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Naming your new company in Hong Kong can be a bit tricky because of all the rules from the Registrar of Companies. Here are a few tips to keep it simple: 1) Don't use names that sound like government agencies. 2) Make sure your name isn't too similar to others already out there. 3) Avoid anything offensive or inappropriate. Keep these tips in mind to help you pick a name that gets approved easily!

Plan B is good.

Soft Power in South Korea: Our Contribution to Global Culture! Tenute d’Italia has been part of prestigious events in South Korea, from the Busan International Film Festival to Paris Fashion Week. Through our collaboration with BM’s International, we’ve embraced Korean and Italian excellence, strengthening our intercultural ties. Discover how we support Asian soft power with quality wines and unique partnerships. 📰 read our second article about the soft power series on our blog 👇 link in first comment

After what feels like a hugely successful conference in Singapore, I am currently in Thailand enjoying time with my family and reflecting on where I am in my career and life. I learned a philosophy from Matt Church about doing what you love, with people you like, the way you want - and adopted this philosophy to suit my vision 😀 There is enormous effort which goes into achieving this vision, and the effort is worth it for moments like Singapore - and this video! #KeynoteSpeaker #GlobalSpeaker #PublicSpeaking Amy

I used to treat National day as just another public holiday For a long time, I didn’t understand the purpose of celebrating festivals. In my family, we don’t even really celebrate Chinese New Year. I also think it was just a long holiday, and do what I do as usual. I tend to stay alone at home, and feel anxious and tired about going to a place which has too many people. Traffic jams, crowded like sardines, oh my god… I wonder why people love doing this. But from another perspective, I feel that it was an under-expression of life. My life was so boring, always serious, no celebration, no connection with people, not having fun. I understand that festivals are intended to group people together and remember how far we have been through. I understand the importance of ceremony. For example, Singapore has a really amazing history. The top leader, Lee Kuan Yew led Singapore from a small rural area into the third largest financial centre in the world, his contribution will always be remembered by us. I feel that it will be a new experience if I let go of any worries and just join the celebration of festivals, and have fun. Today is Singapore National Day. Let’s celebrate! Enjoy and have fun. How about you? How do you celebrate National Day? Share me in the comment. ---- Thank you for reading! 📌 My name is Eric Lee, and I'm macro investor. I share knowledge, experiences, ideas, stories, and solutions to common problems that people face in finance and life.

My classmate owns the Shangri La Hotel Chain. His name is Baylor Kuok. He is the youngest son of Robert Kuok. Robert Kuok Hock Nien (simplified Chinese: 郭鹤年; traditional Chinese: 郭鶴年; pinyin: Guō Hènián; Foochow Romanized: Guóh Hŏk-nièng; born 6 October 1923) is a Malaysian business magnate, investor, and philanthropist. Since 1973, Kuok has lived in Hong Kong.[2] According to Forbes, his net worth is estimated at $11.8 billion as of April 2023,[3] making him the wealthiest Malaysian citizen[4][5] and 96th wealthiest person in the world.[6] As of April 2023, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index 2023, Kuok has an estimated net worth of $17.7 billion, making him the 97th richest person in the world.[7]

“不管黑猫白猫，能抓老鼠的就是好猫；不管英文中文，能有效交换想法并激发思考，就是好的沟通” (Regardless of language—whether English or Mandarin—as long as ideas are effectively exchanged and inspire thought, it's great communication). That was the spirit of the bilingual China-Singapore Design Dialogue, where I had the privilege of moderating a thought-provoking conversation between design leaders from both countries. It culminated in one key question: “Chinese designers already operate with China’s vast market scale & advanced technical capabilities: what more can Singaporean design(ers) bring to the table?” The Chinese panelists pointed out 3 key qualities, drawing from what they have seen & heard: 𝟭. 𝗜𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘆-𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 While commercial acumen is essential in a competitive market, the Chinese designers also recognized the importance of imaginative spirit— unconventional, boundary-breaking thinking in meaningful ways. What’s valuable isn’t just technical 𝘴𝘬𝘪𝘭𝘭, but also the discerning nature of design 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘴𝘦𝘵 (设计思维). This was exemplified by Donn Koh's sharing of STUCK DESIGN's approach in “asking the ‘wrong’ questions”, and also the multi-sensory Augmented Reality prototypes shared by Dr Ching Chiuan Yen. 𝟮. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗜𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗬𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸 The discussion also touched on the fact that design cannot solely be measured by the scale of its commercial success. While scale (“量”) is a metric for commercial success, the quality of design (“质”) is also gauged by how it elevates humanity. Jeremy Sun from Orcadesign Consultants eloquently noted that “设计师是以设计为信仰的传教士” (Designers are missionaries: upholding the moral values & purposes of design, and evangelizing the full value of design). 𝟯. 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲’𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 Chinese panelist 何勃 emphasized Singapore’s unique strength as a nexus at the intersection of diverse cultures. This gives Singaporean designers a sharper sense for “what resonates” with regional and global customers. Such sensitivity will be increasingly valuable as Chinese firms seek to expand internationally. Panelist 虞文怀 also traced the evolution of e-bike market from "tool" to "toy", and how design must thus increasingly focus on designing for the person (customer), as much as product (form & function). --- The dialogue concluded by exploring the nature of collaboration: where each side brings its best qualities for a productive fusion. China, with its immense energy, scale, and capabilities, serves as a forge for realization. In contrast, Singapore offers the qualities of an atelier — unconventional imagination, thoughtfulness, and finesse. Through this dialogue, with guests from Chongqing (“重”) and Singapore (“新”), we have been treated to a refreshed perspective on design and the role of collaboration between the cities: 对设计有了“重新”的见解。 #SingaporeDesignWeek DesignSingapore Council

"Corporate Insights from the Festival of Holi." "Letting Go for Growth: Lessons from Holika-Dahan" Holi's Holika-Dahan teaches us to shed old mindsets for business evolution. Embrace change to enhance culture and propel growth. "Diversity Drives Success: Lessons from Holi" Holi's colorful celebration underscores the importance of embracing diversity. In business, diverse employees and products enhance reach and minimize risks. Even without new products, strategies to enhance existing offerings can add value and broaden awareness. "Celebrate Milestones: Insights from Festive Feasts" Indulging in festival treats like Gujiya, phirnis, and Thandai fosters a sense of community and optimism. Similarly, acknowledging small victories amidst long-term goals nurtures bonds, fosters trust, and paves the way for future success. "Nurture Relationships with Stakeholders: Festival Insights" Like festivals reunite families, spending time with partners and investors fosters trust and collaboration. Understanding their strategies and fostering mutual growth ideas cultivates long-term success through strong bonds and shared benefits. "Balancing Enthusiasm: Insights from Holi" Just as Holi celebrates joy with natural colors, caution is advised against harsh chemicals that can cause reactions. Similarly, in business, excessive enthusiasm can lead to rash decisions, jeopardizing hard-earned connections and progress. Stay mindful and deliberate in decision-making to ensure sustained success. #BusinessWisdom #HoliCelebration #EntrepreneurshipInsights #corporatelessons

I recently had the opportunity to speak about a work event live on MONEY FM 89.3.  Being that it was my first time, I had prepared the salient points of my delivery and was confident in my ability to convey them. What I wasn’t ready for was the conversational nature of this interview.  See, a conversation (especially amongst four people from different industries) is different to delivering a speech. Within this short ten-minute engagement, I found myself mentally scrambling to contextualise the points I wanted to land within the backdrop of the programme.  How would I answer the host's question in a way that ensured a (1) seamless flow within the four parties whilst (2) landing the key points I needed to as a representative of my organisation? Often-times when it comes to a conversation, we’re not so much listening as we are waiting our turn to speak.  This happens many times to even the most seasoned of business leaders - we’re so used to delivering an address we forget how to create an engagement. This is understandable.  As leaders we are often expected to chart direction, critique output and provide approval.  All of this is one-way communication.  Often instructional and at times, transactional. That’s not how a conversation works.  A conversation is a delicate dance between people who have decided to be in the same room but haven’t agreed on a choreography.  It’s not a marionette moving its limbs at the behest of whoever holds the strings. Now, I often joke that my husband is too quick to provide a solution when all I want is a listening ear.  I’m by no means a believer in gender-stereotyping but a quick poll of the ladies might well support this hunch.  We want to be danced with, not told where to place our feet! So, here’s a not-so-pro-tip for navigating your next interview or panel discussion.  Have your main agenda written in point, on a post-it, in a way that you can check off.  Assign 30% of your mental resources to managing this.  The other 70% goes towards what I call “active listening” - getting under the skin of what your fellow panelists are saying and making a conscious effort to address their queries and views in a way that seamlessly delivers those agenda points you’ve listed out. It sounds logical in theory but is actually quite difficult in execution because the outcome of such an engagement rest entirely on this unspoken common understanding, the organic choreography that distinguishes interaction from instruction. When was the last time you had a conversation? 🙋♀️ Glenn van Zutphen (Founder, CEO) Neil Humphreys david chew Samsung Electronics Singapore National Heritage Board

In the wake of recent remarks about Singapore's exclusive deal, it's pertinent to recall the adage, "吃不到葡萄说葡萄酸" — "saying the grapes are sour when one can't have them." This saying invites us to reflect not on the critique itself, but on how we can rise above it through enhanced efforts in business development and sales. Criticism, while at times may seem unwarranted, often highlights the need for continuous improvement and innovation in our approaches. Instead of responding to negative feedback with disdain, there's a greater opportunity for us to double down on our efforts in business development, enhancing our strategies, and refining our sales pitches to not just meet but exceed expectations. This moment is a call to action for strengthening our commitment to excellence, innovation, and strategic growth. Let's leverage this as an opportunity to showcase our capabilities and drive towards even greater successes. #BusinessDevelopment #SalesExcellence #StrategicGrowth #Innovation