You can succeed if you dare
MIRI: Those choosing to work on their own can also succeed if they dare and are committed to pursue their dreams. “Please stop classifying it (self-employment) as a second class job as it is also capable of generating income if done with commitment,” said Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah […]
Almost half of self-employed lose jobs
KUCHING: Almost half (46.6 percent) of self-employed persons in Malaysia reportedly lost their jobs during the movement control order (MCO) since March 18. According to an online survey on the effects of Covid-19 on the economy and individuals conducted by the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) from March 23-31, nine out of 10 respondents are […]
Help these workers, says MTUC
KUCHING: Malaysian Trade Union Congress (MTUC) Sarawak chairman Mohammad Ibrahim Hamid has raised concerns for segments of the workforce who may not be directly covered by the Sarawakku Sayang Special Aid Package. “The needs of those who are self-employed and those who rely on contractual work have to be looked into during this crucial period,” […]
Youth urged to pursue self-employment
KUCHING: Instead of just pursuing education and training in order to become employees, young people should aim to acquire the types of skills that could be used to set up their own business. “Shift from training to become merely employable to acquiring business skills,” said Education, Science and Technological Research Assistant Minister Dr Annuar Rapaee. […]
