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Fowl Play
Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority (AVA) officer Alex Teo enjoys inspecting live poultry and egg imports. Challenge trails the officer for an exclusive peek into his demanding but fulfilling job. -...
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Duck And Cover: Earth Hour
Duck and Cover is an original comic strip chronicling the life of Jonson Quek, a mild-mannered duck in the Public Service. Follow Jonson as he experiences the ups and downs of being a public officer....
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Duck And Cover: Jonson At Reservist
Duck and Cover is an original comic strip chronicling the life of Jonson Quek, a mild-mannered duck in the Public Service. Follow Jonson as he experiences the ups and downs of being a public officer....
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Creativity Is A Hike Away
Do you know that ditching your gadgets and exposing yourself to nature may boost your creativity at work? - Text by Lim Jolene It’s hard to get some alone time without digital interferences, especially...
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Does Rational Thinking Impair Creativity?
Getting a creative idea can often be the highlight of your day—it makes you feel like a valuable contributor to your team and above all, gives you the coveted position of ‘problem solver’. Usually it...
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Mastering Your Energy
Think of that person you really like working with—a colleague, manager, or even someone from another department. What is the invisible magnetism that draws you to this person? The attraction you feel...
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Put A Green Plant On Your Desk
You can’t go to the Botanic Gardens during work, but why not bring the Gardens to you? Previously, we explained how being around nature relaxes the mind, and is good for the soul. But if you’re...
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Duck And Cover: Jonson Quek Gets Promoted
Duck and Cover is an original comic strip chronicling the life of Jonson Quek, a mild-mannered duck in the Public Service. Follow Jonson as he experiences the ups and downs of being a public officer....
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Duck And Cover: Free MRT Rides For Early Birds
Duck and Cover is an original comic strip chronicling the life of Jonson Quek, a mild-mannered duck in the Public Service. Follow Jonson as he experiences the ups and downs of being a public officer....
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Go Ahead, Daydream!
Humans love to daydream, with our minds unconsciously wandering off nearly half the time. According to a study done by Harvard psychologists Daniel Gilbert and Matthew A. Killingsworth, we daydream...
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Perform Better Through Self Affirmation
It’s minutes away from a stressful meeting or a performance evaluation, and you’re a bundle of nerves. However, as you start focusing on things that matter to you—like art, good friends, love—you may...
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Quick Naps For An Energy Boost
If you think taking a nap in the office seems counter-productive, think again. Research from the National Institute of Industrial Health in Japan suggests that a midday rest enables us to perform at...
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Dealing With Change
Change is inevitable, especially in large organisations like the Public Service. No matter which level of the hierarchy you are in, there are generally two types of change you will face—repetitive and...
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Breathe New Life Into Your NDP Funpack
Now that the nation has celebrated its 48th birthday and the visual feast is over, we explore some creative ways to make your National Day Parade funpack a trendy accessory for work. – Text by Sarah...
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The Mosquito Hunter
Challenge follows Vector Control Officer Chua Hong Eng to find out how she stops mosquitoes from breeding in a neighbourhood. - Text by Tay Qiao Wei, Photos by John Heng For more on Madam Chua’s...
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Duck And Cover: Basic Tips For Public Service Dating
Duck and Cover is an original comic strip chronicling the life of Jonson Quek, a mild-mannered duck in the Public Service. Follow Jonson as he experiences the ups and downs of being a public officer....
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Could You Work For These Bosses?
You may get along famously with your own boss, but can you take the star quality of these ones? Will working for them be a dream come true, or downright terrifying? With tongue firmly in cheek, Stacey...
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Exploring Our Urban Trails
Challenge trails a team of urban explorers to peel back the layers of the city and see what’s underneath. - Text by Carmela Mendoza, Photos by Colin Ho Welcome to the secluded forest in...
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The Christmas Mix-Up
Jonson misses his chance with Jane, and pays the price for getting his gifts wrong. Duck and Cover is an original comic strip chronicling the life of Jonson Quek, a mild-mannered duck in the Public...
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Jonson Goes Viral
Despite his best attempts, Jonson is outdone by a household cat. Duck and Cover is an original comic strip chronicling the life of Jonson Quek, a mild-mannered duck in the Public Service. Follow Jonson...
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