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askST Jobs: Will a sabbatical hurt my career progression?

In most organisations, sabbaticals are supported in principle. But in practice, the work environment may have moved on by the time an employee returns from a long break.

askST Jobs: I think I am being ‘quietly fired’. What should I do?

In Singapore, the term "quiet firing " is not defined in law.

askST Jobs: My company offered me a more junior title with the same salary. Is it a step backwards?

Job titles are often less meaningful than people think they are, say HR experts.

askST Jobs: I struggle to say ‘no’ at work. How can I set boundaries?

Setting boundaries at work is fundamentally about prioritisation.

askST Jobs: I think I’m being gaslighted at work. What should I do?

In such situations, employees can set boundaries by stating their position and the facts firmly, and disengaging from inaccurate or invalid arguments.

askST Jobs: I’m known as a reliable and versatile employee. Will that affect my career?

Being reliable and versatile is positive as it signals that you can be trusted and can deliver under pressure.

askST Jobs: What is a good salary increment within the same company?

In Singapore, annual salary increments in steady economic conditions typically range between 3 per cent and 5 per cent.

askST Jobs: I’m doing more work for the same pay. What should I do?

Document your expanded role and discuss workload, support or even flexible benefits with your boss.

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