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Category: 10. Impacting Lives

Farewell, Alicia!

From overcoming rejection to finding strength, she turned her struggles into inspiration for others. Like the Starfish Parable, even one life saved creates lasting change. Because when you save one, you remind the world that every life matters.

Confinement Center for our 4th Child

Choosing a confinement center reminded me of parenting and education where passion must meet professionalism. Like tending a flame, nurturing requires care, protection, and commitment. At Stellar, we aim to be a beacon of hope, where children’s dreams flourish, guided by purpose, excellence, and the trust of every parent.

Leadership, Influence, and the 24-Hour Constraint

Leadership is influence, and growth happens not by addition but by multiplication. Stellar’s journey shows that thriving within constraints comes from empowering leaders, building trust, and maximizing impact. Time is fixed, but priorities can shift. Embrace constraints as a catalyst for growth and multiply your team’s potential through collaboration.

Transforming 24 Hours into 36

Instead of wishing for more time, seek the wisdom to use 24 hours as if they were 36—maximizing every moment with purpose.

Viewing Feedback as a Gift

Success is about more than just achieving goals. It’s about choosing purpose over profit, valuing authenticity over appearance, and viewing feedback as a gift.

Bill – Leadership Beyond the Book

Legacy isn’t what you leave behind; it’s what you set in motion.

Converting Another Dreamer into Potential Educator

We may not control every event, but we can control how we navigate these uncertainties—with hope, resilience, and purpose.

Stellar’s Journey and a Greater Malaysia

As long as we believe in what we’re doing, as long as we carry integrity in our actions, we can contribute to a future that’s brighter, not just for us but for generations to come. This is what true fulfillment looks like: knowing we stood by our principles and showed that there’s always a way forward when we believe in doing the right thing.

Life Beyond Life

If today were my last day, how would I feel about the legacy I’ve created? As long as my impact endures, a part of me will continue to live. I measure my life not by years, but by the influence I leave on others. That influence spreads from the people I directly impact to those they go on to affect, creating a ripple effect that extends far beyond my immediate reach.

From ‘Just Do It’ to ‘Outdo It’

We don’t settle for ‘just doing it’; we aim to ‘outdo it,’ continuously refining our efforts to exceed expectations and drive meaningful change.

Turning Back is the Shore 回头是岸

“Turning back is the shore.” It’s never too late to change course, start over, or pursue a new goal. Today is always the best day to begin—whether it’s starting a new habit, breaking an old one, or embarking on a new venture.

Walking and Swimming: 2 Distinct Skills

Delegating, empowering others, and adapting to changes are vital whether you’re leading a business, managing a family, or pursuing personal growth. Walking may serve us well in shallow water, but as we venture into deeper waters, we must learn to swim.

Reflections from a Meaningful Camping Trip

In the past, marriages endured longer, but today’s culture, with its emphasis on self-love and individualism, often treats relationships as disposable. The notion of “just take care of yourself” and “you come first” can be harmful to long-term commitments. In a consumerist society, the mentality of throwing things away when they break—including marriages—has become prevalent.

Go Passive to Go Active: Reluctant Leadership Reflection

I Am Driving a Logo Car

Real freedom doesn’t come from doing whatever we want but from having the freedom to choose what not to do. Living authentically isn’t about perfection; it’s about progress. It’s about making conscious choices that reflect your true self, even when faced with challenges or contradictions.

Reflections from Buying a Thermomix for Family

To me, what’s truly expensive is losing the opportunity to create meaningful memories with my children while I still have the chance. My kids will only be three, six, and eight years old once in their lives, and if I miss this moment, it’s gone forever.

Reflections from the Road

Being born and raised in Johor Bahru, I’ve always believed that my roots here are part of a greater purpose.

Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast

Creating a culture is a tough process. With a team of fewer than 20, it’s relatively easier. The primary challenge is how you live as a leader. Culture isn’t something you can teach—it’s not knowledge you pass on to someone. Culture is life itself.

Passion, Perseverance, and Purpose: The Stellar Way

We learned that growth involves a process, and as leaders, we had to endure certain difficulties to grow. We didn’t have all the answers, but we relied on our core team’s belief in our mission and supported each other through tough times.

Think Global. Act Local.

Empowering the next generation of global citizens by equipping them with lifelong learning skills in this ever-changing world.