“We all have ability. The difference is how we use it.†― Stevie Wonder
When the words “saxophone player, keyboardist, and talented singers†are used, most people will think of strong and healthily five-sense-equipped people who are really good at them. More, if all are combined and made into a beautiful harmony, we tend to be swept away by the rhythm played itself than the people behind it.
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Mbak Anita is the CSR and Communication Services Sr. Manager of PT XL Axiata, a motherly, tough, and sharp woman who likes baking stuff like cake.
It was a pretty cool and sweet afternoon. I was sitting next to this ‘Beautiful Woman’, and here is the wonderful talk about her which I am so happy to share with you all…
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Words by Lafiona Grezelda
Menapaki cita – cita dan meraihnya bersama sang waktu, mengapa tidak? Cita – cita tidak berada dipenghujung hari, tapi merupakan proses yang dibangun dan dipersiapkan untuk diraih dengan menghadapi segala rintangan – rintangan yang datang. Terdengar cliché tapi banyak dari kita yang belum siap dengan rintangan – rintangan yang datang. Faktanya adalah tidak sesiap kita membacanya dalam banyak artikel atau buku – buku motivasi. Membayangkan dan menjalaninya adalah dua perkara berbeda.
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Words by Deka Komanda Yogyantara
Hallo, I am Deka Komanda Yogyantara, XL Future Leaders student Batch 3 from Jakarta region. I just won 1st runner up of Global Impromptu Speech Contest at ASEAN Colloquium 2016 on February 20th 2016 in Bangkok, Thailand. This competition organized by Global Leadership Institute, in partnership with twelve international organizations including United Nations Asia Pacific Headquarters (UN Escap). There was more than 10 countries participated in this event, from Hong Kong to Guinea.
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Words by Scherzo Wahid Naiborhu
On Saturday, February 13th 2016, three XL Future Leaders students Batch 3 from Jakarta region, Scherzo Wahid Naiborhu, David Yitzack Pattiruhu, and Deka Komanda Yogyantara participated in a national case competition named Kairos Sharing Table. It is an initiative led by Kairos ASEAN Indonesia chapter as the recruiting event platform for promising start-ups to find the best talents, the easier way. The goal of this competition was to be the bridge between students who were interested in working at start-ups and start-ups which were keen on hiring promising talents. The start-ups partners that acted as the judges were Xendit, a fin-tech company that allows people to send money to friends or an entity/institution through a mobile number or bank account with no fees across different banks; Kitabisa.com, a crowd-funding company that allows people to donate and raise funds through online for every needs; and Taralite, a company that provides financial solutions for people’s need with low interest rate.
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Below is a write up of Winda’s journey to be accepted as Vice-chair in special crisis committee at a prestigious program. Enjoy!Â
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Being Optimistic is Easy
Words by Winda Edelwis Zedilla , Universitas Hasanuddin Makassar
I want to share my story regarding the process of applying prestigious Model UN conference in India.
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Every year more than 8 million people die from cancer. On February 4 individuals from every corner of the earth unite for World Cancer Day, a day devoted to recognizing cancer. Cancer has long been known as a disease that could hit anyone regardless skin color, economic status and gender. Raising awareness and promoting healthier lifestyle are then essential to prevent cancer, for ourselves and others.
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Dipta is the Corporate Communication Manager for PT XL Axiata, allergic to crab, but really loves snacking. Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
Achmad Pradipta grew up in Medan, North Sumatera, and Jakarta (where he works now). But Bekasi is the place he has chosen for his little family; a beautiful wife and a cute son.
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Words by Julian Leonard Hardenberg
Satrya Putra Adhitama, also known as Dhito, is the elected President of XL Future Leaders Alumni. For this position, he is working together with six regional governors, which are Jakarta Region, Bandung Region, Jogjakarta-Semarang Region, Surabaya Region, Makassar Region, and Medan Region. Together they build solid engagement between XL Future Leaders Alumni, students, and facilitator, in regards to develop Indonesia.
Words by Mohamad Rivaldi Lanti – University of Hasanuddin, Makassar
It was a pretty cool and sweet morning on November 9, 2015. My watch was striking six am. I was waiting everyone to come…
Finally everyone gathered at six thirty. We were ready to boat to Kodingareng Keke and Samalona Island. This where our story started.
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