“Hey, have you heard the news? Sam, our neighbour’s son, was promoted to manager last week! So when’s your turn?”
Deeply ingrained in our “kiasu” culture, the urge to compare is irresistible. From our test scores in school to the companies we join, comparison follows us everywhere. Understandably, the moment we start working, another race begins: How fast can you become a manager?
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