5 types of bias that affect your hiring decision

Startups are commonly perceived as the new “cool kid on the block”, standing for everything contrary to their longstanding corporate counterparts. While traditional corporations value hierarchy, routine, and authority, startups value environments that offer innovation, challenge, and opportunities. Today, startups are no longer just a type of company — it has evolved to become a […]

How reliable are non-verbal cues when hiring?

Job interviews are not a modern invention; they date back to the early 1900s. In fact, it is said that one of the most popular (and perhaps peculiar) job interviews in the early days, was conducted by the lightbulb inventor, Thomas Edison. Whenever Edison was looking to add someone new to his team, he would […]

What are Malaysian and Singaporean employers looking for in talent?

Snagging the right talent to fill a role in an organization is one of the top challenges Malaysian and Singaporean employers face today. The big question is: What makes a person ‘right’ for a role? The answer to this question has been an ever-changing one. Once upon a time, employers may have chosen to look […]