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
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5 Benefits of Networking
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
5 Signs You Should Quit Your Job
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
3 Ways to Deal With Rising Cost of Living
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
Remote Work: Working Hard or Hardly Working?
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.
Hardworking or Workaholic?
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,
What Does Gen Z Want in a Career?
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
5 Ways to Answer ‘What is Your Weakness’ Question During Interview
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
9 Signs You Have Imposter Syndrome
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
Malaysia Ranks 27th in World Competitiveness Ranking 2023
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
5 Reasons SPM Leavers Should Go to Community College
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
Understanding Gen Z Employees
It’s time to change the narrative of how Gen Z are shaking up the workplace. Gen Z is a new generation of workers who were born between 1996 and 2012 and are sure that something needs to change. Here are five common misunderstandings regarding Gen Z in the workplace: There some
5 Reasons to Get Into Cyber Security
Along with the advancement of technology in today’s digitization era, problems related to cyber security are also increasing. Cyber attacks are quick and involve sophisticated software and gadgets, making them difficult to prevent and impossible to recover data. Many organizations are racing to find employees who are skilled in the
5 Ways for Optimizing Your Internship
You just got an internship at your dream company? Congratulations! Now it’s up to you to make the most of this valuable chance. According to Forbes, here are 5 things you can do to make the most of your internship: 1. Invest on relationships People have always been the best
SPM 2023 Registration Extended Until 30 June
Good news to all SPM 2023 candidates who are registering for the examination! Private candidates can now register for the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) 2023 test until 30 June, instead of 16 June. The Ministry of Education (MOE) announced this on Tuesday, to provide almost 30,000 SPM 2022 students who