It’s no secret that the tech talent market is booming. But tech talent is hard to come by, so when you do come across the right talent you have to be ready to make a decision. Competition for tech talent is steep. The number of companies actively competing for tech
The Great Resignation, paired with widespread economic growth over the past year, has led to an inflection point where there are many more job openings than applicants. In other words, if you’re looking for a change, now is an excellent time to switch careers. Here are the “best jobs in Malaysia”
Although females are still underrepresented in the highest-paying jobs for women, the proverbial glass ceiling is far more fragile than it was a few decades ago. Women were once relegated to low-paying jobs that supported their husband’s income but rarely surpassed it. Various factors such as child-rearing, chauvinism, gender bias, and
If you’re a woman who wants to learn how to code, please do. We need you. But if you don’t want to code, there are still plenty of ways to work in the future-proof tech industry. Part of the gender gap in tech is due to the fact that many people equate a career
Company culture is somewhat intangible and difficult to wrap your head around during the hiring process—and that’s even more true when that hiring process is happening remotely. What if all of your interviews take place via video chat and you never meet anyone in person or see the office? Or
If you receive a warning at work, verbal or written, it is important to be cautious with your response. Usually, a warning happens when a supervisor is dissatisfied with your work, behavior or performance. Before this happens, some supervisors will voice their concerns, allowing you to correct your mistake before
How much does it actually cost to land a new job? The answer, unfortunately, is that it depends. Some reports show that 27% of job seekers who incurred expenses during a job search spent over RM500, primarily on clothing (49%), transportation (22%), and travel (11%). If you’re looking for a
Malaysia is a well established country and relatively low rate of unemployment. It offers a quality of life, excellent education, and more. As of this point at end of 2021, the Malaysian economy is doing well since the pandemic. Malaysia offers great employment opportunities and has attracted many immigrants. That’s great news
If your company undecided about a candidate after the fourth (4th) round interview and thinking about a fifth round. You shall tell them that it wouldn’t be any differences. In fact, it is a mistake to get to four. Do you know what the fourth round interview says about your hiring
When looking for a job, you may consider hiring a professional to assist you with your search. Recruiters and headhunters may seem like an attractive option for several reasons. In a recruitment setting, discussion about compensation can happen immediately, as opposed to the typical job interview process in which salary
Do you ever feel like you have lots of contact names from networking, your current job, and life in general, but you don’t know how to leverage them? It can be difficult to think of ways to approach them, or even what you want to approach them for. The chief
There is no denying that nothing can really substitute for experience. This is why when it comes to hiring for managerial positions in particular, the majority of organizations prefer hiring older people. In the past that majority of people retired at the age of 65. But those were the old days
Once upon a time, a “gig” – a one-time, short-term assignment or project – was something reserved for musicians or models. Those days are long gone. A growing number of people are choosing to avoid the regular 9-to-5 routine; instead, they work-on-demand for firms that employ them on a freelance
Chances are that you or someone you know has experienced a layoff at some point. No matter how stable and safe your career might seem, getting the so-called pink slip can happen to anyone. Indeed, the 2021 economic crisis and lockdown has been the epitome of unexpected. No one knows yet when
More people than ever are working from home because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Whether you’re new to working remotely or just looking to level up, these tips from a remote work pro can help you stay productive and maintain balance. Start on Time. Start your work a little early on Monday
