S1E1: Sold your business? Here's how to think about your money next

A liquidity event marks a pivotal shift from business owner to wealth allocator. But why are so many entrepreneurs unprepared for what comes next? What are the most common mistakes made after an exit, and how can entrepreneurs protect, diversify and grow their wealth? Barclays Private Bank’s Stephen Zhu shares the strategies and institutional-grade solutions that can help entrepreneurs navigate the complex journey from business wealth to long-term personal wealth. Synopsis: The Business Times Podcast Channel presents diverse perspectives, in-depth analysis and news covering career, business, markets, investing, current affairs and tech. This episode is produced in collaboration with Barclays Private Bank. Highlights: 01:37 The psychological shift from entrepreneur to wealth allocator 04:30 The biggest post-exit mistakes: holding too much cash or investing too quickly 07:05  Why wealth planning should start before the exit 10:50 Building a diversified portfolio around the family’s needs and goals 17:17 Why Singapore is a strategic base for globally mobile wealth More about: Private Bank Singapore AI Mid-Year Outlook 2026: The productivity paradox | Barclays Private Bank --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to [email protected]. --- Hosted by: Claressa Monteiro Written by: Howie Lim ([email protected]) With Stephen Zhu, senior portfolio manager, Barclays Investment Management, Private Bank Singapore Edited by: Nicole Teo & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Nicole Teo & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow BT Podcasts: Channel: bt.sg/pcOM Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/pcAP Spotify: bt.sg/pcSP YouTube Music: bt.sg/giK9 Website: bt.sg/btpod Feedback to: [email protected] Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.  --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Correspondents at: bt.sg/btcobt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.