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Malaysia’s Energy Transition: Is The Valley Of...

Enterprise Explores ·

2023/05/25

The energy transition is gaining steam across the globe, but are end-consumers convinced of the benefits? Last year, investment in low-carbon technologies topped 1.1trillion US Dollars, with the war in Ukraine and resulting energy crisis acting as a catalyst to fast-track spending. Consulting firm EY notes that analysts say this rapid injection of capital may have shaved up to 10 years off the energy transition timeline, but their new global consumer survey indicates that consumers may not be as

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29:05

Should Storytellers and Businesses Forget About Twitter?

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2023/05/24

One key platform over the decade for businesses and storytellers to communicate and engage with potential customers and their audiences has been Twitter, however since Elon Musk bought Twitter, the social media platform has gotten plenty of attention for a range of… let’s say questionable decisions.From killing API integration of popular third party apps to changing how verified blue ticks work, the seemingly random decisions have had big influencers, storytellers, and businesses wondering whether

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36:18

Embracing the AI Revolution: A New Era of...

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2023/05/23

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, one trend that has been consistently making headlines is Artificial Intelligence (AI). From Google's AI-powered email drafting to Microsoft's AI-enhanced applications, AI is not just a buzzword; it's a transformative force reshaping the way businesses operate. How will it shape the way in which small businesses operate in the future? And what are some of the features that they should be familiarising themselves with right now?We hear from Adam Brimo,

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35:24

Succession Planning: Don’t Let Your Business Die

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2023/05/22

The world of entrepreneurship and running a business can be a fast paced one, with fires to put out on a daily basis while trying to look for opportunities to grow the business. While it’s important to think about the here and now, it’s also vital to look ahead beyond the avenues for growth. One such area is business succession planning, not the happiest topic in the world, but it is (or should be) a fundamental part of a business strategy. What happens to your business, and your loved ones, if

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34:10

There’s Not Enough Water And Here’s What We Need To Do

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2023/05/21

Charles Santiago, National Water Services Commission Chairman told the Star that Malaysia must spread our water supply within states at a greater degree for the wellbeing of Malaysians. According to him, we see Penang and Kedah’s river level dropping, but there are surpluses from Perak’s dam.So how should the government and water companies do to curb water shortages? What can we do to make sure that our taps don’t run dry?We speak to Faizal Akmal, CEO of Rivil Water, a water supply and irrigation

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34:12

The HK Tech 300 - Building a Startup Bridge between...

Enterprise Explores ·

2023/05/18

Last week, the City University of Hong Kong, launched the first ever HK Tech 300 Southeast Asia Startup Competition in Kuala Lumpur, bringing its large-scale flagship innovation and entrepreneurship programme to the region for the first time.The Top 10 winners of this competition will each be awarded angel funding of up to HK$1 million ( around RM565,000).The Southeast Asian competition is a spinoff of the HK Tech 300 programme which was launched in March 2021 in Hong Kong, and to date has supported

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33:06

Coldplay Tickets: Malaysia's Sales Meltdown

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2023/05/17

With the recent announcement of Coldplay's first-ever concert in Malaysia, anticipation has skyrocketed among music enthusiasts in the country.The British rock band is set to perform at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium on November 22, and the ticket sales have been, in a word, chaotic. The high demand for Coldplay's Music Of The Spheres World Tour highlights the significant challenges in the event ticketing industry in Malaysia and offers valuable lessons for future mega-events.We hear from Iqbal

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38:24

Is Influencer Marketing Losing Influence?

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2023/05/16

The last decade was the peak for people with influential personalities - they have been telling consumers what to think and what to do, which is influencer marketing.But lately, a new trend called de-influencing is taking over social media platforms. What is de-influencing all about? We will be taking a closer look on what this trend is, and analyse research and findings to dissect whether consumers are becoming detached from influencer marketing. Discussing this today is Eugenie Chan and Sarah

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21:59

Fundraising: The Importance of Demo Days

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2023/05/15

If you are a startup founder and have taken up an accelerator programme, your journey can reach its height with a demo day. A Demo Day is a chance for you to pitch and grab the attention of potential investors. We speak to Bikesh Lakhmichand, Founder & CEO of 1337 Ventures to understand the importance of demo days, and get insights on what investors look for so you can prepare a winning pitch for your startupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:43

Mother’s Day Special: Running A Family Business With...

Enterprise Explores ·

2023/05/14

Have you ever wondered what it is like to run a business with your mom? There are mothers who run businesses while raising their children, and there are mothers who run businesses with their children. So we ask mother-son duo Julius Lim & Ruby Siah, Co-Founders of B&B Labs, about balancing family and professional relationships when running a business together.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:41

Powering Up Esports Careers In Malaysia

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2023/05/11

Malaysia's esports scene has seen rapid growth in recent years, with various initiatives and collaborations aimed at promoting the industry and creating opportunities for aspiring esports athletes and game developers. We’ll be looking at different efforts being made in the country to cultivate talent, promote education within the esports realm, and unlock potential career prospects.Helping us through this will be Kenn Leandre, CEO & Founder, Kakuchopurei Sdn Bhd, they are a video game media

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23:29

Joint Venture Agreements Do’s & Don’ts

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2023/05/10

Joint Ventures are becoming more common for Malaysian businesses.Whilst Joint Venture allows businesses to expand into new markets, a lack of resources or knowledge about the legal implications might be detrimental if a dispute arises between companies.We speak to Managing Partner Dato Sri Arnold Andrew and Legal Associate Low Henn Kai of Arnold Andrew & Co Advocates & Solicitors to understand what you should and should not do before signing a Joint Venture Agreement.See

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22:44

Attention Economy: Power & Pitfalls

Enterprise Explores ·

2023/05/09

The Attention Economy has become a critical aspect for advertisers competing for consumers' limited attention spans in the digital world. Amidst a mix of high-quality and manipulative content, what can consumers do to ensure that they are not constantly distracted whilst online? And how can advertisers navigate the double-edged sword of the Attention Economy, and foster healthy engagement with digital content while considering its adverse effects on consumers?To help us navigate this minefield and

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28:34

How To Relocate Your Employees Sustainably

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2023/05/08

Employees want to relocate. More than 90% to be exact. With talent shortages, more than 90% of companies want to tap into the international talent pool for recruitment. But this comes with challenges when it comes to implementing measures to ensure global mobility sustainability, because according to ECA International’s Global Mobility Now Survey, it showed that only 3% of respondents believe that they are successful in achieving a high level of sustainability in their global mobility programme. How

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26:30

Why You Shouldn't Use Public Wifi Networks

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2023/05/07

The COVID-19 pandemic forced organisations to adopt remote working and today the hybrid working environment is still commonplace for many organizations, however this change has created significant work from home cybersecurity risks. With an average of 84 million cyber-attacks in Malaysia every day throughout the final quarter of last year according to Fortinet, it becomes quite clear why organizations and employees must understand essential security tips in order to safely adapt to hybrid working.To

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Why You Shouldn't Use Public Wifi Networks

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2023/05/07

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37:05

Youth Unemployment Is Still A Problem

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2023/05/04

Malaysia’s youth unemployment rate is 10%.And according to our Economy Minster Mohd Rafizi Ramli, this is due to a skilled talent mismatch between what local training institutions are producing and the actual skills that the market demands.What is happening on the ground with our youths and students? And what can be done to boost employment among our youths?We speak to Camelia Loh, Founder of Kabel, a HR tech startup, and Sryee Inthran, Senior Vice President of the National Career Development Centre

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22:49

Why You Should Pay For Good Journalism

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2023/05/02

World Press Freedom Day has been celebrated for 30 years now, always trying to shine a spotlight on the importance of a free press, which has come under increasing pressure following challenges from multiple angles. While the political challenges get more attention, one of the biggest challenges facing news media is how the internet has changed the business model behind journalism, making it more difficult for news organisations to keep the business side in the black.Just this week, the New York

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39:15

Bully-Proofing the Malaysian Workplace

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2023/05/01

Workplace bullying is an unfortunate reality that many employees face around the world, and Malaysia is no exception. With the recent attention brought to two cases of workplace harassment, it has become evident that bullying in the workplace is a pressing issue that deserves our attention.Today, we’ll be discussing the impact of workplace bullying on employees, its prevalence in Malaysia, and potential solutions to combat the problem.We’re joined on the show by Emillia Shariff from SpeakUp

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30:52

Is Malaysia’s Tourism Still Struggling?

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2023/04/27

Three days ago, Standard Chartered Global Research reported that Malaysia had the quickest tourism recovery among regional peers last year. Malaysia recovered more than 90% of tourist arrivals compared to 2019 levels, and this is driven by visitors from Singapore.Despite having a positive recovery, it is found that the number of tourists visiting Malaysia is still falling behind our neighbouring countries.Why is Malaysia still struggling to compete?We speak to Nigel Wong, Honorary Treasurer &

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