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Looking for a career?
Published in In-Tech, 15th November 2007
There are lots of career opportunities in the IT industry for graduates who do not have a background in technology, especially in sales, said T.F. Chong, managing director of Hewlett-Packard (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd.
He said graduates of any discipline can join the sales team of an IT company. Banking graduates, for example, can help promote banking solutions. “Who better understands what a bank needs than a graduate in banking? They are more likely to know how an IT solution can help a bank improve its processes,” said Chong. A graduate’s attitude towards the job is what determines whether he sinks or swims in his chosen career, not what he has studied, according to him.
He will be sharing more of his views at the Starjobs-HP Career Talk this Saturday, from 10am to 1pm at Star Cybertorium and Cyberhub on Level 2 of Menara Star in Petaling Jaya (go to http://star-jobs.com/events/hpcareertalk for more details).
Chong has much experience to share. He is an engineer by training and holds a Masters degree in chip design from Burnell University in Britain. During his stint as an engineer, the salesmen in his company would bring him along on their rounds so that he could better explain the product to potential clients.
He said the clients were more comfortable listening to him explain how the product worked and how it would benefit their businesses. But when they made a sale, the commission would go to the salesmen. “After a while, I decided to give sales a try,” he said with a smile.
Another secret to making it in sales is to clearly tell a customer how the technology can help the business, he said. “If you can master this skill, you will have a successful sales career.” “But you also have to be prepared to work hard and have the right attitude,” he added. — JO TIMBUONG
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Chong: Job seekers only need the right attitude to succeed.
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An inside look at IT for jobseekers
Published in Star Metro, 7th November 2007
Jobseekers looking for opportunities in the IT industry are invited to attend a Career Discovery Talk with Hewlett-Packard (HP) at Menara Star on Nov 17.
The talk, organised in cooperation with Star-Jobs, will feature Hewlett-Packard (M) Sdn Bhd managing director T. F. Chong among others as guest speakers.
“The talk will be a golden opportunity for jobseekers to get a feel for the depth and scope of jobs available in the IT industry,” I.Star Vice-President Davin Arul said.
“HP hopes participants will gain a wider perspective on IT careers and the opportunities available,” Chong said.
The Career Discovery Talk with HP will be held at Star Cybertorium and Cyberhub, Level 2, Menara Star, 15, Jalan 16/11, Petaling Jaya on Nov 17 between 10am and 1pm.
Seats are limited, so register for a guaranteed space. For more information, please visit http://star-jobs.com/events/HPCareerTalk.
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Career talk on the world of information technology
Published in The Star, 16th November 2007
PETALING JAYA: Interested in joining the exciting world of Information Technology (IT)?
Find out more at the Career Discovery Talk with Hewlett-Packard (HP) with HP managing director T.F. Chong at Menara Star on Saturday.
There will be two sessions – one for technical professionals in IT and the other for those keen on a career in sales and marketing.
HP managers would also be on hand to talk about job opportunities in the organisation.
“The HP Career Discovery Talk will answer some very specific questions regarding IT careers.
“It certainly is an exclusive opportunity for job seekers as well as working professionals to find out how some of HP’s managers and leaders are growing with the organisation by successfully overcoming their career challenges,” said Chong.
“The talk will be a golden opportunity for job seekers to get a feel of the depth and scope of the jobs available in the IT industry,” said I.Star vice-president Davin Arul.
I.Star is the division that runs the Star-Jobs portal for Star Publications (M) Bhd.
The talk is from 10am to 1pm at the Star Cybertorium and Cyberhub at Menara Star.
Those present stand a chance to win one of five HP printers in a lucky draw.
Seats are limited. Go to http://star-jobs.com/events/HPCareerTalk/ for details.
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