Do You Have What it Takes to Reach the Top?

Hard work is too common phrase these days. The promise that if we work hard, we will succeed seems to be misguided simply because 'hard work' is relative. It will always differ from person to person. This then poses the question of how do you quantify a willingness towards hard work? One way could be to choose 'benchmarks' which you can measure your work ethic against. The 'benchmarks' I have chosen are aimed at helping you to assess your character and determine if you have the drive and work ethic to reach the top. So without further ado let's explore 5 things you can try.

1. Stay in a 5 star hotel

This one is quite easy to 'achieve'. The thing you should find out here is to determine if the 5 star level of comfort is something you 'need' to have. This is different to the 'yeah I like it and would always take it if I have the chance.' However, if the answer is 'you don't feel comfortable in lesser accommodation anymore,' then you know you are probably willing to put that extra effort in for that extra reward.

2. Do something significant that you're not entirely comfortable with

Unfortunately, whether you like it or not, there will come a time when you will have to do something you're not entirely comfortable with. Reaching the top requires wits and a strong control over your emotions and whilst you may think that you are a 'good' person, rest assured that there will be someone out there that is immoral or unethical. When your back is against the wall, you may be forced to do something that you may not be comfortable with. I'm not saying that this ok. However, it's best to know if you're okay with doing things in the 'questionable' area before it's too late.

3. Buy a materialistic item for $1000

This one is a good one. Spending this quantity of money is for most people a big deal. You most probably have obsessed and obsessed about this decision for a long time. Hence this is why when you finally do it, you feel such an attachment to it. But what comes next is interesting. It can go two ways. Either you think it was a good idea and you instantly have a hunger for more 'luxury' items or you completely regret it and wish you could return it. Chances are if you are the first one, you know you're going to work hard to maintain this new 'lifestyle.'

4. Join a gym

Make sure you sign up for a lengthy period of time. Then monitor how much you actually use your membership. If the number is low chances are you aren't very disciplined and therefore hard work may not be your forte. It's also a good measure of how you spend your money. If you think $500 for a yearly membership is a good idea, then chances are you'll see value in other 'expensive' items and will work hard to get them.

5. Try an extreme diet

This is another discipline idea. By extreme diets, I don't mean the 'only eat carrots for 5 days for rapid weight loss' diets. I'm referring to the 'cult' diets like the paleo diets or veganism. Hard work is only undertaken if you want essentially want to join a cult. Think about it, the partners at your firm are essentially in a mini cult, the expensive things they own puts them in the respective clubs (cults). If you identify yourself as one of those people that enjoys being someone who follows these 'interesting' diets, then chances are you may have what it takes to work hard and join the 'elite.'

These are just a few ways that can help you discover more about yourself. Fear not if you aren't one of these people. Happiness is entirely subjective. Someone that is happy going about their day is much better off than someone that works hard for no reason and absolutely hates what they do.

The first person I envy, the second I don't. Don't be the latter.

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How to Dress Cool

There are currently a few types of 'cool' asian stereotypes that piss me off. At some point in time, these trends decided it was the shit and have spread like Kim Kardashian and/or herpes. As a fellow Asian I have definitely been guilty of a few fashion faux pas.

What am I talking about exactly you might ask? Well our version in its shittest form generally stretches from trying to replicate hipsters/roided up idiots at a music festival to the my dads a lawyer Ralph Lauren wearing douche look.

I'm most probably somewhere in between here when it comes to fashion but what I want to get at are three main stereotypes.

1. The Asian Gym Junkie

This guy probably didn't have a lot of positive self esteem when he was younger. So as any good over correction does, once he adds some muscle, he suddenly gains confidence. Unfortunately, it doesn't stop here. As the muscles grow, so does the ego. Overcompensation becomes this guy's forte and the clothes become tighter and smaller. Due to the fact most Asians are under 6 feet tall, this guy will soon resemble a disproportioned action figure doll and/or has such severe small man syndrome that his head might just explode if he isn't told how nice his side boob is. Dude, you need to calm down. Chicks dig fitness and confidence, not dickhead (well the ones worth keeping do).

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2. The 'Rich' Asian

The second guy is the rich asian. They have daddy's credit card and absolutely no style. Their idea of spending $1000 is probably an iPhone 6 plus plus plus plus S and a givenchy t-shirt that's 4 sizes too big (the big the better hey?) or one that has a logo bigger than item of clothing itself regardless of whether it suits them (not possible you say? Go find that guy and tell me I'm lying. I know you know one). It doesn't end here though. The true 'rich' asian will also insist on paying for things as a way of showing how 'powerful' he is. He then will constantly remind you of it as if he was doing you such a massive favour. To this guy I say, 'Mate, you need to find some clothes that actually make you look like a normal human being and once again calm the fuck down. People worth keeping around will like you for you and not that gucci belt that's slicker than your hair.

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3. The Street Style Asian

This one is the most interesting. Of the three stereotypes, I find this one is probably the least offensive. However, I think that's what pisses me off more. The inspiration for a lot of this type of clothing are 6 foot 4 black guys growing up in the hood of America. What the fuck does a 5 foot nothing Asian who can't ball for shit and grew up with all of life's essentials, know about the brand? Then there's the hipster cross over of this stuff. Not wanting to be left out, they happily pay $500 to look homeless (way to show you are a real hipster). At least go to the op shop and stop being such a twat.

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Now before you all get on the band wagon and throw hate, let me say that if you are of at least average height and relatively lean, then the over saturation and mass production that is the global economy, will mean that you should look half decent as any of the three stereotypes. I'm not critiquing you. I'm after the over compensators who really need to get over themselves and become an asset to society.

Remember people. Confidence is good but too much dick makes you a slut.

Can you guess which one I am?

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