Archive | November 2011
Nov
16
Save on office costs, not skill
People matter. That’s why we employ, train, council and discipline them. Sure, they provide a product or service that ultimately produces some sort of revenue generation but people are at the heart and spirit of an organisation. Spirit is however a double-edged sword – it’s great to have, but as soon as some resistance is applied in its direction, the resulting fight is fuelled by... Read More >>
Nov
08
Is there a Global Skills Gap?
There has been much economic scaremongering over the past few years – the media certainly doesn’t like to give an easy ride to any aspect of the GFC. However, the figure that remains surprising – considering the high percentage of unemployment there is in America – is that there are as many as 5 million unfilled job positions across the country. But are American businesses to blame?... Read More >>