On the afternoon of October 11, 2024, TDTU INSPiRE Library successfully held an author talk program in collaboration with Saigon Books, with the theme “Live Proactively – The Journey to Take Control of Your Life”. This event was part of the series "Supporting Freshmen" for the 2024-2025 academic year. The program attracted over 300 students who participated in person at the 10F Hall. Additionally, nearly 200 students from TDTU’s Nha Trang Campus joined the event through a livestream.
Dr. Nguyen Tuan Quynh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Saigon Books and the event’s speaker, shared invaluable lessons drawn from his extensive experience in academia, business, and management. His stories about personal development provided students with valuable insights into essential soft skills, including overcoming adversity in life, distinguishing between opportunities and challenges, crafting impactful résumés, understanding employers' perspectives, effective reading techniques, and time management strategies. Dr. Quynh’s inspiring and motivational talk encouraged students to persevere in the face of challenges, stay focused on their goals, and lead proactive lives. A highlight of the program was an engaging minigame where students answered questions related to the content of Live Proactively, a book authored by Dr. Nguyen Tuan Quynh.
The minigame not only allowed students to revisit key lessons from the talk but also sparked deeper interest in the book. The students who answered the questions most accurately and quickly were awarded copies of Live Proactively, a gift symbolizing the program's inspiring message, helping students continue their journey of self-improvement and mastery of life. Before the event concluded, students had the opportunity to have their books personally signed by Dr. Nguyen Tuan Quynh.
Through this talk, students not only gained insights from a successful leader but also gained a multidimensional perspective on employers' expectations of job candidates and how to take control of their lives. These invaluable takeaways have equipped students with the necessary tools to better prepare for entering the competitive job market—by building detailed study plans and honing the skills required to adapt to the modern workplace.
The program not only provided a powerful source of inspiration but also gave students the chance to reflect on themselves, thereby fostering a sense of self-directed learning, personal growth, and proactive future planning. With the knowledge and experience gained from this event, students will be better equipped to master their own lives, confidently face the challenges ahead, and achieve success in their careers.
Here are some images from the event:
