What is Fixed-Term Contract?

A Fixed-Term Contract is a work agreement that lasts for a specific period — it has a clear start and end date. 

What makes a Resignation "Valid"?

To be considered valid and enforceable, a resignation must: 

1. Be in writing (unless stated otherwise in the contract). 

2. Clearly state the intention to resign and the effective date. 

3. Comply with the notice period required by contract or the Act. 

4. Be given voluntarily and not under duress. 

Top 5 Job Interview Questions and Answers

Are you ready to your upcoming job interview? Here are the top 5 common job interview questions along with suggested answers:

1. Tell me about yourself

Answer: “I have a strong background in [your relevant experience or education]. In my previous role as [previous company], I [mention a key achievement or responsibility]. I am excited about the opportunity here because [explain why you are interested in the current position].”

2. What are your strengths and weaknesses?

Strenghts Answer: “One of my key strengths is [mention a relevant strength, e.g problem solving]. I’ve honed this skill through [give an example of how you’ve used this strength].”

Weaknesses Answer: “I’ve been actively working on improving my [mention a nont-critical weakness, e.g. time management]. I’ve taken steps such as [describe actions you’ve taken to address this weakness].”

3. Why do you want to work for this company?
   Answer: “I’ve impressed by [company’s specific achievements or values, e.g your innovative products or commitment to sustainability]. I believe my skills and experience align perfectly with [mention a particular aspect of the company or the job description].”

4. Can you describe a challenging situation at work and how you handled it?

Answer: “In my previous role at [previous company], we faced [briefly describe the challenge, e.g. tight deadline]. To address it, I [explain your actions, emphasizing problem-solving and teamwork]. As a result, we were able to [mention a positive outcome, e.g. meet the deadline and deliver a high quality project].”

5. Describe a time when you had to work with a difficult colleague or supervisor. How did you handle it?

Answer: “In a previous role, I encountered a challenging situation with a colleague who had a different work style. I initiated a conversation to understand their perspective and find common ground. We established clear communication channels and mutual expectations, which improved our working relationship and collaboration.”

When answering these questions, please use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action and Result) to structure your responses effectively.

Maintain Your Reputation With A Strong Handover

One of the most important parts of the transition process for leaving employee is the job handover which is expected during notice period. The handover process is the transferring of jobs and responsibilities from one employee to another. The key elements of your handover as follows:

1. Day to day activities and responsibilities

2. List of important contacts both internal and external

3. On going projects, status of the project and deadlines

4. List of the software, database, or systems you use in your role

5. Access to important documents

6. Schedule a meeting with your successor to discuss the handover document in details

As best practice, you can inform your clients or business partner who will be taking over your responsibilities.

After the handover is completed, follow up to ensure everything is running smoothly. A well-executed handover will reflect your professionalism.

Positive Workplace

Positive workplace is essential for employee well-being, productivity, and overall success. There are some strategies to help create and sustain a positive work environment:

1. Open Communication

Encourage open and honest communication among team members, employees, and management.

2. Recognize and Reward

Acknowledge and reward employees’ efforts and achievements.

3. Work-life Balance

Offering flexible working arrangement or remote work options to allow employees to better balance their personal and professional lives

4. Career Development

Offering career development and learning opportunities to everyone

5. Leader

Leadership is play an important role in setting the tone for workplace. Leaders should be a role models to lead with a positive and supportive approach

Every workplace is unique, it is essential to tailor these strategic to fit the organization culture.