The number of professionals seeking help after retrenchment is rising, even as Singapore's labour market remains relatively resilient. What's driving the growing sense of anxiety among white-collar workers?

On Viewpoint, Lynlee Foo speaks with sociologist and IPS Social Lab Adjunct Principal Research Fellow at the National University of Singapore, Dr Tan Ern Ser, to explore whether the traditional promise of education, hard work and career progression is becoming less certain in an era of AI, offshoring and rapid workplace change. How is job insecurity reshaping the way Singaporeans think about careers, social mobility and the future?

 

The number of professionals seeking help after retrenchment is rising, even as Singapore's labour market remains relatively resilient. What's driving the growing sense of anxiety among white-collar workers?
On Viewpoint, Lynlee Foo speaks with&nbsp;sociologist and IPS Social Lab Adjunct Principal Research Fellow at the National University of Singapore, Dr Tan Ern Ser, to explore whether the traditional promise of education, hard work and career progression is becoming less certain in an era of AI, offshoring and rapid workplace change. How is job insecurity reshaping the way Singaporeans think about careers, social mobility and the future?
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Take a step back, refocus, and Reset with Lynlee.

Take a step back, refocus, and Reset with Lynlee.

Airing weekdays from 1pm to 4pm, the show brings clarity to the stories shaping Singapore and the world — from current affairs and global developments to business trends and industry shifts. Through insightful conversations and fresh perspectives, Lynlee explores what’s driving the headlines and where things are heading next.

Featuring segments like Viewpoint, Industry Insight and Suite Talk, Reset goes beyond the noise to offer thoughtful analysis, real-world context and ideas that help you recalibrate for the rest of your day.

Take a step back, refocus, and Reset with Lynlee.
Airing weekdays from 1pm to 4pm, the show brings clarity to the stories shaping Singapore and the world &mdash; from current affairs and global developments to business trends and industry shifts. Through insightful conversations and fresh perspectives, Lynlee explores what&rsquo;s driving the headlines and where things are heading next.
Featuring segments like Viewpoint, Industry Insight and Suite Talk, Reset goes beyond the noise to offer thoughtful analysis, real-world context and ideas that help you recalibrate for the rest of your day.