How to Take Over the World Lee Kuan Yew (Video Version)
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Nov 9, 2025 Discover how Lee Kuan Yew transformed Singapore from a struggling port into a global powerhouse. Explore his early life, shaped by the Japanese occupation, which influenced his drive for self-reliance. Uncover the tough decisions he made during governance, including purging communists and negotiating Singapore's independence. Delve into his pragmatic approach to economics, combining market growth with social safety nets. Learn how he built a world-class city through urban design, infrastructure, and strict anti-corruption measures.
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Vision, Competence, Grit
- Lee Kuan Yew's leadership rests on three pillars: vision, competence, and grit.
- He articulated staged visions and executed them with a competent team and persistence.
Privileged Origins And Early Loss
- Lee Kuan Yew was born in 1923 into an upper-middle-class Chinese family in Singapore.
- His family lost much of their wealth in the Great Depression but remained socially prominent.
War Shattered Colonial Legitimacy
- British collapse in WWII shattered assumptions of white supremacy for Lee Kuan Yew.
- That loss convinced him Singaporeans must control their own destiny.
