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Desperate for some direction
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Desperate for some direction

I have been working as a legal secretary for the past 6-7 months but this is definitely not the…

Set goals for mentorship
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Set goals for mentorship

Last week, we examined some of the major differences between mentoring and coaching. This week, we take a closer …

Mentoring or coaching?
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Mentoring or coaching?

This week, we examine the key differences between mentoring and coaching. Mentoring is “relational” and it takes place outside of a line manager-employee …

Transfer skills to a new role
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Transfer skills to a new role

Employees are getting trapped in career silos as they don’t believe they can cross industry …

When saying is believing
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When saying is believing

Having effective communication skills is imperative to workplace success and productivity. Being an effective communicator also enhances your …

Settling into a new job
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Settling into a new job

Starting a new job is an exciting prospect. But it can also be daunting for those who have taken an extended break. To make the most of your new role, preparation is crucial.

No thrills with poor skills
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No thrills with poor skills

When ascertaining performance, employers typically hone in on four soft skills: interpersonal and communication; team management and …

Soft skills in big demand
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Soft skills in big demand

Leadership, organisational, language and interpersonal skills are four highly valued soft skills, yet job seekers often overlook their importance when …

Intercultural leadership
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Intercultural leadership

Today, there is a greater need to adapt to working with people from different cultures. So how do you improve on your intercultural leadership …

From trash collector to tycoon
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From trash collector to tycoon

Some 20 years ago, a teenage Micky Yan Wai-kiu was collecting trash at a public housing estate when a mother and her whimpering child passed by. “If you don’t study, you’ll end up collecting trash …