I felt a kinship when I first came across CJ Porter’s blog. Maybe it is that he is a parent like me or maybe he is an excellent writer or maybe both. I love his articles and how inspiring it is to read them. Today, I have picked out one of his many posts to…
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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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When we talk about women in the workplace, it is not uncommon for us to hear about low ratios of women in fields where men are on top. Even if women are capable of performing well in these fields, they face a lot of challenges and opposition to show what they are capable of. I…
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Just a few days back, I have come across an absurd goal of someone who said that his life goal is to ultimately owning a landed property. Mind you, it isn’t a goal he set himself for the next 5 years to achieve but a lifetime goal. It did get me thinking that goals shouldn’t…
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For most of us, it is very difficult to manage our personal life with work. Sometimes, it feels like work is taking over our lives and we can’t seem to find time for ourselves and for our families. If we tried to move away from work and tried to give time for ourselves, we lose…
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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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Hi Kally, It’s so good to be in touch with you. Many of your articles are amazing and inspiring. I often forward your articles to my friends. I have a problem that I need your help in. I am in my second year of my business studies and I don’t think I am interested in…
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For many of us, we often jump at the chance for promotion the very minute it is offered to us. However, our co-workers may disagree with the promotion and say it’s not yet time for us to get it. Some are content on where they are and know it is not yet the time to…
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Nowadays, small businesses are thriving in a market that is dominated by big businesses. These small businesses are the source of many jobs, introduce new ways in doing things and keep money steady. If these businesses were not there, the economy would be in turmoil. Even freelancing is considered doing your own business. Many people…
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Are you thinking of moving up the career ladder and take on a managerial job? If that is a yes, being a manager is a very tough responsibility to take. If you were previously doing tasks, you will be expected to lead others. You will also be expected to tackle different personalities and make them…
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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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When you think about crafts, many people see it as a hobby rather than a lucrative business. But, for some, arts and crafts is a huge industry and many creative minds are trying their best to get their dream job that would let them do crafts they love. Aside from arts and crafts stores, there…
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Dear Kally, I love my job as a nurse in an elderly nursing home. I’ve been there for the last five years and find it a joy to work with my colleagues and the seniors. My problem is that my husband hates my job. He calls my workplace “a holding area for the dying” and…
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Sometimes, people come up to me and tell me that passion is a myth. It is not a myth! You can be working in your dream job if you try hard enough to find it. Even your dream job is “sleeping all day in a job“. I did my 2 hashtag posts last year and…
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I’ve been labelled a talkative person as long as I started opening my mouth. My teachers in school would write in my report card: “Kally is very creative but she needs to talk less.” “Her work is good and she can focus more in class and be less talkative.” “Kally has shown improvement in her…
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Employees are a key to a business’ success and every boss takes this by heart. They will search everywhere just to find that perfect employee who could help them succeed. Of course, when we are hired, we will do our best to help our employers because it important for our career. However, we cannot act…
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Most people will be in the workforce for about 50 years, some even 60, depending on when they choose to retire or whether they started out early. But 50 years is a long time not to try out some risks and challenge yourself in different ways. Inspired by things I need to put in my…
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I love interviewing people from all walks of life. So when Aishah asked if she can interview me, of course, I jumped at the chance! Come on, who doesn’t like blabbing about herself? Just kidding. Below is some of the extracts from the interview. You can read more about it here. Once again, Aishah thank…
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Over the many years of my life, I’ve had many career choices. Some were necessities, others learning experiences, and the rest were the beginnings of what I truly wanted to do – to help others. I think every one of us has that inborn trait, unless we’re psychotic serial killers or narcissists who think only…
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