Find Work Fast 2.0: Singapore-Malaysia Edition

The "Find Work Fast Series" returns for its 2nd Edition, tailored specifically for the Singapore and Malaysia markets.

Recognising the emotional toll of recent layoffs and job losses, this edition shifts away from traditional, stiff corporate seminars. Instead, we are hosting an intimate, casual, and relaxed Saturday morning meetup at a local cafe.

The goal is to create a safe, empathetic space for job seekers to openly chat about career transitions, followed by highly practical, empowering sessions led by top career transition coaches and industry experts.

The entire event is fully sponsored, removing all financial barriers for active job seekers.

2. Event Objectives

• Provide a relaxed, stigma-free environment for retrenched professionals to share experiences and discuss the mental aspects of job loss.

• Transition the conversation from anxiety to action by teaching attendees how to leverage AI and modern career strategies.

• Offer our sponsors and invited speakers a high-engagement, authentic platform to showcase their expertise and connect directly with talents in a non-salesy environment.

3. Programme Flow & Agenda

The agenda is designed to mimic a weekend cafe catch-up, gradually moving from emotional support to practical upskilling.

01:30 PM – 2:00 PM | Coffee, Snacks & "Real Talk" Mingling

• Attendees arrive for light morning snacks. Informal networking to break the ice and ease the anxiety of attending a career event.

2:00 PM – 2:05 PM | Welcome Remarks: The AI Collective, KL

2:05 PM – 2:20 PM | Introduction of AVOC and The Transition Journey

• Speaker: Sebastian Chen, co-founder of SG60 Voices From The Heart

• A brief, empathetic opening acknowledging the realities of layoffs, setting a supportive tone for the day.

2:20 PM – 2:50 PM | Keynote Speaker 1: Han Kok Kwang, Asia's First Independent Master Trainer, NCDA (USA)

Bestselling Author | 4x National & International Award Winner

Topic: When AI Makes Everyone Look Good, Who Gets Hired?

With AI, every candidate now looks polished, so employers can no longer tell who can actually deliver. Han reveals what hiring managers now look for instead, and the one thing AI cannot fake for you.

2:50 PM – 3:30 PM | Lightning Talks: The AI Advantage

Two punchy, 20-minute insights from our speakers, focusing on how AI is reshaping hiring and how candidates can adapt:

• Dr. Nik Chong, Author of Still Relevant in the Age of AI?

  • Topic: Are You Relevant in the Age of AI?

  • AI is changing how we work, compete and create value—but the real question is whether you are still relevant when machines can do more of what you do

• Subash Krishnan, Founder of True Axis

  • Topic: Your resume does not speak for you!

  • Looking at job search from a different perspective and why resume becomes a low hanging fruit that is not really sweet anymore.

3:30 PM – 4:10 PM | Unplugged Fireside Chat
Your Next Chapter Won’t Find You: From Job Loss to Career Reinvention

Moderator: Maria Danilina

Panelists: Dr. Nik Chong, Han Kok Kwang, Subash Krishnan and our special guest, Ms. Siew-Yong Bong

• An interactive, casual chat with the sponsors and invited speakers. Attendees can ask raw, unfiltered questions about the job market. Open mic.

4:10 PM – 4:40 PM | Keynote Speaker 2: Kevin Goh, Founding Member of The AI Collective, Kuala Lumpur
Topic: What Gets You in That Door?

Kevin will be talking about the things AI cannot do in an interview, especially the Face-to-face interviews.

4:40 PM – 4:50 PM | The AI Collective KL: Group Photo & Closing Remarks

4:50 PM – 05:30 PM | Networking & 1-on-1 Coaching

• A simple and light lunch. Attendees can eat and casually chat with speakers, recruiters, and peers. Coaches will be available for quick 1-on-1 meeting with career coach.

This event is sponsored by Asia Voices of Courage

Please be advised: Unfortunately, space is very limited at these community events and we can not always accept everyone we would like to. If you are not accepted to this event, please keep applying! We appreciate your application tremendously and we are looking forward to seeing you at a future event very soon!

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