Today we had a breakfast for business people, and then an afternoon session for the young adults interested in starting a business. Most of it was an exercise in discovering who is who. About 20 folk came to the breakfast, and then in the afternoon, eight young adults.
It is a little strange looking into a new culture, and a new economy, and seeing so much in common with South Africa. The same catch-22 exists for the inexperienced entering the market place: all jobs require 2-3 years experience, but how do you get your 2-3 years to start with? I want to put out the challenge to employers / those involved in HR and recruiting everywhere: COME UP WITH A BETTER SOLUTION.
The young man or young woman starts out on the journey of life and work with closed doors. This does little to fan to flame all the potential in the next generation. We need internship programs. We need to invest into these lives that right now can give us nothing in return. (They will even cost you money!). Jesus said something about inviting someone to dinner who couldn't invite you back. The point is, we must not only do what advantages us. I am not running a business. But maybe you are. Do something!
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