February 2021 - IKON Malaysia

FASHION AND BEAUTY INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS BANDING TOGETHER AGAINST ASIAN HATE CRIME

25Feb

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Lifestyle, News

FASHION AND BEAUTY INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS BANDING TOGETHER AGAINST ASIAN HATE CRIME

FASHION AND BEAUTY INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS BANDING TOGETHER AGAINST ASIAN HATE CRIME Following reports of rampant hate crimes against the Asian community in the United States, prominent figures from across the fashion industry have come together to speak out against the violence. According to Fashionista, a group of fashion designers, editors, influencers and high-profile figures; some of which includes designer Phillip Lim, Instagram's Eva Chen, Allure editor-in-chief Michelle Lee, UBeauty's Tina Craig, influencer Chriselle Lim, have posted on their Instagram pages with the hashtag #StopAsianHate, speaking about these events and anti-Asian rhetoric, which has become a greater issue since the Covid-19 pandemic reached the U.S. According to a report by CNN, an 84-year-old immigrant f...

JOBLESS AND UNEMPLOYED, WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?

19Feb

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Lifestyle, News

JOBLESS AND UNEMPLOYED, WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?

JOBLESS AND UNEMPLOYED, WHAT SHOULD YOU DO? Let’s face it, almost all of us have been through that. Having resigned from the previous job, floating from one interview to another one, hoping you can land ‘The One’. But with the current pandemic which is still devastating the world’s economy, finding a job might be harder than finding a four leaves clover. However, not all hopes are lost just because you suddenly find yourself with plenty of free time. Here are some things you can do to keep yourself busy. Stick to a schedule Try to create a schedule and stick to it. This is important to ensure productivity and to maintain your mental health. Setting an alarm and wakes up at the same time every day. Try to create a to-do list and complete it. This can prevent you from wallowing in you...

most expensive hotel suites in the world

18Feb

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Business, News

most expensive hotel suites in the world

MOST EXPENSIVE HOTEL SUITES IN THE WORLD THE EMPATHY SUITE, PALMS CASINO RESORT, LAS VEGAS, USA Located 2 km (1.2 mi) from The Strip, this boutique Las Vegas resort features a one-of-a-kind art program interwoven throughout the property with works by globally famous artists. The hotel is home to the world’s most expensive hotel room, The Empathy Suite Sky Villa, which comes at $100,000 USD per night. Designed by British artist Damien Hirst, this suite includes two master bedrooms, massage tables, a salt relaxation room, and a cantilevered jacuzzi that overlooks the Strip. ROYAL PENTHOUSE SUITE, HOTEL PRESIDENT WILSON, GENEVA, SWITZERLAND Facing Lake Geneva, the iconic Hotel President Wilson, a Luxury Collection Hotel, is one of the most contemporary addresses in Geneva, set against...

15Feb

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Lifestyle, News, Women’s Corner

ufora lipmatte, a brand on par with its international counterparts

UFORA LIPMATTE, A BRAND ON PAR WITH ITS INTERNATIONAL COUNTERPARTS Matte lipsticks are smooth and sultry and offer the long-lasting, smudge-proof and waterproof colour that is often impossible with classic lipsticks. Matte lipsticks are also well-known for being not-user-friendly. However, with the newly launched Ufora Lipmatte, it is bound to help lipsticks' users embrace matte lipsticks. In collaboration with Kilafairy, whose real name is Syakila Nisa Jahangir Khan, said that she is not a person who looks brand. “I am drawn to Ufora Lipmatte because of its superb quality. “I am proud to collaborate with Ufora because this is a locally made product. What’s more, its quality is equal to other international brands,” said the actress. At the same time, Kilafairy has announced her p...

how to start a business during economic instability?

11Feb

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Business, Finance, News

how to start a business during economic instability?

HOW TO START A BUSINESS DURING ECONOMIC INSTABILITY? Reality hits us hard. 2020 was one of the worst years for many of us. Various businesses have to be closed down and workers are laid off from their full-time jobs. If you are thinking of starting a business during this crisis, you either have to stand out and have a contingency plan that can sustain your business in the long run. In January, Caroline Castrillon, a contributing writer for Forbes wrote a few ways to start a business during Covid. (All credit goes to the writer and Forbes) Determine your “why” The first step is to take some time to think about why you want to start a business. Are you passionate about a particular product or service? Do you want to make a difference in the community? Or maybe you're finally ready to ...

9Feb

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Business, News

top 5 most profitable business

TOP 5 MOST PROFITABLE BUSINESS With the current economic instability, entrepreneurs who wish to strike it big in specific industries have to play it smart. To help readers find potential sectors to start your business in, IKON has put together a list of the most profitable companies: Accounting, tax prep, bookkeeping services Legal services Real-estate leasing Outpatient care Offices of real estate agents and brokers On the other hand, some of the least profitable are as below: Oil and gas extraction Mining support Beverage manufacturing Grocery wholesale Garden and lawn supplies

top 10 power women of 2020 (as listed by forbes)

5Feb

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Leadership, Women’s Corner

top 10 power women of 2020 (as listed by forbes)

TOP 10 POWER WOMEN OF 2020 (AS LISTED BY FORBES) Angela Merkel (Chancellor, Germany) Merkel became the first female Chancellor of Germany in 2005 and is serving her fourth term. In November 2018, Merkel stepped down as leader of the Christian Democratic Union and announced she wouldn't seek another term as chancellor in 2021. Merkel remains the de facto leader of Europe, leading the region's largest economy after steering Germany through financial crisis and back to growth. Her leadership is marked by her steely reserve, from standing up to Donald Trump to allowing more than a million Syrian refugees into Germany. An October 2020 survey found 75% of adults in 14 European countries trust Merkel more than any other leader in the region. The big question that the public is now...

squashing her way to victory – datuk nicol ann david

3Feb

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Leadership, The IKON, Women’s Corner

squashing her way to victory – datuk nicol ann david

squashing her way to victory - datuk nicol ann david Nicol Ann David, or more fondly known as Datuk Nicol David is Malaysia's retired female professional squash player. Beginning August 2006, she was the world number one for a record-breaking 108 consecutive months before ceding the throne in 2015. In this exclusive interview with IKON, Datuk Nicol shares her opinion on the most significant challenges that young girls faced penetrating a male-dominated industry and her messages to all young girls in Malaysia. Which woman would you say is an inspiration/hero to you? And why? I would say my mum; Ann Marie is the woman that inspires me to be a good person. She always shows her gratitude towards those around her and giving the respect that everyone deserves at every moment. She told me from ...