Last week, I had an insightful conversation with my friends about financial planning. I remembered a story that my friend shared with us. His friend’s mother-in-law had bought an insurance policy seven years ago but hadn’t heard much from her advisor ever since. Recently, she was thrilled to learn that her policy had returned 40%…
We’ve all been raised to believe that as long as we have a stable job, we’re safe. This mindset is especially true for seasoned professionals—after many years in the workforce, I have seen firsthand how job security has been considered a foundation of stability. But here’s the thing: job security is no longer what it…
Have you ever felt stuck in a job, watching the news of layoffs and wondering, “Could I be next?” In today’s volatile job market, it’s a question more professionals are asking themselves. Whether you’re an experienced manager or have spent years as an individual contributor, the thought of job insecurity can be unsettling. I know…
Over the 8 months in my career break, I am slowly discovering a “superpower” that I didn’t realise that I have. That’s the power to have meaningful money conversations with people, even with strangers. At the same time, I’m cognizant of the “limiter” that is preventing me from fully utilising my my “superpower” and that’s…
I recently came across a Singaporean movie, Wonderland that was highly recommended by Mr Brown on his Facebook post. I watched the movie last week and walked away with lots of thoughts about the story in the movie. Spoiler alert! If you intend to watch this movie, I suggest that you stop reading this post…
What Resonated with Me The emphasis on simplicity and the importance of creating a flexible financial plan that can adapt to life’s uncertainties resonates with me. The concept of asking “Why is money important to me?” to uncover deeper values and motivations is particularly insightful. I appreciate the practical advice on setting realistic financial goals,…