- From 1990 until a year ago we have operated with a good warm feeling about everything we do
- Many analysts continue to forecast the worst is yet to come when it comes to the economic climate
- the role HR plays now is fundamental to creating a new band of great leaders. Are you up to the challenge?
Paul Kennedy, HR Director at sportswear company New Balance explains the test leaders should set themselves, and why it's important to be honest when looking in the mirror...
Since 1990 we have operated with a calm economy, successful organisations, low unemployment and generally a good warm feeling about everything that we do.
In the last 12 months, the world has gone mad, economies are in deep recession, organisations are laying employees off, industrial unrest is gripping the country, growth in the economy is negligible and employees are living in a world of fear about their futures, thinking about their ability to continue to support their lifestyle and more importantly, their families.
The turbulance and chaos that has gripped so many organisations has been relentless and shows only a few signs of letting up: indeed, many analysts continue to forecast the worst is yet to come.
