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Ten years ago, Boshen joined our Global Management Associate Program fresh out of university. Today, he sat down with his younger self over coffee, reflecting on an incredible journey of growth and transformation. What a ride it's been, and the best is yet to begin.
Want to switch to vacation mode, but still have some outstanding tasks to deal with? Here’s how you can make that final push a little more manageable.
They can feel like a pain to get through, but self-evaluations, when done right, can benefit not just your company, but yourself as well.
Accepting and Rejecting Offers
Not getting the role you interviewed for stings, and it’s easy to immediately blame yourself. But sometimes, not everything is within your control.
It can be hard to figure out what you should do when job offers come in, especially when they don’t meet your standards or expectations.
While not the only factor to help you decide on whether to take up a job offer, pay is still a major factor.
Applications and CVs
Although they’re undoubtedly useful, are they absolutely necessary for a resume?
If you're looking to join a tech start-up, Puja Shah shares tips on how you can spruce up your job applications.
If you can relate your hobbies to your dream job, then including them in your resume can give you the leg up you need to catch the recruiter’s attention.
Assessment Centres
As much as assessment centres remind you of The Apprentice, they aren’t. So you don’t have to worry about audiences judging you!
Prepare for this boring – but essential – part of the interview process.
You won’t be "seen" in the board room, and you won’t be the victim of an on-screen sacking. So don’t feel obliged to behave like you’re taking part in reality TV.
Early Career
Want to switch to vacation mode, but still have some outstanding tasks to deal with? Here’s how you can make that final push a little more manageable.
They can feel like a pain to get through, but self-evaluations, when done right, can benefit not just your company, but yourself as well.
Job hopping might lead you to better career perspectives, but that doesn’t mean that the process is easy.
Internships and Work Experience
While voicing opposing viewpoints at work can be a delicate but increasingly common practice, what are the possible risks we should consider?
Unique work trends have been exploding in popularity amongst employees, but is there more to the story than just social media craze?
Sometimes, having a less hectic school semester can allow you the opportunity to take up an internship during your downtime. But is it the right move for you?
Interview Tips and Techniques
It’s a dreaded question for plenty of interviewees, but with the right strategy, you won’t need a crystal ball to answer it.
Preparing for and going through a job interview can be a lot of work, but it doesn’t end the moment you walk out of the interview room.
At first glance, these questions might seem out of place or just meant to put you on the spot. But the truth is that every interview question has its purpose, even if it doesn’t seem obvious. So how do you deal with them?
Planning Your Job Search
Will job hopping ruin your reputation or help you rapidly climb the corporate ladder? While there’s a variety of information out there, here are some key things to take note of.
It might be a normalised part of working life now, but changing jobs is still a fairly nerve-wracking choice to make.
Choosing an eco-friendly job might not be on your yearly bingo card, but it can come with perks that could make you want to switch.
Polytechnic Students and Graduates
A full time position is probably the most stable option for most people, but job insecurity can definitely challenge that notion. Here are some alternative choices to go for instead.
Not everyone wants to immediately start working after graduation, and that’s perfectly acceptable. Here are some things you can opt to do after completing school.
What if there was a way you could have a taste of the working world while still fulfilling your education needs? Here's where work-study programmes might work out for you.