Enterprise Explores

Auction houses have a reputation for being formal institutions, steeped in tradition and old money. Sotheby's was founded in 1744, Christie's in 1766 and Phillips in 1796. Yet in recent months, one has collaborated with a key figure in New York's post-punk revival, while another has listed works at starting bids friendly to even half-broke twenty-somethings. Are auction houses suddenly... hip?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leadership is tough. It’s natural to lose motivation. How often do you find yourself losing motivation at work? Once a month? Once a week? Every day? It’s especially hard to stay motivated when you’re stressed. How do some people appear to be superhuman and get through it? Whilst the majority of us might cave into the pressure.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever since Yang di-Pertuan Agong treated journalists stationed outside Istana Negara to KFC and McDonald's in the last two days, more and more brands have headed over to the Palace and and the Prime Minister's Office to hand out food and beverages to fellow reporters. But is it all out of the goodness of their hearts?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interim PM Dr Mahathir Mohamad unveiled the economic stimulus plan yesterday; a slew of measures including cash aid and incentives to help the country cushion economic uncertainties due to the threat of the Covid-19 virus. We discuss the immediate impact of these measures, including if they are enough to restore your buying/spending confidence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How have recent issues like COVID-19 and political unrest affected business owners and their ventures? We dedicate the show to entrepreneurs, consultants, and experts from various industries to get their take on how this unstable start to 2020 is impacting them on a professional, and personal, level.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysia is in an unprecedented space right now. With talks of new coalitions, snap elections, and unity governments, the people are more confused than ever about the future of the country. As complicated as politics and lawmaking may be, could our politicians have done a better job at communicating and explaining this crisis to the people? Is there such a thing as too much information when the country is at stake? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we anxiously await news on who will be named Malaysia’s 8th Prime Minister, we discuss the merits of injecting fresh blood to lead the charge of reform in the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many people have negative experiences with a bad boss, manager, or coworker, whether the tension is caused by a clash of personalities or disagreement on leadership style. While it may be tempting just to call it quits, that’s not possible -- or feasible -- for many.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mascots. The colourful characters that some businesses choose to use to help represent their brands are apparently being killed off in certain parts of Japan. In the remote village of Misato, Japan - their local mascot character, Misabo, must prove his worth. Or else.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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