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International Women’s Day “Give To Gain” theme inspires CIMA women in finance and accounting to motivate others

The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) launched its Women in Finance and Accounting campaign to bring attention to the opportunities within the profession and highlight the mentoring support that is available. The campaign is inspired by this year’s International Women’s Day “Give To Gain” theme, encouraging women to share their experiences, inspire peers, and […]

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【職場 Hacker】從滑 YouTube 到開腦洞：用「第一原理閱讀法」解鎖創意

現代人學習速度前所未有地快——打開 YouTube、滑 Shorts、問 ChatGPT，幾乎所有答案都唾手可得。但問題是，我們真的「會用」這些知識嗎？在AI 時代，要有創意，不靠靈感，而靠思考的結構。而閱讀，正是重建這個結構的關鍵。快知識讓人知道更多，卻思考得更少 YouTube 和 ChatGPT 是這一代最強大的學習工具，卻也最容易讓人誤以為自己「甚麼都懂了」。你可能看了十部創業影片，但仍說不清該先建立產品還是找客戶；問了五次 AI，得到了許多答案，卻少了一個「為什麼」。快知識訓練我們接受訊息，而非組合訊息。閱讀則反其道而行，它迫使我們自行推理、重組邏輯，這種「腦內建構」能力，正是創意的根源。靈感不是突然出現，而是由閱讀累積出的邏輯爆發。第一性原理閱讀法：像 Elon Musk 那樣思考「第一性原理 First Principle」是企業家 Elon Musk 的思維祕訣——他不照抄別人經驗，而是拆解問題到最基本的原理，再重新構成新答案。這個方法同樣適用於閱讀。第一性原理閱讀法：三步練習 1. 解構問題：讀書時不只是記金句重點，而是問——這個概念背後的假設是什麼？ 2. 反推邏輯：若我在不同環境下，這個理論還會成立嗎？ 3. 重構觀點：結合自身經驗，創造適合自己的新模型。這樣的閱讀方式，不再是吸收，而是創造。它讓你從「照搬別人答案」轉為「設計自己解法」。書本，是腦內的「模擬器」為什麼許多成功創辦人仍堅持閱讀？因為每本書都像一個「思想模擬器」，讓你在不犯錯的前提下體驗不同的思維模型。讀 《Out of the Maze》，能學習如何擺脫舊信念；讀 《How to Think like a CEO》，能訓練決策視角；這些書的價值，不在資訊，而在「思考的順序」。職場 Hacker 懂得從文字中訓練腦路線，讓自己在面對問題時並不慌亂，而是更快找到突破口。真正的閱讀，不是在頁數，而在啟動你幾次「Aha！」的瞬間。三個提升「創意閱讀力」的秘訣 1. 跨領域讀書—— 不要只看本業。從心理學、藝術、歷史汲取想法，你會發現創意往往來自不同世界的交集。 2. 聯想筆記法—— 把書中概念與你當前的工作挑戰對應起來，連成「應用地圖」。每條連線，都是一個新點子。 3. 分享是最好的創造—— 試著在週會或社群中分享一本書帶給你的靈感。輸出能強化記憶，也會啟發更多人回饋。創意來自持續閱讀，而非偶然靈感創意看似隨機，其實可訓練。當別人依賴 AI 生成內容時，你卻能因閱讀積累出判斷與觀點——這，就是職場 Hacker 的差距。閱讀是一種腦內駭改：把既有的知識拆開重組，創造屬於你的思考新模式。行動挑戰 Action Challenge：這週選一本你平常不會讀的書——心理學也好、傳記也行。問自己三個問題：這本書解釋了甚麼核心原理？它在哪裡或許不適用？我能如何改進它？恭喜你，這就是「第一原理閱讀法」的第一步。

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Can I make a Switch to Tech at a Later Stage in My Career?

The tech industry is growing at unprecedented rates, and more people, young and old, are setting foot into this fast-paced and exciting world. So, if you are one of the many people who want to get into the tech industry and you think it might be too late for you to get started, then this […]

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【Aha Moment】打工仔必學！老闆俾嘢你做，點答先顯得你有承擔？

老闆畀嘢做你果時，淨係識得講「冇問題」或者「OK」？老實講，呢啲答法聽落好似好順得人意，但其實可能會俾人覺得你敷衍。想喺職場突圍而出，展現你嘅專業同領導潛質，又應該點答？「No Problem」同「冇問題」有問題？喺我哋嘅廣東話文化入面，「冇問題」好似好萬能，但係當你用喺工作上，呢個答覆其實冇傳達任何額外嘅訊息。正如影片中講到，”No problem” 呢個英文詞組，”no” 同 “problem” 本身都帶有負面嘅意思，可能畀人感覺敷衍。有承擔嘅領袖會點樣講？想表現得更有自信、更具承擔，你可以嘗試以下呢啲正面又積極嘅回覆： With pleasure! (好樂意！) Glad to be of assistance. (好高興幫到手。) 交俾我啦！呢啲答案唔單止直接表達你嘅意願，仲傳達緊一個積極嘅態度，令到派工作俾你嘅人更加放心，同時亦會覺得你係一個願意投入同合作嘅好隊友，喺建立良好嘅工作關係方面非常重要。點解呢啲說法咁有效？當你用正面嘅詞語回應，你會俾到人一個感覺：你唔單只係被動接受任務，而係主動參與。呢種態度會建立起一種信任感，令到你嘅上司同事都覺得你係一個可以信賴嘅人。長遠嚟講，呢種積極嘅態度會為你喺職場上贏得更多機會同尊重。所以，下次當老闆交嘢俾你做，唔好再淨係識得講「冇問題」啦！嘗試用唔同嘅說話方式，你會發現你嘅職場道路會變得更加順暢。

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How to Tackle Writer’s Block and Improve Your Essay Writing Skills

As a student, essay writing can often feel like a daunting task, and it’s not uncommon to experience writer’s block. Whether you’re staring at a blank page, struggling to formulate coherent thoughts, or simply feeling overwhelmed, writer’s block can make essay writing feel impossible. However, there are various strategies you can implement to overcome these […]

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Will AI Take Over The World? Debunking The Truth

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming various aspects of our society, from healthcare to entertainment. However, this rapid advancement often leads to questions and concerns: “Will AI take over the world?” ‍ On that subject, today’s article aims to debunk common myths and provide a balanced view of AI’s potential impacts on our lives. Learn more […]

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How to Become a UX Designer in Hong Kong

For the past two decades, Hong Kong has lagged behind several Asian cities when it comes to innovation and technology. Cities like Singapore, Shenzhen, and Beijing have become centres of technology and innovation while Hong Kong has stayed aloof. In the past few years though, this has started changing rapidly. In fact, the government has […]

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Elevate Your Online Presence: How to Design Eye-Catching Profile Pictures Using Adobe Express

Did you know profiles with professionally designed pictures get up to 36% more engagement? It’s amazing how a single image can shape someone’s perception of us online in seconds. Whether you’re on social media, LinkedIn, or a freelance platform, a well-thought-out profile picture can be a game-changer for creating that positive first impression.

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How to Start Learning Ai for Beginners?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) transforms every field in our lives, from technology to healthcare, making it one of the most sought-after skills today. As interest in learning AI grows, maybe you, as a beginner, often wonder: “How can I effectively learn AI?”

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Data Science vs Data Engineering: What’s The Difference?

Data Science and Data Engineering are two key roles in the world of data-driven decision-making, each with its own unique functions. While they are often confused, understanding the differences between them is essential for fully leveraging the power of data.

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How Does Machine Learning Work? Basics to Know

In today’s digital age, machine learning drives many technological advancements, from personalized recommendations on streaming services to predictive analytics in finance and healthcare. But what exactly is machine learning, and how does machine learning work?

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C-Suite Essential Skills for the AI Era (2025-2035)

The landscape of global business is undergoing an unprecedented transformation, primarily driven by the pervasive advancements in Artificial Intelligence. For C-level executives navigating the period from 2025 to 2035, traditional leadership paradigms are no longer sufficient. Success in this AI-driven era will hinge on a dynamic blend of human-centric strengths, profound AI literacy, and a strategic mindset capable of orchestrating pervasive technological and cultural change.