The Southeast Asian (SEA) startup job market is evolving rapidly as shifts in investment trends, talent requirements, and industry maturity are redefining what skills and roles will be most in demand. Drawing insights from reports in Singapore, LinkedIn’s U.S. trends, and ConnectOne’s deep understanding of the region, this article dives into the roles expected to be at the forefront of hiring in SEA by 2025.

In this article, we explore the benefits and considerations of moving operations from Singapore to Malaysia particularly with regard to talent, drawing from insights provided by entrepreneurs and industry experts across both borders.

Everyone is an influencer today. Four thought leaders share insights on the power and pitfalls of employees’ social media.

By now, most organisations recognise the power of social media, and have invested in official channels. But we also know that a large part of a company’s branding, culture and reputation is built outside of official messaging. And this can feel like a wild card.

Traditional networking events often feel awkward and unproductive, with people wandering around aimlessly, making forced small talk, and itching to leave. The large groups of unfamiliar faces can be intimidating, causing attendees to seek out familiar faces and stick with them. Photos are taken to post on social media, but meaningful connections are rare.

And so with that, we launched “Brunch and Banter” in January 2024......

Today, startups are hiring intentionally and cautiously, while top leadership talent, especially those affected by layoffs, are equally careful in their job search. These leaders have multiple options and must evaluate them thoroughly to ensure the right choice. However, many senior candidates fail to ask founders and board members critical questions. Some are even abandoning startups entirely, missing out on promising opportunities. Here are 30 essential questions for senior leaders to evaluate a startup opportunity.

‍In the ever-evolving landscape of tech entrepreneurship, founders are discovering that the path to success isn't solely paved with conventional growth strategies and support systems. Instead, they're finding them within thriving communities. Through intimate conversations with startup founders like Jostein Aksnes of Seven Peaks, Krish Sridhar of KNOW, and Jonathan Low of Ajourney, we uncover how these communities are reshaping the trajectory of tech startups.

Three years ago, a 20 to 30 per cent annual pay raise would seem pretty routine. Tech salaries have been increasing for many years, and this accelerated during the pandemic. But last year, increments suddenly stagnated.

After a particularly long summer, this may be the first tech winter many are experiencing. How are founders and talent faring, and how can we help ourselves and one another during these trying times? ConnectOne speaks to community leaders and talent for insights.