Accurate business information is vital to the success of any business venture. In these challenging times, up-to-date information can mean the difference between failure and success in your Indonesian business endeavors. Last year's figures and forecasts, made during the ups and downs of the ongoing monetary crisis ... all can be thrown out the window. For more information, consult the invaluable publications listed below.
How to Start a Business in Bali - It can be difficult enough starting a successful business in your own country, let alone in a foreign country like Indonesia. The dream of running your own guesthouse or restaurant by the beach on a tropical island like Bali, doesn't stop people wanting to give it a try. This guide on how to start a business in Bali was written to help guide people through the ropes of setting up a company and establishing a successful business. The book goes beyond the author's experience by including interviews with successful expat entrepreneurs who have a combined experience of over 80 years in Indonesia. The advice is practical and to the point. While the guide focuses on Bali, the information could also be applied to other locations in Indonesia as well.
Articles on Cross-Cultural Aspects of Doing Business in Indonesia
To succeed in business, to penetrate the Indonesian market, to make the sale, to meet the right people, to position yourself so that your business will survive the ongoing economic crisis - these and many other key elements of your business strategy are dependent on accurate information and sound advice.
Consultants abound in Jakarta. Be sure that the ones you depend on have well-established networks and significant depth of knowledge of the Indonesian business community.
Hill & Associates (H&A) is the leading risk management and security consulting group in Asia. We currently provide a comprehensive range of services to assist multi-national clients in protecting their personnel, property, proprietary information and corporate reputation to the highest levels throughout the region. Our services cover the entire spectrum of security and include risk assessment, executive protection, security training, security surveys, contingency planning, crisis management, technical projects, brand protection, investigations, due diligence and corporate reputation protection.
Aside from our headquarters in Hong Kong, H&A also operates regional offices in Shanghai, Guangzhou, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Mumbai, New Delhi and New York. In addition to our regional offices, H&A have local representatives to assist clients in the US and Europe. In those countries where H&A do not have a full time presence, we are able to call upon an extensive network of well placed international associates and contacts. Recent article Risk Management in Indonesia.
As a leading Architectural Design Firm in Jakarta, Citra Duta Artistry (CDA) has been servicing multinational clients in Indonesia since 1993. CDA specializes in corporate office Interior Design and Architecture, with a staff of over 20 trained professionals in our Jakarta and Bali offices, we combine overseas experience and a local staff to deliver an international level of service at locally competitive prices. Our many clients will attest to our professionalism, creativity and the attention we give each project. Some recently completed projects, include: ABN AMRO Bank, Celebrity Fitness, CNOOC, Santos Oil, Unilever, Volvo and Halliburton to name but a few. These projects prove that a professional design service is an essential component of a successful business. CDA can save you both time and money in your next fit-out, move or reorganization through our proven design and project management record. Moving Your Office and Building Evaluation Service.
PT. Okusi Business Consulting in areas of: PMA Company Establishment, Nominee Trading Companies, Company Domicile and Management Services, Business Research, Legal Assistance, Visas and Work Permits, Sworn Translations, Banking, Trademarks and Copyrights, Recruitment, Crisis Management. Okusi Associates provides comprehensive and affordable documentary, management and research services for foreign businesses and individuals wishing to establish themselves in Indonesia. Okusi is a solid consultancy company with a proven track record. We offer a money-back guarantee for all our services.
We communicate clearly, and have a thorough understanding of local cultures, business conventions, law, politics, and community relations. Whether your project is large, small or somewhere in between, we'll give you the advice that's right for you; concisely, accurately and objectively. Email responded to promptly.
PT Kandu is a company founded in 2008 is aimed at providing building and construction services for expatriates and discerning Indonesians alike. PT Kandu strives to provide a higher level of service and delivery than is typical amongst our competitors. Our focus is on excellence, customer satisfaction and engineered value and in the safe and timely delivery of your project. With many years experience in Indonesia we can provide project management services and expertise tailored to suit the particular needs of Clients who have a short term need for such services but would rather maintain their focus on their core businesses.
We believe we can demonstrate a level of professionalism and commitment that will give you complete confidence in our ability to manage your capital projects be they a single house, office building or refit, through the whole process from inception, design, construction and handover and any point between.
digitaldevelopment.com provides Internet development and technology consultancy services to a wide range of clients. Through value-added site services, site renovations, high-end website development as well as ongoing and innovative site services which include IPIX 360 degree digital pictures, we are able to make your online business thrive! By developing online communities we are able to provide extensive promotion through customized promotion platforms. We provide effective positioning and search engine registrations, site positioning and tracking to dramatically increase your visibility. digitaldevelopment.com makes web and intranet sites interactive, up-to-date and user friendly. We specialize in e-commerce, online shopping, online publishing, online reservation systems, tourism, travel and marine sites. We can help make your cyber business a success!
Jez O'Hare is a freelance photographer (and micro-light pilot), with a photo library of Indonesia. Based in Bandung. Jez has 20 years experience in aerial and location photography for industry, government, and advertising. His work has been published in various books and magazines. Our new website features photos, movies, maps, and info.
The Forecast Looks Bright for These 6 Hot Careers
By Yahoo Education Staff
Corner an economist at a cocktail party and he or she will tell you that the recession began in December 2007 and (technically) ended around August 2009, with about 7 million jobs lost during that period.
If you ask the same economist what to expect moving forward, steel yourself for talk about the pros and cons of the Troubled Asset Relief Program and how unemployment numbers are a lagging indicator.
But you don't need a Ph.D. in economics to understand that 2010 isn't just a new year, it's a new decade. So what better time than now to start thinking about a new job?
Here is our forecast for six hot careers with job security, along with what you need to know to earn a paycheck worth waking up for in 2010.
1. Software Engineer
The Job – Design and develop the programs that make computers work.
The Trend – The U.S. Department of Labor predicts that jobs will grow rapidly over the next few years, at a 32 percent increase from 2008 to 2018, as everything from medical records to gun sales becomes computerized.
The Training – Most software engineers have a bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering. A master's degree can lead to more advancement opportunities.
The Pay – A median salary of more than $80,000.
2. Personal Financial Advisor
The Job – Help people manage their income, savings, and investments to make the most of their money for retirement and other financial goals.
The Trend – According to the Department of Labor, the ten-year growth in demand for financial advisors is expected to be 30 percent since many companies are doing away with pensions and the volatile stock market has people looking for expert advice.
The Training – Getting a bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration will give you the tools to help people's money work for them.
The Pay – The median salary is $69,050.
3. Registered Nurse
The Job –Provide direct care to patients, offer support, and provide education about the patient's condition.
The Trend – Focus on preventive care, more elderly people, and technological advances in patient care are all factors in the job growth expected by The Department of Labor.
The Training – Enroll in either a nursing diploma or nursing degree program, then work on getting your nursing license.
The Pay – The median annual salary is $62,450 per year.
4. Special Education Teacher
The Job – Working with students who have learning disabilities can be challenging, but also rewarding. In fact, a University of Chicago study says that more than 70 percent of special education teachers report being "very satisfied" with their jobs.
The Trend – Projected growth should be faster than average due to increasing emphasis on special education for students who need it, and the understanding that students do best when they get that help early.
The Training – Get a bachelor's degree in special education or qualify for a higher salary with a master's degree. Each state requires a teaching license, which can sometimes include additional training in special education.
The Pay – Salaries vary by region and school setting. The median annual salary for preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school special education teachers is $50,020, but top earners average at more than $78,000 per year.
5. Database Administrator
The Job – Ensure that electronic data is organized, available, and secure.
The Trend – Companies will have more of these positions to fill because of the increasing reliance on computers for storage and distribution of information.
The Training - Most positions require at least an associate's degree in computer science, and a bachelor's degree will open the door to more positions and higher salaries.
The Pay - The average salary is $69,740 per year.
6. Home Care Nurse
The Job – Visit patients in their homes to take vital signs, administer medications, and monitor patients' overall health. These nurses can be the patient's primary health care provider on a day-to-day basis.
The Trend – While all nursing specialties are predicted to be in high demand, the need for nurses in the home health care industry should grow faster than other specialties – up 33 percent from 2008 to 2018, according to the Department of Labor.
The Training – Get your associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing and pass your state's licensing exam to get started.
The Pay – $58,740 is the average salary per year for RNs in the home health care services industry.
Although the U.S. Constitution tells us that "All men are created equal," the U.S. job market tells us that all jobs are not. The good news is that many degree and training programs are available to help you study from anywhere – and at anytime, in this decade or the next.
Find schools offering online training programs.
All salary data from The U.S. Department of Labor.
NEW YORK – If the GOP retakes Congress and doesn’t immediately take on the Tea Partiers’ top issue, the national debt, they face a backlash that could cost them the support of the movement—whose expectations are sky high.
