Video conferencing are not new. It have been around for some time. Even though meeting through videos can never be as good as meeting up in real life, it is a necessity. Not only it save companies thousands of money to do video meetings instead of flying out their employees, it also better for the…
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Covid-19 pandemic has greatly shifted the way we do things: from home to work. We have been supportive towards one another, especially showing our gratitude towards the frontliners who are working hard to keep key industries working. However, the pandemic has also caused us to fear going outdoors, especially with the knowledge the virus is…
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For the past couple of months, many workplaces have been shut down temporarily because of the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The virus can spread by having contact with infected droplets that an infected person can release through sneezing, coughing, speaking and exhaling. These droplets can also stay on surfaces for a long time and…
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With almost everywhere still on a standstill and everyone still stuck indoor, I thought I should share some of my secrets to stay productive when working at home. I have been a freelancer since 2015 and my kid is always with me at home. I always have managed to get my work done before the…
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In recent years, there is an increase in offices creating co-working spaces to improve the working experience of its workers. Many have seen how better it is to work in these types of offices, especially as work habits are now shifting to adapt to the times. However, there are people who say traditional offices are…
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In the workplace, you may notice that there is a disparity in the number of women. Most senior positions are held by men and only a handful of these positions are held by women. There are many reasons why women don’t usually stand out at work and not take risks. One reason could be the…
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Companies often imposed strict policies for the well-being of the profits and of course, other employees. However, there are times where policies make no sense and may be even selfish. I had some of my friends and close acquaintances dishes out the things their ex-companies did that made them throw in their letters and walked.…
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For many of us, pursuing a specific career takes a lot of time to consider. Each career has its pros and cons from a career standpoint which makes the choice more difficult to handle. But, what some of us fail to consider sometimes is the fact we often forget about our love life when looking…
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As of 16 March 10 pm, Malaysia government have announced that they will restrict movement on the whole country from 18 March to 31 March. General prohibition of mass movements and gatherings across the country including religious, sports, social and cultural activities. To enforce this prohibition, all houses of worship and business premises must be…
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The topic of mental illness at the workplace is often swept under the carpet. Nobody wants to talk about and HR is edgy if someone were to ask about it. But mental illness is very real. Ranequa talks about it candidly with her own personal experiences and has graciously shared this post with us so…
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For some of us, we want to work in peace and not have to worry about socialising with others. We also want to go home after work and keep our work life separate from our personal life. But, socialising after work is now becoming popular as a way for coworkers to reach out to one…
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Gender equality has been gaining momentum for the past couple of years, especially after the #MeToo movement. Women are slowly getting their voices heard and their influence is now improving. While there is a significant change over women’s rights and opportunities, it is different when it comes to working. There are still a small number…
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Companies and businesses are looking into remote work to save up money. Remote work can be done anywhere and there won’t be any costs to get it set up, such as real estate, security deposits and the like. Teams working on this model can also find more flexibility with their work since they can work…
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Recently, I came across news from both Malaysia and Singapore on employers and businesses are penalising their own employees who are issued with compulsory leave of absence or stay-home notice because they are at risk of contacting Coronavirus or Covid-19 in short.
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Companies and businesses all follow values and mission statements to guide their employees. It serves as their drive and purpose everyday, as well as assisting them to be on track for the company’s goals. However, these values and mission statements don’t often match an employee’s thoughts about their jobs and career goals. Some employees may…
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Love can hit us in the most unexpected times. It can hit us even in the workplace and end up causing us to fall in love with our co-workers. While falling in love is great for our personal life, it can have repercussions, especially when your bosses find out about it. Companies and business owners…
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Love can develop anywhere and in the workplace, it is a common trend. Since you spend a lot of time at work, your colleagues will find it easy to get to know you and may want to progress from colleagues to a deeper relationship. However, if you don’t feel the same way, it can be…
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Falling in love with someone from work is a common trend, especially for those who work 9-5 jobs. If you compare the amount of time they spend at work than at home, it’s a given that these workers spend a lot of time with their co-workers. Thanks to this fact, some people can fall in…
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For some of us, we find our significant other at work due to the amount of time we spend in our workplace. Sometimes, it can be surprising and take us off guard. So, what does happen if you suddenly find yourself in love at work?
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Many of you have privately text or email me to check if I am safe during this coronavirus outbreak. I have just returned from Singapore after the Chinese New Year celebration with our families and friends. It does put a slight damper on the festive season with people you met either masked up or talking…
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