Author: Dr Erwin Kwun

My Story: From Shy to Confident Speaker

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date January 27, 2023
Categories In Career

As a child, I was a timid soul. The mere thought of speaking in front of others sent shivers down my spine. My heart would race as I worried about what others might think. The Shiest student of the year Growing up, my shyness was so pronounced that in my sixth-form year, I was voted […]

Sympathy Vs Empathy

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date December 13, 2022
Categories In Mindset

People often think sympathy and empathy are the same thing without realising they are very different concepts. Sympathy is an expression of care or concern for someone. In contrast, empathy is the ability to understand and feel the emotion of the other person. When you empathise, you understand the other person’s perspectives, predicament and share […]

5 Benefits of writing

Writing has been life-changing for me. It has helped me to sharpen my mind, learn more about myself and connect with some of you who enjoy my work. Today, I’d like to show you 5 benefits of writing. 1. Boost your happiness Our mind is often focused on negatives. We get caught up by things that […]

The secret to a fulfilling career

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date November 17, 2022
Categories In Career

So many doctors feel stuck working in a job not conducive to their health and wellbeing. Early in my career, I didn’t take good care of my wellbeing due to heavy workload and the enormous pressure. I was so busy to complete my never-ending list of jobs that I skipped meals and breaks. I knew […]

Passing MRCGP Exam despite crippling anxiety

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date November 16, 2022
Categories In Career

If there is a stumbling block and you’re not able to find the answer your your CS or ES is not able to find the answer probably a third person can find you the answer so then I felt that because I had real respect for you seeing your videos and your approach so I contacted you and it […]

IMG Success Story

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date May 24, 2022
Categories In Career

How an IMG passed MRCGP Exam after failing 4 times? In the next couple of weeks, my confidence skyrocketed because I could take the history in a reasonable time. Then, I had all the time to do the clinical management. Dr Inamuna Beregha After failing his MRCGP exam four times, Dr Inamuna Beregha hit rock […]

How to stop living an unfulfilled life?

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date March 9, 2022
Categories In Mindset

“You were put on this earth to achieve your greatest self, to live out your purpose, and to do it courageously.” – Steve Maraboli, Life, the Truth, and Being Free So many people are unfulfilled with their life. Every weekday is the same. They wake up, go to work, come home, watch Netflix and then […]

Writing Your Life Story

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date August 28, 2021
Categories In Mindset

How are you writing your life story? The story you tell yourself defines your trajectory in life. As you read this article, you are creating a new story and guess who is the main character. You are the most important person in that story. You have the power to choose what the main character does […]

What can Disney & J.K. Rowling Teach You on Rejection?

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date February 13, 2021
Categories In Career

Have you ever been rejected? Everyone encounters rejection at some point in life. People don’t reply to your email. People say ‘No’ to you. You didn’t land your dream job. Even the most successful people have to deal with rejections. Walt Disney was fired for lack of creativity In 1919, Walt Disney was fired from […]

Job Application: Are You Making These Deadly Mistakes?

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date August 12, 2020
Categories In Career

Applying for a job is a process that requires persistence, creativity, research and hard work. The job market is competitive so you need to differentiate yourself from others to succeed. Writing an excellent application letter is a crucial step to get your foot in the door. Lack of research Not doing enough research is a […]