2023 JCI Tanjung Bunga E-Newsletter Volume 2

J C I C R E E D

We Believe

That faith in God gives meaning and purpose to human life; That the brotherhood of man transcends the sovereignty of nations; That economic justice can best be won by free men through free enterprise; That government should be of laws rather than of men; That earth’s great treasure lies in human personality; And that service to humanity is the best work of life.

J C I M I S S I O N

To provide leadership development opportunities that empower young people to create positive change

J C I V I S I O N

To be the foremost global network of young leaders

CHIEF EDITOR'S MESSAGE

We are thrilled to bring you the 2nd quarter edition of our JCI Tanjung Bunga e-newsletter! As we reflect on the past months, we are proud to highlight the incredible teamwork displayed by our dedicated team Your unwavering commitment and collaborative spirit have been instrumental in our success

First and foremost, we want to celebrate an outstanding achievement from the 1st quarter Our publication received recognition as the best in its category! This accomplishment is a testament to the hard work and passion of every team member involved. However, we believe that there is always room for improvement, and we are committed to raising the bar even higher in the upcoming editions.

We must acknowledge that it is no small feat to encapsulate all the remarkable happenings and updates into a single piece of newsletter. The activities, initiatives, and events organised by JCI Tanjung Bunga have been numerous and diverse, showcasing the vibrant and dynamic nature of our organisation. Rest assured, our team has carefully curated the highlights to bring you an insightful and engaging read.

Lastly, we want to emphasise the valuable learning experience that being a part of JCI has provided. By joining our organisation, you have had the opportunity to acquire and develop a wide range of skill sets. From leadership and project management to communication and teamwork, JCI Tanjung Bunga has been a platform for personal and professional growth. We are proud to witness your progress and encourage you to continue embracing these learning opportunities.

Thank you for being an essential part of our JCI Tanjung Bunga community. Together, we are making a difference and shaping a brighter future.

Warm regards,

Nicholas Ng

2023 Local Secretary cum Chief Editor

NT'S MESSAGE

t is my pleasure to share with you pdates and important information nd quarter of the year. There have development & initiatives taking ld like to ensure you are well he progress in JCI Tanjung Bunga.

ke to express my heartfelt each and everyone of JCI Tanjung for your continued support and e ’ ve got great achievements at ia Area North Convention! JCI ad won 9 awards in ANC and one John won the English Debate t Asia Pacific Conference in a! What a marvelous achievement done before within these few

Tanjung Bunga had organized a ogether with some past members- Reset, Renew, Rise A The purpose of this discussion is to & perform a SWOT analysis to gths & threats. By using the e can create a long-term plan in LET’S DO IT!!! JCI Tanjung Bunga!

m incredibly proud of the e made in the 2nd quarter of ation and unity displayed by our driving forces behind our ontinue to work this out to bring ga to another greater height!

ur unwavering support through the 2023. Please remember to stay nnected & stay engaged.

Chuen Ying 2023 JCI Tanjung Bunga Local President

EVENTS

B U S I N E S S JCI CYEA ENTREPRENEURS SHARING

Creative Young Entrepreneur Awards serve as a platform to amplify the achievements, increase visibility and open doors to new opportunities for growth and success The winners are typically rewarded with recognition, publicity, mentorship opportunities, access to a network of industry experts and investors and sometimes financial support to further develop their ventures. A very fruitful & wonderful sharing from 2016 JCI CYEA winners- Founder & MD of Idealite- Mr Tan Yong Jen and 2017 CYEA Top 3 Winner- CEO of EasyParcel Mr Clarence Leong on how they manage their business in a creative way to win the Creative Young Entrepreneurs Awards!

2016 JCI CYEA WINNERS

2017 JCI CYEA WINNERS

FOUNDER & MD OF IDEALITE CEO OF EASY PARCEL

MR.TAN YONG JEN

MR.CLARENCE LEONG

B U S I N E S S BUSINESS DIGITALIZATION

This webinar provides valuable insights and strategies to help you navigate the digital landscape and drive success in today's competitive business environment.

Max Tung, the founder of IMAX Academy, I Studio Marketing & I Studio Design Workshop, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in digital marketing and design. Stanley Lo, who is involved in advisory roles to the Malaysian government in national policies’ development for National 4IR, MyDigital blueprint, Malaysia Plan and Industry4WD

It was our pleasure to get these speakers to do their sharing so that JCI members and nonmembers could gain valuable insights and take their businesses to new heights in the digital realm.

SUCCESSFULLY HELPED Get to know method of Business Digitalization

HOW TO

ENTREPRENEURS

3x INCRESES OF SALES

35 Diploma Offered in this event:

5K OFFERED GOVERNMENT GRANT

Branding & Media Advertising Graphic Design

Website Developement

Digital Marketing

C O M M U N I T Y EMBRACE LOVE BENTO

JCI Tanjung Bunga was honoured to be one of the co-host for this event- Embrace Love Bento which was held during Wesak Day.

It was a project of vegetarian meal box distribution for those who needed it in Penang Island & mainland area. This event is a joint effort between the project sponsor Mama Vege and JCI Pearl.

A total of 126 bento boxes had been sent out to old folks home & the handicapped centers in Bukit Mertajam & Butterworth area

126 GIVEAWAY BENTO BOXES

TO OLD FOLKS HOME

HANDICAPPED CENTERS

SUCCESSFULLY HELP PEOPLE & SEND THE LOVE FOR THOSE WHO IS NEEDED

C O M M U N I T Y EMBRACE LOVE BENTO

I N D I V I D U A L ENGLISH PUBLIC SPEAKING WORKSHOP

In collaboration with JCI Bayan, JCI Kuala Lumpur, JCI Kulim and JCI Taiping, JCI Tanjung Bunga hosted an English Public Speaking Workshop on 6th April.

A big THANK YOU to our trainer cum National Vice President Damian Thomas Khaw to share with us the key elements of powerful speech.

This was a sharing session that was specially organized for the preparation of upcoming English Public Speaking in Area North Convention !

I N D I V I D U A L ENGLISH DEBATE WORKSHOP

Participating in an English Debate Workshop can provide you with lots of benefits both in terms of language skills and overall personal development

JCI members have the opportunity to learn from experienced debate coaches and practitioners who will share their insights and tips on how to prepare and deliver effective arguments Skyler Tan and Kenny Lee had also shared with us about their experience on the journey to get English Debate World Champion in 2018

It was a fruitful session together with all the JCI members that are getting ready for the upcoming convention in Bahang Bay

I N D I V I D U A L AREA INCENTIVE SUBMISSION BRIEFING

As the submission deadline for the second quarter is approaching soon, there is an Area Incentive submission briefing by our Area North Immediate Past Area Chairperson Tan Wei Jian to help members by improving their submission writeup quality. Furthermore, JCI members will have a better understanding from the judges' perspective and knowing the dos and don'ts during submission.

After the briefing session, members gained further understanding of the incentive program mechanism

I N T E R N A T I O N A L AREA NORTH GENEREAL MEMBER MEETINGS

JCI Tanjung Bunga & JCI Butterworth City hosted Area North General Members Meeting & we were happy to see familiar & new faces to mingle around!

Kudos to our new member Yung Muk for taking up the challenge to become the Organising Chairperson for his first project in JCI! Not to forget our pretty emcee of the day, Helen as well! Th b t b th!

JCI SOUTH KEY JCI KUALA LUMPUR

JCI KOTA BHARU'S CHARTER NIGHT

JCI KUALA LUMPUR

DAY

Kudos to the Organising Chairperson Zhi Hong for organising this Badminton Day with our Bunga's members!

Even though it is Hari Raya, we have quite a few members to join us in this badminton session!

Sweat more so that we can EAT more!!!

President Chuen Ying would like to appreciate the effort of IAC’s Organising Chairlady Janice & the organising committees for the commitment & hardwork in the Installation Awards Ceremony

Below are the winners for the 1st quarter awards in JCI Tanjung Bunga:

Outstanding New Member

Outstanding New Member (Merit)

Outstanding Local Board of Director

: Tan Zhi Hong

: Helen Leang

: Nicholas Ng

Outstanding Organising Chairperson

Supportive Organising Committee

Supportive Past President

Outstanding Project

: Janice Ong

: Matthew Lim

: Bernard Ong

: F U N Move

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BERNARD ONG MATTHEW LIM

SUPPORTIVE PAST PRESIDENT SUPPORTIVE ORGANISING COMMITTEE

JANICE ONG ZHI HONG HELEN LEANG NICHOLAS NG

OUTSTANDING ORGANISING CHAIRPERSON

OUTSTANDING NEW MEMBER

OUTSTANDING NEW MEMBER (MERIT)

OUTSTANDING LOCAL BOARD OF DIRECTOR

M E E T I N G S BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

JCI Tanjung Bunga had the 5th BOD meeting together with the team through ZOOM. And we also have our new members Joanne & Abby to join us as well!

Board meetings serve as a platform for decision-making on important matters that impact the organization's strategy, operations, and overall direction.

Through discussions, the board can review and evaluate the organization's strategic initiatives, identify risks, and provide valuable insights and perspectives

JCI Tanjung Bunga had the 6th BOD Meeting with the presence of new members Zhi Hong and Hui Joo.

5TH BOD MEETING

6TH BOD MEETING

M E E T I N G S STRATEGIC PLANNING COMMITTEE (SPC) MEETING

The SPC team of JCI Tanjung Bunga had the first meeting together with SPC Chairman JCI Senator Dr. Francis Wong.

Do you know what SPC is? SPC stands for Strategic Planning Committee which will assist the board of directors in achieving the Local Organisation’s mission, vision and strategic direction

M E E

S PROJECT PLANNING & BRAINSTORMING

RESET, RENEW, RISE A BRAND NEW ME CYEA ENTREPRENEURS SHARING

IF YOU FAIL TO PLAN, THEN YOU ARE PLANNING TO FAIL!

T I N G

M E E T I N G S PROJECT PLANNING & BRAINSTORMING

Good communication is an important component in project management, allowing projects to progress smoothly and on time. It ensures team members are aligned on project goals and understand exactly what's expected of them. It also helps build trust so everyone works better together from project start to finish.

BUSINESS DIGITALIZATION

EMBRACE LOVE BENTO

BUSINESS DIGITALIZATION EMCEE REHEARSAL AREA NORTH GMM

YEP I AM DA BOSS

WASTE TO WONDER

g Bunga is based on the northern coast of Penang Island be nd Tanjung Tokong. You may be wondering how on earth a Local O ay and separated by the great Titiwangsa Mountains are able to of another Local Organization on Malaysia's east coast?

h persistence, passion and the love for JCI that made JCI Kota Bha of the formation of JCI Kota Bharu was planted back in 2010 esident JCI Sen.Dennis Tan along with his team came to explore th mation of a JCI Local Organization in Kota Bharu, but it did not mat

s later in 2019, another delegation led by then National Exe CI Senator Catherine Chang also joined by JCI Senator Dennis Ta g Bunga President Nicholas Khoo came a to try for a second time , and as you now know, it did not materialize

rd to the end of 2021, by chance of Dr. Gary Kuan who won as the CI Ten Outstanding Young Malaysians, he reached out to the 20 CI Sen. Chew Hooi Mei who then passed on this mission to the 20 CI Sen. Ellen and the 2022 National Executive Vice President who JCI Tanjung Bunga’s former President Tan Wei Jian to see if thir

with the help of many parties including our 2023 Immediate Pa o and the wonderful JCI Kota Bharu protem team,this mission hed! Thank you to all of you who have made this possible, today, w ers of many many giants. Thank you so much.

ck to Charter President James and JCI Kota Bharu on this exci

DR. AIDEN OOI

A DENTAL | DENTIST

I was introduced to JCI by a friend One of the reasons I joined JCI is to make more friends, know everyone from different cultures and societies I have a big passion in charity works and I was told that JCI does many charitable events I’m looking forward to join the team and to provide help to the underprivileged.

HUI JOO

Logistic Founding Team

The reason I join JCI is to expand my network I want to get more out of life and explore more in terms of individual, business and international opportunities At the same times, I wish to develop my leadership and management skills by joining/organizing JCI projects

DR. AARON

A CLINIC MEDICAL | AESTHETIC DOCTOR

The main reason I join JCI is to get more connection and to expand my networking As I'm tied with my work, I hope to know more friends through this NGO platform and to improve myself too!

Good morning! Today I have the pleasure of speaking with John Ung, an esteemed debate champion in JCI ASPAC Thank you for joining us today!

Good morning! It’s my pleasure to be here Thank you for having me!

you prepare for debates? Can you walk us ur research and practice routine?

must understand the motion thoroughly Without standing of the motion, you will not know where to ve no direction in your arguments. Second, start for materials to support your arguments if you are , and against the motion if you are opposition. Find authorities to back up your arguments. With chat ch is easier and faster than ever but you must use s wisely because not every info is reliable Have a g session with your team mates to see their f the motion Third, prepare a mock debate with mates or other teams to practice the delivery and mong the team Lastly, have fun

opinion, what are the key skills and hat make a successful debater?

ng skills is absolutely essential. You must be able to e motion in all possible angles. You must also have g skills and be quick thinking because you must be h what you opponent have said and quickly think of uttal

gy Sometimes you may get difficult motions which are ainst you That is when you need to rely on strategy eful framing of the motion and well-timed POI’s to efend against the opponent who may have a technical ver you.

good command of English. This would enable you to thoughts and ideas clearly and succinctly without g in its meaning As they say, brevity is the soul of wit

JOHN UNG 2023 ANC BEST DEBATOR 2023 JCI ASPAC ENGLISH DEBATE CHAMPIONSHIP

INTERVIEWER JOHN UNG

you handle the pressure and nerves that competitive debating? Do you have any rategies or techniques you use to stay nd confident?

play a very important role in a successful debate out them you are nothing Having reliable will not only help you win over stronger t gives you the assurance and confidence that hind to support you in sticky situations and help y the pressure during an intense debate makes the dreamwork!

(4) As an English debate champion, what advice do have for aspiring debaters who want to improve skills and achieve success in the field?

the first step and join a debate contest You will never how much you can achieve until you try

Can you describe a memorable moment or evement from your debating career that you are icularly proud of? What made it significant to

n 2023 at Jakarta was the most nt It was significant because our ng and we managed to have the edge ork and well-planned strategies.

e feedback and criticism from members? How do you use it to nd refine your arguments?

ve criticism in a positive light. It helps esses so that we make room for

MARCUS KOAY

2023 ANC ENGLISH PUBLIC SPEAKING CHAMPIONSHIP

2023 ANC ENGLISH DEBATE CHAMPIONSHIP

Our member Marcus Koay won first place in the English Public Speaking competition during the 2023 JCI Area North Convention And for your information, this was his first time taking part in the competition!

INTERVIEWER MARCUS

Hi Marcus! Congratulations to you as you have won the first place in English Public Speaking!

Thank you!

hat initially sparked your interest in public king, and how did you develop your skills in this ?

always had an interest in leading teams towards successful es. As such, communication skills are paramount to instilling oper motivation and work ethic in those who follow you.

e developed my linguistic skills, particularly in the English age, by writing down my thoughts on a regular basis You say that writing is a hobby of mine, and so developing this came naturally speaking abilities specifically, I would have to say that it is listening to the appropriate talks on video streaming rms (e g Youtube) After a while, you would start to mimic ways of speech, especially during childhood and adolescent when your brain is most active in its development

(2) How do you prepare for a public speaking competition? Can you walk us through your typical routine?

The first step is to craft a compelling speech, appropriate to the topic at hand The success of this stage hinges almost entirely on your literacy level Of course, you could ask AI tools like ChatGPT to craft the whole thing for you, but this only makes it more difficult to recite your speech since the content isn’t truly written by yourself. Furthermore, it will most likely not match your level of competence in the respective language, exacerbating the issue of recitation. When it comes to composing A-class speeches, structure and coherence takes precedence over using advanced vocabulary. Regarding my routine, I would spend the evenings or early mornings crafting the speech. Once I am satisfied with the content, I then proceed with actual speaking practice. Whenever there are snippets of break sessions during my typical workday, such as my lunch break or when I just got home from the office, I would use this time to deliver my speeches This is best done in a private space for obvious reasons

do you handle nervousness or stage fright speaking in front of a large audience?

ce is the best teacher Start small Talk in front of a 5 Then when you ’ re comfortable, make it 10 and so

, it should be noted that that feeling of nervousness oes away completely. Confidence is key. It takes to spread your ideas on stage with god-knows how many people watching your every move My technique of developing confidence a few minutes before delivering my speech would be to remind myself that the judges and audience are humans too Nobody knows everything and your purpose is to educate the audience with your knowledge

Ask yourself: what is the worst that can happen? You might fumble your words and lose touch with your memory momentarily. Guess what? The judges have witnessed that numerous times. In all likelihood, you are not the first person who has committed such error.

(4) What are your thoughts on the use of visual aids, such as slides or props, in public speaking? How do you determine when and how to use them effectively?

In my opinion, that depends entirely on the nature of the presentation If the ideas you are trying to convey are rather complex and would require a fair bit more technical knowledge than what your average joe would typically be equipped with, then it only makes sense to use slides and props for a more effective delivery.

The time allowed for your speech should also be factored in. A speech that is permitted to go on no longer than 7 minutes, for instance, would most likely not require visual aids. 7 minutes is not a long time, believe me

As for the question of using them to great effect, it’s in those moments when you will need to convey more complex ideas which they would make the greatest impact For example, you cannot expect a layman to easily grasp the concepts of computer programming without visual aid

(5) Finally, what are your future goals and aspirations as a public speaker, and how do you plan to achieve them?

If we are homing into public speaking, I aim to take part in more public speaking competitions within JCI. I don’t really have a plan to achieve this other than signing up for the competitions I suppose you could say that my daily routine has already prepped me for the contests, since I like to write and most of the conversations I have with the suppliers in my business are from Western countries

G H L I G H T S 23 JCI MALAYSIA AREA NORTH CONVENTION ORE AREA NORTH CONVENTION

ident Chuen Ying had a short briefing about the upcoming vention program with Bungas’ members.

1 - PRESIDENT SUMMIT & AREA TEAM MEETING

dent Chuen Ying presented her report

Area Team Meeting

G H L I G H T S 23 JCI MALAYSIA AREA NORTH CONVENTION

2 - GENERAL ASSEMBLY 1

Began our first agenda on Day 2 with the General Assembly chaired by Area North Chairperson Raymond

Delegates in General Assembly I together with PNP JCI Sen Vel

IAMENTARY QUIZ

G H L I G H T S

23 JCI MALAYSIA AREA NORTH CONVENTION

WARDS JUDGING WORKSHOP

workshop is open to those members who wish to be an E-Award ju onal Convention, ASPAC or even World Congress.

ugh this workshop, members will have a better understanding of ria & the system for awards submissions.

M IDEAS TO ACTION: A STRATEGIC PLANNING FORUM FOR ENTE ERS

National Presidents JCI Sen t the best practices that inable growth.

Malaysia Area North celebrated the welcoming night in Bahang B h April 2023

are thrilled to have 13 delegates from JCI Tanjung Bunga COMING NIGHT!

the fun begin as we embark on this remarkable journey togeth ang!!! Members have also participated in the talent show tog ident Chuen Ying. What an unforgettable memory!

G H L I G H T S 23 JCI MALAYSIA AREA NORTH CONVENTION

D TO 5000

uitment and retention are critical aspects of building a suc ctive team within an NGO (Non-Governmental Organization, espe National Deputy President Bruce Ban had shared with us some str iderations for recruiting and retaining talented individuals in hi nization.

D TO NATIONAL OFFICER FORUM

bers get to understand the journey, roles and responsibilities as er in JCI. There was a sharing session from our 2017 Area North C enator CJ & 2019 Area North Chairperson JCI Sen. Catherine to journey as a national officer.

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H I G H L I G H T S

2023 JCI MALAYSIA AREA NORTH CONVENTION

GALA NIGHT

The result of the 1st quarter awards and convention awards will be announced during Gala Night. Celebrating such accomplishments is a fantastic way to acknowledge the hard work and dedication put forth by the whole TEAM!

Achievement of JCI Tanjung Bunga in 2023 Area North Convention

2023 JCIM Area North Incentive Awards: (1st Quarter)

1) Outstanding Publication - Nicholas Ng & Tan Yung Muk

2) Inspiring Local President ( Merit ) - Fau Chuen Ying

3) Active New Member - Janice Ong

2023 JCIM Area North Convention Awards:

1) Parliamentary Quiz 1st Runner Up- Leo Koay

2) First Timer Program (Top 10) - Tan Zhi Hong

3) English Debating Championship - Blow Water Squad- Marcus Koay & John Ung

4) English Debating Championship- Best Debator: John Ung

5) English Public Speaking Champion- Marcus Koay

6) English Public Speaking 2nd Runner Up - John Ung

G H L I G H T S MALAYSIA AREA CENTRAL SOUTH CONVENTION GALA

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sure to meet with JCI Vice President assigned to Malaysia JCI Se Taiwan

eneral Legal Counsel Wei Jian & President Chuen Ying att Night of Area Central South Convention hosted by JCI Kuala Lumpu

President CY with JCI VP JCI Sen. Barry Huang

Area North in Area Central South Convention

H I G H L I G H T S JCI ASIA PACIFIC CONFERENCE

Congratulations to JCI Malaysia for achieving excellent results in 2023 JCI ASPAC! Our member John Ung & his team won English Debating Championship!

This year, the JCI Asia Pacific Conference (ASPAC) is in Jakarta, Indonesia. Members get to have culture exchange and networking opportunities. All the participants get to experience the diverse cultures, traditions, practices of the countries in the region.It is actually a source of inspiration and motivation for participants as well

This time, our Past National President JCI Sen Velvet Ooi managed to meet with the members from JCI Kumamoto, Japan. Hopefully we will get to meet each other again very soon!

JCI CYEA is looking for creative young entrepreneurs aged between 18 to 40 years old, that have started a new business using creativity in product development, service development, and their approach to the market. Or, they have taken an existing business and incorporated creativity to solve a problem, or change a process, to create positive change in their business operations.

NGLC Wei Jian represented JCI Malaysia to attend the 2023 JCI CYEA Launching Press Conference at MASCO CoWorking Space in Penang

H I G H L I G H T S JCI CREATIVE YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS AWARD'S LAUNCHING PRESS CONFERENCE

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