Improving your chances in landing a job
Career Advice, Newspaper Column
For those of you who recently received your Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) results, the next step is probably choosing a college or university to go to. For those of you who…
Category: Career Advice
What’s next after SPM?
Career Advice, Education, Newspaper Column
For those of you who sat for SPM last year, this week would have been quite a big deal as the results were announced on Thursday. Even before the results came…
General guidelines for school leavers
Career Advice, Education, Newspaper Column
If you’re a school leaver, this time of the year should be an exciting period as you look forward to exploring the path for your future, especially in terms of…
Linking into a social network online
Career Advice, Newspaper Column
Almost everyone we know has a Facebook account and some of them could be active on Twitter and Instagram as well. Many of you may also be familiar with LinkedIn,…
How to ace a phone interview
Career Advice, Newspaper Column
Companies sometimes opt for phone interviews to screen potential new hires. Phone interviews are usually seen as a preliminary gauge of whether a candidate should be invited for a face-to-face…
Using online social networks to land your dream career
Career Advice, Newspaper Column
These days, more and more companies are going through online social networks such as Facebook, Twitter and even Instagram to filter for future employees. Based on a survey by Jobvite…
Be on track for 2016!
Career Advice, Newspaper Column
The year 2015 is now in the past and it’s time for you to look forward. However, do not think it’s a cliche to have a New Year’s resolution. Be bold,…
Things to remember when starting your own business
Career Advice, Entrepreneurship, Newspaper Column
Setting up your own business can be an exciting time. However, running a business is more than just about passion or product; operating a small business is not just about…
Tips for young people new to the workplace
Career Advice, Newspaper Column, Sarawak Jobs
Starting a new job can be exciting but it also comes with many different challenges. However, these challenges can either motivate or overwhelm you. If you’ve had an internship stint,…