BY ROSHAN THIRAN. We all have our new years goals set up for the year, but the motivation to keep on track with these goals may dwindle with time. As the first month of the year slips away, let's take a look at how we can renew our self-discipline.

BY JULIET FUNT. How can we get rid of communication blind spots in our spoken or written behaviours? Read on simple tips the author provides in this article.

Whilst there maybe a checklist of classic burnout signs we should watch out for including physical exhaustion, lost of interest, feeling defeated, depression, or lack of motivation, yet many of us choose to ignore this exhaustion! The author in this article discusses ways or steps you can take to combat the feeling of burnt out.

Shame can hide in many places. This emotion can be concealed behind guilt or anger. It can also manifest itself as despair and depression. Break away from the taboo and talk about it with someone you trust. Have a read of this article and learn ways on how to overcome shame.

By ROSHAN THIRAN. In a culture where seniority and titles are indicators of power, you might be forgiven for thinking that authority alone is what makes someone a leader. In fact, effective leadership – if we want to take people beyond compliance – relies much more heavily on the ability to influence well.

By KAREN GATELY. Optimising your impact in an HR or leadership role requires you to engage in honest and courageous conversations that enable people to understand, accept and take ownership for shifting their reality.

By GREGG VANOUREK As an insidious virus spreads around the world, we are wise to stop and ask: what can it teach us? Much, I think. One question I am drawn to lately is this: what does the pandemic teach us about the role of business in society?

Mandarin Language Centre owner Luisa Lim shares the importance of Mandarin literacy to the carer advancement of the modern employee.