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The working world fears the term “micromanager”; no one wants to work for one, be one, and everyone has a story about one. So how do you identify and avoid micromanaging - and how has the new wave of working from home affected managers? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2 million borrowers have begun their repayment to banks as the loan moratorium ended on September 30th. We discuss how banks in the country are working to help these borrowers in their repayments in these challenging times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everyone is affected by the pandemic in one way or another. Everyone knows someone who’s been retrenched, laid off, or lost their position. We’ve all been impacted both directly from the virus, as well as indirectly through the economic fallout. Even once COVID-19 is neutralized as a threat, the likelihood of a recession — and scarce employment prospects — remain high. And...

Throughout the last few months, many market intelligence units have been looking into the effects that the pandemic is having on our consumer behaviour. We take a look at some of the findings of one of those companies, Mintel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many airports around the world are adapting to the new normal by rolling out a quick mandatory covid test screening before a flight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hustle. Grind. No days off. These words all describe a way of life that permeates current work culture. But the idea that being constantly busy equals productivity is wrong. In fact, busy culture directly reduces productivity and has negative effects on one’s personal and professional wellbeing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Known for selling adorable Pokémon soft toys in Petaling Jaya, Uncle David has recently passed away at the age of 68. We bid farewell to Uncle Pokemon by celebrating his entrepreneurship spirit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hustle. Grind. No days off. These words all describe a way of life that permeates current work culture. But the idea that being constantly busy equals productivity is wrong. In fact, busy culture directly reduces productivity and has negative effects on one’s personal and professional wellbeing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adrenaline got you through the first six months of the pandemic, compassion will get you through the next six months. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The pandemic has irrevocably affected everyone worldwide, but women - especially working mothers - are being hit particularly hard. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve all heard about how working mothers have had to bear the brunt of the childcare responsibilities during the recent lockdowns, due to shuttered daycare centers and Zoom classrooms, and we’ve also heard how Black women in the US have been stricken with the added toll the pandemic has taken on their communities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Being a member of a corporate board is no easy task. In most cases, high-flying, overachieving executives are asked to occupy a seat, instead of the other way around. But what if someone feels like they’re ready to take on such a role? As FastCompany points out , there is in fact a guide on how to get noticed for this prestigious position. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Being a member of a corporate board is no easy task. In most cases, high-flying, overachieving executives are asked to occupy a seat, instead of the other way around. But what if someone feels like they’re ready to take on such a role? As FastCompany points out, there is in fact a guide on how to get noticed for this prestigious position. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Food is a unifying force, especially when it comes to the office. Pantry staples, communal treats, and team lunches are all part of boosting employee morale and enforcing a positive work culture. But how has COVID-19 affected how we eat in the office? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DBKL has implemented a new payment system across the city, effective immediately, that will use four cashless payment apps and e-wallets to manage its transactions. The old payment system has been deactivated, and users will no longer be able to use coins or Touch & Go to make parking payments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This year has brought about so many changes that many of us are left wishing that we could either fast forward to 2021 or rewind back to the good old days of pre-COVID.   And some smart marketers have tapped into our emotions and created a campaign that is clucking great!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This year has brought about so many changes that many of us are left wishing that we could either fast forward to 2021 or rewind back to the good old days of pre-COVID.   And some smart marketers have tapped into our emotions and created a campaign that is clucking great!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2020 presidential debate presented many lessons in both successful and unsuccessful methods of communication. We explore some of the key communication takeaways from the debate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are the ethical practices when it comes to building artificial intelligence? A new VR game wants to explore that by allowing us to play engineers to an evolving AI “population”. The game wants to explore what it means to be responsible for the development of thinking machines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many business leaders are busy go-getters with a crowded calendar and no time to sweat the small stuff, which normally leads to hiring an assistant or secretary. But in the age of the COVID-19 pandemic, perhaps consider hiring someone who can get all your admin done from the comfort of their own home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many business leaders are busy go-getters with a crowded calendar and no time to sweat the small stuff, which normally leads to hiring an assistant or secretary. But in the age of the COVID-19 pandemic, perhaps consider hiring someone who can get all your admin done from the comfort of their own home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The moratorium announced by Bank Negara has helped many of us tide through the last few months.   But now that it has come to an end - what should you do next?   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the biggest concerns about going back to the office is the communal equipment of the break room, whether it’s the microwave, water cooler, or coffee machine. In America, companies are trying to COVID-proof the break room by experimenting with touch-free technology. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the biggest concerns about going back to the office is the communal equipment of the break room, whether it’s the microwave, water cooler, or coffee machine. In America, companies are trying to COVID-proof the break room by experimenting with touch-free technology. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We may be in uncertain times, but that won’t keep Malaysians from shopping at the mall every so often. But while KL’s shopping malls remain active and vibrant in spite of the pandemic, the reason consumers visit these outlets have changed over time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.