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askST Jobs: Why does my progress at work feel slow?

Sometimes, employees may feel they are falling short of their managers’ expectations, leading to a sense of slow progress in their roles.
Sometimes, employees may feel they are falling short of their managers’ expectations, leading to a sense of slow progress in their roles.

askST Jobs: How honest should I be during an exit interview?

Employees should try to be specific and factual when giving feedback.
Employees should try to be specific and factual when giving feedback.

askST Jobs: Is it acceptable to back out of a job offer for a better one?

If candidates do decide to withdraw, it is better to do so earlier, specifically before contracts are signed or onboarding preparations begin.
If candidates do decide to withdraw, it is better to do so earlier, specifically before contracts are signed or onboarding preparations begin.

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askST Jobs: Why do some internships pay so much more than others?

While internship remuneration in Singapore can vary widely, most industries offer stipends in the range of $1,000 to $2,000.
While internship remuneration in Singapore can vary widely, most industries offer stipends in the range of $1,000 to $2,000.

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