6 hot pink bags under $100 to channel your inner Barbie after watching Barbie

Charles & Keith Camelia Circle Handle Geometric Bag

Step into a whole new level of stunning style with these hot pink bags specially chosen to unlock your inner Barbie after catching the iconic Barbie movie set to release this week.

These bags, inspired by the doll’s color palette, will teleport you into a dreamy world where girly vibes win.

Whether you’re heading for a glam night out or need a bag that turns heads, these pink beauties will zhng up your outfit and let you tap into your inner Barbie, all while showing off the power of pink.

Neon Pink Clear Mini Backpack

Neon Pink Clear Mini Backpack

Price: $37 (was $41)

This neon pink backpack is transparent, so it’s not for folks who value privacy. But if you love the pink shade too much to give it up, you can work around the style by purchasing a simple drawstring pouch to “conceal” your belongings. It comes with thick back straps with detachable clasps so you can decide how you want to wear it. There’s also a small zipped pouch at the front, for that extra bit of storage.

Full Grain Wax Leather Multi-Purpose Clasp Bag

Full Grain Wax Leather Multi-Purpose Clasp Bag

Price: $46 (was $56)

Check out this clasp bag made using lasting full-grain leather. There’s a zipper main compartment and a detachable key chain, so you will never ever lose your keys again. Have a dinner event coming up or a date night out with your latest love interest? This elegant piece will complete your outfit.

Fashion Pillow Mini Barbie Bag

Fashion Pillow Mini Barbie Bag

Price: $56

This pillow-shaped bag screams Barbie! I mean, with the signature Barbie typography right at the front of the bag, it takes courage to wear this out as an adult. And if you do, you can wear this pretty hot pink bag in two ways–by the handle or strap in shoulder/crossbody style. It measures 18 cm long, so it’s big enough to hold your phone, purse, and small makeup products.

Calliope Double Pocket Crossbody Bag – Fuchsia

Calliope Double Pocket Crossbody Bag - Fuchsia

Price: $75.90

This Calliope crossbody bag is really one of a kind, definitely not like the usual bags you see every day. It has lips and legs embellishments that catch the eye, alongside the fuchsia color finish that makes it extra striking. Embrace your bold and quirky vibes with this piece. You can carry it via the top handle, or attach the adjustable strap to make it a crossbody bag.

Alcott Scarf Bucket Bag – Fuchsia

Alcott Scarf Bucket Bag, Fuchsia

Price: $85.90

If you want to stand out from the rest, this bright fuchsia Alcott bucket bag is the way to go. What’s more, you get confirm-plus-chop bonus points for the printed scarf that comes together with it. And the best part is, this bag has two detachable straps, so you can style this statement piece however you want.

Camelia Circle Handle Geometric Bag – Fuchsia

Camelia Circle Handle Geometric Bag - Fuchsia

Price: $99.90

Right in the center of the Barbiecore trend is this Camelia bag in bright fuchsia. The geometric bag features a trapeze bottom and circle top handle, a very unique design to add to your collection of bags. You can strut down the streets like a girl boss with the handle, or use the chain strap to carry it hands-free.

These 6 hot pink bags are must-haves if you want to unleash your inner Barbie after watching the upcoming Barbie movie. From mini bags to backpacks and chic crossbody bags, you can play mix and match with your fashion numbers to complete your look. So release your inner Barbie, turn heads, make a statement, and conquer the world with some Barbie-inspired swag. You’ve got this!

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Rising Career Opportunities in Singapore: In-Demand Industries for 2023

According to LinkedIn, Singapore is experiencing a growing demand for jobs that assist companies in digitizing and expanding during economic volatility. The latest data from LinkedIn’s Jobs on the Rise highlights a significant increase in hiring for growth specialists, technical positions, and healthcare professionals in Asia, indicating that these jobs are expected to continue growing throughout 2023.

It’s important to note that employers and clients have diverse needs, which can influence the demand for different types of jobs. Occupations in high demand offer excellent potential for career growth, better income, and job security compared to less popular jobs. Therefore, staying informed about these in-demand jobs can help you effectively plan your career and develop the necessary skill set to succeed in your desired field.

1. USER EXPERIENCE DESIGNER

Despite the challenging macroeconomic conditions that led to waves of tech layoffs in Southeast Asia last year, such as those experienced by GoTo Group in Indonesia, Sea Group and Carousell in Singapore, the demand for tech workers remains strong. Experts predict that this year will serve as a transitional period for the tech industry, with a potential return to more normal hiring levels. Anchal Chhabria, a representative from LinkedIn, remains optimistic and states that the overall demand for tech workers remains robust, with individuals transitioning to new positions both within and across the industry.

User Experience (UX) Designer

National average salary: $5,194 per month

Primary duties: UX designers focus on improving the usability of systems, which may involve enhancing aesthetics and website navigation. They work in collaboration with UI designers to develop digital products that fulfill user needs while providing a pleasant and engaging experience.

2. CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

National average salary: $2,569 per month

Primary duties: Customer service representatives play a crucial role in building and maintaining positive customer relationships. They achieve this by answering inquiries and providing guidance on various aspects of a company’s products or services. Many organizations prioritize hiring customer service representatives as they typically serve as the initial point of contact between the business and the customer. Responsibilities may include generating sales leads, answering phone calls, maintaining records of customer interactions, and adhering to communication guidelines and policies.

3. HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

National average salary: $3,083 per month

Primary duties: Human resources specialists are experts in managing the human resources functions of a company. They may be responsible for maintaining employee records for performance reviews and can recruit, train, and provide support to employees.

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4. COPYWRITER

National average salary: $3,720 per month

Primary duties: Copywriters are skilled writing professionals who create content for various purposes, such as marketing or educational materials. They collaborate with marketing and public relations departments to develop effective marketing materials, and they meet with clients to understand and convey their brand voice and message to the target audience.

5. DATA SCIENTIST

National average salary: $7,406 per month

Primary duties: Data scientists possess expertise in statistical programming and analytical skills to collect, analyze, and interpret large datasets. They utilize various data visualization techniques to present information and offer suggestions or develop solutions based on data analysis.

By keeping yourself informed about these in-demand industries and their associated jobs, you can strategically plan your career path and cultivate the necessary skills to excel in your chosen field.

Sources: 1 & 2

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Latest WFH internships posted from 10 to 12 July 2023

woman working from home an writing something on a notebook

Welcome to another episode of WFH internships.

Whether you’re looking for a remote position or on the lookout for a friend, we’ve got the latest opportunities in this post.

So sit back and scroll on, and share or apply to the ones that make the most sense.

#1: Craft Communications – Public Relations & Social Media Assistant

craftc.com

Website: craftc.com

Allowance / Remuneration: $800 monthly

Job Qualifications
  • Marketing, Business, Communications, Arts & Social Sciences students are preferred, but applicants of other disciplines possessing strong communications skills will also be considered
  • Good command of English is key to this role
  • Proficient in Microsoft applications 
  • Good team player with strong coordination and administrative skills.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Able to start at the earliest possible.
Key Responsibilities
  • Assist the team in providing public relations, marketing, and social media support
  • Understand clients and be involved in helping to create and execute strategies that are designed to achieve client’s objectives
  • Additional support will also be required in the following areas: managing databases, events, media clippings and reports, media pitching, managing marketing promotions, Powerpoint presentations, prospecting and business development, and more.
  • Real Work. Interns are exposed to opportunities like the full-time consultants are.
How to apply?

View the job post in full here and write to Dennis via this link.

#2: GloZ Singapore Pte Ltd – Project Management Intern

glozinc.com

Website: glozinc.com

Allowance / Remuneration: $400 – 1,200 monthly

Job Qualifications
  • Previous experience leading and managing teams in the marketing or localization field.
  • Solid understanding of consumer expectations for subtitling and dubbing in international markets.
  • Desire and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, small-team environment.
  • Capable of working independently as well as in a team.
  • Quick learner with a strong sense of responsibility.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Strong organizational and leadership abilities.
  • Proficient problem-solving capabilities.
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on quality.
  • Self-motivated and proactive.
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines under pressure.
  • Proficient in project planning, resource management, and risk management.
  • A team player in a multi-language and multi-cultural environment.
Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee the entire lifecycle of localization projects, collaborating closely with clients, linguists, and other stakeholders.
  • Handle localization projects for various clients of different industries.
  • Work closely with various language professionals to ensure timely and high-quality translation delivery.
  • Develop and execute project plans and workflows, managing time, budget, resources, and quality control.
  • Identify and resolve localization issues or disputes, determining their causes and implementing corrective/preventative actions.
  • Ensure the team’s compliance with standards, practices, and policies, and assign and monitor project team members’ work when necessary.
  • Lead project kick-off meetings, as well as regular and ad-hoc meetings, troubleshoot issues, and conduct post-mortems.
How to apply?

View the job post in full here and write to Ryan via this link.

#3: Marie Wee LLP – Public Relations Intern

mariewee.com

Website: mariewee.com

Allowance / Remuneration: $800 – 1,000 monthly

Job Qualifications
  • Able to commit to a full-time schedule of Mondays to Fridays, 9 am to 5 pm.
  • Good time management
  • A good command of English — to write and communicate well
  • Resourceful and motivated
  • Enjoys meeting people
  • Be willing to work in a fast-paced environment and learn
Key Responsibilities
  • Support Account Managers on all aspects of media and client relations
  • Draft media materials which include press releases and minutes
  • Preparing PR reports for clients
  • Executing PR activities, including media monitoring and tracking status updates
  • Assist with ad-hoc administrative duties
How to apply?

View the job post in full here and submit your application to [email protected].

#4: Capitasafe Pte Ltd – Operations And Admin Intern

Website: capitasafe.com.sg

Allowance / Remuneration: $1,000 – 2,000 monthly

Job Qualifications

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Key Responsibilities
  • Work closely with the Director to support daily business functions
  • Prepare forms, reports, and other documents
  • Support the team by performing tasks related to the organization
  • Maintain contact lists and database
  • Develop and maintain computer and manual filing systems
  • Organize and schedule meetings and appointments
  • Act as a liaison between the various departments
How to apply?

View the job post in full here and write to Darren via this link.

#5: Babyment Pte Ltd – Digital Marketing Intern

babyment.com

Website: babyment.com

Allowance / Remuneration: $550 – 800 monthly

Job Qualifications
  • Willing to learn
  • Familiar with all social media
  • Must be flexible
  • Can work from home with minimum supervision
Key Responsibilities
  • Drive traffic to the website and events organized
  • Optimize website for better ranking on search engines and better conversion rate.
  • Manage social media groups and engage with the audience in social media groups.
  • Promote events and products on social media
  • Perform competitive research to understand the market
  • Administrative support for various projects
  • Create shareable content
How to apply?

View the job post in full here and apply directly.

Note: We’ve selected these internships based on the “remote” tag, but some positions may still require some face-to-face time. Please contact the employer directly for more deets.

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5 top-rated hotels in Bangkok, Thailand under $40/night for your National Day getaway

Eyeing a trip to Thailand for the National Day break but have yet to book your flights?

What are you waiting for? We’re less than a month away from 9 August 2023 so you better hurry.

At the time of writing, I searched and saw a 2-way flight at $220.10 to Bangkok, Thailand, hence this post.

SG to Bangkok Flights

And if you’re booking your trip, allow me to share with you some top-rated hotels in Bangkok, Thailand under $40/night. 

Hotel prices reflected are based on dates selected from 9 to 12 August 2023.

Capital O 564 Nature Boutique Hotel

Capital O 564 Nature Boutique Hotel collage

Price: $17/night

Also referred to as Nature Boutique Hotel on Google Maps, this property sits at 19 Vibhavadi Rangsit 38 Alley in the Chatuchak district. It’s a 10-minute ride to Chatuchak Weekend Market and 15 minutes away from Don Mueang International Airport. At the time of writing, there are only 3 rooms left for the standard double room with a double bed. If you’re lucky enough, you might be able to book a room at $14/night. If not, go for the superior twin room at $17//night.

Capital O 564 Nature Boutique Hotel

Marigold Sukhumvit

Marigold Sukhumvit collage

Price: $30/night

This hotel is slightly further away from your typical touristy places but the rooms are much bigger in size, starting from 32 sqm. It was also awarded a top choice for Agoda travelers in 2022. You will find it about 40 minutes from Don Mueang International Airport and 15 minutes away from Central Bangna shopping mall. Both the deluxe double room and deluxe twin room are priced at $30/night.

Marigold Sukhumvit

De Botan Hotel & Residence

De Botan Hotel & Residence collage

Price: $33/night

De Botan Hotel & Residence is an Agoda-preferred property and was also awarded a top choice among travelers in 2022. It’s about a 40-minute drive from Don Mueang International Airport. Similar to Marigold Sukhumvit, it’s tucked away from the overcrowded landmarks but a 5-minute walk to Seacon Square Srinagarindra, where you can also access Srinagarindra Train Night Market. The standard king room is priced at $33/night and even offers a balcony with a city view.

De Botan Hotel & Residence

Aim House Bangkok Hotel

Aim House Bangkok Hotel collage

Price: $34/night

Aim House Bangkok Hotel is a 3-star hotel located along Charoen Nakhon Road, 1 km away from ICONSIAM, a high-end shopping mall. You will find yourself within a 35-minute ride from Don Mueang International Airport. There are various rooms available from $26/night but are almost sold out. Book quickly and you might secure yourself a standard room at a cheaper price. Or you can go for the premiere deluxe room for a more premium experience.

Aim House Bangkok Hotel

56 Hotel

56 Hotel collage

Price: $39/night

Last but not least, we have 56 Hotel, a 4-star hotel along Udom Suk Road in the Bang Na district of Bangkok, approximately 40 minutes from the airport. Similar to Marigold Sukhumvit and De Botan Hotel & Residence, it’s one of the top choices of Agoda travelers in 2022. There are various shopping malls in the district—Central Bangna, Paradise Park Shopping Center, and Seacon Square Srinagarindra. $39 will get you a night’s stay at its standard king room or standard twin room.

56 Hotel

So there you have it, the top 5 best-rated hotels in Bangkok, all under $40/night for your National Day getaway. Whether you wanna makan all the street food, visit the atas shopping malls, or explore the lesser-known places, these affordable hotels have got you covered. Jio your kakis, pack your barang-barangs, and book your stay in one of these budget-friendly gems. Have a superb time in Bangkok!

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Find Out How 1.5M Singaporeans Will Receive up to $700 in August

In August 2023, the Singapore government will implement an enhanced Goods and Services Tax Voucher (GSTV) – Cash scheme to assist approximately 1.5 million Singaporeans with their living expenses. This initiative, announced by Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong during the Budget speech earlier this year, aims to alleviate financial burdens by offering cash aid of up to $700. Let’s explore the details of this program and how eligible individuals can benefit from it.

Under the GSTV – Cash scheme, eligible citizens will receive a one-time cash payment in August 2023. Compared to the previous year, the enhanced scheme will provide up to $300 more, with a total potential payout of $700. This initiative is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to support lower-income and elderly Singaporeans by assisting them with their GST expenses and cost of living.

Streamlined Payment Process

To simplify the payment process, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) will replace cheques with GovCash for individuals who have not provided their bank account information or linked their NRICs to PayNow. GovCash recipients will receive a payment reference number at the end of August, which they can use to withdraw their GSTV – Cash and GSTV – Cash Special Payment at OCBC ATMs across the island. Importantly, recipients do not need an OCBC bank account to withdraw the funds at these ATMs.

Furthermore, GovCash recipients can utilize the LifeSG app for payments to merchants by scanning PayNow or NETS QR codes. They can also transfer funds to their bank accounts through PayNow if they subsequently register for PayNow-NRIC. These measures aim to provide convenient and accessible options for individuals to manage their funds effectively.

MediSave Top-ups

In addition to the GSTV – Cash scheme, eligible Singaporean adults aged 65 and above in 2023 will receive MediSave top-ups through the GSTV – MediSave program. Approximately 624,000 individuals will receive up to $450 credited to their CPF MediSave Accounts. This top-up is part of the 5-Year annual MediSave Top-up initiative announced during Budget 2019 and represents the fifth year of contributions. Eligible Singaporeans born on or before December 31, 1969, who do not receive Pioneer Generation or Merdeka Generation benefits will benefit from this scheme.

Future Support

The Ministry of Finance has assured Singaporeans that additional support will be provided throughout the second half of 2023. This includes top-ups to the Child Development Account, U-Save and S&CC rebates, and the Assurance Package Cash.

Checking Eligibility and Payments

Singaporeans who have previously signed up for government disbursement schemes and are eligible for the GSTV scheme can check their allocated GSTV – Cash and MediSave amounts by logging into the official GSTV website using their Singpass. Individuals who have not registered previously will receive notifications via the Singpass app, SMS, or hardcopy letters sent to their NRIC address by the end of August 2023.

To ensure timely payments, individuals should sign up for the GSTV scheme by July 10, 2023, to receive their payment in August. Those who sign up between July 11 and August will receive their payment in September 2023. Individuals who sign up after September will receive their payments by the end of the following month. The deadline for signing up for the 2023 GSTV scheme is April 30, 2024.

Preventing Scams

To safeguard individuals against scams, the SMS notifications sent by “GSTV” will solely provide information about their benefits. Recipients will not be required to reply to the SMS, click on any links, or provide any personal information. It is important to note that no messages regarding GSTV will be sent through WhatsApp or other mobile app messaging platforms.

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BOTTOMLINE

The enhanced GSTV – Cash scheme introduced by the Singapore government aims to alleviate financial pressures and provide essential support to 1.5 million Singaporeans. By providing cash aid of up to $700, the government strives to assist lower- to middle-income individuals in covering their living expenses. With simplified payment methods and future support planned, Singaporeans can access the financial relief they need during these challenging times.

Sources: 1, 2, & 3

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