Just Do It (Whatever “It” Is)
I’ve had a bit of writer’s block of late. It happens. Life happens. Too many things going in the real world, as well as in my head. Plenty of distractions. But in the last...
Tagged: job interview
How to Negotiate Your Salary (Even in These Challenging Times)
So, you’ve navigated the interview process and just been offered your dream job. Now the hard work begins – it’s time for the dreaded conversation. It’s time to negotiate your salary and benefits. And...
Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying
“Get busy living or get busy dying,” is one of my favorite quotes from one of my favorite movies, The Shawshank Redemption. Maybe it’s a tenuous link for this post but bear with me....
Where Do You See Yourself in Five Years’ Time?
As interview questions go, “Where do you see yourself in five years’ time?” has become a standard in some quarters. It’s a template question, particularly for entry-level jobs. We’re all supposed to have a...
COVID-19 and New Challenges for Banks
COVID-19 has thrown up new challenges for banks in Asia and across the world. And that means challenges for finance jobs in general. Even before the pandemic, the industry was navigating a challenging operating...
Is it Time for a Career Pivot?
Is this the right time for a career pivot? Let’s be honest, the world has changed, including in Asia.. That’s why you have to prepared for a different working world. Previous blog posts have...
Being Prepared for Online Job Interviews
Have you ever considered online job interviews? Well, the coronavirus has kicked in a new way of doing things in many areas. We all have to adapt to a new reality. “WFH” (or “work...
COVID-19 Will Make You Adapt to Change
What a strange year 2020 has been so far. As I often mention on this site, times change. Things come and go. We adapt to change. And, eventually, we mean revert to some version...
Self Care in the Time of Coronavirus
During challenging economic times, it’s vital we all keep an eye on what matters: self care. Yes, the world is currently going to rack and ruin. It’s what happens with cycles. Boom and bust...
Barclays Interview Questions
So let’s look at some Barclays interview questions that you might see on a graduate or internship program. Sourced from entry-level job candidates, these are actual questions asked, similar to the Citigroup interview questions...
