Work It

CNA

Looking for a job or trying to nail it at your current one? Host Tiffany Ang and career counsellor Gerald Tan help navigate your important - and sometimes thorny - work life questions. The views and opinions shared during this podcast series are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. or its group of companies.

  • 6 minutes 44 seconds
    Should I quit a painful job when the market is bad?

    Feeling stuck in your current job but uncertain about what’s out there? How should you decide if you should stay put or start looking for something new? 

    Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg 

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    9 July 2025, 9:00 am
  • 29 minutes 29 seconds
    Is the graduate programme a fast track to career success?

    Graduate programmes like management associate or trainee programmes promise an accelerated career pathway. What are the expectations and is this route a better option if you don’t want to specialise? Samir Bedi from EY Asean People Consulting Leader gives his advice.

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    6 July 2025, 11:00 pm
  • 6 minutes 9 seconds
    Colleague at a new job giving the cold shoulder? Here's how to break the ice

    You just joined a company and there’s an uncooperative colleague who sees you as competition. What can you do to ease the tension?

    Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg

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    2 July 2025, 9:00 am
  • 26 minutes 47 seconds
    Will job hopping hurt or help your career?

    Job hopping has become common among the younger generation, but critics say too many short stints may leave a bad impression on recruiters. But if it's part of a clear career plan, it can boost your salary and widen your network. Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan discuss how to make each move count. 

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    29 June 2025, 11:00 pm
  • 17 minutes 47 seconds
    Can't stick to a schedule at work? You’re not lazy – you just see time differently

    Some people are natural clock-watchers while others prefer to go with the flow. But these two different working styles can affect workplace productivity, stress levels and team dynamics. CNA TODAY journalist Eunice Sng shares with Tiffany Ang what she has learnt about working as a “clock timer” and an “event timer”.

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    22 June 2025, 11:00 pm
  • 6 minutes 31 seconds
    After your company acquires another, how can you manage the changing team dynamics?

    Your company has acquired an international firm, and you’ve been assigned to train the incoming staff. How do you approach the situation with sensitivity?

    Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg

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    18 June 2025, 9:00 am
  • 27 minutes 18 seconds
    Forget retirement - your most meaningful work can start in your 50s

    For many professionals, retirement is far from their mind and they want seek work that is fulfilling. Lim Kai Ning, co-founder of The Courage Chapter, shares how they help seniors return to the workforce, and why age can be a big asset.

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    15 June 2025, 11:00 pm
  • 5 minutes 5 seconds
    What to do when you have run out of leave days to go for job interviews?

    You are interviewing for jobs but your entitled leave days are fast running out. What should you do? 

    Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg

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    11 June 2025, 9:00 am
  • 27 minutes
    Spot the red flags in job listings

    Unrealistic job postings, misleading jargon and inflated demands may deter qualified job seekers. Han Lee, director at executive search firm Lico Resources, offers tips on identifying genuine opportunities and how to apply confidently, without ticking every box.

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    8 June 2025, 11:00 pm
  • 5 minutes 40 seconds
    After a job mismatch in my previous role, how do I frame answers for my next interview?

    A previous position didn't end well because the company was not upfront with the role. What should you say about that experience in a job interview that won't hurt your chances? 

    Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg 

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    4 June 2025, 9:00 am
  • 26 minutes 46 seconds
    How to write a standout resume

    It is possible that your job application may be buried in a sea of others. So how do you catch the hiring manager's eye? Lim Zhirong, master professional at the Institute for Human Resource Professionals, walks through the dos and don'ts to get you to the top of the pile.

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    1 June 2025, 11:00 pm
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