Working Overseas vs in Singapore: Salary, Costs & Career Growth [W&S 141]

Ever wondered if building your career overseas is really worth it—or if staying closer to home could actually give you more?Join us with two remarkable guests who’ve lived the global career life, then made the bold decision to return home.Here’s what you’ll hear:The real trade-offs between global roles abroad and regional success at homeHow family, identity, and balance shape major career decisionsSurprising lessons about growth, discomfort, and redefining successWhat many professionals overlook when considering an overseas postingMeet our guests:Chris Ngoi – Chief Strategy and Business Officer at Libeara (a Standard Chartered subsidiary); SMU Lecturer, with years of experience across Hong Kong, London, and Singapore.Hon Mun Yip – A veteran of both multinational corporations and Asian family businesses, with a career spanning five cities and industries from tech to farming, now a Coach, and NUS Adjunct Professor; Global Business ConsultantThis isn’t just about careers—it’s about choices, trade-offs, and what really matters when life and work collide.Tune in to hear their stories and insights that might just change the way you think about your own path.---🎧 The Financial Coconut: Your weekly source for empowering financial knowledge and unlocking possibilities. We explore personal finance, investing, and entrepreneurship to help you build a richer life. 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📍 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBESpotifyApple PodcastYouTube🔗 CONNECT WITH USGet daily tips, insights, and community:InstagramTikTokTelegramWhatsappNewsletter📺 MORE FROM OUR NETWORKDiscover our other shows and deep dives on YouTube⚠️ 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.Learn about our eventsHelp us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.