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Here, you will find a wealth of knowledge—from thought leadership articles on leadership development to expert tips on outsourcing and technology trends. The LookingGlass aims to illuminate the ever-changing landscape of talent, business growth, and human potential. 

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Latest Blog Posts​

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Diversity Hiring in Executive Search: Why Inclusive Leadership Matters

As the business world evolves, diversity and inclusion are no longer just buzzwords—they’re key to effective leadership. More ...

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A traveler in a yellow shirt poses playfully near the Merlion statue, catching its water spray, with Singapore’s skyline in the background. A snapshot of fun during a Singapore family travel adventure.

Golden Memories: Celebrating My 50th Birthday in Singapore with Family Fun and Adventures!

I celebrated my 50th birthday in Singapore from April 14–17, 2025, with my family. It was a promise ...

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A notebook with "Staffing Solution" written on it, surrounded by charts and diagrams representing outsourced staffing strategies. The image highlights workforce planning with people icons and graphs.

The Strategic Value of Outsourced Staffing in Today’s Business Landscape

Outsourced staffing has come a long way from its early reputation as merely a cost-saving measure. Traditionally, companies—especially ...

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Man in a suit presenting at a conference on AI in customer engagement, with a Uniphore banner highlighting conversational AI solutions in the background.

Reimagining Customer Engagement: Where Artificial and Human Intelligence Converge

On April 2, I had the privilege of participating in an energizing C-Suite Forum hosted by the IT ...

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Why Emotional Intelligence Builds Leaders

How Empathy, Self-Awareness, and Social Skills Empower Great Leadership One of the most powerful takeaways from the “Evolving ...

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Building a Future-Ready Leadership Pipeline

In a world where industries evolve overnight, the need for strong, adaptable leadership has never been more urgent. ...

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A Blessed Holy Week in Hong Kong

Spending Holy Week with family has always been something I have looked forward to, and this year was ...

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Colorful letters "RPO" on a wooden surface with the words "Recruitment Process Outsourcing" written around them.

The Evolution of Recruitment Process Outsourcing: Why RPO is the Future of Hiring

Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) is a business model where an organization transfers all or part of its recruitment ...

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Beyond Profits: How Purpose Shapes Modern Brands

In today’s evolving marketplace, consumers aren’t just buying products—they’re buying into values. Brands like Nike and The Body ...

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AI-Proof Careers in the Age of Automation

The rise of automation and artificial intelligence (AI) in the workforce is a defining characteristic of the 21st-century ...

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A young Filipino holds a torn paper strip with the words "DREAM BIG," symbolizing ambition and hope tied to The Filipino Dream.

What Do Filipinos Really Dream About? Insights from a Nation in Transition

On April 10, 2025, the Makati Business Club (MBC)’s Global Ideas Committee, in partnership with the Boston Consulting ...

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A diverse group of professionals engages in an interactive workshop on effective networking, seated in a U-shaped setup with nameplates, laptops, and notebooks.

Beyond Business Cards: Lessons in Effective Networking

At EDI-Staffbuilders International, Inc., we believe continuous learning is key to leadership. Recently, participants in our New Managers ...

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