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I am a person who doesn’t like to wait around for things to happen. When I see a problem (or an opportunity), I want to dive in headfirst and get things done. So I constantly push for results and get frustrated when progress is slow. Yes, I know, I’m impatient. Many say that impatience leads … Read more

Hello. My name is Ling. And I am an Overthinker. I obsess over decisions. I replay conversations in my head. I imagine and reimagine worst-case scenarios. There is this saying that goes, “Overthinking is the art of creating problems that weren’t even there.” I want to counter that. Overthinking is the strategy for creating opportunities … Read more

As I rode the MRT SSP Line during Wesak Day (like Journey to the West, geddit, geddit?), I was blown away by the sense of joy and possibility that comes with experiencing new things. But my ride on the MRT was more than just a personal adventure – it was a testament to the new … Read more

It’s truly unfortunate that some employers hold the view that internship should be viewed as free educational experience without compensation, and that interns should be grateful for the opportunity without demanding additional compensation, such as an allowance. Let’s be honest. The main reason why employers hire interns is not out of generosity towards the education … Read more

Happy Wesak Day, everybody! As we reflect on Buddha’s teachings on kindness and compassion, let’s also remember that being nice doesn’t mean being a doormat. We can still be assertive, set boundaries, and get things done without resorting to unkindness or aggression. As Buddha said, “If you propose to speak, always ask yourself, is it … Read more

The union is campaigning for EPF for employer’s share to be increased from 13% to 20% for especially for those with wages below RM4K, to ensure employees have adequate savings when retire. 1. EPF savings is a collective responsibility. If the employer’s portion is to increase, so should the employee’s, albeit with a much lower … Read more

Sometimes when we read an article in a magazine, publishers often include trivia quizzes or fun facts as a way to engage readers and make the content more interesting and memorable. Including hobbies on a resume is like fun facts about the applicant that can help to achieve a similar goal. While including hobbies on … Read more

Today, we celebrate our hard work, dedication, and contributions to government funding by paying our taxes.** As we enjoy a well-deserved break, let’s take a moment to reflect on the challenges that workers continue to face – those who are not being treated as fairly as they deserve, whether it’s low wages, unsafe working conditions, … Read more

At an office party, the question “What does LABOUR mean to you?” was asked… The Power-Crazy said, “L.A.B.O.U.R. Leaders Always Bring Order Using Rules!” The Forever Peacemaker said, “L.A.B.O.U.R. Let’s Always Bring Optimism, Understanding & Respect.” The Ice Queen said, “L.A.B.O.U.R. Let’s Avoid Being Overly Upset or Resentful.” The Drunk Artist said, “L.A.B.O.U.R. Love And … Read more

Nowadays, people have little patience to read long resumes. Therefore, anything longer than 4 pages may be too much. Thus, it’s important to be strategic with the use of space in our resume and prioritise highlighting experiences that are most relevant to the job we are applying for. If your part-time job is relevant to … Read more