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Work It - How to communicate effectively in a crisis? Lessons from a frontline healthcare worker

Communication is a buzzword that often appears in job descriptions and resumes. But when the stakes are high, what does effective communication look like? Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan speak with senior nurse manager Patrick Lin from Tan Tock Seng Hospital on how he navigates difficult conversations in life-or-death situations, and how he would assess for communication skills in interviews. 

Nat Fetalvero

Nat Fetalvero

Gerald Tan

Gerald Tan

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Work It - ‘I cried at work’: Ask Work It tackles toxic office dynamics

From micromanaging colleagues to challenging company cultures, toxic workplaces are more common than you think. Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan unpack your stories with practical advice on what to do when your job becomes emotionally draining.  Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg 

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Work It - Did going for a chat with another employer put your job at risk?

You were scouted for an informal chat for a potential job, but things didn’t move on to the next stage. Suddenly, you noticed that your boss’ behaviour towards you shifts and he’s cold. Is it all connected, or just coincidence? How should you handle this awkward situation?Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg 

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Work It - Is investing in a postgraduate degree worth it?

For those keen on career growth, getting a postgraduate degree is often seen as the next logical step. But will the investment pay off, or is it just an expensive venture? Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan speak with Bernie Chng, associate director at Randstad Singapore, to unpack the true value of doing a Master’s programme and alternatives if you’re not willing to take the plunge.

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Work It - Regain confidence after making a mistake at work

You made a mistake at work which set your team back and may have affected your manager’s trust in you. How do you bounce back from that?  Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg 

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Work It - Do you need to be a manager to move forward in your career?

Management isn’t always everyone’s endgame. In a society that often equates success with taking up a management position, is there another way to progress in your career? Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan sit down with GEA’s HR vice president Ilja Rijnen to unpack whether leading teams will really add value to your career. 

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