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Future of Work

Engineer's Growth: Mereka's Program Inspires New Horizons

Steve Lee took an interest in learning about the gig industry because he was looking to find new means of income that would offer him greater mobility and control over work. Here's how this engineer found a love for copywriting.
Future of Work

Mimi's Journey: Seeking Work-Life Balance in Gig Economy

The appeal of working in the comforts of your own home at your own time and pace holds great appeal. Like a moth to a flame, here's how Nurul Farah Shamimi, an Electrical and Electronics Engineering graduate, decided to shift tracks and pursue freelancing.

Future of Work

Clarissa Loi: From Banker to Digital Marketing Freelancer

Clarissa faced the same challenges other young people faced seeking employment during the pandemic, with competitive and over-saturated markets making it difficult for anybody to enter entry-level jobs. But the pandemic didn’t stop her from pursuing a change in career.
Future of Work

Mawar's Leap: Overcoming Fear in the Digital Gig Economy

"It’s okay to be afraid to do something new but it’s not okay to stay afraid," says Mawar Yudiana binti Mohamad, a Digital Entrepreneur graduate. Get inspired by this creative's continuous quest to step out of her comfort zone.
Future of Work

How An Extrovert Overcame The Isolation of Freelancing

As any freelancer might know, running a solo business tends to be wholly consuming and quite isolating. Community is everything, and this Digital Entrepreneur graduate found hers through the programme.
Future of Work

Persistent Growth: Aqilah's Journey with Mereka's Program

This chemical engineer turned copywriter took a leap of faith and pivoted careers by applying for a role in Biji-Biji Initiative. Instead, she was offered the opportunity to unlock further potential through a scholarship with the Digital Entrepreneur programme.

Future of Work

Tackling An Underlooked Aspect of Freelancing: Documentation & Management

Any freelancer can start work but a truly holistic freelancer creates project management and frameworks to ensure a wholesome approach to work. Read more to find out how architect turned digital entrepreneur Muhammad Sabri is levelling up his freelance career.
Future of Work

The Holy Grail of the Freelancing: Retainers and How to make Sustainable Income

Why does the freelance economy appeal to many? In short, the freelance economy, or the Gig Economy is defined as a ubiquity of short-term contracts in comparison to full-time jobs. But what if you, a freelancer, can relish the time flexibility of freelancing and a full-time's income? Read more to know more about this fabled legend!
Thought Leadership
Future of Work

Let's Hear from Nurlini Setiawarni, our Web Development & IT Intern

Here at Biji-Biji Initiative & Me.reka, proactiveness and self-initiative is highly valued and encouraged in our working culture. Get to learn more on the various experiences alongside hands-on tasks from our Web Development and IT Intern, Nurlini Setiawarni on her journey for being a part of the Changemaker Talent Development Programme 2021.

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Thought Leadership

Let's Hear from Jordan, our Marketing & Communications Intern

Learn more about the career and personal opportunities that Biji-biji Initiative & Me.reka has to offer from our Marketing & Communications Intern, Jordan throughout his experiences in being a part of the Changemaker Talent Development Programme 2021

Future of Work
Thought Leadership

Let's Hear from Laksheena Doshi, our HR Intern

Due to the flexible nature of Biji-biji & Me.reka, employees here are highly encourage to practice continuous communication with one another. This is especially beneficial during monthly meetings where an exchange of ideas alongside values are actively discussed. Let’s hear from our Human Resources Intern, Laksheena on her experience!

Thought Leadership

Migrant Workers of Malaysia Deserve Better

No human being should ever be treated as lesser or unequal because of race, gender, age or migration status. Migrant workers deserve to regain their confidence and be able to identify their rights as labourers in our country. How can Malaysians empathize with our workers?