The Shy Speakers' Guide to Success on Stage

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Category Archives: Random Observations

Singapore By-Election Aftermath: 5 Communication Tips for Campaigning Candidates


Those of you residing in Singapore would probably know the story. It was a breathtaking two weeks of hustings with a local by-election in the electoral division of Hougang. For … Continue reading

May 27, 2012 · Leave a Comment

Concise Communication Tips for the Day


Greetings are cultural dependent – A Chinese person would most likely ask “Have you Eaten?”, to which you should answer “Yes..” to start the conversation. A Westerner would most likely … Continue reading

November 29, 2009 · Leave a Comment

What Does it Mean to “Be Strong”


I’ve been hearing the words “You’ve got to be strong” pretty often lately. And for a good reason too.

February 28, 2008 · 28 Comments

Why Wait Till Death?


I was letting my thoughts run wild when suddenly a thought came to mind. It seemed to strike me that lots of words of appreciation and positivity seem to appear … Continue reading

July 25, 2007 · 1 Comment

Simple Strategy for Success!


Today’s lesson is going to be short, simple and sweeeeet! I’ve come across various resources lately on public speaking, learning and dating, and there was at least one segment that … Continue reading

May 5, 2007 · Leave a Comment

Life is like driving…


Life is very much like driving. It’s not our intention to get involved in an accident. But in order to get to where we want to go, we have got … Continue reading

April 5, 2007 · Leave a Comment

Here’s how to improve yourself without paying!


My mentor once asked me, “What’s the best way to learn?” “Study? Read?” “No. Observe!” We’ve all been brought up and taught that the best way to learn and THE … Continue reading

March 21, 2007 · Leave a Comment

Communicating with Children


As a trainer, I’ve been previledged to work with hundreds of school children in various schools throughout my career. Together with being an uncle and elder cousin to several younger … Continue reading

March 15, 2007 · Leave a Comment

Taking for Granted


If somebody knows another well, does that give him the right to take the other for granted? Ie: If A “knows B well”, does that give B permission to take … Continue reading

March 8, 2007 · Leave a Comment

Constant Communication


I just returned home from running an errand, but there were 2 events that caught my attention. One happened on the bus. Another happened in a supermarket. Both involved 2 … Continue reading

March 3, 2007 · Leave a Comment

A Purposeful Life


John’s eyes were intensely fixated on the computer screen. His mind focused on navigating his virtual character through a labyrinth of mazes, fighting mythical creatures, orgres and undead knights. John’s … Continue reading

February 28, 2007 · Leave a Comment

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