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I’ll be speaking at SEMICON SEA in KL on 29 May
I will head to KL on the 29th of May to talk at their Regional HR Forum. It has been a while since I did an in-person speaking event. Fortunately, the topic they had in mind was HR Analytics, which I have…
Going Solo? Avoid These Common Pitfalls for Solopreneur Success
So, you’ve decided to take the leap and become a solopreneur – congratulations! You’re joining the ranks of millions of individuals who have chosen to blaze their own trail and be their own boss. But before you start envisioning that…
Jerry Seinfeld Duke’s 2024 Commencement Address
Jerry Seinfeld, award-winning comedian, actor, producer and author, delivered the commencement address during Duke’s 2024 university-wide commencement ceremony in Wallace Wade Stadium on May 12, 2024. Seinfeld urged graduates to remember to laugh and navigate life with humour. “All of…
The Next Victim of GPT: Maths Tutor
Earlier this year, 3 out of 4 of my kids were enrolled into Maths tuition. I had to pick the virtual option because it was the most economical, but you can still hear my wallet scream. So I was blown away…
The Unsung Heroes Behind My Upcoming Book
I’ve recorded nearly 300 podcast episodes, but haven’t listened to a single one in full. My own voice makes me cringe – like nails on a chalkboard shagging a lawnmower. It got slightly better over time, like getting used to…
Brag about yourself for 35 seconds
I got this from Noah Kagan’s podcast, in which he got his guest to brag about herself for 35 seconds. I was quite blown away by that question, given how much of an imposter syndrome I carry. And I did…
Should you mention a former employer in your LinkedIn headline?
I started thinking about this when a recent LinkedIn scroll kept showing me people with ex-[insert company name] in their byline. It got me thinking – Is it a good thing to mention? Let’s break it down: Pros: Credibility and Brand…
Should you join a professional membership body?
Do you have any professional memberships that you are not arm-twisted to join? I recently asked a few working professionals this question, and my small sample size shows that none of them are members of any professional membership bodies. Some…
Even frontliners now can WFH
This is some next-level cost-cutting/off-shoring. The shop is in NYC, and the cashier is dialling in from the Philippines. There are other case studies for a dental clinic and office building concierge. This fascinates and scares me at the same time.
Gemini directly from Chrome Browser
Quickly start your chat with Gemini using the new shortcut in the Chrome desktop address bar Step 1: Type “@” in the desktop address bar and select Chat with Gemini Step 2: Write your prompt Step 3: Get your response…
