Many tout the benefits of taking courses or upskilling yourself, but is it really worth it? And how can you go about doing so? In this episode, Junus speaks with Christopher Ng to find out more. You can learn more about Chris How here: retireby50.me Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email [email protected], or through Junus Eu's instagram @missfitfi. The Building Financial Fitness Podcast is an original production from Mediacorp. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

While working hard at your job is often praised and respected, many people often take it too far and end up getting burnt out. So how should we balance our work and self-care? And at what point does self-care become too much? In this episode, Junus speaks with Andrew Sng, Managing Director at DPI Asia, to find out more. You can learn more about Andrew Sng here: https://sg.linkedin.com/in/andrew-sng-a861864 Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email...

While many stay motivated and hustle towards their goals, sometimes it is also good to take a step back and reevaluate your own motivations, i.e. take a career break. But how should one go about doing so? And how can you stay disciplined while not working a regular job? In this episode, Junus speaks with Christopher Ng to find out more. You can learn more about Chris How here: retireby50.me Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email [email protected], or through...

It probably comes at no surprise that not all jobs are equal, be it in terms of pay, benefits, or how much value they provide. But what should you do if you find yourself working at a relatively unproductive job? How would you even go about identifying such "bullsh*t" jobs in the first place? And are they even really that bad to begin with? In this episode, Junus speaks with Christopher Ng to find out more. You can learn more about Christopher Ng...

We all know what it means to be a successful entrepreneur - hustling, grinding, continually pushing for opportunities, etc - but what does it mean to adopt an entrepreneurial mindset; all the more so even while you're an employee?  In this episode, Junus speaks with Andrew Sng, Managing Director at DPI Asia, to find out more. You can learn more about Andrew Sng here: https://sg.linkedin.com/in/andrew-sng-a861864 Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email...

Given that you had a chance to reset your life, how would you go about it the second time around? Would you prioritize travel or experiences, or would you hunker down to maximize income? And what sort of skills would you look to acquire? In this episode, Junus speaks with Christopher Ng to find out more. You can learn more about Christopher Ng here: sg.linkedin.com/in/christopher-ng-wai-chung-74400a14 ERM Intro Course Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email...

Discussions on personal finance are crucial but are often incredibly sensitive topics to touch on, especially when you're in a committed relationship. So how should you go about bringing it up in a productive manner? And what should you be looking to discuss? In this episode of the Building Financial Fitness Podcast, Junus speaks with Sakura Seet, Co-Founder of Perfingo, to find out more. You can learn more about Perfingo here: https://www.perfingo.com/ Want to get in touch? You can reach...

With the wave of layoffs continuing into 2024, how should people manage their time and their careers? Should they immediately jump onto the next available job, or hold out for something more tailored to their own experience and salary expectations? In this episode, Junus speaks with Aki Taha, Co-Founder of TalentStories, to find out more. You can learn more about Aki here: https://sg.linkedin.com/in/akitaha/ja?trk=organization_guest_main-feed-card_reshare_feed-actor-name You can learn...

Research on spending reveals that younger working women tend to spend on fashion and skincare, while older working women tend to spend on their family. But should there perhaps be a greater need for women to address their own healthcare needs? In this episode, Junus speaks with Priscilla Angriawan, Co-Founder of Heyva Health, to discuss more. You can learn more about Heyva Health at: https://www.heyva.health/ Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email...

With the growing prominence of computer science, it is no surprise that many have taken an interest in quantitative trading as a means of growing their wealth. But what exactly does it entail? How proficient do you have to be at coding to enter this field? And where should you even start to begin with? In this episode, Junus speaks with Josh Lenoch and Dr. Thomas Starke, to discuss more. You can learn more about AAA Quant at: https://www.youtube.com/@scienceofsmile Want to get in touch?...

While budgeting is often private to individuals or households, a new trend called "Loud Budgeting" has emerged to break the mold. But is sharing your budgeting goals and being vocal about it actually beneficial?  In this episode of the Building Financial Fitness Podcast, Junus speaks with Sakura Seet, Co-Founder of Perfingo, to find out more. You can learn more about Perfingo here: https://www.perfingo.com/ Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email...

Given the rise of work-related trends such as lazy girl jobs, side hustle culture, or quiet quitting, is it time for us to re-consider how we view moonlighting? If so, what kind of company culture might facilitate this? And how can employees or employers best leverage this to adapt to more modern workplace practices? In this episode, Junus speaks with Aki Taha, Co-Founder of TalentStories, to find out more. You can learn more about Aki...

While we usually expect entrepreneurship to be reserved for the young and ambitious, could it actually be a viable path for those who are older? Especially considering how tough the job market can be for elder individuals? What kinds of advantages would they have? And what kind of risks would they have to take?  In this episode, Junus speaks with David Ward, Founder of The Greypreneur, to discuss more. You can learn more about today's guest at: linkedin.com/in/davidwardfpl Want to get in...

For many working women out there, juggling responsibilities at work and at home is already incredibly challenging, leading to many to neglect their own health and well-being. But why does this come about? And how costly is it do so? In this episode, Junus speaks with Priscilla Angriawan, Co-Founder of Heyva Health, to discuss more. You can learn more about Heyva Health at: https://www.heyva.health/ Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email [email protected], or...

While many of us understand the need and importance of upskilling to remain relevant, how could we actually go about doing so? And what areas are the most relevant for today's or tomorrow's job market? Is a traditional degree still required? Or can you get by learning by yourself online? In this episode, Junus speaks with Josh Lenoch, to discuss more. You can learn more about today's guest at: linkedin.com/in/josh-lenoch Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email...

With the advancement of medicine leading to longer lifespans in general, it is getting increasingly difficult to ignore the challenges of the elderly, particularly within the workforce. But how bad is it really? Does your age impact your ability to get a promotion or career opportunities, or would you be frozen out completely? And what could you turn to then? In this episode, Junus speaks with David Ward, Founder of The Greypreneur, to discuss more. You can learn more about today's guest...

Recessionary fears and inflation took hold over 2023, but will it continue into 2024? What signals could you look at to tell how the economy is going? And what potential industries could do well? In this episode, Junus speaks with returning guest Yongjin Kim, co-founder of Presto Labs, to discuss more. You can learn more about today's guest here. Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email [email protected], or through Junus Eu's instagram @missfitfi. The Building...

Each and every financial decision we make - be it good or bad, big or small - is tied intrinsically in some way to our inner desires and motivations. But what exactly are these desires? And how do they drive us to spend or invest the way we do?  In this episode, Junus speaks with Dr. Michael Choy,  to find out more. You can learn more about Dr. Choy here: linkedin.com/in/michael-choy You can find The DELETE Approach book...

While it is common to hear stories of the elderly falling victims to scams, far less people talk about the other potentially vulnerable group, the youth. But how exactly do they fall prey to scams? And what can parents do to help prevent this? In this episode, Junus speaks with Daniel Liang, co-founder & CEO of Get, to find out more. You can learn more about Get here: useget.com Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email [email protected], or through Junus Eu's...

With the world rapidly changing, many are left to wonder what the future workforce would look like, and what kinds of skills would be considered essential. If the advancement of AI renders many technical skills obsolete, then would soft skills such as teamwork or conflict resolution become more important?  In this episode, Junus speaks with Dr. Michael Choy,  to find out more. You can learn more about Dr. Choy here: linkedin.com/in/michael-choy Want to get in touch? You can reach out to...

We've heard of horror stories of children overspending on their parent's credit cards, but could it actually be good financial practice instead? What if they were able to budget, plan, and invest from a young age? Would this help to foster financial literacy among the youth? In this episode, Junus speaks with Daniel Liang, co-founder & CEO of Get, to find out more. You can learn more about Get here: useget.com Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email...

Most of us are familiar with the concepts of diversification or dollar-cost averaging, but what about keeping disciplined with stop-loss and profit-taking, or know your potential loss or investment horizon? Essentially, what should retail investors consider before making an investment? In this episode, Junus speaks with Laurent Lequeu, to find out more. You can learn more about Laurent Lequeu here: linkedin.com/in/laurent-lequeu twitter.com/LLequeu Want to get in touch? You can reach out...

While many practice and preach sound financial advice such as doing your proper due diligence or diversifying your investments, there are others who shun this approach completely; leading to disastrous results such as losing 60k with the click on a button, or losing their entire life savings overnight. But what is behind such behavior? And how can we best avoid it? In this episode, Junus discusses this with producer Danny to figure out more. Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us...

We've all heard of the investment adage of "buy low, sell high", but how easy is it to commit in practice? Would you be able to go against the flow of the market? What kind of approach should you take when adopting the mindset of a contrarian investor? In this episode, Junus speaks with Laurent Lequeu, to find out more. You can learn more about Laurent Lequeu here: linkedin.com/in/laurent-lequeu twitter.com/LLequeu Want to get in touch? You can reach out to us through the email...