#TheAspiredCXO

Someone asked me recently, “Aunty, how do I get better at small talk?” Well, small talk is not about being talkative, it’s more about being aware. When we know what’s happening around us like current issues, workplace trends, funny headlines, local news, suddenly conversations become easy. You always have something to contribute, and people remember … Read more

I remember my first Meet & Greet.It was a disaster.I went home and cried.Bet you didn’t see that coming. But that didn’t stop me from organising another one. The second one was better, but I overestimated myself.I thought it would be a full house… but it wasn’t. Still that didn’t stop me from organising another … Read more

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Since my previous post on Federal Territory Day 2026 went viral, ramai are now asking the same question for Wesak Day + Agong’s Birthday + Harvest Festival + Hari Gawai 2026. Yes, the same situation is happening again. So let me clarify so workers and bosses can plan ahead and minimise business disruption. Assumptions:• Company … Read more

Kalau saya buat salah, saya minta maaf.Kalau awak buat salah tapi tak reti minta maaf… saya juga yang kena move on.Saya juga tak reti tunggu ego orang.Sekian, terima kasih atas beban emosi ini. 😏

I know most of you don’t dare say it out loud.Let me say it for you. Sometimes… our career doesn’t grow, not because of us.But because of our environment.Boss included. If you have a boss who is insecure, immature, or worse stagnant themselves, the whole team will get stuck together. No matter how good we … Read more

Some companies still rely on cash for salary payments, especially for employees without bank accounts such as many foreign workers. Others continue to process claims and reimbursements manually, with piles of receipts and paying cash to foreign workers (and yes, I know some MNCs still operate like this okay…). It’s 2025 going 2026. It doesn’t … Read more

I’m lucky that I was taught about Career Sponsorship in the early days of my career. A Career Sponsor is someone senior who uses their credibility, influence, and power to open doors for you. Not only they guide you, but they also use their power to advocate for you. Examples:🫴 They recommend you for critical … Read more

This “culture fit” thing is getting a lot of abuse these days. It’s supposed to be about alignment of values, behaviour, and teamwork style.But today, I feel like it’s becoming a beautifully wrapped excuse for bias. “We are looking for someone more like us.” Someone younger, you mean.“We don’t think you’ll blend with the team.” … Read more

Kindness in leadership is never forgotten. Here are a few real stories from followers on how their bosses stepped up during the floods. xoxoxo