How career road bumps can shape future success
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Hello, I’m Timothy Goh, bringing you my first Headstart newsletter edition. Some of you may know me from the askST Jobs column.
Many of us young workers navigate our professional lives under a constant cloud of doubt, questioning our career choices from the moment they start and at every milestone thereafter.
While the nagging “what ifs” can linger for years, the unexpected detours can still lead to growth. My colleague Sharon Salim reflects on the twists and turns of her career, and how each role helped her build skills and confidence.
On the flip side, some workers may feel overqualified in their roles as their roles no longer match their experience. This week’s askSTJobs looks at what you can do if your job no longer challenges you.
And, do check out other stories on Singaporeans DIY-ing their home renovations, and why buying durian for her family is one writer’s love language.
Keep going and take care!
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More than a simple act of gift-giving, it is a legacy to her late grandfather, says the writer.
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