Monthly Archives: June 2010

Baby Boomers, Gen-X, Gen-Y: What was the MOST Important requirement for your first job?

Posted on June 30, 2010 by Andrew C Abraham

I want to get to the bottom of what each generation prioritised in their first job. Although I have my own assumptions, there’s some variance in references, so I’d like to hear it directly from my audience.
It’s pretty safe to … Continue reading →

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Understanding Gen-Y: What’s all the Fuss About?

Posted on June 28, 2010 by Andrew C Abraham

Is it just me, or is there more attention paid to generational issues in the workplace in recent times? Why is the generational gap attributed to more of the misunderstandings that take place between older and younger workers? Each conflict … Continue reading →

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Deciding Your Professional Career: Not a Matter of Life or Death

Posted on June 24, 2010 by Andrew C Abraham

I’m very excited about this guest post from an associate who I’ve been collaborating with, Fernando Tarnogol.”
You are 17 and already thinking about what to do in college and where. Clap! Clap! You belong to a statistical minority. … Continue reading →

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Jameson Stand Out With Creative Graduate Recruitment Campaign

Posted on June 22, 2010 by Andrew C Abraham

Students are always encouraged to differentiate themselves and “stand out from the crowd”, but how often do employers do that? It’s usually the same mundane application process – fill out application form; attach CV and cover letter; psychometric testing; interview…and … Continue reading →

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8 Rules for Working-Out and Working

Posted on June 21, 2010 by Andrew C Abraham

Everybody that knows me well, knows that I’m fanatical about fitness and a true gym junkie. Working out is my heroin, and I don’t ever want to go to rehab! I’ve been working out for as long as I’ve been … Continue reading →

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8 Habits Job-seekers Can Learn from Great Salespeople

Posted on June 17, 2010 by Andrew C Abraham

I was always very ambivalent as to the advantages of entering into a sales position upon graduation, but I soon realised how these skills are applicable to all aspects of my life. I remember shortly after being promoted to sales … Continue reading →

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Difference Between Knowledge and Wisdom

Posted on June 15, 2010 by Andrew C Abraham

The sermon at church yesterday really resonated with me as the pastor spoke of the difference between knowledge and wisdom. Of course his preaching was predicated on the scriptures, but it got me thinking as to how these concepts can … Continue reading →

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6 Ways to Easily Start Building Your Brand in College

Posted on June 10, 2010 by Andrew C Abraham

On Gradkin’s Blog we share a lot of ideas about Personal Branding and Careers, but today we have some advice from a college student himself, Kevin Kaiser.”
When do you start building your brand? Is there a specific time where you … Continue reading →

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Grad Job-Seeker’s Corner #2: New Grads & Phone Interview Tips

Posted on June 9, 2010 by Andrew C Abraham

Two questions for GJC this week:
Dear Mr. Andrew,
I’m currently engaged in a graduate programme at a government agency where I previously did an internship. I really enjoy the work, but I’ve been posted to two separate departments. This means I … Continue reading →

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ASEANpreneurs Day 2010; Can ASEAN be the next Silicon Valley?

Posted on June 7, 2010 by Andrew C Abraham

The above was the topic of discussion held at the 2nd annual ASEANpreneurs conference at NUS on May 26. The panel discussion which was moderated by myself contributed insights from Dr Lai, CEO of Buzzcity, Dennis Goh of Hungrygowhere and … Continue reading →

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