National Edition - October 8, 2006
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For every problem, a cut-rate solution
In this age of high-tech, low job security, hyper-specialization and far-flung outsourcing, there's a vast array of tasks that people are subcontracting to others, which vary from the mundane to the peculiar. This article examines who's supplying what to whom, in terms of these new niche economies.
(Source: Wired)
Vocational education poised for comeback
There's increasing evidence that today's Renaissance men, products of liberal arts university educations, have turned out to be a bunch of misunderstood slackers - akin to Prince Hal in Shakespeare's Henry IV. So, there's a sudden rebirth of artisan guilds, master craftsmen, apprentices and learned trades. Indeed, in the words of Falstaff, "'Tis no sin for a man to labor in his vocation." (1.2.108)
(Source: Associated Press)
Glamour jobs beyond the cubicle
Perhaps the answer to finding your dream job is right in front of your nose, but you just don't realize it. If you're blah about your current job, is there something else you obsess about during your off hours? If so, then begin to think about how to turn it into a money-making proposition. Also, looking back to what you enjoyed most about your schooling could provide other clues.
(Source: KVOA)
Can we talk?
Email, messaging and other new online collaborative applications may not be the answer to tapping the creativity and brilliance of employees. A greater number of organizational behavior gurus are espousing the irreplaceable value of face-to-face and informal encounters around the workplace as key for imparting company knowledge and news.
(Source: Canadian Business)
Witch doctors giving out sick leave in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe is one of many nations with a tradition of remedies that predate the advent of modern medicine. Now, the local shamans and other healers of this African country can give their patients sick leave from work. Although this decision has more to do with the country's crumbing health-care infrastructure, the silver lining in this story is that it does constitute recognition of these age-old healing practices.
(Source: CNEWS, Canoe.ca)
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Do you know your prospective employer? A survey of 100 Canadian executives revealed some of the
common mistakes candidates make in job interviews
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34 cited lack of knowledge about the enterprise. |
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26 identified a lack of preparation to discuss skills and experience. |
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11 mentioned limited enthusiasm. |
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Other errors included arriving late, a lack of eye contact and talking too much. One executive complained of inappropriate dress. |
(Source: CBC)
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