Disclosure of my history

[Daniel Koh]

Dear all,

 

First of all, I would want to thank everyone who has motivated me to study in BMC.

 

Now, I guess it is the right time to disclose my history.

 

As some of you know, I did not complete my O Level. Shocked? Let me tell you one more shocking news. I did not even complete my secondary school education.

 

Perhaps, by now, you would look at me at a different angle. In the past, I had a very terrible childhood. I was a gangster and did not have a single interest for studies. I went astrayed and was caught by police for selling illegal VCD. My future was smeared with dirt.

 

Following it, I went to enroll myself in a college. As my fundamentals were weak, I couldn't accomplish much. After that, I was enlisted into the army. I experienced one very terrible ordeal that had led to a wake-up call. First, I met with a life-or-death situation in Taiwan. Training in Taiwan was very tough and, particularly, one of our instructors were a ranger. It was truly mad. For all these, it has remained the reason why I'm inspired to pursue my general education.

 

Two years back, I started my O Level education (while in the army) at a private school. My foundation wasn't strong and I had to struggle through all uncertainties. I managed to pass all the subjects and were entitled to a polytechnic course. With a clear and certain mind, I decided to pursue my A levels in BMC. Now, I have passed all the subjects and have been called up for interviews.

 

Overall, my life is a stormy one. I clearly sympathize and understand students who felt indifference towards studies.

 

I knew I need to encourage and motivate fellow classmates in BMC to study hard and smart. Given my history, I'm responsible to prevent my classmates from following my footsteps: at the end of the day, we'll regret for what we have done.

 

I felt satisfied for everything in my life. BMC is my first JC and I have finally sensed and felt the position as a JC student. Although I'm a private student, each and everyone of you have gave me a JC in my heart.

 

Therefore, dear fellow ex-classmates, do not regret in your life. Every mistakes is a learning opportunity. It is a step towards gaining wisdom. Ultimately, you can share with your friends your story just like me. A very big thanks to everyone especially Mr Koh and Hansen who have motivated me to work hard.

 

 

 

Your unworthy pillar of inspiration,

Daniel

 

 

p.s. I'm setting up a business and would like to invite you to join us as freelance. I'm contactable at dan...@sgadventurers.com.

[Jean Kong]

Hi Daniel,
What a treat to hear more about you! ANd oh yes, Congratulations on your great results!
Last year I remember thinking you are a squeaky-clean guy with huge leadership power. My first impression was "What a well-turned-out young man, he has the potential to go very far in life". The rest of the year served to confirm my opinion.
So you can imagine what an astounding surprise it is to hear that you were an ex-gangster caught selling illegal VCDs in the past!
And now you are starting your own business. That shows you have the entrepreneurial spirit, its just a matter of whether you want to use it in a good or bad way.
Do tell me more about your business. Im quite interested in business and have started a tuition centre before (but later sold it). Now I am still in BMC, studying Accounting. Hope to hear from you soon, Jean Kong.

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[Daniel Koh]

Hi Jean,

 

Glad to hear from you. :)

 

Life wasn't easy for me as a young kid.Or rather, I made life difficult for myself.! ha.

 

But really thanks for placing a JC in my heart. It feels so good to be a teenage student compared to now. I'm working at the national dental centre as a temp clerk at the moment.

 

I'm starting an advertising business. We work on advertisement for companies' events. For example, IT show is around the corner. We would approach the company that initiates this event and work with them posters, brochures, etc..

 

We provide advertises needs small to large businesses. We are working on a neighbourhood shopping guide or catalogue for residents within their region. For example, I would have a chance to know what my neighbour next block wants to sell through the catalogue. Transaction is done clean and easy.

 

Basically, we are working on these two aspect of business with our clients.

 

I didnt know about your interest in business. ha.. Why you had to close your tuition centre? The turn-over wasn't favourable?

 

Hope to hear from you soon too.. :-D

 

 

Daniel

 

"Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me. For I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light." - Matthew 11:28-30