Laying the Foundations
for Future Success
More Than a Decade in Character Building
What are the three most important qualities that children need now so that
they can succeed in the future?
Some years ago, a father whose eldest son was enrolled in one of our centres
asked me why we don’t focus on children’s leadership capabilities. I replied
that the character traits we emphasise – respect, responsibility, self-control,
etc. – are qualities found in all great leaders. After his son went on to Primary
1, he was beaming from ear to ear when he next met me because his son was
selected for leadership positions from the start.
“The belief that one person can do something great is a myth.” John
Maxwell
A successful person must be able to work in and lead a team. If he is able
to do this well, whether in his workplace or his personal life, he is likely to
find success.
Success at home or work hinges on building good relationships. Respect for
self and others, which includes valuing others’ opinions and considering the
needs of others before your own, is a core attitude that must be cultivat Y