#TheAspiredCXO

While many of you know me as an HR expert, what you might not know is that I began my professional journey in sales and have managed award-winning sales teams for many, many years too, specializing in Key Account Management. People often have misconceptions about careers in sales, but let me set the record straight … Read more

Kekadang dalam usaha kita untuk menjadi “employee of the year”, kita lupa untuk dengar bisikan hati dan tubuh kita. Ingat, sekecil mana pun tanda-tanda keletihan, jika dibiarkan ia mungkin berkembang menjadi sesuatu yang lebih serius. Sebelum “sikit-sikit” menjadi “sakit”, ambil langkah untul mejadi lebih sihat, baik secara fizikal mahupun mental. Rehat sebentar, keluar berjalan-jalan, minum … Read more

When it comes to labour and employment in Malaysia, there’s a whole anthology of acts and regulations to wade through. Here is the list: Employment Act & Labour Ordinance Industrial Relations Act  Social Security Act  Skills Development Act  Safety So, as you can see being a good HR isn’t exactly a walk in the park. … Read more

It’s no secret that a persistent gender pay gap exists. Numerous studies consistently demonstrate that women are often paid less than men for similar roles. Furthermore, it’s frequently reported that women are less inclined to ask for salary raises or negotiate their compensation. But is this because women are less confrontational or more inclined to … Read more

Salary negotiation plays a pivotal role not only in proving our worth to the company but also about ensuring that our compensation aligns with our efforts and responsibilities. Here are 3 alternative strategies that I have successfully experimented with in the past: 1. Performance-Based Increase Negotiate for a performance-based salary increase upon confirmation. Set clear … Read more

Incredible: The boss’s “open-door policy” led to a closed-door meeting. 🚪🤫 Responsible: The supervisor who lectures on punctuality is always the last to arrive. ⌛🕰️ Oversight: The manager who preaches work-life balance sends emails at 3am. 🌙📧 Nurturing: The team leader promoting teamwork rarely joins group outings. 🙄🤝 Yawning: The team leader’s inspirational speeches put … Read more

“Why Professional Bimbo”?” I’ve been asked this question countless times, and it’s a title I wear with pride. Well, let me share a glimpse into my world. In the corporate hustle, where long workdays are demanding roles are the norm, sometimes after a challenging day, our brains just want to shut down, along with the … Read more

I can’t express how incredibly blessed I feel today! A heartfelt shoutout to the fantastic Jobstreet & seekMAX team, who not only welcomed me with open arms at the MCTF 2023 but also came out of their booth to cheer me on during my ceramah. And to all you amazing souls who stopped by the … Read more

The so-called “Constructive Feedback” or what I affectionately term as komen babi, is a delicate art that requires the right timing and approach. Here’s a step-by step guide to delivering feedback effectively. Step 1: Choose the Right Time Timing is everything. Avoid giving feedback when someone is in a highly emotional state. When they are … Read more

Dalam era kerja dari RUMAH ini, terdapat beberapa aspek yang kita perlu perhatikan untuk memastikan keberkesanan dan produktiviti. R – Responsibiliti. Ingat, kita masih di bawah tanggungjawab untuk menyelesaikan tugas kita sebaik-baiknya, walaupun kita berada di rumah. Kerja mesti siap. U – Urusan Tepat Waktu. Aturlah masa kita dengan bijak. Jangan biarkan kebebasan bekerja dari … Read more