In Germany, Italy, and Japan, where populations are no longer growing, the workforces are already diminishing. Britain's and France's will remain stable for about two decades before decreasing slowly. The United States' workforce will grow in the next two decades and remain stable for many decades thereafter. Opportunities abound in every sector. The growth in senior citizens will fuel tourism, leisure activities, financial services, and medical care.
Every nation needs education.
Asia and Latin America need to develop their infrastructures. Six billion people inhabit this globe. Many more will be here a century from now. Their health and economic well-being depend crucially on sound planning and decision making now and in the future. Dr. Terry van der Werff is a certified management consultant who advises CEOs and boards on strategy.