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Crackdown of Tax Refunds & Identity Theft Criminals

2012-01-31T13:33:00.000-08:00

The US Department of Justice and the Internal Revenue Services have launched a crackdown of Identity Theft Scammers. Particularly, this action was meant to protect taxpayers who will become victims of Tax Refund Frauds and Identity Theft during this tax season.

“The Justice Department is working closely with the IRS to investigate, prosecute, and punish tax refund crimes committed through the theft of identities,” said Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General John A. DiCicco of the Tax Division. “Now, more than ever, we must remain vigilant against the unauthorized use of identification information to defraud the U.S. government.”

The map below illustrates the locations where this crackdown took place since last week.

Source: irs.gov/identitytheft

"The coast-to-coast effort took place over the last week and included indictments, arrests and the execution of search warrants involving the potential theft of thousands of identities and taxpayer refunds. In all, 939 criminal charges are included in the 69 indictments and informations related to identity theft."

“This unprecedented effort against identity theft sends a strong, unmistakable message to anyone considering participating in a refund fraud scheme this tax season,” said IRS Commissioner Doug Shulman.

Perspectives:
These actions are great efforts by both government offices. Every action like this will reinforce faith, and confidence of the people to the government who will stand by to protect the vulnerable citizens of the United States.

Great Job!

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JNT Consulting Global Resources offers professional consulting and resources management, provides workforce solutions that achieve the "High Performing Organization" regardless of size and location.

Our office in Terrigal, New South Wales, Australia commenced in servicing our Australia-based clients through the leadership of our Director, Aldo Vaccarezza. Aldo is instrumental to our success in the land of Oz. To discuss your business requirements further, Aldo can be reached via mobile phone (0459 732-101) or send him an email at aldo@jntconsulting.com

JNT Consulting has its headquarters in San Jose, California and is "Your Partner for Growth & Development”, “Your Professional Coach”, and “Your Provider of Global Resources”. You can contact us by calling +1 650 241-3207 or visit our website.

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Required Competencies to solve Global Challenges for Economic Growth and Sustainability

2012-01-31T00:51:00.000-08:00

As we sailed into the Year 2012, we are sustaining new Outlooks, new opportunities through various partnerships and cooperations. We are in progress in re-channeling our efforts and re-assessing our Plans of Action in order to become competitive and successful.

From the last quarter of 2011, based from our continuing research, discussions from many of our valued clients, business colleagues and various leaders of global organizations, it brought us the opportunity to examine the challenges that we need to pay attention in 2012. How do we overcome them?

The following highlights the areas that require global strategic techniques, attention and professional competence in order to be successful in 2012:

1. Cross Culture as Essential Element of Globalization:

It is not merely a recognition of diverse employees and headcount, it is an integration of multi-cultural backgrounds of people, society and community of which any organization will be operating. Learning the nuances and depth of cultural practices and traditions are effective techniques to success in a global economy.

2. Surging Social Media across Cultures:
Globally, there are universal concerns about the role of social media towards advancement of organization. There are also inherent disadvantages towards 'privacy', 'access to technical information', 'utilization of employer's resources', 'use of personal time by the employee', 'social media's role foe growth', 'utilization of social media as a tool for discrimination' and many more.

3. Competent Global Consultants Play a Big Role:

Organizations are challenged about the way they manage social media platforms and its integration in their workplace. Employees enjoy the convenience and flexibility of social media at their fingertips. However, employers see these as noise factors against productivity of employees. Employment laws are evolving along with the social media phenomenon and each country policy differ across cultures. HR organizations struggle in coping up with the enormity and scope of social media's impact to their workforce.

Globalization brings additional tide of flexibility. There are many organizations that are expanding at new locations internationally. Oftentimes, it's their first time to do business at that particular country. For smart organizations, they tap the help or guidance of globally experienced consultants. These consultants demonstrate strong capabilities that inexperienced organizations at a given location cannot ignore. The convenience is the ability to perform functions with quality deliverables at due time. They strategically approach every item that they contract and perform. That convenience is not available when you hire FTE employees without considering the learning curve to do the job. Although experienced hires can do the jobs, it was found that they were not experienced enough to execute a consultative techniques that professional consultants can do. However, it is not a matter of having a consultant, it is equally important to examine the responsibilities between both parties involved particularly where Employment laws and business regulations might come into play. In that way, your organization will avoid citations, penalties or big legal fees due to violations.

4. Hiring Top Talents across Cultures:
A tendency of organization when opening at new country was to hire one of their top employees and become an expat. The assumption was that the top employee can play a great impact and business opportunities at new country because he/she was a topnotch employee at the home country. This assumption was proven to be wrong in many instances and experiences of many organizations and senior executives.

Today, organizations that are operating at multi-cultural locations are challenged with many facets of host country operations. Unforeseen realities prior to the expatriate assignment surfaced and issues came one after the other. As a consequence of their neglect, they end up losing their investments of time, money, and top notch employee. The inexperienced HR organizations faced tax issues, expatriate management, compliance requirements about local and international laws, host country's culturally based business practices and community traditions. It is important to approach a global expansion with a strategy that demonstrates all areas that will require attention. Working with HR professionals or Human Capital consultants that have worked in multiple countries is very important and not an option, 100 percent of the executives we have spoken agreed.

5. People Management across Cultures:
Many speculate that hiring and managing people regardless of location is universal. Our experienced global leaders disagreed with that assumption. Each one identified that one among the failures of organization was the utilization of universal template in regards to hiring people internationally. The practice of hiring talents in the United States cannot be used as a template when hiring talents in Asia, Australia, Canada, and European countries. Each country is different and their people. The executives stressed the demonstration of respect to people at new location. Show respect to the culture and traditions that they are living and integrate your business to them and not the other way around.

6. Organizational Effectiveness:
1. Refocusing towards human capital and value their competencies and strengths
2. Reinvigorating leadership, coaching and empowerment
3. Become an executive partner at the table and demonstrate acumen in ROI and competencies in business
4. Competence in analytics and strategic approaches are required - Not only metrics and processes oriented
5. Use business practices that are people oriented
6. Transform from traditional and outdated procedures to strategic techniques that integrate culture, competencies, leadership and workforce adaptability

7. Needed Competencies of Human Capital and Resource Management Professional
1. Demonstrate business acumen and practices
2. Integrate values, ethical practices and accountability
3. Execute consultative competencies, strategic organization, critical thinking and solutions
4. Competence in Analytics, R.O.I. driven activities and business decision making
5. Expertise and sensitivity in global and cross cultural effectiveness
6. Develop leadership and communication competence
7. Invest on people as an asset to avoid talent drain
8. Philosophical Competence in Experiential Learning, Relational Partnerships, Collaboration and Evidence-based Management
9. Acquire global competencies if you don't have them through coaching and professional development
10. Continuous learning of the current techniques and practices around the globe

Perspectives:
The following graph validates the readiness of our firm in dealing with all of the identified challenges in the globalized world in the 21st Century.

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Global Leaders of Organizations Need R.O.I. Driven People in HR

2012-01-27T16:27:00.000-08:00

What do global leaders of organizations like to see in their Human Capital Organization pertaining to the role of Leadership Development?

Juntee Terrenal, MA, GMS, was asked to participate in the above inquiry, and he emphasized;

"Management of today's global organization likes to see the R.O.I. of their investments in Leadership Development. Today, organizations operate differently including the composition of the people that combines Baby Boomer and the Millennials, immediate R.O.Is are earnestly on top of the discussions. They like their organization as one of the "high performing organization" in the market. In addition, they like to see capabilities of the whole Human Capital Organization to discuss competently about global business and R.O.I. results of their activities.

2012 organizational leadership likes to see the fastest results on developing potential leaders or enhance the competencies of their existing leaders. However, many do not understand the complexity and learning curve period of developing someone. In addition, the department of Human Resources cannot illustrate the bottom line value and R.O.I. of their endeavors when comes to leadership development, globally.

Juntee suggested, that customized strategies are essential and very relevant to incorporate the value of management's concerns, current shortcomings of people, along with the culture, business acumen and the linkage to R.O.I. Dramatic transformation is necessary (when required) in order to achieve an R.O.I. driven leadership development. Fire those who don't collaborate with a renewed mindset – performance based. The time when people are comfortable with the loosey-goosey day-to-day techniques has past. Leaders must bear a mindset of being entrepreneurial and innovative. The goal is to become the 'high performing organization' and 'competitive' in the market. The questions would be, are you globally competitive in the 21st Century? Is your organization one among the so called the high performing organization? These are the interests of today's senior executive in the global environment.

We all agree that a continuing endeavor to coach individuals is necessary until such time that each demonstrates outstanding competencies. Integrative measurements and performance results must be the active basis of rewards not familiarity and tenure. Accountability is equally important to sustain quality of leadership.

Can your Human Capital Organization demonstrate global readiness in responding to those expectations this year?

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Happy Australia Day, Mate ~

2012-01-25T17:12:00.000-08:00

January 26th - Australia Day Celebration

Source: embassyworld.com

Happy Australia Day to all our business partners, friends, colleagues and family members down under!

"Let's commemorate the arrival date of the First Fleet in January 1788"

Backgrounder:

In May 13, 1787, the so called First Fleet begun sailing from Great Britain (now called United Kingdom), consisting of 10 Civil Officers, 212 marines and officers, 28 wives and 17 children, 81 free persons, 504 convicts and 192 female convicts, total of 1044.

The people aboard in the First Fleet were sent to Australia based on Orders-in-Counsil for establishing the European colony in Australia, in the region of which Captain James Cook, a Royal Navy Captain and a British Explorer, had named New South Wales. The fleet was led by Captain Arthur Philip, who later became an Admiral. The First Fleet arrived at Botany Bay between January 18-20, 1788.

At a later date, the first European Habitation of Australia settled at Sydney Cove. Today, Sydney Cove is relative to Sydney Harbour / Circular Quay. The city of Sydney resides in New South Wales, a province of Australia.

The Australia Day was celebrated since January 26 1908 according to historical records. In 1818 was the first official formation of the celebration held in New South Wales. Currently, it is a public holiday across Australia. During this time of annual celebration when different Australian Awards and Honours are conferred to deserving individuals, groups, institutions and other categories. Australia Day has become the biggest annual civic celebrations in Australia.

Perspectives:

Today, Australia is growing rapidly, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the population is at;

22,813,515

The following are JNTC Articles' additional current information about Australia:

2012 Australia's Strategy

2012 Australia's New SkillSelect

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Wishing You the Synergy of the Year of the Dragon

2012-01-25T12:42:00.000-08:00

Our positive outlook for this year of 2012 is full of hope and excitement. We have gone through many cross roads, turns, ups and downs in the last years. Indeed we need new perspectives and techniques to challenge our horizons dramatically in order to be more successful in achieving our business, professional and personal objectives.

Courtesy of John Wu

Gong Xi Fa Cai!

The Year 2012 is the

Year of the Dragon

and Lunar New Year.

Backgrounder:

Chinese calendar has been used for many centuries. It is used to celebrate many East Asian holidays such as Chinese New Year, Spring Festivals, Astrological Events, and the selection of most auspicious date for a wedding or opening a building. These were based on traditions and beliefs relative to one cycle of the moon in a given month.

This year 2012 is the Year of the Dragon (Male Water) which begins on January 23, 2012 and ends on February 9, 2012. The Chinese Calendar which describes about the Lunar Year has been used in three and a half millennia (source: Chinese Historical and Cultural Project).

The Chinese year that begins January 23, 2012 is reckoned in the seldom-used continuously numbered system to be 4709 (or 4649 or 4710), depending on the epoch used. (source: wikipedia.org)

Perspectives:

Anticipating the positive aura and energy that the year 2012 will bring.

"There are lots of challenges ahead but everything will be solved through power of knowledge and strategic yet realistic solutions" - said Juntee Terrenal, President, JNT Consulting Global Resources

"There's no reason why we can't restore the basic American promise that if you work hard, you can do well", "We all have a stake in the future success of our country. America is still the place where you can make it if you try. But we cannot fulfill that promise by shortchanging investments in our kids, our workers, our environment and our economy. The America we built after World War II -anchored by a strong middle class -- can be built again. We will do it by restoring an economy that works for all of us" - said President Obama, State of the Union Address, Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2012.

Wishing you all with the best of opportunities that the Year of the Dragon will bring us all.

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UK - 8.4 percent Increase in Unemployment

2012-01-19T14:29:00.000-08:00

Source: FE News/youtube.com

Chris Grayling, UK Minister of Employment announced that the unemployment rate in the United Kingdom increased to 8.4 percent, an unacceptably high, he noted.

He reasoned, that this increase was caused by the large number of people who were moving from economic inactivity but now looking employment. The private sectors are creating opportunities but the public sectors are losing jobs.

However, there are specialized programs and other measures in placed to help the job seekers as support to get employment.

Support the UK Work Programme - (source: FE News via www.youtube.com)
1. Look at training providers to form partnership with Work Program to create an opportunity of enhancing skills of individuals entering or re-entering workforce
2. Employers can partner with us and get engaged, they are the clients. They need to be the partner in determining the needed skills for a local economy

Source: infoplease.com

Current Challenges to reach the goal:
1. Delivering the right support to the long term unemployed
2. Ensuring simple mechanisms that support young people to move out from college into the workforce
3. Proper focus on filling skills gap solutions to obtain right skills needed and gain experience for those who got the skills but not getting the right employment opportunities

To listen to Chris Grayling's inputs he discussed with the media, please click the "UK Unemployment at 8.4 Percent" - source: http://www.guardian.co.uk.

Perspectives:
The UK Work Program has identified areas where all parties involve will need to work together in order to move forward and help each other in changing the current economic landscape and challenges.

The third challenge in reaching the goal of the work program is the key to the success of supporting people who has the skills but not getting the applicable employment opportunity. Someone was thinking strategically in Mr. Grayling's office, indeed.

America needs these types of strategic techniques to reinvigorate the long term unemployed for the US workforce!

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2012 Australia's Strategy - Integrating Workforce In Focus

2012-01-19T10:09:00.000-08:00

Australia's Strategy - Integrating Workforce

In 2012, Australia’s Department of Immigration and Citizenship will review the existing Professional Year Visa Program that was implemented in 2008. It is a structured development program, combining formal learning and workplace experience that was intended for Engineers, Accountants and IT Professionals. It may assist graduates to find employment and credits 5 points towards meeting the Points Based Skilled Migration pass mark.

Source: embassyworld.com

The Scope of the Professional Year Visa Program entails;

participants will familiarise with the norms and values in the Australian workplace as well as the Australian employment market and workplace culture
participants acquire techniques on how to communicate effectively and professionally in the Australian workplace with colleagues, managers and clients
participants will gain an internship (work experience) in order to learn about all aspects of work practices in an Australian company

The intended evaluation was to assess whether the Professional Year Program has been achieving its defined objectives successfully, at the same time to identify potential improvements. The Department of Immigration and Citizenship encourage all current and past students under the program to participate anonymously in the survey.

Source: Evaluating Professional Year Program - Australia Dept of Immigration and Citizenship

JNT Consulting in Terrigal, New South Wales, Australia

Our office in Terrigal, New South Wales, Australia commenced in servicing our Australia-based clients through the leadership of our Director, Aldo Vaccarezza.

Aldo is instrumental to our success in the land of Oz. To discuss your business requirements further, Aldo can be reached via mobile phone (0459 732-101) or send him an email at aldo@jntconsulting.com

Perspectives:

Depending on the results of the evaluation. The program may continue as an integral part of Australia's competitive program in enriching their workforce through diverse talents from different cultures. The goals of the program are noble and strategically positioning better relationship among people within Australian workforce environments. A very good approach that will facilitate integrated society and citizens regardless of backgrounds.

Professionals across the globe are competing in expanding their knowledge, skills and competencies. Businesses with operations between two countries or more are struggling in coping up with the expectations of local hosts and increasing their capabilities to adapt into the global world. Many are short of competencies to be adequately comfortable of operating within the auspices of another culture.

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USA - IRS Launched the Tax Returns e-Filing for 2012

2012-01-17T19:01:00.000-08:00

source: irs.gov

Today, January 17, 2012 - the US IRS launched the 2012 electronic tax filing season. Last year, the electronic system revolutionized the processing of tax returns and speedy refunds were possible. More than 112 million income tax returns were e-filed or 77 percent of all individual returns filed electronically. E-filing system will also notify the taxpayer if his/her filing was correct and accepted. Or when declined, it will provide a window of opportunity in re-filing.

"E-file is the best option for taxpayers. E-file enables taxpayers to file more accurate returns and receive their refunds quickly and safely," said IRS Commissioner Doug Shulman.

Taxpayers can get their tax refunds in as few as 10 days. Last year, more than 79 million refunds were electronically deposited directly into taxpayers’ accounts, saving them a trip to the bank and the fastest way to get a refund after e-fling.

What this means for you?

Ideally, electronic e-filing your taxes is convenient and very easy. There are three ways that were recommended by the US IRS on how to file your taxes electronically. They are the following;
1. Through self e-filing by using a tax software e.g. Turbo Tax and similar softwares
2. Through a Tax Preparer
3. Through IRS Free File. However, please note that there is a limitation to the adjusted gross income of $57,000 or less of a given family or an individual when using this system.

When your adjusted gross income is higher than $57,000, consider using either item 1 or item 2 in the recommended ways of e-filing. Don't wait for the deadline on April 17, 2012.

Please click the following links to read more details;

E-filing of Tax Returns Opened

IRS Free E-filing of Federal Taxes

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Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as an American

2012-01-15T12:56:00.000-08:00

January 16, 2012 is a US Federal Holiday. It is the day to remember the legacy that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. has fought for us, being an American. He was born on January 15, 1928 and was assassinated in April 4th 1968. He stood for justice and equality as a civil rights leader.

"We're celebrating the best of what we are, but also what me must become, knowing that we've not arrive there yet," - Martin Luther King III

Dr. King at Tenth Anniversary of the S.C.L.C. in Atlanta, GA in Aug 16, 1967

Backgrounder:
Dr. King was the chief spokesman for nonviolent activism in the civil rights movement, which successfully protested racial discrimination in federal and state law. The campaign for a federal holiday in King's honor began soon after his assassination in 1968.

Then, President Ronald Reagan signed the holiday into law in 1983, and it was first observed on January 20, 1986. At first, some states resisted observing the holiday as such, giving it alternative names or combining it with other holidays. It was officially observed in all 50 states for the first time in 2000. (source: wikipedia.org)

Several politicians were against the creation of the holiday to honor Dr. Martin Luther King (see wikipedia/reluctance to observe)

Sen. John McCain (Republican of Arizona) voted against the creation of the holiday to honor Dr. King. He also defended AZ Republican Governor Evan Mecham's initiative to cancel a paid holiday in observance of MLK Day by state employees.

Sen Jesse Helms (Republican of North Carolina) led opposition to the bill and questioned King's importance to receive an honor (see social issues). He criticized King's opposition to the Vietnam War and accuse him of espousing "action-oriented Marxism"

In 2007, there has been a dramatic changes in the observance of the MLK holiday in both public and private sectors. Wikipedia identified that 33% of employers gave their employees a day off. While others opted to use this day as a floating holiday.

In the 21st Century, across the United States many observe the Martin Luther King Jr Holiday. Last year, in August 22, 2011, the Memorial of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was opened to the public after two decades of planning, fund raising and construction. It is located at the West Potomac Park in Washington, DC.

Source: wikipedia.org

As of today, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is still a center of discussions and controversies. Historians, activists, pundits, scholars and among the people argue and discuss about his insights, visions and approaches in changing America's practices toward social issues, specifically on racial discrimination, equality, and profound activism.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, said;

"If you want to say that I was a drum major, say that I was a drum major for justice. Say that I was a drum major for peace. I was a drum major for righteousness. And all of the other shallow things will not matter."

The following video link is worth remembering the ideals and legacies that he left us and still be our guiding principles in the future ... (source: AARP.org)

"Martin Luther King Jr's Living Legacy - My Generation"

President Obama, the First Lady Michelle Obama and Malia honor Martin Luther King Jr.

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Misclassifying Worker as Independent Contractor - New California Law

2012-01-12T23:04:00.000-08:00

In October 9, 2011, Governor Jerry Brown signed into law the Senate Bill 459 (Ellen Corbett) which prohibits willful misclassification of a worker as an independent contractor.

As of January 1, 2012, this new California Law took effect with Section 226.8 has been added to the Labor Code.

The following are its provisions;

1. Willful misclassification of an individual as an independent contractor.
2. Charge an individual who has been willfully misclassified as an independent contractor a fee, or making any deductions from compensation, for any purpose, including for goods, materials, space rental, services, government licenses, repairs, equipment maintenance, or fines arising from the individual’s employment would have violated the law if the individual had not been misclassified.

When a violation has been determined, a person or the employer would be;
1. Subject to a civil penalty of not less than five thousand dollars ($5,000)
2. And not more than fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000) for each violation, in addition to any other penalties or fines permitted by law

When a violation has been determined that an employer or a person has engaged in any of the enumerated violations of subdivision; (a) and the person or employer has engaged in or is engaging in a pattern or practice of these violations,
1. Subject to a civil penalty of not less than ten thousand dollars ($10,000)
2. and not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000) for each violation, in addition to any other penalties or fines permitted by law.

When it is determined that the person or an employer is a licensed contractor company pursuant to the Contractors’ State License Law and has violated subdivision (a), State Agency shall transmit a certified copy of the order to the Contractors’ State License Board for disciplinary action.

An employer who is determined as a violator of the law, it will be required to do the following;
1. Must post a notice on its website that; (a) it has committed a serious violation of the law by engaging the willful misclassification of employees, (b) it has changed the business practices to comply with the law, (c) it provides any employee who believes that he or she is being misclassified as an independent contractor may contact the Labor and Workforce Development Agency. The notice shall include the mailing address, e-mail address, and telephone number of the agency. (d) the notice is being posted in pursuant to a State order.

In addition the employer also shall satisfy the following requirements in preparing the notice:
(1) An officer shall sign the notice.
(2) It shall post the notice for one year commencing with the date of the final decision and order.

An inspection to the compliance of the law may take place at any time. Violators of non-compliance to issued order will be given a citation in addition to the penalties or damages that are otherwise available at law.

When an employer does not have a website, such notice must be posted prominently in areas that are accessible to employees and the public.

Perspectives:
1. Any person or employer who will hire an independent contractor must understand the full responsibility of the function and not the same or similar to someone who is employed in the organization.
2. The Rule of Thumb, check the IRS IC Test to determine whether the position is classified correctly as an independent contractor versus a supervised or managed employee.
3. It will be worthy to understand the example provided by the IRS regarding their description of a Common Law (Employee)

Common Law Rules (source: IRS.gov)

Facts that provide evidence of the degree of control and independence fall into three categories:

Behavioral: Does the company control or have the right to control what the worker does and how the worker does his or her job?
Financial: Are the business aspects of the worker’s job controlled by the payer? (these include things like how worker is paid, whether expenses are reimbursed, who provides tools/supplies, etc.)
Type of Relationship: Are there written contracts or employee type benefits (i.e. pension plan, insurance, vacation pay, etc.)? Will the relationship continue and is the work performed a key aspect of the business

4. When in doubt about the responsibilities of the role and cannot determine whether or not it falls in a correct classification, sought the guidance of an experienced human capital consultant or employment attorney

Many argue that this law is a "job creation killer". For any follower of laws, a correct classification of every worker will take place upon hire. For any non-follower of laws, an employee who may not qualify to perform the role of an independent contractor may be classified as one for purposes of convenience and cheap labor.

This law has a backbone to protect hard working individuals and be classified as independent contractor. This new law also allow anyone within the organization to report to the State Agency, that there is someone working within the premises who was misclassified.

The ICs are business people who deliver the quality of work without the help of micro-managers.

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Discriminatory Hiring and Business Practices

2012-01-12T17:02:00.000-08:00

Hiring is a two way street, it involves the interaction between two parties (the candidate for a job and the hiring party). Both parties will have a discussion about expectations, opportunities and limitations relative to the job functions and the candidate's competencies. Regardless of the result of the discussions, one is a winning party if not both.

In the past years, there were evidence of declining good hiring practices as discriminating practices were more evident. The following illustrate examples of practices that were reported and can be found publicly in the internet;

The US Department of Labor pursued cases of discriminatory practices such as;

The company's selection criteria were subjectively and inconsistently applied. As a result, women were less likely to be employed in entry-level production jobs, and Asian and Pacific Islander job seekers were unfairly favored over other racial groups.

The company was giving preferential treatments to Latino applicants and systematically discriminating against African-Americans and Caucasians seeking longshoreman jobs.

On Equal Pay:

The company discriminated against female sales specialists by paying them salaries that were, on average, $1,700 less than their male counterparts.

In prior year, evidence of discrimination exist to individuals whose age ranges above 40's.

The Legal Information Institute of the Cornell University Law School, has provided an overview of Employment Discrimination. It seeks to prevent discrimination based on race, sex, religion, national origin, physical disability, and age by employers. The link provides you with more information about discrimination which also exist in the United States Constitution.

“In this day and age, it is shocking that any company would allow race to be a factor in determining who gets hired,” said OFCCP Director Patricia A. Shiu.

The main question is, what triggers employers to discriminate against individuals while there are laws that prohibits such actions.

Perspectives:

As long as there are individuals who play the role of a victim, the "exploiter" will take advantage at any rate until such time the actions are caught.

As we have seen in different industries, the so called exploiters like cheap labor and greed. Sometimes the influencer to such discriminatory action is power and familiarity.

Do you think there be a time where 'total equality and respect' will exist in this world? Your guess will be as good as mine ~

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JNT Consulting Global Resources is a professional services consulting and management company, provides workforce solutions that demonstrate the "High Performing Organization" regardless of size and location.

JNT Consulting has its headquarters in San Jose, California and is ‘”Your Partner for Growth & Development”, “Your Professional Coach”, and “Your Provider of Programs & Services”. You can contact us by calling +1 650 241-3207 or visit our website.

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USA - New USCIS ELIS (Electronic Immigration System) in the Horizon

2012-01-02T15:02:00.000-08:00

The US Citizenship and Immigration Service’ Director, Mr. Alejandro Mayorkas announced recently through The BEACON that the post-development phase of their new USCIS ELIS (Electronic Immigration System) was about ready to be released of its first segment. ELIS is anticipated to be released for public use at the soonest.

Source: USCIS

“The new USCIS ELIS will transform our paper-based agency into an electronic, online organization. This is an unprecedented step for the world’s largest and most complex immigration system” - said A. Mayorkas, Director, USCIS.

The prototype of ELIS was shown through the link at The BEACON (see above). It demonstrated the convenience of a nonimmigrant visa holder to apply for the Status Change or Extend his/her visa. When this becomes operationally launched, many visa holders can benefit from it electronically.

“USCIS is developing a simplified, Web-based system that will allow customers to submit and track their applications online and enhance USCIS' ability to process cases with greater accuracy, security and timeliness.”

A better viewing is also available at www.youtube.com (please click the link provided below).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f623xZUTXdM&feature=youtu.be

Perspectives:

This means faster delivery of business needs, that employees will soon have access to a real electronic system that USCIS has been trying to push through in many years. Based on the demonstration provided, it shows significant advantages and convenience to employees, employers, even the B visa holders and others.

The ELIS is meant to be a web-based system. This means that anyone can access it regardless of their current location within the United States or outside the country. If this is to be true, a real convenience has arrived in the USCIS premises. It will eliminate the time consuming procedures and documentation that every nonimmigrant visa holder has to go through when renewing, changing, or extending their current status.

However, it would be necessary to wait and see how it will work actually. Hopefully, the USCIS’ Electronic Tranformational Team has thought all the many facets that complete an application of which fast track approvals as well as avoidance of RFE (Request for Evidence) or additional documentation.

Other countries like Australia has put in placed successfully, an electronically convenient web-based visa acquisition. Something that USCIS has to look as well.

Comments:

We like to hear about your experience and feedback in regards to how effective this new system. You can email your comments to: info@jntconsulting.com or send through the provided message field at the end of this article.

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2012 is around Us ~ Happy New Year

2011-12-31T12:15:00.000-08:00

Source: 123greetings.com

We are humbled to note that we reached the New Year of 2012. With its emergence we are excited to begin the year with full of enthusiasm and explore what it brings us all.

Our intent is to work hand in hand with you in order to achieve mutual success throughout the Year of 2012.

Happy New Year once again!

From Your Team and Partner

(R) JNTConsulting

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USA - Validate Employment Eligibility Thru I-9 Form

2011-12-31T11:47:00.000-08:00

Every US Employer need to validate the eligibility of employment of anyone who will begin working for the company or organization. This function is normally executed by the Human Resource Professional who provides the Initial Orientation of the new employee at Day One.

Recently, the Department of Homeland Security, USCIS released the latest version of the I-9 Guide for immediate use by US employers. This new Guide bears a date as 06/01/11. US Employers are required to follow and maintain a documentation procedure for the compliance of I-9 Form (Employment Eligibility Verification Form). Instruction about the form’s content and how it should be administered is located on page 3 and 4 and page 5 bears the required and complete information and the page 6 illustrates the documents that will substantiate eligibility for employment within the continental United States of America. The new 2011 version of the I-9 document with expiration date as 8/31/12, can be found at USCIS website.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published higher civil fines against employers that violate federal immigration laws; as of March 27, 2008, monetary penalties increased approximately 25 percent. Penalties will be given on a per-alien basis—if an employer knowingly employed or continues to employ five unauthorized citizens, five separate fines may be charged.

In 2011, the Department of Justice has been continuously prosecuting employers who were violating the Employment Eligibility Verification. The Immigration and Nationality Act’s (INA) anti-discrimination provision prohibits employers from placing additional documentary burdens on work-authorized employees during the hiring and employment eligibility verification process based on their citizenship status or national origin.

“All workers who are authorized to work in the United States have the right to work without encountering discrimination because of their immigration status or national origin,” said Thomas E. Perez, Assistant Attorney General for the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division. “We are committed to vigorously protecting authorized workers from discrimination in the hiring process and ensuring that employers uphold their obligations under the law.”

To see the most recent case in regards to Employment Verification.

I-9 Inspections Campaign

Per SHRM Website, The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has launched a new I-9 inspection campaign across the country, targeting employers suspected of employing unauthorized workers. These “inspections” are announced by service of a subpoena calling for production of Forms I-9 for all current employees and for all employees terminated over the past year. You can also find information at the USCIS Website.

“Employers may not treat authorized workers differently during the employment eligibility verification process based on their citizenship status,” said Thomas E. Perez, Assistant Attorney General in charge of the Civil Rights Division. “Federal law prohibits discrimination in the employment eligibility verification process, and the Justice Department is committed to enforcing the law.”

To see the most recent Settlement to an Employment Eligibility Violation.

Perspectives:
The Rule on Employment Eligibility is very clear on what are required and needed in order to complete the complete procedure by a Human Resources Professional or his/her representative who is conducting the verification.

Employers found in violation to the I-9 Form will be penalized with fines and at certain situation a jail time will be imposed.

It is always necessary to be mindful about the organizational risks that are related to non-compliance of the Eligibility of Employment Certification. If you are not certain that you are following the complete regulation, hire an experienced human capital consultant who can assist you with the compliance and management.

It is recommended to keep handy a current e-copy of the I-9 Form (Employment Eligibility Verification Form) and the Employer's Guide for Employment Eligibility Verification.

About JNT Consulting

JNT Consulting Global Resources is a professional services consulting and management company that provides workforce solutions that demonstrate the "High Performing Organization" regardless of size and location.

JNT Consulting has its headquarters in San Jose, California and is ‘”Your Partner for Growth & Development”, “Your Professional Coach”, and “Your Provider of Programs & Services”. You can contact us by calling +1 650 241-3207 or visit our website.

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New California Laws - Effective Janary 1, 2012

2011-12-31T11:26:00.000-08:00

Source: omeriani.com

California Laws that will affect your business, effective January 1, 2012;

(the following appeared at our December Special Edition of the JuNcTion)

1. The CA AB 469 - New Hire Pay Rate Notice

This amends the California Labor Code by adding “that employers are required to provide each new hire with a written pay notice at hiring in English or the new hire’s primary language”. The notice provides rate, methods, scheduling of pay, and employer’s pertinent information. The AB 469 will take effect January 1, 2012. This notice is not required for those who are exempt from overtime, for public employees, or for employees covered by valid collective bargaining agreements if they make more than 30 percent of the minimum wage.

2. The CA AB 22 - Credit Report Use

This will take effect in January 1, 2012. California now joins Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Oregon and Washington as U.S. States that limit the use of credit checks by employers. The CA AB 22 amends California Labor Code and State’s Consumer Credit Reporting Agencies Act to restrict the discretion that private and public sector employers have to use “consumer credit reports” for hiring / personnel decisions, unless the purpose of usage meets the exceptions allowed by the law.

AB 22 bans the use of pre-employment credit checks for many employers. The bill prohibits employers or prospective employers from obtaining a consumer credit reports for employment purposes unless the position of the person for whom the report is sought is one of the following:

√ A managerial position;

√ A position in the state Department of Justice;

√ A sworn peace officer or other law enforcement position;

√ A position for which the information contained in the report is required by law to be disclosed or obtained;

√ A position that involves regular access to specified personal information for any purpose other than the routine solicitation and processing of credit card applications in a retail establishment;

√ A position in which the person is or would be a named signatory on the employer's bank or credit card account, or authorized to transfer money or enter into financial contracts on the employer's behalf;

√ A position that involves access to confidential or proprietary information; or

√ A position that involves regular access to $10,000 or more of cash.

Perspectives:

It will be a great practice to apply necessary changes within your workplace. If you are not sure how these changes can impact your organization. Secure the guidance and assistance of an experienced consultant who might be able to help you.

"Managing organizational risks are essential to avoid greater penalties and consequences"

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Forward Looking and Beyond

2011-12-30T13:06:00.000-08:00

The US economy is still uncertain. However, in November 2011 reports show that the national unemployment figures went down to 8.6 percent. The unemployment trend is downward and there are more small businesses / startup that are entering the market either by self-funding or with the support of venture capital. However, big organizations are still rolling their dice on re-organization and people are still getting laid-off.

The need is greater than ever to evolve from tactical HR to a results and ROI oriented function. Our research shows that there are ongoing needs for professionals who can discuss the ‘Return On Investment’ in Human Capital that supports the overall organization at the executive level. Executives have awoken that these competencies are essential within the HR operation. Globally, strategic human capital and resource management practitioners with business acumen and an ROI focus are essential to business success.

HR professionals are developing their strategic competencies but short of abilities to discuss ROI and business. Companies are generally only focused on the operational costs context instead of the feasible whole landscape from the conceptual intent to hire, the mechanisms involved, people and resources, effectiveness and support, growth, successions, the ROI values and impact to the entire company.

Indeed, there are only a handful of HR professionals who can truly illustrate an integrated landscape of the ROI and business within the management of human capital and resources.

About JNT Consulting

JNT Consulting Global Resources is a professional services consulting and management company that provides workforce solutions that demonstrate the High Performing Organization regardless of size and location.

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Australia - New "SkillSelect" in 2012

2011-12-30T11:24:00.000-08:00

New Skilled Migrant Selection Register - known as "SkillSelect"

Effective July 1, 2012, Australian Immigration's skills worker program will be called the Skilled Migrant Selection Register, to be known as "SkillSelect"

This new program will require all new prospective Australian skills migration visa applicants to submit an EOI (Expression of Interest) and then wait for an invitation before they can lodge their visa application. Its intent was to deliver the skills that Australia needs by matching the best and brightest migrants to the available places in the migration process.

The "SkillSelect" is an electronic-based system with two-stage process;
√ First, submit an online EOI (Expression of Interest)
√ Second, upon receipt of an invitation, must lodge the visa application linked to the EOI

"All new applications for Independent skilled, Family Sponsored skilled, State or Territory Sponsored skills or Business Skills migration will be required to go through the electronic-based system. It is hoped that the first round of invitations will be sent on August 1, 2012. There will be specific considerations for those who have lodged their applications before the effective date of "SkillSelect"

Depending upon their skills and eligibility, intending migrants will be able to express interest in a range of Skilled Migration programs on one EOI. These programs will include;
√ Independent skilled migration
√ State or Territory sponsored skilled migration
√ Family Sponsored skilled migration - Business Skills
√ The Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS)
√ The Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS)
√ The Subclass 457 Temporary Business

Source: New SkillSelect - Australia Dept of Immigration and Citizenship

For inquiries and additional information, our Australian-based migration legal team will be able to assist you in regards to effective strategies that will be applicable to your specific case. Please contact us at: info@jntconsulting.com

JNT Consulting - New South Wales, Australia

Last Year, our office in Terrigal, New South Wales, Australia commenced in servicing our Australia-based clients through the leadership of our Director, Aldo Vaccarezza. Aldo is instrumental to our success in the land of Oz. To discuss your business requirements further, Aldo can be reached via mobile phone (0459 732-101) or send him an email at aldo@jntconsulting.com

About JNT Consulting
JNT Consulting Global Resources is a professional services consulting and management company that provides a workforce solutions that demonstrate the High Performing Organization regardless of size and location.

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Shops Green for the Environment - A Social Consciousness

2011-12-21T09:26:00.000-08:00

During the week, our mailbox received a Newsletter from our City of San Jose Recycling Resource Center, reminding us about "San Jose Shops Green Ordinance" which will take effect in January 1, 2012.

The campaign that bring your own bag when you go to the Grocery for shopping will help in reducing the litters in our environment and facilitate in conserving natural resources.

What this means to Everyone?

It's a participative action among citizens in conserving our natural environment. Having a reusable shopping bag will be advantageous and convenient. This is a matter of having the discipline of putting this bag in your car, near the door or your keys before going shopping. In that way, you will not forget. By assimilating this practice - the plastic or paper bags that the stores give you will be eliminated eventually. The more people participate in this campaign, the better mother earth we preserve for the long run.

Ideal Gift for your Family and Friends this Christmas:

Give them an eco-friendly reusable bag !

source: custom grocery bags.com

Please click on the link to read the complete Ordinance:

For your comments, feel free to email to: info@jntconsulting.com or add into the box at the comments section at the bottom of the page.

Enjoy your Holidays with family and friends.

Merry Christmas to All

2011-12-17T22:14:00.001-08:00

From All of Us at JNT Consulting, we are wishing you all

the Love and Peace of the Christmas Season.

Celebrate with Family and Friends during the Holidays!

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USA - 2011 PTINs Expires on Dec 31st

2011-12-17T21:53:00.000-08:00

The US Internal Revenue Service reminds tax return preparers to renew their Preparer Tax Identification Numbers (PTINs) before year’s end. All 2011 PTINs will expire on Dec. 31 and must be renewed annually.

The IRS urged preparers to start their renewal process now to avoid missing the deadline. The Press Release dated December 15, 2011 illustrated several tips on renewing the PTINs smoothly.

JNTC Articles published an informative material that is related to this matter in July 14th 2011.

Perspectives:

The PTIN is an essential credential of a Tax Preparer. Taxpayers must make sure that their tax preparer affix their PTIN in the prepared tax return so that the US IRS would be able to identify when there is an error in the tax filings.

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USA - 2012 Standard Mileage Rates

2011-12-09T14:25:00.000-08:00

Today, the Internal Revenue Services announced that the 2012 Standard Mileage Rates will take effect in January 2, 2012.

55.5 cents per mile for business miles driven
23 cents per
mile driven for medical or moving purposes
14 cents p
er mile driven in service of charitable organizations

The rate for business miles driven is unchanged from the mid-year adjustment that became effective on July 1, 2011. The medical and moving rate has been reduced by 0.5 cents per mile.

Important Note:

A taxpayer may not use the business standard mileage rate for a vehicle after using any depreciation method under the Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS) or after claiming a Section 179 deduction for that vehicle. In addition, the business standard mileage rate cannot be used for more than four vehicles used simultaneously.

Please click on the link to read the details of this Announcement.

Perspectives:

Business related mileage reimbursements shall be computed based on the above guidance from the IRS (Internal Revenue Services). The 2011 Guidance was published here in July 2011.

When unsure of the correct calculations and relevant business activities that can be reimbursed under the Standard Mileage Standards, please consult your accountant or someone with experience in this area.

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About JNT Consulting
JNT Consulting Global Resources is a professional services consulting and management company that provides a Competitive Workforce Solutions that demonstrate a High Performing Organization regardless of size and location.

Job Opportunities are available at: JNTC Careers

We partner with you to provide the right "Competitive Workforce Solutions" that meet your business and cultural needs. With a highly experienced international team and a global network of partners, we have the right expertise to manage your organization’s mobile workforce globally.

JNT Consulting has its headquarters in San Jose, California and is ‘”Your Partner for Growth & Development”, “Your Professional Coach”, and “Your Provider of Programs & Services”. You can contact us by calling +1 650 241-3207 or visit our website.

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Turn Back Your Clock to Standard Time

2011-11-04T14:41:00.000-07:00

The ending of the Daylight Savings Time is only few hours away. We are now approaching the day when we turn our clocks and watches to the Standard Time.

Source: Elderhorst Bells

In the United States, majority of states except Arizona and Hawaii will take their annual routing in turning their clock to one hour. For the clock and watches Enthusiasts, this will be a celebratory activity as they tend to turn all their watches and clocks with one hour back.

Perspectives:

Do not forget to change your watch before you go to bed. Otherwise you will be late with your appointment. However, based on practice people are more hospitable when you are late during this time of the year.

Just for fun! Do you have a clock collection? How many do you have? You might like reading about Pauline W. You probably cannot top her collections.

Diwali / Deepavali Festival Resonates Across the Globe

2011-10-24T11:16:00.000-07:00

Happy Diwali / Deepavali to Everyone who celebrates the festival of lights!

Source: Wikipedia.org

Diwali is a very important festival of the year and is celebrated among families of Hindus by performing traditional activities together in their homes. In India, the official holiday is called Deepavali.

Diwali evolved from within the Indian religions started as early as 527 BC by Mahavira (“Great Hero”). It is the union with the Supreme being through Nirvana or moksha.

Historically, Deepavali and the celebratory activities up to the present time varies from region to region (festive lights, lanterns, fireworks, worship, gatherings, sharing of sweets), the highlight is the same – to rejoice in the Inner Light (Atman) or the underlying Reality of all things (Brahman).

“Diwali falls on the one new moon night between mid-October and mid-November. Deepavali is celebrated for five days according to the Hindu Calendar. It begins in late Ashvin (between September and October) and ends in early Kartika (between October and November). The first day is Dhan Teras. The last day is Yama Dvitiya, which signifies the second day of the light half of Kartika. Each day of Deepavali marks one celebration of the six principal stories associated with the festival.

The festival starts with Dhanteras on which most Indian business communities begin their financial year. The second day of the festival, Naraka Chaturdasi, marks the vanquishing of the demon Naraka by Lord Krishna and his wife Satyabhama. Amavasya, the third day of Deepavali, marks the worship of Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth in her most benevolent mood, fulfilling the wishes of her devotees. Amavasya also tells the story of Lord Vishnu, who in his dwarf incarnation vanquished the Bali, and banished him to Patala. It is on the fourth day of Deepawali, Kartika Shudda Padyami, that Bali went to patala and took the reins of his new kingdom in there. The fifth day is referred to as Yama Dvitiya (also called Bhai Dooj), and on this day sisters invite their brothers to their homes.” (Source: Wikipedia.org)

Today the celebration is in different forms, many countries such as India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Mauritius, Guyana, Trinidad & Tobago, Suriname, Malaysia, Singapore, Fiji, United Kingdom, United States and others celebrate this festival in retrospect to globalization where many people have integrated globally.

Diwali Celebration in California, USA - Source: bhaktasca.org

Coventry, UK - Source: wikipedia.org

Deepavali Singapore Celebration - Source: deepavali.net/singapore

Diwali Philippines Celebration - Source: http://www.phindia.info/diwali.php
October 26, 2011

Look around in the city near you where you can find a Diwali Festival, a firsthand experience to a tradition of a specific culture.

Job: Human Resources Assistant

2011-09-26T16:43:00.000-07:00

This new opportunity will be ideal to those who are looking for opportunities in Human Resources. Particularly with an individual whose experiences were relatively extensive with HRB and ADP Systems. This position has an extensive interaction with Benefits Administration and HR Support Role.

Anyone who may be looking to change for an environment, someone who will be laid-off soon, or for someone who has been looking for that opportunity in the past few weeks or months. You can surely submit your Resume for consideration. This position may be your passport to an employment at a great organization.

Position : HR Assistant
Code : JNTC-JM-01-110926
Reports To : HR Director
Location : San Jose, CA

The Opportunity:

JNT Consulting is seeking an experienced HR Assistant, with high-energy, passionate, analytical with great experiences in HRB System and ADP Payroll. Our client is focused exclusively on highest quality of products and services in the industry.

This opportunity is a Contract / Temporary position.

Job Description:

This position will be responsible of the following;

Recruiting
New Hires
New Hire Orientation
Benefits
Terminations
PTO (Personal Time Off)
Payroll
HR Support

Compensation:

- DOE

To apply, please visit our Career Webpage and follow the instructions.

The Phenomenal Evolution about Global Competencies and Leadership

2011-09-13T17:05:00.000-07:00

In the 21st Century, the evolving globalization has been constantly become an interest of many particularly those with an international mindset regardless of industry and business focus.

Professionals across the globe are competing in expanding their knowledge, skills and competencies. Organizations for learning are scrambling in developing curricula that are focused in global skills. This is because it was viewed as phenomenal opportunities to make money and at the same time there is an assumption of limited individuals who can demonstrate relevant global competencies. Businesses with operations between two countries or more are struggling in coping up with the expectations of local hosts and increasing their capabilities to adapt into the global world. Many are short of competencies to be adequately comfortable of operating within the auspices of another culture.

What exactly are the so called Global Competencies?

These are the required demonstrable "puzzle of capabilities" of professionals in order for them to work effectively in an environment that constitute strategic actions, knowledge, and experiences within cross-culturally-based, multi-country-operations, multi-strategic mindset, multi-discipline experiences, multilingualism and multi-environment hands-on exposures . One must demonstrate Psycho-eco-socio-linguistic experiences.

Global Competitiveness:

In another article, JNTC Articles illustrated many of the missing competencies of professionals in order to be readily employable in a global environment. Being analytical, demonstrable critical thinking, communicating through feedback, active listening, facilitating and problem solving are essential behavioral attributes. It is the hands-on experiences that will make an individual become effective. Experiential Learning, Relational Partnerships and Collaboration and Evidence-based are great strategic philosophical approaches.

Discussions about Global Skills and Competencies:

Juntee Terrenal, MA, GMS shared his perspectives at a LinkedIn discussion board regarding this topic.

"The most important competency that one must have in order to be successful in the global market is the demonstration of integrated philosophical approach in business acumen, global cultural depth, human capital and resources management. When one understands and able to illustrate the strategic results of them all, then one has become a Global Leader. It is not only a demonstration of a theoretical knowledge but results and experiences, ROIs and pragmatism are not to be missed." (TerrenalJ, 2011)

Perspectives:

Professionals who possess adequate knowledge, experiences and acumen that are relevant in the global world are doing great across continents. Organizations that need their competencies are queuing to offer them the opportunities. Experienced professionals with Global Competencies identified above will screen every employer that will call them for a job. Recruiters who will be calling these professionals will be scrutinized with questions. Professionals will make their research about the backgrounds of the corporations and organizations, their business practices and cultural sensitivities. Experienced individuals prefer to engage with organizations that can demonstrate to them the latter trait. Because of their experiences they will not settle to those businesses that will exploit their competencies just for the sake of ‘revenue greed' instead they prefer to work for those that know how to treat people as human beings, pursue and value their creative intellect and interactive professionals who will think of appropriate actions that will propel better opportunities of growth.

Current Business Realities in Human Capital & Resources Management:

There are many organizations that are operating internationally across two or more countries. Each one touts that they are global and that their operational scope is global. This is characterized by the international locations of their operational functions or subsidiary. When you look at their global competencies as an organization, they end up within a narrow description that "their various specific operations or subsidiary are located in different countries".

Their Human Capital and Resources Management Model is not globally oriented, instead they are still focused on the Traditional Internal Tactical Staffing Model within the country. Unfortunately, majority of organizations today practice this. There are very few 'real global organizations' that are truly globally oriented in regards to their Human Capital and Resources Management Model.

In order to become current to the globalized world, embrace the Strategic and Collaborative Human Capital and Resources Management Model. This will provide a global movement and influx of employees located across international locations to be freely working or doing business in any locations regardless of borders. What that means is the ability to employ or hire anyone from different countries who may qualify to do the function that you will need for your business. Your focus in this model is the quality of people who will do the job regardless of location. See the description above about Global Competencies and Competitiveness.

Challenges and Risks:

Yes, there are many challenges in regards to managing these people and resources. There are risks associated in each operational location. However, being strategically knowledgeable and experienced is the answer to those challenges and risks. That means you need to employ people who has the experiences and competencies. One has to adapt to the many and complex staffing and human capital nuances that exist in many international countries. In order to execute the responsibilities with success, please revisit above information on Global Competencies and Competitiveness.

There are more risks when hiring individuals whose mindset was trained in an 'assembly line mentality and technique'. These types of people are mono-directional and will constantly struggle to execute strategic methodologies within multi-complex-based environments. They will hinder progress and advancement.

Lacks of resources are concerns that cause inability to achieve global competencies in schools and communities. (Source: Educational Leadership, ascd.org)

Shortage of Competencies:

While globalization was seen as an opportunity. It is a fact that there is a shortage of professionals with adequate knowledge and experiences who can maneuver strategic actions in globally oriented environments. There is a growing awareness and urgent development of competencies of professionals internationally. Many organizations are holding webinars; provide intensive courses, certifications, assessment inventories, and many other tools believed to be useful in circumventing the current shortage as well as misconceptions phenomena on globalization and leadership competencies.

Mr. Juntee Terrenal, participates in the development of globally interested professionals whose intent will be a part of the globalized world. He provides mentoring and coaching development to members of the Society of Human Resources Management, who are looking to increase their competencies in Global Strategic Management of People, Resources and Organization.

An example of a specialized industry leader like the Worldwide ERC, has been preparing its members with Global Competencies since 2004. Professionals with Global Mobility Specialist Designation (GMS) are adequately ready to perform jobs across the globe. Their experiences with internationally operating organizations and people from across the globe were beyond the abilities of an individual who does not relate to an internationally operating function. Besides the mentioned organizations, there are others who are advocating development and training for those who has the needs.

Important facets that are attributable to success are; relational understanding of cultures which play an essential role when operating across borders. Global Leadership is an art of strategically leading people and utilizes their individual competencies to the fullest interdependently in order to support and achieve the organizational business goals.

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About JNT Consulting
JNT Consulting is a professional services consulting and management company that provides a Competitive Workforce Solutions including strategic outsourced Human Resources, sourcing, staffing and recruitment, structuring and compliance, risk management, policies, programs and team development, global employee mobility, corporate immigration, professional competencies development, cross cultural workshops, training and coaching.

Job Opportunities are available at: JNTC Careers

We partner with you to provide the right "Competitive Workforce Solutions" that meet your business and cultural needs. With a highly experienced international team and a global network of partners, we have the right expertise to manage your organization’s mobile workforce globally.

JNT Consulting has its headquarters in San Jose, California and is ‘”Your Partner for Growth & Development”, “Your Professional Coach”, and “Your Provider of Programs & Services”. You can contact us by calling +1 650 241-3207 or visit our website.

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2011 Labor Day Spirit Revitalizes People and the Community

2011-09-02T13:12:00.000-07:00

The Long weekend for the Labor Day Holiday is fast approaching. We wish everyone with fun filled and relaxing moments with friends and family.

Revisiting How Labor Day Came About:

"In the late 1800s, at the height of the Industrial Revolution in the United States, the average American worked 12-hour days and seven-day weeks in order to eke out a basic living. Despite restrictions in some states, children as young as 5 or 6 toiled in mills, factories and mines across the country, earning a fraction of their adult counterparts’ wages. People of all ages, particularly the very poor and recent immigrants, often faced extremely unsafe working conditions, with insufficient access to fresh air, sanitary facilities and breaks."

"In the late 18th century, American labor unions grew more prominent and vocal. They began organizing strikes and rallies to protest poor conditions and compel employers to renegotiate hours and pay. Many of these events turned violent during this period, including the infamous Haymarket Riot of 1886, in which several Chicago policemen and workers were killed. On September 5, 1882, 10,000 workers took unpaid time off to march from City Hall to Union Square in New York City, holding the first Labor Day parade in U.S. history. The idea of a “workingmen’s holiday,” celebrated on the first Monday in September, caught on in other industrial centers across the country, and many states passed legislation recognizing it.

In Tuesday, September 5, 1882, the Central Labor Union of New York initiated the first observance of the Labor Day. In 1894, it became a Federal Holiday. All U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and the territories have made it a statutory holiday. (source: Wikipedia.org).

In 1884 the first Monday in September was selected as the holiday, as originally proposed, and the Central Labor Union urged similar organizations in other cities to follow the example of New York and celebrate a "workingmen's holiday" on that date. The idea spread with the growth of labor organizations, and in 1885 Labor Day was celebrated in many industrial centers of the country. (Source: US DOL.gov) [Note: It appears that the date reflected at the DOL website does not coincide with dates given at Wikipedia and History websites.]

Observed on the first Monday in September, Labor Day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. It was created by the labor movement in the late 19th century and became a federal holiday in 1894. Labor Day also symbolizes the end of summer for many Americans. (source: History.com)

Pattern of Traditional Practices:

Since the beginning of the Labor Day celebrations, many practices became a tradition in celebrating the holiday across the United States.

Labor Day Parade
Speeches by prominent men and women with emphasis on economic and civil significance of the holiday
Picnics, barbecues, fireworks displays, water sports, and public art events.
In high society, considered the last day of the year when it is fashionable for women to wear white
Many U.S. sports begin their activities like the NFL, college football seasons and others
Most school districts will resume school near this day while some have already started for about 3 weeks
Modern families travel for their Summer vacations across the globe
Current US Presidents issue traditional and or relevant economic speeches for the whole workforce

Perspectives:

During the 21st Century, we celebrate Labor Day as a Federal Public Holiday. A form of celebratory event to break our daily routine in going to work wherever it may be.

However, the 2011 Labor Day in particular many Americans celebrate in a different ways, many were displaced from work because of the impact of recession. Many are struggling to find work. Many Corporate Americas continue to retrench their workforce as an effect of their slow economic growth. Many corporations however gained significant profits during these period yet they are laying-off workforce to save expenses so that they can make their investors happier with more profits.

The US economy has been facing a difficult period. Unemployment today is at 9+ percent and millions of Americans like to earn a decent living and but cannot get a job. Millions are living so poor (source:The Bay Citizen) and many cannot make both ends of their wages meet. America is at the verge of a third world economy (source: Jon Stewart). What can President Obama do?

If you look back on the historical time lines of how this Labor Day became a Public Holiday. There is a parallelism of facts in economic conditions, workers struggles and corporate communism-slavery practices in the 1800s compared to the current 21st Century. Indeed, history is a record that dramatizes evidence of facts.

The US President Barack Obama will present his Post Labor Day Speech at a Joint US Congress, on the 8th of September 2011. The Americans has been waiting for so long for a jolting change that will transcribe economic advancement among middle class Americans and not the 'rich' like the fellows of the Republicans in the Congress. Mr. President must demonstrate tangible and actionable plans that will flow down to the lowest government sectors in the cities and communities.

Politicking is not the game that Mr. Obama must play. He needs to demonstrate to all Americans that he has the strengths and leadership abilities in making a difference to the lives of the middle class. His advocacies during his Presidential campaigns have been over powered with the noisy politicking and fighting with the Republicans. It is time to demonstrate 'presidential abilities and competencies' and work for the benefit of the American people as a Nation.

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Strategic Approaches and Competencies Make Global Mobility Successful

2011-08-31T18:25:00.000-07:00

The ReloNavigator Solution - Global Mobility Management in Relocation, Immigration, Culture and Destination Services
Experiences in the management of global mobility programs, people and culture are essentials to success. These will make your employees become more productive, concentrate their responsibilities, stay with you for longer period of time and comfort ability of their family members. Effective Partnership is a key in order to adjust smoothly after moving to a new location.

How and what are the best ways to implement expatriate planning? Every individual assignee or transferee who may relocate to a new city or country, must utilize an experienced professional as a resource for this kind of lifestyle. Any HR professional, who is involved in bridging the origin country and the destination city must make a search of an experienced Global Mobility & Human Capital and Resources Management Consultant with successful experiences in global mobility management, particularly when the In-house HR professionals do not have adequate knowledge and experiences.

Both types of individuals can provide you an experiential insights and perspectives 'the pros and cons' about Expatriate Success in Living abroad. Inquire about the challenges, the advantges and disadvantages. Identify to yourself the value of this experience for your personal growth. Set short and long term goals because both will help you achieve a balance to your lifestyle, being an Expat and your family members (where applicable).

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At JNT Consulting we provide full resources in Human Capital & Resources Management. We will be happy to listen and understand how we can help you. You don't need to use the entire scope of solutions above if your needs are different. An Ala-carte' Approach can be tailored to your needs.

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Unemployment and Economic Growth Must Be in Partnership to Recovery

2011-08-23T13:23:00.000-07:00

What can the American people expect from the President when he will take the podium on Labor Day of 2011?

"Readiness 'to unroll the details and specifics' in trouble shooting unemployment issues for 9+ % Americans must be the prime goal of Mr. President and not only 'visionary talks' but a realistic implementable actions that will be felt by the majority of the Americans looking for a JOB! Americans like to work and earn a decent living, food and shelter for the family." - source: http://www.facebook.com/JNTCONSULTING

The Huffington Post has illustrated some activities and techniques that Mr. President has been doing while he was vacationing at the Martha's Vineyard.

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