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Week 46, 2008
STOP PRESS......
New Employent and Support Allowance scheme launched
The new Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) is tailor made for disabled people and people with ill-health and is part of the Government's radical welfare reforms, which aim to get 1 million people off incapacity benefits by 2015.
From the 27th October, new claimants who cannot work due to ill-health or disability will be able to claim ESA. Within weeks of making a claim, they will have their capability assessed by an expert health professional through the new Work Capability Assessment, which is designed to look at what people can do rather than what they can't. Its aim is to ensure that those who can work are given the help and support they need to get back to work and will make sure that no-one is written off and consigned to a life on benefits.
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Tip of the week
Tough Times Call for Tough Leaders
In a difficult economic climate, toughness - character, resilience, and standards count for a lot.
Tough leaders stand up for their beliefs and work till they reach their goals and, under pressure, they remain in control without letting panic take hold.
How to detect internal toughness in a person? One sign is humility. Can the individual admit to making mistakes and squarely face the consequences? Those who demand accountability from others should demonstrate it themselves. Another sign is a willingness to learn. Does the person look at a mistake as a chance to grow? Look especially for signs of adaptability and resilience--stormy economic conditions call for a leader who can bend without breaking.
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Article of the week
Seven things that surprise CEOs
In the newly released book On Competition, Professor Michael E. Porter updates his classic articles on the competitive forces that shape strategy. This article is the excerpt from his book advising company directors on how to avoid getting absorbed in the role so much that they lose focus and control.
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Newsflash of the week
Helping small and medium sized businesses through the economic slow down
A package of further support to help small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) to bear the impact of the current global economic challenges was announced by the Government. The package focuses on the things SMEs have identified as top priorities - cash flow, access to finance and training for staff - and will
-Help SMEs to be paid faster by public sector organisations.
-Offer free "Health Checks" in England for businesses through Business Link
-Provide financial information to help UK businesses to maintain cash flow, secure finance and limit problems caused by late or non-payment.
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Event of the week
Business North West
When: 19-20 November 2008
Where: Manchester Central (Formerly G-Mex)
Cost: free
This B2B event, now in its third successful year, is designed for owners, directors and entrepreneurs running small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs), to help them gain advice, information and inspiration through a diverse seminar programme and large exhibition. Click here to register.
Week 46, 2008
STOP PRESS......
New Employent and Support Allowance scheme launched
The new Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) is tailor made for disabled people and people with ill-health and is part of the Government's radical welfare reforms, which aim to get 1 million people off incapacity benefits by 2015.
From the 27th October, new claimants who cannot work due to ill-health or disability will be able to claim ESA. Within weeks of making a claim, they will have their capability assessed by an expert health professional through the new Work Capability Assessment, which is designed to look at what people can do rather than what they can't. Its aim is to ensure that those who can work are given the help and support they need to get back to work and will make sure that no-one is written off and consigned to a life on benefits.
.
Tip of the week
Tough Times Call for Tough Leaders
In a difficult economic climate, toughness - character, resilience, and standards count for a lot.
Tough leaders stand up for their beliefs and work till they reach their goals and, under pressure, they remain in control without letting panic take hold.
How to detect internal toughness in a person? One sign is humility. Can the individual admit to making mistakes and squarely face the consequences? Those who demand accountability from others should demonstrate it themselves. Another sign is a willingness to learn. Does the person look at a mistake as a chance to grow? Look especially for signs of adaptability and resilience--stormy economic conditions call for a leader who can bend without breaking.
.
Article of the week
Seven things that surprise CEOs
In the newly released book On Competition, Professor Michael E. Porter updates his classic articles on the competitive forces that shape strategy. This article is the excerpt from his book advising company directors on how to avoid getting absorbed in the role so much that they lose focus and control.
.
Newsflash of the week
Helping small and medium sized businesses through the economic slow down
A package of further support to help small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) to bear the impact of the current global economic challenges was announced by the Government. The package focuses on the things SMEs have identified as top priorities - cash flow, access to finance and training for staff - and will
-Help SMEs to be paid faster by public sector organisations.
-Offer free "Health Checks" in England for businesses through Business Link
-Provide financial information to help UK businesses to maintain cash flow, secure finance and limit problems caused by late or non-payment.
.
Event of the week
Business North West
When: 19-20 November 2008
Where: Manchester Central (Formerly G-Mex)
Cost: free
This B2B event, now in its third successful year, is designed for owners, directors and entrepreneurs running small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs), to help them gain advice, information and inspiration through a diverse seminar programme and large exhibition. Click here to register.
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