any one else going?
Monday, September 01, 2008
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Kbox
There's a new outlet of KBOX at ehub downtown east on the 5th level. Air con super cold.. it's a great mall for all chalet-ers..
double date with jie and gf today 7-1130pm.. haaas.. really damn enjoyable.. love eevery bit of it.. but sis and gf damn fast tired... (must be the flu they caught from me) haas.. sis in the end went home alone.. and weili wanted to stay and wait for cab with us.. really very nice person.. haas.. but we chase her home.. tml still got work somemore.. if not i'll sing until 2.. sing until throat gone..
aiya sis she's a good catch u knoe.. better treasure properly.. i'll side her if u bully her ar...lol..kla will help u abit since u speak up for me oso haha..
dont regret things that u take for grant. never take anything for granted. be contented.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
What Kind of office gossip are you?
Let's face it: People like to talk ... especially about each other. And at work, dishing about co-workers is part of almost every corporate culture, at least to a certain extent. After all, if you spend eight hours or more each day with the same people, you're bound to swap stories with your colleagues from time to time.
For the most part, these casual conversations are healthy, leading to stronger work relationships and improved camaraderie. Then again, co-workers who spread ugly rumors or gossip can negatively affect the office environment and create friction.
Following are five common types of office gossips you may encounter in your career and tips on how to deal with them:
The Tape Recorder.
You confess to a colleague that you're worried about your supervisor, who hasn't been very focused the last three weeks and has been coming in late to work. Later that day, like a game of office telephone, you hear a version of your story from a different co-worker, and it's not hard to figure out the source. The Tape Recorder takes your confidential conversations and plays them back to everyone in the office. The person's motivation is often to feel important or "in the know" rather than any malicious intent.
You need to be on your toes when interacting with this person. Keep conversations focused on business projects and tasks. Small talk is fine, but anything you want to stay private, whether it's about an upcoming date or your unhappiness with a new project, should not be shared with this individual.
The Marathoner
This is the co-worker who shows up at your desk and, even if you're busy, insists on sharing all of the "juicy" news she's heard -- about a colleague, a co-worker's sister and even friends of friends you've never met. She will gossip over coffee in your cube that morning, bring up more information when you run into her in the break room and then try to engage you again when you both exit the building that night.
Your best approach with the Marathoner is to cut her off at the pass: Try to change the subject when there is a pause in the conversation. You can also simply say you're busy at the moment and need to concentrate on your work. If you do this enough, she'll get the hint. If you have to talk to her for a business purpose, get the information you need and politely tell her you must get back to your projects.
The Double Agent
This individual plays both sides. He gossips to you about the boss, then turns around and talks to the boss about you -- and he'll exhibit the same behavior with your colleagues. Unfortunately, a Double Agent's secret is not usually revealed until you get burned by something you've shared with him.
It's best not to voice negative feelings about an individual or the company to this person. In fact, be very circumspect in what you tell a Double Agent, as he may even take a casual remark and twist it out of context. If you've had a run-in with a Double Agent, your best course of action is to have a straightforward conversation with him about his actions. He may not change, but he'll know you won't be an easy target.
The Scent Hound
This individual shows up seeking information when the office is abuzz with speculation. For example, after a high-ranking employee has left the company, the official word from management is that the job will be awarded to an internal employee. This has been the only official word, though, and the Scent Hound is looking for more.
When dealing with the Scent Hound, your best move is to avoid guessing games. For example, if this co-worker asks you about the open position, answer honestly. Say that you have no idea who will get the job, but you know that whoever it is will be well qualified for the role. Most of all, avoid playing along by speculating about the situation. More information will just encourage the Scent Hound to dig deeper.
The Complainer
This person regularly discusses his grievances with you -- and everyone else in the office. While it's natural to vent when you are frustrated, there's a difference between confiding in someone you trust and routinely complaining to anyone who will listen. This individual makes sharing candid thoughts a hobby: One week, he's unhappy with Joe in accounting; the next he's surprised by the subpar performance of Liz in marketing.
Since the Complainer thrives on interacting with other complainers, your best tactic is to resist engaging in the conversation when this colleague starts talking about his latest target. You'll feed the fire if you say that you've also had issues with Joe in accounting, for example. You'll likely take the wind out of the Complainer's sails, however, if you begin talking about the positive attributes of the individual he's discussing.
When it comes to office gossip, think of how you'd like others to respond to hearsay about you. Diplomatically avoiding the workplace rumor mill is a good way to show your colleagues, and your manager, that you are trustworthy, dependable and professional.
--from MSN career
Robert Half International is the world's first and largest specialized staffing firm with a global network of more than 360 offices throughout North America, South America, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. For more information about our professional services, please visit www.rhi.com.
Copyright 2008 Robert Half International. All rights reserved. The information contained in this article may not be published, broadcast or otherwise distributed without prior written authority.
Story Filed Wednesday, July 16, 2008 - 5:58 PM
For the most part, these casual conversations are healthy, leading to stronger work relationships and improved camaraderie. Then again, co-workers who spread ugly rumors or gossip can negatively affect the office environment and create friction.
Following are five common types of office gossips you may encounter in your career and tips on how to deal with them:
The Tape Recorder.
You confess to a colleague that you're worried about your supervisor, who hasn't been very focused the last three weeks and has been coming in late to work. Later that day, like a game of office telephone, you hear a version of your story from a different co-worker, and it's not hard to figure out the source. The Tape Recorder takes your confidential conversations and plays them back to everyone in the office. The person's motivation is often to feel important or "in the know" rather than any malicious intent.
You need to be on your toes when interacting with this person. Keep conversations focused on business projects and tasks. Small talk is fine, but anything you want to stay private, whether it's about an upcoming date or your unhappiness with a new project, should not be shared with this individual.
The Marathoner
This is the co-worker who shows up at your desk and, even if you're busy, insists on sharing all of the "juicy" news she's heard -- about a colleague, a co-worker's sister and even friends of friends you've never met. She will gossip over coffee in your cube that morning, bring up more information when you run into her in the break room and then try to engage you again when you both exit the building that night.
Your best approach with the Marathoner is to cut her off at the pass: Try to change the subject when there is a pause in the conversation. You can also simply say you're busy at the moment and need to concentrate on your work. If you do this enough, she'll get the hint. If you have to talk to her for a business purpose, get the information you need and politely tell her you must get back to your projects.
The Double Agent
This individual plays both sides. He gossips to you about the boss, then turns around and talks to the boss about you -- and he'll exhibit the same behavior with your colleagues. Unfortunately, a Double Agent's secret is not usually revealed until you get burned by something you've shared with him.
It's best not to voice negative feelings about an individual or the company to this person. In fact, be very circumspect in what you tell a Double Agent, as he may even take a casual remark and twist it out of context. If you've had a run-in with a Double Agent, your best course of action is to have a straightforward conversation with him about his actions. He may not change, but he'll know you won't be an easy target.
The Scent Hound
This individual shows up seeking information when the office is abuzz with speculation. For example, after a high-ranking employee has left the company, the official word from management is that the job will be awarded to an internal employee. This has been the only official word, though, and the Scent Hound is looking for more.
When dealing with the Scent Hound, your best move is to avoid guessing games. For example, if this co-worker asks you about the open position, answer honestly. Say that you have no idea who will get the job, but you know that whoever it is will be well qualified for the role. Most of all, avoid playing along by speculating about the situation. More information will just encourage the Scent Hound to dig deeper.
The Complainer
This person regularly discusses his grievances with you -- and everyone else in the office. While it's natural to vent when you are frustrated, there's a difference between confiding in someone you trust and routinely complaining to anyone who will listen. This individual makes sharing candid thoughts a hobby: One week, he's unhappy with Joe in accounting; the next he's surprised by the subpar performance of Liz in marketing.
Since the Complainer thrives on interacting with other complainers, your best tactic is to resist engaging in the conversation when this colleague starts talking about his latest target. You'll feed the fire if you say that you've also had issues with Joe in accounting, for example. You'll likely take the wind out of the Complainer's sails, however, if you begin talking about the positive attributes of the individual he's discussing.
When it comes to office gossip, think of how you'd like others to respond to hearsay about you. Diplomatically avoiding the workplace rumor mill is a good way to show your colleagues, and your manager, that you are trustworthy, dependable and professional.
--from MSN career
Robert Half International is the world's first and largest specialized staffing firm with a global network of more than 360 offices throughout North America, South America, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. For more information about our professional services, please visit www.rhi.com.
Copyright 2008 Robert Half International. All rights reserved. The information contained in this article may not be published, broadcast or otherwise distributed without prior written authority.
Story Filed Wednesday, July 16, 2008 - 5:58 PM
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Handwriting discover personality write-up (edited)
Welcome Jingxian Yeo, here is your handwriting analysis.
Jingxian has difficulty making decisions. Her mind changes constantly. She lives in an emotional tug of war. Jingxian could be described like a thermometer. Today warm and friendly, yet tomorrow she may be distant and cold, not wanting to be close to anyone.
Some research indicates that people with a severe variety in the slant of their handwriting have an inability to tolerate sugar and are suffering the side-effects of too much sugar in their diet. If moods swings are a reoccurring issue, investigate the diet.
If Jingxian encounters a situation she cannot handle she frequently pulls into herself. She feels her emotions are secure if she is withdrawn. When she has solved the problem she can be very outgoing and again need other people's companionship. Some see Jingxian as very moody, but it it would be more accurate to say she has two complete personalities that she chooses depending on the circumstance. This type of person is often hard to understand because no one knows what personality she is exhibiting today. She may not be bothered by something one minute, then the next minute become upset at the same thing. It is very difficult to pin down Jingxian's emotional expressiveness.
People that write their letters in an average height and average size are moderate in their ability to interact socially. According to the data input, Jingxian doesn't write too large or too small, indicating a balanced ability to be social and interact with others.
Jingxian is talkative. She enjoys talking and socializing. She may talk when there is absolutely nothing important to say.She enjoys speaking.
Jingxian is a cumulative and procedural thinker. She likes to have all the facts before making a decision. She thinks or creates much like a brick mason, stacking fact upon fact. Her thought pattern or the conclusion will not be complete until the last fact is in place. Like that brick wall, Jingxian learns faster through visual demonstration than through quick verbal instructions. Once she has learned new material, and understood it, she won't forget.
Jingxian is a methodical thinker, therefore she is able to build things and come up with new ideas. In an argument, she often loses to rapid thinking people because she is thinking thirty minutes later about what she should have said. These people often are very booksmart, but can be out-gunned in a rapid fire verbal debate.
She may learn new ideas at a slower pace than other "less detailed" people, but once she gets it, shecannot handle repetition. Some people hate jobs with too much repetition, she can handle it better than most.
Jingxian is a practical person whose goals are planned, practical, and down to earth. This is typical of people with normal healthy self-esteem. She needs to visualize the end of a project before she starts. she finds joy in anticipation and planning. Notice that I said she plans everything she is going to do, that doesn't necessarily mean things go as planned. Jingxian basically feels good about herself. She has a positive self-esteem which contributes to her success. She feels she has the ability to achieve anything she sets her mind to. However, she sets her goals using practicality-- not too "out of reach". She has enough self-confidence to leave a bad situation, yet, she will not take great risks, as they relate to her goals. A good esteem is one key to a happy life. Although there is room for improvement in the confidence catagery, her self-perception is better than average.
Jingxian is sarcastic. This is a defense mechanism designed to protect her ego when she feels hurt. She pokes people harder than she gets poked. These sarcastic remarks can be very funny. They can also be harsh, bitter, and caustic at the same time.
Jingxian has a healthy imagination and displays a fair amount of trust. She lets new people into her circle of friends. She uses her imagination to understand new ideas, things, and people.
For a graphologist, the spacing on the page reflects the writer's attitude toward their own world and relationship to things in his or her own space. If the inputted data was correct Jingxian has left lots of white space on the all four borders of the paper. Jingxian fills up just the center area of the page. If this is true, then Jingxian has a particular shyness toward people and a fear of moving too fast in any direction. In some cultures, respecting people, rules, and adhering to protocol are ways of life.
The right side of the page represents the future and the left side represents the past. Jingxian seems a bit stuck in the middle,>NOT< afraid to take action. <---See me!
Jingxian seems to have a fear of looking bad or of crossing boundries. It will be easy to work with Jingxian on a team, because Jingxian will usually follow the rules. However, this desire to respect the boundries can often be construed asa lack of confidence and people will walk over Jingxian if she is not careful.
Jingxian has difficulty making decisions. Her mind changes constantly. She lives in an emotional tug of war. Jingxian could be described like a thermometer. Today warm and friendly, yet tomorrow she may be distant and cold, not wanting to be close to anyone.
Some research indicates that people with a severe variety in the slant of their handwriting have an inability to tolerate sugar and are suffering the side-effects of too much sugar in their diet. If moods swings are a reoccurring issue, investigate the diet.
If Jingxian encounters a situation she cannot handle she frequently pulls into herself. She feels her emotions are secure if she is withdrawn. When she has solved the problem she can be very outgoing and again need other people's companionship. Some see Jingxian as very moody, but it it would be more accurate to say she has two complete personalities that she chooses depending on the circumstance. This type of person is often hard to understand because no one knows what personality she is exhibiting today. She may not be bothered by something one minute, then the next minute become upset at the same thing. It is very difficult to pin down Jingxian's emotional expressiveness.
People that write their letters in an average height and average size are moderate in their ability to interact socially. According to the data input, Jingxian doesn't write too large or too small, indicating a balanced ability to be social and interact with others.
Jingxian is talkative. She enjoys talking and socializing. She may talk when there is absolutely nothing important to say.
Jingxian is a cumulative and procedural thinker. She likes to have all the facts before making a decision. She thinks or creates much like a brick mason, stacking fact upon fact. Her thought pattern or the conclusion will not be complete until the last fact is in place. Like that brick wall, Jingxian learns faster through visual demonstration than through quick verbal instructions. Once she has learned new material, and understood it, she won't forget.
Jingxian is a methodical thinker, therefore she is able to build things and come up with new ideas. In an argument, she often loses to rapid thinking people because she is thinking thirty minutes later about what she should have said. These people often are very booksmart, but can be out-gunned in a rapid fire verbal debate.
She may learn new ideas at a slower pace than other "less detailed" people, but once she gets it, she
Jingxian is a practical person whose goals are planned, practical, and down to earth. This is typical of people with normal healthy self-esteem. She needs to visualize the end of a project before she starts. she finds joy in anticipation and planning. Notice that I said she plans everything she is going to do, that doesn't necessarily mean things go as planned. Jingxian basically feels good about herself. She has a positive self-esteem which contributes to her success. She feels she has the ability to achieve anything she sets her mind to. However, she sets her goals using practicality-- not too "out of reach". She has enough self-confidence to leave a bad situation, yet, she will not take great risks, as they relate to her goals. A good esteem is one key to a happy life. Although there is room for improvement in the confidence catagery, her self-perception is better than average.
Jingxian is sarcastic. This is a defense mechanism designed to protect her ego when she feels hurt. She pokes people harder than she gets poked. These sarcastic remarks can be very funny. They can also be harsh, bitter, and caustic at the same time.
Jingxian has a healthy imagination and displays a fair amount of trust. She lets new people into her circle of friends. She uses her imagination to understand new ideas, things, and people.
For a graphologist, the spacing on the page reflects the writer's attitude toward their own world and relationship to things in his or her own space. If the inputted data was correct Jingxian has left lots of white space on the all four borders of the paper. Jingxian fills up just the center area of the page. If this is true, then Jingxian has a particular shyness toward people and a fear of moving too fast in any direction. In some cultures, respecting people, rules, and adhering to protocol are ways of life.
The right side of the page represents the future and the left side represents the past. Jingxian seems a bit stuck in the middle,>NOT< afraid to take action. <---See me!
Jingxian seems to have a fear of looking bad or of crossing boundries. It will be easy to work with Jingxian on a team, because Jingxian will usually follow the rules. However, this desire to respect the boundries can often be construed as
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Dirtying myself
Global Personality Test Results |
| Stability (40%) moderately low which suggests you are worrying, insecure, emotional, and anxious. Orderliness (36%) moderately low which suggests you are, at times, overly flexible, improvised, and fun seeking at the expense of reliability, work ethic, and long term accomplishment. Extraversion (63%) moderately high which suggests you are, at times, overly talkative, outgoing, sociable and interacting at the expense of developing your own individual interests and internally based identity. |
I am so disgusting... People keep away from me.. I'm the villian of villians...
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