“Make mistakes, lots of them, and learn from them. Since you are new, you have the privilege of not having to be perfect as the stakes are lower. Even if it feels awful at first, your failures and mistakes will teach you a lot and you’ll only improve from there.
Find a mentor. Having a good relationship with someone who is more experienced can help you assimilate into the company faster; you can always look for them to guide you. However, remember to always respectfully ask for help and write down the advice you get when you do so that you don’t keep going back with the same questions.
It also helps to be open-minded. Focus on being helpful, dedicated and eager. If you are willing to help others, others will help you too when you are in a tight spot. Finally, do not think that learning stops just because you have found a job. Continue to upskill yourself and network often. You never know when it can open doors to other opportunities!”
- Ashley Ng, Great Eastern Singapore, Customer Service Associate
“Proactive learning doesn’t stop when your education ends. As the lines between careers blur, you’ll notice that almost every skill is transferable – no matter the industry. Take courses to understand the emerging trends in other industries and adapt accordingly.”
- Joshua Kovilpillai, OCBC Bank Singapore, Executive
“Be more flexible with your job searches. If you’re dead set on a certain job that you’re seeking, you may find yourself getting dejected with possible rejections and jaded with the constant job searches. Instead, find one that meets most of your requirements and treat it as a steppingstone.”
– Sheree Ng, Impossible Marketing, Content Strategist
“Absorb what you can from your various job stints. It is okay to not know the most appropriate designation for yourself as you are still figuring out your most optimal career path. Remember that it’s a process.”
– Rohan Shaik Aziz, Freelance Content Writer
