This time each year, we’d usually share our research on hiring trends in the tech industry. But after what feels like bad news on news, with some describing recent job cuts as a “blood bath”, we decided to drop the stats. Instead, we bring you uplifting insights from nine of the smartest venture capitalists, founders and human resource experts we work with that will turn your perspective around.

In a world blindly pursuing pedigreed education, UC Berkeley dropout Oswald Yeo chose to step away from a privileged position to ask the burning question: What about the rest of us without branded degrees? Today, the talent ecosystem he built is one of the biggest in Southeast Asia and has recently acquired Series D funding of US$50 million.

Is quiet quitting a new sort of resistance or learnt helplessness? Does it point to weak employees or leadership? Is it the spirit of our times or a new way to call an old problem? 2 HR leaders weigh in.

Here’s everything you need to know to mitigate risks and land on your feet as quickly as possible.

Running a startup may be exhilarating but one can feel like they are stuck at times and wonder what’s next?

Three senior executives at the top of their game share personal stories on how they defied naysayers, steered themselves towards a completely different path and found deeper fulfilment.

A lot has changed since the talent war and poaching spree that kicked off the year. As we enter the bear market with rising interest rates and inflation, much of the post-pandemic optimism has dimmed.

Two leaders demystify Getting into Web3 for early and mid-career candidates.

Increasing the financial, social and emotional stakes in gaming, Web3’s player-owned-economy creates a truly immersive experience.

The five game-changing benefits of a remote-first culture for rapid scaling.

The talent transition required to support your growth and prevent culture cracks during accelerated scaling.

As recent times have taught us, the new year is bound to have a few surprises. Put your startup in the best position to grow by staying on top of these predictions.