Articles Archive for March 2009
CEO, Project Management »
Now that you have your business objectives that are measurable as defined by your strategy you need to look at the initiatives (programs) you need to undertake. Simply put, a program is a series of related or unrelated projects that further a certain goal. Just to drive home the point, the program is a portfolio of projects designed to achieve your organizational goal (strategy). Having a good program management also ensures your resources are prioritized and aligned.
Economics »
If I were an American International Group Inc. (AIG) employee I would quit – in a hurry. I’d rather be at home than become a government employee. Isn’t that what an AIG employee has now become? “Because the government gave me money, I got to do what the government asks me to.” I cannot run my business (unit) without thinking if my actions are going to upset the government and public. Today it is the retention bonuses – tomorrow I’ll be told I can’t make money. AIG won’t be returning to profitability any time soon in this scenario
Events »
[ March 25, 2009; 1:00 am to 2:00 am. ] Hosted by: Clear Risk
Purpose: This is a free one hour webinar open to all members of the St. John’s business community. Get an introduction on how LinkedIn can help your business and power your career.
Who should attend: CEOs, Sales and Marketing Executives. Partners and Senior Managers of Professional Services Firms. Recruiters, HR and Organizational Development [...]
Economics »
How would you react when you notice a bunch of sharks keeping their distance from a bloodied meal? Imagine in your mind’s eye: speculators and hedge funds (sharks) circling around the meat (the US dollar), but still apprehensive to go in for the kill. After all we are talking about the world’s largest economy, albeit a one on crutches. Why haven’t we seen a hammering of the US dollar as we have seen in past crisis across the globe? Being the vehicle currency, the US dollar enjoys dominant share in central banks’ reserve portfolio worldwide. While there are some countries who have reduced their exposure to the US dollar, no country has given up trading in the US dollar altogether.
Events »
[ March 31, 2009; 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] The labour market is changing. Do you under understand how to use labour market information to your advantage? Labour market information is critical to implementing the right recruitment and retention solution at the right time. During this session, Samuel LeBreton from Service Canada will explain how to understand and use labour market information, review products that are available to help you assess the pool of potential employees, and provide a brief overview of the labour market in Saint John.
