that covers expected claims plus costs."},"cast":{"scene":"šļø š¼ š ā š¢","boss":["Ms. Okafor","š©š¾āš¼","the company VP"],"buddy":["Leo","š§š»āš¼","your work buddy"],"rival":["Blake","š§š¼āš¼","the rival hotshot"]},"play":{"k":"sliders","u":"š§āš¼","pot":"š²","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Shield Insurance Ā· Underwriting","h":[8,17],"m":["šÆ Risk accuracy","šµ Profit","š¤ Fairness"],"t":[["b","Rate the risk","Higher or lower risk to insure?",["ā ļø Higher risk","ā
Lower risk"],[["House next to a river that floods",0],["New home with sprinklers",1],["Driver with 3 speeding tickets",0],["Restaurant with a fire safety system",1],["Warehouse storing fireworks",0],["Driver with 10 clean years",1]],"Underwriters price risk. Higher risk means higher premiums or special conditions.",0],["n","Expected loss","Thereās a 2% chance of a $50,000 claim this year. Whatās the expected loss?",1000,0,"dollars","0.02 Ć $50,000 = $1,000. Premiums must cover expected losses plus costs.",0],["c","š Homeowner","Wildfire zone","A family wants home insurance in a high wildfire risk area.",[["Offer coverage with a higher premium and discounts for fire-safe upgrades",[10,6,8],"Price the risk fairly and reward safety.",2],["Deny the policy since wildfire areas are too risky to insure",[2,0,-12],"Fairness means explaining decisions.",0],["Charge the normal price so the family can afford their home",[-12,-10,4],"The company could lose a lot if a fire hits.",0]]],["s","Application review","Tap the red flags.",[["Business open 12 years",0],["Says no past claims, but records show 4",1],["Building value listed at 10Ć similar buildings",1],["Smoke detectors installed",0],["Owner signed the form",0]],"Underwriters verify details. Misstatements can mean fraud.",0],["q","Fair to use?","Rapid round: fair and legal factor for pricing?",["ā
Allowed","ā Not allowed"],[["Driving record",0],["Race",1],["Homeās roof age",0],["Religion",1],["Buildingās fire protection",0]],"Pricing must be based on real risk factors, never protected traits.",2],["c","šØāš¼ Sales agent","Push to approve","An agent wants you to approve a risky account to hit his sales goal.",[["Review it fairly and explain your decision with data",[10,4,6],"Underwriters protect the company from bad risk.",2],["Approve it, since the agent knows this customer better than you do",[-12,-8,0],"Bad risks cause big losses later.",0],["Ignore the agent and donāt respond until he stops asking",[0,0,-4],"Explain decisions professionally.",1]]],["n","Loss ratio","Premiums collected: $2 million. Claims paid: $1.3 million. Loss ratio = claims Ć· premiums Ć 100. What is it?",65,0.1,"%","1.3 Ć· 2 Ć 100 = 65%. Lower is more profitable.",1]]}},"erdoc":{"id":"erdoc","f":"med","desc":"Run the ER, sort patients by urgency, and make fast calls under pressure.","title":"Code Rush š","role":"Emergency Physician","tag":"Every second counts.","emo":["š","ā¤ļø","ā±ļø"],"unit":"","bigA":12000,"newsName":"Health news","th":{"a":"#e03131","b":"#f76707","g1":"#f9dada","g2":"#fee4d2","ad":"#e86565","d1":"#4c162b","d2":"#52251f"},"pitch":"Plan care for patients in the emergency room, handle tough calls, and see whether ER medicine fits you.","goal":"stabilize every patient safely, use the ERās time wisely, and keep patientsā trust.","w":{"cl":"patient","cls":"patients","val":"Health score","total":"Total health score","alloc":"Care plan","hor":"Timeline","trust":"Patient trust","mkt":"Patient outcomes","Cl":"Patient"},"opts":[{"id":"mon","n":"š Careful monitoring","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Watch vital signs closely. Slow but safe.","one":false},{"id":"std","n":"š Standard treatment","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Proven care that works for most patients.","one":false},{"id":"tests","n":"š§Ŗ Fast tests and scans","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Find the problem quickly. Costs money and can lead to overtesting.","one":false},{"id":"spec","n":"š Call a specialist","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Expert help, if theyāre available.","one":false},{"id":"bold","n":"ā” One aggressive treatment","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"d":"A big intervention. Could save the day or cause problems.","one":true},{"id":"rush","n":"š Rush to the next patient","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"Move fast to see more patients. Things can get missed.","one":false}],"must":"mon","cases":[{"name":"Mrs. Lopez, 82 šµ","story":"Fell at home and is dizzy. Fragile and on several medicines.","amt":1200,"hor":"Tonight","rl":1.5,"rh":2.6,"min":25,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Older patients can get worse fast. Monitor closely and go gently."},{"name":"Jaden, 16 š","story":"Hurt his wrist playing basketball. Stable and in a hurry.","amt":900,"hor":"This shift","rl":2.4,"rh":3.6,"min":10,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"A stable injury lets you move efficiently, but still check it properly."},{"name":"Car crash patient š","story":"Several injuries after an accident. Things could change quickly.","amt":2000,"hor":"Next hour","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":20,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Serious trauma needs fast tests and specialists, with close monitoring."},{"name":"Baby Ava š¶","story":"High fever and very fussy. Parents are scared.","amt":1000,"hor":"Tonight","rl":1.6,"rh":2.7,"min":25,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Babies need extra care and careful checks. Stay calm and thorough."},{"name":"Mr. Okafor, 55 š","story":"Chest pain that started an hour ago.","amt":1800,"hor":"Right now","rl":2.8,"rh":4,"min":18,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Chest pain needs quick tests and fast action, but donāt skip monitoring."},{"name":"Busy waiting room šŖ","story":"Twenty people with mild problems, waiting for hours.","amt":1500,"hor":"This shift","rl":3,"rh":4.3,"min":10,"maxLoss":25,"tip":"Lots of minor cases can be moved faster, but donāt miss a hidden emergency."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Healthy season","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal season","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Flu surge","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Outbreak wave","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["Fewer people are getting sick this season","New equipment speeds up care"],"normal":["A typical week at work","Patient visits are about normal"],"rough":["Flu cases are climbing fast","Staff shortages slow things down"],"crash":["A fast-spreading illness fills hospitals","Supplies run short across the region"]},"intro":[["Sickest first","In the ER, patients arenāt seen first-come, first-served. Doctors sort them by how urgent their problem is."],["Watch closely","Patients can change fast. Careful monitoring catches problems before they become emergencies."],["Fit the patient","A frail grandmother and a teen with a sprained wrist need very different plans."]],"ls":[["ER basics","What emergency physicians do","Emergency physicians treat sudden illness and injury, from broken bones to heart attacks. They decide quickly whatās wrong and what to do first.","Emergency physicians mainly treatā¦",["Sudden illnesses and injuries","Only scheduled yearly checkups","Long-term care for one organ"],0],["ER basics","Triage","Triage means sorting patients by how urgent their condition is. A person who canāt breathe is seen before a person with a sprained ankle.","Who is usually seen first in an ER?",["Whoever arrived at the ER first","The patient with the most urgent problem","The patient with the best insurance"],1],["ER basics","The ABCs","Doctors often check Airway, Breathing, and Circulation first, because problems there can be deadly within minutes.","In the ABCs, the A stands forā¦",["Allergies","Airway","Alertness"],1],["ER basics","Vital signs","Vital signs are basic body measurements: heart rate, breathing rate, blood pressure, temperature, and oxygen level. Changes can warn of trouble.","Which is a vital sign?",["Heart rate","Body weight","Blood type"],0],["ER basics","Normal heart rate","A normal resting heart rate for most adults is about 60 to 100 beats per minute. Kidsā normal rates are higher.","A typical adult resting heart rate is aboutā¦",["30ā50","60ā100","120ā160"],1],["ER basics","The ER team","ER doctors work with nurses, techs, paramedics, and specialists. Clear communication keeps everyone on the same page.","ER doctors work closely withā¦",["Nurses and paramedics","Only other doctors","Mostly hospital administrators"],0],["ER basics","Ambulance arrivals","Emergency departments get patients by ambulance and walk-in. Ambulance crews call ahead so the team can get ready.","Why do ambulance crews call ahead?",["So the ER can prepare","So the hospital can bill sooner","So they can skip triage paperwork"],0],["ER basics","Open all night","ERs are open 24/7, so emergency physicians work nights, weekends, and holidays in shifts.","ER doctors usually workā¦",["Weekday daytime hours only","Shifts, including nights and weekends","On call from home only"],1],["Emergencies","Heart attack signs","Common heart attack signs include chest pain or pressure, shortness of breath, sweating, and pain in the arm, jaw, or back. Fast care saves heart muscle.","Which is a common heart attack sign?",["Chest pressure","A sudden sharp headache only","Itchy skin on the arms"],0],["Emergencies","Stroke signs: FAST","FAST helps spot a stroke: Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech trouble, Time to call 911. Treatment works best when it starts quickly.","In FAST, the T stands forā¦",["Temperature","Time to call 911","Tongue"],1],["Emergencies","CPR","CPR keeps blood moving when the heart stops. For adults, push hard and fast in the center of the chest, about 100 to 120 times per minute.","Adult CPR compressions are aboutā¦",["60ā80 per minute","100ā120 per minute","140ā160 per minute"],1],["Emergencies","AEDs","An AED is a device that can shock a heart back into a normal rhythm. It talks you through each step, so bystanders can use it.","An AED is used toā¦",["Shock a heart into a normal rhythm","Restart breathing with oxygen","Measure blood oxygen"],0],["Emergencies","Allergic reactions","A severe allergic reaction, called anaphylaxis, can cause swelling, hives, and trouble breathing. It needs emergency treatment right away.","Severe allergic reactions can causeā¦",["Trouble breathing","A mild rash that fades in minutes","Only sneezing and itchy eyes"],0],["Emergencies","Sepsis","Sepsis is the bodyās extreme response to an infection. Fever, fast heart rate, and confusion can be signs. Early treatment saves lives.","Sepsis is a dangerous response toā¦",["An infection","Heavy exercise","Low blood sugar"],0],["Emergencies","Head injuries","After a head injury, warning signs include vomiting, confusion, or getting sleepier. Doctors may order a scan to check the brain.","A warning sign after a head injury isā¦",["Getting confused","Mild soreness at the bump","Feeling tired after a long day"],0],["Emergencies","Broken bones","X-rays show broken bones. Many fractures are treated with splints or casts; some need surgery.","Doctors check for broken bones withā¦",["X-rays","A blood test","A stethoscope exam"],0],["Tools & tests","Stethoscope","A stethoscope lets doctors listen to the heart, lungs, and belly. Unusual sounds can point to problems.","A stethoscope is used toā¦",["Listen to the heart and lungs","Measure blood pressure alone","Check blood sugar"],0],["Tools & tests","ECG","An ECG (or EKG) records the heartās electrical activity. It helps spot heart attacks and rhythm problems.","An ECG measuresā¦",["The heartās electrical activity","The heartās pumping pressure","The brainās electrical activity"],0],["Tools & tests","Blood tests","Blood tests can show infection, blood loss, organ problems, and more. Results guide treatment.","Blood tests can help findā¦",["Infections","Broken bones","Torn ligaments"],0],["Tools & tests","CT scans","A CT scan uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed pictures inside the body. Itās fast, which helps in emergencies.","CT scans are useful in emergencies because theyāreā¦",["Fast and detailed","Cheaper than any other test","Free of any radiation"],0],["Tools & tests","Pulse oximeter","A pulse oximeter clips on a finger and estimates how much oxygen is in the blood.","A pulse oximeter estimatesā¦",["Blood oxygen","Blood sugar","Heart rhythm"],0],["Tools & tests","Overtesting","More tests arenāt always better. Unneeded tests cost money, take time, and can cause worry or harm. Good doctors choose tests wisely.","A downside of unneeded tests isā¦",["Cost, delays, and possible harm","They always find something serious","They replace the need for an exam"],0],["Patients & ethics","Informed consent","Before most treatments, patients should understand the risks, benefits, and options and agree. Thatās informed consent.","Informed consent means the patientā¦",["Understands and agrees","Has paid before treatment","Has signed a form, even without understanding it"],0],["Patients & ethics","Everyone gets care","In the US, a law called EMTALA requires ERs to screen and stabilize anyone with an emergency, whether or not they can pay.","US ERs must stabilize emergency patientsā¦",["Only if they have insurance","Whether or not they can pay","Only if a bed is open"],1],["Patients & ethics","Privacy","Health information is private. In the US, HIPAA rules limit who can see and share it.","HIPAA protectsā¦",["Patient health information","Doctorsā personal schedules","Hospital billing prices"],0],["Patients & ethics","Calm communication","Scared patients and families need clear, calm explanations without confusing medical jargon.","With scared families, doctors shouldā¦",["Explain clearly and calmly","Use medical terms so it sounds precise","Wait until test results are back to talk"],0],["Patients & ethics","Handoffs","When shifts change, doctors hand off patients to the next team. Clear handoffs prevent mistakes.","Clear handoffs at shift change preventā¦",["Mistakes","Slower discharges","Extra lab tests"],0],["Career path","Becoming an ER doctor","The path usually takes 4 years of college, 4 years of medical school, and a 3ā4 year emergency medicine residency.","After medical school, ER doctors do aā¦",["Residency","Fellowship right away","Nursing program"],0],["Career path","Board certification","After residency, many doctors take exams to become board-certified in their specialty, showing expert-level knowledge.","Board certification showsā¦",["Expert knowledge in a specialty","Completed medical school only","A hospital job contract"],0],["Career path","Handling stress","ER work is intense. Doctors manage stress with teamwork, debriefing after hard cases, and real time off.","A healthy way ER teams handle stress isā¦",["Debriefing after hard cases","Keeping it to yourself until it passes","Picking up extra shifts to stay busy"],0],["Advanced emergency care","Shock","Shock is when the bodyās organs arenāt getting enough blood flow and oxygen. Signs include a fast heart rate, pale or cool skin, and low blood pressure. ER teams treat the cause and support circulation with fluids, blood, or medicines.","Shock means the organs are not getting enoughā¦",["Blood flow and oxygen","Sleep and rest","Nutrients from food"],0],["Advanced emergency care","The trauma team","For a major injury, a trauma team meets the ambulance. One leader directs the team while others manage the airway, check for injuries, and start lines. Clear roles keep everyone from talking over each other.","Why does a trauma team have one leader?",["So roles stay clear and organized","So fewer people need training","So the patient waits less for billing"],0],["Advanced emergency care","Airway management","If a patient canāt protect their airway, the ER doctor may place a breathing tube, called intubation. A machine called a ventilator can then breathe for the patient. This keeps oxygen flowing during a crisis.","Placing a breathing tube is calledā¦",["Intubation","Defibrillation","Dialysis"],0],["Advanced emergency care","Overdoses","Opioid overdoses can slow or stop breathing. Naloxone is a medicine that can quickly reverse an opioid overdose. ER doctors give it and support breathing, then watch the patient because the medicine can wear off.","Which medicine reverses an opioid overdose?",["Naloxone","Epinephrine","Insulin"],0],["Advanced emergency care","Poisoning","For possible poisonings, ER teams can get expert advice from a poison control center. In the US, the Poison Help line is 1-800-222-1222. Knowing what was taken and when helps choose the right treatment.","Who can advise ER teams on poisonings?",["Poison control centers","The pharmacy at a grocery store","The patientās insurance company"],0],["Advanced emergency care","Burns","Burns are judged by depth and by how much of the body they cover. Large or deep burns may need care at a burn center. Cooling a fresh burn with cool, not icy, running water helps limit damage.","A fresh burn should first be cooled withā¦",["Cool running water","Ice packed directly on it","Butter or oil"],0],["Advanced emergency care","Mental health emergencies","Some ER patients are in a mental health crisis. ER doctors check for medical causes, keep the person safe, and connect them with mental health specialists. Calm, respectful care matters as much as medicine.","In a mental health crisis, the ER team shouldā¦",["Keep the person safe and connect them with specialists","Send them home quickly to free up beds","Treat it as less urgent than physical injuries"],0],["Advanced emergency care","Disasters and surge","During disasters, many patients may arrive at once. Hospitals use surge plans to open extra space, call in staff, and triage carefully. Practicing these plans before a disaster makes them work better.","Why do hospitals practice surge plans?",["So they work smoothly in a real disaster","Because laws require weekly drills","To decide which staff to lay off"],0],["Advanced emergency care","Sepsis bundles","Sepsis care is time-sensitive. Teams quickly draw blood cultures, give antibiotics, and give fluids when needed. Fast treatment within the first hours improves survival.","In sepsis, why does speed matter?",["Faster treatment improves survival","Slower care lets the body fight alone","Antibiotics only work after a day"],0],["Advanced emergency care","Point-of-care ultrasound","Many ER doctors use a portable ultrasound at the bedside. It can quickly show fluid around the heart, bleeding in the belly, or how well the heart is pumping. It uses sound waves, not radiation.","Bedside ultrasound usesā¦",["Sound waves","X-ray radiation","Strong magnets"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š Patient privacy","s":"A friend asks you what was wrong with a celebrity you treated today.","c":[["Say you canāt share patient information",8,25,0,2,"Patient privacy laws like HIPAA protect health information."],["Share a few small, harmless details",-12,0,-3,0,"Even small details can break privacy laws and trust."],["Post a vague hint online without the name",-14,0,-4,0,"Hints can still identify a patient. Thatās a serious violation."]]},{"t":"š³ You made a mistake","s":"You realize you made an error in a patientās care yesterday. No harm done yet.","c":[["Tell the team and the patient, and fix it",8,25,0,2,"Being open about errors keeps patients safe and builds trust."],["Fix it quietly, since no harm was done",-6,0,-1,0,"Hiding errors stops the team from learning and can backfire."],["Report that the computer system caused the error",-8,0,-2,0,"Blaming others doesnāt fix anything."]]},{"t":"š“ Double shift","s":"Youāve worked 20 hours straight and a coworker asks you to cover another shift.","c":[["Say no and rest so youāre safe to work",6,20,0,2,"Exhausted clinicians make more mistakes. Rest is part of patient safety."],["Say yes and use coffee to stay sharp",-6,5,-2,0,"Fatigue raises the risk of errors."],["Say yes and move faster with each patient to keep up",-10,0,-3,0,"Rushed care is unsafe care."]]},{"t":"š
Patient says no","s":"An adult patient refuses a treatment you recommend.","c":[["Explain the risks clearly and respect their choice",7,25,0,2,"Adults with decision-making capacity can refuse care. Your job is to inform, not force."],["Keep urging them until they agree, since itās for their health",-8,0,-1,0,"Pressure damages trust and can violate consent rules."],["Give the treatment, since you know itās what they need",-16,0,-5,0,"Treating without consent is a serious ethical and legal violation."]]},{"t":"š Fancy gift","s":"A company that sells medical supplies offers you a free vacation if you use their products.","c":[["Decline and choose products based on evidence",7,25,0,2,"Gifts from sellers can bias care. Many hospitals ban them."],["Accept, since a trip wonāt change your judgment",-8,5,-1,0,"Gifts with strings attached create conflicts of interest."],["Accept and use their products, since theyāre decent anyway",-12,0,-3,0,"Recommending products for rewards puts profit over patients."]]},{"t":"šø Photo for social media","s":"A coworker wants to post a selfie in the ER with patients visible in the background.","c":[["Stop them and explain the privacy rules",7,20,0,2,"Patients in photos can be identified. Privacy comes first."],["Let it go, since the patients are blurry in the back",-8,0,-2,0,"A background face can still break privacy laws."],["Blur the faces and then post it",-3,5,-1,1,"Better, but patient areas should stay off social media."]]},{"t":"š£ļø Language barrier","s":"A patient speaks little English and seems confused about their care.","c":[["Get a professional medical interpreter",7,25,1,2,"Trained interpreters prevent dangerous misunderstandings."],["Ask their child to translate, since the child speaks English",-8,0,-2,0,"Children shouldnāt interpret medical information. They can miss details, and it puts a heavy burden on them."],["Speak louder and more slowly so they can follow",-6,0,-1,0,"Volume doesnāt solve a language barrier."]]},{"t":"š¤ Worried about a colleague","s":"A colleague seems unwell and is making mistakes on shift.","c":[["Talk to them privately and alert a supervisor if needed",7,20,0,2,"Speaking up protects patients and helps your colleague get support."],["Stay out of it, since theyāre a trained professional",-7,0,-2,0,"Staying silent can put patients at risk."],["Ask other staff if theyāve noticed it too",-9,0,-1,0,"Gossip hurts people and solves nothing."]]}],"rk":[["Medical Student","City Hospital","š„",2,2],["ER Resident","City Hospital","š„",3,3],["Attending Physician","Riverside Medical","š",4,3],["Senior Attending","Riverside Medical","š",5,4],["Associate Director","Metro Trauma Center","ā",6,5],["Chief of Emergency Medicine","National Medical Center","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Pre-med","š©¹ Med Student","š©ŗ Resident","š Specialist","š Department Chief","š Medical Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Treating a new emergency every few minutes","e","Following patients for months","p"],["Pick a setting","A busy trauma center","t","A small-town ER","e"],["What fits you?","Staying calm in chaos","t","Talking families through tough news","p"],["Which do you enjoy?","Quick decisions","e","Hands-on procedures","t"]],"r":{"e":["Emergency physician","You love variety and quick thinking. ER doctors handle whatever comes through the door."],"t":["Trauma surgeon or critical care","You stay calm when itās most intense. Trauma and ICU doctors treat the most serious cases."],"p":["Primary care or hospital medicine","You like building relationships. Family doctors and hospitalists follow patients over time."]}},"about":{"does":"Emergency physicians treat sudden illnesses and injuries in hospital emergency departments. They quickly figure out whatās wrong, start treatment, and decide who needs surgery, a hospital bed, or can go home.","day":["Sort incoming patients with the triage nurse","Treat a broken arm, a chest pain case, and a high fever","Explain test results to a worried family"],"skills":["Staying calm under pressure","Quick decision-making","Clear communication"],"path":"Most go to college, then medical school, then a 3ā4 year emergency medicine residency. Volunteering at a hospital or getting EMT training in high school is a great start.","real":"Real medicine takes years of training, licensing, and teamwork, and real patients are never game pieces. This game teaches ideas about the job. It is not medical advice."},"twist":{"k":"meter","name":"Department flow","emo":"š¦","desc":"Your department flow rises with well-fitted plans and smart calls. High department flow boosts every patientās results; low drags them down.","how":"You have a Department flow meter from 0 to 100. Good-fit years and great obstacle calls raise it. Bad calls and rough years lower it. Above 50, every patient gets a bonus. Below 50, a penalty.","hi":"Itās really paying off!","lo":"Itās slipping. Make smarter calls.","achName":"Department flow master","achDesc":"Have 3 years with 85+ average fit"},"tips":["Patients who canāt handle big swings need š Careful monitoring and steady options.","Always keep each patientās minimum in š Careful monitoring.","Keep ā” One aggressive treatment at 25% or less.","Bolder patients can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"šØ","name":"Triage call","how":"Each year you make a quick triage decision. Picking the most urgent patient scores best.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"Three patients arrive at once. Who should be seen first?","opts":["A man who canāt breathe well and has blue lips","A teen with a sprained ankle","A woman with a mild sore throat","A child who needs a school note"],"ok":0,"why":"Airway and breathing problems come first. They can be deadly within minutes."},{"kind":"mc","q":"A patientās face is drooping on one side and their speech is slurred. Whatās the most important next step?","opts":["Treat it as a possible stroke and act fast","Wait to see if it goes away","Send them home to rest","Give them a snack"],"ok":0,"why":"Those are stroke signs. Fast treatment protects the brain."},{"kind":"mc","q":"Which patient can most safely wait a little longer?","opts":["A stable adult with a small cut that has stopped bleeding","A baby with a very high fever and low energy","A person with chest pressure and sweating","A person having a severe allergic reaction"],"ok":0,"why":"A stable minor injury can wait while more urgent patients are treated."}]},"cast":{"scene":"š„ š š©ŗ š š§Ŗ","boss":["Dr. Rivera","š©š½āāļø","Chief of Medicine"],"buddy":["Sam","š§š»āāļø","your fellow resident"],"rival":["Dr. Park","š§š¼āāļø","the overconfident rival"]},"play":{"k":"crew","u":"š§āāļø","pot":"āļø","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Metro Hospital Ā· Emergency Department","h":[19,7],"m":["ā¤ļø Patient outcomes","ā±ļø Wait times","š¤ Team"],"t":[["o","Triage the waiting room","Tap who you see first to last.",["Man, 58: crushing chest pain and sweating","Teen: deep cut, bleeding is controlled","Woman, 30: sprained ankle","Man, 25: needs a work note for a cold"],"Possible heart attack first; time is heart muscle. Then injuries by severity. Minor problems wait.",1],["c","š§ Mr. Davis, 67","Chest pain","His ECG shows signs of a heart attack. The cardiac cath lab team takes 30 minutes to get here at night.",[["Activate the cath lab now, give aspirin, and start the heart attack protocol",[14,0,6],"Right. For a heart attack, every minute counts. Activating early saves heart muscle.",2],["Wait for the blood test results to confirm before calling in the team",[-14,-2,0],"Blood tests can lag hours behind. A clear ECG is enough to act.",0],["Admit him to the floor and let cardiology decide in the morning",[-20,4,-4],"Delaying treatment for a heart attack can be deadly.",0]]],["q","Emergency or not?","Rapid round: true emergency?",["šØ Emergency","š©¹ Can wait"],[["Face drooping and slurred speech",0],["Mild sore throat for 2 days",1],["Severe allergic reaction with lip swelling",0],["Stubbed toe, can walk fine",1],["Worst headache of their life, sudden",0],["Small rash, no fever",1]],"Stroke signs, airway swelling, and a sudden severe headache can kill in minutes or hours. ER doctors spot these fast.",0],["n","Weight-based dose","A child weighs 20 kg. The medicine dose is 15 mg per kg. How many mg do you order?",300,0,"mg","20 kg Ć 15 mg/kg = 300 mg. Doctors calculate kidsā doses by weight, and pharmacists double-check.",0],["c","š§āāļø Nurse Jordan","A nurse questions you","You ordered a medicine, and the nurse says the patientās chart shows an allergy to it.",[["Thank them, check the chart, and change the order",[12,0,12],"Great. Good teams encourage anyone to speak up. That habit prevents errors.",2],["Thank them, but explain the benefit is worth it and give it anyway",[-18,0,-16],"Ignoring a safety concern can harm the patient and damages the team.",0],["Ask the patient what happened last time, then decide",[6,-2,4],"Reasonable, but take the allergy seriously first and pick a safe alternative.",1]]],["s","Discharge instructions","Tap the problems before the patient goes home.",[["Return if pain gets worse or you have a fever",0],["Take ibuprofen every 6 hours as needed",0],["No follow-up appointment listed for a broken wrist",1],["Instructions written in English for a patient who only reads Spanish",1],["Keep the splint dry",0]],"Clear follow-up and instructions the patient can actually read prevent return visits and complications.",1],["c","š Paramedics","Three ambulances at once","A car crash sends three patients. You have two open trauma rooms.",[["Quickly assess all three, take the two sickest first, and call for backup",[10,4,8],"Thatās mass-casualty thinking: triage first, use resources for the sickest, and get help.",2],["Treat patients in the order they arrive so it stays fair",[-10,0,0],"Arrival order ignores whoās dying. Triage by severity.",0],["Hold all three in the hallway until more staff arrive",[-12,-6,-4],"Delaying care for critical patients is dangerous.",0]]],["b","Order the right test","Match each patient to the best first test.",["š©» X-ray","š§ CT scan","š§Ŗ Blood test"],[["Possible broken wrist after a fall",0],["Sudden worst headache ever",1],["Possible diabetes emergency",2],["Possible pneumonia, cough and fever",0],["Head injury and now confused",1],["Possible infection in the blood",2]],"X-rays show bones and lungs. CT is fast and detailed for the brain and bleeding. Blood tests check sugar, infection, and organs.",0],["c","š§ Patient, 30","āJust give me the strong stuffā","He wants opioids for back pain heās had for weeks. There are no red-flag signs.",[["Examine him, offer safer pain options, and set up follow-up care",[10,0,4],"Good. ER doctors treat pain while avoiding opioids when safer options work.",2],["Prescribe a short course of opioids, since his pain is real",[-16,4,0],"Long opioid prescriptions for back pain raise addiction risk.",0],["Explain the ER only handles emergencies and send him home",[-6,2,-8],"Dismissive. He still deserves an exam and a plan.",0]]]]}},"famdoc":{"id":"famdoc","f":"med","desc":"Care for patients of all ages, prevent illness, and build long-term trust.","title":"Checkup Champs š©ŗ","role":"Family Doctor","tag":"Care for the whole family.","emo":["š©ŗ","šØāš©āš§","š"],"unit":"","bigA":12000,"newsName":"Health news","th":{"a":"#2f9e44","b":"#1c7ed6","g1":"#daeedd","g2":"#d6e8f8","ad":"#63b673","d1":"#1a3530","d2":"#152c59"},"pitch":"Plan long-term care for patients and families, handle tricky situations, and see whether primary care fits you.","goal":"keep patients healthy over the long run with smart prevention and care, and keep their trust.","w":{"cl":"patient","cls":"patients","val":"Health score","total":"Total health score","alloc":"Care plan","hor":"Timeline","trust":"Patient trust","mkt":"Patient outcomes","Cl":"Patient"},"opts":[{"id":"prev","n":"š„¦ Prevention & healthy habits","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Exercise, sleep, and nutrition advice. Slow but powerful.","one":false},{"id":"screen","n":"š§¾ Regular screenings","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Catch problems early with checkups and tests.","one":false},{"id":"meds","n":"š Standard medicines","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Proven treatments for common conditions.","one":false},{"id":"refer","n":"š Refer to specialists","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Expert help, but long waits and costs.","one":false},{"id":"new","n":"š One brand-new treatment","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"d":"A promising new option with less evidence.","one":true},{"id":"quick","n":"ā© Quick 5-minute visits","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"See more patients, but things get missed.","one":false}],"must":"prev","cases":[{"name":"The Kim family šØāš©āš§","story":"Two parents and three kids who need regular checkups.","amt":1500,"hor":"All year","rl":1.5,"rh":2.6,"min":25,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Families do best with steady prevention and regular checkups."},{"name":"Mr. Grant, 64 š§","story":"Has high blood pressure and wants to stay active.","amt":1300,"hor":"All year","rl":2,"rh":3.2,"min":20,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Long-term conditions need steady screening and proven medicine."},{"name":"Lena, 28 š","story":"Healthy runner who wants to stay that way.","amt":900,"hor":"All year","rl":1.6,"rh":2.7,"min":25,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Healthy patients benefit most from prevention."},{"name":"Teen sports physicals š","story":"A whole team needs checkups before the season.","amt":1200,"hor":"Before the season","rl":2.2,"rh":3.4,"min":15,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Efficient visits help, but donāt rush past real problems."},{"name":"Mrs. Patel, 75 šµ","story":"Several health conditions and many medicines.","amt":1600,"hor":"All year","rl":1.8,"rh":3,"min":18,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Complex patients need careful coordination with specialists."},{"name":"Rural clinic š¾","story":"Far from big hospitals, with few specialists nearby.","amt":1800,"hor":"All year","rl":2.4,"rh":3.6,"min":15,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Rural doctors handle more themselves. Referrals are hard to get."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Healthy season","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal season","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Flu surge","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Outbreak wave","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["Fewer people are getting sick this season","New equipment speeds up care"],"normal":["A typical week at work","Patient visits are about normal"],"rough":["Flu cases are climbing fast","Staff shortages slow things down"],"crash":["A fast-spreading illness fills hospitals","Supplies run short across the region"]},"intro":[["Prevention wins","Stopping a disease before it starts is often the best medicine there is."],["The long game","Family doctors care for people for years. 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Itās the first place most people go.","Primary care isā¦",["Everyday health care","Mainly surgery and procedures","Only emergency treatment"],0],["Primary care basics","The annual checkup","Yearly checkups track health over time and catch problems early, often before symptoms appear.","Why get a yearly checkup?",["Catch problems early","To catch problems early","Only to renew prescriptions"],0],["Primary care basics","Medical history","A patientās history includes past illnesses, medicines, allergies, and family health. It helps doctors spot risks.","A medical history includesā¦",["Past illnesses and allergies","Only current symptoms","Only medicines taken today"],0],["Primary care basics","The physical exam","Doctors look, listen, and feel during an exam: checking heart and lungs, belly, and more.","During an exam, doctors listen to the heart with aā¦",["Stethoscope","Otoscope","Reflex hammer"],0],["Primary care basics","Continuity of care","Seeing the same doctor over time builds trust and helps the doctor notice changes.","Seeing the same doctor over time helpsā¦",["Notice changes and build trust","Get prescriptions faster","Shorten every visit"],0],["Primary care basics","Referrals","When a problem needs an expert, family doctors refer patients to specialists like cardiologists or dermatologists.","A referral sends a patient toā¦",["A specialist","Urgent care for a refill","The emergency room"],0],["Prevention","Vaccines","Vaccines train the immune system to recognize germs, helping prevent diseases like measles and the flu.","Vaccines help the bodyā¦",["Recognize and fight germs","Cure infections already present","Replace the need for handwashing"],0],["Prevention","Screening tests","Screenings look for disease in people without symptoms, like blood pressure checks or certain cancer screenings.","Screenings look for disease in people whoā¦",["Donāt have symptoms yet","Are already very sick","Have just been diagnosed"],0],["Prevention","Blood pressure","High blood pressure often has no symptoms but raises the risk of heart attack and stroke. Thatās why itās checked regularly.","High blood pressure oftenā¦",["Has no symptoms","Always causes headaches","Goes away without treatment"],0],["Prevention","Healthy habits","Regular activity, good sleep, balanced meals, and not smoking prevent many long-term diseases.","Which habit helps prevent disease?",["Regular physical activity","Eating late at night","Skipping breakfast"],0],["Prevention","Sleep","Most teens need about 8ā10 hours of sleep a night, and most adults about 7ā9. Too little sleep affects mood, focus, and health.","Most teens need about how much sleep?",["6ā7 hours","8ā10 hours","11ā12 hours"],1],["Prevention","Handwashing","Washing hands with soap for about 20 seconds is one of the best ways to stop germs from spreading.","Good handwashing takes aboutā¦",["5 seconds","20 seconds","2 minutes"],1],["Common conditions","Colds vs. flu","Colds and flu are caused by viruses. The flu usually hits harder, with fever and body aches. Antibiotics donāt work on viruses.","Antibiotics work againstā¦",["Bacteria, not viruses","Viruses, not bacteria","Both bacteria and viruses"],0],["Common conditions","Antibiotic resistance","Using antibiotics when theyāre not needed helps bacteria become resistant, making future infections harder to treat.","Overusing antibiotics can lead toā¦",["Resistant bacteria","Fewer side effects","Faster recovery from colds"],0],["Common conditions","Diabetes","Diabetes means the body has trouble controlling blood sugar. Type 2 diabetes is linked to genetics and lifestyle and is often managed with habits and medicine.","Diabetes affects control ofā¦",["Blood sugar","Blood clotting","Blood pressure"],0],["Common conditions","Asthma","Asthma narrows the airways and can cause wheezing and trouble breathing. Many people manage it with inhalers and by avoiding triggers.","Asthma affects theā¦",["Airways","Heart valves","Stomach"],0],["Common conditions","Mental health","Family doctors also screen for depression and anxiety and help patients find support. Mental health is part of overall health.","Family doctors also help withā¦",["Mental health","Only physical injuries","Only childrenās vaccines"],0],["Common conditions","Managing many medicines","Patients on many medicines can face drug interactions. Doctors review the full list regularly.","Why review a patientās full medicine list?",["To catch harmful interactions","To pick the cheapest brand","To count how many pills are left"],0],["Patient care","Listening","Many diagnoses come from listening carefully to the patientās story. Open questions help.","Which is an open question?",["Whatās been bothering you?","Does it hurt when I press here?","Did you take your medicine today?"],0],["Patient care","Shared decisions","In shared decision-making, doctors explain options and patients choose based on their own values.","In shared decision-making, who decides?",["The patient, with the doctorās guidance","The doctor alone, based on guidelines","The insurance plan"],0],["Patient care","Health literacy","Health literacy is how well people understand health info. Doctors use plain language and check understanding.","To help patients understand, doctors shouldā¦",["Use plain language","Use exact medical terms","Give long written handouts only"],0],["Patient care","Teach-back","In teach-back, the patient explains the plan in their own words, so the doctor knows it was understood.","Teach-back checks whetherā¦",["The patient understood","The doctorās diagnosis is right","The patientās insurance covers it"],0],["Patient care","Cultural respect","Patients have different beliefs and backgrounds. Respectful care asks about preferences instead of assuming.","Respectful care meansā¦",["Asking about preferences","Using the same plan for everyone","Treating cultural beliefs as wrong"],0],["Patient care","Privacy","Health information is private. In the US, HIPAA limits who can see and share it.","HIPAA protectsā¦",["Patient health information","Hospital staff records","Clinic marketing data"],0],["Running a practice","Telehealth","Telehealth visits happen by video or phone. Theyāre convenient for follow-ups but canāt replace every in-person exam.","A limit of telehealth isā¦",["Some exams need in-person visits","It canāt be used for follow-ups","It canāt include any doctors"],0],["Running a practice","Electronic health records","Electronic health records store patient information so doctors can see history, results, and medicines quickly.","Electronic health records storeā¦",["Patient health information","Only billing codes","Only appointment times"],0],["Running a practice","Care teams","Family doctors work with nurses, medical assistants, pharmacists, and others to care for patients.","Who is part of a care team?",["Nurses and pharmacists","Only the doctor and patient","Only specialists"],0],["Career path","Becoming a family doctor","The path is usually 4 years of college, 4 years of medical school, and a 3-year family medicine residency.","A family medicine residency usually lasts aboutā¦",["3 years","7 years","1 year"],0],["Career path","Rural medicine","Many rural areas need more doctors. Rural family doctors often handle a wide range of problems themselves.","Rural family doctors oftenā¦",["Handle a wide range of problems","Focus on one organ system","See only adult patients"],0],["Chronic care and prevention","Managing chronic disease","Chronic diseases, like diabetes or high blood pressure, last a long time. Family doctors manage them with regular visits, lab checks, medicines, and lifestyle changes. Small steady improvements prevent problems years later.","Chronic diseases are best managed withā¦",["Regular follow-up over time","One big treatment, then no visits","Emergency visits when symptoms flare"],0],["Chronic care and prevention","Blood pressure numbers","Blood pressure has two numbers. The top number is pressure when the heart beats; the bottom is pressure between beats. A reading of 130/80 or higher is considered high under current US guidelines.","The top blood pressure number is the pressureā¦",["When the heart beats","Between heartbeats","In the veins at rest"],0],["Chronic care and prevention","Cholesterol","Cholesterol is a fat in the blood. High LDL cholesterol can build up in arteries and raise the risk of heart attack and stroke. Diet, exercise, and sometimes medicines help lower it.","High LDL cholesterol raises the risk ofā¦",["Heart attack and stroke","Broken bones","Ear infections"],0],["Chronic care and prevention","Obesity care","Weight is affected by genes, sleep, stress, food access, and activity. Good doctors talk about weight respectfully and focus on health goals. Blaming or shaming patients makes them less likely to come back.","When discussing weight, doctors shouldā¦",["Focus on health goals respectfully","Warn patients bluntly to scare them","Avoid the topic completely"],0],["Chronic care and prevention","Smoking and vaping","Quitting tobacco is one of the best things a patient can do for their health. Doctors ask about smoking and vaping at visits and offer support like counseling and medicines. Most people need several tries to quit.","Most people who quit smokingā¦",["Need several tries to succeed","Quit on the first try","Canāt quit with help"],0],["Chronic care and prevention","Lab tests","Doctors order lab tests to check things they canāt see, like blood sugar, kidney function, or blood counts. A result outside the normal range doesnāt always mean disease, so doctors look at the whole picture.","An abnormal lab result meansā¦",["It needs to be looked at with the whole picture","The patient definitely has a disease","The test must be repeated daily"],0],["Chronic care and prevention","Preventing falls","Falls are a major cause of injury in older adults. Family doctors check balance, review medicines that cause dizziness, and suggest strength exercises and home safety changes.","Which can raise fall risk in older adults?",["Medicines that cause dizziness","Drinking enough water","Regular strength exercise"],0],["Chronic care and prevention","Depression screening","Depression is common and treatable. Many family doctors use short questionnaires, like the PHQ-9, to screen for it. A positive screen leads to a conversation and a care plan, not a label.","The PHQ-9 is used to screen forā¦",["Depression","Diabetes","Hearing loss"],0],["Chronic care and prevention","Pain medicines","Some pain medicines, like opioids, can be addictive. Family doctors often try other options first, such as physical therapy or non-opioid medicines, and use opioids carefully when needed.","Why are opioids used carefully?",["They can be addictive","They never relieve pain","They are always illegal"],0],["Chronic care and prevention","Community health","Health is shaped by more than the clinic, like housing, food, and safe places to exercise. Family doctors may connect patients with community resources such as food banks or support programs.","Housing and food access are examples ofā¦",["Social factors that affect health","Medical procedures","Lab test results"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š Patient privacy","s":"A friend asks you what was wrong with a celebrity you treated today.","c":[["Say you canāt share patient information",8,25,0,2,"Patient privacy laws like HIPAA protect health information."],["Share a few small, harmless details",-12,0,-3,0,"Even small details can break privacy laws and trust."],["Post a vague hint online without the name",-14,0,-4,0,"Hints can still identify a patient. Thatās a serious violation."]]},{"t":"š³ You made a mistake","s":"You realize you made an error in a patientās care yesterday. No harm done yet.","c":[["Tell the team and the patient, and fix it",8,25,0,2,"Being open about errors keeps patients safe and builds trust."],["Fix it quietly, since no harm was done",-6,0,-1,0,"Hiding errors stops the team from learning and can backfire."],["Report that the computer system caused the error",-8,0,-2,0,"Blaming others doesnāt fix anything."]]},{"t":"š“ Double shift","s":"Youāve worked 20 hours straight and a coworker asks you to cover another shift.","c":[["Say no and rest so youāre safe to work",6,20,0,2,"Exhausted clinicians make more mistakes. Rest is part of patient safety."],["Say yes and use coffee to stay sharp",-6,5,-2,0,"Fatigue raises the risk of errors."],["Say yes and move faster with each patient to keep up",-10,0,-3,0,"Rushed care is unsafe care."]]},{"t":"š
Patient says no","s":"An adult patient refuses a treatment you recommend.","c":[["Explain the risks clearly and respect their choice",7,25,0,2,"Adults with decision-making capacity can refuse care. Your job is to inform, not force."],["Keep urging them until they agree, since itās for their health",-8,0,-1,0,"Pressure damages trust and can violate consent rules."],["Give the treatment, since you know itās what they need",-16,0,-5,0,"Treating without consent is a serious ethical and legal violation."]]},{"t":"š Fancy gift","s":"A company that sells medical supplies offers you a free vacation if you use their products.","c":[["Decline and choose products based on evidence",7,25,0,2,"Gifts from sellers can bias care. Many hospitals ban them."],["Accept, since a trip wonāt change your judgment",-8,5,-1,0,"Gifts with strings attached create conflicts of interest."],["Accept and use their products, since theyāre decent anyway",-12,0,-3,0,"Recommending products for rewards puts profit over patients."]]},{"t":"šø Photo for social media","s":"A coworker wants to post a selfie in the ER with patients visible in the background.","c":[["Stop them and explain the privacy rules",7,20,0,2,"Patients in photos can be identified. Privacy comes first."],["Let it go, since the patients are blurry in the back",-8,0,-2,0,"A background face can still break privacy laws."],["Blur the faces and then post it",-3,5,-1,1,"Better, but patient areas should stay off social media."]]},{"t":"š£ļø Language barrier","s":"A patient speaks little English and seems confused about their care.","c":[["Get a professional medical interpreter",7,25,1,2,"Trained interpreters prevent dangerous misunderstandings."],["Ask their child to translate, since the child speaks English",-8,0,-2,0,"Children shouldnāt interpret medical information. They can miss details, and it puts a heavy burden on them."],["Speak louder and more slowly so they can follow",-6,0,-1,0,"Volume doesnāt solve a language barrier."]]},{"t":"š¤ Worried about a colleague","s":"A colleague seems unwell and is making mistakes on shift.","c":[["Talk to them privately and alert a supervisor if needed",7,20,0,2,"Speaking up protects patients and helps your colleague get support."],["Stay out of it, since theyāre a trained professional",-7,0,-2,0,"Staying silent can put patients at risk."],["Ask other staff if theyāve noticed it too",-9,0,-1,0,"Gossip hurts people and solves nothing."]]}],"rk":[["Medical Student","Valley Clinic","š„",2,2],["Family Medicine Resident","Valley Clinic","š„",3,3],["Family Doctor","Maple Health Center","š",4,3],["Senior Physician","Maple Health Center","š",5,4],["Medical Director","Community Health Network","ā",6,5],["Chief Medical Officer","National Health Partners","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Pre-med","š©¹ Med Student","š©ŗ Resident","š Specialist","š Department Chief","š Medical Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Seeing the same families for years","f","Focusing on one type of patient","s"],["Pick a setting","A big city clinic","c","A small rural town","f"],["What fits you?","Teaching healthy habits","f","Solving puzzling diagnoses","s"],["Which do you enjoy?","Helping a community","c","Getting to know each person","f"]],"r":{"f":["Family physician","You love long-term relationships. Family doctors care for every age, year after year."],"s":["Internal medicine or a specialty","You like solving tough puzzles. Internists and specialists dig deep into specific problems."],"c":["Community or public health","You care about whole communities. Public health doctors improve health on a big scale."]}},"about":{"does":"Family doctors provide primary care for people of every age. They do checkups and vaccines, treat common illnesses, manage long-term conditions, and refer patients to specialists when needed.","day":["See patients for checkups and sick visits","Review lab results and call patients with updates","Coordinate care with a specialist"],"skills":["Listening and empathy","Broad medical knowledge","Explaining things simply"],"path":"Most go to college, then medical school, then a 3-year family medicine residency. Volunteering at a clinic or shadowing a doctor is a great way to explore.","real":"Real medicine takes years of training, licensing, and teamwork, and real patients are never game pieces. This game teaches ideas about the job. It is not medical advice."},"twist":{"k":"streak","name":"Healthy streak","emo":"š","desc":"String together strong years (good fit, no big losses) to build a streak. Each level boosts XP and results.","how":"A strong year means 70+ average fit, positive results, and no patient with a big loss. Each strong year in a row adds to your Healthy streak, up to 4. It multiplies XP by up to Ć2 and adds up to +2.4% to results. One weak year resets it.","hi":"Youāre on a roll!","lo":"Streak broken. Build it back up.","achName":"Healthy streak keeper","achDesc":"Reach a 3-year streak"},"tips":["Patients who canāt handle big swings need š„¦ Prevention & healthy habits and steady options.","Always keep each patientās minimum in š„¦ Prevention & healthy habits.","Keep š One brand-new treatment at 25% or less.","Bolder patients can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"š£ļø","name":"Patient talk","how":"Each year you choose how to handle a real conversation with a patient.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"A patient wants antibiotics for a cold. Whatās the best response?","opts":["Explain that colds are viral, so antibiotics wonāt help, and suggest ways to feel better","Prescribe them to keep the patient happy","Tell them theyāre wrong and leave","Prescribe double the usual amount"],"ok":0,"why":"Antibiotics donāt work on viruses, and overusing them builds resistance."},{"kind":"mc","q":"A patient nods along but seems confused about their new plan. What should you do?","opts":["Ask them to explain the plan back in their own words","Hand them a long printout and move on","Repeat it louder","Assume they understood"],"ok":0,"why":"Teach-back checks understanding and prevents mistakes."},{"kind":"mc","q":"A healthy 30-year-old asks what matters most for staying healthy. What do you say?","opts":["Regular activity, good sleep, balanced meals, and not smoking","Take lots of supplements","Get a scan every month","Nothing, theyāre young"],"ok":0,"why":"Everyday habits prevent many long-term diseases."}]},"cast":{"scene":"š„ š š©ŗ š š§Ŗ","boss":["Dr. Rivera","š©š½āāļø","Chief of Medicine"],"buddy":["Sam","š§š»āāļø","your fellow resident"],"rival":["Dr. Park","š§š¼āāļø","the overconfident rival"]},"play":{"k":"schedule","u":"š§āāļø","pot":"āļø","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Riverside Family Clinic","h":[8,17],"m":["ā¤ļø Patient health","ā±ļø Schedule","š¬ Trust"],"t":[["c","š§ Mr. Patel, 52","High blood pressure","His blood pressure is 152/96 for the third visit. He hates taking pills.",[["Explain the risks, talk about diet, exercise, and salt, and discuss starting medicine together",[12,-2,10],"Shared decisions work best. Patients follow plans they helped make.",2],["Write a prescription today, since medicine works faster than lifestyle change",[4,4,-8],"Medicine helps, but without explaining it he may never fill it.",1],["Recheck his blood pressure in a year to see if it improves on its own",[-14,4,0],"Untreated high blood pressure leads to strokes and heart attacks.",0]]],["o","Morning schedule","Youāre running late. Who do you see first?",["Toddler with a fever of 104Ā°F and very sleepy","Adult with a urinary infection, burning","Yearly physical, feeling fine","Form for a school sports physical"],"Sick kids who are very sleepy with high fevers need to be seen fast. Routine visits can shift.",1],["b","Screening or not?","Is this screening recommended for a healthy adult of this age?",["ā
Recommended","ā Not routine"],[["Blood pressure check, age 25",0],["Colon cancer screening, age 50",0],["Full-body CT scan, age 30",1],["Cholesterol check, age 45",0],["Brain MRI for no symptoms",1],["Flu shot every fall",0]],"Family doctors follow screening guidelines. Tests without a reason can find harmless things and lead to risky follow-ups.",0],["c","š© Ms. Lopez","Antibiotics for a cold","She has a runny nose and cough for 3 days and wants antibiotics before a trip.",[["Explain antibiotics donāt treat viruses and suggest symptom relief",[10,0,6],"Correct. Unneeded antibiotics cause side effects and resistant bacteria.",2],["Prescribe antibiotics just in case, since sheās about to travel",[-10,2,4],"This feeds antibiotic resistance and can cause side effects.",0],["Reassure her that itās just a cold and sheāll be fine",[0,2,-10],"Right medicine, wrong bedside manner.",1]]],["s","Chart review","Tap the problems in this patientās chart.",[["Allergies: none known",0],["Taking ibuprofen daily and a blood thinner",1],["Last tetanus shot: 14 years ago",1],["Weight stable this year",0],["A1C (diabetes test) 9.2%, no follow-up planned",1]],"Doctors catch risky drug combos, overdue vaccines, and missed follow-ups by reading charts carefully.",0],["n","BMI check","A patient is 2 m tall and weighs 80 kg. BMI = weight Ć· heightĀ². What is the BMI?",20,0.5,"","80 Ć· (2 Ć 2) = 20. Thatās in the healthy range. BMI is a rough screen, not a full picture.",0],["c","š¦ Jayden, 16, alone","A private question","He asks about something personal and wants you not to tell his parents.",[["Explain what stays private and the safety limits, then listen",[8,-2,14],"Teens open up when they know the rules of confidentiality, including when youād have to share for safety.",2],["Explain that you have to share everything with his parents",[-4,0,-14],"Not true in many cases, and he may stop seeking care.",0],["Promise to keep anything he says completely secret",[-8,0,4],"You canāt promise that. If heās in danger, you must act.",1]]],["q","Vaccine facts","Rapid round: true or false?",["ā
True","ā False"],[["Vaccines train the immune system",0],["Vaccines cause autism",1],["Some vaccines need boosters",0],["Flu shots can give you the flu",1],["Herd immunity protects babies",0]],"Doctors answer vaccine questions every day with clear, honest facts.",2],["c","šµ Mrs. Kim","A 15-minute visit with 5 problems","She brings a list of five concerns. You have 15 minutes.",[["Ask which two matter most today and book another visit for the rest",[8,6,8],"Great prioritizing. Patients feel heard and nothing gets rushed.",2],["Go quickly through all five so she gets everything handled today",[-6,-4,-2],"Rushing leads to missed problems.",1],["Handle her first concern and ask her to book again for the rest",[-6,6,-12],"Sheāll feel brushed off.",0]]]]}},"surgeon":{"id":"surgeon","f":"med","desc":"Plan operations, choose the right approach, and keep the operating room safe.","title":"Steady Hands šŖ","role":"Surgeon","tag":"Precision saves lives.","emo":["šŖ","š©»","š§¤"],"unit":"","bigA":13000,"newsName":"Health news","th":{"a":"#1c7ed6","b":"#12b886","g1":"#d6e8f8","g2":"#d4f2e9","ad":"#559ee0","d1":"#152c59","d2":"#123c42"},"pitch":"Plan surgical care for patients, handle operating-room surprises, and see whether surgery fits you.","goal":"help every patient through surgery safely and recover well, and keep their trust.","w":{"cl":"patient","cls":"patients","val":"Health score","total":"Total health score","alloc":"Care plan","hor":"Timeline","trust":"Patient trust","mkt":"Patient outcomes","Cl":"Patient"},"opts":[{"id":"check","n":"ā
Safety checklist","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Confirm the patient, site, and plan. Every time.","one":false},{"id":"prep","n":"š Careful planning","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Study scans and plan each step.","one":false},{"id":"std","n":"šŖ Standard procedure","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"The proven way to do the operation.","one":false},{"id":"mini","n":"š¬ Minimally invasive approach","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Smaller cuts and faster recovery, but trickier.","one":false},{"id":"exp","n":"š¤ One experimental technique","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"d":"New tech that could shine or stumble.","one":true},{"id":"fast","n":"ā© Speed through the case","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"Shorter operations, but more risk of mistakes.","one":false}],"must":"check","cases":[{"name":"Grandpa Joe, 79 š§","story":"Needs a hip replacement and has a weak heart.","amt":1500,"hor":"Next month","rl":1.5,"rh":2.6,"min":25,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Fragile patients need extra safety and careful planning."},{"name":"Maria, 34 š©ŗ","story":"Appendicitis. Needs surgery today.","amt":1200,"hor":"Today","rl":2.4,"rh":3.6,"min":18,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Urgent but common. A standard approach works well."},{"name":"Athlete knee repair ā½","story":"A college soccer player with a torn ligament.","amt":1300,"hor":"This season","rl":2.8,"rh":4,"min":12,"maxLoss":20,"tip":"Young, healthy patients can benefit from advanced approaches."},{"name":"Trauma case š","story":"Serious injuries from an accident.","amt":2000,"hor":"Right now","rl":2.2,"rh":3.4,"min":22,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Trauma needs speed, but checklists still save lives."},{"name":"Childās heart surgery š","story":"A small child with a heart problem from birth.","amt":1800,"hor":"This year","rl":1.6,"rh":2.7,"min":25,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Children need extremely careful planning and experienced teams."},{"name":"Busy surgical day šļø","story":"Eight routine operations scheduled in one day.","amt":1600,"hor":"Today","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":15,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Efficiency helps, but rushing causes errors."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Healthy season","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal season","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Flu surge","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Outbreak wave","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["Fewer people are getting sick this season","New equipment speeds up care"],"normal":["A typical week at work","Patient visits are about normal"],"rough":["Flu cases are climbing fast","Staff shortages slow things down"],"crash":["A fast-spreading illness fills hospitals","Supplies run short across the region"]},"intro":[["Checklists save lives","Simple safety checklists before surgery prevent many serious mistakes."],["Plan, then cut","Good surgeons spend lots of time planning before the operation begins."],["Fit the patient","A frail grandpa and a young athlete need very different surgical plans."]],"ls":[["Surgery basics","What surgeons do","Surgeons treat disease and injury by operating. They also decide who needs surgery, plan it, and follow patients during recovery.","Surgeons treat problems mainly byā¦",["Operating","Mostly prescribing medicines","Physical therapy alone"],0],["Surgery basics","Types of surgeons","There are many surgical specialties: general, orthopedic (bones), cardiac (heart), neuro (brain), pediatric, and more.","Orthopedic surgeons focus onā¦",["Bones and joints","The heart and blood vessels","The brain and spine"],0],["Surgery basics","The operating room team","An OR team includes the surgeon, anesthesiologist, nurses, and surgical techs. Each has a key role.","Who keeps the patient asleep and safe during surgery?",["The anesthesiologist","The scrub nurse","The circulating nurse"],0],["Surgery basics","Anesthesia","Anesthesia keeps patients from feeling pain. General anesthesia puts them fully asleep; local anesthesia numbs one area.","Local anesthesiaā¦",["Numbs one area","Puts you fully asleep","Is used only for major surgery"],0],["Surgery basics","Sterile technique","Keeping everything sterile, meaning free of germs, prevents infections. Surgeons scrub their hands and wear gowns and gloves.","Sterile technique preventsā¦",["Infections","Bleeding","Blood clots"],0],["Surgery basics","Scrubbing in","Before surgery, the team scrubs their hands and arms carefully, then puts on sterile gowns and gloves.","Scrubbing in meansā¦",["Carefully cleaning hands and arms before surgery","Putting on a gown over street clothes","Washing hands for a few seconds"],0],["Safety","The surgical safety checklist","Before surgery, teams confirm the patientās identity, the procedure, and the correct body site. Checklists cut down on errors.","A safety checklist confirmsā¦",["The right patient and site","The surgeonās schedule","The length of the operation"],0],["Safety","Marking the site","Surgeons often mark the correct body part before surgery to prevent operating on the wrong side.","Why mark the surgical site?",["To avoid operating on the wrong side","To show where to place the IV","To mark where stitches go"],0],["Safety","Speaking up","Anyone on the team should feel safe to speak up if something seems wrong. That culture prevents mistakes.","In a safe OR, who can speak up about a problem?",["Anyone on the team","Only the lead surgeon","Only the anesthesiologist"],0],["Safety","Counting instruments","Teams count sponges and instruments before and after surgery so nothing is left inside the patient.","Why count instruments and sponges?",["So nothing is left inside","To track supply costs","To clean them for the next case"],0],["Safety","Infection prevention","Surgical site infections can slow recovery. Clean technique and sometimes antibiotics before surgery help prevent them.","Surgical site infections canā¦",["Slow recovery","Only affect the skin color","Speed healing"],0],["Safety","Fatigue","Tired surgeons make more mistakes. Hospitals limit work hours for trainees and plan schedules carefully.","Why limit surgeonsā work hours?",["Fatigue causes mistakes","To cut hospital costs","To give patients shorter waits"],0],["Techniques","Open surgery","Open surgery uses a larger cut to give the surgeon a direct view. Itās sometimes the safest choice.","Open surgery usesā¦",["A larger cut","Tiny cuts and a camera","No incision at all"],0],["Techniques","Laparoscopic surgery","Laparoscopic surgery uses small cuts, a camera, and thin tools. Patients often recover faster.","A benefit of laparoscopic surgery isā¦",["Faster recovery","No anesthesia needed","No risk of complications"],0],["Techniques","Robotic surgery","In robotic surgery, the surgeon controls robotic arms from a console. The robot doesnāt operate on its own.","In robotic surgery, the robot is controlled byā¦",["The surgeon","A computer program on its own","The patient while awake"],0],["Techniques","Stitches","Surgeons close wounds with stitches (sutures), staples, or special glue, depending on the wound.","Sutures areā¦",["Stitches","Surgical clips inside blood vessels","Pain medicine patches"],0],["Techniques","Imaging before surgery","X-rays, CT, and MRI scans help surgeons plan exactly what theyāll do.","Scans before surgery help surgeonsā¦",["Plan the operation","Replace the surgery","Skip the consent form"],0],["Techniques","Blood loss","Surgeons control bleeding carefully. Sometimes patients need a blood transfusion from donors.","A blood transfusion gives patientsā¦",["Donated blood","Saline to raise blood sugar","Plasma made in a lab"],0],["Patients","Informed consent","Before surgery, patients learn the risks, benefits, and alternatives, then agree. Thatās informed consent.","Informed consent includes explainingā¦",["Risks, benefits, and alternatives","Only the expected recovery time","Only how long the surgery takes"],0],["Patients","Not every problem needs surgery","Good surgeons sometimes recommend not operating, if other treatments are safer or work as well.","Good surgeons sometimes recommendā¦",["Not operating","Two smaller surgeries instead of one","Always a second opinion surgery"],0],["Patients","Recovery","After surgery, patients are watched closely. Walking early, managing pain, and following instructions help healing.","Which often helps recovery after surgery?",["Getting up and walking when cleared","Staying in bed for weeks","Avoiding drinking water"],0],["Patients","Talking to families","Surgeons update families before and after operations. Honest, clear updates matter, especially when things are hard.","Surgeons should update familiesā¦",["Honestly and clearly","Only after the patient leaves the hospital","Only if something goes wrong"],0],["Patients","Complications","Every surgery has some risk of complications. Surgeons explain them in advance and act fast if one happens.","Surgeons explain possible complicationsā¦",["Before surgery","Only after they happen","Only if the patient asks"],0],["Career path","Training length","Becoming a surgeon usually takes 4 years of college, 4 years of medical school, and a 5ā7+ year residency. Some add a fellowship.","A surgical residency usually lasts aboutā¦",["5ā7 years","2ā3 years","10ā12 years"],0],["Career path","Fellowship","A fellowship is extra training after residency in a narrower area, like hand surgery or pediatric surgery.","A fellowship isā¦",["Extra specialized training","A research-only job","The first year of medical school"],0],["Career path","Practice and skill","Surgeons practice with simulators and supervised cases. Repetition builds skill and confidence.","Surgical skill grows throughā¦",["Practice and supervised cases","Reading textbooks alone","Watching videos of surgery only"],0],["Career path","Teamwork","Even the best surgeon depends on the whole team. Respect and communication improve outcomes.","Good surgical outcomes depend onā¦",["The whole team","Mainly the surgeonās skill","Mainly the operating room equipment"],0],["Career path","Learning from cases","Surgical teams review complications in meetings to learn and improve, without blaming.","Reviewing complications helps teamsā¦",["Learn and improve","Assign blame to one person","Avoid future lawsuits only"],0],["Career path","Steady hands","Surgeons need fine motor skills, patience, and focus. Hobbies like music or crafts can build hand skills.","A skill surgeons need isā¦",["Fine motor control","Very fast reaction to noise","Strong lifting ability"],0],["Career path","Long hours","Surgery can mean long hours and emergencies at night. Many surgeons find the work deeply rewarding.","Surgery careers often includeā¦",["Long hours and emergencies","Mostly fixed office hours","Short training and light schedules"],0],["Advanced surgery","Anatomy","Surgeons must know anatomy, the bodyās structure, in great detail. Every patient is a little different, so surgeons also study scans before an operation. Knowing what lies near the surgical area prevents damage.","Why do surgeons study anatomy so closely?",["To avoid damaging nearby structures","Because itās only needed for exams","So surgery can be done without scans"],0],["Advanced surgery","Hemostasis","Hemostasis means controlling bleeding. Surgeons use pressure, stitches, clips, and special tools that seal blood vessels with heat. Good bleeding control keeps the surgical field clear and the patient safe.","Hemostasis meansā¦",["Controlling bleeding","Preventing infection","Putting the patient to sleep"],0],["Advanced surgery","Pre-op assessment","Before surgery, the team checks the patientās health, medicines, and allergies. Some medicines, like blood thinners, may need to be paused. This lowers the chance of problems during the operation.","Why might blood thinners be paused before surgery?",["To reduce bleeding risk","To help the patient sleep","To speed up anesthesia"],0],["Advanced surgery","Fasting before surgery","Patients are usually told not to eat for several hours before anesthesia. An empty stomach lowers the risk of stomach contents getting into the lungs while asleep.","Why do patients fast before anesthesia?",["To lower the risk of stomach contents entering the lungs","To lose weight before surgery","To make the surgery shorter"],0],["Advanced surgery","Emergency surgery","Some surgeries canāt wait, like a burst appendix or internal bleeding. Emergency surgeons must decide quickly while still confirming the diagnosis. Waiting too long can be life-threatening.","A burst appendix usually needsā¦",["Urgent surgery","A follow-up visit next month","Only rest at home"],0],["Advanced surgery","Pain after surgery","Good pain control helps patients breathe deeply, walk sooner, and heal. Teams often combine several kinds of pain medicine to reduce how much opioid is needed.","Combining pain medicines after surgery canā¦",["Reduce how much opioid is needed","Make healing slower","Replace the need to walk"],0],["Advanced surgery","Blood clots","After surgery, patients have a higher risk of blood clots in the legs. Walking early, compression devices, and sometimes blood thinners lower that risk.","After surgery, early walking helps preventā¦",["Blood clots","Infections at the incision","Allergic reactions"],0],["Advanced surgery","Wound care","A surgical wound needs to stay clean as it heals. Signs of infection include redness that spreads, warmth, pus, or fever. Patients are taught to call if they notice these signs.","Which is a sign of wound infection?",["Spreading redness and fever","A small, dry scab","Mild itching as it heals"],0],["Advanced surgery","Simulation training","Surgeons in training practice on simulators and models before operating on patients. This builds skill and confidence while keeping patients safe.","Why do surgical trainees use simulators?",["To build skill without risk to patients","Because real surgery is no longer taught","To replace residency"],0],["Advanced surgery","Time-out","Right before the first cut, the team pauses for a time-out. Everyone confirms the patient, the procedure, and the side. Anyone can stop the case if something doesnāt match.","During a surgical time-out, the team confirmsā¦",["The patient, procedure, and side","The length of the surgery only","Who will write the report"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š Patient privacy","s":"A friend asks you what was wrong with a celebrity you treated today.","c":[["Say you canāt share patient information",8,25,0,2,"Patient privacy laws like HIPAA protect health information."],["Share a few small, harmless details",-12,0,-3,0,"Even small details can break privacy laws and trust."],["Post a vague hint online without the name",-14,0,-4,0,"Hints can still identify a patient. Thatās a serious violation."]]},{"t":"š³ You made a mistake","s":"You realize you made an error in a patientās care yesterday. No harm done yet.","c":[["Tell the team and the patient, and fix it",8,25,0,2,"Being open about errors keeps patients safe and builds trust."],["Fix it quietly, since no harm was done",-6,0,-1,0,"Hiding errors stops the team from learning and can backfire."],["Report that the computer system caused the error",-8,0,-2,0,"Blaming others doesnāt fix anything."]]},{"t":"š“ Double shift","s":"Youāve worked 20 hours straight and a coworker asks you to cover another shift.","c":[["Say no and rest so youāre safe to work",6,20,0,2,"Exhausted clinicians make more mistakes. Rest is part of patient safety."],["Say yes and use coffee to stay sharp",-6,5,-2,0,"Fatigue raises the risk of errors."],["Say yes and move faster with each patient to keep up",-10,0,-3,0,"Rushed care is unsafe care."]]},{"t":"š
Patient says no","s":"An adult patient refuses a treatment you recommend.","c":[["Explain the risks clearly and respect their choice",7,25,0,2,"Adults with decision-making capacity can refuse care. Your job is to inform, not force."],["Keep urging them until they agree, since itās for their health",-8,0,-1,0,"Pressure damages trust and can violate consent rules."],["Give the treatment, since you know itās what they need",-16,0,-5,0,"Treating without consent is a serious ethical and legal violation."]]},{"t":"š Fancy gift","s":"A company that sells medical supplies offers you a free vacation if you use their products.","c":[["Decline and choose products based on evidence",7,25,0,2,"Gifts from sellers can bias care. Many hospitals ban them."],["Accept, since a trip wonāt change your judgment",-8,5,-1,0,"Gifts with strings attached create conflicts of interest."],["Accept and use their products, since theyāre decent anyway",-12,0,-3,0,"Recommending products for rewards puts profit over patients."]]},{"t":"šø Photo for social media","s":"A coworker wants to post a selfie in the ER with patients visible in the background.","c":[["Stop them and explain the privacy rules",7,20,0,2,"Patients in photos can be identified. Privacy comes first."],["Let it go, since the patients are blurry in the back",-8,0,-2,0,"A background face can still break privacy laws."],["Blur the faces and then post it",-3,5,-1,1,"Better, but patient areas should stay off social media."]]},{"t":"š£ļø Language barrier","s":"A patient speaks little English and seems confused about their care.","c":[["Get a professional medical interpreter",7,25,1,2,"Trained interpreters prevent dangerous misunderstandings."],["Ask their child to translate, since the child speaks English",-8,0,-2,0,"Children shouldnāt interpret medical information. They can miss details, and it puts a heavy burden on them."],["Speak louder and more slowly so they can follow",-6,0,-1,0,"Volume doesnāt solve a language barrier."]]},{"t":"š¤ Worried about a colleague","s":"A colleague seems unwell and is making mistakes on shift.","c":[["Talk to them privately and alert a supervisor if needed",7,20,0,2,"Speaking up protects patients and helps your colleague get support."],["Stay out of it, since theyāre a trained professional",-7,0,-2,0,"Staying silent can put patients at risk."],["Ask other staff if theyāve noticed it too",-9,0,-1,0,"Gossip hurts people and solves nothing."]]}],"rk":[["Medical Student","University Hospital","š„",2,2],["Surgical Resident","University Hospital","š„",3,3],["Attending Surgeon","Lakeside Medical","šŖ",4,3],["Senior Surgeon","Lakeside Medical","šŖ",5,4],["Chief of Surgery","Regional Medical Center","ā",6,5],["Surgeon-in-Chief","National Surgical Institute","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Pre-med","š©¹ Med Student","š©ŗ Resident","š Specialist","š Department Chief","š Medical Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Fixing bones and joints","o","Operating on the heart or brain","h"],["Pick a vibe","Planned operations","o","Middle-of-the-night emergencies","t"],["What fits you?","Super-precise detail work","h","Fast action in a crisis","t"],["Which do you enjoy?","Helping athletes get back in the game","o","High-stakes challenges","h"]],"r":{"o":["Orthopedic surgeon","You like mechanics and movement. Orthopedic surgeons fix bones, joints, and ligaments."],"h":["Heart or brain surgeon","You love precision and big challenges. Cardiac and neurosurgeons handle some of the most complex operations."],"t":["Trauma surgeon","You thrive in emergencies. Trauma surgeons treat serious injuries fast."]}},"about":{"does":"Surgeons diagnose problems that may need an operation, plan and perform surgery, and care for patients before and after. They work with anesthesiologists, nurses, and techs as a team.","day":["Review scans and plan an operation","Perform two surgeries in the operating room","Check on patients recovering from yesterdayās cases"],"skills":["Precision and focus","Calm decision-making","Teamwork"],"path":"Most go to college, then medical school, then a surgical residency of 5ā7 years or more, sometimes followed by a fellowship. Science classes and hands-on hobbies help build the foundation.","real":"Real medicine takes years of training, licensing, and teamwork, and real patients are never game pieces. This game teaches ideas about the job. It is not medical advice."},"twist":{"k":"audit","name":"Safety review","emo":"š”ļø","word":"safety review","p":0.4,"desc":"Any year, a surprise safety review can happen. Patients with enough in ā
Safety checklist and a solid plan pass.","how":"Each year thereās about a 40% chance of a surprise safety review. Every patient with at least its minimum in ā
Safety checklist and a fit of 50+ passes (trust +5, +20 XP). Any that fail get a trust hit and a 5% penalty.","passMsg":"Everything checked out.","failMsg":"The safety review found problems here. Penalty applied.","achName":"Inspection-proof","achDesc":"Pass 3 surprise safety reviews"},"tips":["Patients who canāt handle big swings need ā
Safety checklist and steady options.","Always keep each patientās minimum in ā
Safety checklist.","Keep š¤ One experimental technique at 25% or less.","Bolder patients can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"ā
","name":"OR safety check","how":"Each year you make a key operating-room safety call.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"Right before surgery, the patientās chart says left knee, but the consent form says right knee. What do you do?","opts":["Stop and confirm with the patient and team before starting","Go with the chart","Go with the consent form","Flip a coin"],"ok":0,"why":"Any mismatch means stop and confirm. This prevents wrong-site surgery."},{"kind":"mc","q":"At the end of surgery, the sponge count is off by one. Whatās next?","opts":["Search and recount before closing","Close anyway, itās probably fine","Blame the nurse","Ignore it"],"ok":0,"why":"Counts must match so nothing is left inside the patient."},{"kind":"mc","q":"A nurse quietly says she thinks something looks wrong. How should the surgeon respond?","opts":["Pause, listen, and check","Tell her to stay quiet","Keep going faster","Ask her to leave"],"ok":0,"why":"A culture where anyone can speak up prevents mistakes."}]},"cast":{"scene":"š„ š š©ŗ š š§Ŗ","boss":["Dr. Rivera","š©š½āāļø","Chief of Medicine"],"buddy":["Sam","š§š»āāļø","your fellow resident"],"rival":["Dr. Park","š§š¼āāļø","the overconfident rival"]},"play":{"k":"recipe","u":"š§āāļø","pot":"āļø","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"University Hospital Ā· Operating Rooms","h":[6,18],"m":["ā¤ļø Patient safety","šÆ Precision","š¤ Team"],"t":[["o","Surgical time-out","Put the safety checklist in order before the first cut.",["Confirm the patientās identity","Confirm the procedure and which side","Check allergies and antibiotics given","Team says any concerns","Make the incision"],"The time-out is a pause where the whole team confirms who, what, and where. It prevents wrong-site surgery.",0],["c","š§āāļø Scrub nurse Ana","Count is off","At the end of surgery, the sponge count is one short.",[["Stop closing, search the field, and get an X-ray if it isnāt found",[14,0,8],"Correct. A retained sponge can cause serious infection. You never close with a bad count.",2],["Close, since counts are sometimes off by one and everything looks fine",[-20,4,-10],"Never assume. Leaving an object inside a patient is a serious error.",0],["Have the nurse recount while you start closing to save time",[-8,2,-4],"Closing first defeats the purpose.",0]]],["s","Pre-op check","Tap the problems before surgery tomorrow.",[["Consent form signed by the patient",0],["Ate a full breakfast this morning",1],["Took a blood thinner last night",1],["Surgical site marked on the correct knee",0],["Blood type and crossmatch done",0]],"Food raises the risk of choking under anesthesia. Blood thinners increase bleeding. Surgeons catch these before the OR.",0],["c","š© Patient, 45","Risks talk","She asks if her gallbladder surgery is 100% safe.",[["Explain itās common and usually safe, list real risks, and answer honestly",[6,0,14],"Informed consent means honest risks and benefits.",2],["Reassure her that the surgery is routine and nothing will go wrong",[-4,0,-10],"No surgery is risk-free. False comfort breaks trust.",0],["Give her a detailed pamphlet on the risks to read on her own",[0,4,-8],"Consent needs a conversation.",1]]],["q","Sterile or not?","Rapid round: is it sterile?",["ā
Sterile","ā Not sterile"],[["Front of your gown from chest to waist",0],["Your back",1],["Gloved hands held above your waist",0],["A tool that touched the floor",1],["Top of the sterile drape",0],["The edge of a sterile wrapper",1]],"Knowing exactly what is sterile prevents surgical infections.",1],["n","Blood loss","You used 6 fully soaked sponges. Each holds about 100 mL of blood. Estimate the blood loss.",600,50,"mL","6 Ć 100 = 600 mL. Teams track blood loss to decide when to give fluids or blood.",0],["c","š§āāļø Resident Dr. Park","Your trainee wants to try","A resident asks to do part of the operation. Theyāre skilled but nervous.",[["Let them do a step with you guiding closely",[4,2,12],"Thatās how surgeons are trained: real practice with close supervision.",2],["Do the whole operation yourself, since itās faster and safer today",[2,4,-10],"Faster today, but surgeons have a duty to teach.",1],["Let them do it on their own while you step out to show you trust them",[-18,0,-4],"Unsupervised trainees put patients at risk.",0]]],["b","Tools of the trade","Match the tool to its job.",["āļø Cut","š¤ Grab/hold","š©ø Stop bleeding"],[["Scalpel",0],["Forceps",1],["Cautery pen",2],["Surgical scissors",0],["Clamp on a vessel",2],["Retractor holding tissue back",1]],"Surgeons and scrub techs know every tool by name and job.",1]]}},"peds":{"id":"peds","f":"med","desc":"Care for babies, kids, and teens, and help parents make good choices.","title":"Little Patients š§ø","role":"Pediatrician","tag":"Big care for small people.","emo":["š§ø","š¶","š¼"],"unit":"","bigA":9000,"newsName":"Health news","th":{"a":"#f06595","b":"#4dabf7","g1":"#fce3ec","g2":"#dff0fe","ad":"#f48cb0","d1":"#502547","d2":"#233962"},"pitch":"Plan care for kids at every age, work with worried parents, and see whether pediatrics fits you.","goal":"help kids grow up healthy, support their families, and keep everyoneās trust.","w":{"cl":"patient","cls":"patients","val":"Health score","total":"Total health score","alloc":"Care plan","hor":"Timeline","trust":"Patient trust","mkt":"Patient outcomes","Cl":"Patient"},"opts":[{"id":"well","n":"š§ø Well-child checkups","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Track growth and development on schedule.","one":false},{"id":"vax","n":"š Vaccines on schedule","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Protect kids from serious diseases.","one":false},{"id":"treat","n":"š Standard treatment","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Proven care for common childhood illnesses.","one":false},{"id":"spec","n":"š Pediatric specialist","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Expert help, but long waits.","one":false},{"id":"new","n":"š One new treatment","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"d":"Promising but less tested in kids.","one":true},{"id":"fast","n":"ā© Quick visits","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"See more kids, but miss details.","one":false}],"must":"well","cases":[{"name":"Newborn Mia š¶","story":"First baby for nervous new parents.","amt":1000,"hor":"First year","rl":1.5,"rh":2.6,"min":25,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Newborns need careful, regular checkups and calm guidance for parents."},{"name":"Theo, 4 š¦","story":"Lots of ear infections this year.","amt":900,"hor":"This year","rl":2.2,"rh":3.4,"min":18,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Common problems need standard care, and sometimes a specialist."},{"name":"Ana, 15 š§","story":"Wants a sports physical and has questions sheās shy about.","amt":900,"hor":"This season","rl":2,"rh":3.2,"min":15,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Teens need privacy and respect, plus routine care."},{"name":"Twins, 2 šÆ","story":"Growing fast and getting into everything.","amt":1200,"hor":"This year","rl":1.8,"rh":3,"min":20,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Toddlers need regular checkups and safety advice."},{"name":"Leo, 9 š«","story":"Has asthma that flares up in spring.","amt":1100,"hor":"All year","rl":2.4,"rh":3.6,"min":15,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Long-term conditions need steady care and a clear plan."},{"name":"School clinic š«","story":"Hundreds of students, with flu season starting.","amt":1600,"hor":"School year","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":15,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Big groups benefit from vaccines and efficient visits."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Healthy season","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal season","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Flu surge","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Outbreak wave","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["Fewer people are getting sick this season","New equipment speeds up care"],"normal":["A typical week at work","Patient visits are about normal"],"rough":["Flu cases are climbing fast","Staff shortages slow things down"],"crash":["A fast-spreading illness fills hospitals","Supplies run short across the region"]},"intro":[["Kids arenāt tiny adults","Childrenās bodies, doses, and needs are different from adultsā, at every age."],["Parents are partners","Pediatricians work closely with families. Clear, kind explanations matter."],["Fit the child","A newborn and a teenager need very different care plans."]],"ls":[["Pediatric basics","What pediatricians do","Pediatricians care for babies, children, and teens, usually up to age 18 or 21. They track growth, give vaccines, and treat illness.","Pediatricians care forā¦",["Babies, kids, and teens","Only newborns in the hospital","Only children with long-term illness"],0],["Pediatric basics","Kids arenāt tiny adults","Medicine doses for kids depend on their size, and normal heart and breathing rates are faster than adultsā.","For children, many medicine doses depend onā¦",["Their size","Their age in years only","The season of the year"],0],["Pediatric basics","Well-child visits","Regular checkups track growth and development and catch problems early. Theyāre scheduled often in the first years.","Well-child visits trackā¦",["Growth and development","Only vaccine records","Only illness visits"],0],["Pediatric basics","Growth charts","Growth charts compare a childās height and weight to other kids the same age. The trend over time matters most.","On a growth chart, what matters most?",["The trend over time","Being above average","One measurement at a time"],0],["Pediatric basics","Developmental milestones","Milestones are skills most kids reach around certain ages, like smiling, walking, and talking. Delays can be a sign to look closer.","Walking and talking are examples ofā¦",["Milestones","Reflexes","Vital signs"],0],["Pediatric basics","Talking to kids","Pediatricians explain things at a childās level and use play to make visits less scary.","To make visits less scary, pediatricians oftenā¦",["Use play and simple words","Talk only to the parents","Keep visits as short as possible"],0],["Prevention","Vaccines","Vaccines protect kids from serious diseases like measles and whooping cough. They train the immune system safely.","Vaccines help protect kids fromā¦",["Serious diseases","All common colds","Seasonal allergies"],0],["Prevention","Herd immunity","When most people are vaccinated, diseases have trouble spreading. This also protects people who canāt be vaccinated.","Herd immunity protectsā¦",["Even people who canāt be vaccinated","Only people who got the vaccine","Only adults over 65"],0],["Prevention","Safe sleep","Babies should sleep on their backs, on a firm flat surface, without soft bedding or toys. This lowers the risk of sleep-related deaths.","Babies should sleep on theirā¦",["Backs","Sides","Stomachs"],0],["Prevention","Car seats","Correctly installed car seats greatly reduce injuries in crashes. Kids move to boosters, then seat belts, as they grow.","Car seats help preventā¦",["Injuries in crashes","Motion sickness","Ear infections"],0],["Prevention","Childproofing","Locking up medicines and cleaners, covering outlets, and using gates on stairs prevent many toddler injuries.","Locking up medicines helps preventā¦",["Accidental poisoning","Choking on toys","Sunburn"],0],["Prevention","Screen time and sleep","Kids need plenty of sleep. Screens close to bedtime can make it harder to fall asleep.","Screens right before bed canā¦",["Make it harder to sleep","Help kids fall asleep faster","Improve focus the next morning"],0],["Common conditions","Fevers","Fever is usually the body fighting an infection. In young babies, though, a fever can be serious and needs a doctor quickly.","A fever in a young babyā¦",["Can be serious and needs a doctor","Is usually just teething","Can be treated at home without a call"],0],["Common conditions","Ear infections","Ear infections are common in young kids because their ear tubes are shorter. Many get better on their own; some need antibiotics.","Ear infections are common in young kids becauseā¦",["Their ear tubes are shorter","They have more earwax","They swim too often"],0],["Common conditions","Dehydration","Kids can get dehydrated quickly from vomiting or diarrhea. Signs include fewer wet diapers and a dry mouth.","A sign of dehydration in a baby isā¦",["Fewer wet diapers","More drooling","Hiccups"],0],["Common conditions","Asthma in kids","Asthma is one of the most common long-term conditions in kids. An action plan helps families manage flare-ups.","An asthma action plan helps familiesā¦",["Manage flare-ups","Cure asthma permanently","Avoid all exercise"],0],["Common conditions","Allergies","Food allergies, like to peanuts, can be severe. Kids with serious allergies may carry an epinephrine auto-injector.","Kids with severe allergies may carryā¦",["An epinephrine auto-injector","An inhaler only","A daily allergy pill only"],0],["Common conditions","Rashes","Many kidsā rashes are harmless, but some go with serious illness. Pediatricians look at the whole picture.","With rashes, pediatricians look atā¦",["The whole picture","Only where it started","Only the itch level"],0],["Teens","Teen privacy","Teens often get some private time with the doctor so they can ask questions honestly. Privacy has limits if someone is in danger.","Why do teens get private time with the doctor?",["To ask questions honestly","So the parent can fill out forms","To speed up the visit"],0],["Teens","Sports physicals","Sports physicals check heart, lungs, and joints before a season to make sure itās safe to play.","A sports physical checksā¦",["Whether itās safe to play","Only height and weight","Only vision"],0],["Teens","Concussions","A concussion is a brain injury from a hit to the head. Athletes should stop playing and get checked, and return only when cleared.","After a possible concussion, an athlete shouldā¦",["Stop playing and get checked","Rest for 10 minutes, then return","Play the rest of the game if they feel okay"],0],["Teens","Mental health","Pediatricians screen teens for depression and anxiety and help them find support.","Pediatricians also screen teens forā¦",["Depression and anxiety","Only learning disabilities","Only sports injuries"],0],["Families","Partnering with parents","Parents know their child best. Pediatricians listen to their concerns and explain options clearly.","Who knows a child best?",["Their parents","The school nurse","The pediatrician"],0],["Families","Vaccine questions","When parents worry about vaccines, good pediatricians listen respectfully and share clear evidence.","When parents have vaccine worries, pediatricians shouldā¦",["Listen and share evidence","Delay vaccines until they agree","Refuse to see families who decline"],0],["Families","Protecting kids","Pediatricians are required to report suspected child abuse or neglect to keep kids safe.","Pediatricians must reportā¦",["Suspected abuse or neglect","Every injury from sports","Every sick visit"],0],["Families","Nutrition","Balanced meals with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and protein help kids grow. Pediatricians give age-appropriate advice.","Healthy growth is helped byā¦",["Balanced meals","Mostly protein shakes","Skipping breakfast to save time"],0],["Career path","Becoming a pediatrician","The path is usually 4 years of college, 4 years of medical school, and a 3-year pediatrics residency.","A pediatrics residency usually lasts aboutā¦",["3 years","5 years","1 year"],0],["Career path","Pediatric specialties","After residency, some pediatricians train further in areas like kidsā heart care, cancer care, or newborn intensive care.","Some pediatricians specialize inā¦",["Newborn intensive care","Adult heart surgery","Adult orthopedic surgery"],0],["Career path","The NICU","The NICU is a hospital unit for newborns who are premature or very sick. Teams provide intensive, gentle care.","The NICU cares forā¦",["Premature or very sick newborns","Children in long-term care","Toddlers with colds"],0],["Career path","Patience and play","Pediatricians need patience, a sense of humor, and the ability to calm scared kids and parents.","A helpful trait for pediatricians isā¦",["Patience","Speed with every visit","A strict, rushed style"],0],["Child development and care","Newborn screening","Soon after birth, babies get a heel-prick blood test that checks for rare but serious conditions. Finding them early allows treatment before problems start. Hearing is usually screened too.","Newborn screening looks forā¦",["Rare conditions that can be treated early","A babyās future height","Food allergies in all babies"],0],["Child development and care","Jaundice","Many newborns have jaundice, a yellow color to the skin from a substance called bilirubin. Itās often mild, but high levels need treatment, sometimes with special blue lights called phototherapy.","Jaundice in newborns causesā¦",["A yellow color to the skin","Blue lips","A red rash"],0],["Child development and care","Breastfeeding and formula","Babies can be fed breast milk, formula, or both. Pediatricians support familiesā choices and watch that babies gain weight well. Most babies start solid foods around 6 months.","Most babies start solid foods aroundā¦",["6 months","1 month","2 years"],0],["Child development and care","Early speech","Babies usually babble before speaking first words around their first birthday. If a child isnāt talking or responding to sounds, pediatricians may check hearing and refer to speech therapy.","If a toddler isnāt talking, pediatricians may first checkā¦",["Hearing","Eyesight","Blood sugar"],0],["Child development and care","Autism screening","Pediatricians screen for autism at certain toddler checkups, often at 18 and 24 months. Early support services can make a big difference in communication and daily skills.","Autism screening often happens atā¦",["18 and 24 months","Only at age 10","Only if parents ask"],0],["Child development and care","Lead exposure","Lead from old paint or pipes can harm a childās brain development. Pediatricians test young children at risk. No level of lead in a childās blood is considered safe.","Lead exposure can harm a childāsā¦",["Brain development","Hair growth","Eye color"],0],["Child development and care","ADHD","ADHD affects attention, activity level, and impulse control. Diagnosis uses information from parents and teachers, not one test. Treatment can include behavior strategies, school support, and medicine.","ADHD is diagnosed usingā¦",["Information from parents and teachers","A single blood test","A brain scan for every child"],0],["Child development and care","Teen health","Teens face new health topics like sleep, stress, nutrition, and relationships. Pediatricians often see patients until about age 18 to 21 and help them move to adult doctors.","Pediatricians often care for patients until aboutā¦",["Ages 18 to 21","Age 12","Age 30"],0],["Child development and care","Bullying","Bullying can cause headaches, stomachaches, trouble sleeping, and low mood. Pediatricians ask about it and help families work with schools. Kids who are bullied deserve support, not blame.","Bullying can show up asā¦",["Headaches and trouble sleeping","Faster growth","Better grades"],0],["Child development and care","Kids with chronic illness","Some kids live with long-term conditions like diabetes or epilepsy. Pediatricians coordinate with specialists, schools, and families so the child can learn, play, and grow as normally as possible.","For kids with chronic illness, pediatricians oftenā¦",["Coordinate care with specialists and schools","Recommend they skip school","Handle everything without specialists"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š Patient privacy","s":"A friend asks you what was wrong with a celebrity you treated today.","c":[["Say you canāt share patient information",8,25,0,2,"Patient privacy laws like HIPAA protect health information."],["Share a few small, harmless details",-12,0,-3,0,"Even small details can break privacy laws and trust."],["Post a vague hint online without the name",-14,0,-4,0,"Hints can still identify a patient. Thatās a serious violation."]]},{"t":"š³ You made a mistake","s":"You realize you made an error in a patientās care yesterday. No harm done yet.","c":[["Tell the team and the patient, and fix it",8,25,0,2,"Being open about errors keeps patients safe and builds trust."],["Fix it quietly, since no harm was done",-6,0,-1,0,"Hiding errors stops the team from learning and can backfire."],["Report that the computer system caused the error",-8,0,-2,0,"Blaming others doesnāt fix anything."]]},{"t":"š“ Double shift","s":"Youāve worked 20 hours straight and a coworker asks you to cover another shift.","c":[["Say no and rest so youāre safe to work",6,20,0,2,"Exhausted clinicians make more mistakes. Rest is part of patient safety."],["Say yes and use coffee to stay sharp",-6,5,-2,0,"Fatigue raises the risk of errors."],["Say yes and move faster with each patient to keep up",-10,0,-3,0,"Rushed care is unsafe care."]]},{"t":"š
Patient says no","s":"An adult patient refuses a treatment you recommend.","c":[["Explain the risks clearly and respect their choice",7,25,0,2,"Adults with decision-making capacity can refuse care. Your job is to inform, not force."],["Keep urging them until they agree, since itās for their health",-8,0,-1,0,"Pressure damages trust and can violate consent rules."],["Give the treatment, since you know itās what they need",-16,0,-5,0,"Treating without consent is a serious ethical and legal violation."]]},{"t":"š Fancy gift","s":"A company that sells medical supplies offers you a free vacation if you use their products.","c":[["Decline and choose products based on evidence",7,25,0,2,"Gifts from sellers can bias care. Many hospitals ban them."],["Accept, since a trip wonāt change your judgment",-8,5,-1,0,"Gifts with strings attached create conflicts of interest."],["Accept and use their products, since theyāre decent anyway",-12,0,-3,0,"Recommending products for rewards puts profit over patients."]]},{"t":"šø Photo for social media","s":"A coworker wants to post a selfie in the ER with patients visible in the background.","c":[["Stop them and explain the privacy rules",7,20,0,2,"Patients in photos can be identified. Privacy comes first."],["Let it go, since the patients are blurry in the back",-8,0,-2,0,"A background face can still break privacy laws."],["Blur the faces and then post it",-3,5,-1,1,"Better, but patient areas should stay off social media."]]},{"t":"š£ļø Language barrier","s":"A patient speaks little English and seems confused about their care.","c":[["Get a professional medical interpreter",7,25,1,2,"Trained interpreters prevent dangerous misunderstandings."],["Ask their child to translate, since the child speaks English",-8,0,-2,0,"Children shouldnāt interpret medical information. They can miss details, and it puts a heavy burden on them."],["Speak louder and more slowly so they can follow",-6,0,-1,0,"Volume doesnāt solve a language barrier."]]},{"t":"š¤ Worried about a colleague","s":"A colleague seems unwell and is making mistakes on shift.","c":[["Talk to them privately and alert a supervisor if needed",7,20,0,2,"Speaking up protects patients and helps your colleague get support."],["Stay out of it, since theyāre a trained professional",-7,0,-2,0,"Staying silent can put patients at risk."],["Ask other staff if theyāve noticed it too",-9,0,-1,0,"Gossip hurts people and solves nothing."]]}],"rk":[["Medical Student","Childrenās Clinic","š„",2,2],["Pediatrics Resident","Childrenās Clinic","š„",3,3],["Pediatrician","Sunshine Pediatrics","āļø",4,3],["Senior Pediatrician","Sunshine Pediatrics","āļø",5,4],["Medical Director","Regional Childrenās Hospital","ā",6,5],["Chief of Pediatrics","National Childrenās Medical Center","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Pre-med","š©¹ Med Student","š©ŗ Resident","š Specialist","š Department Chief","š Medical Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Seeing kids grow up over the years","g","Caring for tiny babies in intensive care","n"],["Pick a vibe","Calm clinic visits","g","High-stakes hospital care","n"],["What fits you?","Playing and joking with kids","g","Solving rare medical puzzles","s"],["Which do you enjoy?","Teaching parents","g","Deep focus on one area","s"]],"r":{"g":["General pediatrician","You love watching kids grow. General pediatricians care for children from birth to adulthood."],"n":["Neonatologist","You want to help the tiniest patients. Neonatologists care for newborns in the NICU."],"s":["Pediatric specialist","You like deep expertise. Specialists focus on areas like kidsā hearts, lungs, or cancer care."]}},"about":{"does":"Pediatricians care for children from birth through the teen years. They track growth and development, give vaccines, treat illnesses, and help parents with everything from sleep to safety.","day":["Do a newborn checkup and calm nervous parents","Treat an ear infection and a sprained wrist","Give a teen a sports physical"],"skills":["Patience and kindness","Explaining things to kids and parents","Careful observation"],"path":"Most go to college, then medical school, then a 3-year pediatrics residency. Babysitting, coaching, or volunteering with kids is a great way to see if you enjoy working with children.","real":"Real medicine takes years of training, licensing, and teamwork, and real patients are never game pieces. This game teaches ideas about the job. It is not medical advice."},"twist":{"k":"meter","name":"Family trust","emo":"š§ø","desc":"Your family trust rises with well-fitted plans and smart calls. High family trust boosts every patientās results; low drags them down.","how":"You have a Family trust meter from 0 to 100. Good-fit years and great obstacle calls raise it. Bad calls and rough years lower it. Above 50, every patient gets a bonus. Below 50, a penalty.","hi":"Itās really paying off!","lo":"Itās slipping. Make smarter calls.","achName":"Family trust master","achDesc":"Have 3 years with 85+ average fit"},"tips":["Patients who canāt handle big swings need š§ø Well-child checkups and steady options.","Always keep each patientās minimum in š§ø Well-child checkups.","Keep š One new treatment at 25% or less.","Bolder patients can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"š¶","name":"Parent question","how":"Each year you answer an important question from a parent.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"A parent asks how their newborn should sleep. Whatās the safest advice?","opts":["On their back, on a firm flat surface, with no pillows or toys","On their stomach with a soft pillow","In the parentsā bed with blankets","Propped up on a couch"],"ok":0,"why":"Back to sleep on a firm, empty surface lowers the risk of sleep-related deaths."},{"kind":"mc","q":"A parent is worried about vaccines. Whatās the best approach?","opts":["Listen to their concerns and share clear evidence","Tell them to leave","Skip the vaccines to avoid conflict","Make fun of their worry"],"ok":0,"why":"Respectful conversations build trust and help families make protective choices."},{"kind":"mc","q":"A teen hit their head in a game and feels dizzy. What should they do?","opts":["Stop playing and get checked for a concussion","Shake it off and keep playing","Take a nap and go back in","Drink a sports drink and continue"],"ok":0,"why":"Possible concussions need evaluation before returning to play."}]},"cast":{"scene":"š„ š š©ŗ š š§Ŗ","boss":["Dr. Rivera","š©š½āāļø","Chief of Medicine"],"buddy":["Sam","š§š»āāļø","your fellow resident"],"rival":["Dr. Park","š§š¼āāļø","the overconfident rival"]},"play":{"k":"schedule","u":"š§āāļø","pot":"āļø","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Sunny Kids Pediatrics","h":[8,17],"m":["ā¤ļø Child health","š Kid comfort","šŖ Parent trust"],"t":[["c","š¶ Baby Mia, 2 months","Fever in a newborn","Her temperature is 100.8Ā°F. Mom says sheās feeding less.",[["Send her to the hospital for a full evaluation today",[14,-4,8],"Correct. Fever in babies under 3 months can mean serious infection and needs urgent testing.",2],["Have mom give fever medicine and call if it gets worse",[-18,2,-4],"Too risky for a baby this young.",0],["Schedule a recheck in three days to see how sheās doing",[-16,0,-6],"Far too long for a feverish newborn.",0]]],["o","Well-child visit","Put the checkup in a kid-friendly order.",["Say hi and play with a toy","Measure height and weight","Listen to heart and lungs","Look in ears and throat","Give vaccines last"],"Doing the scary part last keeps kids calm for the rest of the exam.",1],["n","Fever reducer dose","A child weighs 12 kg. Acetaminophen is 15 mg per kg. Whatās the dose?",180,0,"mg","12 Ć 15 = 180 mg. In real life you also check the product label and the parentās measuring device.",0],["b","Milestones","What age is this skill typical for?",["š¶ Around 1 year","š§ Around 4 years"],[["Says a few single words",0],["Hops on one foot",1],["Pulls up to stand",0],["Tells a simple story",1],["Waves bye-bye",0],["Draws a person with a few body parts",1]],"Pediatricians track milestones to catch delays early.",0],["c","šØ Dad of Leo, 5","Vaccine worries","He read online that vaccines are dangerous and wants to skip them.",[["Listen to his concerns and answer each question with clear evidence",[10,0,12],"Respectful conversations change more minds than lectures.",2],["Explain your clinic only sees fully vaccinated children",[-8,0,-16],"This pushes families away from care.",0],["Agree to skip vaccines for now to keep the familyās trust",[-12,0,2],"Leaves Leo unprotected without a real conversation.",0]]],["q","See today or not?","Rapid round: same-day visit needed?",["šØ Today","š
Can book later"],[["Breathing fast and ribs pulling in",0],["Mild rash, playing normally",1],["Not peeing much and very sleepy",0],["Wants a sports physical",1],["Swallowed a button battery",0]],"Breathing trouble, dehydration, and swallowed batteries are emergencies.",0],["c","š§ Ava, 7","Scared of the shot","Sheās crying and hiding behind mom.",[["Kneel down, explain honestly, and distract her with a fun bandage choice",[2,14,8],"Honesty plus choices and distraction make shots easier.",2],["Tell her it wonāt hurt at all so she stops worrying",[0,-6,-4],"When it does hurt, kids stop trusting you.",0],["Have mom hold her still so itās over as fast as possible",[2,-14,-8],"Sometimes needed, but try comfort first.",1]]],["s","Safety talk checklist","Tap the advice thatās WRONG.",[["Babies sleep on their backs",0],["Car seats can face forward at 3 months",1],["Lock up medicines",0],["Put a baby to sleep with a bottle",1],["Use a helmet for biking",0]],"Rear-facing car seats protect babies for years, and bottles in bed cause tooth decay. Safety advice prevents injuries.",2]]}},"nurse":{"id":"nurse","f":"med","desc":"Care for patients around the clock, catch problems early, and keep everyone safe.","title":"Night Shift Hero š","role":"Registered Nurse","tag":"The heart of the hospital.","emo":["š","š„","š«¶"],"unit":"","bigA":10000,"newsName":"Health news","th":{"a":"#5f3dc4","b":"#20c997","g1":"#e2dcf4","g2":"#d7f5ec","ad":"#876ed3","d1":"#281a54","d2":"#164147"},"pitch":"Plan nursing care for patients on your unit, handle tough moments, and see whether nursing fits you.","goal":"keep every patient safe and comfortable, catch problems early, and earn their trust.","w":{"cl":"patient","cls":"patients","val":"Health score","total":"Total health score","alloc":"Care plan","hor":"Timeline","trust":"Patient trust","mkt":"Patient outcomes","Cl":"Patient"},"opts":[{"id":"obs","n":"š Frequent check-ins","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Check on patients often. Catch problems early.","one":false},{"id":"meds","n":"š Meds on time, double-checked","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Give the right medicine at the right time.","one":false},{"id":"teach","n":"š Patient teaching","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Help patients understand their care.","one":false},{"id":"comfort","n":"šļø Comfort and mobility","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Pain control, turning, and helping patients walk.","one":false},{"id":"shortcut","n":"ā© One big shortcut","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"d":"Skip steps to save time. 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Changes can be early warnings.","Changes in vital signs can beā¦",["Early warnings","Rarely important","Only important for children"],0],["Nursing basics","The nursing process","The nursing process is assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate. Itās a cycle that repeats.","Which step comes first in the nursing process?",["Assess","Plan","Implement"],0],["Nursing basics","Nurse types","Nurses include RNs, licensed practical nurses (LPNs), and nurse practitioners (NPs), who have advanced training and can diagnose and prescribe.","Nurse practitioners canā¦",["Diagnose and prescribe","Only assist doctors in surgery","Perform surgery on their own"],0],["Nursing basics","Shifts","Many registered nurses hospital nurses work 12-hour shifts, including nights and weekends, because patients need care 24/7.","Many hospital nurses work shifts of aboutā¦",["12 hours","4 hours","8 hours, every day of the week"],0],["Medication safety","The rights of medication","Nurses check the right patient, right drug, right dose, right route, and right time before giving medicine.","Before giving medicine, nurses check the rightā¦",["Patient, drug, dose, route, and time","Patient, room, bed, and doctor","Patient, price, and pharmacy"],0],["Medication safety","Two identifiers","Nurses confirm identity with two identifiers, like name and date of birth, before giving medicine or treatment.","Nurses confirm patient identity usingā¦",["Two identifiers","The room and bed number","The patientās face only"],0],["Medication safety","Allergies","Nurses always check allergies before giving medicine. A missed allergy can cause a dangerous reaction.","Nurses check allergies beforeā¦",["Giving medicine","Taking vital signs","Taking a temperature"],0],["Medication safety","Barcode scanning","Many hospitals scan patient wristbands and medicine barcodes to catch mismatches.","Barcode scanning helps catchā¦",["Medicine mismatches","Late doses only","Allergic reactions after the dose"],0],["Medication safety","Speaking up about orders","If a medicine order looks wrong, nurses question it before giving it. Thatās part of the job.","If an order looks wrong, a nurse shouldā¦",["Question it before giving it","Give it, since the doctor ordered it","Skip it without telling anyone"],0],["Patient safety","Fall prevention","Falls are a common hospital injury. Nurses use bed alarms, non-slip socks, and help with walking for at-risk patients.","Which helps prevent falls?",["Non-slip socks and bed alarms","Keeping all bed rails down","Leaving the room dark at night"],0],["Patient safety","Pressure injuries","Lying in one position too long can cause pressure injuries (bedsores). Turning patients regularly helps prevent them.","Turning patients regularly helps preventā¦",["Pressure injuries","Blood clots in the lungs","Infections in the blood"],0],["Patient safety","Infection control","Handwashing between every patient is one of the most important ways to stop infections spreading in hospitals.","Nurses should wash handsā¦",["Between every patient","At the start of each shift","Only after touching blood"],0],["Patient safety","Rapid response","If a patient suddenly gets worse, nurses can call a rapid response team for help right away.","A rapid response team is called whenā¦",["A patient suddenly gets worse","A patient asks for pain medicine","A patient is ready for discharge"],0],["Patient safety","SBAR","SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation) is a clear way to report a patientās condition to a doctor.","SBAR helps nursesā¦",["Report clearly","Plan staffing","Give medicines"],0],["Patient safety","Pain assessment","Nurses ask patients to rate pain, often 0ā10, and check whether treatments are working.","A common pain scale goes fromā¦",["0 to 10","1 to 5","1 to 100"],0],["Patient care","Patient teaching","Nurses teach patients about medicines, wound care, and warning signs so they can care for themselves at home.","Patient teaching helps patientsā¦",["Care for themselves at home","Stay in the hospital longer","Need more appointments"],0],["Patient care","Discharge planning","Planning for going home starts early: medicines, follow-up visits, and help at home.","Discharge planning prepares patients toā¦",["Go home safely","Transfer to another hospital","Stay overnight longer"],0],["Patient care","Advocacy","Nurses advocate for patients, speaking up for their needs and wishes with the care team.","Patient advocacy meansā¦",["Speaking up for patientsā needs","Following every order without question","Making decisions for the patient"],0],["Patient care","Comfort","Comfort care, like pain control, repositioning, and a calm room, helps patients heal and feel respected.","Comfort care helps patientsā¦",["Heal and feel respected","Need fewer nurse visits","Leave the hospital sooner"],0],["Patient care","Respect and dignity","Simple acts, like knocking, explaining, and covering patients, protect dignity.","Protecting dignity includesā¦",["Knocking and explaining","Working quickly without talking","Entering without explaining"],0],["Patient care","Documentation","Nurses document assessments and care in the chart. If it isnāt written down, the next shift wonāt know.","Why document care?",["So the team knows what happened","Only for billing purposes","Only if something goes wrong"],0],["Teamwork","Shift handoff","At shift change, nurses hand off each patientās status, concerns, and plans to the next nurse.","Shift handoff sharesā¦",["Patient status and plans","The next shiftās schedule","Personal opinions about families"],0],["Teamwork","Delegation","RNs may delegate some tasks, like taking vital signs, to nursing assistants, but remain responsible for the patient.","When RNs delegate a task, theyā¦",["Stay responsible for the patient","Hand off all responsibility","Let the aide decide everything"],0],["Teamwork","Safe staffing","Too many patients per nurse raises the risk of mistakes. Safe staffing helps everyone.","Too many patients per nurse canā¦",["Raise the risk of mistakes","Have no effect on care","Shorten every shift"],0],["Career path","Becoming an RN","RNs earn a nursing degree, often an associateās (ADN) or bachelorās (BSN), then pass the NCLEX licensing exam.","RNs must pass theā¦",["NCLEX","USMLE","MCAT"],0],["Career path","Specialties","Nurses can specialize in areas like the ER, ICU, pediatrics, labor and delivery, or surgery.","Nurses can specialize inā¦",["ICU or pediatrics","Only general medical floors","Only one area for their whole career"],0],["Career path","Advanced practice","With a graduate degree, nurses can become nurse practitioners, nurse anesthetists, or nurse midwives.","With advanced training, nurses can becomeā¦",["Nurse practitioners","Physician assistants","Pharmacists"],0],["Career path","Self-care","Nursing is physically and emotionally demanding. Breaks, sleep, and support from coworkers prevent burnout.","Nurses prevent burnout withā¦",["Breaks and support","Picking up extra overtime","Skipping meals to finish charting"],0],["Advanced nursing care","Sepsis signs","Sepsis is a life-threatening reaction to infection. Nurses watch for fever or low temperature, fast heart rate, fast breathing, confusion, and low blood pressure. Spotting it early and calling for help saves lives.","Which can be a sign of sepsis?",["Confusion with a fast heart rate","A slow, steady pulse","Feeling hungry"],0],["Advanced nursing care","IV therapy","An IV gives fluids or medicine through a vein. Nurses check the site for redness, swelling, or pain, which can mean the IV has come out of the vein or is irritated.","A red, swollen IV site may meanā¦",["The IV is irritated or out of the vein","The medicine is working well","The patient needs more fluid"],0],["Advanced nursing care","Intake and output","Nurses track how much fluid a patient takes in and puts out. A big difference can signal dehydration, fluid overload, or kidney problems.","Tracking intake and output helps spotā¦",["Fluid and kidney problems","Medication allergies","Sleep problems"],0],["Advanced nursing care","Oxygen therapy","Some patients need extra oxygen through a nasal tube or mask. Nurses watch oxygen levels and breathing and adjust as ordered. Too little or too much oxygen can both be harmful.","When giving oxygen, nurses monitorā¦",["Oxygen levels and breathing","Only heart rate","Blood sugar"],0],["Advanced nursing care","Wound care","Nurses clean and dress wounds and watch healing. Signs of infection include spreading redness, warmth, swelling, pus, and fever. Good hand hygiene protects wounds.","Which suggests a wound infection?",["Spreading redness with warmth","A dry, closing edge","Mild itching"],0],["Advanced nursing care","Diabetes care","Nurses check blood sugar and give insulin as ordered. Very low blood sugar can cause shakiness, sweating, and confusion and must be treated quickly with fast sugar.","Very low blood sugar can causeā¦",["Shakiness and confusion","Better focus","Slower breathing only"],0],["Advanced nursing care","End-of-life care","At the end of life, nursing care focuses on comfort and dignity. Hospice nurses manage pain and symptoms and support families. Good communication helps families feel prepared.","Hospice care focuses onā¦",["Comfort and dignity","Curing the illness at any cost","Moving the patient to the ICU"],0],["Advanced nursing care","Restraint safety","Physical restraints can cause injury and are a last resort. Nurses first try other approaches, like staying with the patient or calming the environment, and follow strict rules when restraints are ordered.","Physical restraints should beā¦",["A last resort with strict rules","Used whenever a patient is restless","Applied to all fall-risk patients"],0],["Advanced nursing care","Isolation precautions","Some infections spread by touch, droplets, or air. Nurses use the right isolation precautions, like gowns, gloves, or special masks, to protect other patients and staff.","Isolation precautions protectā¦",["Other patients and staff","Only the infected patientās family","Hospital equipment"],0],["Advanced nursing care","Charge nurse role","A charge nurse coordinates the unit during a shift. They assign patients, help with problems, and support other nurses. Itās a leadership step for experienced nurses.","A charge nurse mainlyā¦",["Coordinates the unit during a shift","Works in the hospital billing office","Only cares for one patient"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š Patient privacy","s":"A friend asks you what was wrong with a celebrity you treated today.","c":[["Say you canāt share patient information",8,25,0,2,"Patient privacy laws like HIPAA protect health information."],["Share a few small, harmless details",-12,0,-3,0,"Even small details can break privacy laws and trust."],["Post a vague hint online without the name",-14,0,-4,0,"Hints can still identify a patient. Thatās a serious violation."]]},{"t":"š³ You made a mistake","s":"You realize you made an error in a patientās care yesterday. No harm done yet.","c":[["Tell the team and the patient, and fix it",8,25,0,2,"Being open about errors keeps patients safe and builds trust."],["Fix it quietly, since no harm was done",-6,0,-1,0,"Hiding errors stops the team from learning and can backfire."],["Report that the computer system caused the error",-8,0,-2,0,"Blaming others doesnāt fix anything."]]},{"t":"š“ Double shift","s":"Youāve worked 20 hours straight and a coworker asks you to cover another shift.","c":[["Say no and rest so youāre safe to work",6,20,0,2,"Exhausted clinicians make more mistakes. Rest is part of patient safety."],["Say yes and use coffee to stay sharp",-6,5,-2,0,"Fatigue raises the risk of errors."],["Say yes and move faster with each patient to keep up",-10,0,-3,0,"Rushed care is unsafe care."]]},{"t":"š
Patient says no","s":"An adult patient refuses a treatment you recommend.","c":[["Explain the risks clearly and respect their choice",7,25,0,2,"Adults with decision-making capacity can refuse care. Your job is to inform, not force."],["Keep urging them until they agree, since itās for their health",-8,0,-1,0,"Pressure damages trust and can violate consent rules."],["Give the treatment, since you know itās what they need",-16,0,-5,0,"Treating without consent is a serious ethical and legal violation."]]},{"t":"š Fancy gift","s":"A company that sells medical supplies offers you a free vacation if you use their products.","c":[["Decline and choose products based on evidence",7,25,0,2,"Gifts from sellers can bias care. Many hospitals ban them."],["Accept, since a trip wonāt change your judgment",-8,5,-1,0,"Gifts with strings attached create conflicts of interest."],["Accept and use their products, since theyāre decent anyway",-12,0,-3,0,"Recommending products for rewards puts profit over patients."]]},{"t":"šø Photo for social media","s":"A coworker wants to post a selfie in the ER with patients visible in the background.","c":[["Stop them and explain the privacy rules",7,20,0,2,"Patients in photos can be identified. Privacy comes first."],["Let it go, since the patients are blurry in the back",-8,0,-2,0,"A background face can still break privacy laws."],["Blur the faces and then post it",-3,5,-1,1,"Better, but patient areas should stay off social media."]]},{"t":"š£ļø Language barrier","s":"A patient speaks little English and seems confused about their care.","c":[["Get a professional medical interpreter",7,25,1,2,"Trained interpreters prevent dangerous misunderstandings."],["Ask their child to translate, since the child speaks English",-8,0,-2,0,"Children shouldnāt interpret medical information. They can miss details, and it puts a heavy burden on them."],["Speak louder and more slowly so they can follow",-6,0,-1,0,"Volume doesnāt solve a language barrier."]]},{"t":"š¤ Worried about a colleague","s":"A colleague seems unwell and is making mistakes on shift.","c":[["Talk to them privately and alert a supervisor if needed",7,20,0,2,"Speaking up protects patients and helps your colleague get support."],["Stay out of it, since theyāre a trained professional",-7,0,-2,0,"Staying silent can put patients at risk."],["Ask other staff if theyāve noticed it too",-9,0,-1,0,"Gossip hurts people and solves nothing."]]}],"rk":[["Nursing Student","General Hospital","š„",2,2],["New Grad RN","General Hospital","š„",3,3],["Staff Nurse","Hillside Medical","š«¶",4,3],["Charge Nurse","Hillside Medical","š«¶",5,4],["Nurse Manager","Regional Health System","ā",6,5],["Chief Nursing Officer","National Health System","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Pre-med","š©¹ Med Student","š©ŗ Resident","š Specialist","š Department Chief","š Medical Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Fast-paced emergency care","e","Building bonds with patients over days","b"],["Pick a vibe","High-tech ICU monitors","i","Helping families welcome a baby","b"],["What fits you?","Staying calm in emergencies","e","Paying attention to tiny changes","i"],["Which do you enjoy?","Teaching people","b","Critical thinking under pressure","i"]],"r":{"e":["ER or trauma nurse","You love fast action. ER nurses handle whatever comes through the doors."],"i":["ICU nurse","You notice everything. ICU nurses care for the sickest patients with close monitoring."],"b":["Pediatric or labor and delivery nurse","You love connecting with people. These nurses support families through big moments."]}},"about":{"does":"Registered nurses assess patients, give medicines and treatments, monitor for changes, teach patients and families, and coordinate care with doctors and other staff. Theyāre with patients more than anyone else.","day":["Check vital signs and assess each patient","Give medicines and update the chart","Teach a patient how to care for their wound at home"],"skills":["Careful attention to detail","Compassion","Clear communication under pressure"],"path":"RNs earn a nursing degree (ADN or BSN) and pass the NCLEX exam. Becoming a certified nursing assistant (CNA) in high school is a great way to start.","real":"Real medicine takes years of training, licensing, and teamwork, and real patients are never game pieces. This game teaches ideas about the job. It is not medical advice."},"twist":{"k":"streak","name":"Safe-shift streak","emo":"ā","desc":"String together strong years (good fit, no big losses) to build a streak. Each level boosts XP and results.","how":"A strong year means 70+ average fit, positive results, and no patient with a big loss. Each strong year in a row adds to your Safe-shift streak, up to 4. It multiplies XP by up to Ć2 and adds up to +2.4% to results. One weak year resets it.","hi":"Youāre on a roll!","lo":"Streak broken. Build it back up.","achName":"Safe-shift streak keeper","achDesc":"Reach a 3-year streak"},"tips":["Patients who canāt handle big swings need š Frequent check-ins and steady options.","Always keep each patientās minimum in š Frequent check-ins.","Keep ā© One big shortcut at 25% or less.","Bolder patients can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"š","name":"Safety check","how":"Each year you make a nursing safety call.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"Youāre about to give a medicine, but the patient says theyāre allergic to it. What do you do?","opts":["Hold the medicine and check with the doctor","Give it anyway, it was ordered","Give half the dose","Ask another patient"],"ok":0,"why":"Allergies must be checked before giving any medicine. Hold it and clarify."},{"kind":"mc","q":"A patientās breathing suddenly becomes fast and their oxygen drops. Whatās the best first move?","opts":["Call for help, like a rapid response team, and stay with the patient","Finish your paperwork first","Wait until the next scheduled check","Leave to find a snack"],"ok":0,"why":"Sudden changes need immediate help. Rapid response teams exist for this."},{"kind":"mc","q":"Before giving a medicine, how should you confirm you have the right patient?","opts":["Check two identifiers, like name and date of birth","Look at the room number","Ask, āAre you the right person?ā","Guess from memory"],"ok":0,"why":"Two identifiers prevent giving medicine to the wrong person."}]},"cast":{"scene":"š„ š š©ŗ š š§Ŗ","boss":["Dr. Rivera","š©š½āāļø","Chief of Medicine"],"buddy":["Sam","š§š»āāļø","your fellow resident"],"rival":["Dr. Park","š§š¼āāļø","the overconfident rival"]},"play":{"k":"crew","u":"š§āāļø","pot":"āļø","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"City General Ā· Medical-Surgical Unit","h":[7,19],"m":["š©ŗ Patient safety","ā±ļø Flow","š¬ Trust"],"t":[["c","šµ Mrs. Alvarez, Room 4","Pain at 8 out of 10","She got pain medicine 2 hours ago. The order allows it every 4 hours. Sheās grimacing and her heart rate is up.",[["Reassess her pain, reposition her, offer ice, and call the doctor if needed",[8,-2,10],"Exactly. Assess first, use comfort measures, and escalate within the rules instead of breaking the order.",2],["Give another dose now to get her pain under control, then tell the doctor",[-18,4,4],"Thatās a medication error. Giving medicine outside the ordered timing can cause an overdose, even with good intentions.",0],["Explain kindly that she has to wait two more hours for her next dose",[0,2,-12],"The timing is right, but you ignored her pain. Nurses advocate and look for other options.",1]]],["o","Start-of-shift rounds","Tap the patients in the order you should see them.",["Room 6: blood sugar 52 and sweaty","Room 2: new chest pain","Room 1: scheduled antibiotic due now","Room 5: asking for a warmer blanket"],"Unstable problems that can kill quickly come first: very low blood sugar and chest pain. Timed meds next, comfort requests last.",1],["s","Medication check","Before you give anything, tap every order with a problem.",[["Acetaminophen 650 mg by mouth every 6 hours as needed for pain",0],["Insulin 10 units (no route or time written)",1],["Amoxicillin 500 mg by mouth for a patient with a penicillin allergy band",1],["Heparin 5,000 units under the skin every 12 hours",0],["Morphine 40 mg IV every hour as needed",1]],"Missing routes, allergy conflicts, and doses far outside normal ranges must be clarified with the prescriber before giving anything. That double-check catches real errors every day.",0],["n","IV pump math","The order is 1,000 mL of IV fluid over 8 hours. What rate do you set on the pump?",125,2,"mL/hr","1,000 mL Ć· 8 hours = 125 mL per hour. Nurses do quick math like this all shift, then double-check it.",0],["q","Safe or not?","Rapid round: is it safe practice?",["ā
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Blood thinner errors can cause dangerous bleeding.",0],["Ask the doctor to enter it in the computer instead of calling it in",[4,-6,-2],"Safe, but slow. Read-back would have worked here.",1]]],["b","Call lights","Which ones need you right now?",["šØ Go now","ā³ Can wait"],[["New confusion and slurred speech",0],["Wants the TV remote",1],["Says itās hard to breathe",0],["Asking when lunch comes",1],["IV site red, swollen, and painful",0],["Wants help filling out the menu",1],["Fell trying to get to the bathroom",0]],"Stroke signs, breathing trouble, falls, and IV problems are urgent. Comfort requests matter too, but they can wait a few minutes.",1],["c","š© Ms. Brooks, a patientās daughter","An angry visitor","Sheās upset that her dad waited 20 minutes for help to the bathroom, and sheās raising her voice at the desk.",[["Listen, apologize for the wait, explain the plan, and check on her dad right away",[2,-2,14],"De-escalation starts with listening. Acknowledging the problem and acting on it rebuilds trust.",2],["Explain the unit is short-staffed today and youāre doing your best",[0,0,-6],"True, but it sounds like an excuse. Families want to hear what youāll do.",1],["Call security to the desk so the situation doesnāt escalate",[-2,-4,-14],"Raised voices arenāt a threat. Security is for real danger, and this would make things worse.",0]]],["o","Hand-off report","Put your report to the next nurse in a clear order (SBAR).",["Situation: whatās happening now","Background: history and why theyāre here","Assessment: what you think is going on","Recommendation: what they should do next"],"Nurses use SBAR so nothing important is lost when patients change hands between shifts.",0]]}},"pharm":{"id":"pharm","f":"med","desc":"Fill prescriptions safely, catch dangerous interactions, and help patients use medicine right.","title":"Rx Ready š","role":"Pharmacist","tag":"The right medicine, every time.","emo":["š","š§Ŗ","š"],"unit":"","bigA":12000,"newsName":"Health news","th":{"a":"#0ca678","b":"#4263eb","g1":"#d3efe7","g2":"#dde3fb","ad":"#49bc9a","d1":"#10373e","d2":"#1f245f"},"pitch":"Run a pharmacy, double-check every prescription, and see whether pharmacy fits you.","goal":"get every patient the right medicine safely, and keep their trust.","w":{"cl":"patient","cls":"patients","val":"Health score","total":"Total health score","alloc":"Care plan","hor":"Timeline","trust":"Patient trust","mkt":"Patient outcomes","Cl":"Patient"},"opts":[{"id":"check","n":"š Double-check every order","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Verify dose, allergies, and interactions.","one":false},{"id":"counsel","n":"š£ļø Counsel patients","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Explain how and when to take medicine.","one":false},{"id":"fill","n":"š Fill standard prescriptions","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Keep the line moving with proven medicines.","one":false},{"id":"vax","n":"š Give vaccines","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Protect the community from flu and more.","one":false},{"id":"new","n":"š Stock one hot new drug","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"d":"Big demand, but supply and safety questions.","one":true},{"id":"rush","n":"ā© Rush the line","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"Faster service, more chance of errors.","one":false}],"must":"check","cases":[{"name":"Mrs. Brooks, 81 šµ","story":"Takes nine different medicines from four doctors.","amt":1300,"hor":"All year","rl":1.5,"rh":2.6,"min":28,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Many medicines means many possible interactions. Check carefully."},{"name":"Busy downtown store šļø","story":"A long line of customers every afternoon.","amt":1800,"hor":"All year","rl":2.4,"rh":3.6,"min":18,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Speed matters, but never skip safety checks."},{"name":"New parent š¶","story":"Picking up the first medicine for a baby.","amt":900,"hor":"Today","rl":1.6,"rh":2.7,"min":22,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Kidsā doses depend on weight. Counsel carefully."},{"name":"Hospital pharmacy š„","story":"Preparing IV medicines for a whole hospital.","amt":2000,"hor":"All year","rl":1.8,"rh":3,"min":25,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Hospital medicines are powerful. Accuracy comes first."},{"name":"Flu season clinic š","story":"Hundreds of people want flu shots.","amt":1500,"hor":"Fall","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":15,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Vaccines protect the community. Keep checks in place."},{"name":"Rural pharmacy š¾","story":"The only pharmacy for 40 miles.","amt":1400,"hor":"All year","rl":2.2,"rh":3.4,"min":18,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Patients rely on you for advice since doctors are far away."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Healthy season","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal season","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Flu surge","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Outbreak wave","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["Fewer people are getting sick this season","New equipment speeds up care"],"normal":["A typical week at work","Patient visits are about normal"],"rough":["Flu cases are climbing fast","Staff shortages slow things down"],"crash":["A fast-spreading illness fills hospitals","Supplies run short across the region"]},"intro":[["Check, then check again","Pharmacists are a key safety net, catching wrong doses and dangerous drug combinations."],["Teach, donāt just hand over","Many problems happen because people take medicine the wrong way."],["Fit the patient","A patient on nine medicines needs more checking than someone picking up one."]],"ls":[["Pharmacy basics","What pharmacists do","Pharmacists check prescriptions, dispense medicine, counsel patients, and help doctors choose safe treatments.","Pharmacistsā¦",["Check and dispense medicine","Mainly diagnose illnesses","Perform medical procedures"],0],["Pharmacy basics","Prescriptions","A prescription is a written order from a licensed prescriber for a specific medicine, dose, and schedule.","A prescription comes fromā¦",["A licensed prescriber","A licensed pharmacy technician","A pharmaceutical company"],0],["Pharmacy basics","Brand vs. generic","Generic drugs have the same active ingredient as brand-name drugs and usually cost much less.","Generic drugs usuallyā¦",["Cost less with the same active ingredient","Have a different active ingredient","Are only sold in hospitals"],0],["Pharmacy basics","Over-the-counter","Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines can be bought without a prescription, but they still have risks and can interact with other drugs.","OTC medicinesā¦",["Can still interact with other drugs","Never cause side effects","Are always safe to take with any medicine"],0],["Pharmacy basics","Pharmacy techs","Pharmacy technicians help count, label, and prepare medicines. Pharmacists check the final product.","Who checks the final prescription?",["The pharmacist","The pharmacy technician","The prescribing doctor"],0],["Pharmacy basics","Where pharmacists work","Pharmacists work in drugstores, hospitals, clinics, research, and industry.","Pharmacists can work inā¦",["Hospitals and drugstores","Only retail drugstores","Only research labs"],0],["Safety","Drug interactions","Some medicines change how others work, making them weaker or more dangerous. Pharmacists check for this.","A drug interaction is whenā¦",["One medicine changes how another works","A medicine is taken with water","Two pills look alike"],0],["Safety","Allergies","Pharmacists check allergy records before dispensing. Some allergies, like to penicillin, affect related drugs too.","Pharmacists check allergies toā¦",["Prevent dangerous reactions","Choose a cheaper brand","Speed up the line"],0],["Safety","Look-alike names","Some drugs have names that look or sound alike. Pharmacies use tall letters and double-checks to avoid mix-ups.","Look-alike drug names can causeā¦",["Mix-ups","Slower refills","Lower prices"],0],["Safety","Kidsā doses","Many childrenās doses depend on weight. Pharmacists check that the dose fits the child.","Childrenās doses often depend onā¦",["Weight","Height only","Age only"],0],["Safety","Calling the prescriber","If an order looks wrong, pharmacists call the prescriber to clarify before filling it.","If a prescription looks wrong, the pharmacist shouldā¦",["Call the prescriber","Change the dose to what seems right","Fill it and note it later"],0],["Safety","Storage","Some medicines need to stay cold or away from light. Wrong storage can make them stop working.","Wrong storage can make medicineā¦",["Stop working","Work faster","Change color only"],0],["How medicine works","Dose","The dose is how much medicine to take. Too little may not work; too much can be harmful.","Too much of a medicine can beā¦",["Harmful","More effective","Faster acting"],0],["How medicine works","How the body handles drugs","The body absorbs, spreads, breaks down, and removes medicines. The liver and kidneys do much of the work.","Which organs help remove medicines?",["Liver and kidneys","Lungs and heart","Stomach and intestines only"],0],["How medicine works","Side effects","Side effects are unwanted effects of a medicine, like drowsiness or nausea. Pharmacists explain what to watch for.","Side effects areā¦",["Unwanted effects of medicine","The main purpose of a medicine","Signs the medicine isnāt working"],0],["How medicine works","Antibiotics","Antibiotics kill bacteria, not viruses. Patients should take them exactly as prescribed.","Antibiotics work againstā¦",["Bacteria","Viruses","All infections"],0],["How medicine works","Finishing a course","Taking antibiotics you donāt need, skipping doses, or saving leftovers for later can help bacteria become resistant. Take them exactly as prescribed.","Using antibiotics wrongly can lead toā¦",["Resistant bacteria","Faster healing next time","A stronger immune system"],0],["How medicine works","Vaccines","Many pharmacists give vaccines like flu shots, making protection easy to get.","Many pharmacists can giveā¦",["Vaccines","Prescription refills without a prescriber","Diagnoses for new illnesses"],0],["Patients","Counseling","Pharmacists explain how to take medicine, what to avoid, and what side effects to watch for.","Patient counseling explainsā¦",["How to take medicine safely","Only the price of the medicine","Only the storeās return policy"],0],["Patients","Adherence","Adherence means taking medicine as prescribed. Pill boxes, reminders, and simpler schedules help.","Adherence meansā¦",["Taking medicine as prescribed","Taking medicine only when you feel sick","Taking half doses to save money"],0],["Patients","Donāt share medicine","Prescription medicine is meant for one person. Sharing can be dangerous.","Sharing prescription medicine isā¦",["Dangerous","Fine if symptoms match","Fine between family members"],0],["Patients","Safe disposal","Old medicines should go to take-back programs or be disposed of as directed, not left where kids can find them.","Old medicines should beā¦",["Disposed of safely","Flushed down any drain","Saved for the next illness"],0],["Patients","Privacy","Pharmacists keep health information private and counsel patients away from listening ears.","Pharmacists counsel patientsā¦",["Privately","At the checkout line with others nearby","Over the phone in a crowded store"],0],["Patients","Cost help","Pharmacists can suggest generics or programs that make medicine more affordable.","To lower costs, pharmacists may suggestā¦",["Generics","Splitting doses to make it last","Taking someone elseās leftover pills"],0],["Rules & ethics","Controlled substances","Some medicines, like strong pain relievers, are controlled because they can be misused. Pharmacies track them closely.","Controlled substances are tracked because theyā¦",["Can be misused","Are always more expensive","Are only sold in hospitals"],0],["Rules & ethics","Fake prescriptions","Pharmacists watch for forged or altered prescriptions and verify anything suspicious.","If a prescription looks forged, the pharmacist shouldā¦",["Verify it","Fill a smaller amount","Fill it if the patient seems honest"],0],["Rules & ethics","Counterfeit drugs","Fake medicines sold online can contain the wrong ingredients. Buy from licensed pharmacies.","Medicines should come fromā¦",["Licensed pharmacies","The cheapest online sellers","Friends who have extras"],0],["Career path","Becoming a pharmacist","In the US, pharmacists earn a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), usually 4 years after prerequisite college courses, then pass licensing exams.","US pharmacists earn aā¦",["PharmD","MD","PhD only"],0],["Career path","Clinical pharmacists","Clinical pharmacists work with doctors in hospitals to choose the best medicines for patients.","Clinical pharmacists helpā¦",["Choose the best medicines","Perform procedures","Run the pharmacy cash register"],0],["Career path","Attention to detail","A single wrong digit in a dose can be dangerous, so pharmacists need careful attention to detail.","A key pharmacist skill isā¦",["Attention to detail","Speed above all","Memorizing brand names only"],0],["Advanced pharmacy","Pharmacokinetics","Pharmacokinetics is how the body absorbs, distributes, breaks down, and removes a drug. It helps explain why some medicines are taken once a day and others several times.","Pharmacokinetics describesā¦",["How the body handles a drug","How a drug is manufactured","How much a drug costs"],0],["Advanced pharmacy","Half-life","A drugās half-life is how long it takes for half of it to leave the body. Drugs with short half-lives often need more frequent doses.","A drugās half-life is the time forā¦",["Half of it to leave the body","The full dose to start working","The bottle to expire"],0],["Advanced pharmacy","Kidney dosing","Many drugs leave the body through the kidneys. If a patientās kidneys donāt work well, pharmacists may recommend a lower dose to prevent the drug from building up.","If kidneys work poorly, a dose may need to beā¦",["Lowered","Doubled","Unchanged always"],0],["Advanced pharmacy","Grapefruit interactions","Grapefruit juice can change how some medicines are broken down, raising their levels in the blood. Pharmacists warn patients when a medicine has this interaction.","Grapefruit juice canā¦",["Raise levels of some medicines","Make all medicines stronger","Cancel every medicineās effect"],0],["Advanced pharmacy","Medication reconciliation","When patients enter or leave a hospital, pharmacists compare their full medicine lists. This catches missing, duplicate, or conflicting medicines.","Medication reconciliation comparesā¦",["A patientās full medicine lists","Prices at different pharmacies","Doctorsā prescribing habits"],0],["Advanced pharmacy","Compounding","Compounding means preparing a custom medicine, like a liquid version for a child who canāt swallow pills. It must follow strict cleanliness and accuracy standards.","Compounding meansā¦",["Preparing a custom medicine","Ordering medicine in bulk","Counting pills faster"],0],["Advanced pharmacy","Opioid safety","Pharmacists help prevent opioid misuse by checking prescription monitoring databases and counseling patients. Many can also provide naloxone, which reverses overdoses.","Pharmacists can check prescription monitoring databases toā¦",["Spot possible opioid misuse","Find the lowest price","Choose a brand name"],0],["Advanced pharmacy","Pregnancy and medicines","Some medicines can harm a developing baby. Pharmacists ask about pregnancy and help choose safer options with the prescriber.","Pharmacists ask about pregnancy becauseā¦",["Some medicines can harm a developing baby","It changes the price","All medicines are banned in pregnancy"],0],["Advanced pharmacy","Hospital pharmacy","Hospital pharmacists prepare IV medicines, check doses for patients with kidney problems, and join care teams on rounds. They help catch errors before they reach patients.","Hospital pharmacists oftenā¦",["Join care teams on rounds","Only stock the gift shop","Perform surgery"],0],["Advanced pharmacy","Drug recalls","When a medicine is recalled for safety, pharmacies remove it and contact affected patients. Pharmacists help patients switch to a safe alternative.","During a drug recall, pharmaciesā¦",["Remove it and contact affected patients","Keep selling until stock runs out","Only post a sign"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š Patient privacy","s":"A friend asks you what was wrong with a celebrity you treated today.","c":[["Say you canāt share patient information",8,25,0,2,"Patient privacy laws like HIPAA protect health information."],["Share a few small, harmless details",-12,0,-3,0,"Even small details can break privacy laws and trust."],["Post a vague hint online without the name",-14,0,-4,0,"Hints can still identify a patient. Thatās a serious violation."]]},{"t":"š³ You made a mistake","s":"You realize you made an error in a patientās care yesterday. No harm done yet.","c":[["Tell the team and the patient, and fix it",8,25,0,2,"Being open about errors keeps patients safe and builds trust."],["Fix it quietly, since no harm was done",-6,0,-1,0,"Hiding errors stops the team from learning and can backfire."],["Report that the computer system caused the error",-8,0,-2,0,"Blaming others doesnāt fix anything."]]},{"t":"š“ Double shift","s":"Youāve worked 20 hours straight and a coworker asks you to cover another shift.","c":[["Say no and rest so youāre safe to work",6,20,0,2,"Exhausted clinicians make more mistakes. Rest is part of patient safety."],["Say yes and use coffee to stay sharp",-6,5,-2,0,"Fatigue raises the risk of errors."],["Say yes and move faster with each patient to keep up",-10,0,-3,0,"Rushed care is unsafe care."]]},{"t":"š
Patient says no","s":"An adult patient refuses a treatment you recommend.","c":[["Explain the risks clearly and respect their choice",7,25,0,2,"Adults with decision-making capacity can refuse care. Your job is to inform, not force."],["Keep urging them until they agree, since itās for their health",-8,0,-1,0,"Pressure damages trust and can violate consent rules."],["Give the treatment, since you know itās what they need",-16,0,-5,0,"Treating without consent is a serious ethical and legal violation."]]},{"t":"š Fancy gift","s":"A company that sells medical supplies offers you a free vacation if you use their products.","c":[["Decline and choose products based on evidence",7,25,0,2,"Gifts from sellers can bias care. Many hospitals ban them."],["Accept, since a trip wonāt change your judgment",-8,5,-1,0,"Gifts with strings attached create conflicts of interest."],["Accept and use their products, since theyāre decent anyway",-12,0,-3,0,"Recommending products for rewards puts profit over patients."]]},{"t":"šø Photo for social media","s":"A coworker wants to post a selfie in the ER with patients visible in the background.","c":[["Stop them and explain the privacy rules",7,20,0,2,"Patients in photos can be identified. Privacy comes first."],["Let it go, since the patients are blurry in the back",-8,0,-2,0,"A background face can still break privacy laws."],["Blur the faces and then post it",-3,5,-1,1,"Better, but patient areas should stay off social media."]]},{"t":"š£ļø Language barrier","s":"A patient speaks little English and seems confused about their care.","c":[["Get a professional medical interpreter",7,25,1,2,"Trained interpreters prevent dangerous misunderstandings."],["Ask their child to translate, since the child speaks English",-8,0,-2,0,"Children shouldnāt interpret medical information. They can miss details, and it puts a heavy burden on them."],["Speak louder and more slowly so they can follow",-6,0,-1,0,"Volume doesnāt solve a language barrier."]]},{"t":"š¤ Worried about a colleague","s":"A colleague seems unwell and is making mistakes on shift.","c":[["Talk to them privately and alert a supervisor if needed",7,20,0,2,"Speaking up protects patients and helps your colleague get support."],["Stay out of it, since theyāre a trained professional",-7,0,-2,0,"Staying silent can put patients at risk."],["Ask other staff if theyāve noticed it too",-9,0,-1,0,"Gossip hurts people and solves nothing."]]}],"rk":[["Pharmacy Student","Corner Drugstore","šŖ",2,2],["Pharmacy Intern","Corner Drugstore","šŖ",3,3],["Staff Pharmacist","Main Street Pharmacy","š",4,3],["Pharmacist-in-Charge","Main Street Pharmacy","š",5,4],["Director of Pharmacy","Regional Hospital","ā",6,5],["Chief Pharmacy Officer","National Health System","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Pre-med","š©¹ Med Student","š©ŗ Resident","š Specialist","š Department Chief","š Medical Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Chatting with customers all day","r","Working with doctors on hospital rounds","c"],["Pick a vibe","Busy store counter","r","Science lab","d"],["What fits you?","Helping people one-on-one","r","Researching how drugs work","d"],["Which do you enjoy?","Solving medical puzzles with a team","c","Chemistry experiments","d"]],"r":{"r":["Community pharmacist","You love helping people directly. Community pharmacists are among the most accessible health experts."],"c":["Clinical pharmacist","You like teamwork and medicine. Clinical pharmacists help doctors choose treatments in hospitals."],"d":["Pharmaceutical scientist","You love the science. Drug researchers develop and test new medicines."]}},"about":{"does":"Pharmacists make sure patients get the right medicine at the right dose. They check prescriptions for errors and interactions, counsel patients, give vaccines, and work with doctors on treatment.","day":["Verify dozens of prescriptions","Counsel a patient on a new medicine","Call a doctor to fix a dosing problem"],"skills":["Attention to detail","Chemistry and biology","Clear communication"],"path":"In the US, pharmacists complete prerequisite college courses, earn a PharmD (usually 4 years), and pass licensing exams. Working as a pharmacy technician is a common way to start.","real":"Real medicine takes years of training, licensing, and teamwork, and real patients are never game pieces. This game teaches ideas about the job. It is not medical advice."},"twist":{"k":"audit","name":"Board inspection","emo":"š","word":"board inspection","p":0.4,"desc":"Any year, a surprise board inspection can happen. Patients with enough in š Double-check every order and a solid plan pass.","how":"Each year thereās about a 40% chance of a surprise board inspection. Every patient with at least its minimum in š Double-check every order and a fit of 50+ passes (trust +5, +20 XP). Any that fail get a trust hit and a 5% penalty.","passMsg":"Everything checked out.","failMsg":"The board inspection found problems here. Penalty applied.","achName":"Inspection-proof","achDesc":"Pass 3 surprise board inspections"},"tips":["Patients who canāt handle big swings need š Double-check every order and steady options.","Always keep each patientās minimum in š Double-check every order.","Keep š Stock one hot new drug at 25% or less.","Bolder patients can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"š","name":"Catch the problem","how":"Each year you check a prescription situation and spot the safest move.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"A prescriptionās dose is ten times higher than usual. What do you do?","opts":["Call the prescriber to confirm before filling","Fill it as written","Cut it in half yourself","Ask the patient what they think"],"ok":0,"why":"Unusual doses must be clarified with the prescriber."},{"kind":"mc","q":"A patient asks if they can share their antibiotics with their sick sister. What do you say?","opts":["No. Prescriptions are for one person, and she should see a doctor","Sure, if she feels sick too","Only half","Only on weekends"],"ok":0,"why":"Sharing medicine is unsafe. The wrong drug or dose can cause harm."},{"kind":"mc","q":"A patient on many medicines wants an over-the-counter cold medicine. Whatās best?","opts":["Check it against their current medicines first","Hand it over, OTC is always safe","Tell them colds arenāt real","Sell them three"],"ok":0,"why":"OTC medicines can interact with prescriptions."}]},"cast":{"scene":"š„ š š©ŗ š š§Ŗ","boss":["Dr. Rivera","š©š½āāļø","Chief of Medicine"],"buddy":["Sam","š§š»āāļø","your fellow resident"],"rival":["Dr. Park","š§š¼āāļø","the overconfident rival"]},"play":{"k":"recipe","u":"š§āāļø","pot":"āļø","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Main Street Pharmacy","h":[9,21],"m":["š Safety","ā±ļø Wait time","š¬ Customer trust"],"t":[["s","Prescription check","Tap the prescriptions with a problem.",[["Lisinopril 10 mg once daily",0],["Warfarin plus a new prescription for aspirin, no note",1],["Amoxicillin for a patient allergic to penicillin",1],["Metformin 500 mg twice daily",0],["Oxycodone with no prescriber signature",1]],"Pharmacists catch dangerous drug interactions, allergies, and invalid prescriptions before they reach patients.",0],["c","š“ Mr. Green","Interaction alert","The computer flags a serious interaction between his new antibiotic and his heart medicine.",[["Call the doctor, explain the risk, and suggest a safer antibiotic",[14,-4,8],"Right. Pharmacists work with doctors to fix problems before harm happens.",2],["Fill it as written, since the doctor already knows the patient",[-16,4,0],"Doctors miss things. Thatās why you check.",0],["Tell Mr. Green to pause his heart medicine while he takes the antibiotic",[-14,2,-4],"Never change a medicine without the prescriber.",0]]],["n","Days supply","Take 2 tablets twice a day. The bottle has 60 tablets. How many days will it last?",15,0,"days","2 Ć 2 = 4 tablets a day. 60 Ć· 4 = 15 days.",1],["q","OTC or Rx?","Rapid round: can you buy it without a prescription in the U.S.?",["š Over the counter","š Prescription"],[["Ibuprofen 200 mg",0],["Amoxicillin",1],["Loratadine (allergy pills)",0],["Insulin pens (most types)",1],["Antacid tablets",0],["Oxycodone",1]],"Pharmacists guide people on what they can treat themselves and when they need a doctor.",2],["c","š© Customer","āIs this okay with my other meds?ā","She wants a cold medicine but takes blood pressure pills.",[["Check her medicines and suggest a cold product without decongestants",[12,-2,10],"Thatās a pharmacistās key skill: matching products to the person.",2],["Point her to the cold medicine aisle so she can compare labels",[-8,4,-4],"Some cold medicines raise blood pressure.",0],["Tell her to check with her doctor before buying anything",[2,0,-4],"Youāre the medicine expert right here.",1]]],["o","Filling a prescription","Put the steps in order.",["Check the prescription is valid","Check for allergies and interactions","Count and label the medicine","Pharmacist final check","Counsel the patient"],"Every step is a checkpoint that catches errors before the medicine leaves.",0],["c","š§ Angry customer","Long line","Ten people are waiting and one yells about the delay.",[["Apologize, give an honest time estimate, and keep checking carefully",[4,2,10],"Safety canāt be rushed, but clear communication calms people.",2],["Skip your final check on simple prescriptions to get the line moving",[-18,8,0],"Rushing causes errors that can hurt someone.",0],["Keep working quietly and focus on the prescriptions",[0,0,-12],"Silence makes people angrier.",1]]],["b","Storage","Where should it be stored?",["āļø Fridge","š Room temp"],[["Unopened insulin pens",0],["Ibuprofen tablets",1],["Many liquid antibiotics for kids",0],["Most vaccines",0],["Allergy pills",1]],"Wrong storage can ruin medicines. Pharmacists know which ones need cold.",0]]}},"pt":{"id":"pt","f":"med","desc":"Help patients recover from injuries and surgery with the right exercises and pacing.","title":"Move It š","role":"Physical Therapist","tag":"Get people moving again.","emo":["š","šŖ","š¦µ"],"unit":"","bigA":10000,"newsName":"Health news","th":{"a":"#f08c00","b":"#1098ad","g1":"#fcead1","g2":"#d4ecf0","ad":"#f4a940","d1":"#50301d","d2":"#11334d"},"pitch":"Plan recovery programs for patients, push the right amount, and see whether physical therapy fits you.","goal":"help every patient move better without reinjury, and keep their trust.","w":{"cl":"patient","cls":"patients","val":"Health score","total":"Total health score","alloc":"Care plan","hor":"Timeline","trust":"Patient trust","mkt":"Patient outcomes","Cl":"Patient"},"opts":[{"id":"safe","n":"š§ Gentle mobility work","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Safe stretching and movement.","one":false},{"id":"home","n":"š Home exercise plan","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Steady progress between visits.","one":false},{"id":"strength","n":"šļø Strength training","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Build muscle to support the injury.","one":false},{"id":"manual","n":"š¤² Hands-on therapy","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Massage and joint work by the therapist.","one":false},{"id":"push","n":"š„ One all-out push","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"d":"Big gains or a setback.","one":true},{"id":"skip","n":"ā© Rush to full activity","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"Back to sports fast. Risky.","one":false}],"must":"safe","cases":[{"name":"Mr. Hall, 72 š§","story":"Recovering from a hip replacement. Worried about falling.","amt":1200,"hor":"3 months","rl":1.5,"rh":2.6,"min":25,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Older patients need gentle, steady progress and fall prevention."},{"name":"Jess, 17 ā½","story":"Torn knee ligament. Wants to play again next season.","amt":1300,"hor":"9 months","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":12,"maxLoss":20,"tip":"Athletes can handle strength work, but rushing back causes reinjury."},{"name":"Office worker š»","story":"Back pain from sitting all day.","amt":900,"hor":"2 months","rl":2.2,"rh":3.4,"min":15,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Home exercises and posture changes help long-term."},{"name":"Stroke recovery š§ ","story":"Relearning how to walk after a stroke.","amt":1500,"hor":"6 months","rl":1.8,"rh":3,"min":22,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Recovery after a stroke takes patience and safe, repeated practice."},{"name":"Runner with shin pain š","story":"Training for a marathon too fast.","amt":1000,"hor":"2 months","rl":2.4,"rh":3.6,"min":15,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Overuse injuries need rest and smarter training, not more pushing."},{"name":"Kidsā clinic š§","story":"Children with balance and coordination challenges.","amt":1100,"hor":"School year","rl":2,"rh":3.2,"min":18,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Kids progress best with fun, steady practice."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Healthy season","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal season","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Flu surge","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Outbreak wave","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["Fewer people are getting sick this season","New equipment speeds up care"],"normal":["A typical week at work","Patient visits are about normal"],"rough":["Flu cases are climbing fast","Staff shortages slow things down"],"crash":["A fast-spreading illness fills hospitals","Supplies run short across the region"]},"intro":[["The right challenge","Too little exercise wonāt help. Too much can cause a setback. Good PTs find the sweet spot."],["Homework matters","Most progress happens between visits, through home exercises."],["Fit the patient","A grandpa after surgery and a soccer player need different plans."]],"ls":[["PT basics","What physical therapists do","Physical therapists help people recover movement and strength after injury, surgery, or illness, and help prevent future injuries.","Physical therapists help peopleā¦",["Recover movement and strength","Mainly prescribe pain medicine","Only recover from surgery"],0],["PT basics","Evaluation","PTs start with an evaluation: how a patient moves, their pain, strength, and goals.","A PT evaluation looks atā¦",["Movement, pain, strength, and goals","Only X-ray results","Only blood test results"],0],["PT basics","Goals","Therapy goals are specific, like walking without a cane or returning to soccer.","A good therapy goal isā¦",["Walk without a cane in 8 weeks","Feel a little better soon","Get stronger eventually"],0],["PT basics","Range of motion","Range of motion is how far a joint can move. PTs measure it to track progress.","Range of motion measuresā¦",["How far a joint can move","How strong a muscle is","How long a muscle can work"],0],["PT basics","Where PTs work","PTs work in hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools, sports teams, nursing homes, and patientsā homes.","PTs can work inā¦",["Clinics, schools, and sports teams","Only hospital rehab floors","Only nursing homes"],0],["PT basics","The PT team","PTs work with doctors, occupational therapists, athletic trainers, and PT assistants.","Who might a PT work with?",["Occupational therapists","Only surgeons","Only nutritionists"],0],["Body basics","Muscles and joints","Muscles move bones at joints. Strong muscles help protect joints from injury.","Strong muscles helpā¦",["Protect joints","Replace the need for ligaments","Make bones grow longer"],0],["Body basics","Tendons and ligaments","Tendons connect muscle to bone. Ligaments connect bone to bone and keep joints stable.","Ligaments connectā¦",["Bone to bone","Muscle to bone","Muscle to muscle"],0],["Body basics","Healing takes time","Muscles, tendons, and ligaments heal at different speeds. Ligaments and tendons often take months.","Ligament injuries often takeā¦",["Months to heal","About one week","About a day or two"],0],["Body basics","Inflammation","After an injury, swelling and warmth are part of healing. Too much can slow recovery.","Swelling after an injury is part ofā¦",["Healing","Infection only","Only aging"],0],["Body basics","Posture","Good posture spreads forces evenly. Long hours slouching can cause neck and back pain.","Long hours slouching can causeā¦",["Neck and back pain","Stronger core muscles","Better flexibility"],0],["Body basics","Balance","Balance relies on muscles, vision, and the inner ear. Balance training helps prevent falls.","Balance training helps preventā¦",["Falls","Joint infections","Headaches"],0],["Treatment","Exercise therapy","Targeted exercises build strength, flexibility, and control. Theyāre the core of most PT.","The core of most PT isā¦",["Targeted exercise","Mostly massage","Mostly heat packs"],0],["Treatment","Progressive overload","Slowly increasing difficulty, like more weight or reps, lets the body adapt safely.","Progressive overload meansā¦",["Increasing difficulty gradually","Doing your maximum every session","Keeping the same weight forever"],0],["Treatment","Pain as a guide","Some discomfort is normal, but sharp or worsening pain is a sign to adjust the plan.","Sharp, worsening pain during exercise meansā¦",["Adjust the plan","Push through it","Stop all exercise forever"],0],["Treatment","Manual therapy","PTs may use hands-on techniques, like massage or joint mobilization, along with exercise.","Manual therapy isā¦",["Hands-on treatment","Exercise done alone at home","Electrical stimulation only"],0],["Treatment","Home exercise programs","Patients do exercises at home between visits. Consistency matters more than intensity.","For home exercises, what matters most?",["Consistency","Doing it only when sore","Doing everything in one long session"],0],["Treatment","Gait training","Gait training helps patients relearn how to walk safely, sometimes with canes or walkers.","Gait training helps peopleā¦",["Walk safely","Breathe more deeply","Write neatly"],0],["Recovery","After surgery","After surgeries like knee replacements, PT usually starts very early to restore movement.","After many joint surgeries, PT startsā¦",["Early","After several months of rest","Only after the stitches dissolve"],0],["Recovery","Return to sport","Athletes return gradually, passing tests of strength and control before full play. Rushing raises reinjury risk.","Returning to sport too fast raises the risk ofā¦",["Reinjury","Faster healing","Better endurance"],0],["Recovery","Overuse injuries","Overuse injuries come from doing too much too soon, like a big jump in running miles. Rest and smart training help.","Overuse injuries often come fromā¦",["Doing too much too soon","Not stretching before games","Getting too much sleep"],0],["Recovery","Concussion recovery","After a concussion, activity returns step by step under guidance, with symptoms watched closely.","After a concussion, activity returnsā¦",["Step by step","Right away once headaches stop","Only after a full month of bed rest"],0],["Recovery","Stroke rehab","After a stroke, repeated practice helps the brain relearn movements. Progress can continue for months.","After a stroke, repeated practice helpsā¦",["The brain relearn movements","Replace damaged muscles","Grow new bones"],0],["Patients","Motivation","PTs encourage patients, celebrate small wins, and connect exercises to goals that matter to them.","PTs keep patients motivated byā¦",["Celebrating small wins","Pointing out every mistake","Doubling the workload each week"],0],["Patients","Explaining why","When patients understand why an exercise helps, theyāre more likely to do it.","Patients do exercises more when theyā¦",["Understand why","Are given more exercises","Do them without knowing the goal"],0],["Patients","Fall prevention","For older adults, strength and balance training plus safer homes reduce falls.","Falls can be reduced withā¦",["Strength and balance training","Avoiding activity","Wearing loose shoes"],0],["Career path","Becoming a PT","In the US, PTs earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), usually 3 years after college, then pass a national licensing exam.","US physical therapists earn aā¦",["DPT","MD","PhD in biology"],0],["Career path","Specialties","PTs can specialize in sports, orthopedics, neurology, pediatrics, older adults, and more.","PTs can specialize inā¦",["Sports or pediatrics","Only general orthopedics","Only adult patients"],0],["Career path","PT assistants","Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) help carry out treatment plans with a 2-year degree.","PTAs typically need aā¦",["2-year degree","4-year degree","High school diploma only"],0],["Career path","Getting started","Volunteering or shadowing at a PT clinic is a great way to see if you like the work.","A good way to explore PT isā¦",["Shadowing at a clinic","Reading anatomy books only","Watching sports on TV"],0],["Advanced rehab","The rotator cuff","The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles and tendons that keep the shoulder stable. Injuries are common in throwing sports and with age. PT strengthens these muscles and improves shoulder control.","The rotator cuff helpsā¦",["Keep the shoulder stable","Bend the knee","Turn the head"],0],["Advanced rehab","ACL injuries","The ACL is a key ligament inside the knee. ACL tears often happen with sudden pivots or landings. Recovery after surgery usually takes many months of PT before return to sport.","ACL tears often happen duringā¦",["Sudden pivots or landings","Slow walking","Sitting for long periods"],0],["Advanced rehab","Low back pain","Most low back pain improves with time and movement. PTs teach exercises, posture habits, and safe lifting. Long bed rest usually makes back pain worse, not better.","For most low back pain, PTs recommendā¦",["Staying active with guided exercise","Long periods of bed rest","Avoiding all movement for weeks"],0],["Advanced rehab","Neurological rehab","People with conditions like stroke, spinal cord injury, or Parkinsonās disease work with PTs on walking, balance, and strength. Repeated practice helps the nervous system adapt.","Neurological rehab helps people withā¦",["Stroke or spinal cord injury","Broken teeth","Seasonal allergies"],0],["Advanced rehab","Cardiopulmonary rehab","After heart surgery or with lung disease, PTs guide safe exercise to build endurance. They watch heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen during activity.","In cardiopulmonary rehab, PTs monitorā¦",["Heart rate and oxygen during exercise","Only body weight","Only joint angles"],0],["Advanced rehab","Pediatric PT","Pediatric PTs help children with delays or conditions like cerebral palsy build skills like crawling, walking, and balance. Therapy often looks like play.","Pediatric PT often looks likeā¦",["Play","Weightlifting","Bed rest"],0],["Advanced rehab","Prosthetics","After an amputation, PTs help people learn to use a prosthetic limb. Training includes balance, walking, and caring for the remaining limb.","After an amputation, PTs help peopleā¦",["Learn to use a prosthetic limb","Avoid walking","Only manage pain with medicine"],0],["Advanced rehab","Assistive devices","Canes, crutches, and walkers support walking. PTs choose the right device and teach how to use it, including on stairs. A poorly fitted device can cause falls.","PTs choose and fit walking aids toā¦",["Prevent falls and support walking","Speed up the visit","Replace exercise"],0],["Advanced rehab","Outcome measures","PTs use tests, like timing how long it takes to stand up and walk a short distance, to track progress. Numbers make it easier to see change and adjust the plan.","Why do PTs time walking tests?",["To track progress with numbers","To grade the patient like a school test","To decide what to charge"],0],["Advanced rehab","Direct access","In every US state, patients can see a physical therapist without a doctorās referral in at least some situations. Rules and insurance requirements still vary.","Direct access means patients canā¦",["See a PT without a doctorās referral","Get surgery without a surgeon","Buy prescriptions online"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š Patient privacy","s":"A friend asks you what was wrong with a celebrity you treated today.","c":[["Say you canāt share patient information",8,25,0,2,"Patient privacy laws like HIPAA protect health information."],["Share a few small, harmless details",-12,0,-3,0,"Even small details can break privacy laws and trust."],["Post a vague hint online without the name",-14,0,-4,0,"Hints can still identify a patient. Thatās a serious violation."]]},{"t":"š³ You made a mistake","s":"You realize you made an error in a patientās care yesterday. No harm done yet.","c":[["Tell the team and the patient, and fix it",8,25,0,2,"Being open about errors keeps patients safe and builds trust."],["Fix it quietly, since no harm was done",-6,0,-1,0,"Hiding errors stops the team from learning and can backfire."],["Report that the computer system caused the error",-8,0,-2,0,"Blaming others doesnāt fix anything."]]},{"t":"š“ Double shift","s":"Youāve worked 20 hours straight and a coworker asks you to cover another shift.","c":[["Say no and rest so youāre safe to work",6,20,0,2,"Exhausted clinicians make more mistakes. Rest is part of patient safety."],["Say yes and use coffee to stay sharp",-6,5,-2,0,"Fatigue raises the risk of errors."],["Say yes and move faster with each patient to keep up",-10,0,-3,0,"Rushed care is unsafe care."]]},{"t":"š
Patient says no","s":"An adult patient refuses a treatment you recommend.","c":[["Explain the risks clearly and respect their choice",7,25,0,2,"Adults with decision-making capacity can refuse care. Your job is to inform, not force."],["Keep urging them until they agree, since itās for their health",-8,0,-1,0,"Pressure damages trust and can violate consent rules."],["Give the treatment, since you know itās what they need",-16,0,-5,0,"Treating without consent is a serious ethical and legal violation."]]},{"t":"š Fancy gift","s":"A company that sells medical supplies offers you a free vacation if you use their products.","c":[["Decline and choose products based on evidence",7,25,0,2,"Gifts from sellers can bias care. Many hospitals ban them."],["Accept, since a trip wonāt change your judgment",-8,5,-1,0,"Gifts with strings attached create conflicts of interest."],["Accept and use their products, since theyāre decent anyway",-12,0,-3,0,"Recommending products for rewards puts profit over patients."]]},{"t":"šø Photo for social media","s":"A coworker wants to post a selfie in the ER with patients visible in the background.","c":[["Stop them and explain the privacy rules",7,20,0,2,"Patients in photos can be identified. Privacy comes first."],["Let it go, since the patients are blurry in the back",-8,0,-2,0,"A background face can still break privacy laws."],["Blur the faces and then post it",-3,5,-1,1,"Better, but patient areas should stay off social media."]]},{"t":"š£ļø Language barrier","s":"A patient speaks little English and seems confused about their care.","c":[["Get a professional medical interpreter",7,25,1,2,"Trained interpreters prevent dangerous misunderstandings."],["Ask their child to translate, since the child speaks English",-8,0,-2,0,"Children shouldnāt interpret medical information. They can miss details, and it puts a heavy burden on them."],["Speak louder and more slowly so they can follow",-6,0,-1,0,"Volume doesnāt solve a language barrier."]]},{"t":"š¤ Worried about a colleague","s":"A colleague seems unwell and is making mistakes on shift.","c":[["Talk to them privately and alert a supervisor if needed",7,20,0,2,"Speaking up protects patients and helps your colleague get support."],["Stay out of it, since theyāre a trained professional",-7,0,-2,0,"Staying silent can put patients at risk."],["Ask other staff if theyāve noticed it too",-9,0,-1,0,"Gossip hurts people and solves nothing."]]}],"rk":[["PT Student","Community Rehab","š„",2,2],["PT Resident","Community Rehab","š„",3,3],["Physical Therapist","Motion Clinic","šŖ",4,3],["Senior PT","Motion Clinic","šŖ",5,4],["Clinic Director","Pro Sports Rehab","ā",6,5],["Director of Rehabilitation","National Rehab Institute","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Pre-med","š©¹ Med Student","š©ŗ Resident","š Specialist","š Department Chief","š Medical Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Getting athletes back on the field","s","Helping someone walk again after a stroke","n"],["Pick a vibe","Sports facility","s","Hospital","n"],["What fits you?","Patient, steady progress","n","Playful sessions with kids","k"],["Which do you enjoy?","Fitness and training","s","Making learning fun","k"]],"r":{"s":["Sports physical therapist","You love athletics. Sports PTs treat injuries and help athletes return to play."],"n":["Neurologic physical therapist","Youāre patient and caring. Neuro PTs help people recover after strokes and brain injuries."],"k":["Pediatric physical therapist","You love working with kids. Pediatric PTs help children build strength and coordination."]}},"about":{"does":"Physical therapists help people recover movement after injury, surgery, or illness. They evaluate how patients move, design exercise programs, use hands-on therapy, and teach people how to prevent future injuries.","day":["Evaluate a new patient with knee pain","Lead three therapy sessions","Update home exercise plans"],"skills":["Understanding of the body","Motivating people","Patience"],"path":"In the US, PTs earn a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (usually 3 years after college) and pass a licensing exam. Biology, anatomy, and sports experience help.","real":"Real medicine takes years of training, licensing, and teamwork, and real patients are never game pieces. This game teaches ideas about the job. It is not medical advice."},"twist":{"k":"streak","name":"Progress streak","emo":"š","desc":"String together strong years (good fit, no big losses) to build a streak. Each level boosts XP and results.","how":"A strong year means 70+ average fit, positive results, and no patient with a big loss. Each strong year in a row adds to your Progress streak, up to 4. It multiplies XP by up to Ć2 and adds up to +2.4% to results. One weak year resets it.","hi":"Youāre on a roll!","lo":"Streak broken. Build it back up.","achName":"Progress streak keeper","achDesc":"Reach a 3-year streak"},"tips":["Patients who canāt handle big swings need š§ Gentle mobility work and steady options.","Always keep each patientās minimum in š§ Gentle mobility work.","Keep š„ One all-out push at 25% or less.","Bolder patients can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"š¦µ","name":"Therapy call","how":"Each year you make a recovery decision for a patient.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"A runnerās shin pain started after doubling their weekly miles. Whatās the best plan?","opts":["Cut back, build up gradually, and strengthen supporting muscles","Run through the pain","Double the miles again","Stop moving completely forever"],"ok":0,"why":"Overuse injuries come from too much too soon. Gradual increases prevent them."},{"kind":"mc","q":"During an exercise, a patient feels sharp pain thatās getting worse. What do you do?","opts":["Stop and adjust the exercise","Tell them to push harder","Add more weight","Ignore it"],"ok":0,"why":"Sharp, worsening pain is a signal to change the plan."},{"kind":"mc","q":"An athlete feels fine and wants to return to games a month early. Whatās best?","opts":["Test their strength and control first, then return gradually","Let them play the full game tonight","Tell them never to play again","Let them decide alone"],"ok":0,"why":"Passing return-to-sport tests lowers the risk of reinjury."}]},"cast":{"scene":"š„ š š©ŗ š š§Ŗ","boss":["Dr. Rivera","š©š½āāļø","Chief of Medicine"],"buddy":["Sam","š§š»āāļø","your fellow resident"],"rival":["Dr. Park","š§š¼āāļø","the overconfident rival"]},"play":{"k":"schedule","u":"š§āāļø","pot":"āļø","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Peak Physical Therapy","h":[7,17],"m":["šŖ Recovery","š Motivation","ā ļø Safety"],"t":[["c","š Maria, runner","Back too soon","Two weeks after a sprained ankle, she wants to run a 10K this weekend.",[["Test her strength and balance and set a gradual return-to-run plan",[10,6,10],"Returning gradually with testing protects her ankle long-term.",2],["Clear her to run, since she says the ankle feels fine",[-10,4,-14],"Rushing back often leads to reinjury.",0],["Advise her to stop running for good to protect the ankle",[-4,-14,4],"Overly cautious and crushes motivation.",0]]],["o","New patient visit","Put the first visit in order.",["Ask about the injury and goals","Measure range of motion and strength","Explain what you found","Teach first home exercises","Set the next visit"],"Assessment comes before treatment, and patients need a clear plan and homework.",0],["b","Ice or heat?","Which usually helps more?",["š§ Ice","š„ Heat"],[["Fresh ankle sprain, swollen",0],["Stiff back muscles, no swelling",1],["Right after surgery",0],["Old chronic neck tightness",1]],"Ice calms fresh swelling. Heat relaxes stiff muscles. Use the right one at the right time.",0],["c","š“ Mr. Harris, 78","Skipping exercises","He hasnāt done his home exercises after hip surgery and seems down.",[["Ask whatās in the way, simplify the plan, and tie it to his own goal",[6,14,4],"Linking exercise to personal goals boosts motivation.",2],["Remind him firmly that recovery depends on doing his exercises",[0,-12,0],"Shame rarely works.",0],["Add more exercises so he catches up on what he missed",[0,-8,0],"More work for someone already struggling wonāt help.",0]]],["n","Range of motion","Normal knee bending is about 135Ā°. Your patient bends to 90Ā°. How many degrees short?",45,0,"Ā°","135 ā 90 = 45. PTs measure progress in degrees each visit.",0],["q","Red flag?","Rapid round: should you stop and refer to a doctor?",["š© Refer","ā
Keep treating"],[["Back pain plus new loss of bladder control",0],["Sore muscles after exercise",1],["Calf swollen, warm, and red after surgery",0],["Mild stiffness in the morning",1],["Chest pain during exercise",0]],"PTs watch for signs of serious problems like nerve damage or blood clots.",2],["c","ā½ Coach on the phone","Pressure to clear a player","A coach wants his star player cleared for the playoff game after a knee injury. She isnāt ready.",[["Explain her test results and why returning now risks a worse injury",[8,0,12],"Your duty is to the patientās health, not the schedule.",2],["Clear her to play, since itās the playoffs and she wants to",[-14,4,-14],"Could cause a career-ending injury.",0],["Refuse to discuss the player with the coach at all",[0,-2,0],"With permission, communication helps everyone.",1]]],["s","Exercise form","Tap the form mistakes in this squat.",[["Feet shoulder-width apart",0],["Knees caving inward",1],["Chest up, back straight",0],["Heels lifting off the floor",1],["Weight in the middle of the foot",0]],"Good form prevents injury. PTs coach small details.",2]]}},"dentist":{"id":"dentist","f":"med","desc":"Prevent cavities, fix teeth, and help nervous patients feel calm in the chair.","title":"Smile Squad š¦·","role":"Dentist","tag":"Healthy teeth, happy smiles.","emo":["š¦·","š","šŖ„"],"unit":"","bigA":9000,"newsName":"Health news","th":{"a":"#1c7ed6","b":"#66d9e8","g1":"#d6e8f8","g2":"#e3f8fb","ad":"#559ee0","d1":"#152c59","d2":"#2a455e"},"pitch":"Plan dental care for patients, calm nervous ones, and see whether dentistry fits you.","goal":"keep patientsā teeth healthy for life, and earn their trust.","w":{"cl":"patient","cls":"patients","val":"Health score","total":"Total health score","alloc":"Care plan","hor":"Timeline","trust":"Patient trust","mkt":"Patient outcomes","Cl":"Patient"},"opts":[{"id":"prev","n":"šŖ„ Cleanings and prevention","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Regular cleanings, fluoride, and brushing tips.","one":false},{"id":"xray","n":"š©» Regular X-rays and exams","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Find problems early.","one":false},{"id":"fill","n":"š¦· Fillings for cavities","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Fix small problems before they grow.","one":false},{"id":"ortho","n":"š¬ Refer for braces","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Straighten teeth with a specialist.","one":false},{"id":"cosm","n":"āØ One big cosmetic makeover","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"d":"Whitening and veneers. 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They also focus on prevention.","Dentists care forā¦",["Teeth, gums, and the mouth","Only teeth with cavities","Only the jaw bones"],0],["Dental basics","Parts of a tooth","Teeth have hard enamel on the outside, dentin under it, and soft pulp with nerves inside.","The hard outer layer of a tooth isā¦",["Enamel","Dentin","Pulp"],0],["Dental basics","Baby and adult teeth","Kids have 20 baby teeth. Most adults have 32 permanent teeth, including wisdom teeth.","Most adults have how many permanent teeth?",["32","24","40"],0],["Dental basics","The dental team","Dentists work with dental hygienists, who clean teeth, and dental assistants.","Who usually does teeth cleanings?",["Dental hygienists","Dental lab technicians","Orthodontists"],0],["Dental basics","Checkups","Regular checkups, often every 6 months, catch problems early.","Dental checkups are often everyā¦",["6 months","2 years","Only when teeth hurt"],0],["Dental basics","Dental X-rays","X-rays show cavities between teeth and problems under the gums that canāt be seen.","Dental X-rays can showā¦",["Hidden cavities","Gum color changes","Bad breath"],0],["Prevention","Cavities","Cavities form when bacteria turn sugar into acid that wears away enamel.","Cavities are caused by bacteria makingā¦",["Acid from sugar","Fluoride buildup","Calcium from dairy"],0],["Prevention","Brushing","Brush twice a day for about two minutes with fluoride toothpaste.","How long should you brush?",["About 2 minutes","About 30 seconds","About 10 minutes"],0],["Prevention","Flossing","Flossing cleans between teeth, where a brush canāt reach.","Flossing cleansā¦",["Between teeth","The chewing surfaces","The roof of the mouth"],0],["Prevention","Fluoride","Fluoride strengthens enamel and helps prevent cavities. Itās in toothpaste and often in tap water.","Fluoride helpsā¦",["Strengthen enamel","Remove plaque by itself","Replace brushing"],0],["Prevention","Sealants","Sealants are thin coatings painted on back teeth to keep food and bacteria out of grooves.","Sealants protectā¦",["Grooves in back teeth","The front surfaces of teeth","The roots of teeth"],0],["Prevention","Sugary drinks","Sipping soda or sports drinks all day bathes teeth in sugar and acid.","Sipping sugary drinks all day canā¦",["Harm teeth","Rinse teeth clean","Strengthen enamel"],0],["Problems","Gum disease","Gum disease starts as gingivitis, with red, bleeding gums. Without care, it can lead to tooth loss.","Bleeding gums can be a sign ofā¦",["Gum disease","Strong enamel","Teeth whitening"],0],["Problems","Toothaches","A toothache can mean a cavity, a crack, or an infection. It needs a dentistās check.","A toothache can meanā¦",["A cavity or infection","Healthy nerve growth","Brushing too often"],0],["Problems","Root canals","A root canal removes infected pulp from inside a tooth and seals it, saving the tooth.","A root canalā¦",["Saves an infected tooth","Replaces a missing tooth","Straightens a crooked tooth"],0],["Problems","Knocked-out teeth","If an adult tooth is knocked out, keep it moist (milk works) and see a dentist right away.","A knocked-out adult tooth should beā¦",["Kept moist and taken to a dentist fast","Scrubbed clean and wrapped in a tissue","Left to dry on a napkin"],0],["Problems","Mouthguards","Mouthguards protect teeth during sports like football, hockey, and basketball.","Mouthguards protect teeth duringā¦",["Sports","Teeth whitening","Brushing"],0],["Problems","Wisdom teeth","Wisdom teeth often come in during the late teens or twenties. Some need removal if thereās no room.","Wisdom teeth usually come in duringā¦",["Late teens or twenties","Early childhood","Middle age"],0],["Treatments","Fillings","Fillings repair cavities after the decayed part is removed.","Fillings repairā¦",["Cavities","Gum disease","Bite alignment"],0],["Treatments","Crowns","A crown is a cap that covers a damaged tooth to protect it.","A crown isā¦",["A cap over a tooth","A filling on a small cavity","A type of braces"],0],["Treatments","Braces and aligners","Orthodontists use braces or clear aligners to straighten teeth and fix bites.","Braces are used toā¦",["Straighten teeth","Prevent cavities","Remove tartar"],0],["Treatments","Whitening","Whitening lightens stains but doesnāt fix cavities. Healthy teeth come first.","Whiteningā¦",["Lightens stains only","Strengthens enamel","Repairs chipped teeth"],0],["Treatments","Implants and dentures","Missing teeth can be replaced with implants, bridges, or dentures.","Missing teeth can be replaced withā¦",["Implants or dentures","Fillings or sealants","Mouthwash"],0],["Patients","Dental anxiety","Many people fear the dentist. Explaining steps, going slow, and agreeing on a stop signal helps.","A way to ease dental anxiety isā¦",["Explaining each step","Finishing as fast as possible","Skipping the numbing step"],0],["Patients","Kids at the dentist","Pediatric dentists use simple words and fun to make kids comfortable.","With kids, dentists useā¦",["Simple words and fun","Detailed technical terms","Silent treatment and no explanations"],0],["Patients","Mouth and body","Mouth health is linked to overall health. Dentists sometimes spot signs of other conditions.","Mouth health is linked toā¦",["Overall health","Only the look of your smile","Only your diet"],0],["Career path","Becoming a dentist","US dentists finish college, then 4 years of dental school (DDS or DMD), and pass licensing exams.","US dentists earn aā¦",["DDS or DMD","DO","MD"],0],["Career path","Dental specialties","Specialties include orthodontics (braces), pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, and periodontics (gums).","Orthodontists specialize inā¦",["Straightening teeth","Treating gum disease","Root canals"],0],["Career path","Running a practice","Many dentists own their practices, so they also manage staff, equipment, and budgets.","Many dentists alsoā¦",["Run their own business","Work only in hospitals","Teach at universities only"],0],["Career path","Hand skills","Dentistry needs steady hands and precise work in a small space.","Dentists needā¦",["Steady, precise hands","Strong upper-body strength","A loud, commanding voice"],0],["Advanced dentistry","Plaque and tartar","Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria on teeth. If it isnāt removed, it hardens into tartar, which only a dental professional can remove. Brushing and flossing remove plaque before it hardens.","Tartar forms whenā¦",["Plaque hardens on teeth","Fluoride builds up","Enamel grows thicker"],0],["Advanced dentistry","Periodontal disease","Gum disease can progress from gingivitis, which is reversible, to periodontitis, which damages the bone that holds teeth. Advanced cases can lead to tooth loss.","Gingivitis isā¦",["An early, reversible gum disease","Permanent bone loss","A type of tooth decay"],0],["Advanced dentistry","Local anesthesia","Dentists numb a small area with local anesthetic so procedures donāt hurt. Patients stay awake. The numbness wears off over a few hours.","Local anesthesia at the dentistā¦",["Numbs a small area while you stay awake","Puts you fully asleep","Lasts several days"],0],["Advanced dentistry","Oral cancer screening","During checkups, dentists look and feel for unusual sores, lumps, or patches in the mouth. Early detection of oral cancer greatly improves treatment success. Tobacco raises the risk.","Which raises the risk of oral cancer?",["Tobacco use","Daily flossing","Drinking water"],0],["Advanced dentistry","Infection control","Dental offices sterilize instruments between patients, often in a machine called an autoclave. Staff wear gloves, masks, and eye protection.","Dental instruments are often sterilized inā¦",["An autoclave","A dishwasher","A refrigerator"],0],["Advanced dentistry","Bite problems","A bad bite, called malocclusion, means upper and lower teeth donāt line up well. It can cause wear, jaw pain, or trouble chewing. Orthodontic treatment can correct it.","Malocclusion meansā¦",["Teeth donāt line up well","A tooth is infected","The gums are bleeding"],0],["Advanced dentistry","Teeth grinding","Grinding or clenching, called bruxism, often happens during sleep. It can wear down teeth and cause jaw pain. A night guard can protect teeth.","A night guard helps protect againstā¦",["Teeth grinding","Cavities from sugar","Bad breath"],0],["Advanced dentistry","Dental emergencies","Severe tooth pain, a swollen face, or a knocked-out tooth needs quick care. Facial swelling with fever can mean a spreading infection that needs urgent treatment.","Facial swelling with fever can meanā¦",["A spreading infection","Normal teething","A healthy immune response"],0],["Advanced dentistry","Digital dentistry","Many offices use digital scans instead of messy impressions. Computers can design crowns, and some offices can mill them in a single visit.","Digital scans can replaceā¦",["Traditional impressions","Dental X-rays entirely","Cleanings"],0],["Advanced dentistry","Access to care","Many people struggle to get dental care because of cost or distance. Community clinics, school programs, and dental schools help fill the gap.","Which helps people who canāt afford dental care?",["Community dental clinics","Skipping checkups","Only emergency room visits"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š Patient privacy","s":"A friend asks you what was wrong with a celebrity you treated today.","c":[["Say you canāt share patient information",8,25,0,2,"Patient privacy laws like HIPAA protect health information."],["Share a few small, harmless details",-12,0,-3,0,"Even small details can break privacy laws and trust."],["Post a vague hint online without the name",-14,0,-4,0,"Hints can still identify a patient. Thatās a serious violation."]]},{"t":"š³ You made a mistake","s":"You realize you made an error in a patientās care yesterday. No harm done yet.","c":[["Tell the team and the patient, and fix it",8,25,0,2,"Being open about errors keeps patients safe and builds trust."],["Fix it quietly, since no harm was done",-6,0,-1,0,"Hiding errors stops the team from learning and can backfire."],["Report that the computer system caused the error",-8,0,-2,0,"Blaming others doesnāt fix anything."]]},{"t":"š“ Double shift","s":"Youāve worked 20 hours straight and a coworker asks you to cover another shift.","c":[["Say no and rest so youāre safe to work",6,20,0,2,"Exhausted clinicians make more mistakes. Rest is part of patient safety."],["Say yes and use coffee to stay sharp",-6,5,-2,0,"Fatigue raises the risk of errors."],["Say yes and move faster with each patient to keep up",-10,0,-3,0,"Rushed care is unsafe care."]]},{"t":"š
Patient says no","s":"An adult patient refuses a treatment you recommend.","c":[["Explain the risks clearly and respect their choice",7,25,0,2,"Adults with decision-making capacity can refuse care. Your job is to inform, not force."],["Keep urging them until they agree, since itās for their health",-8,0,-1,0,"Pressure damages trust and can violate consent rules."],["Give the treatment, since you know itās what they need",-16,0,-5,0,"Treating without consent is a serious ethical and legal violation."]]},{"t":"š Fancy gift","s":"A company that sells medical supplies offers you a free vacation if you use their products.","c":[["Decline and choose products based on evidence",7,25,0,2,"Gifts from sellers can bias care. Many hospitals ban them."],["Accept, since a trip wonāt change your judgment",-8,5,-1,0,"Gifts with strings attached create conflicts of interest."],["Accept and use their products, since theyāre decent anyway",-12,0,-3,0,"Recommending products for rewards puts profit over patients."]]},{"t":"šø Photo for social media","s":"A coworker wants to post a selfie in the ER with patients visible in the background.","c":[["Stop them and explain the privacy rules",7,20,0,2,"Patients in photos can be identified. Privacy comes first."],["Let it go, since the patients are blurry in the back",-8,0,-2,0,"A background face can still break privacy laws."],["Blur the faces and then post it",-3,5,-1,1,"Better, but patient areas should stay off social media."]]},{"t":"š£ļø Language barrier","s":"A patient speaks little English and seems confused about their care.","c":[["Get a professional medical interpreter",7,25,1,2,"Trained interpreters prevent dangerous misunderstandings."],["Ask their child to translate, since the child speaks English",-8,0,-2,0,"Children shouldnāt interpret medical information. They can miss details, and it puts a heavy burden on them."],["Speak louder and more slowly so they can follow",-6,0,-1,0,"Volume doesnāt solve a language barrier."]]},{"t":"š¤ Worried about a colleague","s":"A colleague seems unwell and is making mistakes on shift.","c":[["Talk to them privately and alert a supervisor if needed",7,20,0,2,"Speaking up protects patients and helps your colleague get support."],["Stay out of it, since theyāre a trained professional",-7,0,-2,0,"Staying silent can put patients at risk."],["Ask other staff if theyāve noticed it too",-9,0,-1,0,"Gossip hurts people and solves nothing."]]}],"rk":[["Dental Student","University Dental Clinic","š„",2,2],["Associate Dentist","Bright Smiles","š",3,3],["Dentist","Bright Smiles","š",4,3],["Lead Dentist","Family Dental Group","š¦·",5,4],["Practice Owner","Family Dental Group","ā",6,5],["Dental Group CEO","National Dental Partners","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Pre-med","š©¹ Med Student","š©ŗ Resident","š Specialist","š Department Chief","š Medical Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Helping kids love the dentist","k","Creating perfect smiles with braces","o"],["Pick a vibe","Precise surgery","s","Fun, colorful office","k"],["What fits you?","Long-term projects","o","Fixing big problems in one visit","s"],["Which do you enjoy?","Working with kids","k","Art and design","o"]],"r":{"k":["Pediatric dentist","Youāre great with kids. Pediatric dentists care for childrenās teeth and calm young patients."],"o":["Orthodontist","You like long-term projects. Orthodontists straighten teeth over months or years."],"s":["Oral surgeon","You like big challenges. Oral surgeons remove teeth, place implants, and do jaw surgery."]}},"about":{"does":"Dentists keep teeth and gums healthy. They examine patients, read X-rays, fill cavities, treat gum disease, and teach prevention. Many also run their own practice.","day":["Do exams and read X-rays","Fill two cavities","Calm a nervous patient and explain the plan"],"skills":["Steady, precise hands","Calm communication","Science knowledge"],"path":"US dentists finish college, then 4 years of dental school, and pass licensing exams. Shadowing a dentist or working as a dental assistant is a good start.","real":"Real medicine takes years of training, licensing, and teamwork, and real patients are never game pieces. This game teaches ideas about the job. It is not medical advice."},"twist":{"k":"meter","name":"Smile score","emo":"š","desc":"Your smile score rises with well-fitted plans and smart calls. High smile score boosts every patientās results; low drags them down.","how":"You have a Smile score meter from 0 to 100. Good-fit years and great obstacle calls raise it. Bad calls and rough years lower it. Above 50, every patient gets a bonus. Below 50, a penalty.","hi":"Itās really paying off!","lo":"Itās slipping. Make smarter calls.","achName":"Smile score master","achDesc":"Have 3 years with 85+ average fit"},"tips":["Patients who canāt handle big swings need šŖ„ Cleanings and prevention and steady options.","Always keep each patientās minimum in šŖ„ Cleanings and prevention.","Keep āØ One big cosmetic makeover at 25% or less.","Bolder patients can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"š¦·","name":"Chair-side call","how":"Each year you make a dental care decision.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"A patient wants whitening but has two untreated cavities. What do you recommend?","opts":["Treat the cavities first, then whiten","Whiten now, ignore the cavities","Pull the teeth","Tell them to stop brushing"],"ok":0,"why":"Healthy teeth come first. Whitening doesnāt fix decay."},{"kind":"mc","q":"A teenās adult tooth was knocked out at practice. What should they do right away?","opts":["Keep the tooth moist, like in milk, and get to a dentist fast","Throw it away","Let it dry in a tissue","Wait a week"],"ok":0,"why":"Quick action with a moist tooth gives the best chance of saving it."},{"kind":"mc","q":"A child is scared and crying in the chair. Whatās best?","opts":["Slow down, explain each step simply, and agree on a stop signal","Hurry to finish","Scold them","Skip the visit forever"],"ok":0,"why":"Explaining and giving some control eases fear."}]},"cast":{"scene":"š„ š š©ŗ š š§Ŗ","boss":["Dr. Rivera","š©š½āāļø","Chief of Medicine"],"buddy":["Sam","š§š»āāļø","your fellow resident"],"rival":["Dr. Park","š§š¼āāļø","the overconfident rival"]},"play":{"k":"schedule","u":"š§āāļø","pot":"āļø","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Bright Smiles Dental","h":[8,17],"m":["š¦· Dental health","š Comfort","ā±ļø Schedule"],"t":[["c","š¬ Tyler, 15","Nervous patient","Heās terrified of the drill and his hands are shaking.",[["Explain each step, agree on a pause signal, and numb well",[4,14,-2],"Giving patients control reduces fear a lot.",2],["Tell him the pain is quick and to try to relax",[0,-14,2],"Fear makes people skip future visits.",0],["Reschedule him until he feels less nervous",[-10,4,2],"Delaying lets the cavity get worse.",0]]],["o","Cleaning visit","Put a checkup in order.",["Review health history","Take X-rays if due","Hygienist cleans teeth","Dentist exams teeth and gums","Talk about home care"],"History first for safety, then cleaning, then the exam with clean teeth.",2],["s","X-ray review","Tap the findings that need treatment.",[["Healthy enamel on upper molars",0],["Dark spot between two back teeth",1],["Bone loss around a lower tooth",1],["Normal wisdom teeth still under the gums, no pain",0],["Infection at the root tip",1]],"Dentists read X-rays to catch cavities, gum disease, and infections early.",0],["q","Good habit or not?","Rapid round",["ā
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Great for many soft tissues.","one":false},{"id":"ct","n":"š CT scans","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Fast and detailed, more radiation.","one":false},{"id":"ai","n":"š¤ One new AI reading tool","risk":5,"base":-1,"beta":1.6,"d":"Could catch more, or mislead.","one":true},{"id":"speed","n":"ā© Speed-read the stack","risk":5,"base":-2,"beta":1.8,"d":"Clear the backlog, miss small things.","one":false}],"must":"review","cases":[{"name":"ER chest pain š","story":"A patient with chest pain needs answers fast.","amt":1500,"hor":"Tonight","rl":2.4,"rh":3.6,"min":18,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Urgent cases need fast, detailed imaging with careful reading."},{"name":"Pregnant patient š¤°","story":"Needs imaging of her belly.","amt":1200,"hor":"This week","rl":1.5,"rh":2.6,"min":25,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Avoid radiation when possible. Ultrasound is often best."},{"name":"Childās broken arm š§","story":"Fell off the monkey bars.","amt":800,"hor":"Today","rl":1.6,"rh":2.7,"min":22,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Kids are more sensitive to radiation. Use the lowest effective dose."},{"name":"Cancer follow-up šļø","story":"Needs regular scans to check treatment.","amt":1600,"hor":"All year","rl":2.2,"rh":3.4,"min":20,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Comparing to past scans is key."},{"name":"Sports injury clinic ā½","story":"Athletes with knee and shoulder injuries.","amt":1100,"hor":"This season","rl":2.6,"rh":3.8,"min":15,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Different scans fit different injuries."},{"name":"Overnight backlog š","story":"Hundreds of scans waiting to be read.","amt":1800,"hor":"Tonight","rl":2.8,"rh":4,"min":15,"maxLoss":20,"tip":"Backlogs tempt speed, but missed findings are costly."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Healthy season","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal season","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Flu surge","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Outbreak wave","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["Fewer people are getting sick this season","New equipment speeds up care"],"normal":["A typical week at work","Patient visits are about normal"],"rough":["Flu cases are climbing fast","Staff shortages slow things down"],"crash":["A fast-spreading illness fills hospitals","Supplies run short across the region"]},"intro":[["The right scan","Each imaging type has strengths. Choosing well saves time and avoids extra radiation."],["Look twice","Comparing with older scans and double-checking catches subtle problems."],["Fit the patient","A child, a pregnant patient, and an ER case each need different choices."]],"ls":[["Radiology basics","What radiologists do","Radiologists are doctors who use medical images to diagnose and sometimes treat disease. They write reports for other doctors.","Radiologists useā¦",["Medical images","Mainly lab results","Mostly physical exams"],0],["Radiology basics","Imaging types","Common types are X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and nuclear medicine. Each shows different things.","Which is an imaging type?",["MRI","ECG","Blood test"],0],["Radiology basics","Radiology reports","After reading a scan, radiologists write a report with findings and conclusions for the patientās doctor.","Radiologists writeā¦",["Reports for other doctors","Prescriptions for patients","Surgical consent forms"],0],["Radiology basics","Radiologic technologists","Technologists position patients and run the machines. Radiologists interpret the images.","Who usually runs the scanner?",["Radiologic technologist","Radiologist","Pharmacist"],0],["Radiology basics","Comparing old images","Comparing new scans with older ones shows what has changed.","Comparing old and new scans showsā¦",["What has changed","How old the scanner is","The cost of each scan"],0],["Radiology basics","Teleradiology","Many scans are read remotely, so a radiologist can read images from hospitals far away.","Teleradiology means reading scansā¦",["Remotely","Only during surgery","Only in the patientās room"],0],["Imaging types","X-rays","X-rays pass through the body. Bones block more, so they show up white. Great for broken bones.","On an X-ray, bones lookā¦",["White","Dark black","Gray like soft tissue"],0],["Imaging types","CT scans","CT combines many X-rays into detailed cross-section images. Itās fast and great in emergencies.","CT scans makeā¦",["Detailed cross-section images","Images of sound echoes","Real-time video of the heart"],0],["Imaging types","MRI","MRI uses strong magnets and radio waves, with no X-ray radiation, to make detailed pictures of soft tissues like the brain and joints.","MRI usesā¦",["Magnets and radio waves","Low-dose X-rays","Sound waves"],0],["Imaging types","MRI safety","MRI magnets are extremely strong. Metal objects and some implants can be dangerous, so patients are screened first.","Before an MRI, patients are screened forā¦",["Metal","Recent meals","Allergies to sunscreen"],0],["Imaging types","Ultrasound","Ultrasound uses sound waves to create images. It has no radiation and is used in pregnancy.","Ultrasound usesā¦",["Sound waves","Low-dose radiation","Strong magnets"],0],["Imaging types","Contrast","Contrast dye can make blood vessels or organs show up better. Some patients have allergies or kidney concerns.","Contrast dye helpsā¦",["Parts show up better","Lower the radiation dose","Make the scan painless"],0],["Radiation safety","Radiation dose","X-rays and CT use radiation. Doses are small but add up, so imaging should be used only when helpful.","Radiation from imaging should be usedā¦",["Only when helpful","At every visit as a routine","Only for adults"],0],["Radiation safety","ALARA","ALARA means As Low As Reasonably Achievable: use the lowest radiation dose that still gives a good image.","ALARA stands forā¦",["As Low As Reasonably Achievable","As Long As Readings Are Accurate","Always Lower All Radiation Automatically"],0],["Radiation safety","Kids and radiation","Children are more sensitive to radiation, so their scans use lower doses or other methods when possible.","Childrenās scans often useā¦",["Lower doses","The same adult doses","Higher doses for clearer images"],0],["Radiation safety","Pregnancy","When possible, imaging during pregnancy uses ultrasound or MRI instead of radiation.","During pregnancy, imaging often usesā¦",["Ultrasound","CT scans","Repeated X-rays"],0],["Radiation safety","Shielding and staff","Staff stand behind shields and wear badges that track radiation exposure.","Radiation badges trackā¦",["Staff exposure","Scanner usage hours","Patient visits"],0],["Reading scans","Search pattern","Radiologists use a consistent search pattern so they check every area of an image, not just the obvious spot.","A search pattern helps radiologistsā¦",["Check every area","Focus on the area of concern only","Read only the newest images"],0],["Reading scans","Satisfaction of search","After finding one problem, itās easy to stop looking. Radiologists keep searching for a second finding.","After finding one problem, radiologists shouldā¦",["Keep looking","Finish the report right away","Report only the first finding"],0],["Reading scans","Incidental findings","Sometimes scans show unexpected findings unrelated to the original question. Radiologists report them responsibly.","An unexpected finding on a scan is calledā¦",["An incidental finding","A false positive","A repeat scan"],0],["Reading scans","Clear reports","Good reports answer the doctorās question clearly and highlight urgent findings.","Good radiology reports areā¦",["Clear and highlight urgent findings","Long and highly technical","Short and vague"],0],["Reading scans","Critical results","Urgent findings, like bleeding in the brain, are called directly to the doctor right away.","Urgent findings should beā¦",["Called to the doctor right away","Added to the next routine report","Left for the patient to find online"],0],["Reading scans","AI tools","AI tools can help flag possible problems, but radiologists check and make the final call.","With AI tools, who makes the final call?",["The radiologist","The software","The ordering clerk"],0],["Treatment","Interventional radiology","Interventional radiologists use imaging to guide tiny tools through blood vessels to treat problems without big surgery.","Interventional radiologists treat problems usingā¦",["Image-guided tiny tools","Large open incisions","Medicines only"],0],["Treatment","Biopsies","Imaging can guide a needle to take a tiny tissue sample (biopsy) to test for disease.","A biopsy takesā¦",["A tiny tissue sample","A blood sample","An MRI image"],0],["Treatment","Choosing wisely","Not every complaint needs a scan. Ordering only useful imaging saves cost and radiation.","Ordering only useful scans savesā¦",["Cost and radiation","Only paperwork","Only scanner wear"],0],["Career path","Becoming a radiologist","Radiologists finish college, medical school, an internship year, and a 4-year radiology residency. Many add a fellowship.","A radiology residency usually lasts aboutā¦",["4 years","2 years","1 year"],0],["Career path","Subspecialties","Radiologists can focus on areas like neuroradiology (brain), musculoskeletal, pediatric, or breast imaging.","Neuroradiology focuses onā¦",["The brain and nervous system","The bones and joints","The heart"],0],["Career path","Pattern recognition","Radiology rewards strong visual pattern recognition and careful focus for long stretches.","A key radiologist skill isā¦",["Visual pattern recognition","Fast typing","Handwriting speed"],0],["Career path","Behind the scenes","Radiologists often work behind the scenes but play a huge role in diagnosis.","Radiologists play a big role inā¦",["Diagnosis","Surgery","Hospital billing"],0],["Advanced imaging","Mammography","Mammograms are low-dose X-rays of the breast used to find cancer early, sometimes before a lump can be felt. Radiologists compare new images with past ones to spot changes.","Mammograms are used toā¦",["Find breast cancer early","Measure bone density","Check heart rhythm"],0],["Advanced imaging","Nuclear medicine","In nuclear medicine, patients receive a tiny amount of radioactive tracer. Special cameras show how organs are working, not just how they look.","Nuclear medicine showsā¦",["How organs are working","Only bone shape","Only skin damage"],0],["Advanced imaging","PET scans","PET scans use a tracer that collects in very active cells, like many cancers. Theyāre often combined with CT to show both activity and location.","PET scans highlightā¦",["Very active cells","Broken bones only","Blood type"],0],["Advanced imaging","Fluoroscopy","Fluoroscopy is real-time X-ray video. It helps guide procedures, like placing a catheter, and shows things like swallowing in motion.","Fluoroscopy showsā¦",["Real-time X-ray video","Sound waves of the heart","Magnetic images"],0],["Advanced imaging","Image windows","On CT, radiologists adjust brightness and contrast settings, called windows, to look at bones, lungs, or soft tissue. The same scan looks very different in each window.","CT windows help radiologistsā¦",["View different tissues more clearly","Lower the radiation dose","Speed up the scan"],0],["Advanced imaging","Pulmonary embolism","A pulmonary embolism is a blood clot in the lungs. A CT scan with contrast is often used to find it. It can be life-threatening and needs fast treatment.","A pulmonary embolism isā¦",["A blood clot in the lungs","A lung infection","A broken rib"],0],["Advanced imaging","Stroke imaging","For a possible stroke, a fast CT scan of the head checks for bleeding. This matters because clot-busting medicine canāt be given if thereās bleeding.","A head CT for stroke first checks forā¦",["Bleeding","A tumor","Skull fractures only"],0],["Advanced imaging","Contrast reactions","Some patients react to contrast dye. Teams ask about allergies and kidney problems before giving it and are ready to treat reactions quickly.","Before contrast dye, teams ask aboutā¦",["Allergies and kidney problems","Favorite foods","Eye color"],0],["Advanced imaging","Image quality","Motion, like breathing or moving, can blur images. Technologists coach patients to hold still and hold their breath when needed.","What commonly blurs scans?",["Patient motion","Room temperature","Bright lights"],0],["Advanced imaging","Peer review","Radiologists sometimes review each otherās reads to catch misses and improve. Learning from discrepancies makes the whole group better.","Peer review in radiology helpsā¦",["Catch misses and improve","Punish radiologists","Replace training"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š Patient privacy","s":"A friend asks you what was wrong with a celebrity you treated today.","c":[["Say you canāt share patient information",8,25,0,2,"Patient privacy laws like HIPAA protect health information."],["Share a few small, harmless details",-12,0,-3,0,"Even small details can break privacy laws and trust."],["Post a vague hint online without the name",-14,0,-4,0,"Hints can still identify a patient. Thatās a serious violation."]]},{"t":"š³ You made a mistake","s":"You realize you made an error in a patientās care yesterday. No harm done yet.","c":[["Tell the team and the patient, and fix it",8,25,0,2,"Being open about errors keeps patients safe and builds trust."],["Fix it quietly, since no harm was done",-6,0,-1,0,"Hiding errors stops the team from learning and can backfire."],["Report that the computer system caused the error",-8,0,-2,0,"Blaming others doesnāt fix anything."]]},{"t":"š“ Double shift","s":"Youāve worked 20 hours straight and a coworker asks you to cover another shift.","c":[["Say no and rest so youāre safe to work",6,20,0,2,"Exhausted clinicians make more mistakes. Rest is part of patient safety."],["Say yes and use coffee to stay sharp",-6,5,-2,0,"Fatigue raises the risk of errors."],["Say yes and move faster with each patient to keep up",-10,0,-3,0,"Rushed care is unsafe care."]]},{"t":"š
Patient says no","s":"An adult patient refuses a treatment you recommend.","c":[["Explain the risks clearly and respect their choice",7,25,0,2,"Adults with decision-making capacity can refuse care. Your job is to inform, not force."],["Keep urging them until they agree, since itās for their health",-8,0,-1,0,"Pressure damages trust and can violate consent rules."],["Give the treatment, since you know itās what they need",-16,0,-5,0,"Treating without consent is a serious ethical and legal violation."]]},{"t":"š Fancy gift","s":"A company that sells medical supplies offers you a free vacation if you use their products.","c":[["Decline and choose products based on evidence",7,25,0,2,"Gifts from sellers can bias care. Many hospitals ban them."],["Accept, since a trip wonāt change your judgment",-8,5,-1,0,"Gifts with strings attached create conflicts of interest."],["Accept and use their products, since theyāre decent anyway",-12,0,-3,0,"Recommending products for rewards puts profit over patients."]]},{"t":"šø Photo for social media","s":"A coworker wants to post a selfie in the ER with patients visible in the background.","c":[["Stop them and explain the privacy rules",7,20,0,2,"Patients in photos can be identified. 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Keep looking."}]},"cast":{"scene":"š„ š š©ŗ š š§Ŗ","boss":["Dr. Rivera","š©š½āāļø","Chief of Medicine"],"buddy":["Sam","š§š»āāļø","your fellow resident"],"rival":["Dr. Park","š§š¼āāļø","the overconfident rival"]},"play":{"k":"recipe","u":"š§āāļø","pot":"āļø","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Regional Imaging Center Ā· Reading Room","h":[8,18],"m":["šÆ Accuracy","ā±ļø Turnaround","š¤ Team"],"t":[["b","Pick the scan","Whatās the best imaging test?",["š©» X-ray","š§ CT","š§² MRI","š Ultrasound"],[["Possible broken arm",0],["Pregnancy check",3],["Head bleed after a car crash",1],["Torn knee ligament",2],["Gallstones",3],["Pneumonia",0]],"Each tool has strengths. 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Patients need gentle handling, removal of wet clothes, and slow, careful rewarming.","Hypothermia patients needā¦",["Gentle handling and rewarming","Rapid cooling","Vigorous exercise"],0],["Advanced field care","Overdose response","Paramedics support breathing and can give naloxone for opioid overdoses. Naloxone can wear off, so patients still need monitoring.","After naloxone, patients still needā¦",["Monitoring","Nothing more","A second dose always"],0],["Advanced field care","Protocols","Paramedics follow written protocols approved by a medical director. Protocols guide treatment and say when to call a doctor for advice.","Paramedic protocols are approved byā¦",["A medical director","The ambulance company owner","Each patient"],0],["Advanced field care","Crew safety","Traffic, violence, and hazards are real dangers. 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No harm done yet.","c":[["Tell the team and the patient, and fix it",8,25,0,2,"Being open about errors keeps patients safe and builds trust."],["Fix it quietly, since no harm was done",-6,0,-1,0,"Hiding errors stops the team from learning and can backfire."],["Report that the computer system caused the error",-8,0,-2,0,"Blaming others doesnāt fix anything."]]},{"t":"š“ Double shift","s":"Youāve worked 20 hours straight and a coworker asks you to cover another shift.","c":[["Say no and rest so youāre safe to work",6,20,0,2,"Exhausted clinicians make more mistakes. Rest is part of patient safety."],["Say yes and use coffee to stay sharp",-6,5,-2,0,"Fatigue raises the risk of errors."],["Say yes and move faster with each patient to keep up",-10,0,-3,0,"Rushed care is unsafe care."]]},{"t":"š
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It is not medical advice."},"twist":{"k":"runway","name":"Crew energy","emo":"ā”","start":12,"burn":3,"desc":"Every year uses up crew energy. Good years and the safe option add months back. If it hits zero, your career ends.","how":"You start with 12 months of crew energy. Each year costs about 3 months. Good results add months back, and keeping more in the safest option helps. Great obstacle calls add a month; bad ones cost two. Hit zero and your career ends.","hi":"Still in good shape.","lo":"That cost you. Watch it.","brokeMsg":"You ran out of crew energy and had to stop.","achName":"Still standing","achDesc":"Reach year 8 without running out"},"tips":["Patients who canāt handle big swings need š¦ŗ Scene safety first and steady options.","Always keep each patientās minimum in š¦ŗ Scene safety first.","Keep š¦ø One risky heroic move at 25% or less.","Bolder patients can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"šØ","name":"Field decision","how":"Each year you make a key call on an emergency scene.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"You arrive at a crash and cars are still speeding past. What do you do first?","opts":["Make the scene safe, like blocking traffic, before going in","Run straight to the patient","Wait in the ambulance all day","Call your friends"],"ok":0,"why":"Scene safety comes first. Injured rescuers canāt help anyone."},{"kind":"mc","q":"A person collapsed and isnāt breathing normally. Whatās the top priority?","opts":["Start CPR and use a defibrillator","Ask for their insurance","Check their phone","Give them water"],"ok":0,"why":"Fast CPR and defibrillation give the best chance of survival."},{"kind":"mc","q":"A patient has severe bleeding from a leg wound. 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Good documentation helps the team and is needed for insurance coverage.","OT documentation is needed forā¦",["Team communication and insurance","Decoration only","Marketing"],0],["Advanced OT practice","Universal design","Universal design creates spaces and products everyone can use, like lever door handles and step-free entrances. OTs often advise on these designs.","Lever door handles are an example ofā¦",["Universal design","A splint","A sensory tool"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š Patient privacy","s":"A friend asks you what was wrong with a celebrity you treated today.","c":[["Say you canāt share patient information",8,25,0,2,"Patient privacy laws like HIPAA protect health information."],["Share a few small, harmless details",-12,0,-3,0,"Even small details can break privacy laws and trust."],["Post a vague hint online without the name",-14,0,-4,0,"Hints can still identify a patient. Thatās a serious violation."]]},{"t":"š³ You made a mistake","s":"You realize you made an error in a patientās care yesterday. No harm done yet.","c":[["Tell the team and the patient, and fix it",8,25,0,2,"Being open about errors keeps patients safe and builds trust."],["Fix it quietly, since no harm was done",-6,0,-1,0,"Hiding errors stops the team from learning and can backfire."],["Report that the computer system caused the error",-8,0,-2,0,"Blaming others doesnāt fix anything."]]},{"t":"š“ Double shift","s":"Youāve worked 20 hours straight and a coworker asks you to cover another shift.","c":[["Say no and rest so youāre safe to work",6,20,0,2,"Exhausted clinicians make more mistakes. Rest is part of patient safety."],["Say yes and use coffee to stay sharp",-6,5,-2,0,"Fatigue raises the risk of errors."],["Say yes and move faster with each patient to keep up",-10,0,-3,0,"Rushed care is unsafe care."]]},{"t":"š
Patient says no","s":"An adult patient refuses a treatment you recommend.","c":[["Explain the risks clearly and respect their choice",7,25,0,2,"Adults with decision-making capacity can refuse care. Your job is to inform, not force."],["Keep urging them until they agree, since itās for their health",-8,0,-1,0,"Pressure damages trust and can violate consent rules."],["Give the treatment, since you know itās what they need",-16,0,-5,0,"Treating without consent is a serious ethical and legal violation."]]},{"t":"š Fancy gift","s":"A company that sells medical supplies offers you a free vacation if you use their products.","c":[["Decline and choose products based on evidence",7,25,0,2,"Gifts from sellers can bias care. Many hospitals ban them."],["Accept, since a trip wonāt change your judgment",-8,5,-1,0,"Gifts with strings attached create conflicts of interest."],["Accept and use their products, since theyāre decent anyway",-12,0,-3,0,"Recommending products for rewards puts profit over patients."]]},{"t":"šø Photo for social media","s":"A coworker wants to post a selfie in the ER with patients visible in the background.","c":[["Stop them and explain the privacy rules",7,20,0,2,"Patients in photos can be identified. 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It is not medical advice."},"twist":{"k":"streak","name":"Independence streak","emo":"š”","desc":"String together strong years (good fit, no big losses) to build a streak. Each level boosts XP and results.","how":"A strong year means 70+ average fit, positive results, and no patient with a big loss. Each strong year in a row adds to your Independence streak, up to 4. It multiplies XP by up to Ć2 and adds up to +2.4% to results. One weak year resets it.","hi":"Youāre on a roll!","lo":"Streak broken. Build it back up.","achName":"Independence streak keeper","achDesc":"Reach a 3-year streak"},"tips":["Patients who canāt handle big swings need šÆ Patient-chosen goals and steady options.","Always keep each patientās minimum in šÆ Patient-chosen goals.","Keep š§Ŗ One new therapy gadget at 25% or less.","Bolder patients can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"š§©","name":"Therapy call","how":"Each year you make a key OT decision.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"A stroke patient wants to cook again. Whatās a good first step?","opts":["Break cooking into small steps and practice safely","Hand them a recipe and leave","Say itās impossible","Only do arm exercises"],"ok":0,"why":"Task analysis makes big goals achievable."},{"kind":"mc","q":"An older adult keeps tripping at home. What helps?","opts":["Add lighting, grab bars, and remove trip hazards","More rugs","Nothing","Dim the lights"],"ok":0,"why":"Home changes prevent falls."},{"kind":"mc","q":"Who should help choose therapy goals?","opts":["The patient","Only the therapist","Nobody","The insurance company only"],"ok":0,"why":"Client-centered goals motivate patients."}]},"cast":{"scene":"š„ š š©ŗ š š§Ŗ","boss":["Dr. Rivera","š©š½āāļø","Chief of Medicine"],"buddy":["Sam","š§š»āāļø","your fellow resident"],"rival":["Dr. Park","š§š¼āāļø","the overconfident rival"]},"play":{"k":"schedule","u":"š§āāļø","pot":"āļø","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Hope Rehab Center","h":[8,17],"m":["š§© Independence","š Motivation","ā ļø Safety"],"t":[["c","šØ Mr. Ruiz, after a stroke","Getting dressed","Heās frustrated he canāt button his shirt with his weak hand.",[["Teach a one-handed method with a button hook and practice together",[14,8,2],"OTs adapt tasks so people regain independence.",2],["Button the shirt for him so he doesnāt get frustrated",[-10,-4,0],"Doing it for him builds dependence.",0],["Suggest he wear pullover shirts so buttons arenāt a problem",[-4,-8,0],"An option, but not his goal.",1]]],["b","Home safety","Hazard or helpful?",["ā ļø Hazard","ā
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Each fits different spans and sites.","A suspension bridge hangs the road fromā¦",["Cables","Arches under the deck","Columns at every lane"],0],["Structures","Earthquake design","In earthquake zones, structures are designed to flex and absorb shaking rather than crack.","Earthquake-resistant buildings are designed toā¦",["Flex and absorb shaking","Be as stiff and rigid as possible","Use heavier walls only"],0],["Ground & water","Soil testing","Engineers test soil to see how much weight it can support and how it drains. Weak soil needs special foundations.","Soil tests showā¦",["How much weight the ground can support","How long concrete takes to cure","The best paint for steel"],0],["Ground & water","Foundations","Foundations spread a structureās weight into the ground. Deep piles reach stronger soil or rock.","Deep piles reachā¦",["Stronger soil or rock","The topsoil layer only","Shallow sand near the surface"],0],["Ground & water","Drainage","Good drainage keeps water from damaging roads and buildings. Poor drainage causes potholes and flooding.","Poor drainage can causeā¦",["Potholes and flooding","Stronger pavement","Lower water tables"],0],["Ground & water","Clean water systems","Water systems treat water, store it, and pipe it to homes. Leaky old pipes waste water and can be unsafe.","Leaky old pipes canā¦",["Waste water","Raise water pressure","Lower water bills"],0],["Ground & water","Stormwater","Stormwater systems handle rain runoff. Green options like rain gardens let water soak in naturally.","Rain gardens helpā¦",["Water soak into the ground","Water flow faster into streets","Store water above ground permanently"],0],["Ground & water","Climate resilience","Engineers now design for stronger storms, heat, and rising seas so infrastructure lasts.","Climate-resilient design prepares forā¦",["Stronger storms and heat","Mild weather only","Fewer floods each year"],0],["Transportation","Traffic flow","Transportation engineers study how traffic moves and design intersections, signals, and lanes to keep it safe and smooth.","Transportation engineers designā¦",["Intersections and signals","Water treatment plants","Power plant turbines"],0],["Transportation","Road safety","Features like guardrails, clear signs, crosswalks, and lighting reduce crashes.","Which improves road safety?",["Crosswalks and lighting","Wider lanes with higher speed limits","Removing street signs to reduce clutter"],0],["Transportation","Public transit","Buses, trains, and subways move many people efficiently and reduce traffic.","Public transit canā¦",["Reduce traffic","Raise traffic on every road","Make roads wider automatically"],0],["Transportation","Bike and walk","Protected bike lanes and wide sidewalks make streets safer for everyone.","Protected bike lanes make streetsā¦",["Safer","Slower for emergency vehicles","Busier for trucks"],0],["Projects","Budgets and bids","Public projects often go out for bids. The cheapest bid isnāt always the best value.","The cheapest bid isā¦",["Not always the best value","Required to win by law in every case","Never allowed for public projects"],0],["Projects","Inspections","Inspectors check work at key stages to make sure it matches the plans and codes.","Inspections check that workā¦",["Matches plans and codes","Was done by licensed workers only","Finished ahead of schedule"],0],["Projects","Maintenance","Infrastructure needs regular maintenance. Skipping it leads to bigger, costlier failures later.","Skipping maintenance leads toā¦",["Bigger failures later","Lower long-term costs","Fewer repairs over time"],0],["Projects","Learning from failures","Engineers study failures, like bridge collapses, to improve codes and designs.","Engineers study failures toā¦",["Improve future designs","Settle insurance claims only","Speed up construction only"],0],["Career path","Becoming a civil engineer","Civil engineers usually earn a bachelorās degree in civil engineering.","Civil engineers usually need aā¦",["Bachelorās degree in engineering","Associate degree in construction","Certificate in surveying"],0],["Career path","Professional Engineer license","In the US, engineers can earn a PE license after passing exams and gaining experience. It lets them sign off on designs.","A PE license lets engineersā¦",["Sign off on designs","Skip safety inspections","Work in any country without review"],0],["Career path","Software tools","Civil engineers use tools like CAD software to draw designs and analysis software to check structures.","CAD software is used toā¦",["Draw designs","Calculate payroll","Track weather"],0],["Career path","Getting started","Math and physics classes, building challenges, and science fairs are great ways to start.","A good way to start isā¦",["Math, physics, and building challenges","History and literature only","Avoiding math until college"],0],["Advanced civil engineering","Concrete curing","Concrete gets stronger as it cures, a chemical process that needs moisture and time. Engineers often test strength at 28 days. Letting concrete dry too fast can weaken it.","Concrete strength is commonly tested atā¦",["28 days","1 hour","1 year"],0],["Advanced civil engineering","Steel structures","Steel is strong in both tension and compression, which makes it great for tall buildings and long spans. It must be protected from rust and fire.","Steel structures must be protected fromā¦",["Rust and fire","Sunlight only","Cold air"],0],["Advanced civil engineering","Surveying","Surveyors measure land, elevations, and boundaries. Engineers use survey data to place roads and buildings correctly. Modern surveys use GPS and laser tools.","Surveying measuresā¦",["Land, elevation, and boundaries","Traffic speeds","Soil chemistry"],0],["Advanced civil engineering","Retaining walls","Retaining walls hold back soil on slopes. They must resist the soilās push and drain water, since trapped water adds a lot of pressure.","Why do retaining walls need drainage?",["Trapped water adds pressure","To water nearby plants","To make the wall lighter"],0],["Advanced civil engineering","Tunnels","Tunnel engineers study the rock and soil along the route. Tunnel boring machines dig and line the tunnel as they move forward.","Tunnel boring machinesā¦",["Dig and line the tunnel","Pave road surfaces","Build bridges"],0],["Advanced civil engineering","Levees and dams","Levees and dams hold back water to protect towns and store water. They need regular inspection, because a failure can cause massive flooding.","Why are dams inspected regularly?",["A failure can cause major flooding","To check water taste","To count fish"],0],["Advanced civil engineering","Pavement design","Pavement layers spread the weight of vehicles to the soil below. Heavy trucks cause far more wear than cars, so engineers design for truck traffic.","Which causes the most pavement wear?",["Heavy trucks","Bicycles","Motorcycles"],0],["Advanced civil engineering","Building codes","Building codes set minimum safety standards for structures. They are updated as engineers learn from earthquakes, storms, and failures.","Building codes are updated afterā¦",["Engineers learn from failures and disasters","Every new election","Prices change"],0],["Advanced civil engineering","Construction scheduling","Projects use schedules showing which tasks depend on others. The longest chain of dependent tasks, called the critical path, sets the finish date.","The critical path isā¦",["The longest chain of dependent tasks","The shortest road to the site","The cheapest task"],0],["Advanced civil engineering","Resilient infrastructure","Resilient infrastructure can handle and quickly recover from floods, heat, and earthquakes. Examples include raised roads, backup power, and stronger bridges.","Resilient infrastructure canā¦",["Recover quickly after disasters","Never be damaged","Avoid all maintenance"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š§Ŗ Skip the test?","s":"A deadline is tomorrow and your manager wants to skip the final safety test.","c":[["Run the test, even if it means a short delay",8,25,0,2,"Engineers have a duty to protect public safety."],["Skip it this once, since earlier tests passed",-10,0,-3,0,"Untested designs can fail in dangerous ways."],["Fill in the results from last monthās similar test",-16,0,-5,0,"Falsifying data is unethical and can be illegal."]]},{"t":"ā ļø Unsafe change","s":"A client wants a cheaper material that doesnāt meet the safety code.","c":[["Explain the risk and offer safe ways to save money",7,25,0,2,"You can save money without breaking safety codes."],["Use it, since the client is paying and accepts the risk",-12,0,-4,0,"Breaking code puts lives at risk and your license on the line."],["Use it and leave it out of the paperwork",-14,0,-4,0,"Hiding it makes it worse."]]},{"t":"š Whose idea?","s":"Your teammateās idea saved the project. Your boss thinks it was yours.","c":[["Give your teammate credit",7,20,0,2,"Credit where itās due builds a strong team."],["Accept the praise and thank your teammate privately",-4,0,0,0,"Taking silent credit erodes trust."],["Take the credit, since you presented it to the boss",-8,5,0,0,"Your teammate and others will notice."]]},{"t":"š You found a flaw","s":"You discover a flaw in a design thatās already being built.","c":[["Report it right away and help fix it",8,25,0,2,"Early reports prevent accidents and bigger costs."],["Let it go, since itās probably within the safety margin",-10,0,-3,0,"Ignored flaws can become disasters."],["Quietly fix it yourself without telling anyone",-4,0,-1,1,"Fixing is good, but the team and client need to know."]]},{"t":"š Copy a competitor?","s":"Someone offers you a rival companyās secret design files.","c":[["Refuse and report it",8,25,0,2,"Using stolen designs breaks the law and ethics rules."],["Look through them once to understand the market",-10,0,-2,0,"Even looking can create legal trouble."],["Use parts of their design, since itās already proven",-15,0,-4,0,"Thatās theft of intellectual property."]]},{"t":"š± Greener option","s":"A cleaner design option costs a bit more but cuts pollution a lot.","c":[["Show the client the long-term savings and benefits",6,20,1,2,"Sustainable choices often pay off and are increasingly expected."],["Skip it, since the budget comes first",-2,5,0,1,"Short-term thinking can cost more later."],["Market the project as green without changing the design",-10,0,-3,0,"False green claims are misleading."]]},{"t":"ā° Impossible deadline","s":"A client wants the project in half the time.","c":[["Explain whatās realistic and what could be cut safely",7,20,0,2,"Clear trade-offs lead to better decisions."],["Agree to it and figure out the details later",-7,0,-3,0,"Overpromising leads to rushed, risky work."],["Agree and schedule the team on weekends for months",-6,0,-2,0,"Burned-out teams make mistakes."]]},{"t":"š§āš New intern","s":"An intern joins your team and keeps asking questions.","c":[["Mentor them and give real tasks with review",6,20,1,2,"Mentoring builds the next generation of engineers."],["Ask them to save questions for the end of the week",-4,0,0,0,"A missed chance to grow the team."],["Give them a big task on their own to learn fast",-7,0,-2,0,"Unchecked work can introduce errors."]]}],"rk":[["Engineering Intern","County Public Works","šļø",2,2],["Junior Engineer","County Public Works","šļø",3,3],["Project Engineer","Bridgeway Design","š",4,3],["Senior Engineer","Bridgeway Design","š",5,4],["Principal Engineer","Metro Infrastructure Group","ā",6,5],["Chief Engineer","National Infrastructure Co.","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Tinkerer","š© Junior Engineer","š Engineer","š Senior Engineer","š Principal Engineer","š Engineering Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Designing a giant bridge","s","Planning a cityās traffic","t"],["Pick a vibe","Out on a construction site","s","Studying rivers and rainfall","w"],["What fits you?","Physics and forces","s","Maps and patterns","t"],["Which do you enjoy?","Helping communities get clean water","w","Making streets safer","t"]],"r":{"s":["Structural engineer","You love forces and building big. 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Penalty applied.","achName":"Inspection-proof","achDesc":"Pass 3 surprise code inspections"},"tips":["Projects who canāt handle big swings need š Meet safety codes and steady options.","Always keep each projectās minimum in š Meet safety codes.","Keep š§¬ One new experimental material at 25% or less.","Bolder projects can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"š","name":"Safety factor","gen":"safety_factor","how":"Each year you work out how strong a structure must be, using a safety factor."},"cast":{"scene":"šļø āļø š š© š","boss":["Ms. Lindqvist","š·š¼āāļø","Chief Engineer"],"buddy":["Raj","šØš½āš§","your lab partner"],"rival":["Tess","š©š»āš¬","the rival engineer"]},"play":{"k":"tower","u":"š·","pot":"š§Ŗ","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Metro Infrastructure Group","h":[7,17],"m":["š¦ŗ Public safety","š
Schedule","šµ Budget"],"t":[["c","š Bridge inspection","Crack found","Inspectors found a new crack in a steel beam on a busy bridge.",[["Restrict heavy trucks now, inspect closely, and plan a repair",[14,-4,-4],"Public safety comes first. Restrict loads until you know itās safe.",2],["Schedule a full inspection at next yearās regular review",[-20,4,4],"Cracks can grow fast under traffic.",0],["Close the bridge permanently and plan a replacement",[6,-14,-10],"An overreaction before you even assess it.",1]]],["n","Concrete order","A slab is 10 m long, 5 m wide, and 0.2 m thick. How many cubic meters of concrete?",10,0,"mĀ³","10 Ć 5 Ć 0.2 = 10 mĀ³. Engineers usually order a little extra for waste.",2],["o","Building a road","Order the project steps.",["Survey the land","Design the road","Get permits and approvals","Grade and prepare the ground","Pave","Inspect and open"],"Design and permits come before any digging.",1],["s","Plan review","Tap the problems in this design.",[["Storm drains at low points",0],["Sidewalk 2 feet wide (too narrow for wheelchairs)",1],["No guardrail on a steep drop",1],["Crosswalk near the school",0],["Beam sized for half the expected load",1]],"Engineers check accessibility, safety barriers, and loads.",0],["b","Material choice","Best material for the job?",["š§± Concrete","š© Steel","šŖµ Wood"],[["Foundation of a building",0],["Long bridge span",1],["Small house framing",2],["Skyscraper frame",1],["Sidewalk",0]],"Each material has strengths: concrete in compression, steel in tension and long spans, wood for light framing.",0],["c","šļø Contractor","Cheaper rebar","The contractor wants to use thinner steel bars to save money.",[["Check the calculations; only approve if it still meets the safety codes",[10,0,4],"Engineers sign off on safety. Codes arenāt optional.",2],["Approve the change, since the contractor has built many bridges",[-18,2,8],"Weaker structures can fail.",0],["Reject the change, since the original design is always safest",[2,-4,-2],"Check first; it might be fine.",1]]],["q","Safe on site?","Rapid round",["ā
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Test thoroughly."},{"name":"E-bike startup š²","story":"Wants a lighter, longer-range bike.","amt":400000,"hor":"9 months","rl":2.8,"rh":4,"min":12,"maxLoss":22,"tip":"Startups can push innovation, but test the battery and frame."},{"name":"HVAC company āļø","story":"Needs a more efficient air conditioner.","amt":600000,"hor":"1 year","rl":2.2,"rh":3.4,"min":15,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Efficiency gains come from careful design and testing."},{"name":"Toy company š§ø","story":"A new mechanical toy for kids.","amt":300000,"hor":"6 months","rl":1.8,"rh":3,"min":22,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Kidsā products need strict safety testing."},{"name":"Race car team šļø","story":"Wants every ounce of speed.","amt":800000,"hor":"Race season","rl":3.2,"rh":4.6,"min":10,"maxLoss":30,"tip":"Racing rewards bold designs, but failures are costly."},{"name":"Factory robot arm š¦¾","story":"A manufacturer needs a faster robot arm.","amt":700000,"hor":"1 year","rl":2.4,"rh":3.6,"min":15,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Industrial machines need speed and reliability."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Smooth build","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal year","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Supply delays","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Major setback","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["New materials arrive early and under budget","The team is fully staffed and focused"],"normal":["Projects moving at a normal pace","Suppliers deliver on schedule"],"rough":["Key parts are back-ordered for weeks","Rising material costs squeeze budgets"],"crash":["A major supplier goes out of business","Extreme weather shuts down work for weeks"]},"intro":[["Test before you trust","Prototypes reveal problems that drawings canāt."],["Simple is strong","Fewer moving parts usually means fewer things to break."],["Fit the product","A hospital bed and a race car need very different risk levels."]],"ls":[["Mechanical basics","What mechanical engineers do","Mechanical engineers design, build, and test machines and devices, from engines and robots to air conditioners and medical devices.","Mechanical engineers designā¦",["Machines and devices","Legal contracts for products","Computer software only"],0],["Mechanical basics","The design process","The engineering design process: define the problem, brainstorm, design, build a prototype, test, and improve.","After testing a prototype, engineersā¦",["Improve the design","Ship it immediately","Throw out the whole idea"],0],["Mechanical basics","Prototypes","A prototype is an early model built to test ideas. Finding problems early is cheaper.","A prototype isā¦",["An early test model","A finished, approved product","A marketing drawing"],0],["Mechanical basics","CAD","Computer-aided design (CAD) lets engineers model parts in 3D and test fit before building.","CAD lets engineersā¦",["Model parts in 3D","Calculate company taxes","Write sales reports"],0],["Mechanical basics","3D printing","3D printing builds parts layer by layer. Itās great for fast prototypes.","3D printing is great forā¦",["Fast prototypes","Mass-producing millions of parts","Pouring concrete"],0],["Mechanical basics","Tolerances","Tolerance is how much a partās size can vary and still work. Tight tolerances cost more.","Tolerance isā¦",["How much a partās size can vary","How much weight a part can hold","A partās paint thickness"],0],["Physics","Force","A force is a push or pull. Engineers calculate forces to make sure parts donāt break.","A force isā¦",["A push or pull","A form of energy storage","A type of material"],0],["Physics","Newtonās laws","Newtonās laws describe motion. The second law: force equals mass times acceleration (F = ma).","F = ma means force equalsā¦",["Mass Ć acceleration","Mass Ć velocity","Speed Ć distance"],0],["Physics","Friction","Friction resists motion between surfaces. Itās useful for brakes but wastes energy in engines.","Friction is useful forā¦",["Brakes","Reducing engine wear","Making gears spin freely"],0],["Physics","Torque","Torque is a twisting force. A longer wrench gives more torque with the same effort.","A longer wrench givesā¦",["More torque","Less torque","The same torque"],0],["Physics","Gears","Gears change speed and force. A small gear driving a big gear turns it slower but with more force.","A small gear driving a big gear makes it turnā¦",["Slower with more force","Faster with less force","At the same speed"],0],["Physics","Energy and efficiency","Machines turn energy from one form to another. Efficiency is how much becomes useful work; the rest is often heat.","Wasted energy in machines often becomesā¦",["Heat","Extra motion","Stored fuel"],0],["Materials","Choosing materials","Engineers choose materials for strength, weight, cost, and how they handle heat and wear.","Materials are chosen forā¦",["Strength, weight, and cost","Only how they look","Only availability in stores"],0],["Materials","Metals","Steel is strong and cheap. Aluminum is lighter. Titanium is strong and light but expensive.","Which metal is lighter than steel?",["Aluminum","Copper","Lead"],0],["Materials","Plastics and composites","Plastics are light and cheap. Composites like carbon fiber are very strong and light.","Carbon fiber isā¦",["Strong and light","Strong but very heavy","Weak but very light"],0],["Materials","Fatigue","Repeated loading can crack a part over time, even below its breaking load. Thatās fatigue.","Fatigue is damage fromā¦",["Repeated loading","A single impact","Rust from moisture"],0],["Materials","Corrosion","Corrosion, like rust, weakens metal. Coatings and material choices prevent it.","Rust is a type ofā¦",["Corrosion","Fatigue","Wear"],0],["Thermal & fluids","Heat transfer","Heat moves by conduction (touch), convection (fluids), and radiation (waves).","Heat moving through a metal spoon isā¦",["Conduction","Convection","Radiation"],0],["Thermal & fluids","Cooling systems","Engines and electronics need cooling, using fans, liquids, and heat sinks.","Heat sinks helpā¦",["Cool devices","Store electricity","Add weight for stability"],0],["Thermal & fluids","HVAC","HVAC means heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. Mechanical engineers design these systems for buildings.","HVAC stands forā¦",["Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning","Heat, vacuum, and air compression","High-voltage air cooling"],0],["Thermal & fluids","Fluid flow","Pumps, pipes, and valves move liquids and gases. Engineers design them to avoid leaks and pressure problems.","Pumps are used toā¦",["Move fluids","Measure temperature","Generate electricity directly"],0],["Testing & safety","Testing to failure","Some tests push parts until they break to learn their real limits.","Testing to failure showsā¦",["A partās real limits","Its average daily use","Its paint quality"],0],["Testing & safety","Safety factors","Designs include safety factors so parts can handle more than the expected load.","Safety factors let parts handleā¦",["More than the expected load","Exactly the expected load","Half the expected load"],0],["Testing & safety","Recalls","If a product has a safety defect, companies may recall it. Testing helps prevent recalls.","Good testing helps preventā¦",["Recalls","Patent filings","Price increases"],0],["Testing & safety","Failure analysis","When parts break, engineers investigate why to prevent it from happening again.","Failure analysis findsā¦",["Why parts broke","How much parts cost","Who should be promoted"],0],["Testing & safety","Simple designs","Fewer parts usually mean fewer failures and lower cost.","Fewer parts usually meansā¦",["Fewer failures","Higher weight","More assembly steps"],0],["Career path","Becoming a mechanical engineer","Mechanical engineers usually earn a bachelorās degree in mechanical engineering.","Mechanical engineers usually need aā¦",["Bachelorās degree","Associate degree in drafting","Medical degree"],0],["Career path","Industries","Mechanical engineers work in cars, aerospace, energy, robotics, medical devices, and consumer products.","Mechanical engineers work inā¦",["Cars and robotics","Only power plants","Only banks and offices"],0],["Career path","Hands-on learning","Robotics clubs, building kits, and fixing things are great ways to start.","A good way to start isā¦",["Robotics clubs","Reading about engineers only","Avoiding hands-on projects"],0],["Career path","Teamwork","Products are built by teams of engineers, designers, and manufacturers.","Products are built byā¦",["Teams","Single inventors working alone","Computers with no people"],0],["Advanced mechanical design","Stress and strain","Stress is force spread over an area. 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Even tiny pieces move fast enough to damage spacecraft, so engineers track them and plan around them.","Space debris is dangerous because itā¦",["Moves very fast","Is radioactive","Blocks sunlight"],0],["Advanced aerospace","Sustainable aviation","Engineers are working on more efficient engines, lighter aircraft, sustainable fuels, and electric planes for short trips to cut aviation emissions.","Which helps reduce aviation emissions?",["More efficient engines","Heavier aircraft","Longer routes"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š§Ŗ Skip the test?","s":"A deadline is tomorrow and your manager wants to skip the final safety test.","c":[["Run the test, even if it means a short delay",8,25,0,2,"Engineers have a duty to protect public safety."],["Skip it this once, since earlier tests passed",-10,0,-3,0,"Untested designs can fail in dangerous ways."],["Fill in the results from last monthās similar test",-16,0,-5,0,"Falsifying data is unethical and can be illegal."]]},{"t":"ā ļø Unsafe change","s":"A client wants a cheaper material that doesnāt meet the safety code.","c":[["Explain the risk and offer safe ways to save money",7,25,0,2,"You can save money without breaking safety codes."],["Use it, since the client is paying and accepts the risk",-12,0,-4,0,"Breaking code puts lives at risk and your license on the line."],["Use it and leave it out of the paperwork",-14,0,-4,0,"Hiding it makes it worse."]]},{"t":"š Whose idea?","s":"Your teammateās idea saved the project. Your boss thinks it was yours.","c":[["Give your teammate credit",7,20,0,2,"Credit where itās due builds a strong team."],["Accept the praise and thank your teammate privately",-4,0,0,0,"Taking silent credit erodes trust."],["Take the credit, since you presented it to the boss",-8,5,0,0,"Your teammate and others will notice."]]},{"t":"š You found a flaw","s":"You discover a flaw in a design thatās already being built.","c":[["Report it right away and help fix it",8,25,0,2,"Early reports prevent accidents and bigger costs."],["Let it go, since itās probably within the safety margin",-10,0,-3,0,"Ignored flaws can become disasters."],["Quietly fix it yourself without telling anyone",-4,0,-1,1,"Fixing is good, but the team and client need to know."]]},{"t":"š Copy a competitor?","s":"Someone offers you a rival companyās secret design files.","c":[["Refuse and report it",8,25,0,2,"Using stolen designs breaks the law and ethics rules."],["Look through them once to understand the market",-10,0,-2,0,"Even looking can create legal trouble."],["Use parts of their design, since itās already proven",-15,0,-4,0,"Thatās theft of intellectual property."]]},{"t":"š± Greener option","s":"A cleaner design option costs a bit more but cuts pollution a lot.","c":[["Show the client the long-term savings and benefits",6,20,1,2,"Sustainable choices often pay off and are increasingly expected."],["Skip it, since the budget comes first",-2,5,0,1,"Short-term thinking can cost more later."],["Market the project as green without changing the design",-10,0,-3,0,"False green claims are misleading."]]},{"t":"ā° Impossible deadline","s":"A client wants the project in half the time.","c":[["Explain whatās realistic and what could be cut safely",7,20,0,2,"Clear trade-offs lead to better decisions."],["Agree to it and figure out the details later",-7,0,-3,0,"Overpromising leads to rushed, risky work."],["Agree and schedule the team on weekends for months",-6,0,-2,0,"Burned-out teams make mistakes."]]},{"t":"š§āš New intern","s":"An intern joins your team and keeps asking questions.","c":[["Mentor them and give real tasks with review",6,20,1,2,"Mentoring builds the next generation of engineers."],["Ask them to save questions for the end of the week",-4,0,0,0,"A missed chance to grow the team."],["Give them a big task on their own to learn fast",-7,0,-2,0,"Unchecked work can introduce errors."]]}],"rk":[["Engineering Intern","Skyline Aviation","āļø",2,2],["Junior Engineer","Skyline Aviation","āļø",3,3],["Aerospace Engineer","Orbit Dynamics","š°ļø",4,3],["Senior Engineer","Orbit Dynamics","š°ļø",5,4],["Chief Engineer","Stellar Launch","ā",6,5],["Mission Director","Global Space Agency","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Tinkerer","š© Junior Engineer","š Engineer","š Senior Engineer","š Principal Engineer","š Engineering Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Designing passenger jets","a","Launching rockets","s"],["Pick a vibe","Airport hangar","a","Mission control","s"],["What fits you?","Flying small drones","d","Planning missions to Mars","s"],["Which do you enjoy?","Fast-moving startups","d","Big, careful projects","a"]],"r":{"a":["Aircraft engineer","You love planes. 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Some medical wearables alert doctors.","Medical wearables canā¦",["Alert doctors","Replace doctor visits","Prescribe medicine on their own"],0],["Devices","Implants","Implants like artificial hips and knees replace damaged joints.","Artificial hips replaceā¦",["Damaged joints","Damaged muscles","Damaged cartilage only"],0],["Devices","Assistive tech","Assistive technology, like wheelchairs and hearing aids, helps people with disabilities.","Hearing aids areā¦",["Assistive technology","Diagnostic imaging","Surgical instruments"],0],["Testing & safety","Testing devices","Devices are tested in labs, then carefully in people, to show theyāre safe and work.","Devices are tested to show theyāreā¦",["Safe and effective","Ready for advertising","Cheaper than competitors"],0],["Testing & safety","Clinical trials","Clinical trials test devices or treatments in volunteers under strict rules.","Clinical trials useā¦",["Volunteers under strict rules","Computer models only","Only lab animals"],0],["Testing & safety","FDA approval","In the US, the FDA reviews many medical devices before they can be sold.","In the US, many devices are reviewed by theā¦",["FDA","CDC","FTC"],0],["Testing & safety","Sterilization","Devices used in the body must be sterilized to remove germs.","Sterilization removesā¦",["Germs","Moisture","Rough edges"],0],["Testing & safety","Failure modes","Engineers ask how a device could fail and design protections, like alarms.","Engineers plan forā¦",["How devices could fail","The cheapest materials","Only the product launch date"],0],["Testing & safety","Cybersecurity","Connected medical devices must be protected from hackers.","Connected devices needā¦",["Cybersecurity","Bigger batteries","Brighter screens"],0],["Biology","The body as a system","The body has systems, like circulatory and nervous systems, that devices must work with.","The heart is part of theā¦",["Circulatory system","Respiratory system","Nervous system"],0],["Biology","Nerve signals","Nerves send electrical signals. 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Good planning includes retraining workers.","When robots change jobs, it helps toā¦",["Retrain workers","Replace workers without notice","Ban robots from workplaces"],0],["Ethics","Privacy","Robots with cameras must respect peopleās privacy.","Robots with cameras must respectā¦",["Privacy","Battery limits","Speed limits"],0],["Ethics","Responsibility","People, not robots, are responsible for how robots are designed and used.","Who is responsible for robots?",["The people who design and use them","The robot itself","The customer who buys them only"],0],["Ethics","Accessibility","Robots can help people with disabilities live more independently.","Robots can help peopleā¦",["Live more independently","Spend more time in hospitals","Avoid daily activities"],0],["Career path","Becoming a robotics engineer","Most earn a bachelorās degree in mechanical, electrical, or computer engineering, or a robotics program.","Robotics engineers usually studyā¦",["Engineering or computer science","Business only","Only chemistry"],0],["Career path","Competitions","Robotics competitions like FIRST are a great way to learn and meet mentors.","A great way to learn robotics isā¦",["Robotics competitions","Reading robot news","Only taking online quizzes"],0],["Career path","Skills","Robotics needs coding, math, building, and teamwork.","Robotics needsā¦",["Coding and building","Only writing reports","Only memorizing facts"],0],["Career path","Getting started","Coding kits, Arduino projects, and robotics clubs are great starts.","A great start isā¦",["Arduino projects","Watching robot videos only","Only reading about robots"],0],["Advanced robotics","Kinematics","Kinematics describes how a robotās joints move to place its hand in a certain spot. 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It lets a robot build a map of a new place while keeping track of where it is.","SLAM lets a robotā¦",["Map a place while tracking its location","Lift heavy objects","Talk to people"],0],["Advanced robotics","Grippers","Grippers range from simple two-finger claws to soft grippers that can pick up fragile items like fruit. The task decides the gripper.","Soft grippers are useful forā¦",["Fragile items like fruit","Welding steel","Heavy engine blocks"],0],["Advanced robotics","ROS","ROS, the Robot Operating System, is a popular open-source software framework. It provides tools and libraries so robot developers donāt start from scratch.","ROS isā¦",["A software framework for robots","A type of motor","A robot competition"],0],["Advanced robotics","Surgical robots","Surgical robots let surgeons make small, precise movements through tiny cuts. The surgeon controls every movement from a console.","In surgical robots, movements are controlled byā¦",["The surgeon","The robot alone","The patient"],0],["Advanced robotics","Swarm robotics","Swarm robotics uses many simple robots that work together, like ants. Swarms can cover large areas for tasks such as search and rescue.","Swarm robotics usesā¦",["Many simple robots working together","One giant robot","Only drones with cameras"],0],["Advanced robotics","Human-robot interaction","Robots that work with people must be predictable and easy to understand. Lights, sounds, and clear motions help people know what a robot will do next.","Robots near people should beā¦",["Predictable and easy to understand","As fast as possible","Silent and invisible"],0],["Advanced robotics","Field robotics","Field robots work outdoors in tough places, like farms, mines, oceans, and planets. 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Patience and calm help.","With stressed users, beā¦",["Patient","Quick and brief","Technical and detailed"],0],["Customer service","No jargon","Explain things in plain words, not confusing tech terms.","Good IT explains inā¦",["Plain words","Exact technical terms","Short commands only"],0],["Customer service","Setting expectations","Tell users how long a fix will take and keep them updated.","Good support keeps usersā¦",["Updated","Waiting until itās fixed","Checking the ticket themselves"],0],["Customer service","Teaching","Showing users how to solve small issues saves time later.","Teaching usersā¦",["Saves time later","Means more tickets later","Is only for managers"],0],["Customer service","Privacy","IT staff see private files but must respect privacy.","IT staff shouldā¦",["Respect privacy","Check personal files during repairs","Share passwords with the team"],0],["Career path","Becoming IT support","Many start with certifications like CompTIA A+.","A common IT certification isā¦",["CompTIA A+","Security+ only","Cisco CCIE"],0],["Career path","Moving up","IT support can lead to networking, security, or cloud jobs.","IT support can lead toā¦",["Security and cloud jobs","Only management roles","Only hardware repair"],0],["Career path","Skills","Problem-solving, patience, and communication matter most.","IT support needsā¦",["Patience and problem-solving","Only advanced coding","Only typing speed"],0],["Career path","Getting started","Helping family with tech or building a PC are great first steps.","A great first step isā¦",["Building a PC","Memorizing error codes","Waiting for a job to learn"],0],["Advanced IT support","Remote support","IT staff often fix problems remotely using tools that let them see and control a userās screen with permission. It saves travel time.","Remote support tools should be usedā¦",["With the userās permission","Secretly","Only on weekends"],0],["Advanced IT support","Active Directory","Many companies use Active Directory to manage user accounts, passwords, and access in one place.","Active Directory managesā¦",["User accounts and access","Website design","Printer ink"],0],["Advanced IT support","Device imaging","Imaging installs the same setup of software and settings on many computers. It makes new devices ready quickly and consistently.","Device imaging installsā¦",["The same setup on many computers","Photos on a phone","New hardware parts"],0],["Advanced IT support","Asset management","IT tracks every laptop, phone, and license. Asset records show who has what and when devices need replacing.","Asset management tracksā¦",["Devices and licenses","Employee hobbies","Lunch orders"],0],["Advanced IT support","Service level agreements","An SLA sets how fast IT will respond to and fix different problems. Urgent issues get faster response times.","An SLA setsā¦",["Response and fix times","Employee salaries","Network speed"],0],["Advanced IT support","Knowledge base","A knowledge base stores articles with common fixes. Users can solve simple problems themselves, and new staff learn faster.","A knowledge base helpsā¦",["Users and staff solve common problems","Hide fixes","Replace all IT staff"],0],["Advanced IT support","Printers and peripherals","Printer problems often come from connection settings, drivers, or paper jams. Checking the simple causes first saves time.","Many printer problems come fromā¦",["Drivers or connections","The weather","The keyboard"],0],["Advanced IT support","Mobile device management","Mobile device management lets IT secure company phones, push apps, and wipe a lost device remotely.","With mobile device management, IT canā¦",["Wipe a lost device remotely","Read personal texts freely","Change phone carriers"],0],["Advanced IT support","Onboarding and offboarding","When people join, IT sets up accounts and devices. When they leave, IT removes access right away to protect company data.","When an employee leaves, IT shouldā¦",["Remove their access right away","Keep their account active forever","Share their password"],0],["Advanced IT support","Root cause","If the same problem keeps coming back, IT looks for the root cause instead of applying the same quick fix over and over.","For repeating problems, IT looks forā¦",["The root cause","A faster quick fix","A different user"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š Bug before launch","s":"You find a bug an hour before a big launch. Your manager says ship anyway.","c":[["Explain the risk and suggest a short delay or a fix",8,25,0,2,"Shipping known serious bugs can hurt users and trust."],["Ship it, since you can patch it tomorrow",-8,0,-3,0,"Users usually notice, and fixes get harder after launch."],["Close the bug report so it doesnāt block the launch",-14,0,-4,0,"Hiding problems destroys trust."]]},{"t":"š Password in the code","s":"You see a teammate committed a secret password to a public code repository.","c":[["Tell them right away and rotate the password",8,25,0,2,"Leaked secrets must be changed fast, before attackers find them."],["Leave it, since itās their code",-8,0,-3,0,"One leak can expose the whole company."],["Use it to test other systems quickly",-16,0,-5,0,"Thatās unauthorized access."]]},{"t":"š Not yours to use","s":"You find code or an image online that solves your problem perfectly, but its license doesnāt allow your use.","c":[["Find a properly licensed option or write your own",7,20,0,2,"Respecting licenses keeps your company out of legal trouble."],["Use it, since itās public and saves days of work",-9,0,-3,0,"License violations can cause lawsuits."],["Use it and remove the authorās name",-14,0,-4,0,"Thatās plagiarism on top of a license violation."]]},{"t":"š User data","s":"A coworker wants to peek at a celebrity userās private account data for fun.","c":[["Refuse and remind them about privacy rules",8,25,0,2,"User data is private. 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Programmers write code that makes it all work.","Game designers planā¦",["Rules and levels","Server networks","Marketing budgets"],0],["Game basics","Game engines","Engines like Unity and Unreal provide tools for graphics, physics, and sound.","Unity is aā¦",["Game engine","Game console","Programming language"],0],["Game basics","The game loop","A game loop runs many times per second: read input, update the game, draw the screen.","A game loopā¦",["Reads input, updates, and draws","Saves the game only","Loads every level at once"],0],["Game basics","Frame rate","Frame rate is how many images are shown per second. 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Developers handle lag with tricks like predicting movement so games feel smooth.","Online games handle lag byā¦",["Predicting movement","Ignoring player input","Turning off graphics"],0],["Advanced game development","Procedural generation","Procedural generation uses rules and randomness to create levels, maps, or items automatically, giving players new experiences each time.","Procedural generation creates contentā¦",["Using rules and randomness","By hand only","From player photos"],0],["Advanced game development","Narrative design","Narrative designers write stories, characters, and dialogue, and plan how players make choices. Story and gameplay should support each other.","Narrative designers work onā¦",["Stories and dialogue","Server hardware","Store pricing"],0],["Advanced game development","Sound design","Sound effects and music give feedback and set mood. A satisfying sound when collecting an item makes the action feel rewarding.","Good sound designā¦",["Gives feedback and sets mood","Is optional for all games","Only matters in music games"],0],["Advanced game development","Version control for games","Game teams use version control to manage code and large art files. It prevents team members from overwriting each otherās work.","Version control preventsā¦",["Overwriting each otherās work","Bugs from existing","Players from cheating"],0],["Advanced game development","Game analytics","Analytics show where players quit, get stuck, or spend time. Developers use this data to improve levels and difficulty.","Game analytics showā¦",["Where players quit or get stuck","Playersā home addresses","Only sales numbers"],0],["Advanced game development","Ratings","In the US, the ESRB rates games by age and content. 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This game simplifies all of that into yearly results."},"twist":{"k":"deal","name":"Jury verdict","emo":"š§āāļø","ask":"A big opportunity is up for grabs this year. How do you go for it?","o":[["Safe: lean on your solid record","likely win, small reward",0.75,15,2,2],["Balanced: a strong plan with proof","medium odds, medium reward",0.5,35,5,5],["Bold: promise something huge","long shot, big reward",0.25,70,10,10]],"winMsg":"You won it!","loseMsg":"Someone else got it.","desc":"Each year a big jury verdict comes up. Better fit across your cases raises your odds.","how":"Every year you choose a safe, balanced, or bold approach for a big jury verdict. Bold is less likely to work but pays more XP and boosts one case. Losing costs trust. 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What do you focus on?","opts":["Questioning how reliable the identification is","Agreeing with the witness","Skipping cross-examination","Changing the subject to the weather"],"ok":0,"why":"Poor viewing conditions can make eyewitness IDs unreliable."},{"kind":"mc","q":"Your client is offered a plea deal. Who decides whether to accept it?","opts":["The client, after your honest advice","You, the lawyer","The prosecutor","The jury"],"ok":0,"why":"The decision to plead belongs to the client."}]},"cast":{"scene":"āļø šļø š š šļø","boss":["Judge Harmon","šØšæāāļø","your mentor"],"buddy":["Ava","š©š»āš¼","your paralegal"],"rival":["Mr. Sterling","š¤µš¼","opposing counsel"]},"play":{"k":"cards","u":"š§āš¼","pot":"š§Ŗ","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Public Defenderās Office","h":[8,19],"m":["āļø Clientās case","š Ethics","ā±ļø Caseload"],"t":[["c","š§ Client, 19","āI did it, but get me offā","Your client privately admits he took the phone. 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Accurate notes matter later.","When interviewing witnesses, paralegalsā¦",["Take accurate notes under a lawyerās direction","Give legal advice","Promise outcomes"],0],["Advanced paralegal work","Bluebook citation","Many legal writers use the Bluebook, a citation guide, to format references to cases and laws consistently.","The Bluebook is aā¦",["Legal citation guide","Court ruling","Contract template"],0],["Advanced paralegal work","Notary work","Some paralegals are notaries, who verify identities and witness signatures on documents.","A notary verifiesā¦",["Identities and signatures","Court verdicts","Tax returns"],0],["Advanced paralegal work","Real estate closings","In real estate law, paralegals prepare closing documents and check that titles are clear before a sale.","Before a home sale, paralegals help checkā¦",["That the title is clear","The paint color","The buyerās grades"],0],["Advanced paralegal work","Corporate filings","Paralegals file documents with the state to form companies and keep them in good standing.","Paralegals file documents with the state toā¦",["Form and maintain companies","Change the law","Appoint judges"],0],["Advanced paralegal work","Billing time","Many firms bill clients by time. 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Setting boundaries, asking for help, and celebrating small wins help teachers stay in the profession.","Teachers stay in the profession longer byā¦",["Setting boundaries and asking for help","Working every weekend","Never taking breaks"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š Copied homework","s":"Two students turned in the exact same essay.","c":[["Talk with each student privately to learn what happened",7,25,0,2,"Private conversations find the truth and teach integrity."],["Give both a zero and explain why in front of the class",-6,0,-2,0,"Public shaming hurts trust and learning."],["Let it go this time, since itās their first offense",-5,0,-2,0,"Ignoring cheating teaches the wrong lesson."]]},{"t":"š Worried student","s":"A student seems very sad and stops participating.","c":[["Check in privately and connect them with the right support",8,25,1,2,"Caring adults and the right support help students through hard times."],["Give them space, since itās probably just a phase",-7,0,-2,0,"Struggling students need someone to notice."],["Ask the class to be extra kind to them today",-8,0,-3,0,"That embarrasses the student."]]},{"t":"š Angry email","s":"A parent or student emails you angrily about a grade or decision.","c":[["Set up a calm meeting and explain the grading",7,20,0,2,"Clear, respectful communication builds family trust."],["Raise the grade a little to avoid a bigger conflict",-6,0,-2,0,"Grades should reflect learning, not pressure."],["Let it sit a few days until they calm down",-6,0,-2,0,"Unanswered concerns get worse."]]},{"t":"š§Ŗ New teaching idea","s":"You learn about a hands-on teaching method at a workshop.","c":[["Try it with one lesson and see how students respond",6,20,1,2,"Testing new ideas carefully improves teaching."],["Stick with your current methods, since they work",-2,5,0,0,"Great teachers keep learning."],["Redesign your whole year around the new method",-4,5,-1,1,"Big untested changes can confuse students."]]},{"t":"š Struggling learner","s":"One student is falling far behind in reading.","c":[["Find out why and offer extra support",8,25,1,2,"Early support helps struggling learners catch up."],["Keep the class on pace and hope they catch up",-8,0,-3,0,"Leaving students behind widens gaps."],["Tell them reading just may not be their strength",-12,0,-4,0,"That damages a studentās confidence."]]},{"t":"š Expensive gift","s":"A family gives you a very expensive gift and hints about a better grade.","c":[["Politely decline and keep grading fair",8,25,0,2,"Fairness means grades canāt be bought."],["Accept it and give the student the benefit of the doubt",-16,0,-5,0,"Thatās unfair to every other student."],["Accept it quietly and grade the same as always",-8,0,-2,0,"It creates a conflict of interest."]]},{"t":"š± Phones in class","s":"Phones are distracting students during lessons.","c":[["Set clear, fair rules with studentsā input",6,20,0,2,"Students follow rules better when they help make them."],["Collect phones and read a message aloud as a warning",-12,0,-4,0,"That violates privacy and trust."],["Let it go, since fighting phones takes too much time",-4,0,-1,0,"Learning suffers without clear expectations."]]},{"t":"š„ Burnout","s":"Youāre exhausted after weeks of late nights catching up on work.","c":[["Ask colleagues for ideas and set healthy limits",6,20,1,2,"Sustainable teachers serve students better over time."],["Keep pushing until youāre fully caught up",-5,0,-2,0,"Burnout hurts you and your students."],["Skip written feedback for a while to save time",-8,0,-3,0,"Students need feedback to learn."]]}],"rk":[["Teacherās Aide","Maple Elementary","āļø",2,2],["Student Teacher","Maple Elementary","āļø",3,3],["Classroom Teacher","Sunny Hills Elementary","š",4,3],["Lead Teacher","Sunny Hills Elementary","š",5,4],["Instructional Coach","Riverside District","ā",6,5],["District Teacher of the Year","State Education Dept.","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Helper","š Student Teacher","š Teacher","š Master Teacher","š Instructional Leader","š Education Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Teaching kids to read","r","Running science experiments","s"],["Pick a vibe","Little kids (Kā2)","r","Helping kids who need extra support","h"],["What fits you?","Hands-on discovery","s","One-on-one help","h"],["Which do you enjoy?","Storytime","r","Building volcanoes","s"]],"r":{"r":["Early literacy teacher","You love books. 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Fact-checking and steady options.","Always keep each projectās minimum in ā
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Building good relationships with them can open doors.","Casting directorsā¦",["Find actors for roles","Write scripts","Direct films"],0],["Advanced acting","Stage combat","Stage combat uses trained techniques so fights look real while keeping actors safe. Fights are rehearsed slowly first.","Stage combat is rehearsedā¦",["Slowly first for safety","At full speed right away","Without a plan"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š¼ļø Copy that style?","s":"A client wants you to copy another artistās famous work exactly.","c":[["Offer an original design inspired by the mood instead",8,25,0,2,"Originality respects other artists and protects you legally."],["Copy it exactly, since itās what the client asked for",-12,0,-4,0,"Copying someoneās work can violate copyright."],["Copy it, change a few details, and sign it as yours",-16,0,-5,0,"Thatās plagiarism."]]},{"t":"š Endless revisions","s":"A client keeps asking for āone more small changeā beyond what you agreed.","c":[["Point to the agreement and offer extra revisions at a fair price",7,20,0,2,"Clear agreements protect creative time."],["Keep making changes for free to keep the client happy",-4,0,-1,0,"Youāll burn out and lose money."],["Stop replying, since you already delivered what you agreed to",-8,0,-3,0,"Disappearing damages your reputation."]]},{"t":"š¬ Harsh critique","s":"A respected mentor gives tough feedback on your favorite project.","c":[["Listen, ask questions, and use what helps",7,25,1,2,"Feedback is how creators grow."],["Explain why their feedback doesnāt fit your vision",-5,0,-1,0,"Defensiveness blocks growth."],["Take a long break from creating to recover",-6,0,-2,0,"Every artist hears tough feedback."]]},{"t":"šµ Free stock music","s":"You find music online for your project but arenāt sure you have the rights.","c":[["Use licensed or truly free music",7,20,0,2,"Licensing protects you and respects creators."],["Use it, since it was posted publicly online",-8,0,-3,0,"Projects get taken down for rights issues."],["Use it and list yourself as the composer",-14,0,-4,0,"Thatās stealing credit."]]},{"t":"š¤ AI shortcut","s":"You could use AI tools to generate part of your project.","c":[["Use the tools thoughtfully and be open about how the work was made",6,20,1,2,"Transparency keeps trust with clients and audiences."],["Present the work as fully hand-made, since the result is what matters",-10,0,-3,0,"Misleading clients damages trust."],["Avoid the new tools entirely and keep doing everything by hand",-1,5,0,1,"Not dishonest, but creators adapt as tools change."]]},{"t":"š§āš¤āš§ Shared project","s":"Your collaborator did half the work on a project thatās getting praise.","c":[["Credit them publicly",7,25,0,2,"Credit builds strong creative partnerships."],["Accept the praise and mention them later",-4,0,-1,0,"Silence can feel like taking credit."],["Accept all the praise, since it was your idea",-10,0,-3,0,"Others will notice and remember."]]},{"t":"ā° Deadline crunch","s":"Youāre behind on a big deadline.","c":[["Tell the client early and propose a clear plan",7,20,0,2,"Early communication keeps trust."],["Rush to finish on time, even if itās rough",-5,0,-2,1,"Rushed work hurts your reputation, but at least you delivered."],["Keep working and deliver it when itās done",-10,0,-3,0,"Silence is the worst option."]]},{"t":"š Unpaid āexposureā","s":"A big company offers āexposureā instead of pay for a large project.","c":[["Explain your rates and negotiate fairly",6,20,0,2,"Creative work deserves fair pay."],["Take it for free, since the exposure could lead to paid work",-3,5,-1,0,"Exposure doesnāt pay rent."],["Call out the company online for not paying",-7,0,-2,0,"Public rants can hurt your reputation."]]}],"rk":[["Ensemble Member","Community Playhouse","š",2,2],["Supporting Actor","Regional Theater","š",3,3],["Lead Actor","Regional Theater","š",4,3],["Screen Actor","Starlight Studios","š¬",5,4],["Award Nominee","Broadway","ā",6,5],["Star","Hollywood","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Doodler","āļø Apprentice","šØ Creator","š Pro Artist","š Creative Director","š Icon"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Broadway musicals","s","Movies and TV","f"],["Pick a vibe","Cartoon voices","v","Live audiences","s"],["What fits you?","Being on camera","f","Character voices","v"],["Which do you enjoy?","Singing and dancing","s","Recording booths","v"]],"r":{"s":["Stage actor","You love live theater. 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Backfeeding power into a home can kill utility workers.","Generators should connect throughā¦",["A transfer switch","A regular outlet","An extension cord into the panel"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š¦ŗ Skip the safety gear?","s":"Itās hot and your crew wants to skip safety gear to work faster.","c":[["Keep everyone in proper gear",8,25,0,2,"Safety gear prevents serious injuries."],["Let them skip it today, since itās a short job",-10,0,-3,0,"Accidents happen when shortcuts start."],["Skip it yourself, since youāve done this for years",-12,0,-4,0,"Leaders set the safety example."]]},{"t":"š§¾ Overcharge?","s":"A customer doesnāt understand the repair and would pay anything.","c":[["Charge a fair price and explain the work",8,25,0,2,"Honest pricing builds loyal customers."],["Add a few extra fees, since they wonāt notice",-14,0,-4,0,"Thatās fraud and ruins your reputation."],["Do extra work they donāt need to raise the bill",-12,0,-4,0,"Customers eventually find out."]]},{"t":"š Code shortcut","s":"A shortcut would save time but doesnāt meet code.","c":[["Do it to code",8,25,0,2,"Codes exist to keep people safe."],["Take the shortcut, since itās safe enough in practice",-12,0,-4,0,"Code violations can cause fires, floods, or injuries."],["Do it and cover it so the inspector wonāt see it",-16,0,-5,0,"Hidden violations are dangerous and dishonest."]]},{"t":"š§āš New apprentice","s":"A nervous apprentice joins your crew.","c":[["Teach patiently and show safe methods",7,25,1,2,"Mentoring builds the next generation of tradespeople."],["Keep them on cleanup until they gain confidence",-2,5,0,1,"Safe, but they wonāt learn much."],["Let them handle the risky jobs to learn fast",-10,0,-3,0,"Thatās unsafe."]]},{"t":"ā° Running late","s":"Youāre running two hours behind for a customer appointment.","c":[["Call ahead and give an honest update",6,20,0,2,"Communication keeps customer trust."],["Arrive as soon as you can and apologize in person",-6,0,-2,0,"Silence frustrates customers."],["Skip it and reschedule later",-10,0,-3,0,"No-shows lose customers."]]},{"t":"šØ Your mistake","s":"You realize you made an error on a job you finished last week.","c":[["Call the customer and fix it for free",8,25,0,2,"Standing behind your work builds trust."],["Leave it, since they havenāt reported any problem",-8,0,-3,0,"Problems usually get worse."],["Tell them it was caused by how they used it",-10,0,-3,0,"Blame destroys trust."]]},{"t":"š Cheaper parts","s":"Lower-quality parts would increase your profit.","c":[["Use quality parts and be clear about options",6,20,0,2,"Good parts mean fewer callbacks."],["Use cheaper parts, since most people canāt tell",-12,0,-4,0,"Thatās dishonest and leads to failures."],["Use used parts and bill them as new",-16,0,-5,0,"Thatās fraud."]]},{"t":"šŖ Heavy lift","s":"A heavy load needs moving and only one person is free.","c":[["Wait for help or use proper equipment",7,20,0,2,"Lifting safely prevents back injuries."],["Lift it yourself, since itās only one load",-6,0,-2,0,"Injuries can end careers."],["Have the apprentice handle it while you finish up",-9,0,-3,0,"Unsafe and unfair."]]}],"rk":[["Helper","Bright Spark Electric","š",2,2],["Apprentice","Bright Spark Electric","š",3,3],["Journeyman Electrician","PowerPro Electric","ā”",4,3],["Foreman","PowerPro Electric","ā”",5,4],["Master Electrician","Volt Masters","ā",6,5],["Electrical Contractor","Own Company","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Helper","š§° Apprentice","š§ Journeyman","š Senior Tech","š Master","š Trade Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Wiring homes","r","Wiring factories","i"],["Pick a vibe","Solar and EV tech","g","Big industrial machines","i"],["What fits you?","Helping homeowners","r","Clean energy","g"],["Which do you enjoy?","Huge motors","i","Rooftop panels","g"]],"r":{"r":["Residential electrician","You love homes. 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Air gaps and backflow preventers stop this.","Air gaps help preventā¦",["Dirty water entering clean water","Low pressure","Noise"],0],["Advanced plumbing","Master plumbers","After years as journeymen, plumbers can take exams to become master plumbers and pull permits or run businesses.","Master plumbers can oftenā¦",["Pull permits and run businesses","Skip all codes","Work without licenses"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š¦ŗ Skip the safety gear?","s":"Itās hot and your crew wants to skip safety gear to work faster.","c":[["Keep everyone in proper gear",8,25,0,2,"Safety gear prevents serious injuries."],["Let them skip it today, since itās a short job",-10,0,-3,0,"Accidents happen when shortcuts start."],["Skip it yourself, since youāve done this for years",-12,0,-4,0,"Leaders set the safety example."]]},{"t":"š§¾ Overcharge?","s":"A customer doesnāt understand the repair and would pay anything.","c":[["Charge a fair price and explain the work",8,25,0,2,"Honest pricing builds loyal customers."],["Add a few extra fees, since they wonāt notice",-14,0,-4,0,"Thatās fraud and ruins your reputation."],["Do extra work they donāt need to raise the bill",-12,0,-4,0,"Customers eventually find out."]]},{"t":"š Code shortcut","s":"A shortcut would save time but doesnāt meet code.","c":[["Do it to code",8,25,0,2,"Codes exist to keep people safe."],["Take the shortcut, since itās safe enough in practice",-12,0,-4,0,"Code violations can cause fires, floods, or injuries."],["Do it and cover it so the inspector wonāt see it",-16,0,-5,0,"Hidden violations are dangerous and dishonest."]]},{"t":"š§āš New apprentice","s":"A nervous apprentice joins your crew.","c":[["Teach patiently and show safe methods",7,25,1,2,"Mentoring builds the next generation of tradespeople."],["Keep them on cleanup until they gain confidence",-2,5,0,1,"Safe, but they wonāt learn much."],["Let them handle the risky jobs to learn fast",-10,0,-3,0,"Thatās unsafe."]]},{"t":"ā° Running late","s":"Youāre running two hours behind for a customer appointment.","c":[["Call ahead and give an honest update",6,20,0,2,"Communication keeps customer trust."],["Arrive as soon as you can and apologize in person",-6,0,-2,0,"Silence frustrates customers."],["Skip it and reschedule later",-10,0,-3,0,"No-shows lose customers."]]},{"t":"šØ Your mistake","s":"You realize you made an error on a job you finished last week.","c":[["Call the customer and fix it for free",8,25,0,2,"Standing behind your work builds trust."],["Leave it, since they havenāt reported any problem",-8,0,-3,0,"Problems usually get worse."],["Tell them it was caused by how they used it",-10,0,-3,0,"Blame destroys trust."]]},{"t":"š Cheaper parts","s":"Lower-quality parts would increase your profit.","c":[["Use quality parts and be clear about options",6,20,0,2,"Good parts mean fewer callbacks."],["Use cheaper parts, since most people canāt tell",-12,0,-4,0,"Thatās dishonest and leads to failures."],["Use used parts and bill them as new",-16,0,-5,0,"Thatās fraud."]]},{"t":"šŖ Heavy lift","s":"A heavy load needs moving and only one person is free.","c":[["Wait for help or use proper equipment",7,20,0,2,"Lifting safely prevents back injuries."],["Lift it yourself, since itās only one load",-6,0,-2,0,"Injuries can end careers."],["Have the apprentice handle it while you finish up",-9,0,-3,0,"Unsafe and unfair."]]}],"rk":[["Helper","Flow Right Plumbing","š§",2,2],["Apprentice","Flow Right Plumbing","š§",3,3],["Journeyman Plumber","Clear Pipe Co.","š°",4,3],["Lead Plumber","Clear Pipe Co.","š°",5,4],["Master Plumber","Aqua Masters","ā",6,5],["Plumbing Contractor","Own Company","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Helper","š§° Apprentice","š§ Journeyman","š Senior Tech","š Master","š Trade Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Emergency repairs","s","Building new homes","c"],["Pick a vibe","Big commercial buildings","m","Helping homeowners","s"],["What fits you?","Fast problem-solving","s","Large planned projects","m"],["Which do you enjoy?","New construction","c","Hospitals and towers","m"]],"r":{"s":["Service plumber","You love solving problems fast. 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High customer reviews boosts every jobās results; low drags them down.","how":"You have a Customer reviews meter from 0 to 100. Good-fit years and great obstacle calls raise it. Bad calls and rough years lower it. Above 50, every job gets a bonus. Below 50, a penalty.","hi":"Itās really paying off!","lo":"Itās slipping. Make smarter calls.","achName":"Customer reviews master","achDesc":"Have 3 years with 85+ average fit"},"tips":["Jobs who canāt handle big swings need š± Shut off and test and steady options.","Always keep each jobās minimum in š± Shut off and test.","Keep š§Ŗ One new pipe material at 25% or less.","Bolder jobs can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"š§","name":"Plumbing call","how":"Each year you make a key plumbing decision.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"A pipe bursts in a basement. 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others rise from the trades.","Construction managers can come fromā¦",["Degrees or the trades","Only an engineering degree","Only years as a laborer"],0],["Career path","Certifications","Certifications like OSHA 30 and PMP help.","A helpful certification isā¦",["OSHA 30","Real estate license","Pilot license"],0],["Career path","Skills","They need leadership, organization, and problem-solving.","Construction managers needā¦",["Leadership","Only technical knowledge","Only speed"],0],["Career path","Getting started","Summer construction jobs and shop classes are great starts.","A great start isā¦",["A summer construction job","Watching building shows","Reading blueprints only"],0],["Advanced construction management","Contract types","Projects use different contracts, like fixed price, cost-plus, or design-build, which change who carries the risk if costs rise.","Contract types change who carriesā¦",["The risk if costs rise","The tools","The building permits"],0],["Advanced construction management","Design-build","In design-build, one company handles both design and construction, which can speed up projects and reduce conflicts.","In design-build, one company handlesā¦",["Design and construction","Only design","Only inspections"],0],["Advanced construction management","Submittals","Submittals are product details and shop drawings that contractors send to designers for approval before installing.","Submittals are sent to designers forā¦",["Approval before installing","Payment","Final inspection"],0],["Advanced construction management","Lean construction","Lean construction cuts waste through careful planning, pull scheduling, and teamwork among trades.","Lean construction cutsā¦",["Waste","Safety rules","Communication"],0],["Advanced construction management","Construction technology","Drones, BIM models, and project software help managers track progress and catch problems early.","Drones help managersā¦",["Track progress from above","Pour concrete","Replace inspections"],0],["Advanced construction management","Liens and payments","Subcontractors and suppliers can file liens if they arenāt paid. Managers track payments carefully.","Unpaid subcontractors can fileā¦",["Liens","Permits","Change orders"],0],["Advanced construction management","Weather planning","Managers plan for weather by scheduling indoor work during storms and protecting materials.","Managers plan for weather byā¦",["Scheduling indoor work during storms","Ignoring forecasts","Working in lightning"],0],["Advanced construction management","Commissioning","Commissioning tests building systems, like HVAC and electrical, to make sure they work as designed before handover.","Commissioning tests that systemsā¦",["Work as designed","Look nice","Are cheap"],0],["Advanced construction management","Closeout","At closeout, managers deliver manuals, warranties, and as-built drawings to the owner.","At closeout, owners receiveā¦",["Manuals and warranties","New permits","Bids"],0],["Advanced construction management","Workforce development","Construction faces worker shortages. Managers support apprenticeships and training to grow skilled crews.","Construction managers support apprenticeships toā¦",["Grow skilled crews","Reduce safety","Replace inspectors"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š¦ŗ Skip the safety gear?","s":"Itās hot and your crew wants to skip safety gear to work faster.","c":[["Keep everyone in proper gear",8,25,0,2,"Safety gear prevents serious injuries."],["Let them skip it today, since itās a short job",-10,0,-3,0,"Accidents happen when shortcuts start."],["Skip it yourself, since youāve done this for years",-12,0,-4,0,"Leaders set the safety example."]]},{"t":"š§¾ Overcharge?","s":"A customer doesnāt understand the repair and would pay anything.","c":[["Charge a fair price and explain the work",8,25,0,2,"Honest pricing builds loyal customers."],["Add a few extra fees, since they wonāt notice",-14,0,-4,0,"Thatās fraud and ruins your reputation."],["Do extra work they donāt need to raise the bill",-12,0,-4,0,"Customers eventually find out."]]},{"t":"š Code shortcut","s":"A shortcut would save time but doesnāt meet code.","c":[["Do it to code",8,25,0,2,"Codes exist to keep people safe."],["Take the shortcut, since itās safe enough in practice",-12,0,-4,0,"Code violations can cause fires, floods, or injuries."],["Do it and cover it so the inspector wonāt see it",-16,0,-5,0,"Hidden violations are dangerous and dishonest."]]},{"t":"š§āš New apprentice","s":"A nervous apprentice joins your crew.","c":[["Teach patiently and show safe methods",7,25,1,2,"Mentoring builds the next generation of tradespeople."],["Keep them on cleanup until they gain confidence",-2,5,0,1,"Safe, but they wonāt learn much."],["Let them handle the risky jobs to learn fast",-10,0,-3,0,"Thatās unsafe."]]},{"t":"ā° Running late","s":"Youāre running two hours behind for a customer appointment.","c":[["Call ahead and give an honest update",6,20,0,2,"Communication keeps customer trust."],["Arrive as soon as you can and apologize in person",-6,0,-2,0,"Silence frustrates customers."],["Skip it and reschedule later",-10,0,-3,0,"No-shows lose customers."]]},{"t":"šØ Your mistake","s":"You realize you made an error on a job you finished last week.","c":[["Call the customer and fix it for free",8,25,0,2,"Standing behind your work builds trust."],["Leave it, since they havenāt reported any problem",-8,0,-3,0,"Problems usually get worse."],["Tell them it was caused by how they used it",-10,0,-3,0,"Blame destroys trust."]]},{"t":"š Cheaper parts","s":"Lower-quality parts would increase your profit.","c":[["Use quality parts and be clear about options",6,20,0,2,"Good parts mean fewer callbacks."],["Use cheaper parts, since most people canāt tell",-12,0,-4,0,"Thatās dishonest and leads to failures."],["Use used parts and bill them as new",-16,0,-5,0,"Thatās fraud."]]},{"t":"šŖ Heavy lift","s":"A heavy load needs moving and only one person is free.","c":[["Wait for help or use proper equipment",7,20,0,2,"Lifting safely prevents back injuries."],["Lift it yourself, since itās only one load",-6,0,-2,0,"Injuries can end careers."],["Have the apprentice handle it while you finish up",-9,0,-3,0,"Unsafe and unfair."]]}],"rk":[["Project Intern","BuildRight","š",2,2],["Assistant Project Manager","BuildRight","š",3,3],["Project Manager","Skyline Construction","šļø",4,3],["Senior Project Manager","Skyline Construction","šļø",5,4],["Construction Director","Summit Builders","ā",6,5],["VP of Construction","National Builders Inc.","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Helper","š§° Apprentice","š§ Journeyman","š Senior Tech","š Master","š Trade Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Running the job site","s","Estimating costs","e"],["Pick a vibe","Safety leadership","h","Spreadsheets and bids","e"],["What fits you?","Protecting workers","h","Daily site action","s"],["Which do you enjoy?","Numbers puzzles","e","Training crews","h"]],"r":{"s":["Site superintendent","You love the field. Superintendents run daily work on site."],"e":["Construction estimator","You love numbers. Estimators calculate what projects will cost."],"h":["Safety manager","You protect people. Safety managers keep sites injury-free."]}},"about":{"does":"Construction managers plan and oversee building projects. They schedule trades, manage budgets, run safety programs, solve problems, and deliver quality buildings on time.","day":["Lead a site safety meeting","Update the schedule","Walk the site with an inspector"],"skills":["Leadership","Organization","Problem-solving"],"path":"Many construction managers earn a degree in construction management; others rise from the trades. Summer construction jobs are a great start.","real":"Real trades require years of apprenticeship, safety training, licensing, and hands-on practice. This game simplifies all of that into yearly results."},"twist":{"k":"runway","name":"Schedule buffer","emo":"šļø","start":12,"burn":3,"desc":"Every year eats into your schedule buffer. Good planning wins time back. If it runs out, the project fails.","how":"You start with 12 months of schedule buffer. Each year costs about 3 months. Good results add months back, and keeping more in the safest option helps. Great obstacle calls add a month; bad ones cost two. Hit zero and your career ends.","hi":"Still in good shape.","lo":"That cost you. Watch it.","brokeMsg":"Your schedule buffer ran out and the project was taken over.","achName":"Still standing","achDesc":"Reach year 8 without running out"},"tips":["Jobs who canāt handle big swings need š¦ŗ Site safety program and steady options.","Always keep each jobās minimum in š¦ŗ Site safety program.","Keep š§Ŗ One new building system at 25% or less.","Bolder jobs can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"š","name":"Budget check","gen":"budget_calc","how":"Each year you calculate how much budget is left after big expenses."},"cast":{"scene":"š§ š§° š ā” š§","boss":["Big Lou","šØš½āš§","the master tradesman"],"buddy":["Rosa","š©š»āš§","your crew partner"],"rival":["Dale","š·š¼","the rival contractor"]},"play":{"k":"crew","u":"š·","pot":"š¢ļø","potn":"beaker"},"sh":{"p":"Summit Construction Ā· Job Site Trailer","h":[6,17],"m":["š
Schedule","šµ Budget","š¦ŗ Safety"],"t":[["o","Building a house","Order the phases.",["Site prep and foundation","Framing","Roof","Plumbing, electrical, HVAC rough-in","Drywall","Finishes and inspection"],"Each trade depends on the one before.",0],["c","šļø Site visit","No fall protection","Workers are on the roof without harnesses.",[["Stop work until fall protection is in place",[-4,0,18],"Falls are the top cause of construction deaths.",2],["Remind the crew about harnesses at the next safety meeting",[4,0,-16],"Someone could fall today.",0],["Let them finish this section, since itās almost done",[6,0,-20],"Never trade lives for time.",0]]],["n","Budget","Budget: $400,000. Spent so far: $260,000. 60% of the work is done. Planned spend at 60% is $240,000. How much over plan?",20000,0,"dollars","$260,000 ā $240,000 = $20,000 over.",1],["b","Delay cause","Who should solve it?",["š§āš§ Subcontractor","šļø City inspector","š¦ Supplier"],[["Wiring failed inspection",0],["Permit inspection not scheduled",1],["Windows arrive late",2],["Plumber missing a day",0],["Steel beams on backorder",2]],"Construction managers coordinate many players.",0],["s","Daily log","Tap the safety issues.",[["Hard hats worn",0],["Open trench with no barrier",1],["First aid kit stocked",0],["Ladder missing a rung",1],["Fire extinguisher on site",0]],"Daily checks prevent accidents.",2],["q","Change order?","Rapid round: is it a change from the original plan?",["š Change order","ā
Original scope"],[["Client adds a second bathroom",0],["Framing per the drawings",1],["Upgrade to hardwood floors",0],["Install the windows on plan",1]],"Changes cost time and money; write them down.",1]]}},"aviamech":{"id":"aviamech","f":"trade","desc":"Inspect and repair airplanes and helicopters so every flight is safe.","title":"Wings & Wrenches āļø","role":"Aircraft Mechanic","tag":"Keep planes safe in the sky.","emo":["āļø","š©","š«"],"unit":"$","bigA":1200000,"newsName":"Trade news","th":{"a":"#1c7ed6","b":"#868e96","g1":"#d6e8f8","g2":"#e9ebec","ad":"#559ee0","d1":"#152c59","d2":"#323047"},"pitch":"Inspect and maintain aircraft to strict standards, and see whether aviation maintenance fits you.","goal":"keep every aircraft safe and airworthy, and keep the airlineās and passengersā trust.","w":{"cl":"job","cls":"jobs","val":"Job value","total":"Total job value","alloc":"Work plan","hor":"Deadline","trust":"Customer trust","mkt":"Building 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emergencies.","amt":30000,"hor":"1 week","rl":1.5,"rh":2.5,"min":30,"maxLoss":8,"tip":"Lives depend on it twice over."},{"name":"Small plane annual āļø","story":"A yearly inspection.","amt":8000,"hor":"1 week","rl":1.8,"rh":3,"min":25,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Follow the checklist completely."},{"name":"Engine overhaul š„","story":"Rebuilding a jet engine.","amt":500000,"hor":"3 months","rl":1.8,"rh":3,"min":25,"maxLoss":10,"tip":"Precision and documentation."},{"name":"Cargo fleet š¦","story":"Ten freighters.","amt":200000,"hor":"1 year","rl":2,"rh":3.2,"min":22,"maxLoss":12,"tip":"Steady maintenance programs."},{"name":"Vintage warbird š©ļø","story":"Restoring a WWII plane.","amt":150000,"hor":"1 year","rl":2.4,"rh":3.6,"min":20,"maxLoss":15,"tip":"Historic aircraft need special care."}],"sc":[{"k":"boom","n":"Building boom","m":24},{"k":"normal","n":"Normal year","m":8},{"k":"rough","n":"Slow season","m":-4},{"k":"crash","n":"Supply shock","m":-30}],"H":{"boom":["New homes and projects are everywhere","Skilled workers are in huge demand"],"normal":["Steady calls and projects","Suppliers have parts in stock"],"rough":["Fewer new projects this season","Customers delay repairs to save money"],"crash":["Key materials are back-ordered for months","A big storm damages job sites across the region"]},"intro":[["Inspect everything","Problems found on the ground donāt happen in the air."],["Document every step","Records prove the work was done right."],["Fit the aircraft","Airline jets and vintage planes have different needs."]],"ls":[["Aviation basics","What aircraft mechanics do","Aircraft mechanics inspect, maintain, and repair airplanes and helicopters.","Aircraft mechanicsā¦",["Inspect and repair aircraft","Pilot passenger flights","Schedule airline flights"],0],["Aviation basics","Airworthiness","Airworthy means an aircraft is safe to fly.","Airworthy meansā¦",["Safe to fly","Recently painted","On schedule"],0],["Aviation basics","The FAA","The FAA regulates aviation 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followā¦",["Manuals exactly","Their own experience","The pilotās instructions"],0],["Maintenance","Torque and safety wire","Fasteners are torqued and often safety-wired so they canāt loosen.","Safety wire keeps fasteners fromā¦",["Loosening","Overheating","Rusting"],0],["Maintenance","Corrosion","Corrosion weakens metal; mechanics inspect and treat it.","Corrosionā¦",["Weakens metal","Only affects appearance","Only matters on old planes"],0],["Maintenance","Non-destructive testing","NDT finds cracks without damaging parts.","NDT findsā¦",["Cracks","Fuel levels","Paint wear"],0],["Maintenance","FOD","Foreign object debris, like a dropped bolt, can wreck engines.","FOD isā¦",["Debris that can damage aircraft","A flight delay code","A type of fuel"],0],["Records","Logbooks","Every repair is recorded in logbooks.","Every repair is recorded inā¦",["Logbooks","Personal notes","Only verbal reports"],0],["Records","Sign-offs","Mechanics sign off work theyāre certified to do.","Mechanics sign offā¦",["Work theyāre certified for","Anything they inspected","Work by other mechanics"],0],["Records","Airworthiness directives","ADs are mandatory safety fixes from the FAA.","Airworthiness directives areā¦",["Mandatory safety fixes","Optional recommendations","Airline advertisements"],0],["Records","Never falsify","Falsifying maintenance records is illegal and dangerous.","Falsifying records isā¦",["Illegal and dangerous","Acceptable for small repairs","Common practice"],0],["Human factors","The Dirty Dozen","The Dirty Dozen are 12 common causes of maintenance errors, like fatigue and pressure.","The Dirty Dozen areā¦",["Causes of errors","Types of aircraft","Required tools"],0],["Human factors","Fatigue","Tired mechanics make more mistakes.","Tired mechanics makeā¦",["More mistakes","Faster work","The same work quality"],0],["Human factors","Pressure","Schedule pressure must never override safety.","Schedule pressure shouldā¦",["Never override safety","Speed up inspections","Take 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Mechanics inspect blades for tiny cracks.","Mechanics inspect turbine blades forā¦",["Tiny cracks","Paint chips only","Fuel color"],0],["Advanced aircraft maintenance","Borescope inspections","A borescope is a small camera that lets mechanics see inside engines without taking them apart.","A borescope lets mechanics seeā¦",["Inside engines","Weather","Passenger seats"],0],["Advanced aircraft maintenance","Weight and balance","An aircraftās weight and balance must stay within limits for safe flight. Mechanics update records after changes.","Weight and balance must stayā¦",["Within limits","As heavy as possible","Unchanged forever"],0],["Advanced aircraft maintenance","Composite repair","Many modern aircraft use composites. Repairing them needs special materials, curing, and careful inspection.","Composite repairs needā¦",["Special materials and curing","Regular nails","Duct tape"],0],["Advanced aircraft maintenance","Minimum equipment list","The minimum equipment list says which items can be inoperative while still flying safely, under specific conditions.","The minimum equipment list saysā¦",["What can be inoperative safely","What snacks to serve","Pilot schedules"],0],["Advanced aircraft maintenance","Pressurization","Airplanes are pressurized so people can breathe at high altitude. Mechanics check seals and valves that control cabin pressure.","Cabin pressurization lets peopleā¦",["Breathe at high altitude","Fly faster","Sleep better"],0],["Advanced aircraft maintenance","Deicing","Ice on wings disrupts airflow and reduces lift. 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Fake or unapproved parts are a serious safety risk.","Aircraft parts must beā¦",["Traceable to approved sources","The cheapest available","Used only once"],0],["Advanced aircraft maintenance","Inspection authorization","Experienced A&P mechanics can earn Inspection Authorization, allowing them to approve major repairs and annual inspections.","Inspection Authorization lets mechanicsā¦",["Approve major repairs","Fly passengers","Sell aircraft"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š¦ŗ Skip the safety gear?","s":"Itās hot and your crew wants to skip safety gear to work faster.","c":[["Keep everyone in proper gear",8,25,0,2,"Safety gear prevents serious injuries."],["Let them skip it today, since itās a short job",-10,0,-3,0,"Accidents happen when shortcuts start."],["Skip it yourself, since youāve done this for years",-12,0,-4,0,"Leaders set the safety example."]]},{"t":"š§¾ Overcharge?","s":"A customer doesnāt understand the repair and would pay anything.","c":[["Charge a fair price and explain the work",8,25,0,2,"Honest pricing builds loyal customers."],["Add a few extra fees, since they wonāt notice",-14,0,-4,0,"Thatās fraud and ruins your reputation."],["Do extra work they donāt need to raise the bill",-12,0,-4,0,"Customers eventually find out."]]},{"t":"š Code shortcut","s":"A shortcut would save time but doesnāt meet code.","c":[["Do it to code",8,25,0,2,"Codes exist to keep people safe."],["Take the shortcut, since itās safe enough in practice",-12,0,-4,0,"Code violations can cause fires, floods, or injuries."],["Do it and cover it so the inspector wonāt see it",-16,0,-5,0,"Hidden violations are dangerous and dishonest."]]},{"t":"š§āš New apprentice","s":"A nervous apprentice joins your crew.","c":[["Teach patiently and show safe methods",7,25,1,2,"Mentoring builds the next generation of tradespeople."],["Keep them on cleanup until they gain confidence",-2,5,0,1,"Safe, but they wonāt learn much."],["Let them handle the risky jobs to learn fast",-10,0,-3,0,"Thatās unsafe."]]},{"t":"ā° Running late","s":"Youāre running two hours behind for a customer appointment.","c":[["Call ahead and give an honest update",6,20,0,2,"Communication keeps customer trust."],["Arrive as soon as you can and apologize in person",-6,0,-2,0,"Silence frustrates customers."],["Skip it and reschedule later",-10,0,-3,0,"No-shows lose customers."]]},{"t":"šØ Your mistake","s":"You realize you made an error on a job you finished last week.","c":[["Call the customer and fix it for free",8,25,0,2,"Standing behind your work builds trust."],["Leave it, since they havenāt reported any problem",-8,0,-3,0,"Problems usually get worse."],["Tell them it was caused by how they used it",-10,0,-3,0,"Blame destroys trust."]]},{"t":"š Cheaper parts","s":"Lower-quality parts would increase your profit.","c":[["Use quality parts and be clear about options",6,20,0,2,"Good parts mean fewer callbacks."],["Use cheaper parts, since most people canāt tell",-12,0,-4,0,"Thatās dishonest and leads to failures."],["Use used parts and bill them as new",-16,0,-5,0,"Thatās fraud."]]},{"t":"šŖ Heavy lift","s":"A heavy load needs moving and only one person is free.","c":[["Wait for help or use proper equipment",7,20,0,2,"Lifting safely prevents back injuries."],["Lift it yourself, since itās only one load",-6,0,-2,0,"Injuries can end careers."],["Have the apprentice handle it while you finish up",-9,0,-3,0,"Unsafe and unfair."]]}],"rk":[["Hangar Helper","Regional Airport","š©",2,2],["Apprentice Mechanic","Regional Airport","š©",3,3],["A&P Mechanic","SkyLine Airlines","āļø",4,3],["Lead Mechanic","SkyLine Airlines","āļø",5,4],["Inspector","Major Air Carrier","ā",6,5],["Director of Maintenance","Major Air Carrier","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Helper","š§° Apprentice","š§ Journeyman","š Senior Tech","š Master","š Trade Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Jet engines","e","Cockpit electronics","a"],["Pick a vibe","Helicopters","h","Big airline jets","e"],["What fits you?","Wiring and screens","a","Medical and rescue missions","h"],["Which do you enjoy?","Turbines","e","Rotors","h"]],"r":{"e":["Powerplant specialist","You love engines. 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Firefighters clean gear and skin after fires to reduce exposure.","Firefighters clean gear after fires toā¦",["Reduce exposure to harmful chemicals","Make it shine","Dry it faster"],0],["Advanced firefighting","Community risk reduction","Departments install smoke alarms, teach fire safety, and inspect buildings to prevent fires before they start.","Community risk reduction aims toā¦",["Prevent fires before they start","Respond faster only","Buy new trucks"],0],["Advanced firefighting","Mental health","Firefighters see traumatic scenes. 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Centers bring in extra staff and use backup systems.","During disasters, dispatch centersā¦",["Add staff and use backups","Close early","Ignore calls"],0],["Advanced dispatch","Language interpretation","Dispatchers connect non-English speakers to interpreters by phone so they can get help quickly.","For non-English callers, dispatchers useā¦",["Phone interpreters","Guessing","Text only"],0],["Advanced dispatch","Career growth","Dispatchers can become trainers, supervisors, or quality assurance specialists.","Dispatchers can grow intoā¦",["Trainers or supervisors","Surgeons","Pilots"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š Free gift","s":"A business owner offers you free gifts for ālooking out forā their store.","c":[["Politely decline and treat everyone equally",8,25,0,2,"Public servants must avoid favoritism and conflicts of interest."],["Accept small gifts, since refusing seems rude",-6,0,-2,0,"Gifts can create expectations of special treatment."],["Accept and check on their store a little more often",-14,0,-4,0,"Thatās corruption."]]},{"t":"š Honest record","s":"A tense situation happened on the job, and thereās a record of it (a report, footage, or notes).","c":[["Report accurately and keep the records",8,25,0,2,"Transparency builds public trust."],["Delete the records, since nothing bad came of it",-16,0,-5,0,"Destroying records is a serious violation."],["Write a short report that leaves out the tense parts",-12,0,-4,0,"Incomplete reports mislead."]]},{"t":"š§āš¤āš§ Partnerās mistake","s":"A coworker breaks an important rule on the job.","c":[["Speak up and report it properly",7,25,0,2,"Accountability keeps public service trustworthy."],["Cover for them this once, since theyāre a good partner",-10,0,-3,0,"Covering up erodes public trust."],["Let it go, since nobody was hurt",-6,0,-2,0,"Silence lets problems grow."]]},{"t":"š« School visit","s":"A school asks you to talk to students about your job.","c":[["Visit and connect with the kids",6,20,1,2,"Community outreach builds trust and inspires future helpers."],["Say youāre too busy this month",-1,5,0,1,"Not wrong, just a missed chance to connect."],["Go, but keep the visit as short as possible",-5,0,-1,0,"Kids remember how you treat them."]]},{"t":"š Exhausted crew","s":"Your team is exhausted after a brutal week.","c":[["Make sure everyone gets rest and support",7,20,1,2,"Rested teams make safer decisions."],["Push through, since the calls wonāt stop coming",-6,0,-2,0,"Exhaustion causes mistakes."],["Let them handle the stress on their own",-5,0,-1,0,"Stress builds up and hurts people."]]},{"t":"š£ļø Angry resident","s":"A resident yells at you about a decision you made.","c":[["Stay calm, listen, and explain",7,20,0,2,"Calm communication defuses tension."],["Raise your voice so they understand youāre in charge",-8,0,-3,0,"Escalating makes things worse."],["Walk away, since arguing wonāt help",-4,0,-1,0,"People want to be heard."]]},{"t":"š§ Bias check","s":"You notice you might be treating some neighborhoods differently.","c":[["Reflect, get training, and treat everyone fairly",8,25,0,2,"Fair treatment is the foundation of public service."],["Let it go, since you treat people the way the job requires",-6,0,-2,0,"Unchecked bias harms communities."],["Keep doing what youāre doing, since itās based on experience",-12,0,-4,0,"That harms public trust."]]},{"t":"š§° Broken equipment","s":"A piece of safety equipment is failing and replacing it is expensive.","c":[["Report it and get it fixed before using it",7,20,0,2,"Faulty equipment endangers lives."],["Keep using it carefully until the budget allows a new one",-8,0,-3,0,"Failures happen at the worst moments."],["Keep using it and donāt mention the problem",-12,0,-4,0,"Hiding hazards puts others at risk."]]}],"rk":[["Trainee","County 911 Center","š§",2,2],["Call-Taker","County 911 Center","š§",3,3],["Dispatcher","Metro Emergency Comms","š",4,3],["Senior Dispatcher","Metro Emergency Comms","š",5,4],["Shift Supervisor","Regional 911","ā",6,5],["Communications Director","Regional 911","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Volunteer","š Recruit","š”ļø Officer","š Veteran","š Chief","š Community Hero"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Medical calls","m","Fire and rescue","f"],["Pick a vibe","Leading the team","l","Coaching CPR","m"],["What fits you?","Training others","l","Coordinating fire trucks","f"],["Which do you enjoy?","Big disasters","f","Running the floor","l"]],"r":{"m":["Emergency medical dispatcher","You want to save lives on the phone. 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Each level boosts XP and results.","how":"A strong year means 70+ average fit, positive results, and no mission with a big loss. Each strong year in a row adds to your Mission success streak, up to 4. It multiplies XP by up to Ć2 and adds up to +2.4% to results. One weak year resets it.","hi":"Youāre on a roll!","lo":"Streak broken. Build it back up.","achName":"Mission success streak keeper","achDesc":"Reach a 3-year streak"},"tips":["Missions who canāt handle big swings need š”ļø Safety and risk control and steady options.","Always keep each missionās minimum in š”ļø Safety and risk control.","Keep š§Ŗ One untested plan at 25% or less.","Bolder missions can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"šŗļø","name":"Leadership call","how":"Each year you make a key leadership decision.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"After a mission, what helps your team improve most?","opts":["An honest after-action review","Never talking about it","Blaming one person","Celebrating only"],"ok":0,"why":"AARs turn experience into improvement."},{"kind":"mc","q":"Your team is exhausted before a long drive. 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This game simplifies all of that into yearly results."},"twist":{"k":"audit","name":"Readiness review","emo":"š","word":"readiness review","p":0.4,"desc":"Any year, a surprise readiness review can happen. Missions with enough in š Emergency plans and a solid plan pass.","how":"Each year thereās about a 40% chance of a surprise readiness review. Every mission with at least its minimum in š Emergency plans and a fit of 50+ passes (trust +5, +20 XP). Any that fail get a trust hit and a 5% penalty.","passMsg":"Everything checked out.","failMsg":"The readiness review found problems here. 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Roll bars and guards save lives.","Roll bars on tractors help preventā¦",["Rollover deaths","Flat tires","Fuel waste"],0],["Advanced farming","Climate-smart agriculture","Climate-smart practices like cover crops and efficient irrigation help farms adapt to extreme weather.","Climate-smart practices help farmsā¦",["Adapt to extreme weather","Use more water","Skip planning"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š§Ŗ Spray it all?","s":"Pests are showing up. Someone suggests spraying lots of chemicals everywhere.","c":[["Identify the pest and use targeted, safe methods",8,25,0,2,"Integrated pest management protects crops and the environment."],["Spray everything heavily so the pests canāt spread",-8,0,-3,0,"Overuse harms pollinators and water."],["Wait it out, since pests often move on alone",-4,0,-1,0,"Ignoring pests can lose the season."]]},{"t":"š¾ Injured animal","s":"You find an injured wild animal on a trail.","c":[["Keep your distance and call a wildlife rehabilitator",7,20,0,2,"Experts can help safely."],["Take it home and care for it yourself",-8,0,-2,0,"Wild animals need expert care, and it may be illegal."],["Leave it, since nature usually takes its course",-3,0,0,0,"A rehabilitator might have saved it."]]},{"t":"š§ Water shortcut","s":"You could pump extra groundwater, but neighbors depend on it too.","c":[["Use water responsibly and share fairly",7,20,0,2,"Shared resources need fair use."],["Pump extra this season, since your crops need it",-8,0,-3,0,"Overuse hurts neighbors and ecosystems."],["Pump extra and keep your usage numbers private",-12,0,-4,0,"Dishonesty destroys trust."]]},{"t":"šļø Illegal dumping","s":"You see someone dumping trash near a river.","c":[["Report it to the authorities",7,20,0,2,"Reporting protects water and wildlife."],["Leave it, since it isnāt your property",-5,0,-1,0,"Pollution spreads downstream."],["Add your own trash, since itās already a dump site",-12,0,-4,0,"That makes it worse."]]},{"t":"š§āš¾ Old vs. new","s":"An experienced neighbor and a new study disagree on what to plant.","c":[["Test both ideas on a small plot",7,25,1,2,"Small tests combine experience and science."],["Go with your neighbor, since theyāve farmed here for decades",-3,0,0,0,"New research can help."],["Go with the study, since research beats tradition",-3,0,0,0,"Local experience is valuable."]]},{"t":"š„ Burn pile","s":"Itās windy and dry, but you want to burn brush today.","c":[["Wait for safe conditions and follow burn rules",7,20,0,2,"Wind and dry conditions can start wildfires."],["Burn it now, but keep a hose nearby",-12,0,-4,0,"That can start a wildfire."],["Burn it tonight, when itās cooler and quieter",-14,0,-4,0,"Still dangerous and dishonest."]]},{"t":"š« Field trip","s":"A school asks to visit your site to learn.","c":[["Host them and teach hands-on",6,20,1,2,"Education builds future stewards."],["Decline, since your site is busy this season",-1,5,0,1,"Not wrong, just a missed chance to inspire."],["Let them explore on their own so they discover things",-6,0,-2,0,"Thatās unsafe."]]},{"t":"š± Native or not?","s":"A fast-growing invasive plant is cheaper to plant than natives.","c":[["Choose native plants",6,20,1,2,"Natives support local wildlife and resist invasions."],["Plant the cheaper one, since it grows quickly",-7,0,-2,0,"Invasive species can take over ecosystems."],["Leave the area bare until you decide",-2,0,0,0,"Bare soil erodes."]]}],"rk":[["Farmhand","Green Acres","š½",2,2],["Farm Apprentice","Green Acres","š½",3,3],["Farmer","Sunrise Farm","š",4,3],["Farm Manager","Sunrise Farm","š",5,4],["Farm Owner","Golden Fields","ā",6,5],["Ag Leader","State Farm Bureau","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Seedling","šæ Sprout","š³ Grower","š Steward","š Guardian","š Earth Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Growing vegetables","c","Raising animals","l"],["Pick a vibe","High-tech indoor farms","t","Open pastures","l"],["What fits you?","Drones and sensors","t","Fresh produce","c"],["Which do you enjoy?","Farmers markets","c","Caring for herds","l"]],"r":{"c":["Crop farmer","You love growing. 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Good harvests add more. If savings run out, you lose the farm.","how":"You start with 12 months of farm savings. Each year costs about 3 months. Good results add months back, and keeping more in the safest option helps. Great obstacle calls add a month; bad ones cost two. Hit zero and your career ends.","hi":"Still in good shape.","lo":"That cost you. Watch it.","brokeMsg":"Your farm savings ran out and you had to sell the farm.","achName":"Still standing","achDesc":"Reach year 8 without running out"},"tips":["Sites who canāt handle big swings need šŖ± Soil health and steady options.","Always keep each siteās minimum in šŖ± Soil health.","Keep š§Ŗ One new specialty crop at 25% or less.","Bolder sites can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"š½","name":"Field call","how":"Each year you make a key farming decision.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"Pests keep returning to the same corn field every year. 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Cleanings under anesthesia help prevent pain and infection.","Pet dental cleanings help preventā¦",["Pain and infection","Shedding","Barking"],0],["Advanced veterinary medicine","Antibiotic stewardship","Vets use antibiotics only when needed to slow antibiotic resistance.","Using antibiotics only when needed slowsā¦",["Antibiotic resistance","Healing","Growth"],0],["Advanced veterinary medicine","Diagnostic imaging","Ultrasound and X-rays let vets see inside animals to find problems like swallowed objects.","Imaging can findā¦",["Swallowed objects","Personality","Favorite food"],0],["Advanced veterinary medicine","Exotic animals","Exotic vets treat birds, reptiles, and small mammals, which have very different needs from dogs and cats.","Exotic animal vets treatā¦",["Birds and reptiles","Only dogs","Only cows"],0],["Advanced veterinary medicine","Shelter medicine","Shelter vets focus on population health, disease control, and preparing animals for adoption.","Shelter vets focus onā¦",["Population health","Only show animals","Only surgery"],0],["Advanced veterinary medicine","Public health","Vets work in public health to track diseases like rabies and avian flu that can affect people.","Public health vets track diseases likeā¦",["Rabies and avian flu","Only colds","Only allergies"],0],["Advanced veterinary medicine","Practice ownership","Some vets own clinics and manage staff, budgets, and equipment as well as patient care.","Clinic owners manageā¦",["Staff and budgets too","Only surgery","Nothing else"],0],["Advanced veterinary medicine","Student debt","Vet school is expensive, so students compare costs and loan repayment options carefully.","Before vet school, students should compareā¦",["Costs and loan options","Only mascots","Only campus food"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š§Ŗ Spray it all?","s":"Pests are showing up. 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are showing up. Someone suggests spraying lots of chemicals everywhere.","c":[["Identify the pest and use targeted, safe methods",8,25,0,2,"Integrated pest management protects crops and the environment."],["Spray everything heavily so the pests canāt spread",-8,0,-3,0,"Overuse harms pollinators and water."],["Wait it out, since pests often move on alone",-4,0,-1,0,"Ignoring pests can lose the season."]]},{"t":"š¾ Injured animal","s":"You find an injured wild animal on a trail.","c":[["Keep your distance and call a wildlife rehabilitator",7,20,0,2,"Experts can help safely."],["Take it home and care for it yourself",-8,0,-2,0,"Wild animals need expert care, and it may be illegal."],["Leave it, since nature usually takes its course",-3,0,0,0,"A rehabilitator might have saved it."]]},{"t":"š§ Water shortcut","s":"You could pump extra groundwater, but neighbors depend on it too.","c":[["Use water responsibly and share fairly",7,20,0,2,"Shared resources need fair use."],["Pump extra this season, since your crops need it",-8,0,-3,0,"Overuse hurts neighbors and ecosystems."],["Pump extra and keep your usage numbers private",-12,0,-4,0,"Dishonesty destroys trust."]]},{"t":"šļø Illegal dumping","s":"You see someone dumping trash near a river.","c":[["Report it to the authorities",7,20,0,2,"Reporting protects water and wildlife."],["Leave it, since it isnāt your property",-5,0,-1,0,"Pollution spreads downstream."],["Add your own trash, since itās already a dump site",-12,0,-4,0,"That makes it worse."]]},{"t":"š§āš¾ Old vs. new","s":"An experienced neighbor and a new study disagree on what to plant.","c":[["Test both ideas on a small plot",7,25,1,2,"Small tests combine experience and science."],["Go with your neighbor, since theyāve farmed here for decades",-3,0,0,0,"New research can help."],["Go with the study, since research beats tradition",-3,0,0,0,"Local experience is valuable."]]},{"t":"š„ Burn pile","s":"Itās windy and dry, but you want to burn brush today.","c":[["Wait for safe conditions and follow burn rules",7,20,0,2,"Wind and dry conditions can start wildfires."],["Burn it now, but keep a hose nearby",-12,0,-4,0,"That can start a wildfire."],["Burn it tonight, when itās cooler and quieter",-14,0,-4,0,"Still dangerous and dishonest."]]},{"t":"š« Field trip","s":"A school asks to visit your site to learn.","c":[["Host them and teach hands-on",6,20,1,2,"Education builds future stewards."],["Decline, since your site is busy this season",-1,5,0,1,"Not wrong, just a missed chance to inspire."],["Let them explore on their own so they discover things",-6,0,-2,0,"Thatās unsafe."]]},{"t":"š± Native or not?","s":"A fast-growing invasive plant is cheaper to plant than natives.","c":[["Choose native plants",6,20,1,2,"Natives support local wildlife and resist invasions."],["Plant the cheaper one, since it grows quickly",-7,0,-2,0,"Invasive species can take over ecosystems."],["Leave the area bare until you decide",-2,0,0,0,"Bare soil erodes."]]}],"rk":[["Forestry Technician","State Forest","š¦",2,2],["Junior Forester","State Forest","š¦",3,3],["Forester","National Forest","š²",4,3],["Senior Forester","National Forest","š²",5,4],["District Ranger","Forest Service","ā",6,5],["Chief Forester","Forest Service","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Seedling","šæ Sprout","š³ Grower","š Steward","š Guardian","š Earth Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Fighting wildfires","f","Planting city trees","u"],["Pick a vibe","Managing timber","t","Remote mountains","f"],["What fits you?","Wood and business","t","Neighborhood parks","u"],["Which do you enjoy?","Fire science","f","Sustainable harvests","t"]],"r":{"f":["Fire management specialist","You love fire science. These foresters plan burns and fight wildfires."],"u":["Urban forester","You love city trees. Urban foresters care for trees in towns and cities."],"t":["Timber forester","You love sustainable wood. Timber foresters plan harvests that regrow."]}},"about":{"does":"Foresters manage forests for wood, wildlife, clean water, recreation, and fire safety. They inventory trees, plan thinning and burns, fight pests, and think decades ahead.","day":["Measure trees in a forest plot","Plan a prescribed burn","Meet with landowners"],"skills":["Biology","Outdoor skills","Long-term thinking"],"path":"Foresters earn a degree in forestry or natural resources. Tree identification and scouting are great starts.","real":"Real work in this field takes science, care, and years of experience, and much of it depends on weather and nature. This game simplifies all of that into yearly results."},"twist":{"k":"streak","name":"Healthy forest streak","emo":"š²","desc":"String together strong years (good fit, no big losses) to build a streak. Each level boosts XP and results.","how":"A strong year means 70+ average fit, positive results, and no site with a big loss. Each strong year in a row adds to your Healthy forest streak, up to 4. It multiplies XP by up to Ć2 and adds up to +2.4% to results. One weak year resets it.","hi":"Youāre on a roll!","lo":"Streak broken. Build it back up.","achName":"Healthy forest streak keeper","achDesc":"Reach a 3-year streak"},"tips":["Sites who canāt handle big swings need š Forest inventory and steady options.","Always keep each siteās minimum in š Forest inventory.","Keep š§Ŗ One new planting method at 25% or less.","Bolder sites can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"š²","name":"Forest call","how":"Each year you make a key forest decision.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"A forest near a town is overgrown and dry. What reduces wildfire risk?","opts":["Thinning and prescribed burns","Planting more trees closer together","Doing nothing","Building more houses inside it"],"ok":0,"why":"Reducing fuel lowers wildfire risk."},{"kind":"mc","q":"Youāre planning a harvest near a stream. 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CITES regulates international trade.","CITES regulatesā¦",["International wildlife trade","Ticket sales","Farming"],0],["Advanced conservation","Remote sensing","Satellites track deforestation and habitat change across huge areas.","Satellites trackā¦",["Deforestation","Animal moods","Visitor counts"],0],["Advanced conservation","Conservation funding","Conservation is funded by governments, nonprofits, hunting license fees, and donations.","Conservation can be funded byā¦",["Hunting license fees and donations","Only movie tickets","Nothing"],0],["Advanced conservation","Communicating science","Conservation scientists explain research to policymakers and the public to build support.","Scientists explain research toā¦",["Policymakers and the public","Only other scientists","No one"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š§Ŗ Spray it all?","s":"Pests are showing up. Someone suggests spraying lots of chemicals everywhere.","c":[["Identify the pest and use targeted, safe methods",8,25,0,2,"Integrated pest management protects crops and the environment."],["Spray everything heavily so the pests canāt spread",-8,0,-3,0,"Overuse harms pollinators and water."],["Wait it out, since pests often move on alone",-4,0,-1,0,"Ignoring pests can lose the season."]]},{"t":"š¾ Injured animal","s":"You find an injured wild animal on a trail.","c":[["Keep your distance and call a wildlife rehabilitator",7,20,0,2,"Experts can help safely."],["Take it home and care for it yourself",-8,0,-2,0,"Wild animals need expert care, and it may be illegal."],["Leave it, since nature usually takes its course",-3,0,0,0,"A rehabilitator might have saved it."]]},{"t":"š§ Water shortcut","s":"You could pump extra groundwater, but neighbors depend on it too.","c":[["Use water responsibly and share fairly",7,20,0,2,"Shared resources need fair use."],["Pump extra this season, since your crops need it",-8,0,-3,0,"Overuse hurts neighbors and ecosystems."],["Pump extra and keep your usage numbers private",-12,0,-4,0,"Dishonesty destroys trust."]]},{"t":"šļø Illegal dumping","s":"You see someone dumping trash near a river.","c":[["Report it to the authorities",7,20,0,2,"Reporting protects water and wildlife."],["Leave it, since it isnāt your property",-5,0,-1,0,"Pollution spreads downstream."],["Add your own trash, since itās already a dump site",-12,0,-4,0,"That makes it worse."]]},{"t":"š§āš¾ Old vs. new","s":"An experienced neighbor and a new study disagree on what to plant.","c":[["Test both ideas on a small plot",7,25,1,2,"Small tests combine experience and science."],["Go with your neighbor, since theyāve farmed here for decades",-3,0,0,0,"New research can help."],["Go with the study, since research beats tradition",-3,0,0,0,"Local experience is valuable."]]},{"t":"š„ Burn pile","s":"Itās windy and dry, but you want to burn brush today.","c":[["Wait for safe conditions and follow burn rules",7,20,0,2,"Wind and dry conditions can start wildfires."],["Burn it now, but keep a hose nearby",-12,0,-4,0,"That can start a wildfire."],["Burn it tonight, when itās cooler and quieter",-14,0,-4,0,"Still dangerous and dishonest."]]},{"t":"š« Field trip","s":"A school asks to visit your site to learn.","c":[["Host them and teach hands-on",6,20,1,2,"Education builds future stewards."],["Decline, since your site is busy this season",-1,5,0,1,"Not wrong, just a missed chance to inspire."],["Let them explore on their own so they discover things",-6,0,-2,0,"Thatās unsafe."]]},{"t":"š± Native or not?","s":"A fast-growing invasive plant is cheaper to plant than natives.","c":[["Choose native plants",6,20,1,2,"Natives support local wildlife and resist invasions."],["Plant the cheaper one, since it grows quickly",-7,0,-2,0,"Invasive species can take over ecosystems."],["Leave the area bare until you decide",-2,0,0,0,"Bare soil erodes."]]}],"rk":[["Field Volunteer","Wildlife Trust","š¦",2,2],["Field Technician","Wildlife Trust","š¦",3,3],["Conservation Scientist","Nature Alliance","š¢",4,3],["Senior Scientist","Nature Alliance","š¢",5,4],["Program Director","Global Wildlife Fund","ā",6,5],["Chief Scientist","Global Wildlife Fund","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Seedling","šæ Sprout","š³ Grower","š Steward","š Guardian","š Earth Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Tracking wolves","w","Restoring wetlands","r"],["Pick a vibe","Changing laws","p","Remote field camps","w"],["What fits you?","Planting and rebuilding","r","Government and policy","p"],["Which do you enjoy?","Radio collars","w","Advocacy","p"]],"r":{"w":["Wildlife biologist","You love animals. 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the kitchen correctly and on time.","The expediterā¦",["Checks plates and calls orders","Washes dishes","Seats guests"],0],["Advanced culinary arts","Global cuisines","Chefs study techniques from many cuisines, like wok cooking or nixtamalizing corn.","Nixtamalizing corn is a technique fromā¦",["Mesoamerican cuisine","French pastry","Japanese sushi"],0],["Advanced culinary arts","Sous vide","Sous vide cooks sealed food in precisely heated water for even doneness.","Sous vide cooks food inā¦",["Precisely heated water","Open flames","Ice"],0],["Advanced culinary arts","Kitchen burnout","Long hours can cause burnout, so good kitchens plan breaks and fair schedules.","Good kitchens prevent burnout withā¦",["Breaks and fair schedules","Longer shifts","No days off"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š¦ Food safety slip","s":"A cook didnāt wash their hands after handling raw chicken.","c":[["Stop, have them wash, and sanitize the station",8,25,0,2,"Food safety prevents people from getting sick."],["Let it 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closing, thereās lots of good leftover food.","c":[["Donate it safely to a food bank",6,20,1,2,"Donating reduces waste and helps people."],["Throw it out, since donating takes too much time",-2,0,0,0,"A missed chance to help."],["Serve it tomorrow, since it was fine tonight",-10,0,-3,0,"Old food can be unsafe."]]},{"t":"š¤ Rude guest","s":"A guest yells at a young server.","c":[["Step in calmly and support your staff",7,20,1,2,"Protecting your team builds loyalty."],["Let the server handle it, since it builds experience",-4,0,-1,0,"Staff need support."],["Firmly tell the guest off in front of everyone",-8,0,-3,0,"Escalating makes it worse."]]},{"t":"šµ Tip jar","s":"You notice a coworker taking extra from the shared tip jar.","c":[["Report it to the manager",7,20,0,2,"Fairness protects the whole team."],["Stay out of it, since it isnāt your money",-4,0,-1,0,"Unfairness spreads."],["Take a little extra too, since it evens out",-12,0,-4,0,"Thatās stealing."]]},{"t":"š„ Kitchen burn","s":"A cook burns their hand during a rush.","c":[["Stop to give first aid and cover their station",7,20,0,2,"People come before plates."],["Have them run it under water and get back to work",-8,0,-3,0,"Injuries get worse without care."],["Make a joke to keep the kitchen calm during the rush",-6,0,-2,0,"That hurts trust."]]},{"t":"āæ Accessibility","s":"A guest using a wheelchair canāt reach a table.","c":[["Rearrange to make a comfortable space",7,20,0,2,"Everyone deserves a great experience."],["Explain the room is full and suggest another time",-8,0,-3,0,"Thatās exclusion and may violate the law."],["Seat them by the kitchen door where thereās space",-5,0,-1,0,"Not a welcoming choice."]]}],"rk":[["Dishwasher","Corner Bistro","šŖ",2,2],["Line Cook","Corner Bistro","šŖ",3,3],["Sous Chef","Harbor Kitchen","šØāš³",4,3],["Chef de Cuisine","Harbor Kitchen","šØāš³",5,4],["Executive Chef","Grand Hotel","ā",6,5],["Celebrity Chef","Own Restaurant Group","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Trainee","š½ļø Server","šØāš³ Pro","š Expert","š Director","š Hospitality Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Fancy tasting menus","f","Feeding big crowds","c"],["Pick a vibe","Food trucks and street food","s","Elegant restaurants","f"],["What fits you?","Events and banquets","c","Bold, fast flavors","s"],["Which do you enjoy?","Weddings and parties","c","Fine details","f"]],"r":{"f":["Fine dining chef","You love precision. Fine dining chefs create artful tasting menus."],"c":["Catering chef","You love big events. Caterers cook for weddings and parties."],"s":["Street food chef","You love bold flavors. Street food chefs run trucks and stalls."]}},"about":{"does":"Chefs plan menus, cook food, lead kitchen teams, and keep everything safe and consistent during busy services.","day":["Prep ingredients before service","Run the line during dinner","Create a new special"],"skills":["Creativity","Stamina","Leadership"],"path":"Chefs learn through culinary school or by working up from line cook, and earn food safety certifications. Cooking at home is a great start.","real":"Real hospitality work means long shifts, weekends, strict food safety, and constant teamwork. This game simplifies all of that into yearly results."},"twist":{"k":"streak","name":"Perfect service streak","emo":"š„","desc":"String together strong years (good fit, no big losses) to build a streak. Each level boosts XP and results.","how":"A strong year means 70+ average fit, positive results, and no service with a big loss. Each strong year in a row adds to your Perfect service streak, up to 4. It multiplies XP by up to Ć2 and adds up to +2.4% to results. One weak year resets it.","hi":"Youāre on a roll!","lo":"Streak broken. Build it back up.","achName":"Perfect service streak keeper","achDesc":"Reach a 3-year streak"},"tips":["Services who canāt handle big swings need š§¼ Food safety and steady options.","Always keep each serviceās minimum in š§¼ Food safety.","Keep š§Ŗ One wild fusion menu at 25% or less.","Bolder services can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"š","name":"Recipe scale","gen":"recipe_scale","how":"Each year you scale a recipe for a bigger crowd."},"cast":{"scene":"š³ šØ āļø š ā","boss":["Chef Marcel","šØš»āš³","the head boss"],"buddy":["Nia","š©š¾āš³","your shift buddy"],"rival":["Gwen","š©š¼āš³","the rival across the street"]},"play":{"k":"recipe","u":"š§āš³","pot":"š²","potn":"pot"},"sh":{"p":"Ember & Oak Ā· Kitchen","h":[14,24],"m":["š½ļø Food quality","ā±ļø Ticket times","š§¼ Food safety"],"t":[["o","Dinner rush","Tickets just came in. What do you fire first? (All go out together.)",["Braised short rib (25 min)","Roast chicken (18 min)","Seared salmon (8 min)","Caesar salad (3 min)"],"Start the longest-cooking dish first so everything lands at the pass hot at the same time.",1],["c","š„ Server","Allergy alert","A guest has a severe peanut allergy. The sauce has peanut oil.",[["Remake it with clean tools and no peanut oil, and have the server confirm",[6,-4,16],"Allergies can kill. Clean tools prevent cross-contact.",2],["Scrape the sauce off this plate and send it out quickly",[-4,4,-20],"Traces can still cause a reaction.",0],["Tell the server the dish canāt be made and suggest another",[0,0,-6],"Better to make a safe dish.",1]]],["b","Station","Which station handles it?",["š„ Grill","š„ Garde manger (cold)","š³ SautĆ©"],[["Steak",0],["Salad",1],["Pan-seared scallops",2],["Burgers",0],["Cold appetizers",1],["Pasta sauce",2]],"Kitchens divide work by station.",1],["n","Recipe scaling","A recipe serves 4 and uses 300 g of rice. How much for 20 people?",1500,0,"g","20 Ć· 4 = 5. 300 Ć 5 = 1,500 g.",0],["s","Walk-in fridge","Tap the food safety problems.",[["Raw chicken on the bottom shelf",0],["Raw fish above cooked vegetables",1],["Everything labeled and dated",0],["Fridge at 46Ā°F",1],["Opened sauce with no date",1]],"Store raw meat low, keep it cold, and label everything.",2],["q","Done yet?","Rapid round: safe internal temperature reached?",["ā
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listā¦",["Allergens","Only prices","Only the bakery name"],0],["Safety","Burns","Hot sheet pans and sugar can cause burns.","Hot sugar canā¦",["Cause burns","Only stain clothes","Cool quickly"],0],["Business","Food costing","Pastry chefs price items based on ingredient costs.","Pricing is based onā¦",["Ingredient costs","Competitor prices only","Time only"],0],["Business","Consistency","Regulars expect the same great taste every time.","Regulars expectā¦",["Consistency","New recipes daily","Lower prices only"],0],["Business","Custom orders","Custom cakes need clear agreements on design and timing.","Custom orders needā¦",["Clear agreements","Only a deposit","Only a phone call"],0],["Business","Display","Beautiful displays sell more pastries.","Beautiful displaysā¦",["Sell more","Only matter in big cities","Raise costs only"],0],["Career path","Becoming a pastry chef","Pastry chefs learn in baking programs or apprenticeships.","Pastry chefs learn inā¦",["Baking programs","Restaurant 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sugar"],0],["Advanced pastry","Choux pastry","Choux pastry puffs from steam and is used for Ć©clairs and cream puffs.","Choux pastry puffs fromā¦",["Steam","Yeast","Baking soda only"],0],["Advanced pastry","Custards","Custards thicken as egg proteins set. Overheating causes curdling.","Overheating a custard causesā¦",["Curdling","Rising","Browning only"],0],["Advanced pastry","Meringue","Meringue is whipped egg whites and sugar. Any fat in the bowl can keep whites from whipping.","Egg whites may not whip if the bowl hasā¦",["Fat","Sugar","Air"],0],["Advanced pastry","Sugar stages","Cooked sugar goes through stages like soft ball and hard crack, each used for different candies.","Hard crack sugar is used forā¦",["Hard candies","Soft caramel","Bread"],0],["Advanced pastry","Plated desserts","Plated desserts balance textures and temperatures, like warm cake with cold ice cream.","Plated desserts balanceā¦",["Textures and temperatures","Only colors","Only size"],0],["Advanced pastry","Altitude baking","At high altitude, water boils at lower temperatures and doughs rise faster, so recipes need adjustments.","At high altitude, recipes needā¦",["Adjustments","No changes","More yeast always"],0],["Advanced pastry","Gluten-free baking","Gluten-free baking uses blends of flours and binders like xanthan gum.","Gluten-free baking often usesā¦",["Xanthan gum","Wheat flour","Bread flour"],0],["Advanced pastry","Production schedules","Bakeries plan production backward from opening time, timing mixing, proofing, and baking.","Bakeries plan production backward fromā¦",["Opening time","Closing time","Lunch"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š¦ Food safety slip","s":"A cook didnāt wash their hands after handling raw chicken.","c":[["Stop, have them wash, and sanitize the station",8,25,0,2,"Food safety prevents people from getting sick."],["Let it slide, since the chicken will be cooked anyway",-10,0,-3,0,"Cross-contamination can cause food poisoning."],["Serve the food, since it was already plated",-14,0,-4,0,"That puts guests at real risk."]]},{"t":"š„ Allergy question","s":"A guest asks if a dish has nuts and youāre not sure.","c":[["Check with the kitchen before answering",8,25,0,2,"Allergies can be life-threatening."],["Say no, since nuts arenāt listed on the menu",-14,0,-4,0,"A wrong guess can send someone to the hospital."],["Suggest they pick out any nuts they see",-12,0,-4,0,"Traces can still cause reactions."]]},{"t":"ā Bad review","s":"A guest posts an angry review online.","c":[["Respond politely, apologize, and fix the issue",7,20,0,2,"Gracious responses win back trust."],["Reply with your side so readers hear both stories",-8,0,-3,0,"Public fights scare away guests."],["Ask friends to post good reviews to balance it out",-14,0,-4,0,"Fake reviews are dishonest and can be illegal."]]},{"t":"šļø Leftover food","s":"At closing, thereās lots of good leftover food.","c":[["Donate it safely to a food bank",6,20,1,2,"Donating reduces waste and helps people."],["Throw it out, since donating takes too much time",-2,0,0,0,"A missed chance to help."],["Serve it tomorrow, since it was fine tonight",-10,0,-3,0,"Old food can be unsafe."]]},{"t":"š¤ Rude guest","s":"A guest yells at a young server.","c":[["Step in calmly and support your staff",7,20,1,2,"Protecting your team builds loyalty."],["Let the server handle it, since it builds experience",-4,0,-1,0,"Staff need support."],["Firmly tell the guest off in front of everyone",-8,0,-3,0,"Escalating makes it worse."]]},{"t":"šµ Tip jar","s":"You notice a coworker taking extra from the shared tip jar.","c":[["Report it to the manager",7,20,0,2,"Fairness protects the whole team."],["Stay out of it, since it isnāt your money",-4,0,-1,0,"Unfairness spreads."],["Take a little extra too, since it evens out",-12,0,-4,0,"Thatās stealing."]]},{"t":"š„ Kitchen burn","s":"A cook burns their hand during a rush.","c":[["Stop to give first aid and cover their station",7,20,0,2,"People come before plates."],["Have them run it under water and get back to work",-8,0,-3,0,"Injuries get worse without care."],["Make a joke to keep the kitchen calm during the rush",-6,0,-2,0,"That hurts trust."]]},{"t":"āæ Accessibility","s":"A guest using a wheelchair canāt reach a table.","c":[["Rearrange to make a comfortable space",7,20,0,2,"Everyone deserves a great experience."],["Explain the room is full and suggest another time",-8,0,-3,0,"Thatās exclusion and may violate the law."],["Seat them by the kitchen door where thereās space",-5,0,-1,0,"Not a welcoming choice."]]}],"rk":[["Bakerās Helper","Sunrise Bakery","š„",2,2],["Junior Baker","Sunrise Bakery","š„",3,3],["Pastry Cook","Le Petit Four","š§",4,3],["Pastry Chef","Le Petit Four","š§",5,4],["Executive Pastry Chef","Grand Hotel","ā",6,5],["Bakery Owner","Own Bakery","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Trainee","š½ļø Server","šØāš³ Pro","š Expert","š Director","š Hospitality Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Artisan bread","b","Wedding cakes","c"],["Pick a vibe","Chocolate sculptures","x","Early morning bread","b"],["What fits you?","Decorating","c","Chocolate science","x"],["Which do you enjoy?","Sourdough","b","Edible art","x"]],"r":{"b":["Artisan bread baker","You love bread. Artisan bakers craft loaves and sourdough."],"c":["Cake designer","You love decorating. Cake designers create showpiece cakes."],"x":["Chocolatier","You love chocolate. Chocolatiers make fine chocolates and sculptures."]}},"about":{"does":"Pastry chefs bake breads, pastries, cakes, and desserts with precise measurements, classic techniques, and creative designs, while keeping allergens safe.","day":["Laminate croissant dough","Decorate a wedding cake","Price a new pastry"],"skills":["Precision","Patience","Creativity"],"path":"Pastry chefs learn in baking programs or apprenticeships. Baking at home is a great start.","real":"Real hospitality work means long shifts, weekends, strict food safety, and constant teamwork. This game simplifies all of that into yearly results."},"twist":{"k":"meter","name":"Customer delight","emo":"š§","desc":"Your customer delight rises with well-fitted plans and smart calls. High customer delight boosts every serviceās results; low drags them down.","how":"You have a Customer delight meter from 0 to 100. Good-fit years and great obstacle calls raise it. Bad calls and rough years lower it. Above 50, every service gets a bonus. Below 50, a penalty.","hi":"Itās really paying off!","lo":"Itās slipping. Make smarter calls.","achName":"Customer delight master","achDesc":"Have 3 years with 85+ average fit"},"tips":["Services who canāt handle big swings need āļø Precise measuring and steady options.","Always keep each serviceās minimum in āļø Precise measuring.","Keep š§Ŗ One wild flavor at 25% or less.","Bolder services can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"āļø","name":"Scale the recipe","gen":"recipe_scale","how":"Each year you scale a recipe for a big order."},"cast":{"scene":"š³ šØ āļø š ā","boss":["Chef Marcel","šØš»āš³","the head boss"],"buddy":["Nia","š©š¾āš³","your shift buddy"],"rival":["Gwen","š©š¼āš³","the rival across the street"]},"play":{"k":"recipe","u":"š§āš³","pot":"š²","potn":"mixing bowl"},"sh":{"p":"Sugar Lab Bakery","h":[3,12],"m":["š§ Quality","ā±ļø Timing","šÆ Precision"],"t":[["n","Bakerās percentage","Bread uses 70% water by flour weight. You have 1,000 g of flour. How much water?",700,0,"g","1,000 Ć 0.70 = 700 g. 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Small changes matter.",2],["q","Measure by weight?","Rapid round: is weighing better than cups for accuracy?",["āļø Weigh it","š„ Spoon is fine"],[["Flour for bread",0],["A pinch of salt",1],["Sugar for macarons",0],["Vanilla extract (1 tsp)",1],["Butter for pastry",0]],"Professional bakers weigh most ingredients.",2],["s","Display case","Tap the problems.",[["Labels with allergens",0],["Cream pastries left out all day",1],["Fresh dated items",0],["Bare hands touching food",1]],"Food safety applies to sweets too.",0]]}},"restmgr":{"id":"restmgr","f":"hosp","desc":"Lead staff, manage costs, keep guests happy, and run a restaurant smoothly every night.","title":"Full House š½ļø","role":"Restaurant Manager","tag":"Run the restaurant, delight the guests.","emo":["š½ļø","š","š"],"unit":"","bigA":4000,"newsName":"Hospitality news","th":{"a":"#c2255c","b":"#1098ad","g1":"#f4d8e2","g2":"#d4ecf0","ad":"#d15c85","d1":"#431337","d2":"#11334d"},"pitch":"Run a busy restaurant, manage team and 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chargeā¦",["Fees that cut profit","Nothing","Customers only"],0],["Advanced restaurant management","Turnover costs","Replacing an employee costs time and money, so retention saves money.","Staff retentionā¦",["Saves money","Costs more","Doesnāt matter"],0],["Advanced restaurant management","Food safety culture","Managers model food safety habits so staff follow them even when busy.","Managers build food safety culture byā¦",["Modeling good habits","Skipping rules when busy","Only posting signs"],0],["Advanced restaurant management","Multi-unit management","Experienced managers may oversee several locations, comparing results and sharing best practices.","Multi-unit managers overseeā¦",["Several locations","One table","Only one shift"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š¦ Food safety slip","s":"A cook didnāt wash their hands after handling raw chicken.","c":[["Stop, have them wash, and sanitize the station",8,25,0,2,"Food safety prevents people from getting sick."],["Let it slide, since the chicken will 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during a rush.","c":[["Stop to give first aid and cover their station",7,20,0,2,"People come before plates."],["Have them run it under water and get back to work",-8,0,-3,0,"Injuries get worse without care."],["Make a joke to keep the kitchen calm during the rush",-6,0,-2,0,"That hurts trust."]]},{"t":"āæ Accessibility","s":"A guest using a wheelchair canāt reach a table.","c":[["Rearrange to make a comfortable space",7,20,0,2,"Everyone deserves a great experience."],["Explain the room is full and suggest another time",-8,0,-3,0,"Thatās exclusion and may violate the law."],["Seat them by the kitchen door where thereās space",-5,0,-1,0,"Not a welcoming choice."]]}],"rk":[["Host","Main Street Grill","š",2,2],["Server","Main Street Grill","š",3,3],["Assistant Manager","Harbor House","š½ļø",4,3],["General Manager","Harbor House","š½ļø",5,4],["Regional Manager","Tasty Group","ā",6,5],["Restaurant Owner","Own Restaurant","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Trainee","š½ļø Server","šØāš³ Pro","š Expert","š Director","š Hospitality Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Running one great restaurant","g","Managing many locations","r"],["Pick a vibe","Opening new concepts","o","Running smooth operations","g"],["What fits you?","Travel and big teams","r","Starting fresh ideas","o"],["Which do you enjoy?","Knowing every regular","g","Launching new spots","o"]],"r":{"g":["General manager","You love a team and a place. GMs run individual restaurants."],"r":["Regional manager","You think big. Regional managers oversee multiple restaurants."],"o":["Restaurant owner","You love building. Owners create and run their own concepts."]}},"about":{"does":"Restaurant managers lead staff, manage budgets and inventory, ensure food safety, handle guest concerns, and keep service running smoothly every day.","day":["Run a pre-shift meeting","Handle a guest complaint","Review food and labor costs"],"skills":["Leadership","Calm under pressure","Math"],"path":"Many managers start as servers or cooks and work up; hospitality degrees help. A host job is a great start.","real":"Real hospitality work means long shifts, weekends, strict food safety, and constant teamwork. This game simplifies all of that into yearly results."},"twist":{"k":"audit","name":"Health inspection","emo":"š","word":"health inspection","p":0.4,"desc":"Any year, a surprise health inspection can happen. Services with enough in š§¼ Health and safety and a solid plan pass.","how":"Each year thereās about a 40% chance of a surprise health inspection. Every service with at least its minimum in š§¼ Health and safety and a fit of 50+ passes (trust +5, +20 XP). Any that fail get a trust hit and a 5% penalty.","passMsg":"Everything checked out.","failMsg":"The health inspection found problems here. Penalty applied.","achName":"Inspection-proof","achDesc":"Pass 3 surprise health inspections"},"tips":["Services who canāt handle big swings need š§¼ Health and safety and steady options.","Always keep each serviceās minimum in š§¼ Health and safety.","Keep š§Ŗ One bold concept change at 25% or less.","Bolder services can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"šµ","name":"Budget check","gen":"budget_calc","how":"Each year you calculate the budget left after major costs."},"cast":{"scene":"š³ šØ āļø š ā","boss":["Chef Marcel","šØš»āš³","the head boss"],"buddy":["Nia","š©š¾āš³","your shift buddy"],"rival":["Gwen","š©š¼āš³","the rival across the street"]},"play":{"k":"crew","u":"š§āš³","pot":"š²","potn":"pot"},"sh":{"p":"Harbor Grill Ā· Front of House","h":[10,23],"m":["š Guest happiness","ā±ļø Service speed","šµ Profit"],"t":[["c","š” Table 12","Angry guest","A guestās food took 45 minutes and theyāre furious.",[["Apologize, fix it fast, and offer something to make it right",[14,4,-2],"Recovering service well can create loyal guests.",2],["Tell the guest the kitchen is short-staffed tonight",[-6,0,0],"Makes the restaurant look disorganized.",0],["Leave the table alone so the guest can cool down",[-16,0,0],"Theyāll post a bad review.",0]]],["n","Food cost","A dish sells for $24. Ingredients cost $7.20. Food cost percent?",30,0,"%","7.20 Ć· 24 Ć 100 = 30%. Many restaurants aim for 28ā35%.",2],["b","Staffing","Busy or slow shift?",["š Busy","š Slow"],[["Friday 7 PM",0],["Tuesday 3 PM",1],["Motherās Day brunch",0],["Monday after a holiday",1],["Saturday night",0]],"Scheduling to demand controls labor costs.",2],["o","Opening","Order the opening checklist.",["Check staff arrived","Check fridge temperatures","Set tables","Pre-shift meeting about specials","Unlock the doors"],"Consistent opening keeps service smooth.",1],["s","Health inspection prep","Tap the problems.",[["Handwashing sink stocked",0],["Server eating at the pass",1],["Sanitizer buckets ready",0],["Expired milk in the fridge",1],["Pest control log current",0]],"Managers make sure every shift is inspection-ready.",0],["q","Good service?","Rapid round",["ā
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","š"],"unit":"","bigA":4000,"newsName":"Hospitality news","th":{"a":"#ae3ec9","b":"#20c997","g1":"#f0dcf5","g2":"#d7f5ec","ad":"#c26ed7","d1":"#3e1a55","d2":"#164147"},"pitch":"Plan events from small parties to huge festivals, and see whether event planning fits you.","goal":"deliver smooth, memorable events on time and on budget, and keep clientsā trust.","w":{"cl":"service","cls":"services","val":"Guest score","total":"Total guest score","alloc":"Service plan","hor":"Season","trust":"Guest trust","mkt":"Travel season","Cl":"Service"},"opts":[{"id":"plan","n":"š Detailed timeline","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Plan every minute.","one":false},{"id":"backup","n":"ā Backup plans","risk":2,"base":3,"beta":0.2,"d":"Rain, delays, no-shows.","one":false},{"id":"std","n":"š Proven vendors","risk":3,"base":1.5,"beta":0.7,"d":"Reliable partners.","one":false},{"id":"wow","n":"āØ Wow moments","risk":4,"base":0,"beta":1,"d":"Fireworks and surprises, costly.","one":false},{"id":"new","n":"š§Ŗ 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needs.","Online registration tracksā¦",["Attendees and dietary needs","Weather","Traffic"],0],["Advanced event planning","Crowd flow","Planners design layouts so guests move smoothly between entrances, sessions, and food.","Good layouts help guestsā¦",["Move smoothly","Get lost","Wait longer"],0],["Advanced event planning","Sustainable events","Sustainable events cut waste with reusable materials and local food.","Sustainable events cut waste withā¦",["Reusable materials","More plastic","Extra printing"],0],["Advanced event planning","Measuring ROI","Planners measure return on investment with attendance, surveys, and sales results.","Event ROI can be measured withā¦",["Surveys and sales results","Only decorations","Nothing"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š¦ Food safety slip","s":"A cook didnāt wash their hands after handling raw chicken.","c":[["Stop, have them wash, and sanitize the station",8,25,0,2,"Food safety prevents people from getting sick."],["Let it slide, since the chicken will be cooked 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","ask":"A big opportunity is up for grabs this year. How do you go for it?","o":[["Safe: lean on your solid record","likely win, small reward",0.75,15,2,2],["Balanced: a strong plan with proof","medium odds, medium reward",0.5,35,5,5],["Bold: promise something huge","long shot, big reward",0.25,70,10,10]],"winMsg":"You won it!","loseMsg":"Someone else got it.","desc":"Each year a big client booking comes up. Better fit across your services raises your odds.","how":"Every year you choose a safe, balanced, or bold approach for a big client booking. Bold is less likely to work but pays more XP and boosts one service. Losing costs trust. Your average fit and rank raise the odds.","achName":"Client booking winner","achDesc":"Win 3 big opportunities"},"tips":["Services who canāt handle big swings need š Detailed timeline and steady options.","Always keep each serviceās minimum in š Detailed timeline.","Keep š§Ŗ One untested venue at 25% or less.","Bolder services can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"š
","name":"Event budget","gen":"budget_calc","how":"Each year you calculate how much of an event budget is left."},"cast":{"scene":"š³ šØ āļø š ā","boss":["Chef Marcel","šØš»āš³","the head boss"],"buddy":["Nia","š©š¾āš³","your shift buddy"],"rival":["Gwen","š©š¼āš³","the rival across the street"]},"play":{"k":"grid","u":"š§āš³","pot":"š²","potn":"pot"},"sh":{"p":"Celebrate Events Co.","h":[8,23],"m":["š Guest experience","šµ Budget","š
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International crew fly long-haul routes."],"t":["Inflight trainer","You love teaching. Trainers prepare new flight attendants."],"p":["Private jet flight attendant","You love luxury. Private jet crew serve VIP travelers."]}},"about":{"does":"Flight attendants keep passengers safe and comfortable. They check emergency equipment, give safety briefings, handle medical issues and emergencies, and provide service.","day":["Check emergency equipment","Handle turbulence","Help a passenger in need"],"skills":["Calm","Service skills","Teamwork"],"path":"Airlines train new flight attendants for several weeks; FAA certification is required. Customer service and first aid are great starts.","real":"Real hospitality work means long shifts, weekends, strict food safety, and constant teamwork. This game simplifies all of that into yearly results."},"twist":{"k":"audit","name":"FAA safety check","emo":"š","word":"faa safety check","p":0.4,"desc":"Any year, a surprise faa safety check can happen. Services with enough in š Safety procedures and a solid plan pass.","how":"Each year thereās about a 40% chance of a surprise faa safety check. Every service with at least its minimum in š Safety procedures and a fit of 50+ passes (trust +5, +20 XP). Any that fail get a trust hit and a 5% penalty.","passMsg":"Everything checked out.","failMsg":"The faa safety check found problems here. Penalty applied.","achName":"Inspection-proof","achDesc":"Pass 3 surprise faa safety checks"},"tips":["Services who canāt handle big swings need š Safety procedures and steady options.","Always keep each serviceās minimum in š Safety procedures.","Keep š§Ŗ One new service idea at 25% or less.","Bolder services can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"āļø","name":"Cabin call","how":"Each year you handle a cabin situation.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"Oxygen masks drop. What should a parent do first?","opts":["Put on their own mask, then help their child","Help the child first","Wait","Stand up"],"ok":0,"why":"You canāt help others if you pass out."},{"kind":"mc","q":"Strong turbulence is expected. Whatās the most important step?","opts":["Make sure everyone is seated with seatbelts on","Serve hot drinks","Open the bins","Walk the aisles"],"ok":0,"why":"Seatbelts prevent turbulence injuries."},{"kind":"mc","q":"A passenger collapses and isnāt breathing. What do you do?","opts":["Start CPR, get the AED, and call for medical help","Wait to land","Give them water","Ignore it"],"ok":0,"why":"Crew are trained in CPR and AED use."}]},"cast":{"scene":"š³ šØ āļø š ā","boss":["Chef Marcel","šØš»āš³","the head boss"],"buddy":["Nia","š©š¾āš³","your shift buddy"],"rival":["Gwen","š©š¼āš³","the rival across the street"]},"play":{"k":"crew","u":"š§āāļø","pot":"š²","potn":"pot"},"sh":{"p":"Skyward Airlines Ā· Flight 482","h":[6,14],"m":["š Safety","š Passenger comfort","ā±ļø On-time"],"t":[["o","Before takeoff","Order the steps.",["Check emergency equipment","Board passengers","Secure bags and close bins","Safety demonstration","Cabin check: belts, seats up","Take your jump seat"],"Safety checks come before comfort.",0],["c","š Passenger","Refuses to buckle up","A passenger refuses to fasten their seatbelt during turbulence.",[["Calmly explain itās required, and tell the captain if they still refuse",[12,0,4],"Flight attendants enforce federal safety rules.",2],["Let them be, since turbulence usually passes quickly",[-16,4,0],"Turbulence injuries are real.",0],["Firmly order them to buckle up in front of the whole cabin",[0,-12,0],"Stay professional.",0]]],["b","Emergency equipment","What is it for?",["š« Oxygen","š„ Fire","š©ŗ Medical"],[["Drop-down masks",0],["Halon extinguisher",1],["AED",2],["Smoke hood",1],["First aid kit",2]],"Attendants train on every piece of equipment.",0],["q","Allowed in carry-on?","Rapid round (U.S. rules)",["ā
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Passengers each?",50,0,"passengers","150 Ć· 3 = 50.",1]]}},"foodtruck":{"id":"foodtruck","f":"hosp","desc":"Run your own food truck: create the menu, find the best spots, and serve hungry crowds.","title":"Street Eats š","role":"Food Truck Owner","tag":"Your kitchen on wheels.","emo":["š","š®","š„"],"unit":"","bigA":2000,"newsName":"Hospitality news","th":{"a":"#fab005","b":"#e03131","g1":"#fef1d2","g2":"#f9dada","ad":"#fbc444","d1":"#533a1e","d2":"#4c162b"},"pitch":"Start and grow a food truck business, and see whether being a food truck owner fits you.","goal":"serve delicious, safe food and grow a loyal following, and keep customersā trust.","w":{"cl":"service","cls":"services","val":"Guest score","total":"Total guest score","alloc":"Service plan","hor":"Season","trust":"Guest trust","mkt":"Travel season","Cl":"Service"},"opts":[{"id":"safety","n":"š§¼ Food safety","risk":1,"base":3,"beta":0,"d":"Pass every inspection.","one":false},{"id":"menu","n":"š® Tight 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liability insurance to protect against accidents and claims.","Food trucks needā¦",["Vehicle and liability insurance","Only life insurance","Nothing"],0],["Advanced food truck business","Supply chain","Owners buy from wholesalers and local farms, balancing cost and quality.","Owners balance supplies byā¦",["Cost and quality","Color","Packaging only"],0],["Advanced food truck business","Scaling up","Successful trucks may add trucks or open a restaurant.","Successful trucks mayā¦",["Open a restaurant","Stop selling","Close"],0],["Advanced food truck business","Taxes","Owners collect sales tax and keep records for income taxes.","Food truck owners collectā¦",["Sales tax","No taxes","Only tips"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š¦ Food safety slip","s":"A cook didnāt wash their hands after handling raw chicken.","c":[["Stop, have them wash, and sanitize the station",8,25,0,2,"Food safety prevents people from getting sick."],["Let it slide, since the chicken will be cooked 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rush.","c":[["Stop to give first aid and cover their station",7,20,0,2,"People come before plates."],["Have them run it under water and get back to work",-8,0,-3,0,"Injuries get worse without care."],["Make a joke to keep the kitchen calm during the rush",-6,0,-2,0,"That hurts trust."]]},{"t":"āæ Accessibility","s":"A guest using a wheelchair canāt reach a table.","c":[["Rearrange to make a comfortable space",7,20,0,2,"Everyone deserves a great experience."],["Explain the room is full and suggest another time",-8,0,-3,0,"Thatās exclusion and may violate the law."],["Seat them by the kitchen door where thereās space",-5,0,-1,0,"Not a welcoming choice."]]}],"rk":[["Truck Helper","Taco Wheels","š®",2,2],["Line Cook","Taco Wheels","š®",3,3],["Food Truck Owner","Own Truck","š",4,3],["Two-Truck Owner","Own Fleet","š",5,4],["Restaurant Founder","Own Restaurant","ā",6,5],["Food Empire Founder","Street Eats Inc.","š",8,0]],"lv":["š± Trainee","š½ļø Server","šØāš³ Pro","š Expert","š Director","š Hospitality Legend"],"cc":{"q":[["Which sounds better?","Cooking every day","c","Running the business side","b"],["Pick a vibe","Festivals","e","Spreadsheets","b"],["What fits you?","Big crowds","e","Perfecting recipes","c"],["Which do you enjoy?","New dishes","c","Event planning","e"]],"r":{"c":["Chef-owner","You love cooking. Chef-owners create every dish."],"b":["Restaurant entrepreneur","You love business. Entrepreneurs grow food brands."],"e":["Event caterer","You love big events. Event caterers feed festivals and parties."]}},"about":{"does":"Food truck owners run mobile restaurants: they create menus, prep and cook, find great locations, market on social media, follow food safety rules, and manage money.","day":["Prep food at a commissary","Serve a lunch rush","Post todayās location"],"skills":["Cooking","Business skills","Grit"],"path":"Many owners worked in kitchens first and learned business skills. Bake sales and school fairs are great starts.","real":"Real hospitality work means long shifts, weekends, strict food safety, and constant teamwork. This game simplifies all of that into yearly results."},"twist":{"k":"runway","name":"Cash on hand","emo":"šµ","start":12,"burn":3,"desc":"Each year costs fuel, food, and repairs. Good sales add cash back. If cash runs out, the truck closes.","how":"You start with 12 months of cash on hand. Each year costs about 3 months. Good results add months back, and keeping more in the safest option helps. Great obstacle calls add a month; bad ones cost two. Hit zero and your career ends.","hi":"Still in good shape.","lo":"That cost you. Watch it.","brokeMsg":"Your truck ran out of cash and had to close.","achName":"Still standing","achDesc":"Reach year 8 without running out"},"tips":["Services who canāt handle big swings need š§¼ Food safety and steady options.","Always keep each serviceās minimum in š§¼ Food safety.","Keep š§Ŗ One viral menu item at 25% or less.","Bolder services can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"š®","name":"Scale the batch","gen":"recipe_scale","how":"Each year you scale a recipe for a big event."},"cast":{"scene":"š³ šØ āļø š ā","boss":["Chef Marcel","šØš»āš³","the head boss"],"buddy":["Nia","š©š¾āš³","your shift buddy"],"rival":["Gwen","š©š¼āš³","the rival across the street"]},"play":{"k":"recipe","u":"š§āš³","pot":"š²","potn":"pot"},"sh":{"p":"Taco Rocket Food Truck","h":[10,21],"m":["š® Food","šµ Profit","ā±ļø Line speed"],"t":[["c","š Location","Where to park?","You can park downtown (busy lunch, $40 fee) or at a park (free, quieter).",[["Downtown on weekdays, the park on weekends, based on crowds",[0,12,6],"Go where your customers are.",2],["Always park at the park, since thereās no fee",[0,-6,-4],"Missing weekday lunch rush.",1],["Park in a no-parking zone downtown to skip the fee",[0,-12,0],"Fines and lost permits.",0]]],["n","Break-even","Daily costs are $300. 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safety","Music","Decor"],0],["Advanced cafĆ© business","Opening a second location","A second location needs systems and trained managers so quality stays consistent.","A second location needsā¦",["Systems and trained managers","No planning","Only a sign"],0]],"ev":[{"t":"š¦ Food safety slip","s":"A cook didnāt wash their hands after handling raw chicken.","c":[["Stop, have them wash, and sanitize the station",8,25,0,2,"Food safety prevents people from getting sick."],["Let it slide, since the chicken will be cooked anyway",-10,0,-3,0,"Cross-contamination can cause food poisoning."],["Serve the food, since it was already plated",-14,0,-4,0,"That puts guests at real risk."]]},{"t":"š„ Allergy question","s":"A guest asks if a dish has nuts and youāre not sure.","c":[["Check with the kitchen before answering",8,25,0,2,"Allergies can be life-threatening."],["Say no, since nuts arenāt listed on the menu",-14,0,-4,0,"A wrong guess can send someone to the hospital."],["Suggest they pick out 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Head baristas master every drink."],"r":["Coffee roaster","You love flavor. Roasters develop beans and blends."],"o":["CafĆ© entrepreneur","You love business. Entrepreneurs build cafĆ© brands."]}},"about":{"does":"CafĆ© owners run coffee shops: they build menus, train baristas, manage money and inventory, keep things clean and safe, and create a cozy community space.","day":["Train a new barista","Order beans and milk","Host a community event"],"skills":["People skills","Business sense","Passion"],"path":"Many cafĆ© owners started as baristas and learned business skills. A barista job is a perfect start.","real":"Real hospitality work means long shifts, weekends, strict food safety, and constant teamwork. This game simplifies all of that into yearly results."},"twist":{"k":"meter","name":"Regulars","emo":"ā","desc":"Your regulars rises with well-fitted plans and smart calls. 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Make smarter calls.","achName":"Regulars master","achDesc":"Have 3 years with 85+ average fit"},"tips":["Services who canāt handle big swings need š§¼ Health and safety and steady options.","Always keep each serviceās minimum in š§¼ Health and safety.","Keep š§Ŗ One trendy drink at 25% or less.","Bolder services can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"ā","name":"CafĆ© budget","gen":"budget_calc","how":"Each year you calculate how much of your budget is left after major costs."},"cast":{"scene":"š³ šØ āļø š ā","boss":["Chef Marcel","šØš»āš³","the head boss"],"buddy":["Nia","š©š¾āš³","your shift buddy"],"rival":["Gwen","š©š¼āš³","the rival across the street"]},"play":{"k":"recipe","u":"š§āš³","pot":"š²","potn":"blender"},"sh":{"p":"The Daily Grind CafĆ©","h":[5,16],"m":["ā Quality","šµ Profit","š Regulars"],"t":[["n","Price","A latte costs $1.40 to make. You want a 70% profit margin on the price. Price? 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High guest smiles boosts every serviceās results; low drags them down.","how":"You have a Guest smiles meter from 0 to 100. Good-fit years and great obstacle calls raise it. Bad calls and rough years lower it. Above 50, every service gets a bonus. Below 50, a penalty.","hi":"Itās really paying off!","lo":"Itās slipping. Make smarter calls.","achName":"Guest smiles master","achDesc":"Have 3 years with 85+ average fit"},"tips":["Services who canāt handle big swings need š”ļø Ride safety checks and steady options.","Always keep each serviceās minimum in š”ļø Ride safety checks.","Keep š§Ŗ One wild new attraction at 25% or less.","Bolder services can take more risk, but spread it out."],"task":{"emo":"š¢","name":"Park call","how":"Each year you make a key park decision.","list":[{"kind":"mc","q":"Lightning is spotted nearby on a busy day. What do you do?","opts":["Close outdoor rides until it passes","Keep everything running","Close only the gift shop","Sell umbrellas only"],"ok":0,"why":"Lightning closures protect riders."},{"kind":"mc","q":"A rideās restraint check fails during morning tests. Whatās right?","opts":["Keep it closed until fixed and retested","Open it anyway","Open it for adults only","Hide the test"],"ok":0,"why":"Rides open only after passing safety tests."},{"kind":"mc","q":"Lines are two hours long. 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