People Operations2022-05-27
industry. This extends over a wide range, including social media, SEO, pay-per-click, branding and content marketing. As companies increasingly rely on online engagement to grow their business, the field of digital marketing is expected to dominate in the coming years and generate a huge amount of job opportunities. Receiving an interview for a digital marketing role is a crucial step toward your dream job in the field. Whether your background was in data analytics, content strategy or public... Read more
Interview Skills2022-10-04
hearing “describe a difficult work situation.” You freeze because you can’t find a way to paint the situation with a positive twist or you can’t even think of a difficult situation. Your mind goes blank. What happens next? Coming up with examples of difficult situations at work gets tricky because you need to think of a challenging yet manageable situation. So you can show that you are the right candidate. Do not worry. We will teach you how... Read more
People Operations2023-04-25
information about the new employee which allows them to get along better when the new employee arrives for the first few days, creating a positive work environment for the new employee. With that being said, you might know what’s coming next. In this article, you will learn about: Why You Need to Announce & Introduce a New Employee How to Introduce a New Employee to the Team New Employee Introduction Email Template New Employee Introduction Email Samples New Employee Introduction... Read more
Interview Skills2022-04-27
about your short and long-term goals during an interview in different ways: What do you expect to achieve with this position? Where do you see yourself in five to ten years? What do you intend to achieve in the coming years? What would your objectives be for the following five years if you get this position? What is your career goal? No matter how the interviewer phrases the question, you should be ready to answer what are your goals... Read more
Cover Letter2020-12-30
the ultimate victim of the world. It’s best to stay honest, concise, and straightforward. Share what negatives have happened, how you have overcome such obstacles, and “evolved” into this better version of yourself. Personal Statement vs. Statement of Purpose Coming across application materials, two terms that appear the most often would be personal statement and statement of purpose. While both serve to showcase yourself as THE ONE for the program or school to which you’re applying, the two... Read more
Events2024-03-06
their careers in Taiwan. With this initiative, CakeResume is taking proactive steps to support the growth and development of talented individuals and help them establish their careers in a new and exciting environment. Taiwan — A Land of Opportunity and Diversity Coming from different backgrounds, all of the panelists shared one thing in common: traveling to Taiwan with an open mind, driven by curiosity rather than expectations, only to fall in love with the land and build successful careers here. The... Read more
People Operations2022-05-26
discussions. Still, formal and informal interviews share the same goal: to assess whether you are suitable for a company. Benefits of accepting an informal interview invitation: ✨ A chance to practice your interviewing skills Perhaps you have several more interviews coming up. An informal interview provides a great opportunity to practice for more traditional interviews since an informal interview is much more friendly and less stressing compared to a formal one. ✨ Unexpected career opportunities Informal interviews are often conducted... Read more
Career Development2024-03-06
world. Working in Singapore is therefore seriously recommended if you’re looking for a high-paying job. This is especially true for those interested in the technology sector , which is one industry that is expected to grow exponentially in the coming years with the addition of automation, AI, and digitalization. This will be aided by the emerging trends of digital literacy and focus on sustainability. As such, expats have plenty of opportunities to come live and find the best company... Read more
Interview Skills2020-06-20
What can you do after a job interview? There are many voices on the internet offering advice – some saying you should send an interview thank you email, a card or even presents, while others commenting that doing so may cause more harm than good. So, what is the best thing to do? When to Send Thank You Email After Interview? There are quite a lot of things a job seeker can do within 24 hours after an interview, such as... Read more
People Operations2024-03-06
Unconscious Bias in the Workplace: What Is It and How Can You Change It Did you know that your brain is subconsciously forming mini opinions all the time about people and situations? This is called unconscious bias and it can silently influence your decisions and interactions in the workplace. Unconscious bias (sometimes called ‘implicit bias’) refers to the automatic and unintentional judgments we make about others based on characteristics such as gender, age, race and more. According to a 2019... Read more
People Operations2024-03-06
Welcome Message for New Employees A new employee's first day on the job can be a bit daunting, and challenges will certainly arise during the first week at his or her new job. Common challenges that new employees may encounter during this time may include: Too much information to process Adjusting to the learning curve Managing the workload Trying to fit into the company culture Making mistakes during training etc. As an employer, you should help new hires joining... Read more
Career Planning2024-03-06
Singapore is a bustling and vibrant Asian city-state that has become a hotspot for expats looking for a long-term country to settle in. The selling points of living in Singapore are non-exhaustive: a world-class education system, extreme levels of safety, and a competitive job market are just a few of the biggest attractions that the country has to offer. TABLE OF CONTENTS Cost of Living in Singapore Finding Accommodations in Singapore Healthcare and Education Work and... Read more
News & Updates2024-03-06
Unleash Your Career Potential at Google Taiwan TLDR;; Google Taiwan has collaborated with CakeResume to host a Talent Connect Event at the beginning of September 2023, which attracted more than 1,600 enthusiasts. The event is aimed at international professionals seeking impactful careers in Hardware and Engineering, offering opportunities to explore careers in Taiwan. The event featured four elite Google Taiwan employees—Gregor Fan-Plath (Program Manager at Google Hardware Planning and Fulfillment), Milton Ribeiro (Hardware Engineering Lead at Google... Read more
Career Planning2022-07-26
Created by CakeResume In this article, we’ll cover: Types of scholarships How to find a scholarship How to apply for scholarships Tips for applying for a scholarship Now that you have made the decision to pursue further studies, you might be thinking about how you are going to fund your education. Whether you are starting your undergraduate studies, postgraduate studies or have already begun your studies, scholarships are a great resource to help cover the costs of your education... Read more
Resume & CV2021-05-06
More than 30% of CakeResume users are associated with software engineering background. As the most popular career choice in recent years, we would like to take this opportunity to share the Dos and Don’ts of Software Engineer resume with you to help you avoid making the same mistakes as others. Generally, job applicants can be divided into two categories: first, fresh job seekers who have just graduated; and second, people who have worked for a period of time (about... Read more
Cover Letter2022-06-27
Created by CakeResume In this article, you'll learn: Sample Cover Letter for Consulting Firms & Jobs What to Include in a Consulting Cover Letter Tips on How to Write a Consulting Cover Letter Writing a great cover letter for a consulting job is not enough. Your consulting cover letter must be exquisite and unique because consulting jobs are highly competitive, especially if you want to land your dream MBB job. McKinsey even mentions that a candidate's CV and cover... Read more
Cover Letter2022-08-30
Created by CakeResume In this article, we'll cover: Product Manager Cover Letter Examples How to Write a Cover Letter for a Product Manager Job Tips for Writing a Product Manager Cover Letter Product Manager Cover Letter Template Writing a product manager cover letter can be a challenging task. Product management is a vital part of a successful company, and a competitive role to break into. Product managers follow the life of their product and therefore have a variety of... Read more
Resume & CV2021-11-05
Created by CakeResume To write the perfect resume, not only does the content matter, but the font for the resume is crucial as well. By picking ATS-friendly fonts for resumes, your resume could be screened and remembered more easily. Therefore, you could stand out among other candidates. A good resume font should be easy to read. Hence, when you choose the font to use for your resume, keep note of selecting a simple but professional font. Moreover, a resume... Read more
Recruitment & HR2024-03-06
Whether it be for the sake of professional progression or conflict within the workplace, there are many reasons that an employee can announce their departure from a company. It is standard practice for either the company administration or the employee to announce their resignation to the staff as a matter of courtesy and respect. Announcing that an employee is leaving allows the staff to keep updated as to who their colleagues are so that work can continue as usual after... Read more
Resume & CV2021-10-20
Created by CakeResume Analytical skills refer to abilities that involve collecting and analyzing information, solving problems, and making decisions. Academically speaking, analytical skills are used to write essays where analysis is involved and come up with a coherent conclusion. Analytical skills are not only important in academics, but also in the workplace. Companies face a wide array of problems, thus analytical skills are required to formulate possible solutions and implement them to improve the organization’s processes. Analytical skills are... Read more