Clash of Champions - Sharing Session with Smart Kids

Introduction

• Panelists: Sandy, Sakira, Saviera
• Discussion based on participation in Clash of Champions (COC)
• Audience Q&A about their intelligence, schooling, and life experiences

Key Themes and Points

Concerns and Aspirations

• Common Concerns: Future career prospects, job market, pressures of maintaining academic excellence
• Educational Advantage: Participation in international programs and emphasis on education from a young age
• Parental Influence: Strong parental support focusing on education rather than material inheritance

Life Experiences and Background

• Saviera: Parents prioritized education from an early age; installs the idea that education is a lasting inheritance.
• Sakira: Parents are both doctors; exposure to the medical field from an early age influenced her career choice.
• Sandy: Participated in mathematics Olympiads from an early age; parental investment in his education.

Academic Achievements and Backgrounds

• Saviera: Double major in Computer Science and Business Tech Management; received multiple scholarships and merit awards.
• Sakira: Studied in a specialized high school for sciences; experienced difficulties adapting but found support in family.
• Sandy: Represented Indonesia in international math Olympiads and has received numerous scholarships.

Challenges Faced

• Cultural and Social Challenges: Adapting to new environments, facing stereotypes and discrimination (Saviera in Korea)
• Academic Pressure: Balancing intense study schedules with personal well-being (Sandy during pandemic)
• Mental Health: Coping with stress and high expectations from others

Participation in Clash of Champions

• Selection Process: Personal invitations via LinkedIn; involving selection tests
• Game Format: Mixed challenges involving memory, academic knowledge, and mental agility
• No Prior Clues: Contestants are not given any hints about the challenges beforehand
• Pressure of Performance: The pressure is not only to perform well but also to handle the stress and visibility on a public platform

Motivations and Positive Affirmations

• Raising Awareness: Educating people on the broad spectrum of what education can achieve
• Parental Pride: Making their parents proud through achievements
• Personal Goals: Seeking to accomplish personal milestones and gain experiences
• Positive Mindset: Embracing challenges with a positive outlook and maintaining balance between efforts and outcomes

Supporting Each Other

• Peer Support: Encouraging and supporting fellow contestants, especially when faced with online criticism
• Crew Support: The support structure provided by the show’s crew helps maintain contestant’s well-being

Final Thoughts and Reflections

• Importance of Education: Education is not just about academic learning but also about personal growth and skill development
• Handling Failures: Viewing failures as learning opportunities
• Future Aspirations: Contestants express concerns but also maintain a hopeful outlook towards their futures
• Public Perception: Being prepared for public scrutiny and maintaining positive vibes

Motivational Quotes and Takeaways

• Key Quotes: “The successful person is not the smart one, but the diligent one.”
• Takeaway: Maintain diligence and positivity towards achieving life goals

Conclusion

• Appreciation for support and encouragement from family, peers, and show crew
• Looking forward to future episodes and continued positive engagement from the public