Every employee dreads hearing the words “Fired, effective immediately.” It is a piece of news no one wants to hear because it will cut you off from your monthly income and create a stigma that may affect your chances to get another job. Employers cannot just fire employees because they hate them. There must be…
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What’s left behind is disheartening, disbelief and disappointment. I’m talking about the latest Singapore saga that has everyone talking about it. Singapore is a tiny country so any major news will rock our little world. In the past, I have highlighted a few stories about Singapore especially if it is closely related to work ethics.…
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Welcome to the New Year. A new year means a new job? Are you currently thinking about getting a new job? If that is a yes, it may be tricky to pull off a job hunt if you are still employed because your current employer may be tipped off that you are going to resign.…
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When it comes to building networks within your chosen industry, LinkedIn is the social media that you should use. The site is used by professionals and companies alike, sharing information and updates about the industry they are in and building their network of connections.
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With everything now going digital, businesses are now turning to online tools that would help them reach out to their consumers better than the traditional methods. Social media is one of these online tools, permitting businesses to reach a large volume of their intended market, but also promote their products with ease.
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Many of you have asked me how to make their blog popular or how to profit from your blog. If you are one of those who wants to take your blog one step higher, do read on…
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Everybody wants to make the hours spent on their websites generate finances as well as likes and smiles. It is not so daunting as it may seem at first glance. Is it possible to turn your personal blog into a website that drives profit for you? Yes, it is possible.
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I’m not a racist. But I must admit I used to be a country-ist. And what’s that? According to the urban dictionary: A countryist is someone who hates people from a certain country or countries.
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Graduating college is a time of great joy and pride for students and their parents. But it’s also a time for asking “Now what?” as donning that cap and gown marks a transition for many from school life to the workforce. Graduates quickly find that working life is a different animal entirely – but that…
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Michael is a wonderful friend and an amazing writer. As much as I am overwhelmed by daily stuff in my life, I always make it a point to read his posts at least twice a week. His posts are thought-provoking and more than often, leaves me hanging for more. Here is one of his best…
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Usually, I have a nose to sniff out special people and Rachel is one of those people that I would love to meet in real life. She is full of positive passion (so hard not to be infected by her!) and you can tell from the interview below, she loves what she is doing and…
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Recently due to a recruitment stint, I have been in contact with a lot of new freelancers. Many of them have asked me how I started my journey and how to get my first client.
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Many of us starting out as a freelancer have difficulty choosing our specialty to offer to the public to attract clients.
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So, what do you do if you find yourself working in a company with younger colleagues? How can you adapt and get along with them considering your ages and ideas?
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When I have the time (in between housework and a screaming toddler), I love to read my followers’ blogs. Sometimes, I am lucky enough to stumble upon great articles that are related to careers – the theme of MiddleMe. Like the one I am about to introduce to you here.
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Data collection is not unfamiliar to us: from taking street surveys to answering feedback form. But what does a market researcher actually do?
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Late payments are a freelancers’ worst nightmare.
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Ever wonder what is the difference between a photographer and a photojournalist? Or maybe you are looking into turning your photography skills into something serious for a career.
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If you have been a regular reader of MiddleMe, you’ll realize that I published a post every workday from Monday to Friday and this led to some of my followers asking me “Why don’t I run out of ideas to write on?”
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As the saying goes; do what you love and you won’t work in your life.
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