Hahaha, Lady Shum notices that too...ya lor...The Mayor keep on mentioning Miss Chew's name lor...it's ok...my mindset is already set...on that 28th June Monday is already my last day. I have already resign. Now, if I work everyday, I just have 1 extra day of salary...like that, my mental health is way much better, no stress...selamba only...yes, I am on early retirement mode...hahaha...
I met a guy once who came from a very poor background and was unable to take his education as far as he’d have liked. He left school at 14 and ended up working all his life as a customs officer, working his way up to a middle management role. When he retired at 65, he decided that at last he could afford to get the education he’d always wanted. So he got a law degree, did his training, and qualified as a barrister at the age of about 70. How many of us would have the attitude to learning you need to do that? (Never mind the energy!)
When you watch kids learn, you can see how much they enjoy it. Not when it’s boring rote learning with tedious teachers, of course, but when they’re inspired and motivated they couldn’t be happier. Well, you and I still have the same brain we had when we were kids. OK, we may have lost a few little grey cells, but we can still enjoy learning. And if we don’t keep learning, we stagnate and become boring old stick-in-the-muds. If you don’t learn, you can’t change, and if you aren’t changing, what's the point of being here?
So, make it your express purpose to keep learning. I know a teacher in Scotland who dreamed as a child of becoming a spaceman—like most of his school friends no doubt. However, he did something about it and, instead of allowing everyday life to get in the way of his aim, he lifted his head and made a point of learning and developing.
As a result, he won a scholarship to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Alabama for a week’s intensive space training, complete with zero-gravity exercises and simulated shuttle take-offs. How cool is that? After that he could pursue his dream of taking this knowledge and passing it onto the pupils he now teaches. All because he approached life as an ongoing lesson.
We can all learn* from people like him. Remember what it was that inspired you as a child? Or consider the new things that have grabbed your interest since. Learning new skills for work is valuable, from another language to new computer software. But any learning keeps your mind open and free and exercised, which will benefit your work and your employer. So, whatever it is that excites you, go on—make it your aim to learn more about it.
IF YOU DON’T LEARN, YOU CAN’T CHANGE, AND IF YOU AREN’T CHANGING, WHAT’S THE POINT OF BEING HERE?
I know I’ve said have a plan—both long term and short term—but there do come times when plans have to be thrown out of the window. These are the opportunities. I had a friend who wasn’t getting on particularly fast in his promotion plan. One day he found himself sharing a compartment on the train with his chairman. This was his opportunity. He could have fluffed his lines, made a jackass of himself, or been too embarrassed or nervous to take the advantage. But he didn’t do any of these things. He made his pitch perfectly. All he did was to chat informally but with the respect his chairman warranted; show a keen grasp of the company’s history, mission statement, and general aims; be presentable, smart, and well spoken; express himself clearly and articulately; and, most importantly, didn’t noticeably press his advantage—he knew when to shut up and back off. It certainly worked. His department head was told by the chairman that she had a “Smart young man there—bring him on a bit, will you?” What choice did she have but to promote him?
That’s seizing an opportunity. You can’t write that into your plan, and these moments will come along. When they do you must:
• Recognize them
• Play them well
• Be cool and suave
What you mustn’t do is:
• Fail to recognize the moment for what it is—a fleeting opportunity
• Panic
• Over play your hand
• Get so excited you make a idiot of yourself
Learn to see opportunities as balls—if they get thrown your way, you have but a split second to catch them. There is no time for asking questions, looking over your shoulder, weighing the pros and cons, or dancing the foxtrot. You either catch the ball or you don't.
Spend a little time looking back at what opportunities you have missed—and what you would do if you had the same chance a second time. Would you react differently now? What did you do wrong?
LEARN TO SEE OPPORTUNITIES AS BALLS—IF THEY GET THROWN YOUR WAY, YOU HAVE BUT A SPLIT SECOND TO CATCH THEM.
I will rescue him.
I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name.
He will call on me; and I will answer him.
I will be with him in trouble.
I will deliver & honor him.
With long life, I will satisfy him and show him my salvation.
How great are Your works, Lord.
How profound Your thoughts.
Senseless people do not know, fools do not understand.
That though the wicked spring up like grass, and all evil doers flourish, they will be destroyed forever.
But You, Lord, are forever exalted.
God, I feel tiny, small & insignificant today. Left to myself, there's no way forward. But I trust You to be with me and guide me. I'm trusting in Your strength.
Sometimes we have advance notice, but usually not.
Jesus stresses a strong foundation for such times - one built by not just hearing His word but also by living out the gospel. That practice is almost like pouring concrete into our lives. When the floods come, and they will, we can withstand them because we're been well built. The absence of practice leaves our lives vulnerable to collapse and destruction. It's the difference between wise & foolish.
It's good to pause occasionally and do a little foundation assessment. Jesus will help us to fortify the weak places that we might stand strong in His power when the floods come.
Jesus, I want to be not just a hearer but a doer as well. Give me the vision to see weak places in my foundation that need attention. And thank You for Your promised presence when the floods do come.
Father, help me to see that life's difficulties and challenges are opportunities for me to seek You in prayer and to grow in my understanding of who You are.
His guidance is essential and trustworthy for living a fulfilling life and not creating messes.
God has blessed us with so much, but it seems we're always looking for more; a bigger house, a better car, a larger bank account or...
Paul encouraged Timothy to remind people in his congregation that we brought nothing into this world, and we can take nothing out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that.
God has given us our very breath and life - besides providing for our needs. How refreshing it might be to enjoy and be content with His gifts and to say - You've given us so much! We don't need more.
Godliness with contentment is great gain.
Stephane think that Stéphane's job is secure for now lah...The Mayor still got work for Stephane lah...helping out with the A&P related matters...I also being mischievous, I mention to Stephane - if I am doing TP, Stephane is helping back in the design matters...then what this Miss Chew do leh? Stephane jawab - marah TAG (the Agency) lor...hahaha...
God; can You please restore back some clarity back into me...some confidence will be helpful too...
These words came from another buyer who have also decided to leave...
Its dfi loss . Seriously I like the way you handle ur portfolio
Very precise and proper 👍👍
It's good la at least u know ur stuff. Not so messy.
I see others kelam kabut 😛😛
Let's catch up for a drink or meal on me.
Cos u really being super helpful
That's y I said u vert helpful n really organise
