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9:19

What Does It Mean To Be A ‘People-Pleaser’?

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/14

If you say “yes” fast, and offer to do that extra shift whilst staying late on that new project you volunteered to help out on, chances are that someone in the office might see you as a bit of a ‘People-Pleaser’ - or at least, some variation of that term. But should it be considered a negative term? Shouldn’t it be ok to just want to help people? Afterall, isn’t that what we’re constantly telling one another to do?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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10:43

Ain’t About The Ca-Ching, Ca-Ching

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2019/11/14

Are you thinking of buying a new smartphone? Ever wonder what are the top considerations when you’re on the hunt? Well according to a Google and Ipsos research into Malaysian consumers, price isn’t always the factor. It ain't about the ca-ching, so just forget about the price tag.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:53

Do We Really Hate Open Offices That Much?

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/14

Remember that time companies would spend a fortune on open-office layouts, only to discover that face-to-face interactions decrease by 70% in open-office plans? Well it seems that workers in open spaces quickly develop psychological fourth walls, conceptual boundaries that protect their public solitude.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:31

Companies Are Using AI To Teach EQ. Is This A Good...

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/13

Soft skills are the new career makers—and a host of new technology enablers have cropped up to help identify and optimise these skills for us. Companies see emerging tech such as virtual reality and artificial intelligence as an opportunity for machines to teach us more human skills such as emotional intelligence and agility at work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:37

The Problem With Recycled Plastic

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/13

As the wave of eco-consciousness grows and more companies start to reuse and recycle things like plastic, some are starting to wonder if it really has the intended effect. From doing away with plastic straws to reusing plastic in clothing, is recycling plastic really solving all of our environmental woes?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:59

Would You Crowdsource For Your Biggest Decisions?

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/13

Just a couple of days after getting engaged Jen Glantz had an idea. What if she were to put her wedding planning entirely in the hands of other people? A few days later, she launched Finally the Bride, a website where people can vote on every aspect of her wedding - from the size of the budget to the style of her dress.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:09

Social Enterprises Can Depend On People Power

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/12

Social enterprises always have issues with funding. Having the word “social” enterprise as a prefix doesn’t help in the eyes of banks and investors. Luckily, there are alternative methods to get financial boosts, and as the Malaysian government outlined in Budget 2020, they’re willing to lend a hand as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:05

Do We Need Tech To “Upkeep” Friends Today?

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/12

Having friends or keeping friends isn't effortless, but has it come to a point where we need apps or spreadsheets to keep our friendships from running on autopilot?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:59

Alibaba Singles' Day sales hit $12 billion in first hour

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/11

Just like Black Friday and Cyber Monday in the United States, Singles’ Day has been promoted as a shopping fest by Alibaba Chairman and CEO Daniel Zhang since 2009, growing rapidly to become the world’s biggest online sales event. Also known as “Double Eleven”, the festival’s name originates from the calendar date 11/11, with the four ones referencing being single.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:42

Managing Your Friendships, With Software

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/11

A slew of new start-ups want to help people manage their relationships the way they would sales leads. Should we be worried about our friends turning us into data points?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:42

THAT #KFCProposal

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/11

South Africans opened their hearts and pockets after a viral video of an unknown man proposing to his girlfriend in a KFC went viral on Thursday. By Friday morning, the couple were showered with donations for their dream wedding. But how many of the companies that offered their services were being altruistic, and how many of them were taking advantage of emotional advertising for free publicity? And does it really matter?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:32

Skip The Queue: Singapore Hotels Use Face Recognition...

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/08

Tourists visiting Singapore can now check in at some hotels using facial recognition technology under a pilot programme that could cut waiting times and help tackle a labour crunch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:07

Level Up for Malaysia’s Gaming Industry

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/08

The fifth instalment of MDEC’s LEVEL UP KL BIZ 2019 - the nation’s premier regional games development conference brought both local and international game developers and industry leaders together, pushing the boundaries of the gaming industry in Malaysia. The event opens up discussions on local talents thriving in the industry, international and major videogame developers branching out in South East Asia, and Malaysia’s recently recognized esports industry.See

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15:13

AI Might Be Able To Tell Us Why Some Songs Make Us...

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/08

We all know that music is a powerful influencer. A movie without a soundtrack doesn’t provoke the same emotional journey. A workout without a pump-up anthem can feel like a drag. But is there a way to quantify these reactions? And if so, could they be reverse-engineered and put to good use?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:26

Finally A Better Control For WhatsApp Group Chats

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/07

You asked for it! And now you should be getting an update pretty soon. A few days ago, we spoke about the challenges in dealing with WhatsApp group chats and today, WhatsApp is updating a feature that will allow you to control who adds you to group chats and will begin rolling it out to all 1.5 billion users around the world. Rejoice!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:15

Setting Up Your Food Business in 54 Hours

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/07

Have you always wanted to create and run your own food business but don’t know where to start? Techstars Startup Weekend could be the place for you to make your dream food business come true. In 54 hours, you could have a team, create a prototype, validate your business idea, and receive feedback from experienced entrepreneurs. Happening on the 29th of November at ME.REKA Makerspace in KL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21:56

Should We Regulate Gaming For Kids?

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/07

The Chinese government has released new rules aimed at curbing video game addiction among young people, a problem that top officials believe is to blame for a rise in nearsightedness and poor academic performance across a broad swath of society.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:14

Using Older Adults To Benchmark New Tech

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/06

New tech is primarily based on younger consumers. The problem is, doing so potentially eliminates a whole segment of older people who aren’t comfortable with the way tech is designed. However as research shows, designing new tech with older adults in mind could solve that problem.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:03

Best Cities for Entrepreneurs 2019

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/06

Embarking on a new business venture can be exciting but why do some cities excel more than others? Movinga, an online platform-based moving company, recently conducted a research on 75 cities from around the globe which are renowned for their entrepreneurial spirit, business opportunities and economic growth. So what cities are best for entrepreneurs in 2019?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:28

The Bizarre Rise Of Fast Food Fused With Snack Foods

Enterprise Explores ·

2019/11/06

Starting a couple of weeks ago, Brits were given a golden opportunity. Or rather, a bright orange one: Taco Bell in the UK has introduced its Doritos Locos Taco, a taco with a shell made entirely of one big Dorito. Now why would they do this? Well, it has a track record of doing rather well, and so do seemingly bizarre food mash-ups.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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