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It’s the annual feedback time and you must rate your boss and co-workers. Is the 360 feedback worth the effort? How can you ensure it leads to real change, and what should you do if it doesn't?  Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Peter Hamilton, a vice president at KellyOCG specializing in career management, as he uncovers the real threats of 'quiet firing'. He explains how subtle signs like exclusion from meetings can signal a potential risk to your job. Discover the psychological impact and ethical dilemmas behind this tactic. Peter also emphasizes the importance of clear communication and advocates for employees to document their experiences to address their concerns. This discussion offers invaluable advice on protecting your career and maintaining job security.

Have you waited for a call after a job interview but never heard back from the company? How long should you wait before sending the HR person a nudge?   Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Asher Ling, Chief Technology Officer and Managing Director, Singapore at Princeton Digital Group, discusses the rise of skills-based hiring in the competitive tech sector. He emphasizes that good grades and degrees are no longer the sole pathways to success. Instead, employers are focusing on practical skills and experiences. Ling also addresses the frustrations of job applicants getting ghosted by HR, offering insights into effective talent identification strategies and how fresh graduates can better navigate today’s job market.

It’s a high stakes conversation and you don’t see eye to eye with your manager. How do you disagree constructively without burning bridges?  Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.