Overly high personal standards and overly critical self-evaluations are two things that describe a perfectionist. They want everything to be perfect and won’t settle for anything less. This can show up as self-criticism, criticism of other people, and attempts to control people and events. 10 Signs You Are a Perfectionist
You’re not the only one who feels stressed and tired after returning to hybrid work settings. Hybrid work, which means working both in the office and from home, can be challenging, but there are ways to make it easier. The Washington Post shared 5 tips to ease your transition into
Morra Aarons-Mele hosts the podcast, The Anxious Achiever, to explore why it’s so important to start talking about mental health at work, and what can be done to make it happen. All too often, the topic of mental health is the classic “elephant in the room” that nobody wants to address. It is
At the beginning of 2020, the Covid-19 spread hurt the economies of countries worldwide, including Malaysia. Now in 2023, employers are looking for specific skills from the future candidates. A study by Ipsos says that since the virus hit, about 31.95 million people, or 10% of the total population, have
Social unpredictability and instability can have far-reaching effects. It’s possible that it triggered the Great Resignation. With the economy and the lives of so many people being shaken up on such a large scale, many people are refocusing on what is most important to them. During that time of self-reflection
Professional networking is often seen as a waste of time by people who don’t see its value yet. However, it’s something you have to do to build your job or business. The benefits and effects of business networking go far beyond just making connections. Professional networking may open doors, help
Quitting your work to pursue new chances is a big career decision. Systemic corporate or role issues might cause long-term employment frustration. A hostile workplace, a demanding supervisor, or a general disinterest in the job are all signs that it’s time to resign. Here are 5 signs you should quit
Due to rising cost of living many say the latest minimum wage hike to RM1,500 isn’t enough. Employees have called for living wage that are fair. However, experts say that because Malaysian workers are losing their voice, it is unlikely that they will be able to get higher pay and better
Many workers and businesses have been able to do remote work for years thanks to technological changes. The pandemic caused a sharp rise in remote work and many employees now work at home. But is this a productive way to work? Ergotron’s research says remote work does help with productivity.
Working hard is not a bad thing, but there is a boundary that differentiates between hardworking and workaholic. Many people are confused about the definition between a hard worker and a workaholic. According to WebMD, workaholism means prioritizing work over all other activities, even if it affects your health, family,
Gen Z is a group of people who were born from 1996 to 2012. Not only are these people college graduates or professionals, but they are also the backbone of businesses that are moving forward. Gen Z is not a typical group. They aren’t afraid to say what they think
During a job interview, the company will ask you several questions to determine if you have what it takes to work for them. But the company may ask about your weaknesses in many of the questions. Isn’t it hard to answer this question in a way that is not also
Employers usually adore humble employees. Despite their many accomplishments and the high quality of their job, they will always remain down to earth. However, it can also be problematic if you are overly humble, as you may suffer from imposter syndrome. Employees who consistently put themselves down and believe they
The International Institute for Management Development (IMD) World Competitiveness Ranking 2023 study came out on 20 June. It mentions that Malaysia has moved up five spots and is now the 27th most competitive economy in the world. IMD worked with the Malaysia Productivity Corporation to figure out how well the
A four-year university education is not ideal for everyone. Thus, SPM leavers should consider community college as an option. Here are five reasons why attending community college is sometimes a better option: 1. Save money The cost of a community college is only a fraction of the cost of a
