Law is one of the most prestigious and traditional careers in Asia — but what happens when the dream job comes at a cost you didn’t expect?

We speak with *Lalitha Rajah* (former lawyer turned yoga teacher & mom of two) and *Iman Ibrahim* (former divorce lawyer, now a burnout coach).

🔹 What sacrifices lie behind the glamour of the profession?

🔹 Why do so many lawyers quietly walk away after years of hard work?

🔹 And what unexpected skills from law still shape their lives today?

If you’ve ever wondered whether the price of prestige is worth paying — tune in. This is an honest conversation you don’t want to miss.

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Can you break into cybersecurity without a tech degree? The answer might surprise you.

We unpack the myths, the must-have skills, and the real pathways into one of today’s hottest industries.

What you’ll hear:

• The many roles in cyber beyond coding
• The biggest hurdles for mid-career switchers
• The soft skills that matter most
• How AI is reshaping the field

With guests:

• James Lim, Co-founder of the Center for Cybersecurity Institute, who has trained hundreds of career switchers into cyber.
• Wee Suan Ng, from ST Engineering’s Cyber Business Division, who shares his own story of moving into cybersecurity from a non-tech background.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Could I really do this?” — this episode is for you.

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What happens when your career is soaring—but your body suddenly says stop?

We dive into two powerful stories of resilience and transformation.

What you’ll hear:

- The hidden signs one entrepreneur ignored until a major health crisis.

- How a banking professional took bold steps to reclaim his health.

- Why success means nothing if you don’t protect your well-being.

Guests:

- Howie Tan, Co-founder & CEO of Kintsugi Investing School – entrepreneur & investor, forced to rethink life after kidney failure.

- Bernard Sim, ESG Program Manager – banking professional, who transformed his health through drastic change.

Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation—it might just be the reminder you need to listen to your body before it’s too late.

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Tired of the 9-to-5 grind? What if you could design a career on your own terms—full of purpose, flexibility, and impact—without climbing the corporate ladder?

We dive into the quiet revolution reshaping Singapore’s work culture. Senior professionals are stepping off the traditional career path and into a new world of portfolio careers, fractional roles, and independent consulting—and it’s not just about freedom. It’s about value, expertise, and redefining success in the second half of your career.

We’re joined by two trailblazers who’ve lived this shift:

🔹 Moritz Kaffsack, Founder & CEO at Flexer; Founder of Portfolio Careers in Asia —a fast-growing community of 1,700+ senior independent professionals across APAC. He’s behind the groundbreaking Independent Workforce Study that’s turning heads in the business world.

🔹 Ratna Juita, Founder & CEO of The Mindgem, an Indonesian-born entrepreneur who’s built a thriving portfolio career in Singapore over 19 years—spanning leadership training, personal branding, coaching, and strategic consulting—all while reclaiming control over her time and life.

Discover:

✅ Why more companies are choosing fractional experts over full-time hires

✅ How top independents are earning up to $250,000 a year—and why they’re optimistic about doubling it

✅ The real trade-offs of going independent (spoiler: it’s not all flexibility and freedom)

✅ And the one skill no aspiring independent worker can afford to ignore

This isn’t just a trend—it’s a movement. And it might be your next career move.

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Feeling those mysterious aches creeping in? Wondering why your energy is zapped despite sitting all day?

We uncover how small, deliberate movements can transform your health—without you needing to live in the gym.

What you’ll discover:

- How your body can act as its own “medicine cabinet”

- Why those popular step-count goals might not be enough

- The surprising link between movement, inflammation, and longevity

- The truth about “exercise pills” and supplements

- Practical ways to sneak powerful movement into a busy corporate lifestyle

Special guest: Dr. Goh Jorming, Professor at the National University of Singapore’s Healthy Longevity Research Program and exercise physiology expert, shares science-backed tips that could change how you think about movement forever.

Tune in—you might just find the smallest step that leads to your biggest health shift.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest in this episode are their own and do not reflect the official position or endorsement of the National University of Singapore (NUS) or any affiliated organisation. The guest appears in a personal capacity, and any statements made are not representative of NUS.

04:45 How do you assess someone's fitness prescription?

11:18 Understanding VO2max

13:08 Difference Between VO2max and SPO2

16:14 What happens to the body in terms on inflammation and aging, if we don't exercise?

19:02 The Importance of Personalized Exercise

20:08 The Importance of Regular Movement

22:58 The Limitations of the 10,000 Steps Goal

26:21 The Myth of the Magic Exercise Pill

35:57 The Benefits of Regular and Short Exercise

40:46 The Body as Its Own Medicine Cabinet

43:56 The Psychological Challenge of Exercising

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What happens when the life you’ve built suddenly unravels?

Meet Eddie aka LazyCabbie — a man who went from running his own business to driving a taxi overnight. But this isn’t just a story about career collapse. It’s about identity, shame, anger, and what it truly means to rebuild — not just your income, but your self-worth.

You’ll hear:

- The moment everything fell apart — and the one emotion that consumed him (hint: it wasn’t sadness)

- Why his biggest critic wasn’t society… or his family… but someone much closer

- How a simple comment from his wife sparked a journey that now has thousands watching and healing alongside him

- The surprising place he found therapy — and no, it wasn’t a counselor’s office

Eddie didn’t just survive his downfall — he transformed it into a message that’s resonating across Singapore and beyond. And his definition of success? It might just challenge everything you think you know.

Tune in because sometimes, the most inspiring stories come from those who’ve lost everything… and found themselves in the process.

Don’t miss it. Available now on all major podcast platforms.

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You need more than spreadsheets and suits to thrive in finance today. Forget the Wall Street stereotypes — the game has changed.

You’ll discover:

- The ONE mindset shift top finance pros swear by (hint: it’s not about suits or spreadsheets).

- Why LinkedIn visibility is now your secret weapon (even in compliance-driven roles!).

- The unspoken rules no one teaches you — until you learn them the hard way.

- How "work-life integration" beats balance (and why passion trumps paychecks).

Meet our powerhouse guests:

- Angela Ang, Head of Policy & Strategic Partnerships, APAC @ TRM Labs (Blockchain intelligence): From MAS regulator to crypto innovator — and a LinkedIn thought leader redefining policy influence.

- Zhong Liang Han, Senior Investment Strategist at BlackRock, Forbes 30 under 30, LinkedIn Top Voice in Finance with the blue tick, decoding volatile markets and building a personal brand from the trading floor.

They’ve shattered ceilings in traditional finance and crypto — and they’re spilling truths about grit, authenticity, and why finance is WAY more diverse than you think.

Don’t miss this candid crash course on building a finance career that doesn’t just pay well… but fuels you.

Tune in now wherever you get your podcasts!

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Is job-hopping really the key to better pay and faster promotions? Or could it be quietly harming your long-term career in Singapore?

We speak with two seasoned professionals—Shelly Chan and Yinn Ewe—who stayed over a decade in the same organisation and climbed the ladder through internal mobility, not constant switching.

We unpack:

- The real cost of job-hopping vs staying

- Whether 30% pay jumps are worth the risk

- What hiring managers actually think of frequent job changes

- Internal talent mobility: how to grow without leaving

- How mindset, personal purpose and people-fit impact your long game

Perfect for Singaporean professionals wondering: Should I stay for stability or leave for growth?

Whether you're mid-career, exploring your next move, or in HR thinking about talent retention, this episode gives you candid insights and frameworks that go beyond surface-level career advice.

Leave a comment if you’ve ever struggled with this decision—and tell us what finally made you stay or go.

06:27 How can you tell if someone left a job mainly for financial gain?

10:29 How do you justify frequent moves to hire‑ers?

13:27 Personal Experiences with Pay Increments

23:43 What’s the first move when growth stops?

28:27 How do you go from shy to assertive on raises?

34:22 Dealing with Colleague Competition and Personal Growth

#JobHopping #CareerAdvice #SingaporeJobs

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