Take It From The Experts!

Take It From The Experts!

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Want to know what it's like working in our countrys major industries?

In this article well share with you the inspiring career advice from

Philip Lim, Managing Director & Head at DBS Franchise & DBS Strategy (Consumer Banking)

Alvin Ow, Senior Director, Systems Engineering at Symantec

Poh Yin, Advanced Practice Nurse at IMH

Quak Sim Hui, Operations Executive at Singapore Zoo



Passion fuels success in Banking & Finance


Like any other job, you must have an interest in it in order to do well", says Philip. To succeed in the Banking & Finance sector, you have to have the interest to work in a heavy financial environment, otherwise, you'll find yourself quitting after a short period of time. The field of banks undergoes changes all the time; as a worker in this field, you need to be open to new approaches and of course, professional in everything you do. You will need to check different scopes and take risks in order to get tasks done.


Those who intend to embark on a career in this industry should also have a knack for customer service, as banks are public institutions. It goes without saying that as a bank employee, you will be interacting with all kinds of people, Philip states.


A banking job can be challenging but it's very rewarding not only financially but also personally. You will be experiencing rejections while working in this industry and these pieces of negative memos will push you to become a better person. "One shouldnt be scared of rejection for it is part and parcel of life. When you become a Customer Service Representative or a Relationship Manager, Im sure that youll face plenty of rejections and complaints from your customers", Philip tells us, "Working in this industry will quicken your maturity. At the end of two years with us, Im sure youll emerge as a better person.


Challenging but fun in the IT field


"If one is looking for a highly charged, challenging and fun place to work, look no further", says Alvin, referring to his company and the industry of Information Technology in general. The fact that computers are constantly innovating makes an IT job demanding but exciting. "There is not a single moment where one is not challenging ones self to innovate and think out of the box", Alvin adds. Although a work in this field demands energy and time, it's very fulfilling. The energy within the company is simply amazing, and its not all work and no play, as we encourage a healthy work-life balance. A positive mind creates a positive work environment, Alvin shares.


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