IN SHORT

From hawker and street performer to porter at the prestigious Mandarin Oriental, and then through various posts in the hotel to finally become Executive Assistant Manager – Guest Relations, Danny Lai proves that hard work and a positive attitude go a long way in life. “Whatever comes along, you have to believe that you can solve it and you find a solution. Never give up,” he says, and adds: “If you don’t work, nobody’s going to help you. You’ve got to help yourself, yourself. And then, with your spare energy, you help others too.”