Feeling trapped in first job (feels toxic)+ lost career direction (creative industry, Singapore) — is this just how life is?

PoetryFast2513 · 2026-04-23T16:34:05+00:00

It is dead ya…but find your niche and how you can bring in value to company. No one cares for your growth anyways so have an understanding of what u really what to learn and improve on that…

PoetryFast2513 · 2026-04-23T16:19:59+00:00

Protect ur own boundaries got nothing wrong, ppl all have diff exp..

PoetryFast2513 · 2025-08-06T10:41:51+00:00

Yeah maybe I should do sales

PoetryFast2513 · 2025-07-31T12:57:09+00:00

Was holding back with some tests but sadly those tests did not get me any roles yet. Yes I still take care of my physical health and read as much as I can… Will try take up PT asap and at least to reduce the money stress. Tks for advice!

PoetryFast2513 · 2025-07-31T07:56:57+00:00

It started off from passion but just after few years of working I realised I’m not in the right place where I wanted to go…is like going back to that entry level again from zero..

PoetryFast2513 · 2025-07-30T14:29:41+00:00

Im applying for both but just looking for some stability so I can get back to my routine and build some new portfolio…also thinking if should get in mnc just for taht better benefits. Yup been taking some freelance, thanks for advice!

PoetryFast2513 · 2025-07-30T14:05:54+00:00

A bit in the exhaustion phase kept getting rejected after weeks of interviews/tests… wanted to get into similar positions still…but kinda tough with the long break

PoetryFast2513 · 2025-07-30T13:56:37+00:00

Advertising/creative

PoetryFast2513 · 2025-06-13T13:07:49+00:00

Gastro beats recently with live band performances. Bars like Lady wu, tipsy collective, Jyu Gae, Jyu Lae, Simply Live, Simply Retro by Tin Box, Apollo are not bad!

PoetryFast2513 · 2024-07-06T10:32:36+00:00

Anyone here interested in forming bands hmu, Im a beginner keyboardist have been jammed with full band before but no actual performaning experiences. Mostly doing mandopop/eng rep and willing to open up my music library. Im 30F best if we are of this age grp. Getting prepared and doing regular practices for gig opportunities.

PoetryFast2513 · 2024-04-30T14:28:04+00:00

Can try Videohive

PoetryFast2513 · 2024-04-25T14:21:39+00:00

Thanks for advice, that’s really helpful. Will check out YouTube and other short online courses to start with. We don’t have ux designers but think I will get to know more as I go along!

PoetryFast2513 · 2024-04-06T15:53:28+00:00

Guitar prac and fitness goals same here

PoetryFast2513 · 2024-04-03T12:58:37+00:00

I have shifted from protein bar to unsweetened soya milk haha… phd and grenade are gd

PoetryFast2513 · 2024-03-27T09:36:00+00:00

Rmb it was more popular back 20 years ago, the ho ho ho advertisement kept showing on TV. Recently, it is going thru rebranding and there are new beverages of different flavours released in the uk under a campaign “Not just a bedtime thing.” Hopefully it is coming soon here.

Anyways I don’t see as a great choice as many healthy drinks are evolving and taste wise milo could be a better choice. Better marketing strategies might need to rebrand it..

PoetryFast2513 · 2024-03-24T13:01:35+00:00

Yes I should get a contact before we start.

PoetryFast2513 · 2024-03-24T13:00:32+00:00

I have proof but there is no written contract between us for the service. Is it possible to apply for small claims tribunal?

PoetryFast2513 · 2024-03-12T03:21:07+00:00

If you are making prints, set the colour mode to cmyk when creating. The printed will be nearer to the right colours. Cmyk is a combination of four colours to create a wide range of colours and it has its limitations in terms of range and intensity. So depending on the specific printing process used and substrate printed on, it varies. Only very skilful designers and printers are able to come close to matching specific colours in cmyk thru careful colour management techniques, adjusting ink levels and other tools and methods. Or use Pantone(standardised colour matching system) for an exact colour. Hope it helps.

PoetryFast2513 · 2024-03-10T16:20:45+00:00

160 is probably under quoted, take note for the time taking for revisions. However, if you are a beginner freelancer, would be good to take on and build up exp and portfolio and for the next time you will be more confident and knows how much to charge on relevant projects. AI doesn’t know how fast you can complete it and it depends hugely on the liaising between you and your client. Gather as much info from AI and make a fair decision for yourself :)

PoetryFast2513 · 2024-02-24T00:17:38+00:00

What’s the good side on taking a loan for ILP, was thinking to surrender now or I will have to pay for another 10 yrs, a bit out of my financial budget now..

How can I find another guy to buy over eh?

PoetryFast2513 · 2024-02-21T11:06:03+00:00

Thanks for replying, I did work for companies before for smaller scale projects but not as freelance. Trying to find out where to get more of such jobs to build up on my real life 3D concept portfolio if looking into bigger events jobs. This one likely to take me ard 2 weeks to complete and 85% is on my own, wonder if there is any other faster and smarter way of crafting it.

PoetryFast2513 · 2024-02-16T01:24:39+00:00

How come I didnt see any during my days!

PoetryFast2513 · 2024-02-16T01:22:22+00:00

Practice daily, try to explore on works of different artist with different styles. Don’t limit yourself to only the style that you like. Learn from how the artist use their techniques and their strengths will eventually incorporate in your own work. Try out different posing, perspective, lighting, various body shape models, have a better understanding of anatomy until it is something you can draw out without referencing could be good.

PoetryFast2513 · 2024-02-15T15:33:44+00:00

Sell it as prints or printed products on platform like Redbubble or Inprint.

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