Archive for December, 2013
Posted by Jim Nelson on December 30, 2013
The China Talent War can be won with the right focus. I just fell upon a slightly dated article from HRM Asia that is of enduring value. Here is a quote from that article. With an abundance of university graduates available, the issue is not talent but suitability, says Elizabeth Martin-Chua who was formerly Senior Vice-President, […]
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Posted by Jim Nelson on December 23, 2013
China Employer Branding is a topic in the West and needs more thought for Western Companies in China. Being professionals in getting the best people for Western Companies in China, we know China Employer Branding is happening whether companies like it or not. Companies that manage poorly and misuse workers and have bad bosses are […]
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Posted by Jim Nelson on December 16, 2013
Chinese self esteem is on display on the Moon more so than their technology for all who care to think about it. China made world headlines this week putting a rover on the moon that is out digging now. See a story on that here if you have not already. Why do I say this […]
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Posted by Jim Nelson on December 9, 2013
The passage of the Bali Package WTO is good news for World Trade and therefore news for Western Companies with an interest in China. I wrote some time ago that too much food is the biggest problem holding up the Doha Round. That is the case, but at least an agreement has been signed putting the […]
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Posted by Jim Nelson on December 6, 2013
Nelson Mandela is a great man. He has passed away, but may his dream live on and grow. His resume is also a lesson to all of us. What were his qualifications to be President of South Africa? Progressive experience in consistently higher levels of authority? President Mandela’s resume said 27 years mining lime in […]
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Posted by Jim Nelson on December 2, 2013
Research and Design people in China are a hot issue and should be. China has talented engineers, and the Chinese market is the future. Everyone with any interest in having design engineers internationally should have at least one preferably with oversight in China. Most companies need Specific Design ability, English, and Trustworthiness. However, the competition […]
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