Croydon Leadership

Croydon has a number of key leadership figures. Some I would take my hat off too as they are doing a great job with little or no support or gratitude. There are however some others who you really need to question.

Early part of this week, I was invited to an event in Croydon. It was geared up that lots of people would be there and it would be good for businesses and residents. I must admit, I only stayed for the first hour but it became very clear even in that short time, no one was actually attending.

Recently, we learnt that Marc Gore, Croydon's top Policeman has moved on due to rules governing him on his training. There are some that will not be too sad to see him go and yet there will also be those who will be sad at his lost to the Croydon Community.

And it is that is the issue. Croydon has has hundreds of thousands of residents and untold number of workers commuting into Croydon. There is room for change and there are those who will be good at it but how many of you will actually come forward and get involved.

The main point is. There are many people who love to Moan and drop comments on what they would do if they had a chance but they never get involved in making decisions. Then there are those who get so rapped up in something because they cannot see both sides of the story for one reason or another. It is all well and good about being passionate about something but you still may not be a good leader. You need to climb down of the high horse and let others around you who care just as much as you may but can help as a team to build better leadership

Croydon 2020 - Take a look into the future

Croydon has been the talk of re-development for decades but now there does seem to be something actually happening. In 2010, Croydon will be applying to become a city again and this time after loosing out twice before.

Croydon in the next 10+ years will see (if the plans and schedules are kept too) the biggest change to the sky line since the 1950's. A mixture of new offices, Leisure facilities, Road networks, Public Transport, Housing and retail outlets are already either in the planning stages or will start work soon.

With all of this in mind, All about Croydon has taken the decision to create a sister site to bring together all of the new re-development plans for the future. The new site ( http://www.croydon2020.com )is being completed over the next few days and will include pictures and descriptions of the plans, a forum, news and events so you can get involved plus lots more.

The new website is not completed as yet but we welcome your comments on what else you would like to see.

Croydon Credit Crunch Exhibition

Croydon, South London is holding an Exhibition for businesses and residents to learn from workshops and meet businesses that could help them to beat the credit crunch. The event is taking place at Croydon Town hall on Monday 29th October from 1.30pm.

There are two sessions in the day - you can come to one or both, or drop in when you want. It is half term week, and we expect a wide ranging audience. There is no need for delegates to book beforehand, but it would be good to know if you or colleagues are coming, so that we can cater for numbers. However, if you would like to exhibit, please do contact me, or the office, on the numbers below for details.

For further details, or to book exhibition space (rates from £50 for SMEs) Contact Business SENSE on 020 8653 9589 or email: info@senseorg.com.