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Bridging the skills gap
According to the Statistical Institute of Jamaica, as of October 2006, the unemployment rate in Jamaica was 9.6%. While this represents an overall decline compared to say, 2004, unemployment in Jamaica is still high


Five persons your career depends on
Creating a successful career depends on an individual’s potential, competence, and drive. In many circumstances, it also depends on the people supporting the individual.


The Company Owes You Nothing
One of the most powerful lessons I ever learned was from a friend of mine who was almost laid off.


Ringing in the high note
The mobile revolution has redefined the way we communicate. This boom has also opened new and exciting opportunities for the incumbents.
The telecom industry is ringing a new high; with the mobile subscriber base steadily coming close to the fixed line s


Early Lessons
Last week I wrote the first in the two part series on the 10 Working Basics that a young professional needs to learn when they first come into the workforce.


Planning to retire one day?
I am only 25, and that’s much too early to think about retirement. Right now, my aim is to enjoy life and not think about retiring.
I can’t believe it! I am retiring next year and I don’t know how I am going to cope. I thought I was prepared but … obvi


How to sell an idea
Got an idea that could kick your career into overdrive? You'll need support to make it happen-from your own boss, a financial backer, or even a decision-maker at another company. Here's how to sell your idea to the people who can turn it into reality.


Combining Children and Career Successfully
When Karen Steede-Terry moved to a new city to be with her new husband, she faced what so many women face: having to quit her own job and find another in her field in an area where she may have few or no friends, colleagues, or contacts.


Leveraging Your Relationship with Existing Customers
Your business will only thrive by attracting customers. It is important to understand why your customers chose you. Was it your price? Your products? Because of a special offer? Once you know why you’ve attracted these customers, you’ll have a unique oppo


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