What factors contributed to Mr Hamid being a “success story” in achieving stable employment? by NUS Social Work CPE

2026-07-02 02:12:46 UTC

Motivation from the birth of daughter

T3: Flexible course hours and available support system

2026-07-02 02:14:18 UTC

Team 2: Sengkang

2026-07-02 02:14:32 UTC

1) Birth of his daughter gave him motivation; awareness that he needs a higher income to support the family

2) Supportive wife, employer and classmates

3) Career coach provided guidance and clear direction

4) His own efforts -- intrinsic motivation

5) Highly subsidised course -- only 5%

2026-07-02 02:15:23 UTC

Home Ownership aspirations

T3: Better compensation package

2026-07-02 02:16:35 UTC

1) Improved package pay and benefits, including CPF-contribution to buy flat

2) More comfortable working environment (air-conditioned vs out in the open)

Longer-term aspirations

2026-07-02 02:16:44 UTC

A "crisis" (childbirth) was introduced to the family, which triggered the client to think about longer-term family needs. While nothing was said about the wife (whether she is a homemaker), that could also be the extra reason why he needs to upgrade.