The acquisition of high levels of skill in science, business, music, the arts and sports has long been a topic of intense debate in psychology but the path to success may be simpler than you think.

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Mobile handsets require high levels of precision manufacturing skill as well as strong supply chain capabilities.

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Overall, being a strategic contributor demands that high levels of business knowledge and skill be present in HR.

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Wages: With the economy already at high unemployment levels, wages for employees with the skill sets of those previously employed by Wal-Mart would likely decrease for some time.

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