The Rising Voice of a New-Gen Artist Blending Chinese and Modern Painting In an increasingly interconnected world, the boundaries between cultural expression and artistic identity are becoming ever more fluid. Nawei, a bold young Canadian artist based in Singapore, is among the emerging generation of artists who masterfully blend the heritage of Chinese ink traditions with the color, energy, and imagination of modern art. With work that pulses with symbolism, movement, and soul, she’s carving a space that both honors the past and dares to redefine it. “I’ve been painting for as long as I can remember,” she reflects. “If there was a pen and a scrap of paper, I’d find myself sketching whatever came to mind or whatever I…
Australia has long been a popular destination for investment among Asian communities, and the past century has witnessed significant growth through the migration of Asian populations to Australia. Singaporeans are amongst those communities drawn to investment opportunities in Australia for many reasons, including but not limited to the benefit derived from its geographical proximity and historical ties with Australia, which have contributed to the close relationship fostered between the two countries. In investment and financial planning, trusts are often considered one of the most effective tools for achieving tax and succession planning goals. To help our readers better understand how trusts are used in wealth structuring and planning, we are pleased to introduce Rachael Grabovic, who shares her insights into…
Are you experiencing sleepless nights due to high staff turnover? Are you tired of investing time and resources in training employees, only to see them leave shortly after? If you find yourself caught in a relentless cycle of employee departures, take solace in knowing that you are not alone. The pervasive issue of staff turnover has troubled numerous businesses, leaving leaders like you searching for effective solutions. Table of ContentsThe Impact of COVID-19 on Talent ShortageEmbracing the Change1. Cost competitiveness2. Access to expertise and industry best practices3. Scalability and flexibilityHow to Reshape Business Success with Talent Outsourcing The Impact of COVID-19 on Talent Shortage The impact of COVID-19 has only exacerbated the challenges of finding and retaining talent. As the…
Image by patpitchaya on Shutterstock So, you may be wondering, is corporate social responsibility (CSR) really necessary? Couldn't corporations just focus on their primary purpose: providing shareholders with satisfactory returns? Well, that line of thinking, quite frankly, is now considered as outdated as fax machines. While it's true that businesses exist to make a profit, the measures of corporate success today have broadened. The emergence of CSR as an essential primer of modern corporate governance is no accident. It's a reflection of the evolving societal expectations of corporations. So, why has CSR become a non-negotiable for businesses? What is the definition of CSR? "Corporate Social Responsibility means pursuing business objectives in a manner that enhances your company's positive impact on society…
Is Your Organization Facing an Innovation Crisis? Low Innovation Scores Predict Bankruptcy in Just 2 to 3 Years What if the key to a company’s survival and success could be measured as precisely as its financial performance? For Professor Grant Burgess, a bacteriologist turned innovation expert, this question became the driving force behind a groundbreaking discovery. Through decades of experience in pure research and biotechnology, trying to understand how best to commercialise his ideas, he uncovered a startling reality: innovation isn’t just a buzzword it’s a measurable, quantifiable force that can determine whether a business thrives or fails. His journey, which began with studying the intricate workings of bacteria, led him to develop a revolutionary method to measure innovation. The…
