Job interviews require applicants to sell themselves to their potential employers and convince them that you are the one they are looking for. However, during the interview, you will be asked about your weaknesses. Answering this question is tricky because if you answer honestly, you may end up taking yourself out of the running despite…
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Hello MMers! I hope life has been treating you kind. Life is now at a standstill for me because our Covid positive numbers are rising, and the Malaysian government decided to lockdown the entire country again. Even without the lockdown, looking at the daily numbers blasting over social media is depressing enough. During these weeks,…
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Have you ever felt the feeling that you can’t control the world around you? Do you think that everyone is taking advantage of you at work and even outside of work? If your answer is a yes, this feeling can be unbearable until you don’t see the point of doing well at work. But, you…
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Job interviews are not complete without the question “What are your Strengths?” Candidates may find this question easy to answer, but you have to be careful to answer it because you may end up highlighting strengths that are not related to the job. Interviewers use this question to see if you are suited for the…
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Whether you are applying for a new job or a promotion, one question you cannot escape is, “What are you passionate about?” At first, the question doesn’t seem complicated, but it can get a little intricate and embarrassing when answering it, especially to someone you don’t know. If you are asked this question during your…
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When you ask a well-off person about how they managed to succeed in their career, you may notice that they have a similar answer. They would say that they have a unique set of work habits that they religiously practised throughout their careers. Their work habits have made it possible for them to succeed and…
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I choose to share this topic on Patty’s invitation for guest collaboration because it is very dear to me. In fact, I have friends who are going through workplace abuse and many of them are trying to either find a new job or trying to report to their HR. Workplace abuse is a serious matter…
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Nowadays, employers look for more than just the qualifications specified for a particular job. For a new graduate looking for a job, determining the skills to nurture besides the ones required for a specific position can be challenging. There are many skills out there that fit specific careers and others that don’t precisely fit a…
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Hello MMers, I hope everyone is doing awesome. I love the month of May because it’s the month where I and many others celebrate the joy of motherhood. And trust me, it’s a lifelong job. It is a difficult job. It is a job that doesn’t come with a degree, but yet everyone, including your…
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A well-written resume is not the only way to express your potential to your prospective employers. Nowadays, online portfolios are becoming very popular in showcasing one’s resume to potential employers. But, while people say that online portfolios only work for those in the creative industry, online portfolios can work for anyone. Still not convinced? Here…
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During pandemic, we all have our own financial worries. Worrying about putting food on the table, worrying whether our job will be at risk, worrying if we will be unemployed overnight. It can get too much, overpowering us, causing anxiety and stress. One of the posts I’ve come across sum it up perfectly with sound…
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Words are meaningless unless you string them into coherent sentences that conjure up the imagination of minds and open up endless possibilities. Today, we sit down and explore how our words bring meaning to our lives, how we share our thoughts, hoping to inspire others and how we tell stories from our years of experiences…
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More often than not, people leave their jobs because they feel like their company or team does not appreciate them. As an employee, it is of paramount importance to feel valued by your company; it shows that your work input is appreciated no matter the position. If you feel unappreciated in your workplace, the first…
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I acknowledge that this period can be very trying and everyone is trying to keep their head above water. When working as a team, you may notice that your productivity may be affected by the team’s morale and motivation. This is a prevalent occurrence and is instigated by various reasons. Fortunately, these six great tips…
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Hey MMers, How was the month of March for you? Some of you are probably experiencing Spring right now, while some folks I know are being vaccinated and looking forward to normalcy again. February left me full of emotions. During March, I recuperated and cleared out all the negativity around me, which had been piling…
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Love is a subjective emotion. While others talked about love between two person, I want to address love in a different way. To me, it is suffering if you cannot find love (even a wee bit) in what you do on a daily basis. I’m not sure if it is even worth the pay check…
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Catching the eye of your employers and getting your dream job is not easy. However, among other things, a well-designed online-built portfolio can better your chances with the prospective employer. Online portfolios showcase your personality, experiences, and capabilities. If appropriately designed, your online portfolio is enough to get you hired. Creating an impeccable and seamless…
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So, you made a mistake at work? Maybe fail to comply with a deadline or miscommunication with a co-worker. It’s common. Messing up at the workplace has endless ways. Luckily, to make things right after committing a mistake are as many. Apologising after committing a mistake requires essential expertise, but what is the right way…
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I have been honoured to be invited by Patty Wolters to contribute to her project called “The Skilled Helpers Collaborative” where I and other talented writers share our life experiences, our stories and importantly, inspire others during difficult times like this. I hope you will enjoy this piece that I wrote. I love changes. For…
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Some say that if you find the perfect job, you won’t have to worry about everything else. While this adage sounds like a dream, this isn’t always guaranteed to be perfect, especially if you work in a company with a unique way of doing things different from what you are used to. If you can’t…
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