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Work It - Who will win the race for global talent?

Work It

With the rise of AI and international labour mobility, companies are now rolling out the red carpet to find the best talent globally. But how do employers attract and retain their skilled workforce, and has Gen Z changed the rules for everyone? Tiffany Ang speaks with Manjit Singh of Sun Life Asia, Ichiro Miyoshi of Marunouchi Innovation Partners, Cisco’s Anupam Trehan and David Ha from Sakana AI.

This episode was recorded live at the Milken Institute Asia Summit 2025.

Nat Fetalvero

Nat Fetalvero

Gerald Tan

Gerald Tan

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Work It - 44% of us are unhappy at work – is burnout the real reason?

Nearly half of workers report feeling unhappy in their jobs, despite most believing workplace happiness is possible, according to Jobstreet. Gerald Tan and Nat Fetalvero speak with organisational development consultant Jasmine Liew to unpack what meaningful work means and how leaders and employees can build happier workplaces.

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Work It - Are you on the verge of a workplace meltdown?

Holding back a terse reply to an unreasonable boss might feel like you're being professional, but what happens when unchecked emotions boil over? CNA TODAY journalist Nicole Lam shares with Nat Fetalvero how to avoid unhealthy coping habits and why processing emotions in real time is key to surviving high-pressure work environments.

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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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