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by sparkling
Wed, 15 Feb 2012 4:15 pm
Forum: Careers & Jobs in Singapore
Topic: Fluent English speaking Jobs
Replies: 32
Views: 14915

Why would being in a nondescript job lead someone to develop an entitlement complex?

I am inclined to think the entitlement complex personality developed way before then though you would think that a nondescript job would teach one to be more humble.
by sparkling
Fri, 18 Feb 2011 9:35 am
Forum: Careers & Jobs in Singapore
Topic: Mid Career Switch
Replies: 5
Views: 11186

MS - Your history is very interesting. Good for you. From your other posts, it appears that you are quite financially savvy and have put away enough to pursue your dreams. However, while science is an interesting field, it is not very lucrative. People tend to switch careers away from science. To ea...
by sparkling
Tue, 07 Dec 2010 9:43 am
Forum: Careers & Jobs in Singapore
Topic: What Can I expect ?? EP , SALARY RANGE a few clarifications.
Replies: 17
Views: 11944

For the covering letter, it is best to use plain simple English rather than unwieldy long sentences with big words.
by sparkling
Thu, 02 Dec 2010 3:04 pm
Forum: Staying, Living in Singapore
Topic: Why are people so rude on the MRT!! Some1 Enlighten me!
Replies: 166
Views: 89943

Interestingly, the same people who push their way into the train without letting people alight are the very same ones who will stand to the right of the escalator.

obviously, they are not in such a hurry if they can block people who are in a genuine hurry on the escalators.
by sparkling
Mon, 29 Nov 2010 4:11 pm
Forum: Careers & Jobs in Singapore
Topic: Teaching English in Singpore
Replies: 5
Views: 5309

There are also a number of private english language schools which provide english enrichment classes....
by sparkling
Mon, 29 Nov 2010 4:04 pm
Forum: Careers & Jobs in Singapore
Topic: indian dentists
Replies: 36
Views: 66301

I meant

"even if your dental degree is not recognised in Singapore"

and I would add that "at least some others have indicated that they are willing to be dental hygienist, nurses etc."

It's all about your attitude.... and what you are willing to do.....
by sparkling
Mon, 29 Nov 2010 3:58 pm
Forum: Careers & Jobs in Singapore
Topic: indian dentists
Replies: 36
Views: 66301

To Reni and all the other whingers….. The Goverment does not owe you anything....... Why should the Govt act for you? However, if there is a shortage of dentists in Singapore, the Government will act for the benefit for the country. I am not familar with the requirements for a dentist to practice. O...
by sparkling
Mon, 20 Sep 2010 10:48 am
Forum: 30's Club
Topic: Any Aussie gathering for the Grand Final this weekend?
Replies: 2
Views: 3195

Any Aussie gathering for the Grand Final this weekend?

Hi there

Are there any gathering at a pub for the Grand Final this weekend?
by sparkling
Wed, 11 Aug 2010 4:12 pm
Forum: Enrichment Classes
Topic: Chemistry tutor
Replies: 1
Views: 2998

I know of someone with a chemistry degree from Australian university who may be able to help.

Born and bred and schooled in Australia throughout.
by sparkling
Thu, 05 Aug 2010 1:12 pm
Forum: Relocating, Moving to Singapore
Topic: This thing works!
Replies: 10
Views: 6324

For the EPEC, there is a list of accepted institutions.
by sparkling
Wed, 28 Jul 2010 2:00 pm
Forum: Careers & Jobs in Singapore
Topic: Singapore salary comparison with Australia
Replies: 16
Views: 32309

Australian PR may take years to process. AU employees may not consider your application unless you have residency because without residency, you do not have a right to work. Like the previous poster, it is not that easy to secure employment in Australia. If you take the plunge, you have to have the ...
by sparkling
Wed, 28 Jul 2010 10:43 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Australia has a new PM
Replies: 33
Views: 17190

Whether the PM is male or female is irrelevant.

What matters is whether the PM can do the job or not.

Julia G is probably just as bad as Rudd, if not worse.
by sparkling
Mon, 26 Jul 2010 10:26 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Aussie Elections
Replies: 9
Views: 4605

You can vote at the Australian High Commission in Singapore.
August 21 is on a Saturday.
If you have a five-day work week, there is no need to take annual leave.

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