Career advice
Curated writing from operators, recruiters, and HR leaders — written for people building real careers in HK.
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 […]
You’ve been studying for weeks. You have a solid grasp of the material. Perhaps you wouldn’t mind having a few more weeks to prepare, but you’re down to the final 24 hours. This article explores how to spend those final hours preparing for an exam.
What are the benefits for organizations to be LGBTQ-friendly? Are there costs involved in being supportive of sexual minorities at work? Many organisations believe, for example, that offering partner benefits to gay and lesbian employees increases their operational costs, and that workers will abuse these benefits. Is this a legitimate business concern?
There is no dubt that the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is going to be a disruption for any industry. The question is how big a disruption will it be and whether disruptive innovation is what will bring about positive change. For Hong Kong’s recruitment industry, the answer remains to be seen, but observers believe that the industry is on the edge of a fundamental change and a major disruption even though it has been slow on the uptake.
There have certainly been instances where impromptu conversations and brainstorming sessions in shared workspaces have led to something innovative, inventive, and groundbreaking, but on average, the day-to-day ins and outs of sitting in an open floor plan can be distracting, encouraging unconscious procrastination and result in a dip in overall productivity. So how can you be more productive in a shared workplace?
Becoming a great networker can put you a step ahead of the crowd. Set yourself up by being aware of the external stressors that affect how you appear and behave, and put your best foot (and mood) forward. Find ways to connect to others by focusing on being likable and making a great impression on others.
The procrastination club is well-populated with smart and talented people who sometimes struggle to get things done. People tend to procrastinate for one or several of the following reasons: you are frequently distracted, the task seems unpleasant, overwhelming, or too difficult, priorities are out of order, or there is a general lack of motivation for action. The good news is that there are strategies to combat each of these problems.
