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  • Feeling Invisible at Work: Why Some Professionals Don’t Get Noticed

    Feeling Invisible at Work: Why Some Professionals Don’t Get Noticed

    Published: June 24, 2025

    Have you ever delivered great results, yet your efforts felt like a whisper in a crowded room? That humbling, unsettling moment is what feeling invisible at work is really like – when your dedication doesn’t translate into recognition or respect. For high performers who consistently hit targets, being overlooked chips away at confidence, energy, and […]

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  • From Doer to Decider: Moving from Individual Contributor to Leader

    From Doer to Decider: Moving from Individual Contributor to Leader

    Published: June 23, 2025

    No one tells you how strange it can feel. You’ve just been promoted. On paper, it’s a big win… And you should feel proud. But in practice, there’s something else simmering beneath the excitement: uncertainty. Maybe even a little fear. After all, you’ve spent years honing your craft, becoming the go-to person who gets things […]

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  • Career Misalignment: The Hidden Cost of Staying in the Wrong Career

    Career Misalignment: The Hidden Cost of Staying in the Wrong Career

    Published: June 19, 2025

    Do you ever feel like you’re in the wrong job, but can’t quite explain why? Career misalignment is when your job no longer fits who you are – your values, strengths, or purpose. It’s surprisingly common, especially in high‑pressure environments like Singapore’s demanding work culture. Many stay stuck, brushing off early signs: the Sunday dread, […]

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  • The Work Performance Plateau: When You’re Doing Fine but Going Nowhere

    The Work Performance Plateau: When You’re Doing Fine but Going Nowhere

    Published: June 6, 2025

    You’re delivering and you’re dependable. So why does it feel like nothing’s changing? You get things done. People trust you. You’re the one who holds things together when things get messy. And yet, there’s this lingering restlessness, like you’re running in place. It’s not burnout – you’re not on the verge of collapse. And it’s […]

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  • The Strategic Art of Saying No at Work (and What It Does for Your Career)

    The Strategic Art of Saying No at Work (and What It Does for Your Career)

    Published: June 5, 2025

    When was the last time you were saying no at work and didn’t feel guilty about it? For many professionals, especially those eyeing leadership roles or climbing the ladder quickly, saying yes feels like the only acceptable answer. Yes to the extra project. Yes to the weekend meeting. Yes to helping out, even if it […]

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  • Why High Achievers Struggle to Ask for Help, And How Coaching Helps

    Why High Achievers Struggle to Ask for Help, And How Coaching Helps

    Published: June 3, 2025

    High achievers are often the last ones to ask for help. Not because you don’t need it, but because you’re used to figuring things out on your own. If you’re someone who’s built a career on being sharp and self-sufficient, the idea of seeking support might feel uncomfortable, even unnecessary. This doesn’t mean that you’re […]

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  • Feeling Lost After a Career Change? You Might Be Grieving Your Old Career

    Published: June 2, 2025

    You’ve made the leap. You’ve closed the chapter. So why does it still ache? A career change is often framed as a fresh start. A bold move toward something better. But what’s less talked about is the quiet ache that can follow. The sense of disorientation. The unexpected sadness. The feeling that something meaningful has […]

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  • The Truth About the Non Linear Career Path (And How to Embrace Yours)

    Published: May 29, 2025

    Ever looked at your CV and wondered if it makes sense to anyone but you? If you’ve zigzagged across industries, taken career breaks, or followed your passions into unexpected places, you may feel messy but it is actually more common than you think. Many professionals today are quietly living what’s known as a non linear […]

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  • Decision Fatigue: The Hidden Block in Career Transitions

    Published: May 28, 2025

    You’re reworking your CV for the third time this month, saving the 39th job ad on LinkedIn, and mentally rehearsing a message to be sent to that LinkedIn contact – yet the needle hasn’t moved. You’re still in the same job, asking yourself the same questions, and stuck in the same loop of “maybe tomorrow.” […]

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  • How to Know if You’re in a Career ‘Golden Handcuffs’ Trap

    Published: May 9, 2025

    Stuck in a high paying job you hate? You’ve achieved what many aspire to in the workplace: a prestigious title, and benefits that make life comfortable. Yet, underneath it all, there’s a nagging feeling – disconnection, restlessness, or even dread. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a job that looks great on paper but drains […]

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