Reading Time: 4 minutes For many Singaporeans, Racial Harmony Day may bring memories of dressing up in our traditional outfits while we were schooling. Photo by Matthias Wagner on Unsplash We have come a long way from the Maria Hertogh Racial Riots in 1950, with new laws to strengthen anti-discrimination in the workplace. Yet, there are still Read more…
Reading Time: 4 minutes The fatigue from the different ‘phases’ of restrictions in Singapore during the Covid-19 pandemic has hit many companies hard. Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash Whether all Singaporeans are required to work from home, or whether you must follow a ‘team A/B’ system, the constant need to switch between different Read more…
Reading Time: 4 minutes Hiring the right employees is half the battle won; the next step is to retain your talent. Image Source: Photo by Scott Graham on Unsplash Having a high turnover rate is not the most efficient for your company because it takes time for newcomers to learn the ropes. It can Read more…
Reading Time: 4 minutes “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” — African proverb (unknown source) People photo created by tirachardz – www.freepik.com An organisation is more than the sum of its individual; it is about how people cooperate to achieve a common goal. When Read more…
Reading Time: 3 minutes A respectful workplace is one where integrity and professionalism are displayed, diversity is promoted and civility is practised regardless of position. Photo by Domenico Loia on Unsplash Harvard Business Review (HBR) identified two types of respect: owed and earned respect (HBR, 2018). Owed respect is accorded to everyone in the Read more…
Reading Time: 4 minutes Communication is the key. Photo by Volodymyr Hryshchenko on Unsplash Swedish vacuum-cleaner manufacturer Electrolux used a tagline in an American advertisement: “Nothing sucks like an Electrolux.” Lost in translation, miscommunication can be hilarious – or have more serious consequences, especially in the workplace. It could result in conflict between colleagues Read more…
Reading Time: 3 minutes Start your business on the right foot. Let us welcome 2021 on the right foot! With the new year upon us, many are setting their personal resolutions. That aside, in view of the current economic situation it would be fitting to review our business goals as well. Setting your business Read more…