Will you just accept any job
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Now is the bad economy time which is very hard to find jobs.
Say you are a diploma or degree holder who can't find a job that is related to your field of study.
Will you just accept any jobs that come by, such as waiter, sales assistant, security guard etc?
If you accept, you may think that when the economy recovers, than you can go find a better job that is related to what you study. But very often, once you like the job very much you will not want to leave the comfort zone. Moreover, once you are working, you will be very tired and will not have time and energy to look for other jobs. You may very well end up working as a waiter, security guard etc for the rest of your life! If you are able to get promoted such as from retail assistant to supervisor than manager etc, than it is still not that bad. Worst case is you are not able to get promoted and you are stuck forever working as a retail assistant when you are a degree holder! Won't that be very pathetic?
If you don't accept and insist on finding a good job that is related to what you have studied, competition is so great with so many people applying for the same job. You may not get it and you maybe jobless for a long epriod of time, say for 1 or 2 years.
So what should you do?
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http://www.channelnewsasia.com/annex/may_day_pmlee_2009.pdf
MAY DAY MESSAGE 2009 BY PRIME MINISTER LEE HSIEN LOONG
Much has changed in the course of a year. When I was preparing my May Day Message last year, we were in a very different situation. The economy had a strong first quarter in 2008, and workers were enjoying good bonuses from the year before. The US had already run into difficulties, but we still hoped that the world could avoid taking a major tumble.
Unfortunately, the US problems grew into a major financial crisis which has caused a severe worldwide recession. World financial markets are no longer frozen, but things are far from back to normal. All the major economies are contracting simultaneously, for the first time since the Great Depression. The World Bank expects global industrial production to fall by 15% by the middle of this year, and world trade also to fall sharply, especially in Asia. Governments have taken bold steps to boost their economies, but in this unprecedented situation nobody can be sure what measures will work, or how quickly.
Singapore is doing all we can to buffer ourselves from the storm. We have launched the Skills Programme for Upgrading and Resilience (SPUR), and the "Resilience Package", which includes the Jobs Credit scheme. We have focused on preserving jobs, because when people have jobs they can look after themselves and their families. Unions and employers have supported these schemes. They have aligned the interests of employers and workers, and helped companies to think of cutting costs to save jobs, instead of cutting jobs to save costs.
Singapore’s recovery will depend on how the situation develops worldwide, especially in the US. An optimistic scenario is for the US economy to stabilise by the end of this year, and begin a gradual recovery next year. But this is not at all certain. The US recession may well continue into next year. In the worst case if the troubled banks are not put right, the problems can drag on for several years.
MTI has revised our growth forecast down to between minus 6% and minus 9%. While retrenchments and unemployment have gone up, new jobs are still being created. The situation would have been worse if not for the Resilience Package. Employers have more reasons to keep jobs with the support they get from the Jobs Credit, SPUR and other measures in the Resilience Package. But if global demand continues to be weak, we must expect more job losses, despite all our measures. In some sectors, things will get worse before they get better. We must prepare for a prolonged difficult period, and continue to build capabilities for the future.
But we have reason to be quietly confident. Our economy has important strengths. Our banks are sound, our industries are competitive, our wage systems are flexible, and many good jobs are still available. Our workers are cooperating with employers and the government, to acquire the skills which will make them more productive and employable. Our substantial reserves are funding programmes to counter the recession. Few countries are in as secure a position as Singapore.
Despite the unfavourable climate, our economic agencies are actively seeking new business opportunities. The Economic Development Board (EDB) continues to win investments. Many global companies have long term perspectives and are still launching projects in Asia. They see opportunities in this dynamic region, and know that Singapore provides a stable base for their Asian business.
Upcoming projects in the service sector, particularly the tourism industry, will create more jobs. Our two Integrated Resorts will be completed soon. Beyond that, we will have the Gardens by the Bay, the International Cruise Terminal and Asia’s first River Safari in Mandai.
We are also growing our external wing. International Enterprise (IE) Singapore is helping companies to win projects in China, India and the Middle East, where many opportunities still exist. It is also working with Trade Associations and Chambers of Commerce to access markets worldwide, in Latin America and even Africa. We must venture further afield to find new business opportunities, and think of more creative ways to make a living for ourselves.
The basic strategy for Singapore must still be to stay open and linked to the world. We prosper by servicing the region, Asia and the world, and by being equal to the best in niche areas. Thus banks in Singapore service customers from all over the region. We will still be a major financial centre, especially in areas like fund management or global treasury business. Our factories produce critical components for computers and active ingredients for drugs, often accounting for a third or more of the world market for those products. Unfortunately, our access to foreign markets will become more difficult, because governments will raise more protectionist barriers as they come under political pressure to help domestic producers. As we continue to develop new markets, our wide network of Free Trade Agreements with major trading partners will prove invaluable.
As an open economy, we must make ourselves globally competitive rather than try to protect ourselves from competition. We must gather talent from all over the world to strengthen the Singapore team. At the same time, we must upgrade the knowledge and skills of our own people. This downturn is an opportunity to mount a major effort in this area. Schemes like SPUR and Professional Skills Programme (PSP) convert slack manpower into learning opportunities. They help workers to become more productive, flexible and competitive.
Every Singaporean must do his or her part. I urge workers to go for training, to up-skill and reskill yourselves. If you are seeking a new job, do take up one of the many jobs still available, even if it is not your first choice. Have realistic salary expectations, and be willing to learn new things and adapt to different working conditions. I urge employers to think of all possible ways to save costs, and consider retrenchment only as a last resort. Make full use of government programmes and work closely with the unions. For any cost-cutting measures, management should lead by example. Most importantly, everyone must be mentally prepared, and be ready for sacrifices in these difficult times.
In many countries, workers are mounting angry protests and demonstrations as the economic pain deepens and more people lose their jobs. These outbursts are understandable, but unfortunately they do not make things better. In Singapore, our response to the crisis has been rational and constructive. Unions, employers and government are working together to find practical solutions, to explain to Singaporeans what is happening, and what we must do to see through the downturn. This cooperation depends on the trust and confidence among the tripartite partners built up over many decades. In this moment of stress and uncertainty, it is helping Singapore to stand out from other countries, enhancing our reputation and bringing in more investments and jobs.
We must use this crisis to prepare for a different, more competitive world when the storm passes. We must build resilience in a new generation of Singaporeans, and strengthen their bonds with a new team of leaders. Most of all, we must unite as a nation, keep our calm, unflinching spirit and emerge stronger from the crisis.
I wish all Singaporeans a Happy May Day
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Originally posted by Rednano:
http://www.channelnewsasia.com/annex/may_day_pmlee_2009.pdf
MAY DAY MESSAGE 2009 BY PRIME MINISTER LEE HSIEN LOONG
Much has changed in the course of a year. When I was preparing my May Day Message last year, we were in a very different situation. The economy had a strong first quarter in 2008, and workers were enjoying good bonuses from the year before. The US had already run into difficulties, but we still hoped that the world could avoid taking a major tumble.
Unfortunately, the US problems grew into a major financial crisis which has caused a severe worldwide recession. World financial markets are no longer frozen, but things are far from back to normal. All the major economies are contracting simultaneously, for the first time since the Great Depression. The World Bank expects global industrial production to fall by 15% by the middle of this year, and world trade also to fall sharply, especially in Asia. Governments have taken bold steps to boost their economies, but in this unprecedented situation nobody can be sure what measures will work, or how quickly.
Singapore is doing all we can to buffer ourselves from the storm. We have launched the Skills Programme for Upgrading and Resilience (SPUR), and the "Resilience Package", which includes the Jobs Credit scheme. We have focused on preserving jobs, because when people have jobs they can look after themselves and their families. Unions and employers have supported these schemes. They have aligned the interests of employers and workers, and helped companies to think of cutting costs to save jobs, instead of cutting jobs to save costs.
Singapore’s recovery will depend on how the situation develops worldwide, especially in the US. An optimistic scenario is for the US economy to stabilise by the end of this year, and begin a gradual recovery next year. But this is not at all certain. The US recession may well continue into next year. In the worst case if the troubled banks are not put right, the problems can drag on for several years.
MTI has revised our growth forecast down to between minus 6% and minus 9%. While retrenchments and unemployment have gone up, new jobs are still being created. The situation would have been worse if not for the Resilience Package. Employers have more reasons to keep jobs with the support they get from the Jobs Credit, SPUR and other measures in the Resilience Package. But if global demand continues to be weak, we must expect more job losses, despite all our measures. In some sectors, things will get worse before they get better. We must prepare for a prolonged difficult period, and continue to build capabilities for the future.
But we have reason to be quietly confident. Our economy has important strengths. Our banks are sound, our industries are competitive, our wage systems are flexible, and many good jobs are still available. Our workers are cooperating with employers and the government, to acquire the skills which will make them more productive and employable. Our substantial reserves are funding programmes to counter the recession. Few countries are in as secure a position as Singapore.
Despite the unfavourable climate, our economic agencies are actively seeking new business opportunities. The Economic Development Board (EDB) continues to win investments. Many global companies have long term perspectives and are still launching projects in Asia. They see opportunities in this dynamic region, and know that Singapore provides a stable base for their Asian business.
Upcoming projects in the service sector, particularly the tourism industry, will create more jobs. Our two Integrated Resorts will be completed soon. Beyond that, we will have the Gardens by the Bay, the International Cruise Terminal and Asia’s first River Safari in Mandai.
We are also growing our external wing. International Enterprise (IE) Singapore is helping companies to win projects in China, India and the Middle East, where many opportunities still exist. It is also working with Trade Associations and Chambers of Commerce to access markets worldwide, in Latin America and even Africa. We must venture further afield to find new business opportunities, and think of more creative ways to make a living for ourselves.
The basic strategy for Singapore must still be to stay open and linked to the world. We prosper by servicing the region, Asia and the world, and by being equal to the best in niche areas. Thus banks in Singapore service customers from all over the region. We will still be a major financial centre, especially in areas like fund management or global treasury business. Our factories produce critical components for computers and active ingredients for drugs, often accounting for a third or more of the world market for those products. Unfortunately, our access to foreign markets will become more difficult, because governments will raise more protectionist barriers as they come under political pressure to help domestic producers. As we continue to develop new markets, our wide network of Free Trade Agreements with major trading partners will prove invaluable.
As an open economy, we must make ourselves globally competitive rather than try to protect ourselves from competition. We must gather talent from all over the world to strengthen the Singapore team. At the same time, we must upgrade the knowledge and skills of our own people. This downturn is an opportunity to mount a major effort in this area. Schemes like SPUR and Professional Skills Programme (PSP) convert slack manpower into learning opportunities. They help workers to become more productive, flexible and competitive.
Every Singaporean must do his or her part. I urge workers to go for training, to up-skill and reskill yourselves. If you are seeking a new job, do take up one of the many jobs still available, even if it is not your first choice. Have realistic salary expectations, and be willing to learn new things and adapt to different working conditions. I urge employers to think of all possible ways to save costs, and consider retrenchment only as a last resort. Make full use of government programmes and work closely with the unions. For any cost-cutting measures, management should lead by example. Most importantly, everyone must be mentally prepared, and be ready for sacrifices in these difficult times.
In many countries, workers are mounting angry protests and demonstrations as the economic pain deepens and more people lose their jobs. These outbursts are understandable, but unfortunately they do not make things better. In Singapore, our response to the crisis has been rational and constructive. Unions, employers and government are working together to find practical solutions, to explain to Singaporeans what is happening, and what we must do to see through the downturn. This cooperation depends on the trust and confidence among the tripartite partners built up over many decades. In this moment of stress and uncertainty, it is helping Singapore to stand out from other countries, enhancing our reputation and bringing in more investments and jobs.
We must use this crisis to prepare for a different, more competitive world when the storm passes. We must build resilience in a new generation of Singaporeans, and strengthen their bonds with a new team of leaders. Most of all, we must unite as a nation, keep our calm, unflinching spirit and emerge stronger from the crisis.
I wish all Singaporeans a Happy May Day
It is a waste of effort, time, air time, to listen, to read his crap
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u got any better idea to revive the GDP?
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Originally posted by Rednano:
u got any better idea to revive the GDP?
are you paid to revive the GDP? are u paid millions as the ministers? -
Originally posted by Fantagf:
are you paid to revive the GDP? are u paid millions as the ministers?He is paid to lick the backside of PAP
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Originally posted by xunni:
He is paid to lick the backside of PAP
and u can only lick your own
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Originally posted by candiz:
and u can only lick your own
and u don't even have your own to lick
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Originally posted by FireIce:
�为五斗米而折腰
I do not agree, u can take any jobs that comes along for the moment and at the same time looking for the field u want. U still moolah to feed urself. No? -
Originally posted by SpeedStar:
I do not agree, u can take any jobs that comes along for the moment and at the same time looking for the field u want. U still moolah to feed urself. No?maybe for u bah
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Well, just take the job. If you like it, well, just stay on, no big deal. If you don't like it, you will be motivated to change it.
Happy is most important. money comes second. but money can make you more happy though...
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at the end of the day, no one can help you, only you yourself can help yourself to get a job.
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always look at the positive side of the job.
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If you in real urgent need of money... maybe else better to look around more
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Originally posted by X-men:
If you in real urgent need of money... maybe else better to look around more
look for 大耳窿?
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economy bad?
still so many pple go restaurants eat... -.-"
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if the pay is good why not?
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Xunni, you want to work in retail, be prepared for the below:
$1200 for shop assistant, must know English and mandarin, no OT pay, work 6 days a week. If need to work on 7th day, compensate you with 1 day off. 1 Day off cannot take on weekend, and subject to approval.
Everyday 900am come open shop, do cleaning, then 10am start biz, shop close at 930 to 10pm, must stay back do stock count and settle accounts, 11pm then finish then go home, reach home 1145pm, din even see family cos they sleep liao, bathe, eat a bit, sleep at 1230am. Wake up at 630am, not by alarm clock, but by family members preparing for work.
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where got so jialat. If u got a degree or dip and dun mind retail hours and working during public holidays, most imptly got passion for cust service, then go ahead man. It can be fun to manage a retail store, dept store, a chain of stores, go on overseas buying trips to tokyo, seoul, paris, london etc.
Hey nt bad u knw.
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Even if you want that low paying job, can you compete with the foreigner who will work for a salary that is always lower than what you are willing to work for?
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where got so jialat. If u got a degree or dip and dun mind retail hours and working during public holidays, most imptly got passion for cust service, then go ahead man. It can be fun to manage a retail store, dept store, a chain of stores, go on overseas buying trips to tokyo, seoul, paris, london etc.
That is if you are managing the store for a reputable boutique.
Go overseas for buying trips, you think you are merchandiser ah?
If everybody go shopping trip, who tend the stores?
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if u got dip/degree, of course u enter as a mgt trainee right. So many of these jobs around.
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of cos wont la..
dun anyhow hum tam..
must choose the right one..
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Firstly u need Obama to revive the economy. Secondly u need Obama to have a salary like our PMs to be effecient and non corrupted.
So i jus think the economy will not come so soon as u expected .. get urself some part time job first