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“BRB, I Need a Break from Work”: Why More Singaporeans Are Taking Time Out

Is your job still your whole identity? Perhaps, at least, not for the 52.8% of Singaporeans who’ve taken a career break. A survey done in May 2024 reveals that while work still matters, many Singaporeans are starting to ask: how much of my life should work really take up? The takeaway is that life outside the office matters more to most.
- Tags: Career, People and Society, Survey
We asked Singaporeans: What Matters Most in a Career?

From fresh grads to seasoned professionals, we asked the HappyDot community what “Career Health” means to them. The top answers? Work-life balance, job stability, and feeling satisfied in what they do. But how do career priorities shift as we grow older—or move into new phases of our working lives? The answers might surprise you.
- Tags: Career, People and Society, Survey
Through the eyes of Gen X – a look into other generations

What traits do Gen X see in themselves and other generations? In a 2023 survey with 2,374 Gen X respondents (aged 40–59), we looked at how they perceive themselves — and other generations. While the findings are not nationally representative, they offer an interesting snapshot of how Gen X views generational traits.
- Tags: Gen X, People and Society, Survey
Beyond Looks: Top 5 Qualities Singaporeans Seek in a Partner

Whether you're swiping through dating apps or meeting potential partners through traditional matchmaking, understanding dating preferences can be a game-changer in your journey to find lasting love. So, what exactly are HappyDotters looking for in a relationship?
- Tags: Dating, People and Society, Relationships, Survey