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Conor O'Kane
I haven't used Brazen Careerist in a while.. Nice to see the Singapore group growing though, even if it's a bit quiet ;o)
Hello Singapore! Ramadan Mubarak and Happy Hungry Ghost Festival (not sure if there's a greeting/blessing for that one!)
92 weeks ago from Singapore
Conor O'Kane
Hi all, I'm moving to Singapore on Monday, can't wait! I will be job hunting there.. the market seems okay at the moment, or at least better than Ireland. I picked Singapore because I know people there, the business language is English and it's a great hub for getting to know South-East Asia (and Chinese and Indian culture a little too).
Are any of you in Singapore or what is your interest in, or connection with, Singapore? :o)
121 weeks ago from Singapore
Christopher How:
Hi Conor, I'm based in Singapore. Do feel free to contact me if you need any help. Cheers!
114 weeks ago
114 weeks ago
Christopher How:
Oh by the way, you can do a search on JobsDB.com and Monster.com to see what the positions available in Singapore. These are the two most popular ...MoreOh by the way, you can do a search on JobsDB.com and Monster.com to see what the positions available in Singapore. These are the two most popular job portals we use in Singapore.
114 weeks ago
114 weeks ago
Conor O'Kane
Long shot maybe, but anyone have a company hiring in Singapore? hehe :o)
Conor O'Kane
I just found out that the first ever Youth Olympic Games will be held in Singapore in August 2010! Should be an interesting event to see?
http://www.singapore2010.sg/public/sg2010/en.html
128 weeks ago from Singapore
Valentina Thörner da Cruz
Ok, interaction. Here we go: I am German working in a French company in Spain. The other day I talked with the Spanish sales person about how it is so important to invite our partners to build up personal relationships. He asked me if this also applied to German people, because they always seem so uninterested in the meetings. We found out: Spanish people first talk family and then talk business. Germans seem to go down to business right away. Anybody with similar or different experiences?
128 weeks ago from Europe
Conor O'Kane:
For a "German culture" anecdote (not to generalise!): an Irish friend complained years ago about meeting a German friend for coffee to discuss ...MoreFor a "German culture" anecdote (not to generalise!): an Irish friend complained years ago about meeting a German friend for coffee to discuss some business. The German brought along a typed agenda for their coffee meeting. The Irish person was shocked and felt this was too formal since they were "only" meeting for coffee (even though it was to discuss business).
128 weeks ago
128 weeks ago
Valentina Thörner da Cruz:
Guilty as charged. Though I do not consider the lists as agenda, but rather as a memo for myself so I don't forget anything crucial. And I tend to ...MoreGuilty as charged. Though I do not consider the lists as agenda, but rather as a memo for myself so I don't forget anything crucial. And I tend to do it in handwriting as not to intimidate the other person. For me personally it helps to clear up my head before meetings (even coffee meetings) by pulling things out of my head onto the notebook.
128 weeks ago
128 weeks ago
Conor O'Kane
One thought struck me recently.. I used to think that, as a professional and a person, I needed to learn to relate to people in their 40s and older as peers and colleagues who have different cultural and pop-cultural reference points and who are at a different stage in life.
Recently I realised that I need to start thinking about Gen Yers in the same way! Talking to someone who is 20/21 is like talking to someone from a different culture sometimes..
129 weeks ago from XY Cusp
Elisa Doucette:
I do notice differences talking to younger & older, but I'm not sure if that is generational or just life experience. I remember when I was 21 ...MoreI do notice differences talking to younger & older, but I'm not sure if that is generational or just life experience. I remember when I was 21 and thought 30 was SO far away. Now I'm 30 looking at the 21 year olds, who are thinking that of me. The 20's are so volatile it's difficult to tell what are generational markers and what are natural development markers
128 weeks ago
128 weeks ago
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Xers in their 30's and 40's I could tell had a cynical put down about the subjects I asked them. I asked Yers the same questions and I got a more ...MoreXers in their 30's and 40's I could tell had a cynical put down about the subjects I asked them. I asked Yers the same questions and I got a more response of more interests and enthusiasm.
127 weeks ago
127 weeks ago
Conor O'Kane
One thought struck me recently.. I used to think that, as a professional and a person, I needed to learn to relate to people in their 40s and older as peers and colleagues who have different cultural and pop-cultural reference points and who are at a different stage in life.
Recently I realised that I need to start thinking about Gen Yers in the same way! Talking to someone who is 20/21 is like talking to someone from a different culture sometimes..
129 weeks ago from XY Cusp
Elisa Doucette:
I do notice differences talking to younger & older, but I'm not sure if that is generational or just life experience. I remember when I was 21 ...MoreI do notice differences talking to younger & older, but I'm not sure if that is generational or just life experience. I remember when I was 21 and thought 30 was SO far away. Now I'm 30 looking at the 21 year olds, who are thinking that of me. The 20's are so volatile it's difficult to tell what are generational markers and what are natural development markers
128 weeks ago
128 weeks ago
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Xers in their 30's and 40's I could tell had a cynical put down about the subjects I asked them. I asked Yers the same questions and I got a more ...MoreXers in their 30's and 40's I could tell had a cynical put down about the subjects I asked them. I asked Yers the same questions and I got a more response of more interests and enthusiasm.
127 weeks ago
127 weeks ago
Conor O'Kane
No problem Claire, hopefully it becomes a useful forum for people to share tips about living and working in Singapore!
129 weeks ago from Singapore
Conor O'Kane
Good to see a Toastmasters group on here! :o) I'm only a couple years in Toastmasters but find it an enjoyable group to be a part of! :o)
Claire Veuthey
Dream destinations?
I'll start with a few of mine: Afghanistan, Kashmir, Sri Lanka. But I may have to wait for those to cool down before going..
Jung Fitzpatrick:
Not safe/accessible currently: Iraq, Afghanistan, and North Korea. More realistically, India!
129 weeks ago
129 weeks ago
Conor O'Kane:
Jung - You can do organised tours of North Korea. It's not the same as travelling freely around a place, but apparently it's quite an experience! ...MoreJung - You can do organised tours of North Korea. It's not the same as travelling freely around a place, but apparently it's quite an experience! Here's an example of a travel agent that organises such tours: http://www.newkoreatours.com/
India rocks, definitely recommend it! :o)
129 weeks ago
India rocks, definitely recommend it! :o)
129 weeks ago
Conor O'Kane
Here's a question.. Where do you hope to travel to in 2010? :o)
Jeannie Chan:
Vienna. Various cities in Italy. Though I'm not sure that either is going to happen in 2010. I've never actually been to Mexico besides TJ, and ...MoreVienna. Various cities in Italy. Though I'm not sure that either is going to happen in 2010. I've never actually been to Mexico besides TJ, and that's more of a realistic country for exploration in 2010. Also, penciled in for 2010 may be Australia.
129 weeks ago
129 weeks ago
Jeannie Chan
Just posted my resume on my profile here on Brazen. Let me know your thoughts! http://bit.ly/6HMqBR
129 weeks ago from Ask A Coach
Caroline Ceniza-Levine:
Recruiters look for tangible evidence, which you have sprinkled below but not at the top -- managed the $1.6MM budget, gained access to 200,000 ...MoreRecruiters look for tangible evidence, which you have sprinkled below but not at the top -- managed the $1.6MM budget, gained access to 200,000 new pet households, Exceeded individual annual sales goal by 22%. Most won't read far enough or close enough to see these where they are so I would skip the qualitative up top and highlight the numbers.
129 weeks ago
129 weeks ago
Jeannie Chan:
Thanks Ed. Always good to have a second pair of eyes.
Conor, I will consider the capitalization thing. As for graduation date... I've gotten ...MoreThanks Ed. Always good to have a second pair of eyes.
Conor, I will consider the capitalization thing. As for graduation date... I've gotten different POV on the subject. Omitting it is vague but avoids age discrimination.
Caroline: I was trying to adhere to some sort of timeline... But I hope in the very very near future, I would be able to put some impressive numbers for my current role... a few things brewing. But point well taken
129 weeks ago
Conor, I will consider the capitalization thing. As for graduation date... I've gotten ...MoreThanks Ed. Always good to have a second pair of eyes.
Conor, I will consider the capitalization thing. As for graduation date... I've gotten different POV on the subject. Omitting it is vague but avoids age discrimination.
Caroline: I was trying to adhere to some sort of timeline... But I hope in the very very near future, I would be able to put some impressive numbers for my current role... a few things brewing. But point well taken
129 weeks ago
Jeannie Chan
I like to travel, but don't like the idea of traveling alone... Any suggestions?
Jeannie Chan:
Michael: I completely agree. That's why I've only extended travel invitation to a very very very small and selective group rather than just any ...MoreMichael: I completely agree. That's why I've only extended travel invitation to a very very very small and selective group rather than just any old friend / acquaintance...
JESS: I prefer to travel with a friend. I believe that any experience is better if you can share it with someone. Also, I believe in the buddy system. If I take a buddy with me on a hike a few miles away from home, why wouldn't I take one for a trip thousands of miles away. I'm also clumpsy ;)
129 weeks ago
JESS: I prefer to travel with a friend. I believe that any experience is better if you can share it with someone. Also, I believe in the buddy system. If I take a buddy with me on a hike a few miles away from home, why wouldn't I take one for a trip thousands of miles away. I'm also clumpsy ;)
129 weeks ago
Michael Wessel:
Unfortunately some people haven't learned that lesson and figure it out the hard way. I've been lucky so far, mainly by traveling alone.
129 weeks ago
129 weeks ago
May
Hi Conor, I cross fingers that Singapore will work out very well for you!!!
Conor O'Kane:
Thanks May! I might start a blog on here of my experiences if I get around to it :o)
On a separate note; good idea to start this group! I hope ...MoreThanks May! I might start a blog on here of my experiences if I get around to it :o)
On a separate note; good idea to start this group! I hope to hear about other people's experiences too! :o)
130 weeks ago
On a separate note; good idea to start this group! I hope ...MoreThanks May! I might start a blog on here of my experiences if I get around to it :o)
On a separate note; good idea to start this group! I hope to hear about other people's experiences too! :o)
130 weeks ago
Conor O'Kane
Hi Anette, I'm hoping to move to Singapore in February actually! Part of the reason is precisely what you've mentioned, it really is a gateway to South East Asia in particular. If you want to learn a bit about Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Cambodia/Vietnam/Laos (as well as Burma which I guess is more interesting politically than as a business environment at the moment?) then it's a great spot.
I've heard the economy is not great there at the moment but I'm willing to give it a shot!
Conor O'Kane:
Hi May,
Not sure how to reply to your reply below, so replying here :o)
Yes, Singapore is already a hot spot for Financial Services - they are ...MoreHi May,
Not sure how to reply to your reply below, so replying here :o)
Yes, Singapore is already a hot spot for Financial Services - they are really positioning themselves as a centre for private banking and a location for banks to host their shared services centres for AsiaPac in particular.
I've heard it's entrepeneur friendly alright, at least in terms of minimal red tape. Fingers crossed I find some opportunities there! :o)
130 weeks ago
Not sure how to reply to your reply below, so replying here :o)
Yes, Singapore is already a hot spot for Financial Services - they are ...MoreHi May,
Not sure how to reply to your reply below, so replying here :o)
Yes, Singapore is already a hot spot for Financial Services - they are really positioning themselves as a centre for private banking and a location for banks to host their shared services centres for AsiaPac in particular.
I've heard it's entrepeneur friendly alright, at least in terms of minimal red tape. Fingers crossed I find some opportunities there! :o)
130 weeks ago
Anette Skau Fischer:
Hi Conor, sounds great. Good luck and have success in Singapore. And if possible to share your experiences with us via a blog - even better. Take ...MoreHi Conor, sounds great. Good luck and have success in Singapore. And if possible to share your experiences with us via a blog - even better. Take care.
130 weeks ago
130 weeks ago
Conor O'Kane
Good to be here! I'm from Ireland and currently living in Ireland (though hopefully that'll change soon! :o))
Angelo - I think Europeans are too focused on recession and not thinking about America much these days :o)
How are the cupsers doing? Any thoughts on X or Y?
How long until history decides if we're Xers or in fact Millennials?
132 weeks ago from XY Cusp
Conor O'Kane:
I agree about the benefits of being a cusper.. We're able to mediate between the two generations and more at ease with both than they might be ...MoreI agree about the benefits of being a cusper.. We're able to mediate between the two generations and more at ease with both than they might be with each other.
Having said all that, I'm a slight sceptic about labelling an entire generation as behaving/thinking a certain way.. I believe people fit better into more specific demographics than just by decade of birth. I know people in their mid-20s who just want to settle down in the one company and people in their mid-30s who will never settle!
129 weeks ago
Having said all that, I'm a slight sceptic about labelling an entire generation as behaving/thinking a certain way.. I believe people fit better into more specific demographics than just by decade of birth. I know people in their mid-20s who just want to settle down in the one company and people in their mid-30s who will never settle!
129 weeks ago
sq78:
we will be considered gen X. i think. but who knows. @Elisa its not so bad.. just bewildering to turn 30. at least it was for me.
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142 weeks ago from XY Cusp
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