askST Jobs

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.

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.

askST Jobs: Homeward bound from a job stint abroad? Hit your stride fast with these tips

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askST Jobs: Is your job vulnerable to offshoring?

To discern how vulnerable you are to offshoring, and hence decide on your next steps, you need to first understand the nature of your role.

askST Jobs: Stay fresh even when work spans time zones

Workers should evaluate whether extensive cross-time zone work is really needed based on the nature of their industry and their work.

askST Jobs: How do you patch things up with a colleague who’s upset?

Repairing a strained working relationship is built through small, consistent gestures of goodwill over time.

askST Jobs: Does youth trump experience?

Mid-career workers can stay ahead by staying curious, seeking out new experiences, and taking time to reflect on what each one teaches them.

askST Jobs: How to stand out but not show off when sharing about career highs on social media

The key is to avoid common missteps, such as making every post “all about me” and posting too often without a clear message.

askST Jobs: What to do when you’re stuck between 2 feuding colleagues?

Careful analyses often reveal that these clashes stem from certain psychological tendencies, says Dr Tania Nagpaul.

askST Jobs: What to do when your motivation plummets after a promotion

A promotion often comes with expanded responsibilities and managing more complex tasks, says an organisational psychologist.

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