The Domino Effect and How it Can Help Writers Advance Their Novels
Like a domino, a novel can have many different layers. But no matter how intricately a writer builds the scenes of her story, they must be connected to one another in such a way that when a scene is added, it naturally influences the ones that came before. This is called the domino effect. This article explores ways that the domino effect can help writers to advance their narrative in an interesting and engaging way.
Dominoes are rectangular tiles with a square, or sometimes circular, design on one side and a pattern of dots (often called pips) on the other. The pips are an important part of the domino effect, as they allow the player to determine which end of the chain a domino will fall onto. They also provide a way for players to track their progress in positional games.
The earliest known dominoes are believed to have come from China in the 12th or 13th century, arriving in England around the 18th Century (probably via French prisoners of war). They were popular in inns and taverns at this time.
Western dominoes are most often used in positional games where a player must place a tile on the table edge to edge with an adjacent tile, positioning it so that both ends of the chain show the same number (usually a value which is useful or distasteful to the opponent). Then each player in turn plays a domino so that when it falls, it adds to the existing chain. The goal is to build a domino chain with the highest possible total.
When a domino falls, much of its potential energy is converted to kinetic energy (energy of motion). This energy is then transmitted to the next domino, which gives it a push that causes it to fall as well. Energy then continues traveling from domino to domino, until the last one topples.
Dominoes can be made of a variety of materials. The most common is bone, but sets have also been made from silver lip ocean pearl oyster shell (mother of pearl), ivory, and a dark hardwood such as ebony. Typically, they have a black or white pips inlaid or painted on the tiles. Some modern sets have a more contemporary look and are made of plastic, resin, or metal.
When it comes to business, the domino effect can be positive or negative. A company that is able to effectively communicate with its employees can create a domino effect of trust and goodwill. This can lead to increased productivity and a more pleasant work environment for everyone involved. In order to accomplish this, companies must listen closely to their employees, ensuring that they are able to identify and address any issues. In addition, companies need to be consistent in their messaging so that they can maintain a domino effect of trust and goodwill. For example, the company Domino’s recently received the Detroit Free Press Top Workplaces award for their emphasis on listening to customers and employees. This has led to improved customer satisfaction and a domino effect of success for the entire company.