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Why working in Myanmar was the best career move I made

In an emerging market, you will gain experiences and face challenges that you would never find at home. It will change you as a leader and as a person.

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The writer's work stint in Myanmar equipped her with management skills for a lifetime.

The writer's work stint in Myanmar equipped her with management skills for a lifetime.

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There has been a lot of talk, of late, about deploying promising Singapore talent overseas so that our young professionals can gain exposure in other markets.

International work experience, it is widely accepted, will equip Singaporeans for regional and global leadership roles or even senior positions back home.

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