Nicholas Yong

The Thin Line Between Ego and Confidence

It’s hard not to notice that many great people have huge egos. You probably need that super-inflated sense of self-belief to get you to high places. But take care that you do not get over-inflated with hot air instead.

By Nicholas Yong

Whose Email is it Anyway?

Do you use your company email for personal messages? It may seem like a convenient thing to do but be aware that as far as your company is concerned, it has the legal right to read any one of your emails, including those you'd rather keep private.

By NICHOLAS YONG

I trust you

Do people trust you enough? How do you gain their trust? Find out what it takes to gain and keep other people’s trust, as well as why trust is so important in any relationship.

By Nicolas Yong

Wiring Up the World Cup


The long-awaited football highlight of the year has finally arrived: World Cup 2006 in Germany. And just as with any big event, IT will play a big role in the organisation of the competition.

By Nicholas Yong


English vs Singlish

Here on our little island, Singlish is sometimes a bit like the ugly child we wish we had never had. But you can’t quite give it up for adoption. So is Singlish indispensable, or is it just talking cock and singing song?

By Nicholas Yong