The continuing GLOBAL stressful thread! Part II

[kobayashiGT]

33 minutes ago, zipping said:

https://www.todayonline.com/8days/seeanddo/groom-sends-wedding-dinner-invoice-no-show-guests-sporean-couples-weigh#mdcrecs_s

Groom Sends Wedding Dinner Invoice To No-Show Guests, S’porean Couples Weigh In

Then like that I shall open gym. Those a bit chubby one, I will ask them to pay for my gym. Whether they want or not. 🤑

[Jamesc]

Oi grey shirt I don't want to see your backside. I want to see the fight.

On 9/8/2021 at 8:31 PM, Jellandross said:

Limpeh vs Limpeh #boomersMMA

 

 

 

[Picnic06-Biante15]

12 minutes ago, kobayashiGT said:

Then like that I shall open gym. Those a bit chubby one, I will ask them to pay for my gym. Whether they want or not. 🤑

If you open a gym, hope you also not a instructor there ....... 

Ppls look at you, no six piece pegs, no biceps and no V shape, all straight from shoulders to legs. Who want to come ..

 

[kobayashiGT]

7 minutes ago, Picnic06-Biante15 said:

If you open a gym, hope you also not a instructor there ....... 

Ppls look at you, no six piece pegs, no biceps and no V shape, all straight from shoulders to legs. Who want to come ..

 

I will just sit at the cashier corner. collect all the membership fee only. hahaha. I loser, cannot be instructor one lah. 🤣

[Jamesc]

Christmas has been cancelled in England because of Brexit.

Santa Claus is from North Pole and that's in Scandi so he cannot work in Britain.

Not even for one night.

[Picnic06-Biante15]

11 minutes ago, Jamesc said:

Christmas has been cancelled in England because of Brexit.

Santa Claus is from North Pole and that's in Scandi so he cannot work in Britain.

Not even for one night.

He just fly across and drop the presents into the chimney ....

He has no landing rights but can fly bye ...

[Jamesc]

4 minutes ago, Picnic06-Biante15 said:

He just fly across and drop the presents into the chimney ....

He has no landing rights but can fly bye ...

His toys not customs clearance yet!

So cannot!

And must pay import duty.

[Jamesc]

Thailand Deputy Minister had visited a flooded area as she was concerned over students and school officials in areas affected by tropical storm ‘Dianmu’ last weekend.

[Jamesc]

On her way home she fought off a shark about to eat one of her school boys!

[Sdf4786k]

Looks like WFH is coming to an end soon as the harmony of the family has taken a toll.……..

 

Are you beginning to feel the signs of overwork? You are likely not alone. A 2021 work-life balance surveyrevealed that Singapore had one of the most overworked populations across different cities in the world, clinching the #2 spot behind Hong Kong –– with 25.1% of full-time employees clocking in more than 48 hours in each workweek. 

This isn’t new, however. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, Singapore has had a burgeoning work problem. It was still the second-most overworked city in 2019, only trailing behind Tokyo, a city with such long-standing overwork issues that they already have a name for it –– karoshi, which translates to “death by overwork.”

Why are Singaporean employees overworked?

There are several reasons why Singaporeans subscribe to the collective culture of overtime. Our nature of excellence has led us to create one of the most intense workplaces in the world, compounded by the industries’ shift to work-from-home schemes due to the pandemic.

While the circuit breaker has demonstrated that various workplaces can work just as well with a remote setup, the prevailing presenteeism culture has also affected its optimisation and effectiveness. If employees in the past felt compelled to stay behind until their bosses leave even long after work is done, today’s remote culture has employees working overtime out of the guilt that many workers feel while WFH: that they are not putting in enough work, or not being productive enough.

Although managers may feel distressed over being unable to watch over their team’s shoulders, research shows otherwise. A study by Harvard Business Review shows that workers are even more productive while working from home, viewing their work as more worthwhile while being able to prioritise important tasks without being drawn into large meetings. 

Ideally, a remote working setup can and should be able to facilitate a better work-life balance, especially for those with young children or elderly parents to care for, plus other responsibilities at home. Yet reality seems to paint an opposite picture: Bloomberg reports that people who work from home clock in three hours more each day than before.

With evidence proving that working from home can be more productive for employees, the demand to work longer hours, explicit or otherwise, can cause further strain on workers’ well-being. With the blurring of boundaries between work and home, and without a physical place to time in and out from, working beyond 5 pm from the comforts of your own home becomes an all too easy endeavour.

Is it illegal to overwork employees?

According to Singapore’s Employment Act, employees should work a maximum of 44 hours each week –– any work rendered beyond that will entitle employees to overtime pay. That said, this law only applies to certain employees: (a) a workman, such as one doing manual labour, who earns a basic monthly salary of not more than S$4,500; (b) a non-workman who earns a basic monthly salary of not more than S$2,600. If you fall under any of these classifications, your employer must comply with providing your overtime (OT) pay to avoid any legal liabilities.

Here’s a caveat: managers and executives are not covered by this act and are not entitled to overtime pay. Other professions not covered by this law include professionals with tertiary education and specialised knowledge and skills such as doctors, dentists, solicitors, advocates, and chartered accountants.

Burnout symptoms: signs that you are overworked

While maintaining a work-life balancecan be difficult, being overworked is not healthy –– it affects your mood, your well-being, relationships with family and friends, and even makes you much more unproductive in the long run.

When done right, however, working remotely can help you create a more flexible scheme that can help you strike a better balance in your life. Here are signs that you are overworked, plus tips on how to resolve them.

You have trouble “switching off.”

Your mind has trouble disconnecting from work, even when the clock has hit 5 pm. With the lines between work and home continuing to blur, this could cause some difficulty disengaging from work, leaving you with an “always-on” mindset even when it’s time to rest.

You feel you always have to “catch up.”

The work situation amidst COVID-19 may have led to retrenchment, forcing one person to take on the responsibility of two or three people. Or perhaps, new and dramatic changes to your organisation’s structure and business process may have left you with more work than usual. Whatever the case, you may always feel that you are running behind, stressed by needing to “catch up” with a pile of work that never seems to run out.

You feel disconnected from friends and family.

You no longer have enough time to socialise and bond with friends and loved ones –– and in the windows of time that you do, you are too frazzled and stressed by the prospect of work that you are unable to connect meaningfully with these people. You may feel that you are missing out on important milestones and events in your life while losing the energy to socialise and catch up. 

Your quality of work feels unsatisfactory, despite your best efforts.

You feel unsatisfied by your work and believe that its quality has reduced compared to past performances –– even though you have spent considerable time and effort working on it. Your creativity may feel blocked or stifled as if a mental wall is hindering you from reaching your fullest potential.

The beginning of each week gives you anxiety.

You’re familiar with the weekly dread every Sunday when the next day signals the beginning of another work week. In some cases, this emotion may feel more intense, making you feel more worried and fearful –– as in the case of a big project or presentation that is coming up.

How to deal with overwork

Work on an everyday WFH routine.

The most common advice to anyone adjusting to a new WFH or remote setup is to establish an everyday routine. It’s simple: routines work. While those sticking to a 9-to-5 may take schedules for granted –– nothing is more rigid than sticking to an eight-hour workday, after all ––, an effective WFH routine considers all aspects of your daily life.

Begin by outlining what you want to achieve that day: what daily tasks can you realistically accomplish? Then start factoring in other activities, whether it’s a walk, your workout, or checking in on a family member or a friend.

Embrace the flexible nature of the remote system.

The beauty of remote working means that you have the flexibility to decide how you want to work. One way to do it is by segmenting blocks during the day –– such as a four-hour work block –– and leaving room for flexibility in between those.

Avoid measuring productivity by the hour.

Much of a remote employee’s stressand guilt stems from the feeling that you are not spending enough time working. Focus on what needs to get done, not how much time you spend to get it done. It also means avoiding practices such as “compensating” for your commuting time with more work. 

Strive for work-life harmony.

There are days when more focus is required for work, while other days can be for catching up with loved ones and dedicating yourself to hobbies. Following the rhythm of your work dynamic can help you stay productive and fulfilled at the same time.

If your work still feels too much to handle, try opening a conversation with your employer by negotiating the workload. If you juggle multiple responsibilities, you can also talk to your supervisor about alternating days for each task. This way, you don’t feel overwhelmed and stressed.

With the right balance and control over your schedule, you can manage the feeling of burnout and have a rewarding WFH experience. For more expert advice on maintaining productivity and morale at work,

[Picnic06-Biante15]

If don't work hard = no money = boss look for lower salary workers as many out of job out there eyeing at your seat.

Don't work hard = no money = cannot own new car as COE keep increasing and  pushing higher my loan target

Don't work hard = no money = cannot affort the petrol fuel prices as they keep increasing

Don't work hard = no money = no 5 'C'

Don't work hard = no money = less Retirement Account Fund & CPF 

Don't work hard = no money = no food on the table for my family (lucky hdb house fully paid by CPF)

Don't work hard = no money = cannot affort air tickets to visit my relatives in Hainan Island 

Don't work hard = no money = cannot affort to buy iPhone 13 Pro

Don't work hard = no money = cannot pay MIO TV monthly subscriptions to watch my favourite EPL 

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the list goes on & on & on & on & on......

 

Edited October 5, 2021 by Picnic06-Biante15

[Jellandross]

Eat prata also stressful

 

[Voodooman]

5 hours ago, Jellandross said:

Eat prata also stressful

 

The police should just buy her a prata lunch, waste of state resources. 

Not happy, just stop patronizing the business, call police for what? 

For full disclosure, this is one of my favorite prata places. No frills service but they are never rude. 

Edited October 6, 2021 by Voodooman

[Thaiyotakamli]

26 minutes ago, Voodooman said:

The police should just buy her a prata lunch, waste of state resources. 

Not happy, just stop patronizing the business, call police for what? 

For full disclosure, this is one of my favorite prata places. No frills service but they are never rude. 

Yah same my fav prata place too. Crispy. Service not bad. Use shopee or shopback or favepay for better discount

 

walau over lime juice call police waste resources

 

next time for non emergency police call should be charged

[Adrianli]

15 hours ago, Voodooman said:

The police should just buy her a prata lunch, waste of state resources. 

Not happy, just stop patronizing the business, call police for what? 

For full disclosure, this is one of my favorite prata places. No frills service but they are never rude. 

Never been there, always drive past only cos I do not know where to park my car!!! So always go over to Casuarina Prata, at least I know where to park there.

Edited October 7, 2021 by Adrianli

[Jman888]

15 hours ago, Voodooman said:

The police should just buy her a prata lunch, waste of state resources. 

Not happy, just stop patronizing the business, call police for what? 

For full disclosure, this is one of my favorite prata places. No frills service but they are never rude. 

police should charge her by time spend on her nonsense case.

[PSP415]

Actually, it is solely a case of poor communication and I do think the Prata shop started it first. 

1. Poster information not corrected to say lime juice dried up, so too bad. No lime juice. Instead it's yelling give free lime juice with specific meal ordered. 

2. She did ask waitress why no have. Waitress say check but no check/Manager iirc say oh, promotion over liao. Seriously, whilst not obliged to give that lime juice, any customers oriented manager or in-charge will be happy to score points by just giving that glass of lime juice. 

3. Shop responded to her email complaint with free same set with lime juice PLUS complimentary red bean Prata for the first unhappy encounter. 

What happens from here make me *facepalm* at that Springleaf Prata outlet. She took up offer from Higher Mgt (owner). 

Haiz, partner - Owner boo boo and if the account is true, may likely be very unhappy over the way its handled And omitted the free Red bean Prata! 

Walau, give like dun wan to give. So now, free lime juice with specific Prata set plus red bean Prata And green bean Prata now? 

It's in black n white throughout. Poster and email offer. Cannot read or cannot understand England? 

So, yes it's much ado over ONE lime juice but Springleaf needs to buck up its communication skills and marketing materials need to be paid more attention to. Dun wait for customers to do what your outlet managers should be doing, partner or otherwise. 

Btw I love their Blaster Prata so will still go eat, with or without lime juice cos I like Masala Teh betterest. 

Yada-ing 

Stay safe all. 

Cheers 

[Jamesc]

Building manager of posh Scotts Road condo used access card to steal $100k in cash and items from residents

SINGAPORE - Using an access card he created for units at the Scotts Square condominium, a building manager entered residents' homes and stole $28,000 in cash and three Hermes handbags worth nearly $86,000 in total.

Teh Jiahe, now 37, pleaded guilty on Tuesday (Oct 12) to three counts of theft committed in three homes.

I think I know who the owner is. My good fren wife.

@BanCoe Rosie got complain to you she lost 3 handbags or not?