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Rule of tongues
Career Coaching & Guidance

Rule of tongues

Speaking another language opens the door to understanding other cultures, writes Marc Burrage.

Cross-cultural quiz
Career Coaching & Guidance

Cross-cultural quiz

Last week, we looked at how more and more businesses in Hong Kong are looking for bilingual candidates with an international mindset, writes Marc Burrage.

Adapt to advance
Career Coaching & Guidance

Adapt to advance

As the job market becomes more globalised and developing economies are increasingly targeted, more and more businesses in Hong Kong are looking for bilingual candidates with an international mindset, according to our 2013 Hays Asia Salary Guide, writes Marc Burrage.

No thrills with poor skills
Career Coaching & Guidance

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
Career Coaching & Guidance

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 …