Kaula Lampur, Malaysia

I was away to KL, Malaysia from the 10th to the 23rd of Sept. 2006 for training. The whole trip could be translated to be one where there was loads of personal development, food and fun.

The two weeks went in a flash and of the 42 meals, approximately, 75% must have been fully blown up buffets. As for the remaining meals, they were as lavish as we experimented different delicacies.

Overall, it was a whole load of interaction with people from all over - it was fantastic since there were 110 people and 25 nationalities. It was common to be seated in tables of 8 with 8 different nationalities - and some of them were really exotic - loads of Africans - Ghana, Zimbabwe, and Bostwana. The whole of South East Asia and South Asia had representatives. I desperately wanted another Sri Lankan mate - but alas! I was the only dude and that too representing Singapore!

As we went through the programme, I realised that working with people, and especially people from diverse backgrounds/cultures, will be the biggest challenge ever. Of course, I have already made up my mind as to some of the kind of people I would not like to work with - but of course, the luxury of choice might not even be mine, so I will have to suck up and learn to work with them.... And I also realised that Singaporeans rocked. I know this for a while - but seriously, considering that I am not Singaporean, they have really been a fantastic batch to be part of.

Well, there is, I think a lot more on my mind. However, my body and mind is trying to condition itself to fasting (Yep, Ramazan has started!). I really do not have any issues with fasting but sometimes it can affect your work. Especially since things are so hazy at the moment and I am yaaaawwwning away...

Chhhhhhhhhhhhhhherrrrrrs!