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I'm excited today to run the first of two NEW workshops- Job Seeking Tips for Hong Kongers in The UK (this evening) and How to Spot Hidden Talent in Candidates from Hong Kong. (Coming in October.) (This workshop will be attended by UK employers.) Thanks to Zephyr Li and colleagues from the Wales Strategic Migration Partnership for commissioning this pair of workshops. Both workshops are to help get Hong Kongers into work. There are plenty of Hong Kongers arriving in The UK right now. They have no recourse to public funds which means they need to find a job QUICKLY. But how can they navigate our job market? There are so many cultural differences which get in their way. These cultural differences are what we will focus on in today's workshop. For example, how can you answer small talk questions in interviews? People who have been educated and worked in Hong Kong tend to have a very high #English level. A lack of English is not the reason why many of them are confused by a simple question such as 'Did you find us OK?' It's a cultural difference. If you are a Hong Konger living in The UK, I would love to read your comment. Have you had a job interview yet? Did they ask you this question? Were there any other strange questions you found surprising? If you work for a Strategic Migration Partnership, get in touch to book this workshop for your region. Wales is the first region to book this training by English Unlocked, but it is available for all the regions. #employabilityskills #culturalawareness

Let me tell you a real-life story of two clients, and you tell me …👇 Which one are you? Meet two clients just like you, determined to improve their English communication, confidence, and clarity to secure their dream jobs in cities like New York, Singapore, or Hong Kong. ✅ Both working 90-hour weeks and balancing demanding work schedules. ✅ Both recognize English confidence and clarity's crucial role in advancing their careers. 🙄 One hesitates, postponing efforts to improve their English confidence and clarity. He will start preparing "next week" or "next month." 🦾 Meanwhile, the other, though worried about balancing work and study, takes a risk and starts working with me immediately. ⏩Fast forward one month: They both receive unexpected job interview invitations for roles in New York. Now, who do you think is ready for the interviews? And who do you think got the job in New York with a 150% pay raise? 🙄Client A: Waits to prioritize English improvement, delaying action for an uncertain future. 🦾 Client B: Takes proactive steps, overcoming doubts and committing to immediate improvement, resulting in tangible career advancements. WHICH ONE ARE YOU? 📣Have you faced similar dilemmas in balancing career demands with personal development goals? What actions did you take? 💎 Send me a DM or comment below with the word "NOW!" and I will give you some simple solutions to complicated problems that you can use immediately 💎. ---------------------------------------------------------------- 🔗Connect and ring the 🔔 | Robert Durant #BullMarketCommunication #StockMarket #EnglishCoach #InvestmentBanking #PrivateEquity

【Is Job Interview Similar to a Blind Date? 】 https://bit.ly/3TXBGzg Earlier, I had an #interview with a potential candidate who placed great importance on the meeting. Afterward, he reached out to me on WhatsApp, asking for my impression of him after our first encounter. It not only showed his #sincerity but also gave me a sense of a "blind date" ! Choosing the right #career path involves finding the right #industry, #company, work #environment, and #boss. It is similar to finding a #lifelong #partner because it is a significant #milestone that can shape your life. Finding the #perfect #match allows you to flourish and achieve new heights! If you are also interested in experiencing a "blind date" and exploring #opportunities in the #WealthManagement industry, consider joining the team at AIA Hong Kong and Macau, which boasts the highest number of #MDRT members in #HongKong. Be a part of #UTOPIA. Click the link now to get in touch with us! #CareerDevelopment #insurance #FinancialPlanning #AIA #AIAHK #WaveChow #TopTeam #SDD #MDRT #COT #TOT #IDA

Let me tell you a real-life story of two clients, and you tell me …👇 Which one are you? Meet two clients just like you, determined to improve their English communication, confidence, and clarity to secure their dream jobs in cities like New York, Singapore, or Hong Kong. ✅ Both working 90-hour weeks and balancing demanding work schedules. ✅ Both recognize English confidence and clarity's crucial role in advancing their careers. 🙄 One hesitates, postponing efforts to improve their English confidence and clarity. He will start preparing "next week" or "next month." 🦾 Meanwhile, the other, though worried about balancing work and study, takes a risk and starts working with me immediately. ⏩Fast forward one month: They both receive unexpected job interview invitations for roles in New York. Now, who do you think is ready for the interviews? And who do you think got the job in New York with a 150% pay raise? 🙄Client A: Waits to prioritize English improvement, delaying action for an uncertain future. 🦾 Client B: Takes proactive steps, overcoming doubts and committing to immediate improvement, resulting in tangible career advancements. WHICH ONE ARE YOU? 📣Have you faced similar dilemmas in balancing career demands with personal development goals? What actions did you take? 💎 Send me a DM or comment below with the word "NOW!" and I will give you some simple solutions to complicated problems that you can use immediately 💎. ---------------------------------------------------------------- 🔗Connect and ring the 🔔 | Robert Durant #BullMarketCommunication #StockMarket #EnglishCoach #InvestmentBanking #PrivateEquity

I was waiting for the bus and saw this Citybus Recruitment ad to encourage the Islamic community to become a bus captain. In fact, KMB did a recruitment drive at a Mosque last year too, hoping to increase the diversity of their staff. The only skills that you need is Cantonese! It seems a no brainer for companies to increase their talent pool and roll out L&D plans to up skill talents, unfortunately this is not the case for HK and Taiwan where companies still looks for education and past experience as the basic criteria. The past does not define who someone is, if you cannot hire, it may be more to do with the company itself than the actual talent pool. In a low unemployment rate environment, what are you doing to entice talents to work for you?

Prolonged inflation, fears of a recession, mass layoffs and more all made for a rocky labor market in 2023 in the world and it also affected the Vietnamese labor market. But it may stabilize further in 2024 as many businesses have new orders, expand business, key projects start to come into operation. Since then, recruitment demand has gradually improved again. How is the job market in Vietnam in 2024: what are the changes, the expectations from employers and employees, and how will technology be involved in the job market? Key talking points: ✔️ Key industries/sectors demand talent ✔️ The challenge for employers in 2024 ✔️ Technology and automation in hiring ✔️ The rise of AI-driven recruitment tools, etc… Details of the webinar: 📅 Date: Thursday, 21 March 2024 (10:00 am – 11:30 am) 🕗 Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am 🔗 Platform: Zoom 📧 For more information, kindly contact Ms. Mai Anh via email: maianh.luong@eurochamvn.org 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gyB9PeCa

Is anyone experiencing the same frustration? The arduous task of securing meaningful employment in the bustling metropolis of Hong Kong can often feel like a Sisyphean endeavor, fraught with a sense of dejection and despair. For those who do not possess the linguistic prowess of Cantonese or Mandarin, the job market can seem like an impenetrable fortress, guarded by the unforgiving demands of employers who prioritize fluency in these local tongues above all else. The frustration is palpable, as one navigates the labyrinth of job postings, each one seemingly erected as a barrier to those who have not mastered the nuances of these complex languages. The realization that one's skills, qualifications, and experience may be rendered inconsequential in the face of this linguistic prerequisite can be a heavy burden to bear, sapping the motivation and enthusiasm that should rightfully fuel the pursuit of professional advancement. This dispiriting reality can cast a long shadow over the educational and self-improvement aspirations of those who find themselves on the outside, looking in. The nagging doubt that any investment in further study or training may ultimately prove to be a futile exercise only serves to compound the sense of hopelessness, as the path to a fulfilling career appears to be barricaded by an insurmountable linguistic barrier. The struggle to find a foothold in Hong Kong's job market, when one's native tongue is not among the privileged few, is a testament to the complex challenges faced by a diverse and multilingual society. It is a call to action for local employers to foster a more inclusive and equitable environment, where the true measure of an individual's worth is not solely determined by the languages they command, but by the depth of their knowledge, the breadth of their skills, and the passion they bring to their work.

Still considering on the fence about attending the FAST OFFER International interview event in Tokyo?🤔🇯🇵 Let’s hear the impressive experience from Jaida san, who joined our February interview program 🤩🇪🇬 Yes, it sounds good right 😍 For candidates selected in the event: 👉Flight tickets, accommodation, transportation are all FREE💯 👉A 6-day stay in Tokyo for interviews 👉Job offers received in as fast as 2 days 👉Opportunity to visit and observe the company's workplace based on the results! How to Apply? 💡For first-timers: - Register for the program (Link in bio) - Complete all necessary details - Click Apply Now and you're all set! 💡Already have an account on FAST OFFER? - Update your profile with the latest details - Click Apply Now and you're good to go! For more details, visit our website (Link in bio!) 🌸 If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at support@asiatojapan.com 📧 #workinjapan #fastofferinternational #engineering #japan #it #itjobs #careergoals #languagelearning #dreamjob #itcareers #interviewsuccess #learnjapanese #careerachievement #japanadventures #jobopportunity #techindustry #japaneselanguage #jlpt #successstory #recruiting #にほんご #日本語勉強 #日本語 #にほんごべんきょう #interview

【KOS x Gary Lo Workshop】 🌟 Gary Lo and KOS co-hosted a thought-provoking workshop on the theme of "Finding your Passion and Meaning at Work." Participants delved into the following key topics: 1️⃣ Passion in Daily Life: Through self-exploration, participants discovered and understood their true passions and interests in their daily lives. 2️⃣ Goals from Activities: By diving deep into reflection, participants began setting their goals and achievements they expect to attain from these passionate activities. 3️⃣ Applying Passion to Career: During the workshop, Gary Lo shared insights and methods on how to integrate those goals into one's career. This workshop provided each participant with a valuable learning opportunity, aiming to inspire him/her to find the most suitable career path. Mr. Eric Ng, Chief Strategy Officer of KOS presented our Professional HR Solutions to the attendees and shared insights into current market trends. Stay tuned to our social media for more updates! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. Join our KOS Family! Send your CV to joinus@kos-intl.com #KOS #kosinternational #hk #hongkong #Recruitment #recruiting #recruitmentagency #recruiter #headhunting #bestrecruiter #bestworkplace #bestemployer #GaryLo #Passion #Matchyourjob #knowmoreaboutyourself 

Hey there, I totally get how seeing Mandarin language requirements in job listings can be a bit discouraging. But I want to remind you not to let language barriers hold you back from going for these opportunities. It's important to remember that language is just one part of the job requirements, and it shouldn't overshadow your qualifications and skills. Believe in yourself, have the confidence to apply, and during the interview, make sure to highlight that while Mandarin may not be your strong suit, you have experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and have successfully communicated in English, which is widely used and understood. Your ability to adapt, learn, and work effectively in multicultural settings is what truly matters. Employers value candidates who are open-minded and can thrive in diverse environments. So, don't hesitate to showcase your strengths and demonstrate how you can make a positive impact, regardless of language preferences. Remember, English is a universal language that can bridge communication gaps and help you connect with others. Your proficiency in English is a valuable asset that sets you apart as a strong candidate. Stay positive, trust in your abilities, and show employers why you're the perfect fit for the job. You've got this!