Issue 017

Beijing Gong

Tired of going to all the usual places for lunch? Want to talk business over a satisfying meal? This month, we look at food meant only for royalty previously: imperial cuisine.

By Joanna Teo

Eyes on you

They say that the eyes are the windows to the soul. Are you taking care of yours?

By Daphne Ong

Article: Writing a resignation letter

Job transitions are part and parcel of working life, so writing a good resignation letter is an important skill to have. What can you do to leave a good last impression?

By Liu Lian Feng

Jumping ship

Changing jobs isn’t rare for today’s worker, but you still should not do so hastily. Find out about what you should and should not consider when it’s time to seek greener pastures.

By Clara Chua

Phone Etiquette

Do you know how to talk professionally on the phone? Do you have trouble talking to your potential employer on the phone? Join us on our quest to find out how to master good phone etiquette.

By Joshua Rayan

I trust you

Do people trust you enough? How do you gain their trust? Find out what it takes to gain and keep other people’s trust, as well as why trust is so important in any relationship.

By Nicolas Yong

Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned

Are women such difficult creatures to work with? Not if you understand what they are made of and how to handle them.

By Melody Tan

Are long breaks career suicide?

For a variety of reasons, more people are now taking long breaks from their jobs. Denise Chew finds out why people are doing this, and explores what needs to be considered before taking off.

By Denise Chew

Working abroad - the impact on relationships

It is common nowadays to get overseas assignments. For some it is an excellent opportunity to get out of Singapore. But what if you have a significant other or are married with children? What can overseas postings do to your relationships?

By Denise Chew

Working for good causes

What is it like to work in the non-profit sector? To find out, Career Central approached some people who’ve switched careers to join this sector, and also learn how non-profit organisations are set up in Singapore.

By Jyotsna Nelgadde