Ever worried your feedback might come off the wrong way?
😬 Ever worried your feedback might come off the wrong way?
We’ve all been there—hesitating before giving someone constructive feedback, unsure how to say it right.
In this short clip, Nicole Quiogue Golloso, Regional DEI Lead at McCann Worldgroup and one of our incredible mentors at SEED Academy, shares her go-to framework: The Hamburger Technique.
How does the technique work?
✅ Start with something positive.
✅ Add your constructive point.
✅ Reinforce with another positive.
It’s a simple shift that makes your feedback easier to receive and more impactful.
🎥 Watch the full interview for Nicole’s practical tips on handling tough conversations with empathy.
At Stories of Asia, we bring together expert mentors and thought leaders, such as Nicole, to help you grow the human side of leadership—because feedback, inclusion, and trust are skills worth mastering.
P.S What’s your go-to method for giving feedback that lands well? Share below! 👇
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🔑 Partnerships That Last: It’s About Giving, Not Just Taking
🔑 Partnerships That Last: It’s About Giving, Not Just Taking
Partnerships aren’t just about deals; they’re about relationships. If you only focus on what you can take, you’ll struggle to build lasting connections that drive real growth.
Elizabeth Loh, Managing Director at Grow Connections, believes that real partnerships aren’t one-way transactions—they’re built on trust, value, and mutual success.
Her golden rule? “Three gives, one take.” Before expecting anything in return, focus on offering value, contributing insights, and nurturing trust.
🎥 Watch the full video to hear Elizabeth’s insights!
💡 Want to learn how to build partnerships that actually work? At Stories of Asia SEED Entrepreneurship Chapter | Scaling Through Partnerships, Elizabeth Loh, alongside other expert mentors, will share how startups and small businesses can find the right partners, foster meaningful collaborations, and scale smarter.
Mark your calendars:
📅 Date: Thursday, 20 March 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 - 9:30 PM SGT
📍 Location: Blk N Level 3, N313, Makersnode, Nanyang Polytechnic, 180 Ang Mo Kio Ave 8, Singapore
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Business mindset or stakeholder mindset—does the label really matter?
💡 Business mindset or stakeholder mindset—does the label really matter?
In today's evolving workplace, Elliot Lee, PhD, Managing Partner at LOF Consultants, challenges the conventional wisdom of what it means to have a "business mindset."
Instead of fixating on definitions, he emphasizes building relationships, learning from diverse stakeholders, and delivering value to others. Whether it's suppliers, clients, or colleagues, meaningful connections drive career growth more than any title or buzzword.
Don’t miss this insightful interview with Elliot Lee—watch the full video to explore his take on career growth.
🚀 Ready to Scale Your Startup? 🚀
Join us at Stories of Asia SEED Entrepreneurship Chapter | Scaling Through Partnerships: A Roadmap for Startups and Growing Companies and gaining real-world strategies through powerful collaborations!
📢 Moderated by expert mentor Elliot Lee, PhD, this interactive session will equip you with the insights, frameworks, and connections you need to build the right partnerships for faster, smarter, and more sustainable growth.
Event Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, 20 March 2025
⏰ Time: 7.00 - 9.30 PM SGT
📍 Location: Blk N Level 3, N313, Makersnode, Nanyang Polytechnic, 180 Ang Mo Kio Ave 8, Singapore 569830
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P.S. What does having a “business mindset” mean to you in your career? Let’s discuss!
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Can HR and Business Leaders Ever Truly Align? 🚀
Can HR and Business Leaders Ever Truly Align? 🚀
Some say HR and business leaders are constantly at odds. But is that really the case?
💡 D N Prasad, Founder and Executive Coach of Noetic Step, has a different take. He believes HR and business leaders can work together, not against each other.
In fact, he highlights how leadership plays a crucial role in orchestrating alignment—ensuring both people and business needs drive the organization forward.
🎥 Watch the full video to learn more on:
✅ Why HR and business priorities don’t have to clash
✅ How leaders can align strategy, people, and performance
✅ The key to creating synergy for organizational success
At Stories of Asia, we empower companies to break silos through mentorship, leadership training, and strategic storytelling—helping HR and business leaders build a future-ready workforce.
P.S. What’s the biggest challenge in aligning HR and business in your organization? Drop your thoughts below! ⬇️
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The Moment You Truly Become an Entrepreneur
The Moment You Truly Become an Entrepreneur
For the CEO of EduEdge & EdGrow, Edwin Cheng, entrepreneurship wasn’t just about building a business; it was about building a team and embracing responsibility.
From his early days in sales, learning about growth mindsets, goal setting, and smashing limiting beliefs, he thought he was just advancing his career.
But the real "aha" moment came when he realized that success wasn’t just personal—it was about leading and caring for a team, just as they care for the business.
🎥 Watch the full video to hear Edwin’s insights on stepping into leadership and truly owning the entrepreneur mindset.
At Stories of Asia, we believe that leadership is about transformation. Whether you're a growing startup or a scaling business, our expert-led training solutions help organizations navigate change, develop leadership, and drive impact.
P.S. When did you first realize you were ready to lead? Share your story in the comments!
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Career Disruptions Are Inevitable—Here’s How to Stay Ahead.
Career Disruptions Are Inevitable—Here’s How to Stay Ahead.
Disruptions happen. Plans change. The real question is: How do you adapt and move forward? As a leader, your ability to adapt and rally your team might be the game-changer when facing tough times.
Elliot Lee, Managing Partner at Lof Consultants Pte Ltd, reveals how to turn crisis into opportunity by identifying strengths, building the right support system, and taking action.
Watch the full video to hear expert insights from Elliot on navigating crises and transforming setbacks into opportunities.
🚀 The conversation perfectly aligns with our event "Stories of Asia SEED Career Support Chapter | Next Step, New You: Nail Your Career Move," designed for anyone feeling stuck in their career and ready for reinvention.
Join us, Elliot Lee, and more expert mentors for an opportunity to:
✅ Discover your unique strengths and leverage them for career growth.
✅ Gain clarity on your career path with practical, actionable goals.
✅ Learn from accomplished leaders who have navigated successful career transitions.
✅ Participate in exclusive group mentoring sessions and connect with experienced mentors.
Event Details:
📍 Date: 27 February 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 - 9:30 PM SGT
📍 Location: Phillip Capital Office, One Sims Lane, Singapore
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When faced with an unexpected career challenge, what’s the first thing you do? Drop your thoughts below! 👇
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Speaking Up vs. Staying Silent – How Do You Hold Your Ground?
🎤 Speaking Up vs. Staying Silent – How Do You Hold Your Ground?
In the workplace, we don’t always get to choose who we work with. Some leaders champion inclusion and collaboration, while others lean towards authoritarian leadership.
In this insightful conversation, Director of HR & Corporate Communications, Regional DEI Lead, Nicole Quiogue Golloso, shares how she navigates challenging dynamics, stays authentic, and speaks her truth—even when faced with strong opposing voices.
Watch the full video as Jevon Yang, Finance Business Partner and Content Creator, moderates this discussion with Nicole, and hear her full perspective! 👀
💡 Want to gain practical career insights like this?
Join Jevon, Nicole, and more SEED expert mentors at the Stories of Asia SEED Career Support Chapter | Next Step, New You: Nail Your Career Move, which is designed to help you:
✅ Discover your strengths and how to leverage them for career success
✅ Gain clarity on setting actionable, achievable career goals
✅ Learn from seasoned leaders who’ve navigated career transitions and workplace challenges
✅ Build a strong network with professionals and mentors in exclusive group mentoring sessions
Event Details:
📍 Date: 27 February 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 - 9:30 PM SGT
📍 Location: Phillip Capital Office, One Sims Lane, Singapore
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P.S. What’s your biggest challenge when advocating for inclusivity in the workplace? Put in the comment below 👇
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Careers Rarely Go as Planned—Are You Ready for the Unexpected?
🎯 Careers Rarely Go as Planned—Are You Ready for the Unexpected?
We all start our careers with a vision, but how often does reality match the plan?
Julia Chin, Director at JFourth Solutions, shares how over her 30-year career, she has moved across 10 companies, multiple roles, and even countries—proving that career paths are rarely linear.
She also mentioned that the key to navigating the unexpected is to have a Plan B. Watch this video below to hear Julia’s insights on adapting to career shifts for long-term success.
🚀 Want to take charge of your career transition?
Join us and Julia Chin at Stories of Asia SEED Career Support Chapter | Next Step, New You: Nail Your Career Move, where you will meet top industry mentors who will help you:
✅ Discover your strengths and how to leverage them for career growth.
✅ Gain clarity on setting actionable, achievable career goals.
✅ Learn from successful leaders who’ve navigated career transitions and overcome setbacks.
Event Details:
📍 Date: 27 February 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 - 9:30 PM SGT
📍 Location: Phillip Capital Office, One Sims Lane, Singapore
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P.S. What’s the biggest career change you never saw coming? Share your experience below! ⬇️
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🚨 Worried About Falling Behind After a Sabbatical?
🚨 Worried About Falling Behind After a Sabbatical?
Taking a sabbatical might feel like a step back, but it doesn’t have to be. Kathleen Seah, Director of Human Capital at PhillipCapital, reveals how you can overcome the fear of being left behind in the workforce and truly “refresh” your career.
In this video, Kathleen shares how to use a sabbatical as an opportunity to realign your professional goals, stay relevant, and prepare for your next big move. 📈
Don’t let the fear of falling behind hold you back. Watch her advice, then take the next step in your career journey.
Want to hear more from Kathleen? She’ll be at our Next Step, New You: Nail Your Career Move event as a SEED Expert Mentor.
Don’t miss out on this chance to meet her and other expert mentors in person!
Event Details:
📍 Date: 27 February 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 - 9:30 PM SGT
📍 Location: Phillip Capital Office, One Sims Lane, Singapore
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P.S. How are you planning to make the most of your career break or sabbatical? Share below! 👇
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Feeling Stuck in Your Career? Here’s Why Skills Matter More Than Tenure
Feeling Stuck in Your Career? Here’s Why Skills Matter More Than Tenure
Many mid-career professionals assume that staying loyal to a company will naturally lead to a promotion. But in today’s job market, that’s no longer the case.
So, what’s the solution? In this short video with Ophilia Yong, a certified coach practitioner and an HR Business Partner at Orange Business, mentioned that instead of waiting for a promotion, start to take control of your career by upskilling, reskilling, and even cross-skilling yourself.
Your next step doesn’t always have to be outside; sometimes, growth happens where you least expect it.
Watch this full video to hear career advice from the expert mentor, Ophilia Yong, on how to navigate career stagnation.
💡 If you're feeling stuck and unsure about your next career move, we’ve got you! Join us to hear more expert insights at Stories of Asia SEED Career Support Chapter | Next Step, New You: Nail Your Career Move, where Ophilia Yong will be attending as a SEED Expert Mentor alongside other industry leaders.
Don’t miss this chance to:
✅ Identify your unique strengths and use them to accelerate your career growth.
✅ Get clear on your career direction with practical, actionable goals.
✅ Gain insights from accomplished leaders who have successfully transitioned in their careers.
✅ Engage in exclusive group mentoring sessions to connect with experienced mentors.
Event Details:
📍 Date: 27 February 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 - 9:30 PM SGT
📍 Location: Phillip Capital Office, One Sims Lane, Singapore
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P.S. What’s one skill that helped you break through career stagnation? Share below! 👇
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🚨 Is compliance a burden or a business advantage?
🚨 Is compliance a burden or a business advantage?
When leaders embrace compliance as a business enabler rather than a burden, it creates a culture where ethical behavior thrives through the organization.
When done right, compliance becomes more than risk management—it becomes a competitive advantage.
In this insightful discussion, Julia Chin, Chief Regulatory Affairs Officer at XCube, explains how leadership shapes compliance culture and ensures safe environments for whistleblowers.
Watch the video as Kit Lim, DEI Leader, moderates this discussion on how compliance can be an enabler, not a barrier, to business success.
At Stories of Asia, we help organizations shape stronger workplace cultures through expert-led corporate training, thought leadership, and community-driven initiatives.
P.S. What is the biggest challenge in fostering a culture of compliance? Share it below! ⬇️
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Ever felt torn between where you are and where you want to be?
Ever felt torn between where you are and where you want to be?
That tension might just be the key to meaningful change.
Daryl Lim, Co-Founder and Partner at DesignThinkers Academy Singapore, shares his take on creative tensions, explaining how these moments of internal conflict can reveal opportunities to not only improve your work but also enrich your life.
Discover more in this short video below, hosted by HR Business Partner of GE Power Conversion, Kennie Lee, about how leaning into these tensions can help you pivot toward becoming the best version of yourself—both personally and professionally.
With Stories of Asia, you will be exposed to industry experts, such as Daryl and Kennie , who guide individuals in transforming their dreams into reality.
P.S. What’s your biggest creative tension right now? Let’s discuss in the comments!
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