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Work It - New to the company but feeling unwelcome?

Work It - New to the company but feeling unwelcome?
02 May 2024 10:38AM
6 mins

You’ve just started at your new job and your predecessor didn’t do a proper handover. On top of that, you get the feeling that your new colleagues aren’t so welcoming. What should you do?  

Have a burning work-related question to ask a career counsellor? cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg (Email us here)

Work It - Start-ups vs large corporations: Which is the better career move?

Working for a start-up may bring different benefits compared with being an employee of a big company. For fresh graduates and those contemplating a mid-career switch, which is the better option? Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan chat with Jeraldine Phneah, enterprise lead of AlphaSense, to unpack the pros and cons of each career path. 

03/11/2024 30 mins

Work It - How do I avoid being seen as a threat at work?

You want to excel in your career but fear setting the bar too high may rile your colleagues. How can you pursue your ambitions while appearing less of a threat? 

Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg (Email us here)

30/10/2024 6 mins

Work It - Do you know your personality type and how it affects your work?

Are you an individualist or a peacemaker? Perhaps you thrive in motivating people. Experts say understanding personality traits makes a big difference in work relationships. Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan find out more by taking a test.

Take the Big 5 Personality Test or RIASEC profiling tool if you want to know more.

27/10/2024 29 mins

Work It - I’m a new leader. How do I earn my team’s respect?

 You’ve recently stepped into a leadership role, but your new team members are bypassing you and going directly to your boss with their questions. How can you establish your authority while building respect and rapport with your team?  

Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg (Email us here. )

23/10/2024 5 mins

Work It - Multiple side hustles or a 9-to-5?

Balancing multiple jobs might seem overwhelming, but for some, side hustles offer autonomy and freedom a traditional 9-to-5 job cannot. Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan speak with 40-year-old Alvin Ong, who has four side gigs, for his advice on what to consider before embracing this career path.  

20/10/2024 23 mins