LIEBSTER
BLOG AWARD
First of all, we like to
take this opportunity to express our heartfelt thanks to K.K.Cook (Kacii) for
nominating this blog for "Liebster" award, or the "favorite blog
award.
One of the pre-requisite
requirements is to tell 11 things about myself.
I. 11 things about
myself.
1. I am so blessed because
I inherited natural wealth talents, wild imagination and weak health.
I was born underweight, at only 2.5 kilos in 1961 and both my parents were
very concerned that I would not be able to survive long. I had been
frequently saddled with sickness in my early life. Today, I consider this weak
health a Blessing because it shapes me to be better,
stronger, sweeter and not bitter.
2. My talent in playing
Chess was spotted by my Primary School's teacher who then coached me to be
School captain. That led me to represent my school in both team and individual
events in the Penang State Chess Competition in 1973.
3. I then discovered that
I can overcome my physical weakness through my mental strength. I must admit
that these difficulties in my life did not come to destroy me, but it helped me
realise my hidden potentials.
4. With these turns, I
persistently pursue my education and obtained several academic qualifications
before the completion of my first Accounting Degree. At that time, I realised
that I can stay above poverty through the means of education.
5. By applying my knowledge, skill and strategies I managed
to grow a newly set up private aviation company to a publicly listed company
and was promoted as Financial Controller of the company.
6. However
in year 2000, my team and I managed to turnaround the company with
Knowing-doing Gap strategies and I had then fulfilled all of my dreams at
that time. I lost my sense of purpose in my life
coupled with my helplessness to defend the loss of my still born child. That's
subsequently led me to lose my passion in my profession.
7. Knowing
that I was dying inside and my spirit was literally drying up. So, I embarked
to pursue my second degree which is in Law, and soul searching journey.
That is where I hit the rock bottom of my life and is saved by the Lord.
That was my weakest time, yet the strongest in my life and how I was able to
stand up and pursue my bigger purpose.
8. In 2008, I simply quit my overseas job shortly after I
obtained my Permanent Resident. What at the time appeared as a bold and
irresponsible decision, would soon open doors that would enable me to discover
the "Missing Link" in my own life.
9. That freed me to enter into one of the
most creative and bold periods of my life. Guess what? I WAS venturing into
wealth coaching PROGRAM and social media at my late 40s before I completed my
Certified Professional Trainee Program.
10. With this turn again, I then realised my larger
purpose of helping people to live life in more fulfilling roles. I do
so by repaying back those kind souls and people who have touched my life.
11. Thereafter, I
joined Toastmasters International Club and got to know another great guy, he is
none other than Dr Ralph C Smedley, the founder of the club. Another friendly and mutual supporting environment to keep his legacy alive through education. I think
this is not coincidence at all, but for a purpose.
II. Questions from K.K.
Cook (Kacii):
1.) What is the
funniest book you've ever read?
The Chinese comic books,
Lau Fu Sze.
2.) Do you
prefer eBooks or print books?
I am typical conventional
person, who still prefer to read the hard copies than eBook. This is because I
can highlight certain passage to remind me of its application. As such, I need
to review it constantly until it really sink into my mind.
3.) Favorite book of all
time?
I must admit that Bible is
my favorite book of all time because every time I read it, I will receive
new revelation after each reading despite the same verses just like
squezzing the juice from the sugar cane.
4.) What was the best
childhood book you read as a kid?
I like reading story book
written by Mr. Charles Dicken “ Great Expectation" which contains lot of
inspiration and high moral value.
5.) Why do you love to
read?
I like to read because I
can acquire other's view points. I believe that is the way for me to grow up by
expanding my horizon, but also gain new perspectives. To me, that is the
fundamental of education.
6.) Where do you like to
read?
I do not have preference
in places to read and is very flexible, so long as I can attain my peace
and enjoy my reading. I prefer to be at cool place for example field, riverside
and close to nature at times.
7. ) Who taught you to
love book?
Those kind teachers and
souls (author) because both my parent are illiterate and gave me lots of
freedom.
8.) When did you realise
you were addicted to books?
I believe is when I was
teenager. At that time, I realized that I can overcome my physical weakness
through mental health. Thereafter, I do so to stay above poverty and keep on
improving myself in all aspects so as to overcome whatever storms that I have
to face.
9.) Who's your
favorite author?
My current favorite author
is Napoleon Hill, the author for "Think and Grow Rich".
10.) Which book are you
waiting for in agony for this year?
I intend to publish my
first book this year and this will be the book I am waiting in agony.
11.) Favorite movie/TV
show based on a book(s) ?
Three Kingdom about the
ancient history of China.
III. ) Questions
from Lift You Up
1. Which book impact
you the most ?
2. What do you look for
in your life?
3. Share your most
memorial event?
4. What is your
greatest challenge in your life so far?
5. Who is the person
who inspires you the most?
6. How you have been
inspired?
7. How you kick off
your day so as to keep your peak throughout your day?
8. how do you stimulate
your dream?
9. What can make you
laugh the most hard and why?
10. Share with us your
talents, gifts and how you intend to use them for?
11. What you enjoy the
most?
IV) The 11 blogs I'm
nominating:
Thanks and let us keep the
ball rolling.
Gary