Traits of Young Self-Made Millionaires
Every Singaporean wants to be a millionaire. Some worked hard and made millions late in their life while there are others that made millions at a young age. Regardless of the age, the important thing is they made millions before their life ends. However, there are others that despite of working hard, millions seem elusive.
If you really want to earn millions, you should know that there are common traits of young self-made millionaires like Mark Zuckerberg (founder of Facebook) and Peter Voogd (founder of Game Changers Academy). Here are some of their traits:
- Sense of urgency: Millionaires have this sense of urgency. They do not wait for millions to come to them because it may take a lifetime. Millionaires constantly work in the direction of success. The “someday” mentality will kill dreams.
- Seeking mentor: They do not make millions accidentally. Millions are made with the help of many people. If you ask millionaires, they will usually mention someone whom they owe their millions – their mentors. Millionaires do not reach the status alone even if they are that smart.
- Concentrating on leverage: By leverage, it means looking for something that will keep you in that state no matter what happens. The leverage of millionaires includes partnerships, affiliates, investment properties and many more. If you notice, millionaires do not focus on one thing.
- Not caring about what others think: Millionaires do not care about what others think of them because in reality, it keeps them limited. Millionaires do not waste time pleasing others.
There you go. If you really want to make millions, you have to assess yourself. Singapore is a lucrative country. You can make millions if you really want to. Good luck!
What You Need to Know about Censorship in Singapore
Perhaps you heard about a recently banned documentary film here in Singapore. The documentary film titled “To Singapore, with Love” is banned because it poses a threat to national security. It was banned on September 10, 2014. The documentary film featured interviews from activists, student leaders and other communists who escaped from Singapore from 1960 to 1980.
Hundredths of Singaporeans are indignant of the ban so they fled to Malaysia to watch the screening. For your information, the Media Development Authority (MDA) is the media regulator here. MDA is in-charge of censorship of films. The censorship essentially marks political, religious and racial films. The distributing (or exhibiting) of films here is ruled by Films Act of 1981.
The films are classified under six ratings for diverse groups of audiences. Here are the ratings:
- G: G stands for General. These are films suitable for all ages. In other words, anyone can watch it.
- PG: PG stands for Parental Guidance. There is no age restriction but parents should be there when their young ones watch the film.
- PG 13: PG 13 stands for Parental Guidance Strongly Cautioned. These films are only suitable for kids thirteen and above.
- NC 16: NC 16 stands for No Children Under 16. This simply means that no child below 16 can be admitted.
- M 18: M 18 stands for Mature 18. These films are suitable for individuals 18 and above. These films may contain nudity, coarse language, gore violence and many more.
- R 21: R 21 stands for Restricted 21. These films are only offered for individuals 21 years and above. These films may contain strong sexual contents, graphic violence and the likes.
- NAR: NAR stands for Not Allowed for All Ratings/Banned. These films may contain things that can lead to controversies.
How Can You Prevent Your Child from Sexting?
As a parent, you can never be comfortable in your seat knowing that your kids are out there doing who knows what. It is your role and responsibility to look after them and make sure that their futures are vivid. Unfortunately, it is not easy especially that there are many temptations out there.
Have you heard about sexting? Sexting is when someone exchanges sexually implicit images or texts through their mobile phones. The term is broad that it also includes internet and webcam. Other people call this “nudie” or “cybersex”. This is a common issue. Singapore is experiencing it and so are the neighbouring countries.
Most parents are skeptical about sexting. You can be different and open your mind. Here are some things that you can do to prevent your child from doing sexting:
- Monitor phone usage: Let your child know that you will be monitoring their phone usage. You can check their internet usage, friends, photo galleries and messages. Do not forget other devices like laptops and tablets.
- Set controls: You have to set the controls. If your home has an internet access, you can block explicit sites as a start. If your child needs to download an app, research and see for yourself.
- Explain sexting: Whether your child is doing it or not, it is important that you explain it to him/her. You have to explain its dangers and repercussions. You can your child that it is illegal for a start.
- Let your child know you are there: You should always assure your child that you are available anytime if he/she prefers talking.
This is a sensitive issue that should be dealt with care. You are not alone because some Singaporean parents are expressing their concern about sexting. You can just sit down and let it happen or you will act.
The Supermoon Phenomenon
On August 11, 2014, Singapore and the whole world saw the supermoon. Not all Singaporeans saw its grandeur but there are still plenty of time to witness it in the near future. Supermoon is a phenomenon which is often called “perigee moon” or “perigee-syzgy moon” by scientists.
Perigee is a point which the moon is nearest to the Earth’s orbit. Syzygy occurs when the sun, moon and Earth are aligned. If you combine the two, supermoon happens when the moon is close to the horizon and as a result, it appears brighter and larger compared to other full moons. It was Richard Nolle who coined the “supermoon” in 1979. Here are the things that you need to know about Supermoon:
- Frequency: Scientists did their math and said that the supermoon happens after every 14th full moon. However, a supermoon can happen halfway.
- Natural disasters: It was believed that supermoon serve as a warning. This is not proven but there are people who believe so like in the case of the 2011 Japan earthquake. Scientists stress that there are no evidences found that linking supermoon and major earthquakes. Supermoon is a pleasure to see, people should not be afraid of it.
- Tide effects: You should know that the effect of sun and moon on the oceans is extreme when the moon is either full or new.
What’s not to love about the sky and the moon? The next time you hear about supermoon, you can bring your friends or family and gaze over the sky. It can bring pleasant feelings, you know. Try it.
Email is Important – But it Can Also be Counterproductive
Email or the electronic mail is a service that has the same function as a regular mail – to bring the something to a recipient from all over the globe. However, the good thing about email is that you don’t have to go outside or go far away. You just have to sit down, open your email account and click.
Ease of Using Email
Now, if you don’t have any computer or laptop, you can go to the nearest internet shop in your vicinity. During work, email is very essential because this is where your clients can be seen. This is where your income starts to grow.
Also, this is very important for you to continue living. Open emails only during break. What’s the difference between logging in to your email in the morning and in the afternoon? Actually, there’s no mistake of opening your email in the afternoon and in the morning.
The Danger of Using Email
But, it can affect your performance. How can it be? When you open your email first thing in the morning, you will definitely read messages from companies that are offering discount or something similar to that. Or you might receive an email from your college friend.
Basically, you will respond to his message until you forgot that you are at the office and you should work. On the other hand, opening your email in the afternoon or during break is the best time to do it because even if you chat with anyone at least, it did not disturb your work.
