I have completed three full Ironman 140.6 in the past five years. Guess what's the most challenging part of preparing for an Ironman race? It's not training because if you invest sufficient time and effort in training, then you can definitely finish an Ironman race. For me, and indeed most Ironman athletes, it's nutrition: what... Continue Reading →
I often write reference letters for my former students and those who worked with me. I don't always say yes to a reference letter request if I feel that my reference letters cannot help an applicant. I had a hard decision last year when one of my former undergrad students asked me to write a... Continue Reading →
Agassi in the 90s (photo credit: Agassi Facebook page) I was a fan of Andre Agassi back in the 90s. I just read Agassi's autobiography last month during my Christmas holiday. I am not a fan of famous people's biographies because they tend to talk too much about how difficult it can be to achieve... Continue Reading →
I occasionally help clients looking for a job or switching to a new position in my coaching services. I don't prioritise this service in my coaching services because 1) there are heaps of 'tips' on the Internet, and 2) each person's situation is different, so coaching for interviews or CV preparation needs to be customised... Continue Reading →
All project managers know that the success of a big project is a compilation of small wins; when small tasks are done on time and well, you will achieve your goal on time. However, we tend to focus too much on big success and forget to celebrate our small wins. 90 km cycling and 10... Continue Reading →
My daughter has been interested in dancing when she was very young. Still, at the age of 16, she dances a lot and enjoys her performing arts education. If you have artistic kids, then you would probably know the 'pressure' to train them and discover their talent early. This pressure comes from peers (peer students... Continue Reading →
Do you procrastinate? In my life coaching experience, the #1 top reason why people cannot perform is not about capability. You can easily improve your skills and knowledge by studying. The #1 top reason why people cannot perform is that people procrastinate! Procrastination is endemic in the human population. So, if you procrastinate, then don't... Continue Reading →
We all have just gone through 2021 in a mixed mood. Before I wrote this reflection, I read again my reflection blog post on 2020. Then I found some 'continuing' themes that we perhaps didn't enjoy that much. Yes, we were still under the influence of the COVID most of 2021, although we had the... Continue Reading →
Human brains like routines. If you don't build your work-from-home routine, then you will find it hard to work from home. Let brain science boost your work productivity when you work from home.
After living in this neighbourhood for 7 years, I just realised last month that this wonder place is within 10-mins of walking distance from my place! Hidden treasure, indeed! ^_< Now that we know how brain works, then how can we boost our work performance by using brain science? Rule #1. Limit the real 'focus... Continue Reading →
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