Tag Archives: failure

Paralysed by Fear

Posted on February 18, 2013 by bookjunkie

In my head I know all the right steps to take, but I am paralysed by fear. Fear of rejection, fear of failure, fear of not being good enough. I know I shouldn’t care because what could be the worse … Continue reading →

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Not Into Parties or Clubbing

Posted on September 18, 2012 by bookjunkie

I am terribly awkward and self conscious. Never been into parties or clubbing where I didn’t already know and was comfortable with everyone there. I prefer one on one meetings over tea with someone I know and like, rather than … Continue reading →

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I Wish Singapore Companies would embrace the Management Philosophy of Trust

Posted on October 27, 2011 by bookjunkie

Based on my experiences at work, the best and most productive times I had were at forward thinking companies that were non hierarchical. The lean, flat and collaborative structure really works. But most of all, and I think I sound … Continue reading →

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Ris Low Never Gives Ups

Posted on January 28, 2011 by bookjunkie

They say if you want success you keep trying even when you’ve failed before.  After being dethroned Singapore’s infamous Ris Low is trying for the Miss World Crown again and this time she sounds more confident.  Read about it at … Continue reading →

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Jon Hamm and His Girlfriend at the 2010 Emmys

Posted on August 30, 2010 by bookjunkie

I love a guy who is loyal.  Jon Hamm shows he is as he appears on the red carpet with Jennifer Westfeldt who have been together since he was not famous and couldn’t get acting jobs. He used to be … Continue reading →

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Steve Jobs is Gonna Chew Some People Up After the iPhone 4 Demo Fail

Posted on June 8, 2010 by bookjunkie

This is a problem most iPhone users encounter from time to time. Not being able to get onto the wi-fi network because it’s overloaded with too many users. At the latest iPhone launch today, as a result of all the … Continue reading →

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Attempting Fiction (The Interview)

Posted on April 21, 2010 by bookjunkie

Mila wiped her clammy hands on her new charcoal skirt and adjusted her white blouse.  Willing herself not to loose her balance she walked into the room.  It had been months since she had worn proper shoes.  The new shoes … Continue reading →

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