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Managing Rejections Can Be Hard. Here’s How To Move Past Them (Growth)

Dr Tan Buck Chye, Principal Trainer and Managing Director at Tony Buzan Learning Centre, shares how you can face rejection and bounce back after. 
Key highlights to listen to: 
(0:30) What's the difference between those who achieve success and those who don't? 
(0:43) How do you manage rejection? 
To listen to the full podcast, head here.
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Proven Strategies To Help With Your Successful Career Relaunch (Tenacity)

Ms Shub Faujdar, Managing Director of Jobs-Me Singapore, reveals your gameplan to kickstart your career if it stalls.
Key highlights to listen to:
(0:30) What is the recruitment landscape like, and how to assess it?
(1:15) 3 proven strategies to relaunch your career
To listen to the full podcast, head here.
Use these career tips to help increase your chances of landing your next job role on MyCareersFuture.
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What Recruiters Look Out For In A Jobseeker’s Credit Report (Readiness)

The Credit Bureau shares more why your credit report matters when it comes to finding your next job. 
Key highlights to listen to:
(0:58) What recruiters look out for in your credit report
(1:06) What details can they see?
(1:24) Do your credit cards and housing loans have any effect on your employability? 
To listen to the full podcast, head here.
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Are You A Fresh Grad Joining The Workforce? Here’s Some Friendly Advice (Insights)

Ariele Tan, an intern at Workforce Singapore's (WSG) Corporate Marketing & Communications Division, and Jenny Chiang, a Senior Career Coach from WSG's Career Services Division, talk about the various worries and concerns a fresh grad will have, graduating during the pandemic. 
Key highlights to listen to:
(3:09) There are many types of graduates entering the workforce — what are your circumstances and needs?
(11:00) What are your transferable and marketable skills sets?
(16:58) Showcasing your problem-solving skills and positive body language during an interview matters
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Future Bass by scottholmesmusic.com

Trying To Figure Out Which Job Platforms Are Best For You? Here’s Some Help For Jobseekers (Readiness)

It can be confusing trying to figure out how to go about looking for your next job, and what platforms work best.
Julian Quek, a senior manager at Workforce Singapore, and Tarcicius Wong, currently the centre manager at the Lifelong Learning Institute, take a closer look. 
Key highlights to listen to:
(2:05) Spamming employers with generic resumes on random job portals doesn't work
(8:00) The world is your oyster, think bigger with your job search
(12:48) Here's a list of job portals to consider for jobseekers
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Read about the latest career tips and advice | Apply for Jobs | Register for events here:https://go.gov.sg/podcast-workipediabymcf 
Music Credits under Creative Commons:
Future Bass by scottholmesmusic.com

Communicating Your Value: How To Explain A Career Gap For Female Jobseekers

We get it — sometimes a break from your career was necessary, perhaps due to caregiving duties. Here's how to still showcase your best professional self to potential employers.
Key highlights to listen to:
(5:10) What is the mindset of a hiring manager?
(6:50) When was your last role, and how do you explain the gap?
(8:38) Embrace the career gap, not avoid it, and then move the focus to your professional skills
Looking for career guidance? If you are exploring career changes and need professional advice, register for a complimentary session with WSG’s Career Coaching today.
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Learn How And Why A Positive Job Mindset Matters If You’re A Jobseeker! (Tenacity)

Shub Faujdar, the head of training and development at Alcott Global, shares how to keep your chin up during a job search.
Key highlights to listen to: 
(2:50) Why self belief matters during a job search
(3:47) What determines why one person gets that job and another doesn't?
(7:57) Dealing with frustration during a job search, and why routine matters
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Deciding On A Mid-Career Switch? Here’s Some Help For Employees and Jobseekers (Growth)

It can be difficult trying to take the leap on changing industry or career specialties. Dr Christopher Fong (Principal Consultant, Psych. Line) shares his insights. 
Key highlights to listen to:
(1:20) Why doing research on the job you want matters
(3:05) Planning for the worst if your career fails: how do you even do that?
(5:13) What's the question in interviews that trips up jobseekers the most?
Considering a Mid-Career Switch? Register for a complimentary session with WSG's Career Matching Services for some helpful guidance today.
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Why Companies Love To Hire Women Who Want To Return To The Workforce! (Insights)

Shub Faujdar, the head of training and development at Alcott Global, shares why Singapore companies are keen to give back-to-work-women a chance to return to the workforce, and what they bring to the table.
Key highlights to listen to: 
(2:05) Some of the biggest employers in finance, tech, law and engineering are creating "Returnships'
(2:47) Mothers work better in teams and are more productive
(7:12) It is easy for women to get the work exposure they need to build confidence, and network
Looking to return to the workplace after a career break? Get support from a career coach by registering for a complimentary session with WSG’s Career Matching Services today.
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How VIPS (Values, Interests, Personality and Skills) Can Affect An Employee’s Career! (Insights)

The first step when starting a career – to look into our own VIPS. Learn more in this podcast here. 
Key highlights to listen to:
(2:46) Knowing what you're interested in, and what you're good at matters
(3:31) VIPS (Values, Interest, Personality and Skills): What it stands for, and why it matters
(10:55) What skills matter to employers more?
Need personalised guidance in your job search? Register for a complimentary session with WSG’s Career Matching Services today.
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Music Credits under Creative Commons:
Future Bass by scottholmesmusic.com