Anggriawan Sugianto

When you try your best but you don't succeed
When you get what you want but not what you need
When you feel so tired but you can't sleep
Stuck in reverse.

And the tears come streaming down your face
When you lose something you can't replace
When you love someone but it goes to waste
Could it be worse?

Lights will guide you home
And ignite your bones
And I will try to fix you

And high up above or down below
When you're too in love to let it go
But if you never try you'll never know
Just what you're worth

Lights will guide you home
And ignite your bones
And I will try to fix you

Tears stream, down on your face
When you lose something you cannot replace
Tears stream down your face
And I..

Tears stream, down on your face
I promise you I will learn from my mistakes
Tears stream down your face
And I..

Lights will guide you home
And ignite your bones
And I will try to fix you.

God will make a way
Where there seems to be no way
He works in ways we can not see
He will make a way for me

He will be my guide
Hold me closely to His side
With love and strength for each new day
He will make a way, He will make a way

By a roadway in the wilderness, He'll lead me
And rivers in the desert will I see
Heaven and earth will fade
But His Word will still remain
He will do something new today

God will make a way
Where there seems to be no way
He works in ways we can not see
He will make a way for me

He will be my guide
Hold me closely to His side
With love and strength for each new day
He will make a way, He will make a way

Lately, a particular song has been resonating in my mind. I can't quite explain why, but I feel compelled to share its message. It's a reminder that God's love knows no bounds, and that His presence is always with us, guiding and comforting us through life's journey. 

The music and lyrics of this song are truly beautiful, and I hope that by listening to it, you too can experience the same sense of peace and reassurance that I do. It's worth noting that this song is inspired by a remarkable real-life story, adding even more depth and significance to its message.

During the recent PMK ITB retreat, Pak Forest Jieprang (alumnus of ITB's Civil Engineering, 1988) shared insights on "Leadership".

Photo by Anastasia Petrova

Leadership = 2C + 4E = Competency, Character, Energy, Energize, Edge, Execution

Competency

• Path-finding: setting vision, mission, sensing direction, and crafting strategy
• Aligning: ensuring alignment vertically and horizontally
• Empowering: delegating tasks and empowering others by entrusting responsibilities
• Modeling: leading by example and upholding integrity

Character

• To Live: thriving amidst challenges
• To Love: finding passion in your work
• To Learn: continuously seeking knowledge
• To Leave A Legacy: preparing a legacy of leadership or a system of work

Energy: Maintaining enthusiasm

Energize: Encouraging others

Edge: Making tough decisions in challenging situations

Execution: Implementing your vision, mission, direction, and strategy

Leadership is a multifaceted journey, encompassing competency, character, energy, and execution. By embracing these principles, one can navigate the complexities of leadership with clarity, integrity, and effectiveness. 

Remember, true leadership is not just about leading; it's about inspiring others to reach their full potential and leaving a lasting impact.

"Why blogging?" This question crossed my mind before starting this blog. Was it just following a trend? Hopefully not.

Photo by lilartsy

In truth, I created this blog because I wanted to learn about blogging. Recursively. Essentially, I wanted to explore conveying my thoughts through writing.

Many say that writing isn't easy, but just as many claim that it is. So, instead of abstaining, I decided to give writing a try. Eventually, I'll be able to join the conversation on whether writing is easy or not.

That's all.. so, hello world! 😼