Moredhel 2nd Gear January 17, 2012 Share January 17, 2012 WP realized the value of marketing and having a credible, charismatic frontsman. Every blitzkrieg speech or motion will be through real current Singapore Idol. They should seriously consider poaching Nicole and brushing up her toastmasters skills to add a one-two combi to their inventory. Nicole's appeal with the younger generation and the lao tikos (impulse/popularity voting) along with tempered, steady wisdom and charisma from Mr Chen. Come 2016, one word will be on everyone's lips, 'watershed', but not watershed as in 'divide', but 'Watershed' as in 'Watershed Stroke' for PAP. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toothiewabbit Supersonic January 17, 2012 Share January 17, 2012 We would have lost a great man serving us had he considered running for Taiwan elections instead... hahaha with his calibre... i would think he would win hands down... think if we throw him one on one against any MIW member, he might get the votes man... Not too sure about him winning the Taiwan elections hands down. I am not too sure he can rub shoulders n play the politician game in dirty murky world of Taiwan politics. He is too good for that. In fact, I don't see him as one who really know how manage a ministry if he ever becomes a minister. From his speech, his ideas and beliefs are fresh and forward looking. Like pointing us to new directions. In short, he is a visionary. How we need this type of leaders in this day and age. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zyrofillica 1st Gear January 17, 2012 Share January 17, 2012 Not too sure about him winning the Taiwan elections hands down. I am not too sure he can rub shoulders n play the politician game in dirty murky world of Taiwan politics. He is too good for that. In fact, I don't see him as one who really know how manage a ministry if he ever becomes a minister. From his speech, his ideas and beliefs are fresh and forward looking. Like pointing us to new directions. In short, he is a visionary. How we need this type of leaders in this day and age. he managed a big IPO and im sure his leadership and people management skills will transfer over leh. I dun think he managing a ministry vs managing a private company much difference other than the people in ministry tend to be more relak jackers and yes men Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleknown Clutched January 17, 2012 Share January 17, 2012 I think so too. Actually I agree with one of the articles I read. IMHO, few people actually mind that the ministerial pay is high, if only they can turn in good results! It's only when there are screws-ups glossed over quickly, say sorry, then still expect high salary - I think this is what really turns people off. LHL has said high pay is needed to build a strong team. spend 45 min selling it. Only mentioned 'accountability' in he will be the one holding his ministers accountable. Means they must please him in order to get the requisite bonuses now that pay is cut. This whole episode has consolidated his power interestingly. Masterly. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toothiewabbit Supersonic January 17, 2012 Share January 17, 2012 he managed a big IPO and im sure his leadership and people management skills will transfer over leh. I dun think he managing a ministry vs managing a private company much difference other than the people in ministry tend to be more relak jackers and yes men Didnt know that. Then they should just roll over and give him a ministry to run lah. Heck, give him the proposed ministerial pay becos he has the calibre! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigerwoods Turbocharged January 17, 2012 Share January 17, 2012 (edited) Not too sure about him winning the Taiwan elections hands down. I am not too sure he can rub shoulders n play the politician game in dirty murky world of Taiwan politics. He is too good for that. In fact, I don't see him as one who really know how manage a ministry if he ever becomes a minister. From his speech, his ideas and beliefs are fresh and forward looking. Like pointing us to new directions. In short, he is a visionary. How we need this type of leaders in this day and age. So MG Chan is capable ?? They would rather give the Title of Acting Minister to a totally inexperience guy then to try out CSM. compare them both who is more capable ?? Edited January 17, 2012 by Tigerwoods Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toothiewabbit Supersonic January 17, 2012 Share January 17, 2012 So MG Chan is capable ?? They would rather give the Title of Acting Minister to a totally inexperience guy then to try out CSM. compare them both who is more capable ?? To be fair, I think both are capable lah, now that a bro highlighted in an earlier post to me that CSM ran an IPO before. What set CSM apart from other new MPs is that he looks and speaks like as though he can really lead this country. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan_06 5th Gear January 17, 2012 Share January 17, 2012 To be fair, I think both are capable lah, now that a bro highlighted in an earlier post to me that CSM ran an IPO before. What set CSM apart from other new MPs is that he looks and speaks like as though he can really lead this country. Mr Chen graduated in 1986 from Harvard College and in 1988 from Corpus Christi College, Oxford University, where he was a Rhodes Scholar (International scholarship, recipients include Bill Clinton, Edward de Bono etc.). In 1992 he received his J.D. from Stanford Law School and in 2005 received his M.A. from Corpus Christi College , Oxford University . Mr Chen has extensive experience in international securities offerings and M&A transactions. He advised the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) on its recent $21 billion initial public offering, which is the largest IPO ever, and the first global offering that involved a concurrent listing in China . He also advised ICBC on the $3.8 billion strategic investment in the bank by a consortium comprising Goldman Sachs, American Express and Allianz, which is the largest-ever investment in a Chinese financial institution. He advised China National Offshore Oil Company (CNOOC) on its proposed $19 billion acquisition of Unocal, which is the largest-ever attempted takeover by a Chinese company. He completed the global initial public offerings of Air China, China Construction Bank, Sinopec, China Unicom, Chalco, Baidu.com and others, as well as offerings of sovereign debt by the Ministry of Finance of the People Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan_06 5th Gear January 17, 2012 Share January 17, 2012 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chen_Show_Mao Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toothiewabbit Supersonic January 17, 2012 Share January 17, 2012 Mr Chen graduated in 1986 from Harvard College and in 1988 from Corpus Christi College, Oxford University, where he was a Rhodes Scholar (International scholarship, recipients include Bill Clinton, Edward de Bono etc.). In 1992 he received his J.D. from Stanford Law School and in 2005 received his M.A. from Corpus Christi College , Oxford University . Mr Chen has extensive experience in international securities offerings and M&A transactions. He advised the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) on its recent $21 billion initial public offering, which is the largest IPO ever, and the first global offering that involved a concurrent listing in China . He also advised ICBC on the $3.8 billion strategic investment in the bank by a consortium comprising Goldman Sachs, American Express and Allianz, which is the largest-ever investment in a Chinese financial institution. He advised China National Offshore Oil Company (CNOOC) on its proposed $19 billion acquisition of Unocal, which is the largest-ever attempted takeover by a Chinese company. He completed the global initial public offerings of Air China, China Construction Bank, Sinopec, China Unicom, Chalco, Baidu.com and others, as well as offerings of sovereign debt by the Ministry of Finance of the People Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stratovarius Turbocharged January 17, 2012 Share January 17, 2012 One of the qualities to be a good leader is having good public speaking skills. CSM and LKY are the ones who possess this skill while most of the rest in the cabinet are seriously lacking of it. It is ironic that many a times, citizens "misunderstood" our leaders' comments posted in the media. If our leaders are lacking of the ability to voice their views clearly to the citizens, he/she should be going back to primary school and start learning from the basics. CSM's speech is really good. Clear, straight to the point, easy to understand and entertaining. I like the way he uses quotes from other people (not carrot cake or mee siam) to back his views up and he always got this smile on his face. His mandarin speech is also very tok gong! Smooth to the ears and brain unlike most others in the Parliment, painful to the ears. Don't know what the **** they saying, no pauses and try to blah everything out asap so that they can go back and stone. In terms of public speaking skills, he beats the whole lot of papies hands down, period. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcon1668 Neutral Newbie January 17, 2012 Share January 17, 2012 So MG Chan is capable ?? They would rather give the Title of Acting Minister to a totally inexperience guy then to try out CSM. compare them both who is more capable ?? The capability of a candidate is not a criteria in the PM's selection policy. From the speeches of the MIWs, it is very clear that one must be greedy to be paid high salary in order to join the team of under-performing clowns, not the passion to serve Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman888 Moderator January 17, 2012 Share January 17, 2012 Pasar malam uncle aunties can talk also, if not salesman also can talk very well , and their talks re more understandable to commoner One of the qualities to be a good leader is having good public speaking skills. CSM and LKY are the ones who possess this skill while most of the rest in the cabinet are seriously lacking of it. It is ironic that many a times, citizens "misunderstood" our leaders' comments posted in the media. If our leaders are lacking of the ability to voice their views clearly to the citizens, he/she should be going back to primary school and start learning from the basics. CSM's speech is really good. Clear, straight to the point, easy to understand and entertaining. I like the way he uses quotes from other people (not carrot cake or mee siam) to back his views up and he always got this smile on his face. His mandarin speech is also very tok gong! Smooth to the ears and brain unlike most others in the Parliment, painful to the ears. Don't know what the **** they saying, no pauses and try to blah everything out asap so that they can go back and stone. In terms of public speaking skills, he beats the whole lot of papies hands down, period. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KARTer 2nd Gear January 18, 2012 Share January 18, 2012 Brudder, Politics in SG is very different from other countries. From independence day till now SG is ruled by 1 party. If the party even give a small chance for another party to share their marbles, that day will soon be the start of the ruling party to lose its power. Imagine if the public sees ruling party start working with opp party - the public will think - we can add more opp party to have more ideas and cooperation. If the public sees ruling party consistently block opp party from any policy making, - the public will think - we can add more opp party to dilute their power. Ruling Party is currently between a rock and a hard place. What are their options ? How can they consolidate power again ? FTs is the one of the answers. The more grateful FTs become citizens the more votes swing. This is way FTs PRs are so cushy here. The other answer is they start to do good from now onwards which they are trying. Can you imagine if Aljunied GRC is not lost ? Will LTY go undercover ? Will you start seeing them walk the ground more ? Will you expect those RC functions without Red Carpet receptions and MP punctual for such ocassions ? Will you have Saw purged out ? Its not a happy scene. Its a sad truth that for all these years they have been taking us for a ride. they passed / made many undesireable/unfair rules during these years and the pple accepted them thru their votes!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KARTer 2nd Gear January 18, 2012 Share January 18, 2012 Pay Against Passion? wow.... bullnose!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qms Neutral Newbie January 18, 2012 Share January 18, 2012 I'm sure LHL is not happy that WP got someone like CSM...looking at his own pathetic wannabees. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Good-Carbuyer 1st Gear January 18, 2012 Share January 18, 2012 I'm sure LHL is not happy that WP got someone like CSM...looking at his own pathetic wannabees. More so if we join up against the Pay Against Passion Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jp66 5th Gear January 18, 2012 Share January 18, 2012 I'm sure LHL is not happy jealous that WP got someone like CSM...looking at his own pathetic wannabees. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In NowRelated Discussions
Related Discussions
Singapore and Sweden Compared - A matter of perspective
Singapore and Sweden Compared - A matter of perspective
Compare Car Insurance! 3-In-1 Servicing!
Compare Car Insurance! 3-In-1 Servicing!
Compare tyre CSC5 and ES501
Compare tyre CSC5 and ES501
Can Exprain to Me Prease?
Can Exprain to Me Prease?
Chinese new year... do your relative like to compare?
Chinese new year... do your relative like to compare?
Lets compare the issues of 2006 and 2011 GE
Lets compare the issues of 2006 and 2011 GE
Relive the great speech & Compare to PM LEE
Relive the great speech & Compare to PM LEE