Searching For a Job During the COVID-19 Era
Probably the most common question I get today from jobseekers and employees looking for change in their careers is: "Are there any jobs available out there at the moment"?
My answer is: There could be, but it's a process.
In this video i explain more about what this process entails.
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What is the most important leadership trait you feel we need right now?
It's during periods of uncertainty, fear and challenges where true leadership is needed in all walks of life.
I believe the current period will separate people with real 'leadership character' and 'leadership skills', apart from the 'pretenders' who attained a position or title of leadership without really deserving it.
I posted a video where I share how I best describe leadership character and leadership skills.
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Could We Have 'Gollums' Working With Us?
With the current uncertainties in the world, layoffs and downsizing by employers in the region are becoming common. But one other long term consequence I'm concerned about is the likelihood of keeping the 'bad apples' on their jobs, at the cost of losing 'good talent'.
These are people of influence and power who would do anything to push people out, people our companies and economy needs most at these times. These are people who push back against any form of change as long as it does not serve their interests.
In this video I share what are the dangers of this, and how can we deal with the dangers of keeping the ‘Gollums’ of this world in our workplace.
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