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Relocation Guide (2)
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Relocation Guide – Thailand

Thinking of moving to Thailand? Discover how to live, work, and thrive in Bangkok—costs, culture, schools, and more.

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Relocation Guide – Malaysia

Moving to Malaysia? Discover everything expats need to know—from cost of living to visas, schooling, and lifestyle tips.

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HR Trends (5)
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How to Negotiate Your Salary

Feeling underpaid? Master 7 easy steps to negotiate the raise you deserve—timing, prep, and follow-up included.

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How to Create a Winning LinkedIn Profile

Want to stand out on LinkedIn? Build a profile that sells your story, attracts jobs, and actually sounds like you.

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Virtual Hiring & Remote Work – It’s Here to Stay but…

Virtual hiring and remote work reshaped the workplace—why hybrid models are the future, not just a pandemic fix.

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Why Should People Work for You?

Top talent has options—here’s why your brand needs to stand out and what candidates really want from the hiring process.

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Recruiters – We Can Be Better

Recruiters, it’s time for a reset—why empathy, not KPIs, should drive hiring and how we can rebuild trust with talent.

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Insight on Demand (14)
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Insight on Demand

Season 5 – Episode 1 Pt. 1

From startup to standout—Howard & Amee share how Furniture And Choice Malaysia built its brand. Episode 1 is live.

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Season 5 – Episode 1 Pt. 2

Howard & Amee dive into strategy, content, and brand growth at Furniture And Choice. Watch this episode now.

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Season 5 – Episode 1 Pt. 3

Howard & Amee wrap up with insights on customer-first products and brand localization. Watch the final part now.

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Kinetik Content 2023

From fireside chats to Life@Kinetik—catch up on 4 seasons of content powering SEA’s digital community since 2020.

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Insight on Demand

Series 4 – EP 3

10 quickfire questions with Rachel Ooi—get bite-sized insights on leadership, growth, and her journey at dentsu.

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Insight on Demand

Series 4 – EP 2

Rachel Ooi shares her journey, leadership values, and the story behind her book unshaken in Episode 2. Watch now.

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Series 4 – EP 1

Rachel Ooi shares her journey to dentsu, leadership insights, and the story behind her book Unshaken. Watch Ep.1 now.

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Series 4 – Trailer

Catch the trailer for Insight on Demand S4—Rachel Ooi shares her rise, leadership insights, and the story behind Unshaken.

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Season 4 | Segment 3

10 quickfire questions with ZhenWei Ku, COO of ThoughtFull—bite-sized insights on leadership and mental wellness.

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Season 4 | Segment 2

ZhenWei Ku on wellness in Asia—what works, what doesn’t, and how to build impactful mental health programs at work.

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Season 4 | Segment 1

ZhenWei Ku kicks off with his journey at ThoughtFull and what wellness means for today’s workplaces. Watch Ep.1 now.

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Kinetik Hiring | Insight on Demand | S3 EP3

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Kinetik Hiring | Insight on Demand | S3 EP3

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Kinetik Hiring | Insight on Demand | Series 3 Highlights

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Salary Insights (4)
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Thailand Salary Survey 2025

Curious what top talent earns in 2025? Explore salary trends, hiring insights, and what’s reshaping the talent market.

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The 2025 Salary Survey is Here!

Malaysia’s 2025 Salary Trends Revealed—discover top roles, pay hikes, and what’s driving talent decisions this year.

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2023 Salary Survey

Explore 2023’s digital salary trends—benchmark pay, uncover market insights, and see where you stand in the talent game.

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2022 Salary Survey

Dive into 2022 digital salary trends—benchmark pay, explore niche roles, and get insights from real market data.

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Employer Branding Services

Kinetik’s new Employer Branding solutions help SEA companies attract top talent with design, video, campaigns, and more.

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Team Talks (2)
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Life @ Kinetik

Life@Kinetik : Zulfadhli chats with CEO Sam Baxendale on WFH, youth empowerment, and work-life balance.

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Q&A with Naz & Zul

Nazmina & Zulfadhli get real about Life@Kinetik—authentic culture, growth, and what makes work feel like home.

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Market Bytes (69)
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Retention : The True ROI of Hiring in Southeast Asia

Retention is the new hiring KPI—why staying power now matters more than speed in APAC’s evolving talent landscape.

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Competency-Based Interviewing : HR’s Role in Ensuring Consistency and Scalable Hiring

Why Competency-Based Interviewing is key to fair, scalable hiring—and how HR can lead consistency and impact.

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Making Sense of Psychometric Assessments : Turning Insight into Impact

Unlock how psychometric tools use data to boost hiring, sharpen leadership, and build high-performing teams.

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From Fruit Bowls to Foundations: Building a Wellness Plan That Works

Beyond the fruit bowl: Discover how real wellness strategies boost performance, reduce burnout, and build a culture that lasts.

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The Culture Conundrum: Building Leadership and Cohesion in Virtualised Offshore Teams

Kuala Lumpur is rising as a global leadership hub—here’s how culture, inclusion, and virtual strategy must evolve to meet new expectations.

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Malaysia’s Fintech Evolution: 2024 and Beyond

Inside Malaysia’s fintech revolution—digital banks, QR payments, and bold regulations are reshaping the future of finance.

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Malaysia: From Offshore Hub to Global Hiring Powerhouse

Malaysia isn’t just back office anymore—it’s a global HQ hub. Here’s how top companies are winning the talent game.

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The Hidden Hiring Crisis: Why Customer-Facing Roles Are in Urgent Demand

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Travel Is to Thailand What Banking Is to Singapore: Unveiling a Digital Destination

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Unlocking High-Impact Hiring: The Open Day Recruitment Model

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Hiring in Malaysia: Market Insights from Our Panel with Hung Lee

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The Power of Praise: How Recognition Shapes a Positive Work Culture and Enhances EVP

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Data-Driven Insights for Mass Hiring vs. Traditional Hiring

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What’s the One Metric That Can Transform Your Hiring This Holiday Season?

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Southeast Asia’s Digital Economy 2025 – A Fresh Perspective

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Southeast Asia’s Digital Future: Trends to Watch in 2025

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Case Study: Transforming Chaotic Hiring into Seamless Success

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How AI is Transforming HR Across the Employee Lifecycle

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Hiring literacy: Accelerating Recruitment Outcomes with Technology, Data, and AI

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Top 8 Essential Metrics to Strengthen Employer Branding in 2024

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Announcements (5)
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H1 2025 : A Breakthrough Half-Year

Kinetik’s H1 2025 recap—new services, regional growth, and smarter hiring solutions powering the next phase.

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November 2022 Promotion!

Kinetik celebrates Theevan Raj’s promotion to Senior Consultant—well-earned recognition for impact and excellence.

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Kinetik Hiring | Promotion announcements!

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Kinetik Hiring | Promotion announcements!

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Kinetik Hiring | Promotion announcements!

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CSR (10)
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Dignity Cup 2025 : The Grand Finals

From kickoff to finals—Kinetik wraps up an inspiring journey with Dignity for Children at the Faisal Cup. See you next year!

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CSR 2024 Highlights

Kinetik’s 2024 CSR journey—empowering youth, mentoring, and giving back through grassroots education initiatives.

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Kinetik X Dignity – Faisal Cup Week 1

Back at the Faisal Cup—supporting Dignity for Children and the power of sport to uplift, unite, and inspire youth.

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Kinetik x Dignity – Financial Literacy

Kinetik’s second visit to Dignity for Children—teaching financial literacy and empowering young minds through education.

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Kinetik x Dignity – ASEAN Day

Teaching ASEAN, inspiring futures—Kinetik joins Dignity for Children to support education for marginalized youth.

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Fund Raise For Equal Access to Schooling

Kinetik’s cycling fundraiser helps underprivileged kids access education—thank you for riding and giving with heart.

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?‍♂️Kinetik Hiring – KL to Kuantan Cycle – Fund Raise for Equal Access to Schooling?‍♂️

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Kinetik Hiring | CSR | KL to Kuantan Cycle

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Kinetik Hiring | CSR | New Lives Community Centre

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Kinetik Hiring | CSR

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Events (8)
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HR Vendors of the Year Awards 2023

Kinetik wins big at Malaysia HR Awards 2023—Gold for Best Staffing Firm and more. A proud moment for our growing team.

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Enabling High Performance & Transformation through Talent Development

L&D meets agility—HR leaders explore learning innovation, skill sensing, and ROI at Kinetik x Human Inc’s KL event.

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Chinese New Year X 2023 Kickoff

Kinetik celebrates CNY together for the first time—new office, big 2023 goals, and the power of a diverse team.

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Christmas Offsite 2022 X Office Launch

Secret Santa, costumes, and celebrations—Kinetik wraps up the year with festive cheer at our new office offsite.

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Kinetik x Human Inc. : Design Thinking on Employee Onboarding

Kinetik x Human Inc wrap up 2022 with a packed session on onboarding design—ideas, insights, and HR innovation in action.

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Kinetik 2nd Anniversary Offsite!

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Kinetik Offsite 2021

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Kinetik Offsite Party

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---Relocation Guide
------Relocation Guide – Thailand
------Relocation Guide – Malaysia
HR & Talent Insights
---HR Trends
------How to Negotiate Your Salary
------How to Create a Winning LinkedIn Profile
------Virtual Hiring & Remote Work – It’s Here to Stay but…
---Insight on Demand
------Season 5 – Episode 1 Pt. 1
------Season 5 – Episode 1 Pt. 2
------Season 5 – Episode 1 Pt. 3
Life@Kinetik
---Team Talks
------Life @ Kinetik
------Q&A with Naz & Zul
Market Bytes
---Market Bytes
------Retention : The True ROI of Hiring in Southeast Asia
------Competency-Based Interviewing : HR’s Role in Ensuring Consistency and Scalable Hiring
------Making Sense of Psychometric Assessments : Turning Insight into Impact
News & Updates
---Announcements
------H1 2025 : A Breakthrough Half-Year
------November 2022 Promotion!
------Kinetik Hiring | Promotion announcements!
---CSR
------Dignity Cup 2025 : The Grand Finals
------CSR 2024 Highlights
------Kinetik X Dignity – Faisal Cup Week 1