ST Headstart: Are you being micromanaged?

Welcome to the latest edition of ST Headstart, featuring career, personal finance and lifestyle tips every Tuesday at noon. The difference between a boss who checks in on your work and one who micromanages is significant. Micromanagement can involve excessive updates, needing approval for routine decisions, and rewriting work without explanation. To regain some autonomy, it's important to understand the reasons behind your boss' behavior.

Away from work, a colleague experienced a three-day silent retreat in Chiang Mai to find some breathing room. She found herself immersed in nature, looking at trees, after giving up on social interaction and notifications.

Gen Zs are also seeking respite by spending their Saturdays in strangers' living rooms. Meanwhile, a Singaporean student traveled 21,445km from Scotland to Singapore by train.

Interestingly, S'poreans might notice the impact of these trends through the local currency, bond yields and interest rates. Establishments offering muscle recovery and cognitive well-being are attracting customers.

As we age, our friend circles tend to shrink. To cope with this change, understanding how to maintain social connections is crucial.

The cost of a 46-day journey was $6,000, largely spent on food and accommodation. To stay updated, sign up for the newsletter or join ST's Telegram channel for the latest breaking news.