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Somebody told me last night, “IT candidates are quite cold.” I found that statement so funny because I can understand why he said it. But I wouldn’t say it’s limited to IT candidates only, some people are just like that. They don’t mean harm, but doesn’t know how to exude warmth. I remember my first … Read more

There are 5 core values in my company: Authentic, Customer-Focused, Professionalism, Teamwork & Innovative. The one I value the most is Authentic. Because it’s so important that we be true to ourselves. So important we stand by our values and beliefs. It is also the foundation of trust and respect. But it’s not easy, I … Read more

Today I questioned, I am not sure is it me who is not delivering my instructions clearly or the other person is not clever enough to understand my instructions. Because when I asked, “Do you understand”, the person will reply “Yes” confidently. But when the work is being submitted, it’s not what I expected it … Read more

Dhiren & May are some of the best bosses I’ve had the privilege to work with. This is one of my favourite stories as told by May when they were working together. May had a staff who tendered resignation and asked for an early release. Let’s call him Patrick. May then went to her boss, … Read more

Today is the 7th day of the lunar new year ie. renri which is why the Chinese are sending birthday wishes to one another to celebrate the creation of humans. Today is also the first day of work for most people after CNY holidays where most of us came back from cuti-cuti Malaysia everywhere. I … Read more

It’s an entertaining reality singing competition show, but I also realised when I pay a little more attention to the show, there is so many things I can learn about coaching. But what I love the best is how important it is for the coaches to pay attention to the details. Especially during the Blind … Read more

Nowadays we text more than we call. When the phone rings, half the time our first instinct will be ‘hmmm… there must be something’. I am also a heavy texter. It is quieter and more convenient. I like how it gives me space to think what to reply & when I want to reply. Besides, … Read more

Responsibility I heard Will Arnett said, “My responsible to myself everyday is to be happy.” I couldn’t agree more. Our happiness is our responsibility. Nobody is responsible for our happiness but ourselves. And we owe it to ourselves to be happy too. It’s not being selfish, it’s just being responsible =} Happy weekend everyone. I … Read more

People do ask, is it better to attach a cover letter when applying for a job. Well, cover letters were attached when email was not a thing. So if you are sending a job application via email, I will say a cover letter attachment is really unnecessary. Because the email body can do the job … Read more

This is me and my jingbang. Just like most people, I didn’t manage to balik kampung last year to celebrate CNY with my family and I am grateful this year that I managed to fly back to KK to see everybody again and spend time together. Such moments are truly precious. Then I want to … Read more