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The pandemic is finally ending its term and travel is back in our bucket list again! In this last episode for Season 2, Jon and Jed argue why international travel is one of the best investments you can make for your career and how they owe their success to the places and people they’ve met.

Sure, we work because we have a purpose to fulfill. But fundamentally, we work because most of us have to put food on the table. In this episode, Jon and Jed read letters about frequently asked questions on getting fair salaries, claiming your leaves, and asking about bonuses in a job interview.

Jon and Jed talk about the qualities of a senior they wished they had when they were still juniors. Also, is it more fitting to call someone a leader, a manager, a boss—or should they be interchangeable? This is an episode dedicated for the amazing leaders who shaped our careers for the best.

Jon and Jed talk about their tried-and-tested personal hacks for getting their tasks done faster and with less costs. In this episode, we talk about the benefit of taking naps and how you can trick your brain to finish tasks you hate doing.

If your boss adds you on Facebook, should you accept the request? Should you ask permission from HR if you want to post something about your company? Jon and Jed explore this question together with other issues concerning your relationships with colleagues in the age of social media.

Since the pandemic confirmed that remote & hybrid work can be productive and manageable, freelancing has become a sustainable option for many millennials in pursuing their career. In this episode, Jon and Jed reminisce about their stories as freelancers and share tips on what to watch out for if you decide to take this path too.

Working your hardest to get that promotion is a given in every ambitious worker’s life. Getting people to promote you, on the other hand, is a different story. In this episode, Jon and Jed discuss the politics behind your promotion, and what can you do to get what you deserve.

There's one person who you likely spend most of your time with on a daily basis apart from your loved ones or friends — and that would be your boss. Should you have a professional or casual approach to them? In this episode, Jon and Jed explore the delicate art of balancing relationships at work.

Jon and Jed reminisce about their stints working abroad and answer listeners' questions about the challenges and rewards of being an expatriate. Do you really get to save and earn more when you work abroad? Does having an MBA degree give you an edge in applying for a stint abroad? We answer these questions from a millennial perspective.

Contrary to how society views it, quitting can be a good thing when the timing and reasons are right. But what criteria should one consider in deciding to seek greener pastures? Jon and Jed share tips on quitting your job in this episode.

As businesses bounce back from the pandemic, companies are starting to hire again. In this episode, Jon and Jed talk about some myths about job hunting. Do you need approval for your resignation? Is it okay to take on more than one job at a time? We share tips on how you can take on a new career journey with confidence.

How do you convince a person to attend your meeting, buy your product, or say yes to a favour? Whether it's with your parents or a colleague, the science of negotiation applies the same. In this episode, Jon and Jed share science-backed tips on how to negotiate effectively.

Jon and Jed share their favourite apps and software that have significantly improved their productivity - From instant messaging, to e-mail, and even video calls, this is an episode that celebrates how technology has evolved how we work!

Is it true that merit takes a backseat when we interact with someone who's pleasing to the eye? From promotions to getting job interviews, Jon and Jed investigate how the corporate world gives unfair advantage to workers blessed with symmetry and height. We also discuss how employees compensate through cosmetic surgeries, power dressing, and confidence.

As the pandemic is settling down, and the world is finally starting to open up, organisations are asking employees to return to the office, this time with a firm grip. But are employees ready and willing to go back? In this episode, Jon and Jed discuss trends on how companies around the world are luring employees back to their office desks, and also discuss tips on how to manage one's anxiety when you feel uneasy working in your cube.

If you had to choose, which colleague would you rather work with? A - someone who is competent but is also a jerk, or B - someone who needs more training and guidance but is lovable? In this episode, Jon and Jed discuss tips on how to be more likable at work and why likability is an essential ingredient to one's success in the corporate world.

Feeling down in today’s challenging times? Jon and Jed discuss their experiences in overcoming stress and anxiety as they continue to face the pandemic and other modern-day problems. They also talk about the benefits of karaoke, how a study about rats gives light to causes of depression, and why it’s important to treat motivation like a financial asset.

It's been proven empirically for over a decade now - companies that celebrate diversity have happier, more innovative, and high-performing employees. But what does it take to celebrate it? And why should we define diversity beyond ethnicity, gender, and age? In this episode, Jonathan speaks to Global Inclusion expert, Bert Vercamer, on how organisations should champion diversity, especially when remote and hybrid work are now the norm.

Without a doubt, your confidence determines your success. In this episode, Jon and Jed share their best practices on how to win conversations at work - why people with lower voices sound more commanding, why it's better to label a "problem" as a "challenge", and why doing the 'Superman Pose' before you face an audience gives you that much needed edge.

Discussing politics at work is a gray area that could endanger your career. Do employers have the right to limit your freedom to talk about your stance? Is it in the best interest of business owners to be vocal about the issues that matter to them? How do you keep your relationship with a colleague who disagrees with your views? Jonathan investigates with guest sociologist, Nicole Curato, if there is place for political correctness in the office.

Like many millennials who have resigned from their jobs during the pandemic, employees today are lured to chase more "freedom" and "flexibility" by venturing out on their own. But what are the costs? In this episode, Jon and Jed share both joyful and painful lessons they learned from shifting from employment to entrepreneurship.

Jon and Jed admit they can't stop checking their e-mails, even when they're on vacation. As the year ends and we usher in the holiday season, they talk about best practices and tips on how to enjoy one's vacation leave (and how to effectively file for one) amidst work.

Jon and Jed read letters from listeners asking for career advice. In this episode, we talk about career dilemmas on juggling romantic love with career, pursuing a career that has nothing to do with your university degree, quitting a job you're unhappy about, and what to do when you just missed out on a promotion.

Saying "NO" is a tough act to do at work, especially when you're saying it to someone senior. But there are graceful and constructive ways of saying it without compromising relationships. In this episode, Jon and Jed break down some best practices on how to effectively challenge someone's idea in a meeting, reject a colleague asking for a favour, or decline a customer asking for more discounts.

You only appreciate the things important to you the moment they're taken away, right? That includes the perks and joys of workplace interaction, business travels, and the concept of an "office". In this episode, Jon and Jed reminisce the pre-pandemic era of work, and give their predictions on how it will evolve in the new normal.