While the crisis years have been bleak for many, experts say some sectors are now showing strong demand for employees. While there is a trend towards these jobs being temporary rather than permanent, they can be a great way of getting into the market, and can still provide employees with satisfying work. Country general manager…
Read moreGetting laid off
Thailand might be clawing its way out of the recent economic crisis, but with the slowing ? and changing – global economy, that doesn?t mean you should take for granted that your job is secure. Restructurings happen; technology alters demand for certain types of skills; personality conflicts emerge. According to research by outplacement specialists DBM…
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The wastewater industry in Thailand When asked what the main wastewater problems facing Thailand are, Pranee Pantumsinchai, president of the Environmental Engineering Association of Thailand, answers simply. "Look at Bangkok!" Indeed, just metres away from her office is one of the murky khlongs (canals) that crisscross the city and empty into its major waterway, the…
Read moreDeregulation benefits investors
The deregulation of securities brokerage fees in October last year has led to savings for investors as competition between brokerage houses becomes fierce. ING Baring’s head of domestic sales Vichai Putthatiwat says that commissions are currently as low as they can go. "Prices are very cheap. They cannot get any cheaper." Yet others aren’t so…
Read moreBangkok’s commercial property market
Experts advise those looking to expand or move into premium quality Bangkok office space to move quickly. With virtually no new space coming onto the market over the next two to three years, premium office space prices are expected to modestly rise, while incentives offered to tenants will drop off. Mr Suttipan Kreemaha, associate director…
Read moreEmployees’ market for good web programmers
Not only is the Internet changing the way we live, it’s opening up a whole range of new careers to consider. One career that’s recently evolved into an option for web lovers is that of the web programmer: the person who actually writes the languages behind the pages you look at on the web. Demand…
Read moreBuying a printer in Bangkok
No home office or small business is complete without a printer, but there is plenty you should know and understand before heading out to buy or update one. Determine what you need There are two main categories of printers on the market suitable for personal use: inkjets, which shoot tiny droplets of ink onto paper…
Read moreChoosing an engagement ring
It’s a big decision to get married, but it’s only the first of many in your new life together. Picking the engagement ring is probably one of the earliest that will need to be made. But how much should you spend? What styles are in fashion? And how can you get the best value for…
Read moreMarketing strategies: Where do you fit in?
You could almost be forgiven for thinking the marketing world has gone mad. Motorola, the BTS Skytrain and Fly Now throwing a huge fashion show together? Nokia and Christian Dior launching their latest phones and fashions in one big fashion extravaganza? Frito Lay and Nokia joining together for a promotion that?s seen people buying boxes…
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