Category Archives: Advice

Your Thinking: Changing the Impossible

It’s undeniable that intelligence, talent, and ability have long defined what makes successful people tick. But there is something else far greater: their ability to rethink and unlearn what they value and make up most of their identity. Once challenged, doubt often leads to curiosity and the discovery of new knowledge. Grant, organisational psychologist and […]

A Glimpse Inside A Mother’s Heart

On this Mother’s Day, we want to take some time out to celebrate all the amazing mothers around the world. It is no secret that most women assume multiple roles once stepping into motherhood and still manage to get things done as they exhibit excellence at work and home. Today, we were granted an opportunity […]

Feedback: Why you should ask for it

Feedback is critical to one’s professional growth and development. It raises awareness of your strengths and weaknesses, extending opportunities for areas you can improve or capitalise on. Learn the differences and see how it impacts your ability to succeed. Before Alex Berger became one of Hollywood’s successful television writers, he understood it was a winner-take-all […]

Mindset: the starting point for change

The mind is the powerhouse that shapes your entire being. However, a mindset is just a belief that can easily be replaced. This article unravels the difference between a growth and fixed mindset and what it does to and for you. You decide whether you choose a fixed mindset where everything’s set in stone or […]

6 Tips For Smarter Negotiation Of Salary & Fair Compensation

The complexities of the Singapore job market today should never intimidate you from negotiating a fair salary and compensation. Anyone who contributes work of value increasing a business’ revenue should be fairly compensated and it can be done through careful evaluation of the company you choose to be in and understanding who you’re dealing with. Be […]

Excellence: The Beginning Of It All

In my previous article of this series, I wrote about Grit vs Talent: What’s The Difference and Why Does It Matter? has unravelled what sets apart high achievers and their counterparts and how they exude excellence effortlessly. In this article, I would like to explain that although we’re all gifted with different talents, born with […]

So Good They Can’t Ignore You— Craftsmen Journey To Great Careers

“Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning.” – Benjamin Franklin. What sets the highly successful and the mediocre ones apart are their mindset and what they do with their time. Take a dive into the mind of a craftsman–the ones who work strive to be so good, […]

Grit vs Talent: What’s The Difference And Why Does It Matter?

At times, exceptional performances at the workplace leave some wondering whether it’s a matter of talent or grit. The article series on Grit will unravel how high achievers succeed and why they stay successful, with part one helping you understand what true passion and perseverance can do for you.   Many will recognize talent from […]

New Year, Better Me

The right choices coupled with a subtle mindset shift and deconstructing macro-goals can bring about significant changes, promoting a better version of yourself this year.