Leaving The Mediocrity Orbit: Seeking Excellence Through Upskilling and Mentorship

By Goh Shuan Thing

September 2023 FEATURE
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THE SWORN ENEMY of excellence is mediocrity. We may have dreams and aspirations, but the gravitation pull that stems from the fear of failure, complacency or simply the comfort of the status quo can keep us in its orbit. Though we yearn for more, breaking free from the mundane to embrace excellence can be a trial.Unlike failure, mediocrity keeps one from really moving anywhere at all, manifesting itself through a state of unfulfilled potential; brilliant ideas never see fruition, and...

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Goh Shuan Thing

enjoys helping businesses be heard and stay relevant through creative content strategy. You will occasionally find her lost in alternate realities of her favourite books.

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