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A competitive world. Add social and political complexities into the equation, we’ll get people who adore us, and people who loathe us. Far-fetching personal and professional goals are strenuous enough. Focus is all we need to get there. Yet, it’s not as straightforward as we anticipate. Just because of: …the unwanted noises around us. The…
I came across this truly inspiring video of Ellen meets Motivational Speaker Jay Shetty this morning, talking about gratitude. I thought this is a pretty good share. We are constantly swamped by pressure others impose on us that we have forgotten the importance of feeling gratitude or even courtesy towards others (even a simple smile) in our…
“Respect is earned not given” – one of the most commonly heard saying in leadership journals. Likewise, achievement is well deserved for those who worked hard for it. How many of us still believe in these? Take Margaret Thatcher (1925–2013) for example. She was the first female British Prime Minister from 1979–1990. When she spearheaded the role,…
The world is changing. Everyone is crumbling to cope with the pace of change. In particular, being social in the digital world today is seen as a form of necessity. It’s assumed that those who couldn’t keep up, they’ll fall. Those who could, they’ll succeed. Unfortunately, they have got it all wrong – How? Take an…
Admiring her talented neighbour who played the piano gracefully, she could only imagine herself on the bench someday. Fortunately, her neighbour was then her best friend of same age. Almost every afternoon after school, she would rush home and head straight to her neighbour’s house. Not for a little tea party activity, but to convince…
…,remember how you first started. In appreciation for all mentors who have coached us in every juncture of career. Thank you. Photo by JESHOOTS.COM
People in general love bad news. According to psychologist John T. Cacioppo, Ph.D. of Ohio State University, negative news takes the centre stage more than positive news mainly due to the brain’s ‘negativity bias’ (Psychology Today, 2016). “Your brain is simply built with a greater sensitivity to unpleasant news. The bias is so automatic that it…
Having a conversation can be a form of leisure activity when two or more people share thoughts and exchange ideas. Sometimes, feeling each others emotions through it can be relieving too. As a child, I grew up learning through conversations had with my family, relatives, and friends I met since pre-school. I remember those frustrating…
To be seen, to be heard, to be considered. The yearn for a voice to be heard in a kingdom of men, to be seen in a boardroom dominated by male delegates, and to be considered among sea of talents in an organisation ……………are painful. Prior to the first century, we witnessed leadership championed by…
Just because they are neat does not mean they enjoy doing chores. Having a strong character does not mean they prefer to love more than to be loved. Being independent has nothing to do with marital status. Spending effort and time on beauty is a form of confidence investment. A good career means stability and…