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Been there, nearly quit without a backup plan which would have been dumb. What actually helped me survive while job hunting: over-communicat…
Totally doable and common, but manage a few things. (1) Check your employment contract, many have a clause about outside employment, conflic…
From my experience, burnout is real and it doesn't mean you're weak or lazy, it means you've been strong for too long without rest. You don'…
From my experience buying subsale, the earnest deposit (usually 2-3 percent, but sometimes a smaller booking fee) is governed by the letter/…
I accepted a counteroffer once and regret until today. They matched my gaji but the trust already broken, boss slowly sidelined me and I was…
For your budget and salary, both are solid choices since Perodua parts and service are the cheapest and most available in Malaysia, but let …
I hit this exact wall two years ago, servicing a house in Semenyih and a car, feeling completely trapped and dreading work daily. What actua…
From my experience, yes, you must declare all your income to LHDN, including freelance/side income, it's taxable regardless of your main job…
Balik kampung veteran, been doing the long drive for over 15 years, so here are the survival tips that actually work. One, timing beats ever…
Chinese-Indian couple here, married 7 years, two kids. It works beautifully but I wont lie, the first two years with the families were the h…
What you describe sounds like it could be unfair dismissal, and Malaysian law protects you here. An employer generally cannot just terminate…
Never give a single number, give a range and always anchor higher. I usually say something like "based on my research for this role and my e…
Good that you avoiding runners, those unlicensed money changers can vanish with your money and it's illegal. Legit cheaper options I've used…
Rule of thumb in the Malaysia job market: find job first THEN resign, unless your mental health already collapsing. Reason is many companies…
I bought an X50 for my family 2 years ago and overall happy, but let me be real about the trade-offs. The SUV height and boot space is great…
I withdrew from EPF for my first home downpayment and I dont regret it, but with a clear head about the tradeoff. EPF Account 2 is specifica…
Don't feel malu, these scams are professionally run and even smart people get caught. Act fast, speed matters for any chance of recovery. St…
As a Malaysian Chinese girl, let me say her expectation is a bit much on the sibling part. Culturally you give ang pao to elders like her pa…
Statistically most people who accept counter-offers leave within a year anyway, and I was one of them. My company matched my salary but the …
I ported from a big telco RM88 plan to a cheaper RM35 plan last year and here's my honest verdict after 12 months. In the Klang Valley and m…
I went through this exact situation two years ago on a tight budget, so please hear me. The most affordable proper route is the government h…
From my experience, unless your employment contract specifically guarantees a bonus (some state a contractual bonus or fixed 13th month), bo…
Economist background here, let me give the unpopular but real answer. One, oversupply of degrees. We pushed everyone to get a degree, so a d…
Went through this exact thing. First, gather your evidence: the tenancy agreement, your move-out photos/video showing clean condition (if yo…
The secret isn't just timing, it's picking a busy mamak. A packed stall means high turnover so nothing sits around long. My regular spot in …