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Work It

Career tips and advice with Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan. Looking for a job or trying to nail it at your current one? We help you navigate through your workplace issues. The views and opinions shared during this podcast series are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. or its group of companies.

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7:56

Did going for a chat with another employer put your...

Work It ·

2026/02/12

You were scouted for an informal chat for a potential job, but things didn’t move on to the next stage. Suddenly, you noticed that your boss’ behaviour towards you shifts and he’s cold. Is it all connected, or just coincidence? How should you handle this awkward situation?Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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32:18

Is investing in a postgraduate degree worth it?

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2026/02/08

For those keen on career growth, getting a postgraduate degree is often seen as the next logical step. But will the investment pay off, or is it just an expensive venture? Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan speak with Bernie Chng, associate director at Randstad Singapore, to unpack the true value of doing a Master’s programme and alternatives if you’re not willing to take the plunge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:34

Regain confidence after making a mistake at work

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2026/02/05

You made a mistake at work which set your team back and may have affected your manager’s trust in you. Howdo you bounce back from that? Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us atcnapodcasts[at]mediacorp.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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36:14

Do you need to be a manager to move forward in your...

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2026/02/03

Managementisn’talwayseveryone’s endgame. In a society that often equates success with taking up a management position, is there another way to progressinyour career? NatFetalveroand Gerald Tan sit down with GEA’s HR vice presidentIljaRijnento unpack whether leading teams willreally add value to your career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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19:16

Deciding between a public service or private sector...

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2026/01/25

Higher pay and faster promotions, or steady bonuses and ironclad job security? In this week’s Work Feed, Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan trawl stories on social media to unpack the pros, cons and trade-offs between a career in public service and private sector jobs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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19:50

Is your job ruining your love life?

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2026/01/18

Singapore’s always-on work culture is taking a toll on relationships, with some jobs leaving little room for connection. CNA TODAY journalist Nikki Yeo tells Nat Fetalvero how to spot the difference between a busy season and a job that’s simply unsustainable, and why manager role-modelling matters more than wellness workshops.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:06

Struggles with a selfish teammate - here’s how to cope

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2026/01/15

Your co-worker is putting in the bare minimum for team projects. How can you collaborate with a capable yet calculative colleague? Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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23:43

Lessons from a serial entrepreneur

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2026/01/11

Serial entrepreneur Jeremy Ko went from having a side gig of designing websites at age 13 to founding four businesses. Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan speak with him to unpack how to find market opportunities and grow sustainably – all while not cracking under the extreme workload.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:19

How to work with a boss you can't communicate with

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2026/01/08

There’s nothing more frustrating than leaving a meeting feeling more confused than when you walked in. What can you do when your boss often gives vague answers to your questions? Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:16

Are entry-level jobs becoming extinct?

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2026/01/04

The traditional career path – study, graduateandget hired –is undergoing a seismic shift.Asentry-level rolesdisappear, young job seekers areleftquestioningtheir placein the workforce. Nat Fetalvero and Gerald Tan speak with Chiew Chun Wee, regional policy and insights lead at the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, and Adeline Tiah, career coach and change management consultant, to unpackwhat’shappening to early careers and how young people can stay relevant.See

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26:54

Best of: The job promotion formula

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2025/12/28

The decision of who gets promoted often feels like a mystery, but what is clear is that it takes more than just being good at your job. Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan speak with Shub Faujdar, founder and chief career coach at JobS-ME Singapore, to unpack why visibility matters and whether it is time to consider leaving if you’re being repeatedly passed overfora promotion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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23:37

Best of: What should you do with a retrenchment payout?

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2025/12/21

Some companies offer a “golden handshake” when they retrench their workers. Financial advisory manager Lily Fung, who got a high six-figure sum, shares with Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan what she did with the money after she was laid off from her company of 20 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:18

Best of: Will job hopping hurt or help your career?

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2025/12/14

Job hopping has become common among the younger generation, but critics say too many short stints may leave a bad impression on recruiters. But if it's part of a clear career plan, it can boost your salary and widen your network. Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan discuss how to make each move count.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:09

Best of: How workplace mentorship can help grow your...

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2025/12/07

Mentorship in the office can shape careers in unexpected ways – but only if it’s done well. From navigating soft skills to managing mentor-mentee tensions, Teoh Mei Ting and her mentor Irene Yong, both from engineering consultancy firm Beca, share tips on how to make the mostout of this workplace relationship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:49

Best of: Forget retirement - your most meaningful...

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2025/11/30

For many professionals, retirement is far from their mind and they want to seek work that is fulfilling. Lim Kai Ning, co-founder of The Courage Chapter, shares how they help seniors return to the workforce, and why age can be a big asset.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:42

How will lunch breaks make you better at your job?

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2025/11/23

Having lunch while working may be a common practice, experts warn that there could be health risks. This habit may also have the opposite effect of lowering productivity too. CNA TODAY journalist Tang Jia Wen shares with Nat Fetalvero why a small mid-day break can have huge payoffs at work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:00

How to make a job switch without starting from zero

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2025/11/16

Leaving a job role after 16 years for something different takes more than just opportunity – it requires bold courage. Guest Ivan Aw made a strategic pivot to embrace AI and shares with Gerald Tan and Nat Fetalvero the lesson he learnt about not waiting for the perfect moment to make the switch. This episode was brought to you by UOB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:02

What does successful upskilling look like?

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2025/11/09

With job roles changing rapidly in the age of AI, employees are constantly encouraged to pick up new skills. But what if you're asked to learn something completely new? Dean Tong, head of group human resources at UOB, shares steps on what companies can do to support employees whose jobs are redesigned by technology. This episode was brought to you by UOB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:15

A leap into tech: From safety boots to software codes

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2025/11/02

After years of working as a safety specialist, 36-year-old Joe Kwek took the plunge and transformed his fascination with digital tools into a full-fledged tech career. In this episode, he tells host Nat Fetalvero how failing the initial training tests didn’t deter him from pursuing his dream. This episode was brought to you by IMDA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:05

Why tech and AI skills matter in every industry

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2025/10/26

As AI becomes embedded in workplaces across industries, even non-tech companies are seeing major shifts in how work gets done. Nat Fetalvero chats with Goki Muthusamy, head of people at Visa, and Samuel Hoong, assistant technology manager at SimplifyNext, about role redesign and how to stay competitive in a fast-moving world. This episode was brought to you by IMDA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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