Heroes Wanted

March 28, 2016

http://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/200000-copies-of-new-workbook-on-lee-kuan-yews-life-and-values-to-go-out-to-students The distribution of the book on Lee Kuan Yew to secondary school students has gone somewhat viral and generated a variety of different responses, including apprehension and fear that it will will snowball into a cult of personality. While blind worship of mortal humans is unwise, not having heroes to look up to and […]

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Brussels explosions: Many dead in airport and metro terror attacks

March 28, 2016

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-35869254 I was supposed to be at Brussels in November 2015 to attend a Conference. However, because of a potential threat of a terrorist attack, the Conference was postponed to January 2016. I have met wonderful people in Brussels and been mesmerized by the beautiful city and its rich culture. It breaks my heart to […]

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Speaking for Life

March 22, 2016

Although I don’t speak or teach for a living, I’m honored and grateful to be given the privilege and opportunity to share with different people from all over the world. It’s a great honor to speak to various audiences because I love to do it and not because I have to do it. I have […]

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The Private Life Of Mr Lee Kuan Yew

March 18, 2016

https://www.reach.gov.sg/participate/discussion-forum/2016/03/15/kishore-mahbubani-the-enduring-ideas-of-lky Mr LKY exemplified the lifestyle of a great human and leader. To the best of my knowledge, he did not indulge in any vices. He was careful about his eating habits and he exercised regularly. He looked after himself so that he can be more productive as a leader. He was a model for […]

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Investing In A Healthy Marriage

March 14, 2016

Getting married is one of the most important decisions in life. Yet, a lot of couples spend more time preparing for the wedding rather than what comes after it. These couples are oftentimes more excited about going for a honeymoon than about growing the values of a shared life. They are more focused on how […]

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International Women’s Day, Tuesday, 8 March 2016

March 4, 2016

As we celebrate International Women’s Day, I want to thank and salute women all over the world and in particular, my wife, mother, godmother, and daughters. Without women, no man can exist, let alone achieve and enjoy many things in life. We owe to women much more than we can ever repay in our lifetime. […]

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I’m a “Bizaholic.”

February 22, 2016

On 12 February 2016, I told the professor who taught me policy development that I’m a “bizaholic.” In other words, I enjoy doing business. If I don’t spent adequate time on my business, I don’t have a proper work-life balance. Without work, my life is unbalanced. Was it really Confucius who said, “Enjoy your work […]

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Stop Destroying the Trees and Plants

February 19, 2016

Trees and plants share the same air, sunlight and water with us. They have the rights of stay on the planet as much as we do. When we hurt them, they scream in silence. They cry not just for themselves but also for all of us. Our loss is not just the loss of shade […]

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Lessons From Monkeys: The Art and Science of Achieving Success

February 12, 2016

According to the Chinese Zodiac signs, this lunar year is the Year of the Monkey. As I was born in the Year of the Monkey 36 years ago (Lol!), you can say this is my year. Although I don’t subscribe to this Chinese belief, I did some research about monkeys. I discovered many powerful lessons […]

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Transforming Your Business For Explosive Growth

February 12, 2016

Recently, I shared with a small group of entrepreneurs that by changing their business model, they can propel the growth of their businesses. Having been a CEO of both large and small enterprises, the chairman of the Asia Pacific region for a top-notch strategic advisory firm, and an established entrepreneur, I have personally crafted and […]

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