By TEH WOON YA
Recently, I had been given a great opportunity to attend the Global Transformation Forum which was held from 21 to 22 October.
The forum brought world-class leaders and opinion leaders across the globe onto one stage to share how socio-economic transformation could effectively shape the global environment.
All the speakers were insightful and inspiring in their speeches, which motivated me to transform myself and make changes for a better future.
Here are some of my main key learning outcomes.
Keys to success
Former Governor of California, actor and bodybuilder Arnold Schwarzenegger shared secrets on how he transformed himself into a successful person.
First step is to set a vision and follow the vision throughout the journey. An individual must be able to think big and aim for higher achievement. We should ignore the naysayers and take out the ‘no’.
Schwarzenegger said, “Everyone said that it’s impossible for me to become a government leader in America. Yet, I tried my best and ignored all the comments and I have succeeded in the end.”
The next key is to forget plan B. “You need 100% of attention for the initial plan. Never be afraid of failure and never give up! A winner is one who will get up after they have fallen,” he added.
Lastly, he encouraged many to leave their mark on the world by giving back to the community, state and country.
Leadership and teamwork to drive transformation
AirAsia Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Tan Sri Tony Fernandes said, “I would not achieve what I have achieved now without a fantastic team with similar mission and passion.”
He shared that companies tend to focus on external stakeholders, but in fact, internal branding and relationships are more important.
Hernandes shared, “I have reduced the gap between myself and my staff, offered rewards and training as well as communicated with them on a regular basis.”
Performance Management Delivery Unit CEO Datuk Sri Idris Jala has identified the types of leadership that can lead to a successful transformation.
“We need leaders who will pursue the impossible and are willing to try something new. Leaders must anchor on their true north (life mission),” he said.
Idris added that leaders should be able to work hands-on operationally by being involved in planning and coming up with solutions.
Play your role in making changes
Social commentator and activist Kiran Bedi said cultural values and lessons taught in school will shape how an individual views society. Her parents have often empowered her by telling her that no one can revent her from choosing to be exceptional. The media should be accurate in selling solutions rather than selling problems to the public.
Kiran said, “We are empowered to empower. The future depends on what you do today, not yesterday or tomorrow. You must always push the negative thoughts away and take in the positive thoughts.”
We are the future pillars of society, it is time for us to re-evaluate and improve ourselves to develop a better and more sustainable society.
If is not us then who? If is not now then when?
The forum brought world-class leaders and opinion leaders across the globe onto one stage to share how socio-economic transformation could effectively shape the global environment.
All the speakers were insightful and inspiring in their speeches, which motivated me to transform myself and make changes for a better future.
Here are some of my main key learning outcomes.
Keys to success
Former Governor of California, actor and bodybuilder Arnold Schwarzenegger shared secrets on how he transformed himself into a successful person.
First step is to set a vision and follow the vision throughout the journey. An individual must be able to think big and aim for higher achievement. We should ignore the naysayers and take out the ‘no’.
Schwarzenegger said, “Everyone said that it’s impossible for me to become a government leader in America. Yet, I tried my best and ignored all the comments and I have succeeded in the end.”
The next key is to forget plan B. “You need 100% of attention for the initial plan. Never be afraid of failure and never give up! A winner is one who will get up after they have fallen,” he added.
Lastly, he encouraged many to leave their mark on the world by giving back to the community, state and country.
Leadership and teamwork to drive transformation
AirAsia Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Tan Sri Tony Fernandes said, “I would not achieve what I have achieved now without a fantastic team with similar mission and passion.”
He shared that companies tend to focus on external stakeholders, but in fact, internal branding and relationships are more important.
Hernandes shared, “I have reduced the gap between myself and my staff, offered rewards and training as well as communicated with them on a regular basis.”
Performance Management Delivery Unit CEO Datuk Sri Idris Jala has identified the types of leadership that can lead to a successful transformation.
“We need leaders who will pursue the impossible and are willing to try something new. Leaders must anchor on their true north (life mission),” he said.
Idris added that leaders should be able to work hands-on operationally by being involved in planning and coming up with solutions.
Play your role in making changes
Social commentator and activist Kiran Bedi said cultural values and lessons taught in school will shape how an individual views society. Her parents have often empowered her by telling her that no one can revent her from choosing to be exceptional. The media should be accurate in selling solutions rather than selling problems to the public.
Kiran said, “We are empowered to empower. The future depends on what you do today, not yesterday or tomorrow. You must always push the negative thoughts away and take in the positive thoughts.”
We are the future pillars of society, it is time for us to re-evaluate and improve ourselves to develop a better and more sustainable society.
If is not us then who? If is not now then when?