Out-of-touch | It'll take more than a hollow apology for Tim Gurner to master leadership

Tim Gurner, one of Australia's richest men, recently made headlines for suggesting that unemployment should increase to ‘remind workers of their place’ in the world.

While his remarks may have seemed laughable if they weren't so dangerous, the fact that some people actually support his views is deeply concerning.

Gurner's comments came during a property summit, where he argued that the COVID-19 pandemic had negatively impacted employees' attitudes and work ethics, particularly in the construction sector.

His proposed solution? Increase Australia's already low unemployment rate by 40-50%, resulting in more than 200,000 people losing their jobs. His reasoning was that employees needed a harsh reminder that they work for their employers, not the other way around.