“If you want a year of prosperity, grow grain; 10 years of prosperity, grow trees; 100 years of prosperity, grow people.” I keep coming back to this proverb. It won’t leave me alone. Maybe because as an anakbrunei, someone who has watched this country up close for a long time,…
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Language & Musings
Government vs. Private Sector: Key Mindset Differences Shaping Employee Perspectives
The working environment in government institutions and private sector companies is often starkly different, shaping distinct mindsets among their employees. These differences are influenced by organizational objectives, operational flexibility, and the nature of accountability within each sector. Here, we explore some key distinctions in the mindset of employees working in…
Brunei Darussalam
Developing the Traits of High Performers in Your Organization
In today’s fast-paced business world, achieving excellence and high performance is always a top priority. High achievers play a crucial role in successful organizations, fueling innovation, boosting productivity, and fostering growth. So, what makes them stand out? Let’s take a closer look at the key characteristics of high performers and…
Language & Musings
AI Fatigue. Legit?
In a world where technology leaps are synonymous with progress, we’ve embraced tools like ChatGPT with open arms, marveling at the ways they can streamline our lives, enhance our businesses, and even mimic human interactions. However, as we wade deeper into this digital expanse, a new phenomenon is emerging, one…
Language & Musings
Skills Required in the AI Generation
The “AI Generation” refers to those growing up in an era where artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of everyday life. The skills required in this era encompass not only the technical skills to understand, create, and manage AI technologies, but also the interpersonal and cognitive skills to…
Language & Musings
Five ways to deal with ask-holes
You know the type. Someone comes to you with a problem and you give it proper thought. You say what you would do, maybe even check in a few days later. Then you discover they did the opposite, or nothing at all, and now they are back with the same…