3 ways to be a better leader | Muhammad Wafiuddin Saipol Bahrin | TEDxUniversiti Brunei Darussalam

In a world racing toward innovation and change, one question stands out: how do we move forward without losing who we are? Leading Forward challenges the idea that progress requires leaving tradition behind. Instead, it shows how Brunei’s timeless values - trust, respect, teamwork, and amanah - are not only cultural foundations but also the blueprint for tomorrow’s leaders.

Through real-life experiences of navigating transformation, guiding people, and driving meaningful change, this talk reveals how tradition can be a source of strength rather than limitation. It demonstrates how the wisdom of our roots can spark innovation, how values can guide decisions, and how identity can anchor leaders in times of uncertainty.

At its heart, Leading Forward is more than a reflection - it is a call to action. A call for the next generation of leaders to rise with courage, adapt with resilience, and lead with vision—while remaining firmly rooted in the values that have always defined us. Muhammad Wafiuddin Bin Saipol Bahrin is a Contracts Engineer, mentor, and creative professional with over six years of experience in project management and digital transformation across IT, banking, telecommunications, and oil & gas. He began at Dynamik Technologies leading GLC projects and the Royal Regalia Audio Guide Project under MPRT, later contributing to 5G network implementation at Unified National Networks and Core Banking System upgrades at Perbadanan TAIB before joining Brunei LNG. Wafi mentors at UBD and is a musician, guitarist, and music producer. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx