One Step Back, Two Steps Forward

Joelle Pang, General Manager for Malaysia and Regional Business Development Director of FastJobs

22-Jul-20 11:00

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Joelle Pang, a Singaporean with 12 years of experience in technology start-ups in the e-commerce, recruitment, mobile and on-demand space, is now the general manager for Malaysia and regional business development director of FastJobs. She discusses her entrepreneurial struggles, how she manages her mental health, and the importance of facilitating hiring in the post-pandemic landscape.

Produced by: Christine Wong

Presented by: Christine Wong

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Categories: Technology, Tech, Personal Finance, Investments, Financial Literacy, Young Finance, Personal Development, Entrepreneurship

Tags: hiring, entrepreneurship, mental health, job opportunities, FastJobs,

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