Jobless Paddy No Longer!

The papers have been full of reports about "Jobless Paddy", the unemployed 26 year old from Galway who reportedly spent €2,000; the last of his savings, to fund a billboard proclaiming his desire to find a job. His efforts have paid off; as he has since been offered employment by Paddy Power. Féilim Mac An Iomaire is set to join the company's Marketing and Communications Department at their Dublin headquarters.

This morning in the MDP's weekly management meeting it was reported by several advisors that the whole case was orchestrated by Paddy Power.

What do you think? Is this one step too far for Paddy Power? In a country with such a high unemployment rate (approx. 14.7%) should they have toyed with the public regarding this ensitive matter?

In a question of ethics...how far is too far?

Aislinn

Lessons on Leadership

All,

Recent trawling of the blogosphere has lead me to discover another blog, other than The Blue Sky Board, to take notice of. Simon Oates a UK based blogger has set-up a blog called Leadership Expert, it is a blog for aspiring leaders featuring articles, tips and the sharing of ideas.

In particular I like this video on lessons on leadership featuring Richard Stengel, author and managing editor of Time Magazine and David Remnick, author and editor of The New Yorker. They discuss the interesting topic of whether you are born a natural leader or can develope the talent through time and experience.....

Born leader, either you have it or you don't. What are your thoughts?

Kate Flanagan