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43% of Hong Kongers are looking to change jobs in 2017

A survey by the career platform JobsDB shows an increased number of people currently employed (43% compared to 39% last year) in Hong Kong have indicated they are looking to change jobs. Main reasons for seeking new employment opportunities are better salaries and more career advancement opportunities.Another research, conducted

China Market

Green Card upgrade in China

China is upgrading the Foreign Permanent Residence ID Card (also known as Green Card) starting from 16th June 2017. Existing green card holders can apply immediately for the new card, which will take approximately twenty days to process. Alternatively they can opt to use the existing card until its expiry

Hong Kong update

Hong Kong crowned world’s most competitive economy

In the annual ranking by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) Hong Kong placed first out of 63 economies, for the second year in a row. The ranking is based on four competitiveness indicators: economic performance, government efficiency, business efficiency and infrastructure.Hong Kong was ranked first on two

Changing careers

It is time to up-skill your digital ability

Do you know what artificial intelligence (AI) is? If not, have you heard of the name AlphaGo which has been extensively mentioned on the news over the last years?AlphaGo, an artificial intelligence program invented by Google’s DeepMind, is developed to play the ancient Chinese board game Go (also

Singapore Market

Singapore comes out tops in Asia Pacific for talent competitiveness

Singapore came in second after Switzerland in the Global Talent Competitive Index (GTCI) which ranked more than 100 countries according to their ability to develop, attract and retain talent.The city state came in the top place in Asia Pacific for the third year in a row. Australia was the

Coaching

Why it is difficult for us to step outside our comfort zone

Have you ever been asked to talk or answer a question in front of a group of people? Did you feel nervous or scared to do so and secretly asked yourself why you were so unlucky? If so, you might need to be aware of staying too much in your

Career

Facebook is one of the reference checks for your potential employers

A survey from Microsoft found that 79% of employers use social networking sites (Facebook/Twitter) before making the final decision on hiring a candidate. A candidate’s social media profile will be checked by potential employers when it comes to assessing their suitability for jobs and his/her personality.Here

Thailand Market

Investments in Thailand up by 20 percent

Thailand’s corporate and state enterprises plan to invest more than Bt1 trillion this year, including projects eligible for tax incentives from the Board of Investment (BOI), according to a survey by The Nation.This is more than 20 per cent higher than last year’s total investment value, suggesting

Singapore Market

Singapore’s salary and employment outlook

The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) has released its fourth quarterly analysis on the labour market situation for 2016 which included unemployment, employment, redundancy, and job vacancy. The unemployment rate rose to 3% in 2016, with the number of job vacancies decreasing to a four-year low in December 2016.Despite the

China Market

China companies look to branding to attract talent

There is a positive outlook on hiring by Chinese companies in 2017 according to a recent survey conducted by an international recruiter. The global recruitment specialist took a sample of 3400 employers in Asia in order to find out more about employment trends, salary standards and expected employment growth in

Hong Kong

Hong Kong hiring 2017: increases in head count and salary

Although a slight dip in some industries is expected for 2017 and the unemployment rate seems to remain a stable 3.3 per cent, the total economy is forecast to grow by 2 to 3 per cent, according to Hong Kong Trade Development Council Research.A recent survey by a

China Market

The Swiss Chamber of Commerce - Women success stories

The Swiss Chamber of Commerce invites women who have made it to the top and women with the entrepreneurial spark who are looking to get there to come together, share stories, and be inspired.CHE Chew Chan, Shanghai Branch Manager, JM Gemini Personnel LimitedChew Chan, or CC as she is

Hong Kong update

Hong Kong Unemployment Rate 3.3 percent (December 2016 - February 2017)

The latest unemployment statistics stood at 3.3 per cent in the three months to February 2017. The underemployment rate decreased to 1.2 per cent in November 2016 – January 2017, according to the Census and Statistics Department. “The jobless rate benefited from the relative improvement of inbound tourism

Career

Step out of your comfort zone and challenge yourself to achieve more

It is time to challenge yourself! As poet T.S. Elliot famously said, “Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.” Why not force yourself to find out? We would like to share a project “100 Days Without Fear”

Career

Email templates every job-seeker needs

Nowadays, Email is a common tool of communication used by recruiters or hiring managers to contact their potential candidates. Email communication may be one of the impressive ways to personalize your message, present a sincere attitude and provide some insights to your personal style. Some useful tips for job seekers

China Market

New foreign employment permit system in China

China will combine its Foreign Work Permit and Expert Permit programs into a single Employment Permit scheme beginning 1st October 2016.Foreign nationals who have previously applied for either a Foreign Work Permit or Expert Permit will soon apply for the new Employment Permit. Applicants should expect the possibility of

Career progression/planning

Questions to unlock your authentic career

Ashley Stahl is an American national security professional turned entrepreneur, speaker and career coach. She coaches Millennials on how to find their purpose, master the job hunt, and eventually transition into entrepreneurship. A Gallup survey showed that 71% of workers are either “not engaged” or “actively disengaged” from

Gemini News

Linkedin 7th most socially engaged agencies in the medium enterprises category

LinkedIn has so kindly awarded Gemini Personnel Limited, 7th Most Socially Engaged Agencies in the Medium Enterprises category.This ranking is a reflection of a firm’s diligence and dedication to integrating social media into their business and it shows which staffing firms are harnessing the power of LinkedIn exceptionally

Career

Most creative resumes we have ever seen

Employers receive vast numbers of resumes every day from candidates hoping to land that dream job. Your résumé is the first step in introducing yourself, not only does it show your qualifications, skills and working experience, it also gives you an opportunity to show your personality and creativity.For most

Work Life Balance

Fun things you can do this weekend

Friday is here! It is time to plan your weekend to recharge and power up.There are many ideas on a strict budget; you can do it during your days off.Go Exercise.Run, walk, hike, swim, dance or something else! Turn on your iPod and start doing your exercise.

Career

Quit your job before you got an offer?

Are you still thinking about when to quit your job? Have you planned what you could do after quitting? Leave now and never look back? How long has this idea been in your mind? Has this been a week? A year, or perhaps 10 years and more? The core

Career

Say goodbye to career planning - Tim Clark TEDx Talks

Whether it’s as you run up to graduation or in the formative years of your career there seems to be an increased emphasis on planning, planning your career, making sure each step you take is aligned to the longer-term goals, ensuring your plan meets the approval of family, friends,

Gemini News

PSB Academy Annual Career Fair

The PSB Academy Annual Career Fair is a strategic and excellent platform for prospective employers to meet potential candidates in person and to recruit PSB Academy students and alumni at the fair. Through this event, organizations were able to raise their company profile as an employer of choice to PSB

Career progression/planning

Things successful people do on weekends

It’s Friday again! What will you do this weekend to help you unwind?The weekend gives us an opportunity to relax and re-boost ourselves for the week ahead. What do you do on your weekend to get you in the right frame of mind for a successful week?

Career

Questions that can help you find your dream job

Are you looking for your dream job but not sure exactly what it is?“Sometimes on the way to a dream you get lost and find a better one” don’t be afraid to explore all possibilities and be open to changes. Persevere and you will find your dream job