In a downturn? Prep for upturn


Ko holding court during the SOBA Learning Series Workshop at The Star Pitt Street in Georgetown, Penang.

It’s tempting to cut back on everything when the economy runs into a bad patch. But while it’s a good idea to trim the fat, you have to make sure your company is prepared to pounce when the cycle turns positive, say speakers at the SOBA workshop in Penang. DAVID TAN writes.

DO NOT cut back on grooming talents during economic downturns — that’s the advice from Ko Chuan Zhen, executive director of Plus Solar Systems.

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