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Timeo's Talent Spotlight

September 2023

Dear Guest,


Be successful: say no to almost everything

In an age where technology and disruption have fundamentally reshaped the business landscape, one might assume that executives have all the tools they need to be efficient and effective. But the reality is starkly different. While technology has solved many problems, it has also generated new layers of complexity that make time management and efficiency at work a renewed priority. 


According to a survey by McKinsey & Co., only 9% of executives are "very satisfied" with their time allocation, and less than 50% of their work time is spent on activities that align with organizational goals. As Warren Buffett aptly puts it, "The difference between successful people and really successful people is that really successful people say no to almost everything." The ability to prioritize, to focus on tasks that truly matter, is more crucial now than ever before. 


Introducing our latest comprehensive program, "Time Management: Maximizing Productivity and Goal Achievement." Picture an innovative training and coaching experience designed to empower you with the essential skills for excelling in this evolving landscape. Uncover the ability to identify and eliminate time-draining activities through the practice of 'Time Auditing,' enabling you to reclaim valuable hours for impactful endeavors. Master the Eisenhower Box technique to effortlessly categorize tasks based on urgency and importance, streamlining your approach to handling them effectively. In a world where executives are inundated with an average of 120 daily emails (as reported by Radicati Group), you'll also gain proficiency in transforming your inbox from a burden into an advantage. This program will introduce you to cutting-edge software that uses AI to schedule and manage your tasks, freeing you to focus on strategic thinking and leadership. 


Investing in a program aimed at boosting time management and work efficiency is not just a commitment to professional development; it's a pledge to your own well-being. A study published in the Harvard Business Review found that high levels of productivity not only correlate with high job satisfaction but also with overall happiness. The truth is, you don't drown by falling into the water; you drown by staying there. The complexity and challenges you face today are not insurmountable—they're opportunities for growth, but only if you arm yourself with the right skills. 


Discover the depths of our program below, and to truly amplify your comprehension of the subject, we've curated three compelling articles for you to delve into and enthusiastically distribute.                  

   

10 Highly skilled individuals who we believe 

could be excellent additions to your teams

Ref #1 Regional Marketing Manager

Country Base
& Nationality
SINGAPORE
Singaporean
IndustriesFMCG, Market Research
Candidate highlights

    • 12 years of experience in developing commercial and marketing strategies, with in-depth knowledge in Asia Pacific
    • Passionate in building strong brands through the adoption of data-driven solutions and experienced in driving cross-functional projects
    • Expertise in driving brand and marketing strategies in FMCG and performance monitoring of campaigns
      Specific skills

      Brand marketing, Digital marketing, Project management, Market insights & research

      Education 

      Bachelor’s Degree in Business (Marketing)
      Languages

      English and Mandarin

      Availability2 months
         

      Ref #2  Head of Communications APAC

      Country Base
      & Nationality
      SINGAPORE
      PR
      IndustriesShipping, Logistics, Non-profit
      Candidate highlights

        • Passionate, visionary, and business driven leader with 25 years leadership experience in marketing and communication across roles in non-profit, advertising and logistics
        • Advisor to the Asia Pacific MD and point of contact to Asia Pacific leadership
        • Leading senior communication advisors to drive external positioning and internal understanding of strategic priorities, our transformation, and M&A agenda
        Specific skillsCommunications, Marketing, M&A, Transformation
        Education Master of Science in Strategic Communication, Columbia University
        Master of Science in Economics
        LanguagesEnglish
        Availability2 months
           

        Ref #3 Head of Marketing & Digital Channel Sales


        Country Base
        & Nationality
        SINGAPORE
        Singaporean
        IndustriesRetail, eCommerce, and Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry
        Candidate highlights

          • Holds a total of 11 years of Marketing and Travel retail experience
          • Experienced in beauty, travel retail, and eCommerce
          • Has managed sales & marketing of 23 fragrance, skincare, and makeup brands
          • Conceptualized and implemented business strategy for brands
          • Responsibility of the P&L and A&P budgets of each brand.
          Specific skillsStrategic Planning, Business Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Leadership
          Education Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting and Marketing
          LanguagesEnglish, Mandarin
          Availability1 Month
             

          Ref #4 Regional HR Manager

          Country Base
          & Nationality
          SINGAPORE
          Singaporean
          IndustriesRetail, F&B, Healthcare, Machinery Manufacturing, Airlines, and Aviation
          Candidate highlights

            • Has 10 years of Human Resources experience with a background in retail, healthcare, and F&B
            • Handling the full spectrum of HR which includes recruitment, payroll, performance appraisal, training, compensation & benefits, career progression, welfare, and benefits
            • Experienced in HR Strategy and Business Partnering, Talent Management and Succession Planning, Talent Attraction, Employee Engagement, Compensation, and Benefits Design

            Specific skillsStrategy Development & Execution / Profitability and Cost Analysis / Annual Budget Forecasting & Administration / Lead Multinational Teams  / R&D Experience / International Project Management / Process and Technology Transformation
            Education 

            Bachelor in Business Management - HR Management (RMIT University)

            LanguagesEnglish, Mandarin
            Availability2 months
               

            Ref #5 Country General Manager

            Country Base & NationalityMALAYSIA
            Malaysian
            Industries

            FMCG and Retail

            Candidate highlights

              • More than 17 years of experience in managing retail operations and driving commercial and strategic business development
              • Experienced in managing up to 10,000 SKUs across 7 product categories and managing forecasting, budgeting and full P&L to generate positive EBITDA
              • Expertise in driving business strategies, branding and marketing

              Specific skillBusiness and marketing strategies, Retail operations, Brand management, P&L management
              Education Bachelor of Commerce
              LanguagesEnglish, Malay and Mandarin
              Availability2 months
                 

              Ref #6 Managing Director & APAC COO

              Country Base
              & Nationality
              CHINA (Suzhou)
              Chinese
              IndustriesIndustrial Machinery Manufacturing, Automotive
              Candidate highlights
                • Over 20 years of extensive experience as an Executive Manager with domestic and international experience in the main operations of manufacturing companies with high specialisation in B to B.
                • Experienced in the hydraulic sector of the automotive off-highway (cylinder and power transmission), ring gears for power reducers application, and fasteners for automotive (car/truck, Tier1/OEM)
                • Effective oversight of the P & L with the capability to expand the business and the turnover discovering new ways to improve the profitability.
                Specific skillsTeam Management, Leadership, Delivery performance, Automotive networking, Business Development, Budget/Sales/Forecast/BP, Project management, Department Efficiency & OEE
                Education M.A. Degree in Business and Administration – Faculty of Economics
                LanguagesMandarin (native) & English (Fluent)
                Availability2 months
                   

                Ref #7 Senior Regional Marketing Manager


                Country Base
                & Nationality
                SINGAPORE
                Singaporean
                IndustriesFMCG, Retail and Sporting Goods
                Candidate highlights
                • 15 years of experience in brand marketing and category management within the Retail and FMCG industry
                • Expertise lies in crafting brand narratives and leveraging digital platforms to create strong brand presence in the market
                • Proven track record in driving GTM process as well as driving regional omni-channel marketing strategies across different markets in APAC
                Specific skills

                Brand marketing, Category management, Omni-channel marketing, Digital marketing

                Education Master’s Degree in World Economy
                LanguagesEnglish and Mandarin
                Availability1 month
                   

                Ref #8 Chief Strategy Officer

                Country Base
                & Nationality
                SINGAPORE
                Permanent Resident
                Industries

                Electronics, Hospitality and Travel, Distribution.

                Candidate highlights

                • Creative, strategic, and consummate relationship builder, offering 25+ years of experience driving revenue and market growth by evolving customer experiences — tapping into the power of next-gen technology (IoT, Mobile, Artificial Intelligence, Machine learning) 
                • Adaptable, able to deliver transformation results in new industries.
                • Mastered market penetration, sales and revenue hypergrowth, relationship building and management across the globe
                • Distinguished by ability to actualize innovative visions and deploy focused solutions and change opportunities in B2B and B2C environments.
                • Currently involved with several startup / ramp-up companies through mentorship, investments, fund raising and Board appointments

                Specific skillsTurnaround management, Deal structuring & negociations, Strategic partnerships, Go-to-market strategy, Business Unit startups, Sales and Revenue growth 
                Education 

                Bachelor degree in Hospitality Management (with high honours and jury congratulations)

                LanguagesEnglish & French
                Availability2 months
                   

                Ref #9 Director Sales & Marketing

                Country Base
                & Nationality
                SINGAPORE
                Singaporean
                IndustriesMedical device, Life Science 
                Candidate highlights

                • An experienced senior professional with demonstrated history of working in Medical Device (including Diagnostics) and Life Sciences industries
                • Skilled in Commercial Excellence/Integrated Business Planning, Channel Management, and Cross-functional Leadership.
                • Strong regional experience (SEA, Greater China)

                Specific skills

                Commercial Excellence, Service Excellence, Integrated Business Planning, Sales Operations, Business Development, Sales & Marketing, Channel Management, Direct and Indirect Sales Management

                Education Bachelor of Science, National University of Singapore - Major in Biomedical Science
                LanguagesEnglish and Mandarin
                Availability1 month
                   

                Ref #10 Global Business Development Senior Manager

                Country Base
                & Nationality
                KOREA
                Korean 
                IndustriesHealthcare, Biotech, Life Science
                Candidate highlights

                • 15 years of experience in business development and sales/marketing strategies execution in global and domestic healthcare markets. 
                • Excellent communicator and proven track record in building business from zero to mature by seeking ideal partners, closing deals, and achieving the goals. 
                • Expertise in managing KOL
                Specific skills

                Distributorship Management, License in and out, Medical product registration, New product launch

                Education 
                Bachelor of Science in Biological Science - University of California, Irvine 
                LanguagesNative English and Korean (resided in the US 1992-2010) 
                Availability1 month
                   

                Food for thoughts and actions 

                Our brand-new blended program to help you achieve your goals: "Time Management: 

                maximise your productivity & achieve your goals"

                   

                Focus energy on what matters most to you to make the best use of every waking (and non-waking) hour, minute and second available every day. Explore the best-practice behaviours, habits and ways-of-working (including AI tools) that will help to increase your productivity and work satisfaction.


                Format of the Coaching Journey:

                - 60 min ‘Kick-off Webinar’ 

                - 3-hour ‘Training Workshop #1’

                - 3-hour ‘Training Workshop #2’

                - 90mins ‘Follow-up Group Coaching'


                With self-learning, quiz, discussions, support on our SkillsFactory digital platform over the journey (up to 3hrs of learning content) And practical assignments under the supervision of our coachs


                You will learn how to : 

                • Focus on achieving more of the work that matters most to you and fits with your business goals and life priorities
                • Get started on tasks quickly to avoid procrastination, maintain concentration, beat overwhelm, avoid burnout and stay motivated for task completion
                • Manage distractions and achieve more: Multitasking is a Myth, Sticking to tasks, schedules & to-do list, Email, Managers & Meetings
                • Delegate effectively to free up time and say ‘no’ without getting penalized
                • Leverage on digital / AI solutions for your personal efficiency
                   

                A readers digest here with 3 great articles from FastCompany, 
                Forbes and The Strait Times
                about Productivity at Work

                Your brain will perform better if you shift into this mode of working

                Have you noticed how busy is the new black? Many workplaces recognize and reward being fast-moving or adaptive. The result? Stressed and burned-out employees.

                   

                The Productivity Problem with Remote Work

                The debates about remote work, hybrid work and in-office work are (still) raging and they mostly center around productivity, performance and employee motivation.

                   
                   

                Research: A Little Nature in the Office Boosts Morale and Productivity

                As we at Timeo have just moved into our new office in CapitaGreen, surrounded with beautiful lush greenery - this article confirms the benefits of nature in the office on morale and productivity. 

                   

                The Skills Factory for your performance 

                in Asia-Pacific


                We assess, build and develop teams for our clients 

                to execute their business in Asia-Pacific.

                 

                Isabelle Larché 

                Managing Director, Timeo-Performance

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