A review by:

Mr. Chan Bing Fai

Former school teacher, Headmaster and educational technologist

Lynn Wong's latest book is SMILE though your heart is ACHING. This is a much awaited book, a worthy sequel to her first book "As Time Goes By" published five years ago. Both her books are generally about life and living. They are not autobiographies.

Her first book is centred more on childhood memories and growing up pains based more on events, observations and her responses and reactions to them, with the innocence of a child. Her latest book, however, is about the adult world with its ups and downs.

It is also about fighting corporate battles.

The words she has chosen carry her thoughts succinctly. They are warm and friendly without being pretentious. The topics included in both her books cover a broad spectrum of subjects and events. Some are more hilarious and many are focused on a more serious note.

Her approach to life is spontaneous, governed by prudence and common sense. It appears lighthearted and easy. Being a keen observer, even trifles, will not escape her scrutiny. Her response to these is largely based on common sense and knowledge; laced with wisdom.

Her thoughts flow through smoothly from one idea to another and the transition is gentle, methodical, tidy and logical. Lynn's philosophy appears simple and yet very profound and thoughtful; gracious and tinged with a lot of human skills and understanding.

Her books are very personal and subjective; unique, highly perceptive, intimate and reflective. I have enjoyed reading both her books and excitedly look forward to her next one which I hope will not take too long to come to fruition.

Her artist -illustrator- is equally talented in bringing out the many encounters and experiences of the author through her drawings; depicting expressions, moods and emotions subtly and with precision. Congratulations to both of you for complementing each other perfectly!

The typography and layout is attractive and designed for easy reading. The book is available in major bookstores.

It is priced at RM27.90.

Thursday, February 17, 2011

FROM ONE CORPORATE EXECUTIVE TO ANOTHER...

BUDGET AND CORPORATE PLANNING
It has been said that the strength of an organization lies with its people:- 
GOOD people
COMMITTED people 
PASSIONATE people
POSITIVE THINKING people
FORWARD THINKING people
People with the 'CAN-DO' attitude
People who are 'UP-BEAT' - full of ideas; not afraid to attempt something new
People who give more than is expected of them 
People who find work to be exciting
We need our people to be bursting with ideas, energy, 
creativity and innovation.
Some of you have lost it; some are losing it - I tell you, snap out of it. 
It does you not one bit of good.
You're not good at hiding it - that negative attitude!
If I were you, I'd get rid of it and quickly!
We are more interested in the other group - the one that comprises of people who are;
enthusiastic, energized, eager and burning with the spirit to excel.
You're not good at keeping it under wraps either - that fire!
To you, I'd say, keep on burning and be the light that shows the way.
Keep going and don't stop until you've arrived at your destination.
Your dream is within reach!
So, what IS budget?
Budget is not about producing good-enough results or making the figures.
It's about having the COURAGE & ZEAL to reach for what you know can be done!
Don't settle for the norm, be the exception.
Posted by As Time Goes By...by Lynn Wong at 5:51 PM

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