Careers

‘Pet sitter’ dominates the list of the most trendy roles for workers in Singapore, according to Indeed
“For many, roles like pet sitting or chauffeuring offer something that high-stakes jobs often struggle to provide: simplicity, flexibility, and a sense of control,” says Saumitra Chand, career expert at Indeed. Edwin Tan | E+ | Getty Images “Pet sitter,” “chauffeur,” “bakery assistant” and other service jobs are drawing a surge of interest in Singapore, […]
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Avoid these 3 common mistakes when asking for a promotion, says INSEAD negotiation professor
pixelfit | E+ | Getty Images Asking for a promotion can feel daunting and negotiation can be tricky — but learning how to navigate the process is important. People often approach negotiations with the wrong mindset, said Horacio Falcão, INSEAD professor, negotiation expert, author, serial entrepreneur, and designer of INSEAD’s “The Negotiation Course for the […]
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What makes a good leader? Being able to listen, say young people
Izusek | E+ | Getty Images Bringing people together, showing determination and being a good listener are some of the qualities younger generations look for in leaders. That’s according to Generation Z and millennial participants at the One Young World summit in Montreal, Canada. “It’s essential that, when leaders are at the forefront, they are […]
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I became CEO of a company that has helped millions of kids read—here’s my no. 1 piece of career advice
Dr. Geetha Murali, CEO of Room to Read. Courtesy of Dr. Geetha Murali. For Dr. Geetha Murali, the topic of education is a deeply personal one. As the CEO of Room to Read, a leading non-profit organization with the mission to create a world free from illiteracy and gender inequality, she is acutely aware that […]
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I grew my side hustle into a $20,000 a month business — here are 4 tips I have for aspiring entrepreneurs
Jean Kang, 32, brings in about $20,000 a month with her business. Courtesy of Jean Kang Jean Kang never thought she would be an entrepreneur. Growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area, she had always envisioned herself working for a big tech company. “I grew up watching a lot of ‘Shark Tank’ [and] thought […]
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These are the top 10 global talent hubs in the world — and the U.S. isn’t one of them
European countries dominated the 2024 IMD World Talent Ranking. Didier Marti | Moment | Getty Images For the eleventh consecutive year, Switzerland topped the list as the world’s most talent-competitive country, according to the IMD 2024 World Talent Ranking, signaling its strong and stable talent pool despite the rapidly changing global work landscape. The ranking […]
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This 32-year-old cashed out on over $2 million in startup equity—here are five tips on how to negotiate for more shares
Bhavik Vashi, 32, made over $2 million after selling his equity in software startup Anaplan. Bhavik Vashi, 32, is living the dream of many Silicon Valley tech workers. He joined a promising startup, did his time and eventually the company was acquired, minting him as a millionaire. Shortly after graduating from the University of California, […]
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These are the top 10 MBA programs in the world in 2024, according to LinkedIn
Stanford University has the top MBA program in the world in 2024, according to LinkedIn. David Madison | Getty Images Sport | Getty Images The Stanford Graduate School of Business is the No. 1 Master of Business Administration program in the world in 2024, according to LinkedIn. This year, eight of the top 10 universities […]
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I reached financial freedom at the age of 38 – here are 4 money principles I live by
Shao Chun, 38, built a seven-figure investment portfolio using four key money principles. The idea of financial freedom can feel like a far-fetched dream — something only a few get to experience after a lucky break, or during retirement after working for decades, but Shao Chun says otherwise. Over the course of eight years working […]
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Corporate loyalty does not pay off, HR expert says, as job hopping gains currency among young people
43% of Gen Z and millennial employees in Hong Kong and Singapore “indicate frequent thoughts of leaving their jobs, underscoring significant turnover intention,” according to a July 2024 report by Endowus and Intellect. Lim Weixiang – Zeitgeist Photos | E+ | Getty Images Vera Lau, 27, has worked at three different companies in as many […]
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