27: Micro Internships, Macro Opportunity

In this episode, Barry and Eleanor discuss the pros and cons of being a digital nomad, how frustrating it is to try and work without a mobile phone.  BT’s £30m investment in Distributed.co and the rapidly expanding use of Open Talent in the UK.  Their special topic is the use of student talent and how students are being used to provide skills and capacity to businesses, through talent platforms. They are joined by Jeffery Moss the founder and CEO of Parker Dewey.  Parker Dewey offer “micro internships” for students to showcase their skills and potential while also getting paid and providing employers with skills and the chance to get to know student talent who might go on to longer term internships or full time future roles. Links: www.parkerdewey.com www.open-assembly.com

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The world of work is transforming before our eyes. The global freelance workforce is growing fast and digital platforms and marketplaces are linking people with skills to companies looking for skills no matter where in the world they’re located. Talent is universal but opportunity has previously been limited to big cities - until now. Join Barry and Eleanor Matthews from Open-Assembly as they meet businesses and individuals involved in how the future works