Ever fantasise about quitting the 9-to-5 daily grind? We sit down with Ashok Samuel - an ex GIC Head of Private Equity Risk who actually took the plunge and retired early. After doing the grind for over 30 years to climb the corporate ladder at his firm, Ashok realised the never-ending rat race just wasn't for him. Hear his open and honest story about hitting that wall, embracing a totally different lifestyle, and carefully mapping out life after exiting the finance world. From wrestling with feelings of anger and denial, to redefining what "success" really means to him - Ashok doesn't hold back about the tough challenges and mindset shifts required to retire with purpose. So how did Ashok and his wife smooth out their "remerging" as empty-nesters? And what surprising twists, unexpected joys and detours has he discovered beyond the office grind? This refreshingly candid chat is a must-listen for anyone daydreaming about downshifting from the corporate hustle. Ashok's hard-earned insights may just inspire you to rethink your "one life to live" philosophy. You might be surprised by what you hear! — Welcome to The Financial Coconut, your source for empowering financial knowledge and unlocking possibilities. Join us as we explore personal finance, investing and more. Get ready to take control of your financial future and live your best life, financially wise: https://linkin.bio/thefinancialcoconut [Podcast, Vodcast] Spotify: https://rebrand.ly/TFC-spotify Apple Podcast: https://rebrand.ly/TFC-applepodcast YouTube: https://rebrand.ly/TFC-youtube [Connect with us] Instagram: https://rebrand.ly/TFC-instagram Whatsapp: https://rebrand.ly/TFC-Whatsapp-channel Newsletter: https://rebrand.ly/TFC-Newsletter Disclaimer: The content discussed in this episode is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. The information provided is based on our understanding at the time of recording and may not reflect the current regulations or market conditions. The opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily represent those of The Financial Coconut. Please do your due diligence before making any investment or financial decisions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.