Humans tend to make assumptions, hypotheses or temporary answers when facing uncertainty and the unknown, as these are often perceived as unfamiliarity and unpredictability, which can be identified as threats or uncomfortable situations, forcing individuals to rationalise or make sense of such conditions. While assumptions and hypotheses are usually useful in the short run, havingContinue reading “Purposes and Existence Absurdity”
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“On Leave” Takeaways
This post provides several key takeaways inferred from the author’s contemplation and experience after taking “on leave” status and having off days from routine duty. Those takeaways are: Burn outAs a human being, it is completely alright to experience burnout after running several events simultaneously. Burnout is not only attributed to overwhelming situations resulting fromContinue reading ““On Leave” Takeaways”
Reevaluating Work Values: The Importance of Aligning Passion, Expertise, and Job
The Monday blues constitute a situation that can demotivate an individual through dreadful feelings and negative emotions, particularly felt on Mondays. For workers, one reason could be job dissatisfaction, which might be due to various factors. A contributing factor is the mismatch between the substance or tasks being performed at the job and one’s interest,Continue reading “Reevaluating Work Values: The Importance of Aligning Passion, Expertise, and Job”
Rethinking Commodity Dependence: Its Impact on Economic Inequality, Growth, and Human Development
As global markets continue to evolve, the relationship between commodity dependence and various facets of economic development warrants deeper examination. Many countries heavily rely on exports of primary commodities such as oil, minerals, and agricultural products, which can significantly influence their economic trajectories. However, an increasing body of research points to the troubling implications ofContinue reading “Rethinking Commodity Dependence: Its Impact on Economic Inequality, Growth, and Human Development”
The Interplay of Digital Services Trade, Trade Restrictions, and Institutional Quality
In today’s interconnected world, digital services trade has emerged as a cornerstone of international commerce, providing numerous opportunities for innovation and economic growth. With the rapid advancement of technology and digital connectivity, countries can facilitate cross-border transactions for services such as software development, digital marketing, and online education. While digital services trade restrictions might secureContinue reading “The Interplay of Digital Services Trade, Trade Restrictions, and Institutional Quality”
Anomaly or Structural Issue? The Curious Case of the Indonesian Middle Class and Low Purchasing Power
The lowering purchasing power and the declining middle-income class have recently become rising economic issues in Indonesia. The lower purchasing power is concerning as, according to Statistics Indonesia (Badan Pusat Statistik, BPS) data, more than half of the Indonesian macroeconomic condition is attributed to household consumption, while the middle class has become the backbone ofContinue reading “Anomaly or Structural Issue? The Curious Case of the Indonesian Middle Class and Low Purchasing Power”
ASEAN’s Regional Economic Integration Amidst the Digital Era
Cross-border transactions involving services include the movement of either the producer, the consumer, or capital for investment purposes. The General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS) defines cross-border trade in services using four modes of supply: Mode 1 involves the flow of services from one country’s territory to the trade partner’s territory; Mode 2 consistsContinue reading “ASEAN’s Regional Economic Integration Amidst the Digital Era”
Do All Roads Lead to Rome?
Having an account and browsing the social media LinkedIn would expose us to updates and news about our connections’ milestones and achievements. How do we respond to such news and information? Are we sincerely happy for them; does it lead us to introspect our life and accomplishments thus far; does it motivate us, or doContinue reading “Do All Roads Lead to Rome?”
On The Evolution of Work from Home
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to considerable shifts in job patterns and methods. Working from home (WFH) is one of the substantial shifts occurring due to the pandemic, in which some employers keep this work pattern even after the pandemic has ended. While some people prefer to work from the office, others find it moreContinue reading “On The Evolution of Work from Home”
Questions
There are questions that lead to findings and innovations,some questions function as guidance,There are questions that leave puzzles,some questions are better left unanswered.There are questions that are irrelevant,some questions possess quality.Yet, questions are not the same as questioning,While the former could be reassuring, the latter would cast doubt,and when the former could come from curiosity,Continue reading “Questions”
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