Does your workplace give you space to share your story beyond your role and daily tasks?
Imagine discovering that the colleague you work with on software projects is also a passionate board game enthusiast, a wellness advocate, or someone who has transformed their lifestyle through small, consistent changes.
At Mitrais, we believe everyone can inspire, and everyone can be inspired. This belief comes to life through Mitrais Talk, an initiative that celebrates Mitrais people behind their roles and creates opportunities for meaningful connections through shared experiences.
More Than Just a Sharing Session
The idea for Mitrais Talk was sparked by the casual, relaxed atmosphere of our Happy Hour, where conversations flow, and staff feel comfortable sharing. It started with inviting Mitrais People to step forward and share their hobbies, skills, passions, and personal journeys with colleagues, creating opportunities to explore new perspectives, exchange knowledge, and discover common interests beyond project discussions and deadlines.
Stories and Demos That Inspire
Every Mitrais Talk session brings something unique to the table. No matter the topic, each sharing continuously offers a fresh perspective and a valuable lesson that broadens horizons and ignites meaningful change.
Bonding over Thrilling Board Games
Apolos, Senior Designer, brought people together through his passion for board games. From his 77 collections, Apolos invited colleagues to play Cash n Guns, a mafia-themed board game that trains fast decision-making under pressure and features a Godfather. There were heart-pounding moments between anticipating who was about to be shot and deciding who to redirect the gun toward, all within the same short turn. The heart-racing board game session with Apolos sparked interest among other colleagues in trying out other fun board games.
Serenity of Breathwork and Sound Healing
On the other hand, Gita A., Content Strategist, loves exploring mindfulness through breathwork and sound healing. After completing an intensive course at Shantika International Institute of Integrative Wellness in Bangkok, Thailand, she led a meditation workshop at Mitrais Talk. She showcased her skills with different singing bowls, breathwork, and affirmations, guiding Mitrais people into a relaxed, serene state. The session invited colleagues to pause, reconnect with themselves, and discover new approaches to well-being.
Matcha Fusion for Drinks Enthusiasts
An afternoon of flavour adventure turns curiosity into hands-on experiences with Maya M., Business Analyst. What began as an interest in Japanese pop culture and rich history blossomed into a love of matcha-making. Maya came prepared with her own matcha set: a chasen (traditional bamboo whisk), a chashaku (bamboo scoop), a chawan (matcha bowl), and a chasen holder. She skilfully shared techniques to make a matcha base, then creatively combined it with other ingredients to create fusion drinks with refreshing twists that awed others, including a strawberry matcha latte.
Weight Loss Hacks with Proof
A. Bayu, Analyst Programmer, shared a jaw-dropping weight-loss and lifestyle transformation, illustrating how determination and healthy habits can support personal change. During the session, he shared the components of a healthy diet and recommended cardio and strength-training workouts to help shed weight. His before-and-after transformation pictures fuelled others to make conscious choices and take action for their long-term well-being.
Thoughtful Green Initiative at Home
Meanwhile, an eco-friendly voice was also heard from Mitrais Talk. Passionate about the environment, Reny M., Business Communication Program Manager, offered her insights into simple composting practices at home that produce plenty of nutrient-dense compost for her garden. She also encouraged colleagues to share simple, practical changes they have made at home, or hope to make, to reduce waste and adopt greener habits. By leading through example and sharing practical knowledge, she inspired others to take small but meaningful steps toward a cleaner and more sustainable future.
These diverse stories remind us that inspiration does not always come from something grand. Sometimes, it begins with a hobby, a personal challenge, or a simple idea worth sharing.
Building Bonds Across Hybrid and Project-Based Work
At Mitrais, our hybrid work arrangements and project-based structure shape how we collaborate. Staff often work closely with the same teams and divisions, depending on their project assignments. While this approach supports flexibility and focused collaboration, it may also limit opportunities to connect with colleagues outside our immediate work circles.
Through interactive sessions and open conversations during Mitrais Talk, colleagues meet beyond their usual project environments, recognise familiar faces, and build relationships that might not otherwise develop through daily work. Over time, these encounters help employees expand their internal networks, discover shared interests, and feel more connected to the wider Mitrais community.
Every Story Has a Stage
Every person brings something meaningful to the workplace: a talent, a curiosity, a lesson, or a life experience that may never appear in a project update. Mitrais Talk gives these stories a stage.
In a hybrid, project-driven environment, intentional opportunities to connect beyond immediate teams matter. For employees, these sessions offer the chance to feel seen as whole individuals, form friendships across divisions, and build relationships that extend beyond project timelines.
Your story could be the next one to inspire someone. Are you ready to take the stage?
