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Work It - Why do people who quit come back to the same company?

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According to the latest salary survey guide by Robert Walters, three in four professionals are open to returning to their previous employers. Besides coming back to higher salaries and new job scopes, what other benefits do boomerang employees get when they return? Our guest Josephine Chua, HR director at Aloft Singapore hotel and master professional at the Institute for Human Resource Professionals, discusses the pros and cons of hiring boomerang employees.

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Work It - I need to fire my friend, how should I do it?

You hired your friend but now his unprofessional conduct is disrupting the team. Management has decided to part ways with him, but the friendship is in jeopardy. How can you handle this sensitive situation professionally? Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg

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Work It - What to do if you are a victim of workplace discrimination

Workplace discrimination can be one of the thorniest issues to navigate because it isn’t always clear cut. Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan sit down with Alvin Goh, executive director of the Singapore Human Resources Institute, to unpack the grey areas, and the steps to take when something happens.

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Work It - Is ageism common during the job application process?

For anyone looking for work, ageism may be a growing concern during their job search. How can you effectively highlight your qualifications while ensuring age doesn't become a barrier? Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg (Email us here.)

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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.

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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).

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