EP116: Janet Ravin on Rimini’s global 4-day work week initiative
Janet Ravin is the VP, Global Communications, Culture, and Experience and the Committee Chair of the Rimini Street Foundation. In this role, she is responsible for amplifying Rimini Street’s extraordinary story through expert strategy, execution, and management of external communications, including public…
Work It – S1E31: How does a job skills integrator help people who are displaced?
The job market has become much more complex as the nature of skills is changing. That’s where the role of the job skills integrator can help those struggling with finding careers that last. Our guest is Dr Jeremy Fox, Regional…
EP115: Chris Tran on going hardcore to get his dream job
Chris Tran has lived a lucky life filled with adventure and achievements. He survived the Nepal earthquake in 2015 after being “dead” for four days. He has lived abroad in Vietnam, Singapore, and Thailand for over 18 years. Chris has…
114: KC Kwa on the evolution of payroll processing and Instant Pay
KC Kwa founded JustLogin in 1999 with a vision to provide the best HR software in the cloud to any company anywhere in the world. With over 30 years of experience in software development and management in organisations like DSO…
Work It – S1E29: Getting out of comfort zones: Can anyone learn how to code?
People take three-year degrees to learn about software development. But for those who are keen to hop onto a new career track, coding boot camps are one way to fast-track learning. Two young guests, Zhang Jia En and Shermaine Sng,…
Work It – S1E28: Who needs an executive coach and how can they help?
There has been an uptick in the number of executive coaches in the last few years. Who are they and how do they help untangle knots in your working life? Our guest this week is Yu Dan Shi, director of…
113: Alan Heyward on Employee Appreciation Day 2023
Alan Heyward is the Managing Director, Asia Pacific at O.C. Tanner. O.C. Tanner helps organizations inspire and appreciate great work. Thousands of clients globally use our cloud-based technology, tools, and awards to provide meaningful recognition for their employees. Prior to assuming the role…
112: Stephanie Silvester on top source of stress for Singapore employees during the pandemic
Stephanie Silvester is a seasoned international marketing leader who has successfully led marketing and communications functions spanning 35 countries and four continents. Over the course of her career, Stephanie has been fortunate to live and work in Australia, Japan, Hong Kong,…
Fathering is so much more than being there the first four weeks of a baby’s life
During the Budget 2023 speech, Singapore Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced paid paternity leave would be doubled from two weeks to four weeks. This move is part of Singapore’s efforts to encourage father involvement in child-rearing and work-life balance for families.…
Work It – S1E27: What’s it like to be a digital nomad or work 100% remotely?
You may have seen images or posts of people working out of Bali – in shorts and overlooking the ocean. What does it take for someone to be a digital nomad, and how is it different from being 100 per…