As someone who got posted overseas for work, I feel that I see so much further after being sent out of SG.
It isn't easy to learn a new language and get used to different cultures, but all of these eventually adds to the list of tools we have in our box to solve future challenges.
I have worked in a MNC for several years. Frankly speaking I have seen many capable Singaporean executives. Conversely I have seen my fair share of incomptent foreign executives but they have one skill that helps them survive. They are good at profiling themselves and sounding good. Our guys need to master that skill.
I have been searching for a job outside of Singapore for the past 8 months, and have been unable to land an interview. I'm unclear if the issue lies with my CV, my industry, my limited experience or other factors.
A family has three children: one is very smart and obedient, another is average in all respects, and the last one struggles academically. Despite their differences, all three children share a deep love for their parents and their home. However, the parents only show affection towards the smarter child, believing that their household should only comprise the "best" children. In pursuit of this ideal, they open their doors to other children, offering them a chance to earn a higher place in their affections if deemed superior to their own offspring.
The parents conveyed to their children: "Please don't feel entitled. You own nothing in this home. I built everything in it and can welcome anyone who surpasses you. This ensures our family strives for excellence and stands out from the rest."
Although harsh, this situation underscores a decades-old adage that rings true: "No one owes the family a living."
What the parents failed to acknowledge is that every family has children who are average or even struggle academically. It's common across households, not just theirs.
I want to suggest that articles analyzing "Why some capable Singaporeans don’t make it to senior positions" could adopt a more empathetic viewpoint, considering the perspectives of average and less academically successful children.
Everyone aspires to excel and progress as swiftly as the most intelligent kids. It's easy to claim that their choices result in average or poor performance. As a parent, I understand that not all children are born the same. It's simplistic to blame Singapore for not becoming capable of competing with foreign talents (FT).
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As someone who got posted overseas for work, I feel that I see so much further after being sent out of SG.
It isn't easy to learn a new language and get used to different cultures, but all of these eventually adds to the list of tools we have in our box to solve future challenges.
I have worked in a MNC for several years. Frankly speaking I have seen many capable Singaporean executives. Conversely I have seen my fair share of incomptent foreign executives but they have one skill that helps them survive. They are good at profiling themselves and sounding good. Our guys need to master that skill.
I have been searching for a job outside of Singapore for the past 8 months, and have been unable to land an interview. I'm unclear if the issue lies with my CV, my industry, my limited experience or other factors.
how about : local Singaporean are more expensive & these MNC only want the affordable senior executives?
A family has three children: one is very smart and obedient, another is average in all respects, and the last one struggles academically. Despite their differences, all three children share a deep love for their parents and their home. However, the parents only show affection towards the smarter child, believing that their household should only comprise the "best" children. In pursuit of this ideal, they open their doors to other children, offering them a chance to earn a higher place in their affections if deemed superior to their own offspring.
The parents conveyed to their children: "Please don't feel entitled. You own nothing in this home. I built everything in it and can welcome anyone who surpasses you. This ensures our family strives for excellence and stands out from the rest."
Although harsh, this situation underscores a decades-old adage that rings true: "No one owes the family a living."
What the parents failed to acknowledge is that every family has children who are average or even struggle academically. It's common across households, not just theirs.
I want to suggest that articles analyzing "Why some capable Singaporeans don’t make it to senior positions" could adopt a more empathetic viewpoint, considering the perspectives of average and less academically successful children.
Everyone aspires to excel and progress as swiftly as the most intelligent kids. It's easy to claim that their choices result in average or poor performance. As a parent, I understand that not all children are born the same. It's simplistic to blame Singapore for not becoming capable of competing with foreign talents (FT).
Hi,
Can we get permission to republish this article on our blog at http://www.prolificskins.com/blog? A link will be added back to your site, indicating it first appeared here. Thanks for your kind attention.