28.03.2020 | Day 11 #MCO #PKP

Day 11 #MCO #PKP

MCO Period : 18.03.2020 – 31.03.2020

Day 11:
• Seeing more fake news were spread out there.
• Seeing more clarifications on #PRIHATIN were shared / circulated around.
• Worrying how quickly and crazily Covid-19 is spreading in Europe and USA...
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— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 28, 2020

On the bright side...
• Caught some interesting insights from 'Straight Talk' feature topic on 'How Entrepreneurs Benefit from (the RM250 billion Stimulus Package)' - on Entrepreneur Insights' FB page#StayHome #DudukRumah #MovementControlOrder #PerintahKawalanPergerakan
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— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 28, 2020

Twitter celebrates 11 years. Coincidentally today is Day 11 of MCO in Malaysia too!

Nice graphic! Thank you @Twitter! #MyTwitterAnniversary #StayHome #MovementControlOrder #Malaysia pic.twitter.com/KmrNdcBSsz

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 29, 2020

#COVID19malaysia #MCO #PKP

27.03.2020 | Day 10 #MCO #PKP

Day 10 #MCO #PKP

MCO Period : 18.03.2020 – 31.03.2020

Day 10
PM announced the 'Pakej Rangsangan Ekonomi Prihatin Rakyat' as stimulus package for all Malaysians from all walks of life, worth RM250bil. Seems exorbitant but definitely plausible to help the people & hence the overall national economy.#PRIHATIN #COVID19malaysia
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— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 27, 2020

Our Finance Minister couldn't get this wrong since he's from a top reputable bank! Now, about source of the monies - will the country be in trouble after all these?

Waiting for the analysts to explain further in next couple of days...

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— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 27, 2020

And finally, the introduction #makcikkiah in his analogy of a typical household, was a nice touch within the PM's speech to be closer to the rakyat.

Now, we wait and see. And time to make claims from #PRIHATIN#StayHome #DudukRumah

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 27, 2020

While being a great initiative, I'm hoping for regulated use of data collected.#COVID19malaysia

At the end of this outbreak, I also hope the same app can be morphed into the common app for all Malaysians...
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— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 27, 2020

Like the app to store our ID, drivers license, med records etc that we can pull out anytime for the authorities. To make payments commonly irregardless of e-wallet providers. To check outstanding bills, loans, etc.. A nationwide directory! And more! No wastage!#justsaying
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— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 27, 2020

A great tribute video (by @ODNMalaysia) to our frontline personnel during these difficult times... Salute & #staysafe to all of you out there! 🖖🏾 Let's pray & hope things will be for the better come 15 April.https://t.co/nsnLEYctL9

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 27, 2020

#COVID19malaysia #MCO #PKP

26.03.2020 | Day 9 #MCO #PKP

Day 9 #MCO #PKP

MCO Period : 18.03.2020 – 31.03.2020

Day 9:
Busy day with webinars and work, for once! 😀
Irritations of the day - further spike in the 'curve', more fake news were disseminated online & them #MontKiara defiants fr health freaks to casual roaming#StayHome #DudukRumah #MovementControlOrder #PerintahKawalanPergerakan

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 26, 2020

#COVID19malaysia #MCO #PKP

25.03.2020 | Day 8 #MCO #PKP

Day 8 #MCO #PKP

MCO Period : 18.03.2020 – 31.03.2020

Day 8:
The #MovementControlOrder #RestrictedMovementOrder #PerintahKawalanPergerakan has been extended until 14 April.
That's about a whole month of very limited economic activities! Big impact for corporate & biz owners.
Well, the situation out there isnt looking any better yet https://t.co/PBcYdXTBi7

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 25, 2020

Let's not blame anyone or discriminate them (sick or otherwise), let's all do our part to #StayAtHome #DudukRumah first

I sincerely pray 🙏🏽 the nation's curve flattens soon, so most businesses can return to normal order & to ensure majority of Malaysians can return to their jobs

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 25, 2020

Day 8 encore:
Today's National Police Day.
Thank you @PDRMsia for maintaining the #MovementControlOrder #RestrictedMovementOrder #PerintahKawalanPergerakanw https://t.co/5x9X3ryq6i

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 25, 2020

What I've observed fr my years in other countries is that if u need to get your messages across to the people, announce them on the move, over the loud hailer, and in local languages/dialects!#StayHome #DudukRumah https://t.co/BkteC4uSS5

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 25, 2020

-much like the old days of recycling vans/ roti man blaring away!
-it's a great rural marketing tactic!
-not everyone has soc-med & internet/news is too overwhelming these days!

I do see @KKMPutrajaya vans deployed for (mosquito) fogging announcements. So why not extend to this?

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 25, 2020

#COVID19malaysia #MCO #PKP

24.03.2020 | Day 7 #MCO #PKP

Day 7 #MCO #PKP

MCO Period : 18.03.2020 – 31.03.2020

Day 7.
Watching in front of my eyes (in residential neighborhood) a gathering of 6-10 ppl, purportedly helping out on food bank initiative. Only saw less than 10 ppl collected food since morning. Other times, the "helpers" are just sitting around, chit chatting and smoking

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— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 24, 2020

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(& throwing butts onto the grassland = littering). Is this "gathering" at the Rukun Tetangga hut even necessary with such low traffic of recipients? Perhaps one or two persons manning the station is enough? Doing good is 1 thing. Being safe is another & should go together.

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 24, 2020

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I saw the police came, took a few photos, chat with the "supposedly powerful & in charge" man with a name tag, and left. I don't get it. Am I missing something...
🤷🏾‍♂️🤔 #KitaJagaKita #MovementControlOrder #PerintahKawalanPergerakan #COVID19malaysia #StayHome #DudukRumah

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 24, 2020

My points are:
1) why the unnecessary gathering when nothing's happening?
2) if there are high volume of claimants to the food provisions, then will nearby residents be in danger of unnecessary exposure?
3) why in residential neighborhood and not in commercial area (just nearby)?

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 24, 2020

Being vigilant and discipline on personal hygiene is very important. Be sure to continuously wear a mask, practice social distancing and wash/sanitise your hands often!

A good read.

"You should assume that any time you touch such items in a public space, you may also get in touch with the virus."https://t.co/hqU5W5U7PI

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 24, 2020

The confusing deal with vehicle road tax and driver’s license expiry…

A U-turn but welcomed news.
However, I noticed most local media hv clickbait headlines w just "no need renew license during MCO period" but failing to mention the crucial MUST for the motor insurance to remain active. I bet many will MISS that important bit!#MovementControlOrder https://t.co/42WBkKvABs

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 24, 2020

Point 3 in media release.

3. Walaupun dengan adanya pengecualian khas ini, para pemandu dinasihatkan supaya membawa salinan sijil perlindungan atau e-cover note insurans ketika
memandu sepanjang tempoh PKP. Ini bermakna, sesiapa yang mempunyai lesen memandu yang sudah luput...

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 24, 2020

...masih boleh menggunakan kenderaan masing-masing
dengan syarat kenderaan tersebut wajib memiliki perlindungan Insurans yang sah...

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 24, 2020

Point 7 in media release as an reiteration:

7. Sekali lagi diingatkan, seperti ketetapan undang-undang, semua pemilik kenderaan perdagangan dan pemillk kenderaan persendirian hendaklah memastikan kenderaan mereka mempunyai perlindungan Insurans yang sah sepanjang tempoh PKP ini.

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 24, 2020

#COVID19malaysia #MCO #PKP

23.03.2020 | Day 6 #MCO #PKP

Day 6 #MCO #PKP

MCO Period : 18.03.2020 – 31.03.2020

A rather unusually quiet day with little serious news of interest on Day 6 of the MCO. Only sad to learn that there have been 14 deaths recorded, succumbing to COVID-19.

Day 6.
A quiet day humoured by contradictory statements frm officials that one cannot be blamed for all the confusions. Also, many facts that werent mentioned before hv become regulations. 🤔
And culminates with a sad closure for the day. #COVID19malaysia #StayHome #DudukRumah https://t.co/TvmkkjsKct

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 23, 2020

Some Work From Home #WFH tips from INC.

Are you and your partner both working at home? Here's how to stay sane (and even have a little fun) @MindaZetlin https://t.co/lmOP5bGoQA

— Inc. (@Inc) March 23, 2020

Link to article from INC - Are You and Your Partner or Spouse Both Working at Home? Here's How to Stay Sane. : A few simple changes can make a big difference to your work life and your relationship.

Our National Library is now providing over 13 million digital reading materials for free to Malaysians. These should get you off the boredom of staying at home. But with the rise of digital video and video streaming services, will Malaysians choose to read?

Feeling bored at home? Try reading! @pnm_rasmi has opened up over 13 million digital reading materials for free to Malaysians, to help you get through the #COVID19 #MovementControlOrder.

Here’s what you need to do:
1. Simply access PNM’s website at https://t.co/TCHdxY1a0P pic.twitter.com/Dbfs7JAHmU

— Astro Radio News (@AstroRadioNews) March 23, 2020

2. Click ‘Register’ and fill in your details.
3. You will receive an ‘activation link’ in your registered e-mail address.
4. Check your e-mail and activate your account.
5. Download the PNM e-reader app and sign in. pic.twitter.com/YUJQCtRtUu

— Astro Radio News (@AstroRadioNews) March 23, 2020

6. Select a book that you would like to read.
7. If the book is not available to be borrowed, then click ‘reserve’

Now you’re all set to start reading! For more information: https://t.co/25tAnsKsrK #StayHome #StaySafe pic.twitter.com/xSPwW6lD0P

— Astro Radio News (@AstroRadioNews) March 23, 2020

I don't get point 7... They are digital books, yet can be unavailable and need to be reserved!? Quite hilarious I must say.

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 23, 2020

And with the rise of digital video and video streaming services, Internet bandwidth could be congested and spell slow connectivity for many. We should already expect to see rise in demand for data services from telco customers. Time to upgrade your home Internet plan?

Emerging markets face various challenges in internet connectivity, but Wi-Fi 6 could be the solution to that. #partnershipcontent https://t.co/rrMLjm8Dtu

— Tech in Asia (@techinasia) March 23, 2020

Link to article from Tech In Asia - A new Wi-Fi upgrade could improve connectivity in emerging markets

Impactful crowdsource site. Who says data isn't the new fuel?

Humans need Technology.
Technology needs Humans.
Impactful. https://t.co/EVf2mmvhnS

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 23, 2020

A low-tech site run by health experts collects reports of new diseases in real time. They've got a shoestring budget—and a stunning track record.
https://t.co/J6QQOJa5HM

— WIRED (@WIRED) March 23, 2020

Link to article from WIRED - How ProMED Crowdsourced the Arrival of Covid-19 and SARS

#COVID19malaysia #MCO #PKP

22.03.2020 | Day 5 #MCO #PKP

Day 5 #MCO #PKP

MCO Period : 18.03.2020 – 31.03.2020

It’s Day 5 and the stay at home notice is not resonating with many still. Yeah, it’s a little difficult to adjust to it but it’s something we all gotta do – and it’s just only for 2 weeks!

Day 5: People are still defiant. Why such idiocy still?

Also out of curiosity... why do the Malaysian Army personnel carry weapons? Maybe it’s part of the uniform? #justsaying #COVID19malaysia #MovementControlOrder #PerintahKawalanPergerakan #StayHome #StayAtHome #DudukRumah https://t.co/iyLn5mA9Uj

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 22, 2020

I’m guessing the ‘stay at home’ and ‘work from home’ is a new normal for many and home is a place for living, for families and also for unwind after a hard day at work. Now, we are fusing work into our homes – much to the delight of many! How one balances the work and home is really up to the individual. There can be multiple distractions at home, untowards and untimely. Just got to make the best of it!

“Distracted is the nature of our work environment these days. But there are times when you may want to choose it.”

Very true. It’s brain attention state management these days! https://t.co/FvfBLVvru3

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 22, 2020

Instead of using traditional time management techniques, we need to manage our attention and workflow. https://t.co/V0gOvoxEoX

— Fast Company (@FastCompany) March 22, 2020

Read the article " How to tap into your brain’s 4 attention states to get more done" from Fast Company here.

On another note, I’m all for supporting local businesses but the local businesses are not ready to provide the needed services. The switch to online has created chaos among them, many are forced to go online or go bust (since Malaysians are now “locked down” in the movement control order (MCO)). Are they ready? Will they persevere?

2 kopitiams, 1 bakery, 1 grocery shop, 1 barber. #COVID19malaysia https://t.co/BFsePDjSHn

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 22, 2020

It’s time for us all to do our parts. https://t.co/TwMSVkgqBu

— Fast Company (@FastCompany) March 22, 2020

Read the article " How to help local businesses crushed by coronavirus: 4 things you can do right now" from Fast Company here.

Many infographics are being produced lately to deliver reports on current COVID-19 status in each country. We may be smart and vigilant in reading data visuals (or are we not?) but we should also question the producer of the infographics – do they know what is the story they want to tell with data?

Be smart and vigilant in reading visual data.
I like logical and direct ones. https://t.co/uEKoVppEUf

— Gary Koe (@garykoe) March 22, 2020

Here’s how to become conversant in the language of data visualization. https://t.co/bX0cWae7fY

— Fast Company (@FastCompany) March 22, 2020

Read the article " A complete guide to coronavirus charts: Be informed, not terrified" from Fast Company here.

#COVID19malaysia #MCO #PKP