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The New Employee Value Proposition: What Matters Most to Today's Workers
The traditional notions of job security and financial compensation, while still undoubtedly relevant, are now part of a more nuanced and multifaceted employee value proposition.
Youth in Focus: Which are the Most Desirable Careers of the Modern Era?
This article takes a look at the top choices and factors that make some careers so appealing for the youth in Southeast Asia, zoning in on the responses to our question of what the hottest two career options are for young people today.
Money Matters: Chasing Financial Freedom in Southeast Asia
Our recent survey of over 9,000 respondents across six key ASEAN economies — Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia — reveals interesting insights into how Southeast Asians perceive and pursue their financial aspirations.
Navigating the New Career Landscape: Changing Perceptions of Career Progression
As Southeast Asian workers witness the changing dynamics of the job market, they increasingly recognize the value of flexibility and adaptability. We delve into this and a lot more.
"So, Are You Still Going to be a Doctor or Lawyer?’: Perceptions of Career Attractiveness Across Southeast Asia
Perceptions towards certain professions have changed over time, influenced by factors such as individual preferences, generational differences, and emerging industries. We weigh in on this shift.
With Great Tech Comes Great Sustainability (Challenges)
The use of AI has a significant impact on the environment, particularly in terms of energy consumption and carbon emissions. We elaborate on this topic.
Food for Thought: Just Intention Won’t Save the Planet
With so many competing factors involved in living a sustainable lifestyle, it appears food wastage has become one of the most overlooked issues in Southeast Asia.
The Big AI Takeover: What Jobs Are Most at Risk of Being Automated?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) will have a lasting impact on the way we work, and how we choose to respond will make all the difference.
Sustainable Travel: It’s about the destination, not the journey!
With economic challenges and deceptive green marketing practices raising skepticism about sustainable tourism in Southeast Asia, restoring trust in eco-tourism within the region necessitates a restoration of confidence.
What a Waste! The Hard Truths About Consumers and Sustainability
The world is grappling with the ever-present effects of climate change, and there has been an ongoing effort across the world to encourage households to go green, recycle, and be sustainable consumers in general. But are these efforts bearing fruit?
AI Going Rogue: Is Greater Regulation the Answer?
While AI is expected to have a high degree of predictability, the truth is that in some situations, it does not. We shed light on this.
GPT-4 Is Here: What Now? What Next?
In November 2022, OpenAI unveiled ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot that has been used by many writers, programmers, lawyers, and scientists among other curious people. We predict what may come next.