Intentional Leadership: The Power of Leading with Clarity, Purpose, and Presence
When Joseph Wong, founder of RiseUP Global, met Juliana Ang, former Chief Human Resources Officer at Venture and Income, their exchange went far beyond leadership theory. Juliana had led large-scale transformations and shared insights that redefined what effective leadership looks like in an era of complexity and constant change. Her key message was simple: the […]
What Is Evolving Leadership and Why Does It Matter for the Next Generation?
Evolving leadership is the practice of continuously adapting how you lead—your mindset, methods, and relationships—so you stay relevant, human, and effective in a rapidly changing, youth-driven world. It means you grow with people, not just ahead of them. Leadership today does not happen in a vacuum. It happens in a world where young people navigate […]
What is Self-Worth & How Do We Build it?
Self-worth is best defined as the deep, internal sense of value a person holds about themselves—independent of achievements, appearance, or approval—and it can be built through awareness, boundary-setting, compassion, and consistent self-affirming behavior. Self-worth is a fundamental part of being human, reflecting the intrinsic value and dignity that everyone possesses. Everyone is inherently worthy, regardless […]
How to Be a Positive Thinker: 6 Ideas for Positive Thinking
Being a positive thinker means recognizing your thoughts and patterns to build self-awareness, choosing constructive, hopeful interpretations of situations, and developing uplifting daily habits. While bad situations are inevitable, a positive thinker reframes them constructively—and anyone can build this mindset through six practical, evidence-based ideas. Key Takeaways A positive thinker looks for opportunity and learning […]
Self-Esteem: Influences, Traits, and How to Improve It
Self-esteem is your overall evaluation of self-worth—formed by experiences, beliefs, and context—that shapes motivation, relationships, and resilience. Carl Rogers emphasized the importance of unconditional positive regard as foundational to developing healthy self-esteem. It can be strengthened through cognitive reframing, micro-goals, and balanced daily habits. According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, self-esteem is a key component […]
Three Leadership Principles to Transform How You Live and Work
Be Bold, Be Different, Be Yourself. These three leadership principles can transform how you live and work by inspiring courageous decisions, encouraging originality, and helping you stay true to your authentic self. When applied daily, they strengthen your influence, improve decision-making, and create a meaningful life beyond the office. What Are Leadership Principles? Leadership principles […]
What Authentic Leadership Really Means? Be Bold, Be Different, Be Yourself
Authentic leadership means leading with honesty, integrity, and alignment between your values and actions. It’s not about a title or position—it’s about how you show up in life and work every single day. That truth came alive in my recent RISEUP Conversation with Kelly Koh, CEO of Ngee Ann Academy. Years ago, I facilitated team […]
Jeffrey Lee on Loyalty in Leadership: Protecting Your People Builds Unbreakable Trust
https://riseupglobal.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/JEFFREY-LEE-2.mp4 In a recent leadership conference, Jeffrey Lee shared an unusual but powerful leadership lesson: protect your people so they can protect you. Drawing inspiration from the value of loyalty (jiang yi qi) in unexpected places, he highlighted that leadership is less about perfection and more about how we stand by our teams—especially when mistakes […]
Jeffrey Lee on Leadership Legacy: Why Caring, Not Status, Defines Impact
https://riseupglobal.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/JEFFREY-LEE-1.mp4 Jeffrey Lee, a funeral director turned leadership speaker, shared a powerful message using his experience curating final farewells. The conversation centered on one stark truth: while people chase fame, power, or wealth, what truly matters is how much others care about us—and how much we cared about them. From his perspective, legacy is rooted […]
How Uplifting Others Ensures Sustainable Success: Frank Koo on Transformational Leadership
https://riseupglobal.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/FRANK-KOO-.mp4 In a recent leadership session, leadership expert Frank Koo challenged participants to rethink the balance between short-term performance and long-term development. He emphasized that true leadership transformation isn’t just about hitting quarterly targets—it’s about empowering people to grow, adapt, and thrive over time. The concept of transformational leadership, first introduced by James MacGregor Burns […]