Annual Leave Cancellation Woes

Question: If my leave has already been approved, can my boss cancel my leave and demand that I return to work? Response: Yes, they can. However, it requires your agreement to it. The company cannot penalise you for their poor planning of resources, especially when you have already paid for flight tickets to the Maldives! … Read more

Bonus Woes

Many have asked me about their bonus woes, and here are my responses. Woes: If I tender resignation, will I still be entitled to a bonus payout? Response: From my experience, most likely not. A bonus is not a mandatory wage, so the company can determine the terms and conditions of distributing it unless it’s specified … Read more

LOU AH! ONG AH! HUAT AH!

With Chinese New Year around the corner, it’s time for the tradition of Lou Sang, not just to usher in a prosperous new year ahead but also as a fantastic engagement activity with our team. Instead of having it in our office pantry and dealing with the aftermath mess with all that luck-tossing, may I … Read more

Contract For Service aka CFS

I’m CFS. Of course I have total control over and direct my own manner of work. I’m CFS. Of course I can decide what working days, what working hours, and what working location they shall be. I’m CFS. Of course I use my own tools and materials like machines, applications and Dilarang Bodoh notebooks to … Read more

Realism

When we discriminate based on age, it’s ageism. When we discriminate based on race, it’s racism. When we discriminate based on sex, it’s sexism. When we discriminate based on stupidity? Now, that’s realism. #Dugaan #DilarangBodoh #BebelBimbo P.S. The 5th Edition of the Dilarang Bodoh notebooks is now for sale on Shopee, Lazada, or TikTokShop.

Train the Trainer

I am looking to get my #TTT Certification after the Chinese New Year holidays, so I can become HRDC claimable to cushion my premium training rates 😉 I am currently searching for a training provider who can work with me on my certification. Please drop your recommendations in the comments below. xoxoxo #AuntyHR

#HariKhamis: Pantun Hari Anjing

Bila bos bagai anjing menyalak keras, Kita dengar, dengan sabar kita alas, Biarpun suaranya tinggi bagai guruh, Dengan senyum kita jawab, hati tetap luruh. ……………….. Bila rakan kerja menggigit seperti anjing, Sabar menghadapi, hati jangan pening, Orang memandang rendah, kita memandang tinggi, Kuatkan hati, kita ciptakan lagu harmoni. ……………… Bila pelanggan menggonggong kat situ, Kita … Read more

Thaipusam in Malaysia

As of today I am writing this post… Thaipusam is observed as a public holiday in other countries such as Sri Lanka and Mauritius, but not in Singapore. Thaipusam in Malaysia is only recognised as a public holiday in the following states: Johor, Kedah, WP Kuala Lumpur, Negeri Sembilan, Penang, Perak, WP Putrajaya and Selangor. … Read more

A Malaysian Abroad

Think your job’s tough? Hold my lemonade and check out @Reuben’s book about his 10 Batshit Crazy Years in the UK Hospitality Industry. His book is a rollercoaster ride of true stories that’ll make your office dramas seem like child’s play. Get ready for laughs, gasps, cringes, and a whole new perspective on ‘a bad day … 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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