Many people enjoy the idea of being their own boss, but starting your own business isn't as liberating as it sounds. Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan unpack what it takes to be an entrepreneur and what sets a side hustle apart from a successful startup.

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Beyond KPIs and productivity, Gen Z workers also value healthy corporate culture. But is there a place for colleagues whose main contribution is their energy and charm? CNA TODAY columnist Kelvin Kao shares his research on the phenomenon of “personality hires” - what do they bring to the table, and what we can learn from the way they work?

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Not all workplace exits come with farewell lunches. When a respected colleague leaves with only a brief goodbye email, is it normal to feel unsettled?  

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Brain fog, insomnia, mood swings – many women brush aside these symptoms of menopause, thinking it’s just stress. Senior HR leader Julie Lee, shares how the biological changes affected her career and explains why companies need to rethink their policies to retain talent. 

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There may be colleagues in the office who are close to retirement and not motivated to do more. What can you do if that extra work falls on you? 

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In an increasingly competitive job market, it’s not enough to secure a good internship. Your performance during the stint is a crucial stepping stone to nailing that full-time job. So what do you need to do to impress potential employers? Ho Zhi Hui, co-founder of Skilio, a startup matching up students with companies breaks it down. 

This episode was recorded live at Ngee Ann Polytechnic. 

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Feeling stuck in your current job but uncertain about what’s out there? How should you decide if you should stay put or start looking for something new? 

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Graduate programmes like management associate or trainee programmes promise an accelerated career pathway. What are the expectations and is this route a better option if you don’t want to specialise? Samir Bedi from EY Asean People Consulting Leader gives his advice.

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You just joined a company and there’s an uncooperative colleague who sees you as competition. What can you do to ease the tension?

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Job hopping has become common among the younger generation, but critics say too many short stints may leave a bad impression on recruiters. But if it's part of a clear career plan, it can boost your salary and widen your network. Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan discuss how to make each move count. 

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