Issue 011

Nobody knows that I am good!

In today's high pressure, dynamic job market, results alone aren't enough-you have to get them noticed. No matter what field you're in, self-promotion is a key factor in making sure that your talents will become well known and widely appreciated. Here are some ways to blow your own horn to create music for your ears!

By Joshua Rayan

With fewer corporate ladders to climb and a more dynamic workplace, it’s easy for hard-working employees to be overlooked for advancement and promotions. If this is happening to you, well you’re not alone. Many others are fed up of not getting the credit and limelight they deserve. The trick is to realise that when the attention doesn’t come to you, it’s time to seek it out and bring it to your cubicle!

The Laugh Page

Take a break. Breathe. Relax. You are now entering the Career Central laugh page. We guarantee absolutely nothing serious, thought-provoking or inspiring on this page. Unless of course, being a comedian is in the cards for you. For the rest, please laugh out. The facial exercise you get beats any expensive firming facials you can buy.

By Career Central



Taking a break before starting work: How to plan for the trip of your life

You are now at a major crossroad in life, done with school and about to step into the working world. This may be the perfect time to do some travelling. Read on to find out the key things you need to consider before embarking on your trip and how to prepare for it.

By Denise Chew



Interview Nightmares

You've done it! You've made it through the door, and are about to sit through that-all important interview. But lo-not all interviews turn out as planned. Indeed, if you're not careful, it may well turn out to be an interview of nightmarish proportions instead...

By Marie Kreft



Writing a kickass resume and cover letter

Many people either underestimate or get scared at the work that goes into a great resume and cover letter. However, the steps are simple and worhtwhile. Career central looks at ways to write a kickass resume and cover letter to give a truly winning first impression of you and nail that dream job.

By Joshua Rayan





The can-do spirit

An entrepreneur is someone who always willing to try something new to grow a business. Failure is seen as merely part of the learning process. It is this 'can-do' spirit that differentiates an entrepreneur from everyone else. Join us as we learn more from a two suscessful local entrepreneurs.

By Faith Ng

Choose a life less ordinary

Your career doesn't have to ride on a degree or a conventional tertiary education. It's about what you want to do, and what the trade and technical industry offers is the chance to do just that. Still lost? Coach yourself to find out what you should do.

By Anna Murphy

Check it out! Six steps to researching your career ideas before you decide

Do you jump in headfirst or do you dip your big toe in, to test the temperature? Starting out in a career can be daunting event, find out what tools you need to arm yourself with in this brave new quest.

By Nicola Supka

Want that job? You must have determination, ambition, confidence & courage

Paper qualifications do not tell if you have the guts or the gumption to take your company's business to a new level. According to recruitment consultants, interviewers are looking for signs of the above qualities. What exactly are they looking for and do you possess these qualities?

By Kelly services



Diploma or Degree? A personal account

Standing on crossroads and deciding which path to take without hindsight is never easy. Martha Lee provides a first-hand account of someone who picked a path, stuck to it and came out winning at the end.

By Martha Lee