“Application for the job vacancy must be submitted together with a passport sized photo…” This is a common phrase that usually comes together with many of the job advertisements. If my observation is correct, more than 85% of the job adverts in the major newspapers in the country requested the candidate to accompany their resume together with a photo. This is where they get it all wrong. Here are two reasons why you don’t need photo in your resume: 1. It’s not how you look, but it is how you... Read Full Story

You might think that all great motivational managers know the secrets to improving an employee’s performance. But what these great managers know is no secret at all: everything you ever needed to know about enhancing the productivity of your staff is actually contained in a few simple techniques that are guaranteed to increase the efficiency of your department/service/business. These five things are not profit margin, gains, losses, tax deductions, or assets - but instead are the human... Read Full Story

Here are 10 useful websites that can be source of information to Malaysia entrepreneurs, and the wannabe. The list is not exhaustive; there are many other resourceful ones out there you can find. Click the titles to be directed to the websites. 1. SME Info SME Info consolidates the latest info, news and updates about the Small & Medium Enterprise (SME) and the industry development. It provides insight on various aspect of SME development which include advisory services, financing, training... Read Full Story

Dell Cyberjaya is a 200,000 square center, established in 2007, that provides 24/7 IT support & maintenance, as well as engineering development work. Currently, the center is manned by a few hundred employees and the company plans to accommodate up to 1000 staff within a space of 5 years, in line with its objective catching up with the world’s No. 1 computer producer now, Hewlett Packard. Dell is holding a round of walk-in interview in its Cyberjaya office this coming 16 and 17 May 2008, for... Read Full Story

Have you ever felt that your job is not going anywhere? Do you really need to know if your job is NOT going to take you anywhere. Well beware of the signs….i know coz I’ve worked a couple of jobs and usually, the signs are the same. Here are some tips for you to identify if your job is indeed a DEAD END! 1) You are in the same position for more than 3 years. The normal trend for upgrade or promotion is every 2 to 3 years once. So if you are stuck in this position for some time now then you... Read Full Story

Mydin is a well established and the largest wholesale, retailer, hypermarket, mini market in Malaysia with more than 35 outlets throughout the nation currently. In line with the company’s expansion plan, dedicated and dynamic individuals are invited to fill up the following position. Vacancy: Trainers (HQ, USJ) The Trainer must have a recognized Degree or Diploma in Human Resource, Management or related field with hands-on experience & exposure in coordinating and conducting training in... Read Full Story

Westports is one of the established word-class ports, known for its remarkable growth in the recent years as well as recognized as one of the top 5 ports in the world in terms of productivity. The company pays its tribute to its young and talented workforce, with unwavering commitment to provide best-in-class service. Vacancy: Marine Pilots The candidates for the Marine Pilots position must be a Malaysian citizen with minimum academic qualification of Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM). The... Read Full Story

Mutiara.com is an established company in system integration and software development, and is co-owned by Telekom Malaysia (TM) Berhad and JKP Sdn Bhd. The company has been appointed to drive and spearhead the Precision Agriculture project in Northern Corridor Economic Region (NCER) as a technology recipient for Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS). The organization is presently expanding the software development team and is looking to fill up the following position: Vacancy: Software... Read Full Story

AXA Affin Life Insurance was incorporated in February 2006, as a joint venture between AXA Asia Pacific Holdings and AFFIN Holdings Berhad. AXA Affin has business presence in North America, Europe, Africa and Asia Pacific, employing more than 110,000 employees worldwide. The company offers expert advice to the customers through rendering the highest level of professional standard. Vacancy: Management Associate (Based in Kuala Lumpur, Petaling Jaya, Johor Bahru, Penang, Sibu & Kuching... Read Full Story

There are many wrong ways to advertise job opening and vacancy, and the example below is one of them. This is one of the recent job adverts posted by a company in one of the very popular online recruitment websites in Malaysia. You can probably guess which one but that is not the main point of discussion. This is not an attempt to criticize, defame or make fun of other people’s blunder but rather pinpointing how some mistakes can prove to be degrading to both results and reputation of the... Read Full Story