We’ve all been raised to believe that as long as we have a stable job, we’re safe. This mindset is especially true for seasoned professionals—after many years in the workforce, I have seen firsthand how job security has been considered a foundation of stability. But here’s the thing: job security is no longer what it…
I just returned from the SkillsFuture Festival at SMU and as usual, I walked away with many ideas. This annual event, dedicated to lifelong learning and skills development, offered a myriad of workshops, talks, and networking opportunities that left me thinking about my personal and professional journey. Here are some key takeaways from the event…
It has been 6 months since I embarked on my career break to take the opportunity to reassess my life, priorities, and how I value time. Initially, I hoped to recharge and explore new interests, but I also went through a period of immense personal growth and discovery. It was also very enjoyable to have…
Last week, I got on the train in the morning on a weekday to meet a friend for breakfast. Once I stepped into the train, I could remember vividly the morning rush hour when I hated when I was in full-time employment. Packed like sardines in the train, I would find myself listening to podcasts,…
In my earlier article, I wrote about how I view “bullshit” jobs and provided a view about whether it is worth working for the next 9 years just to save $354,471.39. As I continue my journey in exploring and experimenting to define what I want to do with my life, I’ve allocated a few hours…
Late last year, I made a bold decision to take a career break. At the age of 41, it was a time filled with mixed emotions—relief from the daily grind of unfulfilling work, but also a looming uncertainty about the future since I am taking my foot off the pedal on my original retirement plan…