Dr. Tan Kim Lim

“Earning a PhD can be seen as a daunting task to many but with good support, determination and by staying focused, it can be quite an enjoyable journey. When I look back on my own PhD journey, I can totally relate to what Thomas Edison said about achieving success: “Genius is 1 per cent inspiration and 99 per cent perspiration.” He also said, “Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.”

“Indeed, the journey to a PhD may not be as smooth as one would expect. There will be twists and turns as well as unexpected obstacles. It will make you perspire, and sometimes, push you to depths of despair. It is therefore very much a matter of being passionate about what you are doing. When you have a passion for the topic you are researching, it is no longer a chore and instead can be quite enjoyable, knowing that you are working towards a significant goal.” –Dr. Tan Kim Lim, Lecturer in Management, Faculty of Business