Sunday, February 8, 2015
Cerpen
Saturday, February 7, 2015
Writing
Thursday, October 23, 2014
Jeruk Mangga Asam Boi / Pickled Young Manggo
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
Tiada Pilih Kasih Mohon Skim PTD
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Tuesday, August 5, 2014
Wednesday, July 2, 2014
Promotion Exercise
The recent promotion exercise by the Public Service Department (PSD) has taught me one important thing. Read further for the details...
Several officers who worked hard and dedicated serving the organisation were left out from the promotion exercise. One of the main reasons was due to the so called performance evaluation marks were below certain benchmark level used by the central agency PSD. Instead of giving promotion to the existing long serving officers, outsiders who had just joined the organisation were rewarded. The reason being was that the outsiders scored higher appraisal evaluation marks.
However, PSD failed to recognise the fact that appraisal evaluation by immediate supervisor was very subjective and depended upon the level of generosity of the evaluator and how he perceives the excellenct working criteria and performance result. This is the result of the organisational's performance culture and working environment. Different organisations may have different way and benchmarks how it evaluate their people's performance. For example, the 90% marks and above could be given to those who excel in work performance. But, for some organisations, the excellence criterion is defined within the range of 85% to 90%. The score above 90% would only be give to a handful employees who had shown exemplary and outstanding achievements.
Therefore, if the PSD were to maintain this outdated promotion system, I have learned one thing. If you cannot change the system, then live it with the system and find ways how to exploit the system to your advantage.
What did I learn? When you feel your promotion is coming, be sure to keep reminding your boss of a fair appraisal evaluation. I would not hesitate to request from my supervisor for higher marks if I fully satisfied with my performance. I will clearly say to my supervisor that his fair contribution will have an impact on my soon to be higher grade promotion. I believe, by telling the truth (about our feeling) will result in a win-win situation. My supervisor and effectively the organisation will benefit from positive performance of highly motivated of mine. And of course, I will get higher appraisal marks from the supervisor and hopefully be considered for promotion by the PSD. I give work commitment, my supervisor gives me a high evaluation score. So, fair what???
Sunday, June 29, 2014
Resepi dan Cara Masak Peria Goreng dengan Telur dan Ikan Bilis
Video masakan buah peria goreng dengan telur dan ikan bilis.
Selamat mencuba dan selamat berbuka puasa!
-- Chef Saupee
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
Top 10 Travel Tips To Malaysia and Etiquette
- Since it's a tropical country, ensure that you bring light clothing, comfy shoes, insect repellent and plenty of sunscreen;
- Drug dealing and trafficking carry severe punishment;
- Gambling is only permitted at Genting Highland Casino;
- To drive in Malaysia, you'll need an International Driving Permit (IDP) but it is recommended that you take taxis to move about as it is easier;
- You must have a certificate of inoculation for yellow fever if you're coming from infected countries. Vaccination for cholera and small pox are not necessary;
- Always keep your belongings safely with you while you're out and about. Important document should be kept in your hotel safety deposit box;
- Be careful with the authenticity of branded items as bootleg products are widely available
- Tipping is not practised or expected at eateries. It's your prerogative if you do want to tip;
- Have loose change handy with you at all times for taxis, buses and trains. Also, when taking a taxi, insist on using the meter; and
- Most importantly keep hydrating!
- When visiting any home and places of worship, it's good manners to remove your shoes before entering the premises;
- Certain places of worship have a dress code, so please follow instructions. Some might not allow photography. Just look out for signage;
- When passing items (such as money) or pointing directions, it is considered polite to use the right hand;
- When invited for a dinner, utensils are usually provided but it's customary for the Malays and Indians to eat using their right hand. The Chinese usually use chopsticks;
- Purchase and consumption of alcohol is limited to patrons over 21 at non-halal establishments;
- Cigarettes are sold to those age 18 and above sonly. Please look out for NON SMOKING signage, as smoking is prohibited or limited to certain areas in most airports, shopping malls, banks, hospitals, cinema halls and eateries;
- It is courteous to say 'thank you' at the end of conversation;
- Blatant public displays of affection (PDA) are frowned upon.
Thursday, May 15, 2014
Resepi: Mushroom Soup / Sup Cendawan
Bahan-bahan:
1. 1 ketul dada ayam (dicincang)
2. 1 tin cendawan bulat (dicincang)
3. 1 ketul kiub ayam
4. 1 cawan tepung gandum (bancuh dengan sedikit air supaya tidak berketul-ketul)
5. 1.5 liter air
6. 0.5 liter susu cair
7. Sedikit garam
Cara-cara memasak:
1. Didihkan air dahulu
2. Masukkan 1 ketul kiub ayam
3. Masukkan ayam dan cendawan yang sudah dicincang taxi
4. Akhir sekali masukkan bancuhan tepung gandun dan sedikit garam.
Sup Cendawan siap untuk dihidang! Selamat menjamu selera :-)
-- Chef We Sau Pee

