Are you communicating ? Part 1

I get introduced to the meaning of effective communication in my line of work. While effective communication has become a salary-earning tool and being practiced far & wide in the domain of the office, we may sometimes forget to practice good & effective communication among our friends & family.

A large part of the problem to good & effective communication is that many of us are personally identified with their own opinion. When we discover that someone else’s opinion is different from ours, we may personally feel challenged, as if you are questioning our intelligence or character. As such, I always make it a point to recite the old adage: “opinion is like a**hole, everyone has one” to remind myself that while we are promoting our own opinion (a**hole), we should kindly note that the other person is entitled to his/hers.

For the moment, some of my friends suggest that “the lesser you speak, the lesser the mistake you make”. It is true that we are not keen to hear your opinion, especially about your kids or your pets or your favorite TV program. However like what all communication Gurus will tell you, communication is 2 ways. Therefore it is pertinent to speak your mind and give response appropriately. One of my favorite quotes by Edmund Burke will gladly point out that there are consequences when your opinion is due but you are not giving one.

The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing. - Edmund Burke

contributed by SC

Are you communicating ? Part 2

As human being, we were taught to be polite and mind our manners when we were young. But do we actually carry these values with us when we grow older. This prompts me to wonder about this incident when I bumped into a stranger in the elevator, where he is trying to “hold” the lift for his friend, literally. I felt that in this situation, a simple few words would explain his needs, and therefore spare the waiting crowd (actually it was just me) precious braincells puzzling over what-is-going-on. Yet, there was no communication and we waited a whole 5 minutes until his friend showed up in a fashionable I-didn’t-know-someone-else-is-waiting manner. Seriously, can’t this be communicated through a few words by either party?

If you are in the customer service or sales line of work, you will definitely be familiar with the effect of communicating through your tone of voice. While I am not a firm believer that you act cute (of which I am guilty of sometimes) to appease who you are speaking to, I do encourage we all tone down a little. If you don’t believe the effect, try this (at home only).

Say the following to your partner, one day in a harsh tone and another day in a gentle tone, watch the effects. Need I say more?

“What are you doing?”

Having said all the above, I personally find that communication is at the very least a singular reflection of WHO you are and the VALUES you represent. On the bigger context, it also speaks volume of your culture & upbringing as well as your societal background.

So, it is not too late to begin improving our communication skill. I hope you will join me to include this as one of your 2010 New Year’s Resolution. Happy New Year!

contributed by SC

condo Living Etiquettes pt 1

Living in our capital, Kuala Lumpur; while one can enjoy the sophistication & modernization of the city, it is inevitable to find oneself living among people, most of the time in close proximity. Though it is generally accepted that everyone is unique, the insensitive nature of some people living among us can pose a challenge to maintain harmony among neighbors.

Neighbor, according to the definition of Oxford Dictionary, means: “Dweller next door, near, same street or same village.”

It is as such paramount for folks living in the same vicinity (i.e. Sinaran Ukay Condo) to maintain a harmonious and peaceful living condition, more importantly be a responsible & sensible neighbor in all aspect.

For instance, if you're going to have a massive renovation, talk to your neighbor. While it's not required, you may find that your neighbor will be more understanding towards the noise & dirt from the renovation therefore less likely to complain. Get the drift?

Anyway, here’re a few tips to being a good neighbor:

1. Maintain the area around your home so that it's neat and clean.

2. Be conscientious about noises that might disturb your neighbors, such as vacuum cleaners, music, loud talk / argument and parties.

3. End parties at a reasonable hour. While you're at it, invite your neighbors to come, too.

4. Respect your neighbor's privacy.

5. Learn from neighbors with cultural backgrounds different from your own.

6. Invite your neighbor over for a leisurely cup of coffee to discuss any problems you may have, or to share any good news.

contributed by anonymous

Condo Living Etiquettes pt 2

While one may consider oneself as good neighbors, here is a checklist to see if you really are:

1. Have you become familiar to the tone of your neighbor before & immediately after you move in?

E.g.: Is your neighbor educated and humble people? Or are they closet millionaire who owns bungalows elsewhere but choose to stay in an unpretentious apartment?

2. Are you overreaching?

Consider checking with some of your neighbors regarding your viewpoint of certain people. E.g. Is a certain neighbor really an evil person? Or is it just rumors created & circulated by few self serving people?

3. Do you remember your Ps & Qs (Please and Thank You)?

Basic manners are not the order of the day, but it goes a long way especially if you are new in the neighborhood or trying to get information. Of course this will not be necessary if you are a millionaire with lots of bungalows elsewhere but choose to stay in an unpretentious apartment.

4. Have you tried communication?

In the unfortunate event when a problem arises between you & your neighbor, always try to communicate with your neighbor directly & politely. This is always the better solution. Though some of the less sensible neighbors will react in a hostile manner, but this put you in a better position.

Lastly, in the least desired case when a hostile situation had built up and became confrontational, it is always advisable to get help. If the neighbor problem persists, it may be necessary to file a formal complaint to the authorities or get advice from a lawyer. This I hope shall not happen in Sinaran Ukay Condo.

contributed by anonymous

Charity

"Charity begins at home ...

but should not end there."

On November 29, residents Yazid & Fazu, neighbours Naserudin, Onn, Jamal, Tuty, Mansur, Intan, Shahril, Diana and their families paid a visit to Rumah Solehah in Cheras.

It is 'home' to about 25 people where 11-13 kids aged between 3-16 year olds are HIV positive (including a couple of single mothers). The home (sponsored by Standard Chartered) is being cared for by its founder 'Kak Wan'.

Not only did they brought food specially cooked by resident Onn of 'Sajian Belanga' but also joy, love and laughter. As explained by resident Tuty, ..."Honestly the kids only wanted attention and they even sang a few songs for us ".

Initiators Yazid & Fazu with fellow compassionate residents of Sinaran Ukay are planning a BBQ party the next time they visit the kids.

"We make a living by what we get,

but we make a life by what we give."

Winston Churchill

Merry Christmas

To all residents of Sinaran Ukay

Merry Christmas

let's keep the spirit of neighborliness

in our hearts all year long

Invade and Destroy

At this very moment when the world is looking for ways to curb greenhouses gases, provide ways to verify countries’ emissions, shield vulnerable nations from the impacts of climate change, and share the costs, we in Bukit Antarabangsa are also doing our part in saving our rain forests.

You would have noticed that the visual pollution around bukit antarabangsa has been reduced to bits due to the timely invasion of the authorities. Hopefully, they would do the same to the old abandoned buildings and put a stop to the clearing of the jungles in the name of development.

Happy Birthday, Old Friend

Dear Jamal
Congratulations to you, old friend,

Birthday wishes to you, we send.

You look good for your age, they say,

But you look good to us any day.

..... from your family and friends

All photos courtesy of http://alfierthstudio.blogspot.com

high-tea till supper

What initially started as high-tea continued till dinner and eventually ended as late supper. The overwhelming pot-luck contribution by the residents seems more than enough to last till tomorrow morning's breakfast.

Seriously, some folks get to 'tapau' back as there were abundance of good food from 'curry kepala ikan' mee rebus, agar-agar, kerepek, pudding, bananas, rojak etc. all very much 'home-made'.

Topic of the day, 'who stays on top 4 of the English Premier League'.

M.U.

Another M.U.

Lagi-lagi M.U.

Moral of the story for ..... 'stomach full' - You'll never EAT alone !

All photos courtesy of http://alfierthstudio.blogspot.com

cucur udang, seedless grapes & air suam

Laid on the table are enough succulent choices of food to tickle your palette served on a set of 'bring your own colourful utensils' , a handful of residents sat for an evening of chatting, gossiping and planning while keeping an eye on the kids swimming in the pool.

Hot among the topics are the planned celebration to usher in the new year as practised religiously by a group of residents who would rather stay at home than get caught in the jam-packed streets of KL.

Word has it that there will be another round of 'talks' among the residents who promises to put up a worth while celebration in the remaining days of what is left of 2009.

The jolly good days are here to stay !

Salam Aidil Adha

Selamat Hari Raya

Aidil Adha

kepada semua Sinaran Ukay Residents

Hodoh dimata (Ugly to the eyes)

KOSMO! (Tuesday 24 November 2009) exposed the ugliness of flats and condominiums - both public and private, which prevail in and around Klang Valley due to the irresponsible parties entrusted as caretaker of these premises. The article struck a strong cord with me as the owner of one of the units here in Sinaran Ukay Condominium.

Over the years I observed a steady deterioration of the building's external coating - moss growth, peeling of paint and discolourisation, making our beautiful condominium such an eyesore. I clinch everytime I see the building as I make my way up Bukit Utama.

Isn't there anything the JMB and residents could do to arrest this problem ?

And by the way KOSMO! open up an avenue for residents of common properties to highlight the plights.You can sms to them as follows;

Langkah 1 (vkadu) (jarak) to
Langkah 2 (taip aduan)
Langkah 3 (nama)
Langkah 4 Hantar ke 33833

Ar. Azaiddy Abdullah
Unit 4.16 Sinaran Ukay

Bukit Antarabangsa needs a school .

If you think Bukit Antarbangsa needs a school, kindly log into this website to voice your opinion and support.

http://sekolahbukitantarabangsa.ning.com/

Want to work in Sinaran Ukay ?

vacancy

ADMIN ASST.

(Basis Accounting & Administration)

Requirements:

• SPM or equivalent.

• Able to speak and write English & BM.

• Good interpersonal & communication skills.

• Basic computer knowledge.

• Able to work independent.

• Preferred with experience.

• Own transport will be an advantage.

Interested can contact

En Jamal at 03 – 4107 1294 /

017 – 2924 491

or

Pn Tuty at 012 – 2069 233

to fix an interview appointment.

Kindly bring along your resume

& a recent photo to :

Joint Management Board

Sinaran Ukay Condo, Jalan BU 1/1,

Taman Bukit Utama, Bukit Antarabangsa,

68000 Ampang Selangor”

Reaching out

The shoot that is struggling out from this tree stump has given a reincarnated hope for its survival in this world.

For whatever it was worth, the unexplainable act of chopping of trees within the compounds of Sinaran Ukay is in no way discourages anyone from planting more green in Bukit Antarabangsa.

In conjunction with the newly formed committee of the JMB, the residents should organise an event on a beautiful Sunday morning by planting young samplings in a designated area of the compound and aptly call the campaign 'Turning a New Leaf'. ;-)

Month of celebration

Yesterday marked the last day of Syawal, hence the end of Aidil Fitri.

The ambience of hosting an 'open house' in a high-rise condominium may not replicate one that's celebrated in your kampung, but welcoming guests into your 'kampung' in the city has not in the slightest moment dampened the true spirit of Hari Raya - humbly serving your friends, families and neighbours in the most hospitable way.

Here are some evidence of that 'spirit' captured in time.

*please click on the photos for more

By the next festive celebration, it is hoped that more neighbours will turn up in the true spirit of 'open house' with an open heart.

Selamat Hari Raya

Wishing everyone in Sinaran Ukay Residence,

Bukit Antarabangsa.

Selamat Hari Raya

maaf zahir dan batin.

Buka Puasa di Masjid

Assalamualaikum wbt.

Sempena bulan yang mulia, beberapa muslimin/muslimat dari Taman Bukit Utama berhasrat mengadakan Majlis Berbuka Puasa seperti ketetapan berikut.

15 Ramadhan 1430

5 Sept. 09 (Sabtu)

Masjid Bukit Antarabangsa

Sehubung dengan itu kami dengan rasa rendah diri menjemput semua muslimin/muslimat dan ahli keluarga bersama-sama hadir ke majlis tersebut.

Sumbangan bagi menampung perbelanjaan dengan seberapa ikhlas amatlah dialu-alukan di mana selebihnya jika ada, akan dimasukkan ke tabung Masjid.

Sila hubungi Saudara Darif - 017 6169 909 dari unit 101 untuk keterangan lanjut.

bp.

Hj Mohd Shuib bin Haji Lebar.

Get together & buka puasa

4 Sept. 09 (Jumaat)

Poolside Cafe

Sinaran Ukay Residence

All residents and families are cordially invited

* click for details

Sinaran Ukay Residence

for a Better Standard of Living

3rd JMC sub-comm meeting

Ramadhan Greetings

Selamat menyambut Ramadhan Al-Mubarak 

dan menunaikan Ibadah Puasa, 

semoga Anugerah kali ini jauh lebih baik dari yang dulu.

Salam dari 

Sinaran Ukay Residence

Agenda next JMC committee meeting 18 Aug

impromptu BBQ.

It was a last minute decision that in less than 24 hours a group of residents decided to set up a BBQ feast and collectively purchase, prepare, marinate mutton, beef, seafood to the delight of  everyone present. 

There were no specific agenda for the night but in general gossips and chatting including expectations from the new management and how everyone can play their part in maintaining the well-being  of the condominium.

Hopefully, with more time to communicate, more residents will join in.

Minutes of meeting on 11 Aug 09

JMB Committee Meeting

To all Residents, you are invited to join.

please click on the image

 

minutes of 1st AGM

Please click on the image to access the minutes of the 1st AGM.

Al-Fatihah

Innalillah wainalillahi rajiun.

Pada pukul 3 pagi Juma'at 10 Julai bersamaan bulan Rejab yang mulia ini, Kak Nawal Ismail dari 9.15 telah pulang ke Rahmatullah di Hospital Besar Kuala Lumpur.

Solat Jenazah akan di laksanakan di Masjid Assyakirin di Gombak, Insya'Allah pada waktu Zohor hari ini.

Mudah-mudahan Allah mencucuri Rahmat keatas Roh nya. Amin.

Our deepest condolences goes out to Sayed Fouad and family.

JMB (FAQ)

Akta Bangunan dan Harta Bersama (Penyenggaraan & Pengurusan Bangunan) 2007 (Akta 663) yang berkuatkuasa pada 12 April 2007 telah mewajibkan semua pemaju untuk menubuhkan Badan Pengurusan Bersama atau Joint Management Body (JMB) di semua bangunan bertingkat yang tertakluk di bawah Akta Hakmilik Strata. PKNS sebagai pemaju akan menubuhkan JMB di Apartmen/Pangsapuri/Rumah Pangsa Kediaman Tuan/Puan.

SOALAN 1: Apakah Badan Pengurusan Bersama atau Joint Management Body (JMB)?
JAWAPAN 1: Badan Pengurusan Bersama atau Joint Management Body (JMB) ialah satu jawatankuasa yang dianggotai dan ditadbir oleh Pemilik Petak/Penduduk dalam mengurus dan menyenggara bangunan. JMB diwajibkan di semua bangunan bertingkat yang tertakluk di bawah hakmilik strata.

SOALAN 2: Kenapa perlunya JMB?
JAWAPAN 2: Penubuhan JMB adalah perlu selaras dengan Akta 663 yang mewajibkan Pemaju untuk menubuhkannya sehingga hakmilik strata dikeluarkan dan Perbadanan Pengurusan ditubuhkan.

SOALAN 3: Bilakah Penubuhan JMB dikuatkuasakan?
JAWAPAN 3: Bagi pangsapuri yang telah menerima kunci kediaman dan belum menerima hakmilik strata, pemaju hendaklah menubuhkan JMB dalam tempoh 12 bulan dari 12 April 2007 atau dari tarikh mengambil kunci rumah kediaman.

SOALAN 4: Apakah Tanggungjawab dan kuasa JMB?
JAWAPAN 4: Tanggungjawab dan kuasa JMB adalah mematuhi notis PBT, menyenggara harta bersama, mendaftarkan JMB, menentukan dan mengenakan caj penyenggaraan, memastikan Kumpulan Wang Penyenggaraan Bangunan diaudit, mentadbir Kumpulan Wang Penyenggaraan Bangunan, menguatkuasa kaedah dalaman (House Rules), mengadakan Mesyuarat Agung Tahunan dan Luar Biasa, menginsuranskan bangunan, menyediakan dan menyenggara daftar pembeli, lain-lain perkara yang berkaitan penyenggaraan bangunan dan menyenggara Singking Fund.

SOALAN 5: Siapakah Ahli-ahli JMB dan berapakah bilangan ahli-ahlinya?
JAWAPAN 5: Ahli-ahli JMB atau dikenali sebagai Jawatankuasa Pengurusan Bersama (JMC) terdiri daripada Pembeli dan Pemaju. Bilangan Pembeli mestilah tidak kurang dari 5 orang dan tidak lebih daripada 12 orang. Senarai ahli JMC ialah Pengerusi, Setiausaha, Bendahari, Ahli Jawatankuasa sementara 1 wakil dari Pemaju.

SOALAN 6: Berapa lama tempoh jawatan tersebut?
JAWAPAN 6: Ahli JMC memegang jawatan tidak melebihi 3 tahun atau sehingga pembubaran JMB.

SOALAN 7: Bagaimana Ahli JMC dipilih?
JAWAPAN 7: Perlantikan ahli JMC diadakan pada Mesyuarat Pertama secara undian tangan. Urusan mengadakan mesyuarat tersebut akan dikendalikan oleh Pemaju dengan memberi notis bertulis 14 hari kepada Pemilik Petak/Penduduk dari tarikh mesyuarat yang dijangka akan diadakan.

SOALAN 8: Siapakah yang layak mengundi?
JAWAPAN 8: Pemilik Petak/Penduduk yang tidak mempunyai tunggakan sahaja layak untuk mengundi.

SOALAN 9: Bagaimana pula dengan penduduk yang mempunyai tunggakan?
JAWAPAH 9: Penduduk yang mempunyai tunggakan boleh hadir ke mesyuarat tersebut tetapi mereka tidak boleh mengundi.

SOALAN 10: Bagaimana jika Pemilik Petak/Penduduk tidak hadir ke mesyuarat tersebut walaupun layak untuk mengundi?
JAWAPAN 10: Pemilik Petak/Penduduk tersebut boleh mewakilkan kepada orang lain dengan mengisi Borang Proxy dan menghantar borang tersebut kepada Pemaju dalam tempoh 7 hari sebelum tarikh mesyuarat diadakan.

SOALAN 11: Bagaimana jika ada persamaan undi bagi sesuatu resolusi/perkara?
JAWAPAN 11: Pengerusi yang baru dipilih pada mesyuarat tersebut akan membuat keputusan bagi persamaan undi tersebut.

SOALAN 12: Apakah kuorum bagi mengadakan Mesyuarat Agung JMB?
JAWAPAN 12: Kuorum bagi mengadakan mesyuarat Agung JMB ialah ¼ daripada pembeli yang berhak mengundi.

SOALAN 13: Bagaimana jika kuorum masih tidak mencukupi?
JAWAPAN 13: Jika dalam masa ½ jam, kuorum masih tidak mencukupi, Pemilik Petak/Penduduk yang hadir berhak untuk membentuk suatu kuorum.

SOALAN 14: Bagaimana jika tiada pemilik petak/penduduk yang hadir atau tiada yang ingin menganggotai JMC?
JAWAPAN 14: Jika selepas 1 jam tiada yang hadir atau tiada yang ingin menganggotai JMC, pemaju akan memaklumkan kepada Pesuruhjaya Bangunan secara bertulis dalam tempoh 7 hari dari tarikh mesyuarat telah diadakan. Pesuruhjaya Bangunan akan memaklumkan sama ada untuk menetapkan semula tarikh mesyuarat yang baru atau melantik ejen pengurusan bagi mentadbir dan menyenggara bangunan tersebut.

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