CNA TODAY journalist Nicole Lam and career experts discuss strategies for dealing with toxic work environments, emotional challenges at work, and career growth dilemmas, including handling difficult bosses, career setbacks, and the value of postgraduate degrees.
Holding back a terse reply to an unreasonable boss might feel, but what happens when unchecked emotions boil over? CNA TODAY journalist Nicole Lam shares with Nat Fetalvero how to avoid unhealthy coping habits and why processing emotions in real time is key to surviving high-pressure work environments.
From micromanaging colleagues to challenging company cultures, toxic workplaces are more common than you think. Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan unpack your stories with practical advice on what to do when your job becomes emotionally draining. Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts mediacorp.com.sg You were scouted for an informal chat for a potential job, but things didn’t move on to the next stage. Suddenly, you noticed that your boss’ behaviour towards you shifts and he’s cold. Is it all connected, or just coincidence? How should you handle this awkward situation?Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts mediacorp.com.sg For those keen on career growth, getting a postgraduate degree is often seen as the next logical step. But will the investment pay off, or is it just an expensive venture? Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan speak with Bernie Chng, associate director at Randstad Singapore, to unpack the true value of doing a Master’s programme and alternatives if you’re not willing to take the plunge.You made a mistake at work which set your team back and may have affected your manager’s trust in you. How do you bounce back from that? Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts mediacorp.com.sg We know it's a hassle to switch browsers but we want your experience with CNA to be fast, secure and the best it can possibly be.
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