Work Feed: Salary, commute time, colleagues – How do we choose a job?

A long commute to work might be a dealbreaker for some who are job hunting. For others, it’s worth it for a higher salary and good colleagues. In this week’s Work Feed, Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan dig into Reddit threads and personal reflections to unpack what Singaporeans truly value in a job. 

How can you job hunt discreetly without risking your role?

A colleague took childcare leave to attend a job interview but ended up resigning after the office found out. How can you look for new job opportunities discreetly? Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg 

44% of us are unhappy at work – is burnout the real reason?

Nearly half of workers report feeling unhappy in their jobs, despite most believing workplace happiness is possible, according to Jobstreet. Gerald Tan and Nat Fetalvero speak with organisational development consultant Jasmine Liew to unpack what meaningful work means and how leaders and employees …

Are you on the verge of a workplace meltdown?

Holding back a terse reply to an unreasonable boss might feel like you're being professional, but what happens when unchecked emotions boil over? CNA TODAY journalist Nicole Lam shares with Nat Fetalvero how to avoid unhealthy coping habits and why processing emotions in real time is key to survivi…

‘I cried at work’: Ask Work It tackles toxic office dynamics

From micromanaging colleagues to challenging company cultures, toxic workplaces are more common than you think. Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan unpack your stories with practical advice on what to do when your job becomes emotionally draining.  Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor?…

Did going for a chat with another employer put your job at risk?

You were scouted for an informal chat for a potential job, but things didn’t move on to the next stage. Suddenly, you noticed that your boss’ behaviour towards you shifts and he’s cold. Is it all connected, or just coincidence? How should you handle this awkward situation? Have a work-related quest…

Is investing in a postgraduate degree worth it?

For those keen on career growth, getting a postgraduate degree is often seen as the next logical step. But will the investment pay off, or is it just an expensive venture? Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan speak with Bernie Chng, associate director at Randstad Singapore, to unpack the true value of doin…

Regain confidence after making a mistake at work

You made a mistake at work which set your team back and may have affected your manager’s trust in you. How do you bounce back from that?  Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg 

Do you need to be a manager to move forward in your career?

Management isn’t always everyone’s endgame. In a society that often equates success with taking up a management position, is there another way to progress in your career? Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan sit down with GEA’s HR vice president Ilja Rijnen to unpack whether leading teams will really add v…

Deciding between a public service or private sector career

Higher pay and faster promotions, or steady bonuses and ironclad job security? In this week’s Work Feed, Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan trawl stories on social media to unpack the pros, cons and trade-offs between a career in public service and private sector jobs.