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Career tips and advice with Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan. Looking for a job or trying to nail it at your current one? We help you navigate through your workplace issues.
The views and opinions shared during this podcast series are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. or its group of companies.
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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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Higher pay and faster promotions, or steady bonuses and ironclad job security? In this week’s Work Feed, Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan trawl stories on social media to unpack the pros, cons and trade-offs between a career in public service and private sector jobs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Singapore’s always-on work culture is taking a toll on relationships, with some jobs leaving little room for connection. CNA TODAY journalist Nikki Yeo tells Nat Fetalvero how to spot the difference between a busy season and a job that’s simply unsustainable, and why manager role-modelling matters more than wellness workshops.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Your co-worker is putting in the bare minimum for team projects. How can you collaborate with a capable yet calculative colleague? Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Serial entrepreneur Jeremy Ko went from having a side gig of designing websites at age 13 to founding four businesses. Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan speak with him to unpack how to find market opportunities and grow sustainably – all while not cracking under the extreme workload. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There’s nothing more frustrating than leaving a meeting feeling more confused than when you walked in. What can you do when your boss often gives vague answers to your questions? Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The traditional career path – study, graduate and get hired – is undergoing a seismic shift. As entry-level roles disappear, young job seekers are left questioning their place in the workforce. Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan speak with Chiew Chun Wee, regional policy and insights lead at the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, and Adeline Tiah, career coach and change management consultant, to unpack what’s happening to early careers and how young people can stay relevant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The decision of who gets promoted often feels like a mystery, but what is clear is that it takes more than just being good at your job. Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan speak with Shub Faujdar, founder and chief career coach at JobS-ME Singapore, to unpack why visibility matters and whether it is time to consider leaving if you’re being repeatedly passed over for a promotion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Some companies offer a “golden handshake” when they retrench their workers. Financial advisory manager Lily Fung, who got a high six-figure sum, shares with Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan what she did with the money after she was laid off from her company of 20 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Job hopping has become common among the younger generation, but critics say too many short stints may leave a bad impression on recruiters. But if it's part of a clear career plan, it can boost your salary and widen your network. Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan discuss how to make each move count.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mentorship in the office can shape careers in unexpected ways – but only if it’s done well. From navigating soft skills to managing mentor-mentee tensions, Teoh Mei Ting and her mentor Irene Yong, both from engineering consultancy firm Beca, share tips on how to make the most out of this workplace relationship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For many professionals, retirement is far from their mind and they want to seek work that is fulfilling. Lim Kai Ning, co-founder of The Courage Chapter, shares how they help seniors return to the workforce, and why age can be a big asset.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Having lunch while working may be a common practice, experts warn that there could be health risks. This habit may also have the opposite effect of lowering productivity too. CNA TODAY journalist Tang Jia Wen shares with Nat Fetalvero why a small mid-day break can have huge payoffs at work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Leaving a job role after 16 years for something different takes more than just opportunity – it requires bold courage. Guest Ivan Aw made a strategic pivot to embrace AI and shares with Gerald Tan and Nat Fetalvero the lesson he learnt about not waiting for the perfect moment to make the switch. This episode was brought to you by UOB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With job roles changing rapidly in the age of AI, employees are constantly encouraged to pick up new skills. But what if you're asked to learn something completely new? Dean Tong, head of group human resources at UOB, shares steps on what companies can do to support employees whose jobs are redesigned by technology. This episode was brought to you by UOB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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