S1E262: Navigate job market caution; secure higher salary bumps

About this episode

The episode discusses navigating the cautious job market and securing higher salary bumps while addressing contract risks.

Feeling the job switch itch? Don't resign yet! The market is cautious, but salary bumps of up to 15 per cent are real. Hear legal experts on contract risks, from clawbacks to non-compete clauses. Howie Lim gets the fine art of negotiation—what to ask for, and when to start—to protect your career and maximise your next move. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: 00:55 The state of play - job hugging 03:13 Job hopping: red flag or pay bump strategy? 04:49 Termination terms, the 'prenup for work' 10:28 The enforceability of the non-compete 19:28 What to do when the job scope creeps after you've joined --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Amarjit Kaur, partner, Withers Khattarwong; and Anurag Garg, country lead, Michael Page Singapore Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times , SPH Media --- Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe &nbsp…

People in this episode

Host: Howie Lim

Guests: Amarjit Kaur, Anurag Garg

Topics covered

• job market
• salary negotiation
• contract risks

Keywords

• job switch
• salary bumps
• negotiation
• non-compete clauses

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Singapore

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