Nov 24Member-onlyThe role of feedback in good decision makingFeedback is an excellent way to help humans improve their performance. Even in the best companies, feedback systems tell people when they are doing well and when they are making mistakes. For smart phones, there is now tactile feedback when you type on the touch screen to allow you to…Feedback3 min readFeedback3 min read
Nov 15Member-onlyNot much of a choice because no information.In Singapore, most of the citizens don’t even have much of a choice when the government makes decisions. Despite being in uncertain times, and a lot of people having a hard time since the pandemic, there is a sleuth of tax hikes since the 2020 election, like after any other…Singapore3 min readSingapore3 min read
Oct 29Member-onlyEbay customer service FAILeBay seems to have failed both the seller and buyer. Now Ebay has a place where they will hold your parts and sell, so they have the power of consolidated shipping, but the problem is, it is run by idiots! I ordered various parts which are hard to find and…Ebay Fail2 min readEbay Fail2 min read
Oct 22Member-onlyRe-write your origin story, be a creator. (From my upcoming book)(This is a chapter from my upcoming book) Over my years of mentoring high-performing people with depression, I’ve come to realize that even though you may have the best environment to grow up and thrive, you can still find fault with something. Seeking perfection only leads to disappointment. I met…Self Awareness4 min readSelf Awareness4 min read
Oct 21Member-onlyCooling measures by raising price and increasing inconvenience does not work!Everytime the government announces cooling measures, it just drive up costs in the long run. Million dollar public housing? Why is this something to be proud of? 45 HDB sold for more than $1M in Sept 2022. All in the midst of uncertainty, inflation and Ukraine war. Many people are…Singapore4 min readSingapore4 min read
Oct 16Member-onlyIt is not that we are not listening, your opinions are biased.Singapore government is often seen as competent and functional, however, to most Singaporeans, many NGOs and government linked organizations are partisan, but most simply don’t seem to care. I do feel that when some of these people representing NGOs or government linked organizations that go from door to door to…Singapore4 min readSingapore4 min read
Oct 12Member-onlyImpactful Business Practices — How to Get to Real Business Impact.Over the years, I’ve met many companies who want to create sustainable impact while earning a profit. Some have been successful while others are still struggling. Profits is one of the key factor. If you are very focused on creating impact, supporting communities but don’t have enough revenue stream to…Social Impact6 min readSocial Impact6 min read
Oct 6Member-onlyAre older employees getting jobs?Not to get me wrong, I am not really looking for a job, but from time to time, I do apply for other job to know what’s my worth. In Singapore, since 2020, I have been applying for jobs in various fields. I am well versed in CSR, and have…Singapore4 min readSingapore4 min read
Sep 30Member-onlyStop trying to win practice!It is important to be competitive, however, there are times when you have to keep yourself in check. There are of course people who try to win at all times, and you probably encountered them online or in person. Yes, it is exhausting and what they are doing is annoying…Annoying People5 min readAnnoying People5 min read
Sep 19Member-onlyThe herd will follow the crowd.Humans like to follow trends, it is in our nature. Humans are often influenced by other humans. With the advancement of digital media, this can be a good thing. People learn from others, and this is how individuals and societies develop. Unfortunately, what we often learn (online) may not actually…Herd Mentality5 min readHerd Mentality5 min read
