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Success, redefined: Purpose and positive social impact
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Many people are increasingly valuing purpose-driven careers, sustainability, and social impact, says the writer.
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SINGAPORE – Cash, car, credit card, condominium and country club. These were the “5Cs” once said to define success in Singapore.
While these are not bad things in and of themselves, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said such a narrow definition of success can lead to society becoming more frenetic – and competition more toxic – as Singaporeans seek to outdo one another.
