Retrenched. Replaced. Redundant.
What’s really happening in today’s job market?
If you’ve ever wondered:
👉 What happens when you’re being “managed out”?
👉 What’s the difference between retrenchment and redundancy?
👉 Or whether AI could actually replace you…
Then this episode is your wake-up call. ⚡
🎙️ Member of Parliament Patrick Tay joins Shulin Lee for a straight-talking conversation on:
✅ The hard truths behind retrenchment in Singapore
✅ What the Employment Act really covers (and doesn’t)
✅ How employers can handle exits with empathy
✅ Why unions and collective agreements still matter
✅ And how employees can stay relevant in a soft market
Patrick also breaks down what’s changing in our labour laws and how AI is rewriting the future of work.
Because here’s the truth:
No one’s job is 100% safe.
But those who understand the system… stay ahead of it.
🎧 Watch the full episode and tell us your biggest takeaway in the comments.
💬 Let’s talk about what job security really means in 2025.
#AfterTheBar #FutureOfWork #Retrenchment
Follow Patrick Tay:https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-tay-teck-guan-9880479
Connect with me on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/shulinlee/
More on the podcast → https://www.AfterTheBar.com.sg
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What to listen for:
00:00 Start of Episode
01:11 Introduction
01:35 What Are Your Rights When Being "Managed Out"?
03:46 Retrenchment vs. Managing Out: Understanding the Difference
05:19 The Singapore Employment Act
06:43 The Role of Unions and Collective Agreements
10:23 How to Script a Retrenchment Conversation with Empathy
13:19 Early Notification and Supporting Employees
15:27 Mutual Separation Agreements
19:52 Cultivating Healthy Work Environment After Retrenchments
21:05 "Get Fired With Me" Trend
23:06 Advice for Business Owners Amidst Rising Costs
28:26 What Can Individuals Do When They Struggle to Find a Job?
35:31 The Importance of Managing Career Expectations
37:51 Why You Need a "Second Skill" to Stay Relevant
40:40 Counselling and Mentoring Services for Job Seekers
42:47 Upcoming Changes to the Singapore Employment Act
49:27 Are Freelancers Covered by the Employment Act?
53:06 The Real Impact of AI on the Job Market
58:37 What Should I Do When I’m Wrongfully Dismissed
01:06:01 Final Advice: The Three R's to Navigate Change
01:07:01 Rapid Fire Questions
01:09:34 Outro
