Investing in people: option or necessity?
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UK leisure operators have generally been slow to adopt the Investors in People initiative, even thought that they are aware of the importance of the performance of their staff in giving them a competitive advantage. The poor take-up could be partly due to the fact that the leisure industry is dominated by small businesses, which often feel unable to participate in national initiatives. It is also possible that there has been a lack of support for the implementation of Investors in People.
Publication Name: Leisure Opportunities (Supplement to Leisure Management)
Subject: Travel industry
ISSN: 0952-8210
Year: 1996
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A new year - can we change?
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In the last years of the 20th century, service industries have become an increasingly important sector of the UK economy. In the leisure industry, the sports and active recreation sectors are threatened with competition from home entertainment and other types of leisure. If the recreation and sports industry is to retain its importance as a leading employer it must become more professional in attracting new recruits and promoting high standards.
Publication Name: Leisure Opportunities (Supplement to Leisure Management)
Subject: Travel industry
ISSN: 0952-8210
Year: 1997
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The fitness challenge
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There have been rapid developments in the UK health and fitness industry over recent years, and it is now becoming very professional, according to Robert Paton, executive director of the Fitness Industry Association. There are now 2,364 health and fitness clubs in operation, most of which have less than 10 employees. It is vital that they employ people with the appropriate skills, according to Dave Courteen, director of Fitness Express.
Publication Name: Leisure Opportunities (Supplement to Leisure Management)
Subject: Travel industry
ISSN: 0952-8210
Year: 1996
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