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“If you really look closely, most overnight successes took a long time.” – Steve Jobs

We only see the success after it’s been reached. Like a tree that reaches the clouds, the roots that hold it up are invisible. They’re beneath the ground, having spent years digging through the hard ground to stabilize and feed the tree’s growth. It is also so with business

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. “Wise spending is part of wise investing. And it’s never too late to start.” Rhonda Katz

“Investment is an asset or item that is purchased with the hope that it will generate income or appreciate in the future.” Anonymous

“Almost everything worthwhile carries with it some sort of risk, whether it’s starting a new business, whether it’s leaving home, whether it’s getting married, or whether it’s flying into space.” – Chris Hadfield

True, but not all risks are created equally. Going into space feels like a bigger risk than starting a company. That puts things in perspective, though, and acknowledges the fact that nothing is without risk, therefore, don’t try to completely bubble-wrap your enterprise. Play it safe, of course, but not to the point of inertia.

“Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.” – Thomas Edison

The famous story about Edison and the incandescent lightbulb, which took thousands of tries to find a filament that would burn but not extinguish, is proof to the pudding of his statement. You just never know what’s around the corner until you get there.

“Success is often achieved by those who don’t know that failure is inevitable.” – Coco Chanel

If you’re keeping your eyes on what can go wrong, it will go wrong. Successful people strive to move on. They aren’t ignorant of failure, but they’re also not stymied by it. They don’t know what failure is, because to them it’s merely a bump in the road, not its terminus.

“The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” – Walt Disney

The more business quotes from these masters of industry and history, the more you notice a common thread knitting them together. They tend to same things only in different ways. That alone should make it clear that actions speak louder than words, to use another old axiom.

“The first one gets the oyster, the second gets the shell.” – Andrew Carnegie

It sounds brutal, and one doesn’t become a steel baron without nerves of steel, but there is a harsh truth in this statement. Resources are exploited by businesses to achieve their goals. They’re not a collective, sharing the wealth, so like the early bird, if you want the worm, then get up early.

“Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life’s coming attractions.” – Albert Einstein

You’ll have noticed that often one inspirational quote contradicts the next. That’s because it is in these paradoxes that real wisdom is born. There is never just one way to look at something and with perspective comes opportunity. Ideas might be nothing without execution, but without those ideas the execution is empty.

“The real test is not whether you avoid this failure, because you won’t. It’s whether you let it harden or shame you into inaction, or whether you learn from it; whether you choose to persevere.” – Barack Obama

The president knows a lot about failure and success. The Affordable Healthcare Act was more than once dead in the water, but the president didn’t give up. He compromised, he convinced and he labored, but not once did he allow himself to become embittered.

“To be a successful business owner and investor, you have to be emotionally neutral to winning and losing Winning and losing are just part of the game.” Robert Kiyosaki

20) In Hawaii, you can experience sunny beaches and snowy mountains on the same island
This is one of the more fascinating facts about the world — best for last!
Hawaii only has two seasons — Summer and Winter but it actually has eight of the world’s 13 climates! At sea level, the temperate rarely rises above 32°C or drops below 16°C but in the mountains of Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa and Haleakala, it snows pretty often!

Do not put all your eggs in one basket.” Warren Buffet

“The rich invest in time, the poor invest in money.” Warren Buffet

“Never depend on a single income, make an investment to create a second source.” Warren Buffet

20) In Hawaii, you can experience sunny beaches and snowy mountains on the same island
This is one of the more fascinating facts about the world — best for last!
Hawaii only has two seasons — Summer and Winter but it actually has eight of the world’s 13 climates! At sea level, the temperate rarely rises above 32°C or drops below 16°C but in the mountains of Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa

19) New Zealand has the steepest residential area in the world
San Francisco is known as a city of slopes, with its steepest street angling up at 27°. If you think that’s steep, try living on Baldwin Street in New Zealand.
The residential street in Dunedin won the Guinness World Record with its 38° slope. The sharp incline makes all the houses look like they’re sunken into the ground. Don’t take our word for it, but we’re sure the residents have thighs of steel.��

18) There’s a rock in Australia that’s bigger than Ayer’s Rock Uluru
When we talk about big rocks in Australia, the famed Uluru is usually what comes to mind — you can even see it from space!

However, there’s an even bigger rock in town. Mount Augustus is two and a half times the size of Uluru, and you have to drive 54km to get around it!
But at the end of the day, Uluru still is the largest single rock formation in the world, also known as a monolith whereas Mount Augustus’ massive stature may be composed of many layers of sand and gravel.
If you’re planning to road trip in Western Australia, be sure to stop by this big boy!

17) There’s a village in the Netherlands with no streets, only canals
Venice isn’t the only town that gets around mainly by boat. Within Giethoorn Village in the Netherlands, there are no streets, only footpaths and over 6km of canal.
The picturesque village is filled with rustic cottages and surrounded by tall trees — just like a fairytale! Visitors can either kayak through the scenic neighbourhood or ride a bike on the footpaths.

16) In Sweden, you can order Macs on skis

In Sweden, you don’t need a car to order from the drive-thru. But, you’ll need a pair of skis.
Everyone gets the Macadee munchies, especially in negative degrees with boards on your feet. That’s why Sweden has blessed skiers with McSki since 1996 — the only ski-thru McDonald’s in the world! Nothing warms you up more than a box of nuggies after a tough day on the slopes. �

15) These bats in Thailand are the world’s tiniest mammals

This should probably be on the list of cutest facts about the world. In the limestone caves of Sai Yok National Park are the world’s tiniest bats (and mammals)! Bat soup jokes aside, aren’t they adorable? �
The details get even cuter — they grow up to 33mm and weigh only 2g. That’s only 1mm bigger than Singapore’s 50 cent coin!
They were first discovered in 1973 by Kitti Thonglongya, a Thai biologist, and are also known as Kitti’s hog-nosed bat.

14) France is the most visited country with 89 million annual tourists

Based on Singapore’s popular travel destinations, I’d think either Japan or Thailand to be the most visited country.
Surprisingly, before COVID-19 made travel take a backseat, France was the most visited country in the world. Apart from exploring the city of love, many travellers also pass through it on their way to Italy and Spain.
Is France one of the places you plan to visit once borders reopen?

13) You’re always seven years behind in Ethiopia

Here’s one of the most mindboggling facts about the world — when we welcomed 2020, Ethiopia was only four months into 2012 �
Just like the Gregorian calendar (the one most of us are on), the Ethiopian calendar marks Christ’s birth as the starting point. However, following alternate calculations of the annunciation of Christ, the Ethiopian calendar is seven to eight years behind.
Fortunately, travellers aren’t affected by the difference while they’re there. Modern-day Ethiopia understands the Gregorian calendar and uses both calendars interchangeably. But if you’re keeping receipts for reimbursements, the date printed might make it seem like your trip was years ago. Not to worry though, all you have to do is convert your dates!
The most interesting differences are the yearly holidays — unlike the rest of the world, Ethiopia celebrates New Years on September 11th and Christmas on January 7th (in Gregorian calendar).

12) Thailand has a festival to appreciate their monkeys
Every last Sunday of November, this festival in Lopburi celebrates the Monkeys in a Monkey Buffet Festival.
According to Sanskrit folklore, a heroic Monkey helped Prince Rama save his bride-to-be from the clutches of a ten-headed demon.
The resident monkeys of the Phra Prang Sam Yot temple are treated to 4,000 kilograms of fruits, vegetables, and Thai desserts — what a spread! Locals also dress up as monkeys and perform for their esteemed guests as they gobble down their royal feast.This event is open to the public but visitors be warned — the monkeys can get aggressive and will steal anything they get their hands on!

11) A real-life Spirited Away bathhouse exists in Tainan
Jiufen, Taiwan, is popularly known as the mountain village that inspired Miyazaki’s Spirited Away. However, down south in Tainan has a real-life replica of the famed bathhouse.
Located in the Breezy Valley Art Village is the Breezy Village Guesthouse. It closely resembles the iconic bathhouse, especially with Yubaba greeting you at the front — don’t offend her or she’ll turn you into a pig! �
If you’re a big Miyazaki fan, add both locations to your next Taiwan adventure!

10) You can go on a safari in Sri Lanka
Kenya isn’t the only safari experience — there’s another place closer to home that’s half the price with its own set of amazing wildlife!
Or visit Wilpattu National Park to see axis deer and sloth bears! �
The best time to visit would be between March and October — water levels are lower and you’ll see more animals come out to drink.Less than four hours away, in charming Sri Lanka, is Asia’s very own Safari. On the open plains of Yala National Park, you’ll spot elephants, leopards, and even aquatic birds!
Another cool fact about Sri Lanka is the annual sightings of migrating Blue Whales! Between December to April, witness the biggest animals in the world feed on krill in the Southern Coast.
The whales usually hang out in the waters by Mirissa. You’ll pass the town on the way to Yala National Park, so why not pop in for some whale watching before your safari adventure!

9) San Fransisco’s Golden Gate Bridge ‘speaks’
This is one of the newer facts about the world. In June 2020, San Francisco’s beloved Golden Gate Bridge started speaking up about some amendments made to the railings on the bike path. Literally.
San Franciscans reported hearing eerie sounds from several kilometres away!City officials explained it to be a case of high winds passing through the new handrails. The bridge is safer for users when it faces less wind resistance. Therefore, the sound is a good sign that strong winds are passing through the bridge smoothly!

China has only one timezone
Having a single timezone is fine if the sun rises and sets at the same time for everyone. However, as Beijing is preparing to go to bed at midnight, folks in Xinjiang are just beginning to watch the sunset.
That’s pretty wild considering how China is almost the size of the United States, which has six timezones! Interestingly, China didn’t always operate on Beijing time. Beijing Standard Time was only established in 1949 — a decision by Chairman Mao Zedong in the name of national unity.
Before that, in 1912, there were five recognised timezones that were five and a half to eight and a half hours past Greenwich Mean Time.
Luckily, working around one timezone is but a mild inconvenience to the Chinese. However, travellers planning to backpack through China should prepare for their body clocks to get a little confused �