What you need to know to climb the corporate ladder — I run an informal group on LinkedIn for ex-regulars of the Singapore Armed Forces and, from time to time, I am asked for career advice. …

5 must-read articles to get you started …. — Social media marketing is confusing! The following is a compilation of five short articles that will benefit entrepreneurs looking to leverage digital marketing for their business. 1. Why savvy social media marketers have switched to native advertising. Facebook’s MSI algorithm has made it harder for marketers by prioritizing engagements. To…

Why we need to fear losing our jobs. — #CoffeeWithFriends The conversation last week centered on preparing others for a future impacted by automation. During the conversation, the concept of self-awareness of the issue and personal ownership for the solution came up, and I shared that I too am worried that I would be made obsolete. …

1-Minute Insight: Role of a leader — #CoffeeWithFriends My friend shared that she was asked to take on an organization-level secondary appointment last year. Although she was hesitant, her immediate supervisor did not object, so she reluctantly agreed. Unfortunately, at several points of the year, her secondary appointment clashed with her core work. At these points, my…

Talking politics during dinner …. — In communicating to influence, we try to convert someone (holding an opposing view) to our point of view. The reality is, we can’t. I recently had dinner with a relative who was anti-establishment. …

1-Minute Insight: Managing your ego — Sometime back I was shooting the breeze with someone whom I can only describe as my senior. Our conversation turned to a topic that I had extensive and intimate knowledge of because of my previous work experience. As I shared my view, he abruptly and forcibly rejected my perspective —…

There is no political accountability in a democracy — On 29 April 2022, Singapore’s Public Prosecutor referred the case of lying under oath to the police for further investigation. …

How you react reflects more about you than the employee — What?!!! He resigned and you wished him well? I am always puzzled when managers feel betrayed when their employee resigns (or hints at resignation). Suddenly, an excellent employee who is an asset to the organization becomes someone who is incompetent and someone the organization is happy to get rid of. …

1-Minute Insight: Management Tip — This is why whenever I chair meetings, I always: (a) keep my meetings to less than one hour; (b) only include the people who are needed (versus good to have); and (c) keep discussions on point. I believe I owe it to my colleagues to respect their time and make…