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Young workers discussing about job-hopping

When "Job-hopping" no longer the “pay-raise ticket”

“Job hopping” once offered young professionals a quick path for better paychecks and better workplaces. A new gig could mean a 10% to 20% salary bump – sometimes even 50% for niche roles. But enter...

Flexible workforce solutions for businesses to tackle labor shortage

Flexible Workforce Solutions for Businesses: How to Tackle Labor Shortages

The labor market is facing significant challenges due to severe labor shortages in labor-intensive industries for 2024–2025. Many businesses are struggling to recruit qualified workers to meet thei...

Workers in the administrative sector having a deep understanding of legal procedures and processes at a public office

Career Transition for Redundant Workers After Workforce Restructuring

By 2025, Vietnam’s state restructuring under Resolution No 18-NQ/TW will affect an estimated 100,000 public sector employees. While some will retire, many must find new jobs. Despite challenges, ex...

Laborers look for better-paying jobs with enhanced benefits after 2025 Tet holiday

Post-Tet Hiring: Strategies to overcome Vietnam’s Labor Shortages

As the Tet holiday of 2025 concludes, businesses across Vietnam are grappling with significant labor supply challenges and a shortage of skilled workers. Despite a surge in hiring demand within man...

Middle-aged office worker in an interview with a young woman in an office setting

The Future Needs Your Past: Your Experience Isn't Obsolete — It's More Valuable Than Ever

Leveraging Past Experiences for Future SuccessHave you ever spent time scrolling through job listings late at night, wondering if your skills are becoming obsolete? We’ve all been there. With ever...

Asian office worker annoyed and stressed because of her work

The Daily Dread: What To Do When Your Career Is Controlled By Someone Else's Emotions

Breaking Free from Emotional Control at WorkThere's a moment we all know too well. You're standing at the threshold – maybe it's your office, maybe it's a conference room you’re about to enter for ...

Office worker meeting up with his boss in the office to ask for a raise

Show Me the Money! Master the Art of Asking for a Raise

Asking your boss for a raise can seem intimidating, but it's a normal and necessary step for career growth. It's a conversation that requires careful preparation, confidence, and effective communic...

“Important Organizational Announcement!”: The Unspoken Rules of Surviving Corporate Chaos

The email lands in your inbox at 9:03 AM - "Exciting Changes Ahead!" Let's be honest: in corporate speak, "exciting" usually means "brace yourself." Whether it's a merger announcement, a new strate...

7 work resolutions you will actually keep in 2025

New Year, Realistic You: Work Resolutions That Won't Make Your Eyes Roll (Too Much)

I remember spending last New Year's Day scrolling through my various social media accounts counting how many times I saw the phrase "This is my year." Somewhere between the hustle-culture manifest...

Female candidate prepares questions to ask the employer pre-interview

12 Questions Job Candidates Should Ask Recruiters

Recruiters and headhunters are often the ones who conduct the first round of interviews. This interview offers you an opportunity to learn about the company, perhaps get hard-to-find information t...