Career advice
Curated writing from operators, recruiters, and HR leaders — written for people building real careers in HK.
I returned to work after the birth of my first child with a strange mixture of feelings. On one hand, I felt a sense of calm, knowing exactly what to expect at the office……
One of the most rewarding feelings in a workplace is knowing that you are valued as an employee…..
There comes a time in everyone’s career where they feel they deserve more compensation. Asking for a salary increase may feel intimidating at first, but it’s not as scary as it may seem…..
Developing an impressive resume is crucial to a successful job search. Before you can ace an interview, you have to get through the job application process first……
Change is never easy. It’s human nature to stick to the comforts of habit, but when it comes to your profession, changing careers may ……
Family businesses form the foundation of the Hong Kong economy and are increasingly important in mainland China. Unfortunately, they also sometimes cause discontent and distress……
Working in executive search, I see many people wanting to change career paths or shift industries. I always ask the question: Will it help you to achieve your goals?
We all have 24 hours in a day, so why are some people more productive than others? Time management means prioritising your tasks to maximise output……
Are you in the market for a new job? Have you wondered if government work is right for you? There are many reasons to consider government work: the primary advantages include great benefits, solid pay, and decent job security — a combination that can be challenging to find in the private sector. To help you decide if a government career path is the right one for you to follow, here are some pros and cons to consider. PROS:
Jobseekers are increasingly concerned about their web presence, but not all professionals benefit from online portfolios. It depends on your industry. Creating a website allows you to showcase digital examples of your work, so this approach is best suited to candidates looking for a job in a creative industry such as video production, graphic design or journalism.
There is little doubt that the contemporary business world is global, with cross-border trading, international deals and major international companies leaving footprints in some of the fastest growing cities in the world. In the developing world, increasingly prosperous consumers, many of whom reside in Asia, are providing new growth markets for global corporations at a time when much of the developed world faces slower growth and ageing populations.
If you have self-confidence, you are more likely to be successful and competent in achieving your goals. Having self-confidence adds a great deal to your work environment, as you will be sure to gain the trust of your colleagues. Since diffidence and reticence can be damaging to your career, it is important to note that confidence can be learned or developed.