Why Relying on Job Security is a Fallacy and How to Build True Security
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Why Relying on Job Security is a Fallacy and How to Build True Security

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…

Navigating Job Insecurity with a Financial Plan That Paves the Way to Early Retirement
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Navigating Job Insecurity with a Financial Plan That Paves the Way to Early Retirement

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…

Wonderland Reflections: Why Singaporeans Don’t Talk about Their Sacrifices and the Fear of Dying Alone
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Wonderland Reflections: Why Singaporeans Don’t Talk about Their Sacrifices and the Fear of Dying Alone

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…

Life Updates: How to Learn Better and How I Monetised My Low-Value Hours
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Life Updates: How to Learn Better and How I Monetised My Low-Value Hours

It has been 6 months since I embarked on my career break to take the opportunity to reassess my life, priorities, and how I value time. Initially, I hoped to recharge and explore new interests, but I also went through a period of immense personal growth and discovery. It was also very enjoyable to have…

No. 1 Reason Stopping You from Taking a Career Break
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No. 1 Reason Stopping You from Taking a Career Break

After returning from a month-long trip from China, my morning routines have returned to the norm–going for morning walks followed by a 1-hour breakfasts and spending some time reading a book. I probably read more books this year, compared to the 2 years combined (and that’s not many books). These books offered me fresh perspectives…

Achieving Financial Happiness: Insights from ‘The Geometry of Wealth’
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Achieving Financial Happiness: Insights from ‘The Geometry of Wealth’

In my earlier article, I wrote about how I view “bullshit” jobs and provided a view about whether it is worth working for the next 9 years just to save $354,471.39. As I continue my journey in exploring and experimenting to define what I want to do with my life, I’ve allocated a few hours…