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The Kiasu Phenomenon Caught on YouTube

Posted on March 1, 2011 by bookjunkie

You can read my post on Kiasu Singaporeans at my other blog. Thanks for requesting it Maria. 1. Kiasu while filling up petrol in JB. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCxUeo57iVM&NR=1] 2. Queuing up for cheap petrol in Singapore. There seems to be a theme … Continue reading →

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Does the Ugly Singaporean Still Exist?

Posted on February 28, 2011 by bookjunkie

Although expats are criticized for remaining in their own circles, sometimes I can’t blame them because it is hard to meet locals who are willing to be as open to new friendships.  It is much easier for expats to connect … Continue reading →

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My Confession: I Should Not be Ashamed of This, But I Am

Posted on November 24, 2010 by bookjunkie

I don’t know why it’s so hard for me to put this out there, but ok here goes – I am unemployed. I am jobless and very ashamed, guilt ridden, and embarrassed about it. The thing is, I wasn’t retrenched, … Continue reading →

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Really Bad Boss: A Place Where Employees Strike Back

Posted on November 13, 2010 by bookjunkie

What an affirmation! Thank you. My plea and rant about wishing that toxic workplaces came with a warning was featured on this fantastic website ‘Really Bad Boss’ and I am so grateful. Usually when I complain about work I feel … Continue reading →

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Sigh, If Only Toxic Workplaces Came With a Warning

Posted on November 11, 2010 by bookjunkie

{Image: Transforming Management} I just feel so tired these days. Do we really lose our energy levels as we get older. I just hate to confirm that stereotype, but it’s turning out to be true. My energy started waning from … Continue reading →

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Singapore Daily Photo: How Is This OK?

Posted on September 21, 2010 by bookjunkie

A common sight on Singapore roads, but it doesn’t seem safe for workers who could be flung out if the lorries or trucks make a sudden stop.  Often I see vehicles like this, especially lorries driving at breakneck speed and … Continue reading →

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Good and Bad Service in Singapore: Smiles with that Ice Cream Please

Posted on September 10, 2010 by bookjunkie

Shouldn’t ice cream come with only smiles?  I think so but the servers that I encountered here don’t.  This is at the ice cream outlet located just in front of the Central – Azabu Sabo Hokkaido Ice Cream. This is … Continue reading →

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Miss Universe 2010: Miss Sri Lanka’s Bizarre Sound Effects

Posted on August 21, 2010 by bookjunkie

Yikes! I have to say it.  It was bad and I felt embarrassed. I so wanted to like Miss Sri Lanka (being my ancestral country of origin and all), but just watch for yourself.  The sound effects at the end … Continue reading →

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Toddlers and Tiaras: You’re Never Too Young To Get Your Eyebrows Waxed!

Posted on July 15, 2010 by bookjunkie

Update: You’re never too young to get our eyebrows waxed! (via Dlisted) 10 year old Brooklyn even manages to warn other little girls “Don’t try this at home!”. The guy who waxes her eyebrows even boasts that she will only … Continue reading →

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