After CEO Unplugged-Intrapreneurship at NUS Entrepreneurship Week

Is Intrapreneurship an oxymoron? Can one apply entrepreneurial skills within the confines of a large organization? CEO Unplugged allowed us to gain an insight into the minds of Mr Michael Yap (Deputy CEO, MDA), Mr Richard Eu (Group CEO, Eu Yan Sang International Ltd) and moderator Prof Wong Poh Kam (NUS and BAF Spectrum) and hear their thoughts on intrapreneurship. Read more

Intrapreneurship in an Asian context. Possibility or Myth?

Intrapreneurship refers to the creation of an innovative enterprise within an organization. Is it really possible in Asia, given the cultural factors such as hierarchy and adhering to the viewpoint of the collective community? Our resident contributor, Brian Ling aka Design Translator examines what the Asian viewpoint of intrapreneurship and offers some tips on how to become one in our fast paced changing Asian economy. Read more

Singapore should consider Intrapreneurship rather than Entrepreneurship

Unlike other governments, the Singapore Government has been a strong advocate of entrepreneurship. From fundraising to assistance to small-medium enterprises, they have done a significant amount in promoting and encouraging entrepreneurship. However, both the risk-adverse culture and the critical mass are barriers for such a culture to occur. These crucial factors made Singapore a better candidate for intrapreneurship rather than entrepreneurship. This article argues why Singapore is better for intrapreneurship rather than entrepreneurship and makes a bold suggestion to the civil service and government-linked companies since they are the major employers for most Singaporeans. Read more