Toastmaster David Chew entertaining the audiences at the Kampong Glam CC, YEC BGM on 29 Sep 2007.
This is his winning speech at the recent Humorous Speech Contest.
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Laughter Is The Best Medicine
Tuesday, October 09, 2007
Hawkers Are Millionaires !
"Iras gets tough on hawkers who cook the books" The Straits Times, 9 Oct 2007
This is the latest on the strings of crackdown on hawkers who under declare their income.
It is no surprise to many people that many hawkers earn tons of money. They drive luxury cars, live in big houses, wear rolex ... It's time for me to revisit my career path ...hahaha
But not all hawkers are Millionaires ... many are only living a modest life.
The next time someone boast about his wealth and tell you he's a millionaire, just laugh it off and say you are going to buy char kway tiao from the Millionaire at the neighbourhood center.
This is the latest on the strings of crackdown on hawkers who under declare their income.
It is no surprise to many people that many hawkers earn tons of money. They drive luxury cars, live in big houses, wear rolex ... It's time for me to revisit my career path ...hahaha
But not all hawkers are Millionaires ... many are only living a modest life.
The next time someone boast about his wealth and tell you he's a millionaire, just laugh it off and say you are going to buy char kway tiao from the Millionaire at the neighbourhood center.
What Is Kampong Glam ?
Check out this cool video about Kampong Glam.
I like the visual, though I do not understand what is it singing about. Maybe someone can tell me ...
I like the visual, though I do not understand what is it singing about. Maybe someone can tell me ...
Saturday, September 29, 2007
YEC Biennial General Meeting Is Boring ...
Who says YEC Biennial General Meeting Is Boring ?
Watching Movie, Eating, Formal Protocols ... that same old thing again ?
Not this time ...
We have the most interesting and creative 17th term BGM at Gotham Penthouse (located at Clarke Quay) on 29 Sep 07 (sat) 6pm -10pm.
Highlights of the Event
Kampong Glam Dance
Comedy Night
Our sub-group, Kampong Glam Toastmasters Club entertained the audiences and make them laugh all night long. They were funny. If you want to watch their performance, come back to this blog in a few days.
Door Gifts For Everyone
Every one who came to the BGM is a lucky winner. Each of them is given a goodie bag. There were gift vouchers, magazines, notepads etc.
Lots of Lucky Draw Prizes
Ask the lucky draw winners and they will tell you that they want to come to the BGM again ! Yes, we gave out many lucky draw prizes to the audiences. The prizes include SPA vouchers to Batam, Air Purifier, Product vouchers etc. Thanks to the many sponsors.
I must admit this is the most successful BGM I've ever attended since I joined YEC 4 years ago.
Sunday, September 02, 2007
Our First 2 Trophies !
Kampong Glam CC Toastmaster Club contested in their first Area Z5 Humorous and Evaluation contest on 1 Sept 2007 (sat) at AIA Alexander.
Both representatives won in the contests !
Humorous Contest 1st runner up - David Chew
Evaluation Contest 1st runner up - Dex Yuen
Congratulations to Kampong Glam CC Toastmaster Club !
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
They Save More Than $1,000 Simply By Attending This Workshop ...
5 enthusiastic participants attended the PC Video Making Workshop on 12 Aug 07 (sat) afternoon.
If you are thinking of starting a business or creating your own video, don’t miss the next PC Video Making Workshop on 2 Sep 07 (sun).
Reserve your seat here …
YES, I Want To Reserve A Seat
On 2 Sep 2007 (Sun)
You can also Sign Up Now at Kampong Glam Community Club
For enquiries, please call 62984359
Monday, July 02, 2007
Would You Pay $50 or $1,000 To Create Your Own Video?
Professionals charge you at least $1,000 to turn your photos and videos from Digital Camera, Camcorder, VCR Player (VHS Tapes) into VCD / DVD for lifetime storage.
It costs you at least $2,000 to edit your wedding, birthday party or special occasion video into a professional looking video clip.
Companies pay more than $20,000 to create training video, corporate video or product demo video.
You Don’t Have To Pay $1,000 , $2,000 or $20,000
To Create Your Own Video.
Learn how to create your own video at this PC Video Making Workshop.
This hands-on workshop equips participants with the skills and knowledge to produce your own Video or Video-CD/DVD for home or business purposes using a PC.
Course Contents:
What equipments (hardware & software) is needed?
Demonstration on how to transfer Video from your VCR, Camcorder, TV to PC.
Trimming unwanted video or joining your video.
Enhance your video with Special Effects, add titles, add MP3 music or record your own favourite music
Output to VCD or DVD
MANY HAVE BENEFITTED FROM THIS WORKSHOP
Date
11 Aug 07 (sat) or
2 Sep 07 (sun)
Time
1pm to 4 pm
Investment
$50 (Members)
$55 (Non-Members)
You can also Sign Up Now at Kampong Glam Community Club
For enquiries, please call 62984359
It costs you at least $2,000 to edit your wedding, birthday party or special occasion video into a professional looking video clip.
Companies pay more than $20,000 to create training video, corporate video or product demo video.
You Don’t Have To Pay $1,000 , $2,000 or $20,000
To Create Your Own Video.
Learn how to create your own video at this PC Video Making Workshop.
This hands-on workshop equips participants with the skills and knowledge to produce your own Video or Video-CD/DVD for home or business purposes using a PC.
Course Contents:
What equipments (hardware & software) is needed?
Demonstration on how to transfer Video from your VCR, Camcorder, TV to PC.
Trimming unwanted video or joining your video.
Enhance your video with Special Effects, add titles, add MP3 music or record your own favourite music
Output to VCD or DVD
MANY HAVE BENEFITTED FROM THIS WORKSHOP
Some Have Turned The $50 Investment Into A $2,000 Per Month Part-Time Income.
Date
11 Aug 07 (sat) or
2 Sep 07 (sun)
Time
1pm to 4 pm
Investment
$50 (Members)
$55 (Non-Members)
You can also Sign Up Now at Kampong Glam Community Club
For enquiries, please call 62984359
Sunday, July 01, 2007
Computer Club Is Alive !
It’s was a sunny Sunday afternoon on 1 Jul 2007.
Cavan, Melvin and myself gathered at Kampong Glam CC computer room to do housekeeping.
After 3 hours of hard work and “sweat” work, we transformed the dirty and dusty computer room into a refreshing and clean computer room.
We also removed 10 old PCs to make way for 10 new Acer PCs !
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With the new PCs and the upcoming calendar of computer courses, Kampong Glam CC Computer Club will definitely be alive again with lots of activities. Keep a look out for the list of “Upcoming Events” on the right hand side of this blog.
Lastly, we must not forget Mdm Yeo, Jane and the cleaner for helping out too. It's about teamwork !
Sunday, May 06, 2007
Who says Team Building got to be in Singapore?
On 4 May 2007, 9 YEC members together with David, the Assistant Constituency Manager went for a 3 days 2 nights trip onboard Omar III Cruise.
It was the first teambuilding trip for YEC outside of Singapore! Not only that, we did it on the sea in International waters!
It was a wonderful experience. We had lots of food and drinks. We were mesmerised by the beautiful sun rises and sun sets. Most importantly, we indulged in great discussion on board the ship.
If you like to organise a similar team building trip like this, ask us and we will be happy to tell you more.
Sunday, April 22, 2007
Effective Emceeing Skills
You can see why I like going to NACLI's course as I'm back to the Learning Institute today.
Today is another sunny Sunday morning, many of us should be sleeping at home. But about 25 grassroots leaders from all over Singapore turned for the "Effective Emceeing Skills" course conducted by Kim Suah.
What I learnt at the course:
1) EmCee is derived from "Master of Ceremony".
2) Importance of protocol. How to address VIPs and visitors. You can check with your Senior Constituency Manager or the Group Constituency Manager for guidance on the protocol. Most people are not aware who is Group Constituency Manager (GCM). GCM manages a group of constituencies.
3) The 5 key roles of an EmCee are:
a) Composer
b) Coordinator
c) Controller
d) Communicator
e) Controller
What's the most beneficial is the role play. We were video recorded and we reviewed our "performance" together. It was fun to see ourselves "fumble" and we learnt many things along the way.
Most importantly, we met many new friends. I have the opportunity to exchange contacts with some of them. If you are my course mates, do remember to drop a message here.
Nothing beats personal experience, please register yourself at the next "Effective EmCee" course to learn more about it.
To Kim Suah and my course mates Aunty Asna, Noor, Karen, Anthony Richard, Mdm Lee Khadijah, Robin, Peter, Raymond, Albert and many others. Thanks for the great time today. Keep in touch.
Today is another sunny Sunday morning, many of us should be sleeping at home. But about 25 grassroots leaders from all over Singapore turned for the "Effective Emceeing Skills" course conducted by Kim Suah.
What I learnt at the course:
1) EmCee is derived from "Master of Ceremony".
2) Importance of protocol. How to address VIPs and visitors. You can check with your Senior Constituency Manager or the Group Constituency Manager for guidance on the protocol. Most people are not aware who is Group Constituency Manager (GCM). GCM manages a group of constituencies.
3) The 5 key roles of an EmCee are:
a) Composer
b) Coordinator
c) Controller
d) Communicator
e) Controller
What's the most beneficial is the role play. We were video recorded and we reviewed our "performance" together. It was fun to see ourselves "fumble" and we learnt many things along the way.
Most importantly, we met many new friends. I have the opportunity to exchange contacts with some of them. If you are my course mates, do remember to drop a message here.
Nothing beats personal experience, please register yourself at the next "Effective EmCee" course to learn more about it.
To Kim Suah and my course mates Aunty Asna, Noor, Karen, Anthony Richard, Mdm Lee Khadijah, Robin, Peter, Raymond, Albert and many others. Thanks for the great time today. Keep in touch.
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
Jokes!
Plan For Future:
Teacher asks children, what do u wish 2 do in future?
Ram: I want 2 b a pilot.
Vinod: I want 2 b a doctor.
Deepa: I want 2 b a good mother.
Ravi: I want 2 help Deepa.
Exams:
Exams are like GIRL FRIENDS;
1,Too Many Questions.
2,Difficult to Understand.
3,More Explanation is Needed.
4,Result is always FAIL!
Liar:
A man is dying of Cancer. His son asked him, "Dad, why do u keep telling people u're dying of AIDS?" Answer: "So when I'm dead no one will dare touch ur mom"
Delivered:
Sardar sent a SMS to his pregnant wife. Two seconds later a report came to his phone and he started dancing. The report said, "DELIVERED".
Three Feelings:
What's the difference between stress, tension and panic?
Stress is when wife is pregnant,
Tension is when girlfriend is pregnant, and
Panic is when both are pregnant.
Teacher asks children, what do u wish 2 do in future?
Ram: I want 2 b a pilot.
Vinod: I want 2 b a doctor.
Deepa: I want 2 b a good mother.
Ravi: I want 2 help Deepa.
Exams:
Exams are like GIRL FRIENDS;
1,Too Many Questions.
2,Difficult to Understand.
3,More Explanation is Needed.
4,Result is always FAIL!
Liar:
A man is dying of Cancer. His son asked him, "Dad, why do u keep telling people u're dying of AIDS?" Answer: "So when I'm dead no one will dare touch ur mom"
Delivered:
Sardar sent a SMS to his pregnant wife. Two seconds later a report came to his phone and he started dancing. The report said, "DELIVERED".
Three Feelings:
What's the difference between stress, tension and panic?
Stress is when wife is pregnant,
Tension is when girlfriend is pregnant, and
Panic is when both are pregnant.
Friday, March 16, 2007
孙子兵法与人际关系
On a sunny sunday morning (10 Mar 2007), I'm back to NACLI (National Community Leadership Institute.
This is the first time I'm attending a course conducted in mandarin at NACLI. Strangely, I was a bit excited and lokking forward to it. Primarily, I'm eager to learnt more about Sun Tzu. Visit Wikipedia for more information about Sun Tzu.
My teacher (王志光)is an experienced veteran who has worked in the Civil Service for many many years. He is around 60 years old. Definitely a wise old man to learn from.
During the 1 day course, I learnt many useful tips on interpersonal relationships. It's importance on the success of our lives in career, family, friendships etc can be summarised as follow:
87.5% - Interpersonal relationships
12.5% - Knowledge
According to research, your success in life is 87.5% dependant on Interpersonal relationships. Start focusing on improving your Interpersonal relationships if you want greater Success in life.
There are many other tips I learnt which you ought to find out yourself by attending the course at NACLI. I highly recommend anyone to attend this course.
先胜而后求战
不要出战而后求胜
This is the first time I'm attending a course conducted in mandarin at NACLI. Strangely, I was a bit excited and lokking forward to it. Primarily, I'm eager to learnt more about Sun Tzu. Visit Wikipedia for more information about Sun Tzu.
My teacher (王志光)is an experienced veteran who has worked in the Civil Service for many many years. He is around 60 years old. Definitely a wise old man to learn from.
During the 1 day course, I learnt many useful tips on interpersonal relationships. It's importance on the success of our lives in career, family, friendships etc can be summarised as follow:
87.5% - Interpersonal relationships
12.5% - Knowledge
According to research, your success in life is 87.5% dependant on Interpersonal relationships. Start focusing on improving your Interpersonal relationships if you want greater Success in life.
There are many other tips I learnt which you ought to find out yourself by attending the course at NACLI. I highly recommend anyone to attend this course.
先胜而后求战
不要出战而后求胜
Monday, February 26, 2007
Chingay 2007
It was a night of excitement and colours at Orchard Road on 24 Feb 07 (sat).
Orchard Road was closed to traffic to facilitate Chingay 2007. At 6.30pm, Orchard was already packed with people on both sides of the road. People are seated on the road. Some brought their own mats, others like myself brought along food and drinks.
The first episode of Chingay was an argument between a Chingay Staff and an audience. Apparently, the audience paid for a Chingay ticket that was meant to be a complimentary ticket. Luckily, the heated argument was “extinguished” shortly after the audience cool down.
It was a long wait before the actual parade starts at 8.00pm. It was fun to see the different nationalities and culture performing down the lane. The performers put up a great show and many of us were certainly entertained. Though we were tired from sitting on the road for a few hours …
Sunday, February 25, 2007
Lieutenant Governor Marketing Sweat Out At Kampong Glam
It was our honour to have Goh Wei Khoon DTM, Lieutenant Governor Marketing of Toastmasters District 80 to visit Kampong Glam Toastmasters club on 22 Feb 07 (thur).
He was here not only to support us. In fact, more than just giving his usual speeches, he sweat it out by helping us put up a banner to promote Toastmasters Movement.
A picture tells a thousand words ...
He was here not only to support us. In fact, more than just giving his usual speeches, he sweat it out by helping us put up a banner to promote Toastmasters Movement.
A picture tells a thousand words ...
Thursday, February 22, 2007
Can You Talk?
Yes. Most of us can talk. But can you talk in public? Or rather can you do public speaking?
Most of us fear public speaking more than death.
There’s a saying “People rather lie in a coffin than to give a sermon at a funeral !”.
Is this a cancer? Can this fear be overcome? Yes. Join Toastmaster …
Toastmaster is a non-profit organization that promotes public speaking globally. It is effective and affordable. Millions of people have benefited from Toastmaster since it was founded. Today, there are more than 140 Toastmaster Clubs in Singapore. Many of them held their Toastmaster Meetings at Community Clubs.
As a Toastmaster member for more than 3 years, I’ve learnt and grown through the years. My public speaking skills and confidence have improved with practices and guidances by the experienced Toastmasters.
I’m happy to join Kampong Glam Toastmaster Club and I’ve volunteer to be the Vice President (Public Relations) for the club. It is now my duty to share with you the benefits of Toastmaster and to encourage you to join us.
We are meeting every last Thursday of the Month. The next chapter meeting will be held on 29 Mar 2007 (Thur).
Drop me a email at dex@achieversbank.com to reserve a seat. See you on 29 Mar !
Most of us fear public speaking more than death.
There’s a saying “People rather lie in a coffin than to give a sermon at a funeral !”.
Is this a cancer? Can this fear be overcome? Yes. Join Toastmaster …
Toastmaster is a non-profit organization that promotes public speaking globally. It is effective and affordable. Millions of people have benefited from Toastmaster since it was founded. Today, there are more than 140 Toastmaster Clubs in Singapore. Many of them held their Toastmaster Meetings at Community Clubs.
As a Toastmaster member for more than 3 years, I’ve learnt and grown through the years. My public speaking skills and confidence have improved with practices and guidances by the experienced Toastmasters.
I’m happy to join Kampong Glam Toastmaster Club and I’ve volunteer to be the Vice President (Public Relations) for the club. It is now my duty to share with you the benefits of Toastmaster and to encourage you to join us.
We are meeting every last Thursday of the Month. The next chapter meeting will be held on 29 Mar 2007 (Thur).
Drop me a email at dex@achieversbank.com to reserve a seat. See you on 29 Mar !
Saturday, February 17, 2007
HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR !
Gong Xi Gong Xi!
By now, most of you would be enjoying your reunion dinner at home.
For Sharon and myself, we are actually waiting for the food in our stomaches to get digested... Because we had our reunion lunch at my home 3 hours ago ! And we are going to have our reunion dinner at her home in 1/2 hr time !
How many reunion lunch / dinner did you have this year ???
Sharon, myself and the rest of the YEC members from Kampong Glam YEC would like to wish every one of you
HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR !
ZHU DA JIA NIAN NIAN YOU YU !
OINK ! OINK !
Monday, February 12, 2007
Lunar New Year Coming ...
Time flies ... Lunar New Year is merely 6 days away.
Have you done your spring cleaning? Have you bought new clothes? Have you done everything?
It’s time to get started. And btw when is our next YEC gathering ? Oh its on the 25 Feb 2007 (sun) 2.30pm at Telok Ayer Hong Lim Green Community Club. This is the first time we are celebrating CNY there. It’s the first time YEC is organizing this event. And it’s the first time for me … to be the emcee for the event … hehehe … So don’t miss out this event. Visit us at Telok Ayer Hong Lim Green Community Club.
Have you done your spring cleaning? Have you bought new clothes? Have you done everything?
It’s time to get started. And btw when is our next YEC gathering ? Oh its on the 25 Feb 2007 (sun) 2.30pm at Telok Ayer Hong Lim Green Community Club. This is the first time we are celebrating CNY there. It’s the first time YEC is organizing this event. And it’s the first time for me … to be the emcee for the event … hehehe … So don’t miss out this event. Visit us at Telok Ayer Hong Lim Green Community Club.
Wednesday, January 24, 2007
Blog The Spot Now
This is more than a blog.
It is an audio blog.
It is also a video blog.
It is a ......
It is an audio blog.
It is also a video blog.
It is a ......
Thursday, January 18, 2007
Life Long Learning at NACLI
Hi friends,
I just attended a course on "DISCovering Yourself and Others - Behavourial Analysis Using DISC Profile" at National Community Leadership Institute (NACLI) on 7 Jan 07 (sun).
This is a fully subsidised training programme for community leaders.
Community leaders, if you have not sign up for any programme yet, please do not wait any more. These programmes are well planned and professionally delivered by the trainers at NACLI. You can check out the list of available programmes at http://www.grassrootsconnect.org.sg and you can register online too !
I would highly recommend the DISC programme . The DISC programme helps you to understand yourself and others much better. Like the famous quote "Know Yourself, Know Your Enemy, Hundreds Battles, Hundreds victories" We will emerged a much better person after the programme.
I would also like to compliment the trainer, Peter Phan, for delivering a great programme to all of us. He was indeed dynamic, knowledgeable and friendly. Well done Peter !
For more information about DISC, you can visit http://www.mts-asia.com
I just attended a course on "DISCovering Yourself and Others - Behavourial Analysis Using DISC Profile" at National Community Leadership Institute (NACLI) on 7 Jan 07 (sun).
This is a fully subsidised training programme for community leaders.
Community leaders, if you have not sign up for any programme yet, please do not wait any more. These programmes are well planned and professionally delivered by the trainers at NACLI. You can check out the list of available programmes at http://www.grassrootsconnect.org.sg and you can register online too !
I would highly recommend the DISC programme . The DISC programme helps you to understand yourself and others much better. Like the famous quote "Know Yourself, Know Your Enemy, Hundreds Battles, Hundreds victories" We will emerged a much better person after the programme.
I would also like to compliment the trainer, Peter Phan, for delivering a great programme to all of us. He was indeed dynamic, knowledgeable and friendly. Well done Peter !
For more information about DISC, you can visit http://www.mts-asia.com
Monday, January 15, 2007
A new year , A new Blog
Fantastic! Now with this blog we can connect to each other more frequently and i'm sure this year will be a better year full with lots of activites and program. Cheers!
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