ST HeadSTart: Hot desks, cool offices | 6 in 10 in S'pore plan to ask for pay rise

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Hot desks, cool offices: How workspaces are changing after the pandemic

Love or hate hot-desking, experts say the trend is here to stay. Fewer desks can mean more space for meeting areas, cafes, or even a hair salon.

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Work/Life: Desk, don't go. Stay with me

Listen in on Krist Boo's conversation with her beloved desk. It is bravely saying goodbye.

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6 in 10 in S'pore plan to ask for pay rise amid labour crunch, inflation: Survey

One reason workers feel they deserve a pay rise is the number of extra hours of unpaid work many of them are doing.

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How to negotiate for more starting pay

For workers savvy enough to recognise their leverage, it has never been a better time to negotiate a generous compensation offer.

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It's work from anywhere for some firms' staff

Find out which companies are embracing remote work permanently.

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CPF payouts increased by 25% from 2019 to 2021, while more are deferring payouts

A CPF member who turned 65 in 2021 now gets monthly payouts of $580.

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Young & Savvy: This Mother's Day, I'm spending $12,000 on mum's insurance

The peace of mind it gives me and my mum is priceless and definitely more valuable than any luxury purchase, says Jessie Lim. 

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Reaping returns from Reits

Amid rising inflation and supply chain worries, Reits in Singapore have remained fairly resilient. Here's why they deserve a look.

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