Thinking about switching careers, but unsure if leaving the stability of an MNC for a startup is the right move?

In this episode, we dive into:

- Why some mid-career professionals are pivoting to deep tech startups

- The surprising opportunities in Singapore’s growing innovation scene

- What it really takes to thrive in a startup environment compared to a corporate giant

- How structured training can bridge the skills gap for those looking to make the leap

Our Guests:

- Kang Ming Song, Manager, SGInnovate Power X, who oversees the PowerX program designed to help professionals transition into deep tech careers.

- Jeremy Leow, Cybersecurity, a mid-career professional who made the leap from MNC life into the startup world through PowerX.

If you’ve ever wondered whether a startup could be your next chapter — or how to future-proof your career in a rapidly changing tech landscape — this is one episode you don’t want to miss.

Learn more about the programme:

- PowerX Programme: bit.ly/3VslLdW

- Deep Tech Central: bit.ly/3Vpq9ub

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