Warren Minde’s Post

L’Oréal Ignite Webinar, Growth Booster: From Brandstorm to Life L'Oréal 🚀 I recently had the opportunity to attend the "Growth Booster: From Brandstorm to Life L'Oréal webinar, part of the L'Oréal Ignite program. Listening to Roderic Wong, Cinless Tsang, and Rosaline Chan —2021 Brandstorm Hong Kong finalists and now 2023 Management Trainees—was incredibly inspiring. Their insights illustrated how the Brandstorm competition can serve as a powerful stepping stone for a career at L'Oréal. L’Oréal Brandstorm is a global innovation competition designed to help participants tap into their creativity, gain industry insights, and launch their careers within the company. Here are my three key takeaways: 📘1. Catalyst for Career Growth: The speakers shared how their involvement in Brandstorm refined their critical skills such as creative problem-solving and strategic thinking. The competition not only opened pathways to internships and Management Trainee roles but also demonstrated how Brandstorm connects to real-world career prospects at L'Oréal. 📝2. Collaboration Drives Innovation: A crucial lesson emphasized was the value of working in diverse teams. Their success was largely due to the ability to brainstorm innovative solutions and adapt quickly, leveraging different perspectives throughout the process. 🔗3. Growth Through Challenge: Each speaker recounted how Brandstorm encouraged them to push beyond their comfort zones—whether it was pitching ideas or tackling new challenges under pressure. These experiences equipped them to thrive in L'Oréal’s fast-paced environment. A heartfelt thank you to Roderic, Cinless, and Rosaline for sharing their journeys. Their stories have enhanced my understanding of Brandstorm and the incredible growth opportunities L'Oréal has to offer! 💖 Jade Lui Eunice Lam Alan Lau (He/Him) Vicky Lau #lorealignite #weareloreal #lorealforyouth #empowered #beautytech #futureofbeauty #careergrowth #upskiling #innovation #managment #digitalmarketing #technology #careers

🚀 2024 – What a Year! 🚀 2024 was full of new challenges, learning experiences, and exciting milestones. I kicked off 2024 by joining the Project Management team at Henkel as an intern, where I had the privilege of supporting the #CHAiNGERS talent community and contributing to several key strategic projects. This experience not only sharpened my strategic thinking but also strengthened my organizational and teamwork skills. After graduating with a Master's Degree from Budapest Business University, I was thrilled to take on the role of Network Supply Planner with the Supply Chain team. This position has brought challenges, but also tremendous personal and professional growth. From analyzing data and extracting meaningful insights to negotiating solutions with colleagues, every day has presented an opportunity to improve both my hard and soft skills. 2024 also brought my first work trips – visiting a production site 👩🏭 in Parnu, Estonia was such a game-changer! Seeing the products I work with up close and understanding the production process better was eye-opening. I’m grateful for the chance to build relationships with the local team. My trip to Düsseldorf, Germany was another highlight, meeting amazing people, reconnecting with colleagues, and expanding my network. Looking back, 2024 has been a year of achievement, but there’s still so much to learn and accomplish. Can’t wait to see what new challenges and opportunities 2025 will bring. Bring on the next chapter! 🚀 #careerjourney #growth #projectmanagement #supplychain #networking #learningandgrowing

1. Shopper experience is paramount. 2. Reaching out to people and building personal connect matters. 3. Speak up confidently, don’t play small. These are my 3 biggest learnings from the past three months working as a Branding and Marketing intern at Kellanova (formerly Kellogg’s) Singapore. It was an enriching experience to work with my mentors, AC Sangalang and Ozden A., and learn from them about the intricacies of managing a global brand. I learnt that managing a consumer goods brand ultimately revolves around considering the shopper's experience at the shelf and online, and every branding decision should enhance this interaction. Secondly, I realised that when it comes to communication in a globally spread out team, the ability and initiative to reach out to colleagues you may not already know is crucial. Additionally, taking the extra effort to connect personally—whether via call or in person—can make a significant difference. And finally, I understood how important it is to voice one’s opinions, even as an intern - of course, doing so with respect, but not holding back from contributing ideas. I got opportunities to learn about packaging, contribute to a multi-market packaging project, and assist with internal communication pieces. I was privileged to participate in external meetings with design agencies which offered me valuable insights into the collaborative process of branding and package design, emphasising the importance of branding at the shelf. Additionally, I had the pleasure of learning from Divya Aggarwal about digital marketing at Kellanova and the end-to-end process of media planning, which highlighted the growing importance of the digital domain in marketing. Throughout these experiences, I explored how consumer psychology plays a crucial role in shaping branding and marketing strategies. Overall, I am excited to have discovered more about marketing and branding in the CPG industry, and realise that this field allows me to blend my creativity and people-oriented nature, with my academic interest in applied psychology. And, of course, the chance to participate in a cereal taste-testing session in my first week was an unforgettable experience! 😊 As I begin applying for graduate roles, I’m excited to bring the skills and learnings I have gained so far, to my future career, no matter the industry. A special thanks to Shumit Kapoor for making available this incredible experience for me. #marketing #branding #internship #digitalmarketing #appliedpsychology #consumerpsychology

Mastering from Life as MT L’Oreal Ignite My L’Oreal Ignite Journey this month: September Top 3 Takeaways: Your Major Doesn’t Define Your Career Path: One of the most impactful insights was the realization that your university major does not necessarily dictate your career trajectory. Many management trainee at L'Oréal came from diverse academic backgrounds—ranging from the sciences to business. It encourages us to explore various opportunities and not limit ourselves based on our educational history. The Management Trainee (MT) Journey: The management trainee journey is a transformative experience that blends learning, mentorship, and hands-on projects. Participants shared how this program not only equips them with industry knowledge but also fosters leadership skills and a deeper understanding of the company’s values. It was inspiring to hear how these trainees navigate challenges, embrace feedback, and build relationships, all while contributing to meaningful projects within the organisation. Embrace a Growth Mindset: The management trainees have encouraged us to be ourselves and stay open-minded. Embracing a growth mindset means acknowledging that our abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication, effort, and learning from experiences. This perspective fosters resilience, allowing us to view challenges as opportunities for growth rather than obstacles. I am grateful for the opportunity to learn from such inspiring individuals and look forward to applying these lessons in my career journey. Thank you, L'Oréal, for a memorable experience! 💄✨ #loreallgnite #weareloreal #Lorealforyouth #empowered #beautytech #futureofbeauty #careergrowth #upskilling Eunice Lam Alan Lau (He/Him) Vicky Lau Jade Lui

I’m happy to share my incredible journey as an intern at Unilever, where I had the opportunity to work on a project centered around the Factory 4.0 concept. My main focus was on increasing the adoption of BuildApp software within the factory—a transformative step toward digitalizing and optimizing operations.🏭💻 Key Highlights of the Project:🎯 1.Deep dive on every BuildApp modules 2.Activate minimum five BuildApp modules 3.Develop training documents for BuildApp module 4.Share business outcome in module level 5.Improve BuildApp adaption percentage by 15% This experience deepened my understanding of the Factory 4.0 ecosystem, including how digital tools like BuildApp empower to increase productivity,control incidents and production stoppages,develop skills, optimize, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.✨✨ This project taught me how important technology and teamwork are in improving factory operations. It also gave me real-life experience with digital tools and how they can bring positive change.🏆 I’m thankful to my mentor and team at Unilever for guiding me throughout this journey.😄🤍 This internship has been a big step in helping me understand the future of manufacturing and how technology plays a role in it.🤍🤍 #DigitalTransformation #BuildApp #Unilever #InternshipExperience #Industry4_0

#EMPOWER people! Ever notice how the smallest interactions can make the biggest difference in your day? ✨ Lately, I've been finding that those moments of genuine connection with colleagues – offering support, sharing a laugh, or simply lending an ear – are incredibly empowering. They remind me that even amidst deadlines and ambitious projects, we're all human at our core. ❤️ As a JAV representative, I'm fortunate to experience this kind of human connection every day. My role is all about supporting my fellow apprentices and young professionals, and I'm constantly reminded of the unexpected joy that comes from helping others. Sometimes those simple interactions – like advocating for someone's needs, brainstorming solutions together, or simply offering a listening ear. There's something so rewarding about seeing that "aha" moment when you've helped someone grasp a new concept or find a fresh perspective. The opportunity to connect with and support so many talented young minds at L'Oréal is a true gift. It constantly reinforces how even small acts of support and mentorship can create such a positive ripple effect, fostering a more collaborative and empowering environment for everyone. What are your experiences with mentorship and support in the workplace? Have you found, like me, that helping others deepens your own learning journey? #JAV #apprenticeship #youngprofessionals #collaboration #leadership #growthmindset #mentorship

There was a time when I wasn’t sure what my career path would look like. I knew I had a passion for helping others and solving problems, but the exact route was unclear I imagined myself being part of exciting projects, learning from the best, and making a meaningful impact. Little did I know, the journey would be even more rewarding and full of unexpected lessons Fast forward to today, and I’m proudly wearing two hats: Virtual Assistant and Product Manager. My time at InternPulse taught me the ropes of market research and product management, while RenergyHub has shown me how to effectively manage innovative projects. Both experiences helped me grow my skill set and push beyond my comfort zone. There were challenges, yes, but they only made the victories feel sweeter One moment stands out. Realizing that with each project I took on, I was not only adding to my experience but also discovering the power of consistency and adaptability in every role I’ve had. That was the game-changer for me. What I’ve learned is that the journey isn’t always smooth, but it’s always worth it. Every experience, no matter how small, adds up to something Looking back, I’m proud of how far I’ve comeand I’m even more excited about what lies ahead. To anyone just starting out, remember: Take the plunge, embrace the challenges, and trust the process. The best is yet to come.

I would like to thank Dr Andrew Tio, Ph.D for his time yesterday. So a little background how I got to know Dr Tio, I signed up for industry mentorship last year hoping to get insights for my career. SIT Industry Mentorship Programme is a joint initiative between the Centre for Career Readiness and Young NTUC. This programme allows paired us with an Industry Mentor from the relevant industry, allowing us to gain industry-specific career advice and guidance in developing our career path, as well as broadening our perspectives on career opportunities and aspirations. Dr Tio was assigned to be my mentor and I am really thankful for this opportunity. When we sat down at Starbucks yesterday, he provided me with many valuable advice which I have reflected deeply yesterday. Some key takeaways from the sessions are: 1. Always be open to opportunity given to me. Seizing opportunities is key to personal and professional growth. Each opportunity is a chance to learn, gain new experiences, and develop skills that you might not acquire otherwise. Even if the outcome is not what you anticipated, the process itself can be immensely valuable, teaching you resilience and adaptability. 2. One of the key thing which I love from the session was the phrase "Just do it". It reminded me of Nike tagline which focus on what needs to be done and just do it. Ignore the noise and prove to the rest on the task given to you at hand. 3. Many of us face roadblocks in our life. But what do we do when we encounter a tough situation? The advice is, "Take a break", recharge, revitalize and face it again. Just like how school operates, after every project, exams where we feel it is difficult and exhausting, we don't give up and instead take the school holiday, recharge ourself and prepare for the new semester. I am thankful for this opportunity and I look forward to many more opportunities to learn from you and to continue benefiting from your mentorship.

Here's why my Postgraduate Diploma in Management is more than just a piece of paper – it's my secret weapon as a trainee at L'Oréal. I always knew I wanted a career in management, but it wasn't until I started my management traineeship at L'Oréal that I truly grasped the day-to-day realities. Recently, I faced a challenging situation involving conflicting priorities within a project. My Postgraduate Diploma in Management from NWU Business School provided me with the problem-solving and decision-making frameworks to navigate situations effectively. Two key takeaways from the program have been invaluable: the focus on strategic thinking, which has helped me see the bigger picture in my daily tasks, and the emphasis on effective communication, crucial for navigating complex team dynamics. These real-world applications of my studies are constantly reinforcing the value of my education. If you're looking to elevate your career in management, I highly recommend checking out the program: https://lnkd.in/dWdE-_iC NWU Business School #management #careerjourney #reflection #Loreal #trainee #problemsolving #decisionmaking #strategicthinking #communication #NWUBusinessSchool #PostgraduateDiploma

*Getting a Glimpse of Life as a Management Trainee at L'Oréal My First Month in the L'Oréal Ignite Program* I’ve just wrapped up the first session of the L'Oréal Ignite program, and it was all about understanding what life is like as a Management Trainee at L'Oréal. Here are a few things that really stood out to me: Learning by Doing: The trainees shared how they were thrown right into real projects from day one, and it’s clear that L'Oréal’s approach is all about hands-on experience. It’s fast-paced, but it sounds like the best way to learn! Staying Adaptable: Hearing their stories about managing teams and tackling unexpected challenges showed me how important it is to be flexible and ready for anything. The environment pushes you to think on your feet. Mentorship Matters: What I loved hearing most was how much support they get from their mentors. Whether it’s guidance or feedback, it’s all about helping you grow and get better every step of the way. This session gave me a real sense of how L'Oréal invests in its people, helping them grow into future leaders. It also got me thinking about my own career aspirations, and I’m excited to see where this journey takes me. I can’t wait for the next session and to continue learning from such passionate people! #lorealIgnite #weareloreal #lorealforyouth #empowered #beautytech #careergrowth #upskilling #futureofbeauty Vicky Lau Jade Lui Eunice Lam Alan Lau (He/Him)