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“Aunty, the company extended my probation period, just because I was hospitalised for 2 weeks, is it fair?” Well, I don’t think it’s just a matter of “just because.” Let’s break it down. Probation periods are designed to evaluate an employee’s performance and fit within the company. Let’s say your probation period is three months … Read more

Underperformance is a term that often invokes fear, anxiety, and frustration. I’ve been there, on both sides of the table, and on both sides, it’s uncomfortable and downright painful. When you consistently find yourself falling short, it can feel like the weight of the world was crushing you. Quitting might seem like the easiest way … Read more

Micromanagement is a term that often triggers a collective groan in the workplace. Employees hate it and honestly, us bosses aren’t fans of it either. We’ve all heard the stories of bosses breathing down their team’s necks, stifling creativity, and causing more frustration than innovation. But… before we completely write-off micromanagement, sometimes, I feel it’s … Read more

Dalam pengurusan tenaga kerja, kita sering mendengar tentang pentingnya KPIs, strategi, dan objektif. Namun, ada satu elemen yang sering terlupa tetapi memainkan peranan penting dalam kejayaan sebuah organisasi – empati. Peribahasa “Lembut lidah mematahkan tulang” mengingatkan kita betapa kuatnya komunikasi yang lembut dan berempati. Dalam dunia kerja yang penuh dengan tekanan dan cabaran, pendekatan yang … Read more

I remember there was a time, my ex-boss drew an org chart. A series of empty boxes with no names. In another sheet, she had a list of available employees names. Then, she started to fill the empty boxes with names from the list. Some of those boxes were easy to fill – it was … Read more

I often come across the comment that HR is hired to side with the company and not the employees. While it’s true that companies are primarily established to thrive and make a profit, over the years, I’ve learned that the true determinants of a company’s success are its people. You see, companies entrust HR with … Read more

When it comes to interns, I’ll admit it – I hire them is because they provide cost-effective labour and their affordability is a significant advantage. But I do understand it’s not entirely about affordability, I also want to play a part in nurturing the future workforce. So here’s how I manage my interns: 1. On-site … Read more

Lately, many of you have been asking me if I ever plan to have my own stand-up comedy show. You know, I hadn’t given it much thought, but when there are so many of you asking me the same thing, it really got me thinking… I was pondering… perhaps not a traditional stand-up comedy show, … Read more

Today, I want to express my gratitude as I share these incredible reviews from the amazing members of our #DilarangBodoh community. Your kind words and encouragement mean the world to me, and they fuel my passion to keep this journey going strong! The reviews are a reminder of how a simple compliment can brighten someone’s … Read more

Today, I had a heartfelt conversation with a young girl who’s currently seeing a therapist. She shared with me the constant feeling of being judged due to the stigma surrounding mental health. To those who judge her, I say shame on them. Seeking help is a courageous step, and it’s disheartening to witness anyone being … Read more