How to boost your creativity with technology
Digital Economy, Education, Newspaper Column
With the school holidays underway, many of you are likely to do things that give you a rest from thinking as much as you did during the school term. But…
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Diving into the ‘experience economy’
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(Above) There are several examples of the experience economy for you as a business owner to choose from, like these ones listed by Simplicable. Photo by Marcin Dampc from Pexels….
Challenges to think about if you’re thinking of launching a start-up
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Technology has made it much easier for young people to become entrepreneurs and launch their own start-ups. With better access to funding, we have also seen an increasing number of…
How to hire talents for your start-up
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In operating a start-up, you’re generally on shaky ground. You’re running on limited capital and you’ve yet to build a solid reputation for your business, which means finding people to…
Starting an online business without capital
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These days, it is not uncommon to see millennials starting their own online businesses, sometimes when they are still studying or have just graduated. Unfortunately, there are several obstacles that…
Storytelling – a digital skill?
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Since time immemorial, we human beings have been telling stories in countless of ways. As social creatures, we find ourselves emotionally engaged and connected when we share anecdotes and experiences…
Other things to consider if you’re thinking of working in IT
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Information technology (IT) is one of the fastest growing industries and for those of you considering a career in this field, a world of opportunities awaits. Aside from your passion…
Debunking myths on the future of work
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Part of our preparation for the future of work is to identify what’s fact and what’s fiction. For example, when someone suggests that automation is going to “take away our…
Adapting to technological changes in the workplace
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As Sarawak continues to develop its digital economy, we are constantly reminded to learn and accept technological changes or be left behind. Technology has proven to be beneficial for our…
Looking at leadership in the digital era
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When we talk about how digital transformation has affected businesses across industries, it’s not just about changes in the physical space and advancements in technical know-how; it’s also about changing…