Jul 13, 2021 | Startups, Supercharge Lab
Fresh out of university, with the goal of making ends meet monthly, I find myself in a startup and not in a corporate office. I can’t say I’m surprised, the allure of working in a startup and the attraction towards “startup culture” stems from my inherent interests in...
Jun 16, 2021 | Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Supercharge Lab
The past weekend, I missed Pink Dot 13. I had been so focused on the work that I do that I missed the advertisements, the social media posts, the bright pink lights on my social media feed. Growing up in conservative Asia, in a time where homosexuality is not only...
Jun 14, 2021 | Culture, Diversity and Inclusion, Supercharge Lab
Whenever I’m asked, “What’s your favorite movie?”, I bring up Parasite by Bong Joon-ho. Not only was it a cinematic masterpiece, but it also reflects on the growing social and economic divide that is plaguing South Korea, and many nations around the world. Disparity...
Apr 20, 2021 | Culture, Ethics, Leadership and Management
One of the best ways to promote psychological safety and build a radically candid culture is by creating an environment where people feel comfortable speaking truth to power – that is, getting feedback, giving it, and encouraging it. According to Amy Edmondson, a...
Apr 6, 2021 | Culture, Ethics, Leadership and Management
Wherever you are in life, no matter the age or the institution, one finds conflict, and conflict in teams happens all the time. Understanding that conflicts are a natural part of life is, in my opinion, the first step to dealing with them. Everyone is entitled to...
