Are project workers more cost effective than permanent staff? For the last hundred years, the talent engagement model has relied on permanent staff, but the model no longer accurately reflects the reality of 21st century talent engagement. Enter the project worker, writes Matthew Franceschini. September 4, 2013 Professional Development
Project contractors and your workforce strategy It has become common practice for organisations to supplement existing staff resources or to seek additional specialised skills and expertise by engaging project contractors. Matthew Franceschini of Entity Solutions explains why. May 16, 2013 Professional Development Teamwork
4 ways to curb your perfectionist streak Being a perfectionist is not uncommon and, in many ways, can be driver of success. But sometimes it can throw out your time management. Aim for excellence, not perfection, advises Matthew Franceschini. May 1, 2013 Quality Time
Commitment, productivity and the project contractor Project contractors may be suitable for projects or assignments but to get real commitment, productivity and engagement, you need to rely on permanent employees. Or do you? asks Matthew Franceschini. December 19, 2012 Professional Development
7 rules to secure a contract project role In a competitive job market, first impressions count more than ever. Finding an ideal fit that offers a win-win for you and your client, and ensuring that you have the right structure to operate by, may be the difference between success and demise as a project contractor. November 20, 2012 Professional Development
Isolation and the project contractor If you are a project contractor, there is a possibility that you will spend at least some of your time working in isolation. SANE Australia and Entity Solutions warns that too much independence can affect your health. September 20, 2012 Communication
Is there a downside to project contracting? Permanent employees sometimes look with envy at the freedom of project contractors. To others, it is an absence of job security. So where does the truth lie? Matthew Franceschini of Entity Solutions explains how downsides can sometimes be upsides. August 22, 2012 Professional Development
Lifelong learning for project managers We were taught at a young age that knowledge is power and freedom. Don’t forget this lesson! Constantly focus on rekindling your spark for learning in order to claim your independence, writes Michelle LaBrosse. August 2, 2012 Blogs
