Work Bestie

From cover songs to K-pop hits: Singaporean songwriter writes for Itzy and Twice

Ms Daina Ariffin has written about 20 songs for Asian artists.

Fewer people in S’pore changed jobs in 2025; 60% of those who did enjoyed pay bumps

Notably, there were fewer employed younger people - ages 25 to 29 - who were actively looking for a new job..

Headstart On Record Podcast

Headstart podcast recap: Planning for holidays and traineeships in the age of AI

Headstart on Record looks at taking three holidays a year and preparing for the age of AI through training.

On The Job

‘Every inch counts’: He approves land boundaries in Singapore

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

Generic photo of office workers at Raffles Place on Jan 23, 2025. PMET, CBD, manpower, jobs, wages, employment

CEO Insights

Gaming boss to fresh grads: Show your passion when applying for jobs

Garena's President Terry Zhao (second from right) with his colleagues at the Free Fire World Series Global Finals 2025 event in Jakarta on Nov 15.

Singaporeans know how to plan. Now we must learn how to wing it

In a world increasingly shaped by AI, rapid change and uncertainty, our next challenge isn’t just learning new skills – it’s learning how to wing it.

‘Job hugging’ up as resignation rates in S’pore at record lows, average job tenure rises to 8 years

The term "job hugging" has taken on new-found popularity in 2025, as a buzzword coined by consulting firms and adopted by social media users to explain their current career anxieties.

Like a fairy godmother: The mascot maker who brings characters to life

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.

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