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If you have a diagnosed mental health condition and you’re thinking of disclosing it to your workplace, what should you be aware of? How can your performance at work be rated with this consideration? Khairil Baharudin, senior HR business partner at a tech firm and certified professional with the Institute for HR Professionals, lays out the pros and cons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You want to give effective feedback to a colleague or employee. But this person is likely going to be sensitive or defensive about it. How should you approach this situation?  Have a burning work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Lau, a principal career coach at Workforce Singapore, shares his transformative career journey from corporate success to personal fulfillment. He discusses the fluid nature of career goals and the necessity of planning amidst life's changes. Chris emphasizes the importance of work-life balance and adapting to market dynamics. He also explores various attitudes toward retirement, advocating for continual planning and mentoring to ensure a fulfilling transition. Listeners gain valuable insights on navigating their own career paths with purpose.

Your boss is asking subordinates to communicate with senior management. If you feel uncomfortable, how should you broach the topic? Have a burning work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CEOs may occupy an exclusive rank, but their decisions have a profound impact on many lives. What is the first order of business for new CEOs transiting into a company? “CEO whisperer” Dr Ty Wiggins from Russell Reynolds Associates shares his observations with Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan after having built a career advising top business leaders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The discussion dives into the tricky realm of workplace bullying, helping listeners discern between high standards and harmful behavior. Key signs of bullying are highlighted, along with the importance of mental health. Strategies for victims struggling with supervisors are offered, including the necessity of documentation and understanding company policies. The conversation emphasizes self-reflection and seeking external support to safeguard one’s rights and well-being in high-pressure environments.

Mukul Anand, HSBC Singapore's Managing Director and Head of Human Resources, sheds light on the growing importance of flexible work arrangements in the post-COVID landscape. He emphasizes the need for trust and outcome-oriented evaluations in hybrid settings. Anand discusses the challenges multinational organizations face and the innovative concept of job tasting, allowing employees to explore various roles. He also highlights the crucial role of leadership in fostering flexibility and navigating financial implications while maintaining employee satisfaction.

Have you sat in a job interview and was asked to produce your last drawn payslip? Here are steps you can follow if you are not comfortable to reveal it.  Have a burning work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every department in a company - from legal to finance and HR - can use a basic AI tool to solve problems or work better. Agoda’s chief technology officer Idan Zalzberg explains why AI knowledge and tools do not have to be complicated and hard to implement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congratulations on your promotion. But you can’t shake the feeling that it didn’t sit well with your peers at work. How should you manage them?  Have a burning work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us here.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.