Why I Enjoy Blogging & Storytelling
It all begins with an idea, but for me blogging taught me discipline. Having to sit down (whatever the frequency) and write is an important skill. It forces you to learn the difficult lesson that some of the best things in life happen as a result of delayed gratification.
Blogging also taught me to reflect on what's important and made me realise all the things I didn't know about a subject that I thought I knew pretty well.
Finally, blogging gave me a voice and you don’t need to think of yourselves as an established writer or speaker. It feels liberating to have a platform to air my views, which are free from censorship and criticism, but hopefully will resonate with people who also believe in what I do.
PPaysend Adventurer Program: Celebrating Recognition!
At Paysend, we understand the profound impact of recognizing our employees' efforts and fostering their growth. The Adventurer Program is our way of acknowledging individuals who exemplify Paysend's cultural principles in their daily work and behaviour.
Thought Leaders in Our Industry
🚀 At Paysend, we're not just focused on achieving our business vision 💼 We're also determined to shape the future of work and become thought leaders in our industry globally! 💡
Altruism
Altruism can be described as the unselfish concern for other people - doing things simply out of a desire to help, not because you feel obligated to out of duty or loyalty and as a servant leader, you're a "servant first" – you focus on the needs of others, especially team members, before you consider your own.
My Top 2022 Reads
I had a commitment for 2022 to read more - actual books, ones you can hold in your hands!
A Customizable People & Culture Tech Stack
As an experienced observer in the startup ecosystem, I have reached the conclusion that a customizable People & Culture technology stack is essential for the growth and success of startups.
Addressing the Issue of Burnout
The quote “Anything worth doing is going to be difficult” by Fauja Singh (oldest marathon runner) speaks to the perseverance and drive needed to succeed. However, it's important to remember that this level of commitment can also lead to burnout.
Employee Engagement
Startups face unique challenges as they grow and strive for success. An ongoing challenge they face is keeping employees engaged and motivated, especially in a remote first, fast-paced and rapidly changing business environment that startups operate in.
Game Changer
We announced 2021 to be a ''Game Changer'' for Paysend. So why would we invite freestyle rapper Chris Turner to poke fun at our global leadership team?
Paysend's Remote First Strategy
At Paysend we're creating "Money for the Future" and simultaneously building the "Future of Work" by enabling a remote-first, high-performance culture for Paysenders to perform and enjoy their best work.
Engaging Today’s Workforce
Engaging Today’s Workforce - HRO Today. The pandemic may be receding in some parts of the APAC region, but the impact on the workplace is still high.
Thank you Simon Kent for including me in your story, because engaging with workers in this environment will remain a challenge for HR for years to come. Elements of the ‘old normal’ may be emerging, but these come with new challenges rather than a sigh of relief.
How to Handle Culture Enemies
How to handle culture enemies and maintain your organisation’s soul as it grows? Culture can evolve, but it should always remain true to your origins, in order to avoid your employees becoming culture enemies.
Damn You Covid-19, But Also Thank You!
The Restart. Sounds like a Hollywood action blockbuster movie, but it is in fact a typically catchy McKinsey phrase to describe how business leaders should get ready…
Culture Makan’s Hyper-Growth for Breakfast
Company culture has become both a fascination and buzzword. The original “Culture eats strategy for breakfast” phrase was…
Taming the Ego of Leaders
Having achieved a degree of success, leaders sometimes begin resting on their laurels instead of growing and pushing ahead.
Data Analytics - My Ultra Marathon Running
People Analytics has become, especially in the Disruptive Economy, a real game changer in how we identify, assess…
Leadership The Southeast Asian Way
I do most of my reflection while training for my ultra marathon races. Last week, I ran with a friend who happens to work…
Hire People Smarter Than You
Employees will always be a business’s greatest asset; they are literally the difference between success and failure.
Finding Your True North
I left school 20 years ago. Aside from revealing my age (which for me has always just been a number) I feel younger than…
My 2020 Bookshelf
Here are some of my 2020 books I would recommend as they intrigued me, but more importantly they helped me further fuel my…
Leadership Development – Hottest Ticket in Town?
Can U2 be considered the greatest band ever? Who would you pick as your choice for the best…
