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This week, I’m excited to share with you a couple of stories on retiring well, dealing with difficult bosses, and how to start your investing journey.
First up, Invest editor Tan Ooi Boon writes about how an elderly man living in a one-room rental flat here also happens to be a millionaire, after planning early for a steady stream of retirement income.
On a related note, three in four older workers in a survey by ST do not intend to retire before they turn 65. What are their reasons for wanting to stay employed? Also, read about how some senior workers – including one who made a career switch at 62 – are role models at their workplaces.
Finally, my colleague Adeline Tan takes the plunge into the world of investing. Find out how she overcame her discomfort of parting with her hard-earned money, and why she is holding on for the long term despite facing persistently choppy markets.
What is the future of hybrid work in S'pore?
How should remote work be governed in Singapore, and how should rules protect both workers and employers?
askST Jobs: My boss keeps picking on me and criticising my work. What can I do?
In this edition of askST Jobs, I offer some practical tips on handling bosses who treat their subordinates unfairly and often rubbish their work.
3 in 4 older workers in S'pore don't intend to retire before 65
There remains concerns that older workers are passed over for opportunities, have a tough time adjusting to new technologies, and cannot work for long hours due to personal or health reasons.
Work Talk Podcast: Meet a job hopper and her present boss
ST's Krist Boo and Tay Hong Yi host a self-professed job hopper and her boss. Also look out for tips to executives with "choppy" resumes in this podcast.
Me & My Money: Entrepreneur finds largest returns in building property business
Facing multiple rejections and getting two to three hours of sleep a day initially, recalls entrepreneur Nick Tan of his career switch from F&B to property.
AIA S'pore to hire over 500 staff under scheme that offers full-time benefits
Instead of commission-based income, they will earn a base salary ranging from $2,700 to $8,000 per month and quarterly performance-based bonuses, as well as receive CPF contributions, annual leave and medical benefits.
Elderly man who lived in HDB rental flat has $1m in savings
His wealth remained a secret till he was admitted to a nursing home by social workers because of dementia.
After US stock market's worst start in 50 years, some see more pain ahead
No need to panic but exercise care as home loan interest rates rise
Is the era of cheap financing over? Home loan rate increases here come after the United States Federal Reserve raised interest rates last month to tame surging inflation.
Young & Savvy: Getting over the fear of investing
Taking the first step may seem daunting for novices, but here are some tips for young investors to make the journey more rewarding – and perhaps less frightening.
