The Takeaway
Above is a fancy description of “reflections”. I was inspired by the times where we called for “wai mais” or takeaway food during my time in Shanghai (dedicating this sentence to Kenny). It wasn’t so much of a luxury, though it was free delivery. Anyway, cut to the chase, this is one time which i feel like blogging, after a whole 8 months (well almost), countless of things happened to me, to many to account for in 1 post, i would take hours.
For starters. I just turned 19 a few days ago… August 17 was my birthday. It was pretty significant for both me and my homeland this year. Singapore actually won its second Olympic Medal, a Glorious silver, kudos to the team for trying their best. For me, well… i feel much older this year. I feel that i am getting closer to a stage whereby i will have much more responsibilities in my life. The thought of this weighs darn heavy, seems like i really got to get my act together and be serious about what i really want to do. like seriously.
Main Course. I am back from Shanghai. My first job ever. Before going there, I felt a little lost yet excited about just being there and working with the people there. Reality struck and many things were quite an eye opener for me while others somewhat stressful. In my job, i tried my best and did my best, got the opportunities i wanted and dealt with what i needed to, it all flowed. Made good friends, both the locals and Uni people from Singapore (my colleagues). Supported my friends in whatever way i can, I must say we took care of each other quite well, being generous all the time. Thank you all for that yea. All wasn’t sweet. There were difficult moments, but most moments were well deserved experience. Enjoyed staying with 2 buddies, best people i can live and talk with. The whole experience was in the journey, in good times and bad. Aimed to travel and explore places in China, did travel a lot. Spent a lot (too much for my liking, getting back to control mode in SG). Beijing, Nanjing, HuangShan, Yiwu. Each place left a different memory from the other. All those memories worth treasuring. I felt at home in Beijing, Nanjing was quite eerie but it’s well developed. Huangshan is quite a sight for tourists, and we get to go back into history as we explored the many historical sites. Yiwu, awful place on a whole, but grounds for potential business deals. Made and spent time with Tricia there, being there for her. It really does suck to be lonely and yea, we wanted to support her in any way we could. My Job. Loved the company, loved the bosses, loved the staff, loved the whole experience of working. It could not have gotten any better, it was simply the best. However, events ain’t really my cup of tea after getting a taste of it. It’s very fun, but maybe not in China ba. Being in the middle is tough. What did i takeaway from the job? Mainly softskills. I learnt about negotiation, bargaining (though we do that all the time outside work), dealing with difficult people, being hard on people, act with more balls and the list goes on. I also learnt to value creativity and action. Ideas generated can grow and evolve, but taking the correct action makes it great. Play to your strengths and showcasing it is important in work and for the company to. I got a taste of politics, though not major (since our company people are all nice IMHO), my cca had worse. I simply got too many good things to share about this journey, but one thing’s for sure, this is one of the best decisions i made in my life. I strongly recommend those who are considering to go for attachment to go for it. You win some, you lose some, but you still move forth and gain experience. Spend your worthwhile time during an internship. Have fun in the process too, i had loads!
For dessert. Another adventure awaits. 2 months of local internship (a very very very far one in fact, fuck). Had problems arranging for this internship, but got it anyway. There was indication that i will get to learn a lot, i really hope so, despite the short time. I always believe it is up to me to make the best out of things anyway. Time to be myself and yet be professional again. Got that “lost” feeling once again, don’t really know what to expect in a few hours time, but i have to do it anyway. Operations, here i come!
Things i have been considering about before and after i came back:
1. My love life
2. My career path
3. My strengths
4. Exercise (feeling fucking weak esp because of the lack of it)
5. Business (internet)
6. Goals
7. Family
8. Friends
9. Knowledge and Intelligence
10. Where should i start?
Many things in mind. It’s gonna be an exciting road ahead, and it can only get better. To Life!
With Love,
Kelvin =)
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Haha! i wish you all the best in the things that u do and gonna do! cheers! =D