May The “Fish” Be With You

August 25, 2014

The fish holds a special place in our life. It’s not just food but also a symbol for desired values and aspirations. To the Chinese, it represents deep meaning and significance. Phonetically, it sounds like another word, abundance (ä½™). As a race that has undergone thousands of years of “the sweet, sour, bitter, and spicy” […]

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Without Mr Lee Kuan Yew, There Will Not Be A Thriving Singapore

August 25, 2014

I grew up during the hard times, a period of turmoil and civil unrest in the history of Singapore. I am a living witness of the harm that communists and other dissidents did to the nation. At one point, they had enormous power in their hands and were not afraid to use them on the […]

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Live Like Water.

August 24, 2014

To live life is to be like water. The way of success is somewhat like a reflection of the way of water. Water speaks to me of ability, adaptability and agility. These are qualities that are much needed in the brave new era of uncertainties. Water can take on different shapes, states and sizes. It […]

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The Unsung Heroes -Thank You

August 10, 2014

As we celebrate the 49th National Day and the long weekend, my heart goes out to the many unsung heroes who work silently for us. They ensure that society continues to function and our economy keeps humming. As we sleep in the comfort of our bed, they keep our country safe and secure. They ensure […]

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A Key Ingredient To Achieve Success – Leadership

August 9, 2014

(I have been an ardent student of leadership for more than 40 years. I have studied the life of great leaders such as Nelson Mandela, Mahatma Gandhi, Mother Teresa, Florence Nightingale, Confucius, Lee Kuan Yew, and Steve Jobs. I discovered that there are 9 critical success factors that mould and shape their leadership skills and […]

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Gems In Our Life

June 17, 2014

Like a precious gem Each life has a unique value Hidden from anyone’s view A tap that flows with treasure That can only be opened Once we believe and realize Our true nature. Each is a child of the Creator And therefore a rightful inheritor A role that gives life to a play A value […]

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A Tribute To My Father (Part 4)

June 12, 2014

It’s Father’s Day On Sunday, 15 June 2014 This was one face-off that I would never forget for the rest of my life. It was not a normal face-off but one that was between a father and his son. I know that scene well because the two protagonists were Papa and me. It happened in his […]

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A Tribute To My Father (Part 3)

June 12, 2014

It’s Father’s Day On Sunday, 15 June 2014 On 1 March, 2012, I drove my Ma back from her hometown in Kulai, Malaysia. On the way back, she shared with me a story that touched my heart. My Ma told me about the special friendship between Papa and her brother. It was a relationship that I […]

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A Tribute To My Father (Part 2)

June 12, 2014

It’s Father’s Day On Sunday, 15 June 2014 On 17 March 1990, my Papa passed away suddenly. He had a heart attack after an enjoyable holiday. He collapsed while queuing up to stamp his passport at the Singapore Customs. At that point, our family was in shock and deeply saddened. It took us a long time […]

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A Tribute To My Father (Part 1)

June 12, 2014

It’s Father’s Day On Sunday, 15 June 2014 I want to share with you about my Papa (father). We had a wonderful relationship, memories of which I will never forget for the rest of my life. Papa worked 364½ days on almost every year. I don’t remember Papa applying for leave, falling ill, or taking time […]

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