Part 3: Planning Long Leaves

In many workplaces, bosses struggle with workforce management, leading to frequent leave rejections due to high workloads and staffing shortages. As proactive employees, we can assist by planning our leave in advance, ensuring absence is manageable and giving our bosses the confidence that work will still get done. Here are my suggestions: 💡 Tip 1: … Read more

Win 1-On-1 CV Review & eCapitaVouchers!*​

Let’s talk about something important in today’s job market – the power of a well-crafted CV. And guess what? I’ve got a special opportunity for you to win a 1-on-1 CV review with me, plus eCapitaVouchers! 🎉​ ​It’s not just about describing what we’ve done, but how we present it. The secret is to quantify our achievements because numbers speak … Read more

Part 2: Annual Leave Rejections

Many have argued, “Isn’t annual leave an employee’s right? Why can’t we just take leave any day we want?” Well, we also need to understand that the primary objective of being hired is to get work done. It’s not that we cannot take leave any day we want, but we also need our employers to … Read more

Part 1: Leave Carry Forward Legalities

“Aunty, can a company implement a rule only 6 days of annual leave balance can be carried forward to the following year, and if not used by 31 March the following year, the leaves are forfeited?” Meanwhile, in the Employment Act 1955 Section 60E(2), states: “The employer shall grant and the employee shall take such … Read more

Where Challenge Meets Opportunity 🚀

Let’s face it – working in a BPO isn’t for the faint-hearted. It’s demanding, fast-paced, and yes, sometimes downright treacherous. But here’s the thing – it’s also the future unfolding. BPO jobs are more than just roles, they’re a training ground for resilient leaders. Having spent 20 years in the outsourcing biz myself, I know … Read more

#Dugaan Orang Baru vs. Orang Lama

Buah cempedak di luar pagar,Ambil galah tolong jolokkan,Saya budak baru belajar,Kalau salah tolong tunjukkan. Buah durian di luar pagar,Rakan baru datang, gaji lebih besar,Kita yang lama diminta mengajar,Tanpa bonus, tanpa insentif, tanpa galakkan,Hati perit jadi asam jawa. #HariKhamis #BebelKhamis #AuntyHR #BebelBimbo Bersabarlah bersama Saya @Sim Ling KU

Termination Clause Reality Check

In many offer letters, the termination clause is written follows: “Your employment may be terminated by either by the Company or yourself by giving each one (1) month notice, without any reason for such termination.” It’s okay to sign your offer letter when you see this clause, as it doesn’t actually hold much weight in … Read more

Are you a workman?

This question arises when we work for a company for a period of time without an employment contract. So if anything happens to us, are we protected by labour laws? First, we need to determine whether you are Contract FOR Service (CFS) or Contract OF Service (COS). A new section was introduced to the Employment … Read more

Win 1-On-1 CV Review & TnG Reload Pins!*

Ever wondered if your CV is the reason you’re not getting those interview calls? It’s time to put those doubts to rest! I’m excited to announce a contest where a lucky winner gets a 1-on-1 CV review with me! We will dissect your resume in detail, refine your presentation, and ensure your strengths and experiences … Read more

Income Tax Calculator (Malaysia)

Well, tax season is here, so I thought this might be useful for everybody. If your payroll system doesn’t use the standard table to calculate tax, one of the common mistakes is forgetting to update the year-to-date income of the employee prior to joining the company. And when employees have queries about their income tax, … Read more

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Ku Sim Ling, fondly known as AuntyHRâ„¢ on social media, is a seasoned HR expert with 20 years of experience in the workforce solutions industry. With half a million followers across LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok, she's influencing the HR landscape from Malaysia.

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