Workplace Wellness: Treating Employees As Humans, Not Just Human Resource

Mischief in Da Pantry, Episode 5: Born to be Human, Coded into Robots

🚨 TEASER: EPISODE 5 OUT NOW! 🚨 Do you know that 16-year-olds and below will be banned from social media starting next month? 🫣 We're stripping away textbook theories to answer some real questions: are we helping our children grow in resilience, or are we actually coding them into robots that feed on technology? 🤖 This week, Shireen & Joel sit down with Em to tackle everything about social media and how it affects our children - from the habits adults should be modelling, to unleashed chaos if children are not taught to navigate this rabbit hole. It's gritty, but it's the best wake-up call you need to hear right now 💡 ------------------------- Host: Emellia Shariff (CEO, MIDP) Special Guests: Shireen Olikh (Clinical Psychologist, Illuminated Therapy) & Joel Low (Director, The Mind Malaysia) Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast belong solely to the guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of MIDP Group, its affiliates, or its employees.

Mischief in Da Pantry, Episode 4: Navigating Toxic Positivity in the Workplace

If you’re tired of being told to "stay positive" while your workload triples, this one is for you 🫵 In our latest podcast episode, we’re exposing why toxic positivity and performative wellness initiatives are actually damaging. We discuss how leaders can encourage resilience without dismissing their team’s honest emotional expressions - all while featuring rants, Reddit stories, and the spiciest unpopular opinions 🌶️ ------------------------- Host: Emellia Shariff (CEO, MIDP) Special Guests: Paresh Subramaniyam (Founder & CEO, Engage Life) & Low Ngai Yuen (Managing Director, AEON360) Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast belong solely to the guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of MIDP Group, its affiliates, or its employees.

Mischief in Da Pantry, Episode 3: We Learned Algebra, but not How to Handle Anger

Let’s get real for a second—the news lately has been... a lot. 📰 From the heartbreaking incidents involving Yap Shing Xuen to university-level conflicts, the headlines are a wake-up call we can’t ignore. In this episode, we’re unpacking the importance behind Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and Critical Thinking. Why are these skills the ultimate survival kit for students today? How can we move from impulsive reactions to thoughtful responses? Hit play and let’s dive in! 👉 Follow us on IG @midpyouth for more updates on youth leadership and transformation. ------------------------- Host: Emellia Shariff (CEO, MIDP) Special Guests: Kelvin Tan (Founder & CEO, Project ID) & Alina Amir (Co-Founder, Arus Academy

Mischief in Da Pantry, Episode 2: Workplace Loneliness - A Silent Epidemic

Loneliness in the workplace — it’s more common than we think. In this episode, we explore the data, the stories, and the small ways to reconnect. ✨😌Host: Emellia Shariff (CEO, MIDP)Special Guests: Dr. Brendan Gomez (Founder & Consultant Psychologist, People Transformers) & Ain Aissa Mohamad (Founder, Seek to Speak)👉 Like & subscribe for more snippets and episodes filled with sharp takes, laughs, and just the right amount of mischief.#WorkCulture #MischiefInDaPantry #CEO

Mischief in Da Pantry, Episode 1: Workplace Bullying - Brutal Truth or Being a Jerk?

Does bullying a bully cancel out the bullying — or does it just make you one too? 🤔 🎙️ Welcome to Mischief in Da Pantry — In our first ever episode, we dive into the messy grey areas of “brutal honesty,” calling people out, and where the line really is between speaking the truth and just being plain mean. Host: Emellia Shariff (CEO, MIDP) Special Guests: Rashvin Pal Singh (Group CEO, Biji-Biji Initiative) and Yan Lim (CEO, iOli Communications). 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly episodes filled with sharp takes, laughs, and just the right amount of mischief. #Bullying #BrutalHonesty #WorkCulture #PodcastLaunch #MischiefInDaPantry