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Purpose: our compass in turbulent times
These are testing times for Hong Kong’s economy. The Hang Seng Index closed below 20,000 recently – a three-year low. …….
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You won’t reach the top if you don’t set your sights high enough
Five years ago, while trekking in Nepal, I met a talented young woman who was at a crossroads in her career. After training as an actuary in the UK……
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5 Best Companies For Working Moms in Hong Kong
With the Hong Kong workforce predicted to shrink in the next three years, the country is looking toward working mothers to fill in the gap in labour force…….
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It’s time Hongkongers shed their fear of failure and followed their dreams
Singapore’s 50th birthday prompted some Hongkongers to reflect on our own progress and prospects. In many ways, Singapore and Hong Kong are sister cities……
Industry Stories
Benefits of Working at Hong Kong’s NGOs
With Hong Kong being a hotbed for non-government organizations, we explore many of the hidden career benefits to working for these organizations.
Career Coaching & Guidance
Working Holidays: Career Advancement and an Enjoyable Experience
Travelling is one of the most rewarding experiences a young person can have. However, most millennials fear that taking time off to travel will significantly derail their career paths. Luckily, Hong Kong…..
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Is Government Work Right For You?
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:
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Getting a Job With the Hong Kong Government
Finding employment with the Hong Kong government can be a very successful and secure career path for many with an interest in public service. The positions within the government sector can be challenging yet rewarding and can even offer tremendous room for growth and advancement. There are typically a wide range of job openings available with various branches of government to cover a multitude of skills and interests. Unfortunately, finding a way in for an interview may not be as easy or as straight-forward as in the public sector.
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How to get hired with an NGO
Many people, especially globally-conscious milennials, are now finding themselves attracted more and more to jobs in non-governmental organisations (NGOs). They are looking for a satisfying career that offers the chance to make a difference in the world and rewards more than just a paycheck. They find the work in helping to make people’s lives better fulfilling and worthwhile, something they may prefer over a higher wage in some cases.
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A Summer with Your Closest Strangers
– Experience with the Engineering Summer Exploration Program 2014 Not a day we live without air, water and electricity. Not a day we live without clean air, purified water, and reliable electricity – all made possible for you by genius engineering solutions. Yet very few people in Hong Kong truly understand the career of engineers or their endeavors for betterment of life. Engineers may be the closest strangers in your daily life.
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Show you can lead
I recently witnessed two senior candidates interviewing for a China CEO role. Both candidates had great track records and talent – but only one was able to stand out as a leader. The unsuccessful candidate – let’s call him Mr Manager – had plenty of experience in government relations, a key requirement for the job. He had even managed a major government relations crisis for a multinational in China, with noted success.
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To be a Professional Planning and Development Surveyors
The Planning and Development Division is one of the six divisions of the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (HKIS). It now numbers about 62 professional members known as “Professional Planning and Development Surveyors” (or P&D Surveyors) who serve in both the private and public sectors in Hong Kong.