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Transformation Occurs Only Outside The Comfort Zone

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You are deluding yourself if you think that you can transform by only changing things on the outside. That is called window dressing. I am busy doing some background research to assist youth in preparation of career planning for their future. Listed amongst the scarce skills in South Africa   last year was "Philosophers, Historians and Political Scientists". Source:  The Best Schools How would one prepare youth to pursue such jobs and would youth qualify to apply for these positions? Would they be interested?   Which demographic would this appeal to more and where would recruiters go to find people with these scarce skills?  Do philosophers, historians or political scientists apply for jobs? Here is tangible proof that it is time to change the way we teach, learn and even the way we prepare for recruitment. As organisations seek to reduce costs, Baby Boomers are beginning to get a little jittery around the prospects of losing their jobs to millen

Sustainable Entrepreneurial Development on a Platter

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This is a simple solution that solves several huge problems, is sustainable and can be replicated, whilst providing jobs for others. Transformational Leaders are Curious - Watch the 1 minute video below to find out more Source: https://www.facebook.com/nasdaily/videos/923131654505654/ Some believe that entrepreneurship is only about making money. It is true that is one of the reasons for becoming an entrepreneur but if your business does not solve problems, how sustainable would it be? Anna and her partners solve several problems. The recycling of milk cartons provides building materials for homes and furniture, whilst recycling trash. It provides the opportunity for several entrepreneurs to create businesses in waste treatment, construction, furniture making, distribution, marketing and sales. That is a sustainable development project for an entire community. The possible challenges that this project may face are lack of water, required to wash and process the raw produ