Success is just another goal. It is doable. It is tangible. It is possible for anyone to achieve. So why do some people have success easily, while others try very hard all their lives yet never get there? What differentiates those who make it from those who don’t? What is the secret to success? Is there a secret?  

Nailing your make-up is one thing, but fine-tuning your look for that perfect shot is a whole different ball game. There are just so many factors to consider, such as lighting, background, angles, and so on. When it comes to being camera-ready, there is simply too much to learn.

Feeling overworked? Well, that's probably because you are. And guess what? You're not alone. In fact, 20 per cent of the employees in Singapore are clocking more than 11 hours a day. It's more difficult than ever to maintain the right balance between work and home. It seems focusing on one means the other suffers, and it weighs on your conscience. So how to find the right balance for you?

Last night I had the pleasure of seeing Yana Fry from YanaTV speak at our monthly networking event. Whilst her story, Zero to Hero - about the rise of her TV channel - was inspiring, it got me thinking about one of the concepts we play with at Key Person of Influence (KPI): What are the implications if you add '& media company' to your business name?

I've shared a lot about getting to know people and building relationships. But one of the best ways to get to know someone is by actually listening. Listening is more than just hearing what the other person is saying: the sounds coming out of their mouth. It also means comprehending what they are saying and being able to give feedback to show that you value what they have to say.

I had bought a lovely piece of pork loin and the intention was to cook something special forPatrick, my Ah Boy, as he had a week at home from the army. But there were just too many menus lined up for him, and he also had plans to hang out with his friends.

Borders are disappearing in the business world. Thanks to the Internet and the swift evolution of technology, more and more businesses — small and large alike — are taking advantage of the opportunity to expand internationally. Some experts even say we are moving toward a “global economy”: an economy where international expansion isn’t just an option, but an essential component of success.