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Work It - Making the career pivot from flying to coding

Five years into being a flight attendant, Jane Tan switched career tracks to become a software engineer. She found herself struggling in the beginning, but failure was not an option. Jane shares how she leverages transferable skills, deals with imposter syndrome and thrives in the tech sector.

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Work It - What can you do if your boss plays favourites?

Your team consistently outperforms at work. Yet you are not getting the same bonuses and promotions others are getting. What can you do if you suspect there’s favouritism?  Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg (Email us here.) 

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Work It - When is it safe to tell your boss and co-workers about your mental health struggles?

Diagnosed with depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder, it took Edwin Chaw months before he felt ready to disclose his condition to his colleagues. Now a compliance officer with abrdn and an ambassador with Beyond the Label, he gives advice on how to navigate work relationships.   

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Work It - Asked to work before starting your new job. Yay or nay?

You’re due to start a new job in weeks and your future boss has already begun sending you emails and calling for meetings. Here’s how you can set clear boundaries with your future boss.   Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg (Email us here.) 

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Work It - Making networking and presentations less painful for introverts

Networking plays a vital role in the professional world, opening doors to new opportunities and collaborations. But for introverts, nothing is more daunting than standing in the spotlight. Jenny Toh, founder of River Life Coaching and a self-identified introvert, shares her top tips.    

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Work It - Is being comfortable at work a bad thing?

You’ve been at your company for years and happy with the work-life balance, but some of your colleagues are advancing elsewhere. Is staying put equivalent to career suicide?    Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg (Email us here). 

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