Do you have someone you aspire to be like in the future? If that is a yes, you may have missed the fact that some of them did not start in the careers they are known in now. Some of these famous personalities took several years in their previous industries before shifting. Others did it…
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One of the easy ways to move smoothly up the corporate ladder is to find yourself a career mentor. In fact, you don’t even have to restrict to only having one mentor. I am very fortunate to have my first mentor when I was 18 years old. I was in my first permanent job in…
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I like to keep my options open so I almost never ever closed my mind on something. Who knows one day, I may be able to game professionally (not really have the patience to sit in front of a computer screen all night) or open a cafe (don’t drink coffee, can’t bake to save my…
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When you are looking for a job, you shouldn’t just look for one that pays well. You should look for one that will satisfy you every day. If you are an animal lover, jobs that involves taking care of animals is the way to go. But, which animal-related jobs will give you the salary you…
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For some of us, working in an office cubicle all day is not an option. It can be very stuffy in these walls and if you love the great outdoors, it can drive you insane if you stay indoors all the time. However, it is not easy to find a job that caters to nature…
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Congratulations on your new job! You have been hired to the job you wanted. Everything you worked hard for to get to this point has paid off. The excitement you are feeling is over the roof and you can’t wait to get to work. But, while the feeling of meeting new people and making the…
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Every day, the world changes and demands for new goods and services are increasing. To counter this demand, new sectors are now popping up to take them in. But, which of these new sectors are fast growing worldwide?
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We dream to have a job that we want to pursue and excel in. We would do everything we could to get this job. But, when we do get this ideal job, there is this feeling that it is not the job for you. Or maybe, you are in your job for x number of…
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Current government data shows that people are migrating from all over the world to come and work in Singapore. There must be a good reason why this trend is happening. Could it be because Singapore has numerous jobs that her internal workforce cannot handle? Or is it that she wants to get foreign skills and…
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Sometimes, it can be very boring to be stuck in the same office space every day. You cannot explore unknown places and enjoy what the world has to offer. If you did have time to travel, it would only be for a few days. If you want to build a career and be able to…
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Being a mother is a very tough job to do; but, it is also a life-changing experience. There’s a lot of stress involved in motherhood, but there are also great rewards. Nowadays, many women do not just hope to become moms, but they also aspire to have great careers. When they do become new mothers,…
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Not sure if you should finally take a big leap and change your job for good? Sometimes, it is the environment, the colleagues and even the management that makes you want to throw in the towel and say “I quit!” Before you act harshly, do consider if it is your role that you dislike or…
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Did you find your dream job and got the job offer for it? Congratulations! If that is a yes, you have a good reason to celebrate. But, before you do so, you need to adjust the way you interact with the company. If you were careful during the interview process, you must be taking care…
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When we select who to meet, we come close to pick the right candidates for the open positions. Sometimes, we may miss the mark and sometimes we are horrified by how far the interviewees are not who they said they are on their resumes. As a hiring manager and currently a freelance recruiter, I can…
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If you are a new graduate hoping to look for a job, you should immediately jump to a job offer. Even if you believe the company is good and the offer is irresistible, the company may not be the right company for you. If you accepted it, it may affect your passion for your chosen…
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For any new applicant, the job interview is the most nerve-wracking part of job hunting. If you want to be hired for the job, your answers during the interview will count. If you find your dream job in the company you are looking into and got called for an interview, here are some tips to…
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For every employee, they dread the possibility of getting laid off or fired from their job at every moment. Unemployment would mean they would not have the funds to assist them to live their daily life and pay off whatever it is they need. It is also a status many do not like to have…
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Back in the olden days when the internet was still an idea, applying for a job takes time, money and a lot of effort. You need to visit the office you like to work for in person no matter where it is with your resume and cover letter. Today, there are a lot of job…
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Sometimes I come across blogs that of a similar niche as mine and I get into an excitement overdrive. I love being inspired and collecting great ideas. And I have found this extremely useful post by a Toronto-based marketer to share with you. If you love this post, you’ll love her blog. Do pop over there now.
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Today is the eve of Chinese New Year. Like Christmas and Thanksgiving that is important in the Western part, Chinese New Year is an important family-oriented event. Every time this year, I am grateful for a lot of things and people. I feel blessed and lucky. I count my good fortune every morning when I…
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