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Taking Sabbatical Leave From Work
It can be hard to predict the likelihood of your employer giving you a long leave. Even when you are ready to forgo your pay.
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Whisper: I Slept With My Bully
I love your column Whisper and I hope by sharing my story, perhaps some young girl out there will learn from my mistakes and maybe save herself from evil.
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Identifying The Different Types Of Workplace Bullying
There are far too many people I have spoken with during my corporate days that are not able to identify that they are actually being bullied. No harm no foul, isn’t it?
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Should You Lie In Your Resume?
Despite the plethora of jobs that are supposedly available today, getting employment is a very competitive business. Getting a job is a job all on its own.
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The Difference Between A Recruiter, A HR And A Hiring Manager
You get a call from a recruiter, not just any recruiter but THE RECRUITER from your dream company on the dream job you have applied for.
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Whisper: I’m A Fraudster
*As told to Kally by someone who wishes to be anonymous Every single moment I lived in fear. I hate it whenever I received an email from HR and I wouldn’t open it until days later. What do I have to fear so much? I lied in my application to get this job.
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Guest Post: 6 TOP TIPS TO ACE THAT INTERVIEW!
Came across a new blog and Kelly – the author sums it up in her article on how to score that interview.
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Fair Hiring Practices: Does This Even Exist In The Job Market?
As I am edging towards my 40 years old (shocking, I know!), I wonder will it be too late or will I be phased out of the employable age when I decide to rejoin the workforce.
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A Word Of Advice: Reinventing Yourself
Hi Kally, I hope you’re enjoying motherhood!
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Guest Post: HIRING (1)
I love how some of us are able to take a complex and boring topic to recreate to an article that is enjoyable and informative at the same time. I have found such article at Leadershipcues and decide to share this treasure with you. Enjoy! Is hiring just an activity to fill a slot for you…
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Sexual Harassment at A Workplace
I don’t know if it is common in your country but sexual harassment is extremely common in Asia, without the victims realizing that they are in danger of harassment. What you don’t know can’t hurt you, right? Wrong! It is wrong to ignore and avoid talking about sexual harassment in a workplace like many Asian…
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Maternity Leave in Asia
As I was carrying my child, I was pondering about the entitled maternity leave that was offered in Malaysia. I know for a fact that Singapore provides 4 months of paid maternity leave for mothers and 2 weeks for the new dad. As for Malaysia, it is 60 consecutive days for the new mums. Some…
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Whisper: I Caught My Boss with His Pants Down
*As told to Kally from someone who wishes to be anonymous I have been in this law firm since the very beginning and enjoyed my time working for one of the partners as a paralegal for 13 years. When he retired, his son took over his position and inherited me as his paralegal as well.…
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What will your Eulogy says
Today, I had a passing thought on how my eulogy will sound like and the speakers at my funeral. It was just curiosity that made my mind wander rather than negativity dwelling. Have you ever wonder what will yours sound like? On the personal side of things, I know I will have great friends who…
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Humans Are Your Best Resources
Far too often do companies ignore the people who work for them. People who spend their days working hard and doing things they dislike are rewarded with poor treatment and neglect. Unfortunately, most countries don’t have laws that extend this far into worker’s rights. Instead, it’s up to businesses to give their employees the right…
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A Word of Advice: Calling in Sick
Hi Kally, First of all, I must say I love MiddleMe very much and amazed that you can come up with so many articles every week. If you feature this email, I will be ecstatic. I have a problem. My company is hosting a charity gala dinner next month, all employees are mandatory to attend…
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Whisper: I am obsessed with my secretary
*As told to Kally from someone who wishes to be anonymous Kyla and I came from the same school however, we never really crossed path in the compound. Her being a few years my junior, probably hang out with the most popular clique in school while I was the school biggest wallflower. I was only…
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Guest Post: How I Dealt With A Boss From Hell
In January of last year, I took a job that taught me a lot about interpersonal relationships, office politics, and how to deal with an alcoholic for a boss. Within the first week at this company, my boss was already bad-mouthing employees in front of me, asking me (at noon) if I wanted to join him for…
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Interview Types & How To Smash Them For Six
Photo Are you bored at work? Does the job not mean as much to you as it did in the past? If the answer if yes, it’s time to change jobs. Changing jobs is a scary prospect, especially if you have worked there for years, but it’s necessary. Only when you leave your comfort zone…
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