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Melissa Yeo

Melissa's unique storytelling expertise makes a difference for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Her background in content and social media spans eight years in various industries, including publishing, e-commerce and marketing. At Osome, she makes everything about running a business less intimidating. From specific accounting and bookkeeping advice to insights for company growth, Melissa's articles help you to take the next step on your entrepreneurship journey.

A collection of 33 posts

How To Cancel Your Work Permit in Singapore
Foreigner's Guide

How To Cancel Your Work Permit in Singapore

In Singapore, Work Permit cancellation is an important process that foreign workers or Singapore expats have to go through. In a nutshell, you are required to cancel a Work Permit when you are no longer in your existing employment, or when the Work Permit expires. Once the Work Permit has been cancelled, you will have to cut the Work Permit in half, and discard it so that it will not be misused.

·7 min read
Singapore Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP): Beginners’ Handbook
Foreigner's Guide

Singapore Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP): Beginners’ Handbook

If you're a foreign national but wish to stay in Singapore for over 30 days, you will have to obtain a Long Term Visit Pass (LVTP).

·12 min read
What You Need To Know About Singapore’s GST Rate Change in 2023
Money Talk

What You Need To Know About Singapore’s GST Rate Change in 2023

Here’s the thing: every Singapore business will experience a major change in 2023 as a result of the GST hike. So, what can you do to prepare for the rate change, and what is the Government doing to help? Here’s what you need to know, all wrapped up in one article.

·5 min read
How To Save Electricity for Your Small Business in Singapore
Money Talk

How To Save Electricity for Your Small Business in Singapore

Energy is one of the highest costs of running a business. So it’s no surprise that the rising cost of energy and fuel is one of the most significant challenges for small businesses these days.

·5 min read
How To Interview a New Employee
Better Business

How To Interview a New Employee

Hiring the right talent is no easy feat. However, asking the right questions can help you pick the right candidate for the job. Read on to learn more about guiding the conversation, so you can distinguish the right candidate for that position from another candidate who simply wants a job.

·6 min read
Accounting Treatment for Cryptocurrency
Money Talk

Accounting Treatment for Cryptocurrency

Cryptocurrency has gained popularity in recent years, with its usage dramatically increasing. With the rise in cryptocurrency buyers, companies and merchants are also increasingly offering cryptocurrency as a mode of payment.

·5 min read
How To Write An Employee Termination Letter
Better Business

How To Write An Employee Termination Letter

Letting an employee go is never easy, but it’s an inevitable part of registering a company. No matter what, though, you can still keep things cordial.

·6 min read
Ecommerce Sales Dates To Plan For in 2022
Better Business

Ecommerce Sales Dates To Plan For in 2022

Looking to achieve your sales targets this year? It is never too early to start planning your ecommerce activities and campaigns for the year. The trick is to plan in advance, and a time-tested calendar detailing dates of key events can be your company’s best tool.

·9 min read
Everything You Need To Know About Amazon Fees
Ecommerce

Everything You Need To Know About Amazon Fees

Although Amazon is a relatively new player in the Singapore marketplace, it’s been ranked as one of the most reputable companies in the world. It can be hugely advantageous to small and medium-sized enterprises looking to grow their audience, build brand awareness and boost sales.

·5 min read

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