Words of Wisdom, by Folklory

He shares insights from his diverse career, emphasising adaptability, lifelong learning, and cultural understanding. He highlights the importance of passion in discovering one's path, the need for continuous reinvention, and the significance of maintaining global relevance for Singapore. Five “Words of Wisdom” Quotes “You have to learn to listen, and learn from whatever exchange they have and pick...

Joseph Cheong reflects on his journey from the military to social work, sharing lessons on resilience, empathy, and service. He emphasises family, sincerity in friendships, perseverance in careers, and hopes future generations embrace hard work, compassion, and gratitude for Singapore’s progress. Five “Words of Wisdom” Quotes “We must accept that love is a journey – there are mountains to climb, v...

Sim Bee Lim reflects on a lifelong business career marked by resilience, trust, and responsibility. He stresses the importance of teamwork, open communication, and maintaining strong social bonds with family and friends for personal fulfillment and sustainable success. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “You can only be successful if you have a team of people who are like minded, have the same objectiv...

Daisie Yip shares her lifelong passion for teaching and education, emphasizing the importance of love, patience, and sincerity. She reflects on building lasting relationships with students and colleagues, nurturing values, and fostering unity and harmony in society. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “Teaching is not really a profession. It’s more like, a calling.”  “If you love them and if they love y...

KC Chan shares his lifelong commitment to learning and adaptability, emphasizing the importance of passion over money. He encourages young people to build strong support networks, stay curious, and embrace holistic thinking to navigate career and life challenges with resilience. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “Lifelong learning must be number one.”  “You must first be able to identify your passion...

Roslan Jantan reflects on a lifelong passion for coaching, including his work with children with disabilities. He highlights responsibility, sincerity, and the importance of nurturing confidence and human values in others, emphasizing the joy and motivation found in serving the community. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “Love means simple responsibility.”  “You must remember you are free. You always...

Paul Supramaniam shares a distinguished legal career spanning continents, underscored by values of integrity, resilience, and service to community and country. He highlights family legacy, dedication to national service, and the need for courage and innovation for future generations. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes "There was a risk taking mentality and thinking out of the box. Lateral thinking. And...

Lawrence Yeo shares his transition from a decades-long banking career to counselling. He reflects on the value of lifelong learning, humility, and compassion. He emphasizes the importance of building authentic relationships, managing stress, and fostering community connection to avoid isolation. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “I think the important thing is a willingness to learn.”  “You must be ho...

Nur Hamidy reflects on a long banking career, emphasizing the value of a positive attitude, integrity, and strong relationships. He shares practical advice on friendship, adaptability, and love, encouraging younger generations to nurture connections genuinely and stay grounded. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “My advice is that be the best you can be. Do your the honors.”  “Get along with everyone....

Dick Yip shares his journey from early education in Singapore to a lifelong career in teaching. He emphasizes resilience, leadership, and dedication to students, highlighting the importance of commitment, community, and nurturing strong relationships in personal and professional life. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “When Lee Kuan Yew made a call, I was reading the papers. I heard him criticizing th...

Salamah shares her journey into special needs education, emphasizing passion, patience, and the power of positive reinforcement. She highlights the importance of compassion, lifelong learning, and the need to foster inclusive communities for future generations. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “It was just written to me by luck. I consider it my luck to have met these children with special needs.”  “...

Kelvin Tan reflects on his journey as an arts educator and musician. He discusses his evolving identity, the importance of artistic expression, and fostering cultural consciousness. He encourages deeper self-awareness, authenticity, and nurturing meaningful connections beyond surface-level interactions. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “I think you have a self in you, but you also need to create it i...

Sunny Tan reflects on his 37-year career with Singapore Airlines, sharing how kindness, sincerity, and dedication shaped his success. He discusses the importance of genuine care in service, lasting friendships, and balancing passion with perseverance in life and work. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “I think being nice is very important. So it just transcends into everything that you want to be nice...

Aldon Chen reflects on his life journey from Singapore to China, building a career in real estate amidst rapid change. He stresses the importance of trust, family support, forward thinking, and maintaining strong, sincere friendships to sustain both career and personal life. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “I will focus on forward looking places. So, ahead of the time, you know, see what is coming.”...

Susheela Abraham Varghese reflects on a 40+ year career in education spanning Singapore and the US. She shares insights on perseverance, balancing career and family, the value of lifelong learning, and the importance of kindness and connection in relationships. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “Life isn’t fair. Sometimes things will go our way, but that’s okay. You still have to carry on.”  “Failure...

Joann Koh shares her journey from manufacturing work to entrepreneurship and volunteering. She highlights the value of kindness, building lasting friendships, and staying connected. Her reflections encourage future generations to balance hard work with empathy and community service. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “I prefer to working in the manufacturing just very simple is fine working day.”  “I b...

Catherine Low reflects on a 30-year career in education, emphasizing patience, adaptability, and lifelong learning. She highlights the importance of balancing family and work, staying open to change, and cultivating meaningful relationships through empathy and communication. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “If you’re in this life, you need patience, you need to anticipate, and you need to change wit...

Kelvin reflects on his decades shaping Singapore’s National Day Parade, emphasizing creativity, teamwork, and passion. He discusses love as a value that extends beyond family to community and country, and encourages compassion, resilience, and unity for future generations. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “I am 71 years old. I have gone through quite a bit. I perhaps considered as one of the people w...

Wilson reflects on building a business grounded in integrity, the importance of family support, and the evolving nature of love and parenting. He shares values passed to his children and advice for young people navigating relationships and career choices. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “Running a business is not that easy... you need to be prepared for putting in your time, your life and your passi...

Philip Chan shares heartfelt reflections on marriage, parenting, friendship, and vocation. A former pastor turned counsellor, he speaks with compassion and realism about love as commitment, the illusion of perfect jobs, and the power of honest, lasting relationships. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “Love means to give yourself and to give yourself also entails sacrificing and, understanding that the...

Ernest reflects on Singapore’s industrial rise through the lens of his own career in manufacturing. He offers candid, heartfelt advice on love, friendship, and sacrifice - urging future generations to live with empathy, responsibility, and soul. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “If I have to put it up in a few words, one of which top most of my mind would be sacrifice.”  “Love means to give yourself...

Jeffrey Liew, founder of Sapphire Windows, shares wisdom from his entrepreneurial journey and personal life. He reflects on hard work, responsibility, and the value of nurturing relationships across generations with sincerity and consistency. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes “Besides the passion, you must have very strong commitment. What you are going to do, when you go out to work with somebody els...

Lim Tau Hok spent over 50 years in the maritime industry, sharing his experiences as a seafarer and engineer. He discusses the importance of sincerity, trust, and adaptability in both work and personal relationships. He also shares how he built a strong family foundation through consistency, communication, and love. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes "Sincerity builds trust. If you are sincere, people...

Teresa Boon shares her reflections on a successful finance career and the importance of staying true to oneself. She talks about how she prioritized career growth, eventually finding balance in her later years through volunteerism. Her journey is one of resilience, authenticity, and the realization that true happiness comes from continuous learning and self-improvement. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quot...

Tan Kim Lian shares her journey of raising three daughters while also building a career as a teacher. She discusses the evolving role of educators, the importance of patience, and how teaching is much more than just transferring knowledge—it’s about shaping lives. She also reflects on the resilience required to balance work, family, and personal struggles. Five "Words of Wisdom" Quotes "Teaching i...