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Growing an HR career: From employee management to development
The evolution of HR ties into its increasing influence on the growth of an organisation and while the term…….
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Be open-minded about your career in Hong Kong
Whilst career planning is an important tool for reaching your goals, mobility is now more acceptable than……
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Most Hongkongers won’t see high salary increases in 2016, so bridge the gap in expectations with other benefits
The findings of the most recent Hays Asia Salary Guide indicate that there will be some friction between employer and employee …….
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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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Making sure your salary is fair is part of negotiating a job deal, but it’s not everything
Salary is an important element when considering joining a potential employer, but it should not be the only factor. We all work to get paid……
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.
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Be as involved in fatherhood as you are in business, says entrepreneur Damian Rhodes
It’s 5am and my first meeting of the day begins. In my profession, I meet some of the most influential professionals in Hong Kong……
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Increase Your Value: A Personal Development Guide to Becoming An Asset To Your Company
One of the most rewarding feelings in a workplace is knowing that you are valued as an employee…..
Industry Stories
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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Wanted: Maths whizzes with an eye for the big picture to join the data revolution
In the past few years we’ve produced more data than in the whole of human history. The volume and dynamic nature of the data is changing not only how we live our lives, but how we do our jobs. Why does this data explosion matter to you? Data can reveal patterns and regularities that allow us to predict anything from what people want to buy, to what creates customer loyalty, where crimes are most likely to occur, to your possible future healthcare needs. All industries can benefit from the potential insights big data can reveal.
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With business getting riskier, the CFO’s role is increasingly more crucial in corporate decision making
Having spoken with a number of senior level accounting and finance professionals over the years, I know that certain times or circumstances call for different leadership skills. So what abilities should young would-be executives equip themselves with as they eye companies, functions and jobs? What skills should they hone as they aim to advance their careers? Tough questions.