Career Transition Between Private and Public Sectors
A career transition is always an intimidating prospect, especially if you’ve been working in the same industry or company for a long time. Moving from a corporate career into public…
Tag: career planning
Considerations When Transitioning Careers
There are many reasons why someone would make a change in careers, be it lack of advancement opportunities or simply a burnout. In these hard times, some have also been…
Joining the Civil Service for Fresh Graduates
In general, working for the civil service means taking on jobs that strive to make a difference to people’s lives. You’ll have many opportunities for learning and career development, with…
Careers in the Civil Service
Civil service employees work under federal, state and local governments, providing various types of services to the nation’s citizens. These services may go unnoticed by many, but are integral to…
Getting Ready for a Digital Career in Sarawak
Many industries now offer opportunities for work with the rapid ascension of technology, with new sectors and career paths being created that didn’t exist a decade ago. Aside from content…
Identifying Areas for Upskilling
Part of lifelong learning is upskilling, which is vital in adapting to today’s rapidly changing work environment, staying relevant in an extremely competitive job market, and achieving long-term career goals…
In preparation for a career comeback
Career Advice, Newspaper Column
Previously, we talked about how you can re-enter the workforce after a career break. In summary, we suggested keeping up to speed with your work field or industry, updating your…
What to consider when turning a hobby into a profession
Career Advice, Entrepreneurship, Newspaper Column
Have you ever heard of the saying, ‘Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life’? For many, it is a dream…
When there is nothing to do at work…
Career Advice, Education, Newspaper Column
Every now and then, you’ll experience a slowdown in your workplace, and it is at this time where some of you might wonder, “What to do when there is nothing…