Shame can hide in many places. This emotion can be concealed behind guilt or anger. It can also manifest itself as despair and depression. Break away from the taboo and talk about it with someone you trust. Have a read of this article and learn ways on how to overcome shame.

Alexander’s reign illustrates many essential leadership lessons which remain applicable to business and political chiefs today. Here are 11 leadership lessons from Alexander the Great that potentially can whet your leadership journey.

By BERNARD LEE Everyone has a superhero in their lives. Let me share mine, his powers and how he put them to use. Born nearly eight decades ago in a city close to a bustling port. The eldest of four siblings in a family that came from a relatively middle-lower income group

By ERICA SUNARJO Many parents believe that it’s their responsibility to make their children read. Nevertheless, children are surrounded by books and reading in kindergarten, school, extracurricular activities, clubs, and more. However, there is an aspect of these environments that is rarely talked about: many of these activities build up a negative attitude towards reading.

By ROSHAN THIRAN In a culture where seniority and titles are indicators of power, you might be forgiven for thinking that authority alone is what makes someone a leader. In fact, effective leadership – if we want to take people beyond compliance – relies much more heavily on the ability to influence well.

An analysis of the entire length and breadth of Forbes’ 2017 list the World’s 100 Most Powerful Woman. We all expected our mothers would be number 1, but we can respect the author’s choices.

By GREGG VANOUREK As an insidious virus spreads around the world, we are wise to stop and ask: what can it teach us? Much, I think. One question I am drawn to lately is this: what does the pandemic teach us about the role of business in society?

Mandarin Language Centre owner Luisa Lim shares the importance of Mandarin literacy to the carer advancement of the modern employee.