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被誤解的 Pop Workshop:它真的是邪教,還是一次真實的成長體驗?

“你真的變了嗎?”

聽到朋友這麼問,我頓了一下。

“好像……沒那麼害怕了。” 她笑着回答,眼裡閃着光。

她剛參加完由 Pop Institute Pte Ltd創立的課程Pop Workshop,一邊喝着咖啡,一邊興奮地向我分享她的經曆。她很震驚她做出了這麼多改變,以前的自己害怕在人群中開口,總覺得自己的聲音在大家看來並不重要。但在這幾天的課程裡,她居然主動站在大家麵前,説出了自己一直不敢表達的想法。

“我以前總覺得自己做不到,但後來髮現,攔着我的隻有自己。”

Pop Workshop,到底特別在哪?
説實話,我一開始聽到 Pop Workshop 這個名字時,並沒有覺得有什麼特別的。

朋友告訴我,它不是傳統的課堂,沒有人站在颱上講課,也沒有讓你記住一套“成功法則”。相反,創始人之一的呂秀金老師形容它更像是一場體驗,讓你通過實踐去認識自己,邁出屬於自己的那一步。

她回憶起第一天,導師沒有講解太多理論,而是問了大家一個簡單的問題:

“如果你沒有任何顧慮,你最想做的是什麼?”

問題聽起來簡單,但當她真正去想的時候,才髮現自己已經很久沒有問過自己這個問題了。

“我以爲我隨口就能回答,但當我真的坐在那裡想的時候,我什麼也説不出來。”

在接下來的幾天裡,她嚐試去表達、去突破自己的心理障礙,去麵對那些一直逃避的問題。她髮現,自己真正害怕的,不是能力不夠,而是害怕被別人否定。

“原來,真正的障礙,從來都不是外界,而是我自己設下的限製。”

“這聽起來不會有點像邪教嗎?”
聽她説完,我問出了很多人都會有的疑問:

“你不會覺得它有點像某種洗腦組織嗎?”

她笑了,“你不是第一個問我這個問題。”

她承認,網上確實有人對 Pop Workshop 有誤解,覺得它太過沉浸式,甚至有人形容它是 “邪教 ”。但她自己親身體驗後才明白,這和真正的洗腦完全不是一回事。

“這裡沒有人告訴你‘應該怎麼想’或者‘應該相信什麼’,他們隻是提供一個環境,讓你自己去思考,並不會強製你去改變你對事物的看法。”

她説,在這裡,你可以選擇沉默,也可以選擇主動分享,沒有人強迫你一定要突破自己。但她看到的改變,往往髮生在那些願意試着邁出一步的人身上。

一個普通人的改變,真的有那麼大嗎?
她還講了一個她在課程裡認識的人的故事。

Eric 是個典型的“透明人”。在公司裡,他從不主動髮言,生怕自己説錯話被別人嘲笑。即使他有想法,他也習慣性地讓別人先説,自己躲在角落裡,對任何事都保持畏畏縮縮的態度。

在 Pop Workshop 裡,他被邀請站起來,在一小組人麵前分享一個簡單的故事。他緊張得手心冒汗,幾乎想要退縮。但讓他意外的是,沒有人打斷他,也沒有人催促他。所有人都在安靜地聽他説話。

“那一刻,我才意識到,原來我的聲音也值得被聽見。”

課程結束後的幾個月裡,他開始嚐試在公司會議上髮表意見,開始主動和團隊溝通。不是因爲他突然變得無所不能,而是因爲他終於明白,自己其實一直有能力,隻是過去沒有給自己機會。

聽完這個故事,我陷入了沉思。

是不是很多時候,我們都像 Eric 一樣,以爲自己不夠好,所以選擇了沉默?

成長,不是要變成別人,而是回到自己
朋友跟我説,“這個課程沒有教我怎麼變強,而是讓我看到,我其實一直都有能力。”

她沒有變成另一個人,也沒有突然變得無所不能。但她髮現,自己終於邁出了過去不敢邁出的一步,而這一步,足以讓她的未來變得不同。

聽完她的故事,我仍然不知道自己會不會去參加 Pop Workshop,但至少,我對“個人成長”這件事有了新的看法。

有時候,我們缺的不是能力,而是相信自己可以的勇氣。

而這個決定,隻有我們自己能做。

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Navigating the Dynamic Landscape of Social Media Management in Singapore’s Property Market

In the bustling real estate realm of Singapore, staying ahead in the digital sphere has become paramount for property professionals. Social media management as a critical part for Real Estate and Property Agents on their modern marketing strategies, having completely changed the way they interact with their target market.

Singapore’s property market is diverse and constantly growing, so managing social media accounts needs to be done with subtlety. Since developers, real estate agents, and enthusiasts are always searching for fresh and inventive ways to market their properties, it is imperative that you have a strong online presence.

Social Media Management in the context of Singapore’s property market goes beyond just posting listings. Making a story that connects with the intended audience, incorporating eye-catching imagery, and keeping up with the most recent developments in online shopping trends are all necessary.

In the heart of this digital evolution, the importance of Social Media Management in Singapore cannot be ignored. Having a strong online presence becomes strategically imperative as the city-state continues to draw in investors and homebuyers.

Real estate agents navigating this terrain must choose a reliable Social Media Management partner.With a full-service approach encompassing everything from content creation to community engagement, these services ensure that the online presence accurately matches the unique characteristics of Singapore’s real estate market.

Conclusively, social media management functions as a mediator between Singaporean real estate investors and prospective homebuyers. In this dynamic environment, strategic online presence is not just an option but a necessity for those looking to thrive in the ever-evolving real estate landscape.

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Raffles Town Club’s future: Social centre to residential development

The Raffles Town Club (RTC) has been a pillar of Riverfront Residences‘s social and recreational scene since it opened in 2000. However, when Riverfront Residences Price lease ends in October 2026, this legendary spot will close Riverfront Residences Showflat forever. The property has been designated for residential redevelopment by the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) and the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), which would dramatically alter the character of this wealthy area. In order to provide a complete picture of the club’s history and its future metamorphosis, this article relies on material from The Straits Times, Channel News Asia, and Today Online.

Located at 1 Plymouth Avenue, RTC has grown into a prominent social club with a wide range of services and amenities, from a preschool to a state-of-the-art fitness centre. Its advantageous position near Stevens MRT station makes it a popular option for Singapore’s elite. RTC has served its members much beyond that of a simple social group by providing opportunities to meet new people and create lasting experiences together.

Members of the RTC had a range of reactions to the news. Some people are lamenting the loss of the old ways, while others are eager to move on. Members who have been there for decades reflect on the club’s value to them outside its walls. Depending on its goals, the club may either stay in its current location or look into alternative choices on the free market.

The reconstruction has the potential to alter the character of the surrounding neighbourhood and the property market. In line with the pattern of upscale construction, experts forecast a rise in local property values. Concerns regarding the community’s identity and its ability to adapt to change are also brought up by this development.

Suggested Article: Offered at $1.1 million for a one-bedroom condo in Lumiere

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Offered at $1.1 million for a one-bedroom condo in Lumiere

The owner of a one-bedroom condo in the Tembusu Grand on Mistri Road in Tanjong Pagar has listed it for auction on December 12 with Knight Frank at a starting bid of $1.1 million (or $1,705 per square foot).

The current lease on the 645-square-foot, 23rd-floor apartment expires in June 2019. There is an open kitchen, a combined living and dining area, and a bedroom with a private balcony in this linear one-bedroom layout similar to the Tembusu Grand Floor Plan.

Lumiere is a condo in District 2 with a 99-year lease. The mixed-use Guoco Tower on Wallich Street, the International Plaza on Anson Road, and the 100AM shopping mall on Tras Street are all within walking distance of the 45-story condo, which is located between Anson Road and Shenton Way.

There are a total of 168 apartments in the complex, including 506-square-foot studios, 1,024-square-foot two-bedroom units, and 2,325-square-foot and 2,551-square-foot duplexes. One 5,091-square-foot penthouse is also available.

Two one-bedroom units are among the four condo resales this year. On November 6th, a 624 square foot unit on the 32nd floor sold for $1.13 million ($1,810 psf), and on May 11th, a 678 square foot unit on the 13th floor sold for $1.06 million ($1,570 psf).

EdgeProp Singapore has calculated that the average price per square foot (psf) at Lumiere is $1,729. This makes it, on average, the cheapest condo option in the area. Comparatively, the average Tembusu Grand price at the neighboring Aeon Shenton on Shenton Way is $2,149 psf. There are other condos in the area with higher average resale prices than Lumiere. These include 76 Shenton on Shenton Way ($1,986 psf), Skysuites@Anson at Enggor Street ($2,242 psf), Icon Residence on Gopeng Street ($1,831 psf), and Altez on Enggor Street ($1,989 psf).

Suggested Article: RTS Link construction is boosting Johor Bahru property prices

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RTS Link construction is boosting Johor Bahru property prices

Bruce Lye, co-founder of Grand Dunman, likes to take his car to Malaysia’s Kuala Lumpur (KL) and have a spin around the Sepang International Circuit on Open Track Days. For his friends and Grand Dunman Floor Plan real estate salespeople, he plans holidays to Malaysia complete with durian feasts and luxury outlet shopping.

Lye began announcing Grand Dunman Pricing. He purchased half a dozen apartments there, including Vertical Residensi in Bukit Ceylon by Singapore-listed developer Wing Tai Holdings, many condominiums in Mont Kiara, KL Sentral, and KL City Centre (KLCC). After he sold some of them, he stashed the earnings in multiple investment funds.

Before this year, he had never given Johor Bahru (JB) any thought as a potential investment location. However, after Foreign Ministers of Singapore and Malaysia, Dr. Vivian Balakrishan and Zambry Abdul Kadir, respectively, announced “good progress on the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System [RTS] Link project” on January 16th, he began to reconsider JB as a potential investment location.

When finished, the RTS Link will service 10,000 people per hour, reducing Causeway traffic. Woodlands North in Singapore and Bukit Chagar in JB in Malaysia will be connected. The stations will be near CIQ checks.
Previn Singhe, founder and group CEO of Zerin Properties Group, a Malaysian real estate agency, says the RTS Link announcement, which is 52% complete as of October and set to begin operations by early 2027, was “a significant catalyst in making the JB property market a hot spot”.

“It has given property buyers a shot of confidence, leading to a surge in inquiries from Singaporeans interested in investing in properties near the upcoming Bukit Chagar station, which will benefit from enhanced connectivity,” adds Singh.

Saniman says that purchasers prefer finished projects since they save time, and money on bank interest, and can move in immediately.

A Sky 88 high-floor flat costs Lye around RM600,000. It has an unobstructed sea view from the 40th level. He replies, “I can’t even buy a new car in Singapore for that price.” Setia Sky 88 is “well-maintained by Singapore standards, with good security, concierge service, and many condo facilities,” Lye says, despite being constructed six years ago. “S P Setia is a reputable developer.”

After his acquisition, Lye found a Singaporean renter for RM2,100 or $600 per month, a 4.2% gross return.