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In this episode of The Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Reggie, founder of The Financial Coconut, one of Singapore’s leading business and finance podcasts.Reggie shares the real story behind his journey — from being pulled into the MLM world during his army days, to building and losing businesses, to starting The Financial Coconut as a simple personal rant against fake gurus online.He opens up about the hidden cost of MLM, why expectation versus reality can break people, and why he still believes sales skills can be powerful when used with the right intent. He also shares what he learnt from his failed health-tech startup, why choosing the right co-founder matters, and how timing played a major role in the growth of The Financial Coconut.This conversation also goes deep into podcasting as a business. Reggie explains why most podcasts fail, what makes a good host, how media brands should find their lane, and why being different matters more than trying to compete with mainstream media.If you are a founder, creator, podcaster, salesperson, or someone trying to build something from scratch, this episode will give you honest lessons from someone who has failed, rebuilt, and kept going.In this episode, we talk about:Reggie’s early MLM experienceWhy MLM can affect identity and confidenceThe difference between sales and real businessLessons from a failed health-tech startupWhy co-founder selection mattersHow The Financial Coconut startedHow Covid helped podcast advertising growWhy most podcasts are not worth listening toWhat makes a strong podcast hostWhy every media brand needs to find its own laneHow Reggie would rebuild from $80Reggie started The Financial Coconut after feeling frustrated by fake gurus online. What began as a monologue podcast later grew into a larger media brand focused on finance, business, and money conversations.

What does it really take to survive in the F&B industry?In this episode, we sit down with Chef Mel Dean, a pioneer in halal Malay and Nusantara cuisine. He shares his journey from early struggles, job loss, and financial setbacks… to building a respected name in the culinary scene.This is not a success story filled with hype.This is a real look at what happens behind the scenes.How he discovered his calling in foodWhy losing his job changed everythingThe reality of running an F&B businessHow rental kills many restaurantsWhen to stop a failing businessWhy home-based businesses should not rush into cafesHow to grow through pop-ups and collaborationThe truth about “success” after years in business🎯 What You’ll Learn

How do you go from selling cheap jewellery in primary school… to running a 7-figure business and a 22-person agency?In this episode of the Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Joel Wong, founder of Social Jet, an influencer marketing agency helping brands grow through content, strategy, and full-funnel marketing systems.  Joel shares his full journey — from building online forums, flipping websites, running e-commerce brands, to scaling a marketing agency across Singapore and beyond.This is not theory. This is real execution.How Joel started his first business in primary schoolWhy most influencer campaigns fail (even with high views)The difference between views and real salesHow to move from freelancer to business ownerWhy brand story matters more than your productHow to start a business with low capitalWhen to hire (and when NOT to)The truth about AI influencers and content today🎯 What You’ll Learn

Why do some children struggle in school… even when they go for tuition?In this episode of the Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Annie, founder of Curious Minds, an online tuition company that focuses on building curiosity, thinking skills, and real understanding in students.  With over 20 years of teaching experience, she shares what most parents overlook when it comes to their child’s education.This episode covers:The real difference between online and physical tuitionWhy small class sizes improve results fasterHow asking questions builds confidence and learningThe biggest mistake parents make (and how it affects kids)Why too much screen time reduces focus and reading abilityHow today’s syllabus has changed to focus on analytical thinkingWhat parents should do daily to help their child improve

What does it take to build a creative empire from scratch?In this episode, we sit down with Ken Thew, Founder and CEO of INVADE, the team behind Artbox Singapore. He shares his 16-year journey from running small flea markets to managing a 4,000-strong vendor community across the region.This is not just a story about events.This is a story about survival, purpose, and community.🎯 What You’ll Learn • How Ken started with just $50 booth spaces • The early days at *Scape and Lucky Plaza • How one content creator helped drive viral traction • The harsh reality of COVID and a $200,000 loss in 60 days • Why assuming “zero events” saved the business • The $1 million risk he took to survive • How Artbox became Singapore’s biggest creative festival • Why community matters more than customers💡 Nugget TakeawayYour business grows faster when you stop chasing transactionsand start building a community people want to belong to.🎪 About Artbox SingaporeArtbox is INVADE’s flagship festival.It brings together artists, creators, brands, and food vendors into one space.Upcoming Event Details: • 📍 Singapore Expo Hall 3 • 📅 April 4–5 & April 10–12 • ⏰ 12PM – 11PMExpect: • 200+ retail brands • 80–100 F&B vendors • Live performances, workshops, and art installationsFollow The Golden Nuggets Podcast for more real conversations on business, life, and growth.https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast/https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegoldennuggetspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcastSubscribe for more episodes:https://tgnpodcast.com/watchhttps://tgnpodcast.com/listen

What does it really take to rebuild your life from zero?In this episode of the Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Hidayah Salamat — a media professional with over 15 years of experience who walked away from stability to pursue her own path.This is not a polished success story.This is the raw reality of entrepreneurship, identity, and faith.Hidayah shares her journey through: • Divorce and personal struggles that changed her direction • Leaving the media industry to build her own venture • The pressure of starting over with limited resources • Why making money is the real test of a business  • How values and purpose shape every decision, even turning down high-paying deals She also breaks down what she would do with just $88 today: • Buy a domain • Focus on her core skill • Build content consistently • Grow an audience before monetising This episode will challenge how you think about: • Success • Money • Purpose • And what it really means to build something that lasts⸻⏱ Key Topics00:00 Introduction03:00 Early career in media and journalism12:00 The breaking point: divorce and mental struggles25:00 Leaving corporate to start her own business40:00 Why most PR and media strategies fail55:00 The reality of entrepreneurship and making money1:10:00 ADHD, overwhelm, and founder struggles1:20:00 What to do if you only have $881:25:00 Final advice on purpose and life⸻📌 Key Takeaways • You are not a business unless you make money  • Your “why” will guide every major decision • Failure is part of the process, not the end • Focus beats doing everything at once • Your story becomes your leverage⸻🎯 Subscribe for MoreWe bring real conversations with founders, creators, and operators who share what actually happens behind the scenes.Follow The Golden Nuggets Podcast for more real conversations on business, life, and growth.https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast/https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegoldennuggetspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcastSubscribe for more episodes:https://tgnpodcast.com/watchhttps://tgnpodcast.com/listen

What happens when you walk away from a 7-figure agency… at its peak?In this episode of The Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Michelle Loh Horton — a former growth marketer who made a bold decision to shut down her agency and rebuild everything around one core idea: storytelling.She shares how her journey started from a small graphic design studio, grew into a full-scale growth marketing agency, and eventually led her to New York to build a new business focused on helping brands create powerful narrative-driven content.This conversation goes deep into:Why storytelling creates stronger connection than marketing tacticsWhat really happened during COVID when she had to let go of half her teamThe biggest mistake founders make with content todayHow to turn your personal journey into a business assetWhy most businesses fail to build trust even when they go viralIf you are a founder, creator, or marketer trying to grow your business, this episode will change how you think about content and growth.

No Job. Chronic Illness. So She Built a Business Instead.What do you do when everything falls apart at once?In this episode of the Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Fariza Salleh, a former corporate professional who was laid off… twice. But the second time hit differently. Just days before losing her job, she was diagnosed with a chronic illness that would change her life.Instead of going back to a 9–5, she made a bold decision.She built her own path.In this conversation, Fariza shares what it really feels like to be laid off, the hidden signs most people miss, and why relying on a job may no longer be safe. She also breaks down how building a personal brand, creating multiple safety nets, and leaning into your strengths can help you take back control.This is not just a story about business.This is a story about survival, clarity, and choosing a different life.In this episode, you’ll learn:The early signs that a layoff is comingHow to prepare mentally and financially before it happensWhy your job is not your safety netHow to turn uncertainty into opportunityThe role of personal branding in building independenceWhat entrepreneurship really looks like behind the scenesIf you’ve ever felt uncertain about your career, this episode will hit home.

In this raw and tactical second half with Shi Liang, the former Navy officer and Legendary Fisherman founder drops the uncomfortable truth most F&B owners won't admit: the Singapore food market is brutally oversaturated, with 50% of mall space now dedicated to food when it used to be just 20% and while media reports 3,000 closures, another 3,000 new ones keep opening in a vicious cycle. He breaks down why rent isn't actually the problem (your business just didn't perform as planned), reveals his "3C Framework" for entering F&B without getting destroyed (starting with Clarity, knowing your why, your timeline, and your worst-case exit plan), and gets brutally honest about the discipline traps that kill entrepreneurs: sacrificing sleep, neglecting family time with kids who won't need you forever, and forgetting that health isn't optional when you're the only one making decisions. The conversation shifts deep when he explains why he's now coaching the next generation of entrepreneurs, not for profit, but for legacy, because he's watched too many capable, hardworking people stay trapped in corporate burnout for 10+ years, too afraid to take the leap despite having what it takes. His final answer hits different: if you lose everything and only have $88 left, your reputation and relationships are your real currency, if people still trust you when you're broke, that's the true measure of success as a business owner.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Ready to brakthrough your glass ceiling? Follow along for more simple, actionable advice on careers and entrepreneurship: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/liang⁠Watch us on Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠

In this eye-opening episode, Shi Liang, owner and founder of Legendary Fisherman restaurant and former naval officer, reveals the wild entrepreneurial journey most people never see behind a successful F&B brand. From running crypto mining farms with $9,000 monthly electricity bills to designing vertical farms that use GPU heat to grow ginseng, Shi Liang shares how he navigated the chaos of COVID-19 by diving deep into Web3, blockchain, tokenization, and sustainability tech, all while trying to create a fully integrated ecosystem from farm to table. He gets brutally honest about the failures that came from being "too ahead of the curve," including shelving a super app concept right before the pandemic hit, and breaks down the critical difference between informed risk-taking and gambling everything away. Most importantly, he shares the framework that saved him from his own "itchy backside" entrepreneur tendencies: setting clear boundaries, timelines, and financial parameters before starting any venture so you know exactly when to push forward and when to pull back before you lose everything, a lesson he learned the hard way that could save you from making the same expensive mistakes.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Ready to brakthrough your glass ceiling? Follow along for more simple, actionable advice on careers and entrepreneurship: https://tgnpodcast.com/liangWatch us on Youtube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/⁠⁠Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠

In this second episode of ParentPreneur series, we sit with Jasmin Dhillon, a health strategist, podcast host of The Forties Formula, and mother of three boys, to unpack the critical connection between sleep deprivation and business performance that most parent-entrepreneurs ignore. Jasmin reveals why sleep is the ultimate non-negotiable for juggling kids and startups, breaking down how chronic lack of sleep triggers insulin resistance, hormone dysregulation, and poor decision-making that directly sabotages your business growth. Through a live consultation roleplay, she walks through her integrated health strategy approach, examining everything from morning routines and blood sugar management to the controversial truth about weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Retatrutide. The conversation gets brutally honest about the myth of "doing it all at once," why trying to give 33% to three things means you're failing at everything, and Amanda Lim's powerful advice: "Be where your feet are." Whether you're running on five hours of sleep thinking you're fine or wondering if you need to sacrifice family time to grow your business, this episode delivers the wake-up call (pun intended) that optimizing your sleep could be the difference between surviving and absolutely crushing it as a parent-entrepreneur.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Stop wasting effort on diets and routines thet don’t work! Follow along for simple, actionable advice on how to decode your body’s signals: https://tgnpodcast.com/jasminListen on Spotify: ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠⁠ Watch us on Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/⁠Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠⁠

In this inaugural episode of The Golden Nuggets Podcast's ParentPreneur series, Nazreen Amir and Hanafi dive into the real struggles of balancing entrepreneurship with parenthood, from financial challenges and cash flow crises to managing time between business demands and family life. They candidly share their personal journeys: Nazreen opens up about taking risky COVID bridging loans that led to debt struggles and moments of self-doubt when his partner questioned if he should return to employment, while Hanafi discusses the importance of compartmentalizing energy between work and kids, emphasizing quality time over quantity. The duo tackles practical topics like whether insurance is negotiable for entrepreneur parents (spoiler: it's not), how to build proper support systems, and why knowing your numbers is crucial for survival. They also announce their first-ever live ParentPreneur event happening January 21st, featuring panel discussions with past guests and surprise big-name entrepreneurs, creating a space for honest conversations about a topic rarely discussed in the startup world, juggling diapers and deals, school runs and sales calls, all while keeping your sanity (and business) intact.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Don't miss the next nugget of wisdom! Hit the follow botton and join our community of ParentPreneurs for weekly insights on balancing life and business: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.comListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: https://tgnpodcast.com/Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this eye-opening part two conversation with personal trainer Syafiqah Salleh (Fiqah), we dive deep into the hidden truths about food, fitness, and healthy living that most people get wrong. From exposing why that "healthy" roasted chicken rice might actually be deep-fried, to debunking nutrition labels that trick you into consuming way more sugar than you think, Fiqah shares practical wisdom gained from 16 years in the fitness industry. We explore everything from the best cooking methods and why food density matters, to realistic advice for busy moms struggling with baby weight, the challenges men face with lifestyle changes, and why that Açai bowl might not be as healthy as you believe. Fiqah also opens up about her journey from working under unsupportive employers to becoming a successful freelance trainer, proving that valuing yourself and your work matters more than any fancy gym membership, and shares her ambitious dreams of opening her own gym, plus how she'd rebuild everything from just $88 through pure determination and skill.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Ready for make small, lasting changes? Follow along for more simple, actionable fitness advice that actually works: https://tgnpodcast.com/fiqahListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: https://tgnpodcast.com/Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

Syafiqah Salleh shares her amazing journey from a freelance personal trainer with 16 years of experience in the fitness industry, her journey from earning just $400 a month as an intern at a women-only gym in 2009 to becoming a passionate advocate for sustainable fitness and nutrition. In this episode, she debunks common fitness myths that have plagued women for over a decade, revealing why cardio alone won't give you the body you want, why "toning up" isn't actually a thing, and how strength training with compound movements is the real key to long-term health. Syafiqah tackles the hidden calorie traps that sabotage weight loss goals, from sauces in your salad to the shocking truth about peanut butter versus tuna, and explains why eating rice isn't your enemy. She also opens up about the unique challenges mothers face with fitness and nutrition, offering practical advice on how to create sustainable lifestyle changes for the entire family without depriving kids of occasional treats. If you've ever wondered why your workout routine isn't delivering results despite following popular fitness influencers, or if you're confused about what actually works for weight loss, this conversation will change everything you thought you knew about health and fitness.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Ready for make small, lasting changes? Follow along for more simple, actionable fitness advice that actually works: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/fiqah⁠Listen on Spotify: ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ ⁠Watch us on Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ ⁠Follow us on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ ⁠Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/⁠Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠⁠

In this inspiring episode, Kelly Kam shares her remarkable journey from corporate banking burnout to becoming a wellness advocate and co-founder of Speaker Society—a thriving community-led platform that helps aspiring and professional speakers monetize their voice. Kelly opens up about her health crisis that became a turning point, leading her to discover the power of holistic wellness and eventually stumbling into the speaking world by accident. She reveals how Speaker Society grew from a casual coffee meetup into a game-changing community of nearly 100 founding members, offering practical insights on crafting authentic speeches using AI, building sustainable communities through genuine belonging, and leveraging speaking opportunities beyond just stage presence. Whether you're an introvert looking to break into speaking, an entrepreneur wanting to amplify your message, or simply curious about turning life's challenges into meaningful impact, Kelly's story demonstrates how embracing growth over change and trusting the universe's timing can lead to unexpected success. Plus, she drops golden nuggets on networking, personal branding, and why drinking 500ml of water first thing in the morning might just change your life!This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.For purpose and leadership coaching, connect with Kelly at: https://tgnpodcast.com/kellykamListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: https://tgnpodcast.com/Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

Kelly Kam shares her remarkable journey from a 19-year banking career in Australia to becoming a wellness coach and co-founder of Speakers Society. After being retrenched in 2016, she initially struggled with losing her identity tied to her corporate role, then took on a demanding leadership position at a Malaysian insurance company that led to burnout, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. The wake-up call came when her 8-year-old daughter casually remarked that "mommy loves her boss more than us," prompting Kelly to completely transform her life. She opens up about her research into belly fat and health optimization, which eventually became a 500-page book, and discusses practical wellness advice including the importance of strength training, protein intake, gut health, and morning sun exposure for resetting your body clock. Kelly also reveals how her struggle to find clients one-on-one led her to discover public speaking as a way to reach many people at once, ultimately setting the stage for co-founding Speakers Society with her friend Sabrina.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.For purpose and leadership coaching, connect with Kelly at: https://tgnpodcast.com/kellykamListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: https://tgnpodcast.com/Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Amanda Lim shares powerful insights from her 18+ years helping thousands of women transform their lives through fitness and nutrition. She reveals the compelling story of a Singapore client who lost over 40 pounds by overcoming the mental block of believing she deserved better than just being "a fat middle-aged lady." Amanda discusses why she chose Singapore over LA's oversaturated fitness market, her journey building the first metabolic health center in Singapore, and practical nutrition advice for busy professionals and parents. She tackles controversial topics like NutriGrade ratings (why full cream milk scores worse than Milo), the I-Juice sugar debate, and why restricting children's diets can backfire. Amanda also shares her family's approach to feeding three young kids without going crazy, debunks the myth that muscles make you bulky, and gives her #1 tip for ambitious women entrepreneurs: prioritize sleep over hustle. From sleep training infants to rebuilding from scratch with just $88, this conversation offers actionable wisdom for anyone juggling health, business, and family life.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Redefine your health journey: https://tgnpodcast.com/amandalimListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: https://tgnpodcast.com/Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Amanda Lim shares powerful insights from her 18+ years helping thousands of women transform their lives through fitness and nutrition. She reveals the compelling story of a Singapore client who lost over 40 pounds by overcoming the mental block of believing she deserved better than just being "a fat middle-aged lady." Amanda discusses why she chose Singapore over LA's oversaturated fitness market, her journey building the first metabolic health center in Singapore, and practical nutrition advice for busy professionals and parents. She tackles controversial topics like NutriGrade ratings (why full cream milk scores worse than Milo), the I-Juice sugar debate, and why restricting children's diets can backfire. Amanda also shares her family's approach to feeding three young kids without going crazy, debunks the myth that muscles make you bulky, and gives her #1 tip for ambitious women entrepreneurs: prioritize sleep over hustle. From sleep training infants to rebuilding from scratch with just $88, this conversation offers actionable wisdom for anyone juggling health, business, and family life.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Redefine your health journey: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/amandalim⁠Listen on Spotify: ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠⁠ Watch us on Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ ⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/⁠Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠⁠

Ye Sen shares his remarkable entrepreneurial journey in food manufacturing, starting from R&D consultation to eventually taking over a production facility and building Elite (ILITE), a company focused on sugar replacement products and lower-sugar Asian beverages. He candidly discusses the brutal reality of entrepreneurship, taking 8-9 years to achieve profitability, surviving COVID-19's devastating impact, and the constant struggle of filling factory capacity while managing fixed costs. Despite the hardships, Ye Sen reveals what kept him going: the belief that quitting wasn't an option after investing so much, finding fulfillment in working alongside health authorities to drive a movement beyond just profits, and maintaining alignment with his co-founders through every obstacle. He offers invaluable insights on the importance of focus over trying everything, the necessity of SOPs for scaling, finding the right partners, and thinking like a visionary entrepreneur rather than getting stuck in execution mode, emphasizing that successful business owners must find ways to make money that "normal people don't know how to make."This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Stop waiting for permission, start building your own: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/iliteListen on Spotify: ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠⁠ Watch us on Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ ⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/⁠⁠Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠⁠

Ye Sen shares his unconventional journey from a polytechnic student who accidentally discovered his passion for food science to earning an Honours Degree in Food Technology from Massey University and co-founding Faesol Pte Ltd (iLite) at just 26 years old. After his final year project, a beverage recipe, was bought by a major Japanese MNC and made headlines, he and his project mate made a promise to start their own business together, a promise they've kept for over 11 years. As the technical leader overseeing product development and working directly with local and overseas distributors, Ye Sen reveals the harsh realities of the beverage industry, explaining why breaking into the ready-to-drink market is one of the toughest businesses to scale (even brands like Prime need massive celebrity backing), and breaks down the critical differences between home-based food businesses and proper food manufacturing that most people don't understand. He opens up about the difficult decision to leave a company he loved, where he witnessed friends build a multi-million dollar business heading for IPO, to pursue his own dream of creating sugar replacers and helping food service businesses improve their Nutri-grades. As Past President of BNI Synergy (one of Singapore's largest BNI chapters) and Ex Council Member of SIFST, Ye Sen shares how working with co-founders who are 12 years older has created both unique challenges and surprising advantages, providing a masterclass in building a food manufacturing empire from scratch with limited capital, maximum determination, and a mission to make a positive impact on the food industry.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Stop waiting for permission, start building your own: https://tgnpodcast.com/iliteListen on Spotify: ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠⁠ Watch us on Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ ⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/⁠Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

Joshua Mok reveals the strategic playbook behind building and exiting Editopia, his animation company serving early childhood education centers, before age 30. He shares how he cracked the code to an 80% meeting conversion rate by flipping traditional cold outreach on its head, creating an "Education City Project" that positioned him as an interviewer learning from industry leaders, which naturally opened doors to sales conversations. Joshua breaks down the brutal truth about business gurus, why he invested in mentors like Dan Lok instead of learning through expensive failures, and his counterintuitive hiring philosophy: never hire salespeople first, you must be the best closer before building your team. He discusses what makes a company truly sellable (hint: recurring revenue and assets that work without you), why he turned down partnership offers before accepting an acquisition, and how a simple $97 course led to a massive salary jump that funded his entrepreneurial journey. Now as Head of Business at SocialJab, Joshua explains why influencer marketing is "word of mouth on steroids" and shares his $88 comeback plan if he loses everything tomorrow, spoiler: it involves coffee meetings and strategic interviews, not fancy websites or tech.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ ⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/⁠Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

Joshua Mok reveals the strategic playbook behind building and exiting Editopia, his animation company serving early childhood education centers, before age 30. He shares how he cracked the code to an 80% meeting conversion rate by flipping traditional cold outreach on its head, creating an "Education City Project" that positioned him as an interviewer learning from industry leaders, which naturally opened doors to sales conversations. Joshua breaks down the brutal truth about business gurus, why he invested in mentors like Dan Lok instead of learning through expensive failures, and his counterintuitive hiring philosophy: never hire salespeople first, you must be the best closer before building your team. He discusses what makes a company truly sellable (hint: recurring revenue and assets that work without you), why he turned down partnership offers before accepting an acquisition, and how a simple $97 course led to a massive salary jump that funded his entrepreneurial journey. Now as Head of Business at SocialJab, Joshua explains why influencer marketing is "word of mouth on steroids" and shares his $88 comeback plan if he loses everything tomorrow, spoiler: it involves coffee meetings and strategic interviews, not fancy websites or tech.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Listen on Spotify: ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠⁠ Watch us on Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ ⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/⁠Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this heartfelt continuation, Linda Tang shares how she transformed personal hardship, including divorce, financial struggles, and raising three children alone, into Lunique Floral and Gifts, a personalized floristry business that rejects traditional retail formulas in favor of deeply customized experiences. She reveals the hidden secrets of the flower industry that most people don't know: how roses can be frozen for over a month before reaching Singapore, why flowers from regular shops are kept in fridges for seven days before being sold, and her unique approach of sourcing fresh flowers directly from suppliers the day before delivery to ensure maximum longevity. Linda explains her unconventional "Omar Khayyám of flowers" philosophy, asking clients intimate questions about recipients' personalities, careers, and lifestyles to create truly bespoke arrangements rather than counting stems by budget like traditional florists. She shares survival lessons from eight grueling years in corporate retail, including the critical habit of saving 70% of earnings that allowed her to weather divorce and fund three children's university education simultaneously. From collecting $50 cash monthly at a client's doorstep at midnight to prove her sincerity, to revealing how cut roses can actually be repotted and grown into living plants with proper TLC, Linda demonstrates that passion-driven entrepreneurship isn't about having a storefront, it's about creating art that makes both sender and recipient genuinely happy, one personalized arrangement at a time.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Click on the link to get your omakase floral arrangement: ⁠https://lunique.gallery⁠Listen on Spotify: ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠⁠ Watch us on Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ ⁠Follow us on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ ⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ ⁠Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/⁠Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠⁠

In this fascinating conversation, Linda Tang shares her remarkable 30-year journey through Singapore's retail evolution, starting as the first female management trainee in Best Denki's history when Japanese retail culture was dominated by men and seniority-based systems. She reveals how she broke gender barriers by mastering everything from fixing electrical plugs in high heels and mini skirts to catching internal thieves red-handed, earning respect in a male-dominated industry that initially resisted female leadership. Linda takes us behind the scenes of iconic brands like Best Denki, Walt Disney Store, John Little, and Robinson's Group, exposing the stark contrasts between their retail strategies and the invaluable lessons from Disney's revolutionary approach, from their "Chip and Dale" customer service culture to the strategic Plush Mountain merchandising that never uses pushy sales tactics. She candidly discusses the brutal reality of retail management, working 30 days a month with no rest, being the first to open and last to close stores, yet never having time for family despite leaving corporate life multiple times. Through her stories of grand openings with the one-and-only authentic Mickey and Minnie flown in from the US, Linda demonstrates why Disney's perfectionism, character-based branding, and play-over-push philosophy remain unmatched lessons that Singapore's retail industry still hasn't fully learned three decades later.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Click on the link to get your omakase floral arrangement: https://lunique.galleryListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: https://tgnpodcast.com/Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this deeply personal conversation, Rae Fung shares her transformative journey from being a shy, average student who felt invisible to becoming a confident MC, speaker, and communication coach who helps rising leaders own their voice. She opens up about how a secondary school drama club rejection led her to discover MCing at age 15, where she found the armor of confidence she'd been searching for, and how that initial spark evolved into a mission to help others reclaim their authentic voices. Rae candidly discusses the recurring pattern of bypassing her own intuition to follow older, more experienced mentors, a trauma that led to toxic partnerships, multiple burnouts, and questioning her life's purpose. She reveals the pivotal moments when the universe "slapped" her awake, teaching her that owning your voice isn't just about speaking on stage, it's about listening to your inner voice, making daily decisions aligned with your truth, and understanding that reclaiming your voice requires the same commitment as nurturing a relationship. Through her struggles with imposter syndrome, unhealthy work-travel cycles, and the pressure to climb mountains that weren't hers, Rae delivers powerful insights on why we're never too young to make choices, how to be the main character in your own life, and why protecting your energy is the ultimate act of self-respect.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Listen on Spotify: ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠⁠ Watch us on Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/⁠Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠⁠

In this deeply personal conversation, Rae Fung shares her transformative journey from being a shy, average student who felt invisible to becoming a confident MC, speaker, and communication coach who helps rising leaders own their voice. She opens up about how a secondary school drama club rejection led her to discover MCing at age 15, where she found the armor of confidence she'd been searching for, and how that initial spark evolved into a mission to help others reclaim their authentic voices. Rae candidly discusses the recurring pattern of bypassing her own intuition to follow older, more experienced mentors, a trauma that led to toxic partnerships, multiple burnouts, and questioning her life's purpose. She reveals the pivotal moments when the universe "slapped" her awake, teaching her that owning your voice isn't just about speaking on stage, it's about listening to your inner voice, making daily decisions aligned with your truth, and understanding that reclaiming your voice requires the same commitment as nurturing a relationship. Through her struggles with imposter syndrome, unhealthy work-travel cycles, and the pressure to climb mountains that weren't hers, Rae delivers powerful insights on why we're never too young to make choices, how to be the main character in your own life, and why protecting your energy is the ultimate act of self-respect.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: https://tgnpodcast.com/Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this powerful continuation, Hazel Yap dives deep into the challenges of running Seriouss Media through the pandemic, revealing how crisis became an opportunity when they pivoted to influencer marketing and built their platform, Serious Fluence. She shares candid insights about budget realities for brands, why nano-influencers are often more effective than macro influencers, and her philosophy that quality work and customer retention matter more than constantly chasing new clients. Hazel opens up about her journey to becoming a certified forest bathing guide, explaining how this practice helped her combat seven years of entrepreneurial burnout and why she believes rest isn't about holidays, it's about intentional slowdown and reconnection with nature. She discusses the importance of personal branding on LinkedIn, the shift from employee to employer mindset, and why she's organizing the Confluence conference to support content creators. The conversation concludes with Hazel's vision of giving back as a mentor and her unconventional answer to rebuilding everything with just $88, by investing in community and creators.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: https://tgnpodcast.com/Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this engaging conversation, Hazel Yap, co-founder and COO of Serious Media, shares her remarkable journey from being an electronics engineer to spending three decades building a successful marketing career before venturing into entrepreneurship. She opens up about her transition from employee to employer, the challenges of shifting mindsets, and how she dealt with burnout by launching "A Good Rest" a passion project advocating for intentional rest through forest bathing, community reading sessions, and creative play. Hazel reveals the unexpected way she stumbled into entrepreneurship, her struggles with the first 18 months of business ownership while still thinking like an employee, and the pivotal moment that forced her true transformation. She also discusses why marketing has become the heart of modern businesses, the importance of acknowledging fear and emotions, working in 90-day plans to avoid overwhelm, and why collaboration and community are essential for entrepreneurial success in today's challenging economic climate.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: https://tgnpodcast.com/Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this powerful second part, Moonie Tan dives deep into her transition to becoming a licensed financial planner and shares brutally honest advice for anyone contemplating self-employment or facing retrenchment. She reveals why she chose financial planning as her purpose-driven career, emphasizing that it's never about selling but about genuinely helping people escape financial crisis, from low income families to high net worth individuals and even struggling businesses she's turned from negative to positive cash flow. Moonie addresses the harsh reality of quiet retrenchments, outdated insurance policies that are draining people's savings, and why most financial advisors give lazy answers that don't actually solve real problems. She passionately advocates for financial literacy, urging everyone to take SEI exams even if they don't plan to practice, because self-knowledge is the first step to financial freedom. With her signature straight-talking style, she tackles the uncomfortable truth about age discrimination in the workforce, explains why planning beats panic every time, and ends with an inspiring perspective on resilience, proving that even with just $88 left, it's never the end if you're willing to reach out, be honest, and take action.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠/Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Moonie Tan, a Singapore-based financial professional and motivational speaker who shares her remarkable journey from Singapore Airlines cabin crew to successful property investor and homestay entrepreneur. Moonie reveals how she bought her first property at just 22 years old by aggressively saving during her flying days and shares practical money-saving techniques including the "20% rule" and why filling your own cup is better than paying off mortgages. She opens up about her unique parenting philosophy of teaching financial independence to her children, the invaluable service lessons learned from SQ that made her homestay business consistently rank first page on Booking.com, and how she built a thriving property portfolio across Malaysia through strategic due diligence and futuristic thinking. From managing 10 homestay units with hotel-standard service to collaborating with Korean schools and MNCs, Moonie's story is packed with actionable insights on financial planning, smart property investment, and the importance of value-added service in any business, all delivered with authenticity and real-world experience that challenges conventional financial wisdom.This episode is brought to you by The Golden Nuggets Podcast.Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠/Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Laurent Gasser shares his incredible journey from a high-level corporate career to building a purpose-driven tech company that’s transforming how organizations manage and visualize their data. He opens up about the bold decision to leave behind financial security, the challenges of starting from scratch, and the mindset shifts required to embrace risk, freedom, and long-term vision over short-term comfort. Through honest reflections on leadership, innovation, and redefining success, Laurent inspires listeners to rethink what it truly means to build a meaningful life and business with impact.This episode is brought to you by Comm360.Introducing Comm360, a leading workplace communication solutions provider in Southeast Asia, dedicated to helping organizations simplify and enhance connectivity in the digital era. With a strong focus on innovation and reliability, Comm360 delivers integrated telecommunications and IT solutions that empower teams to communicate seamlessly and respond efficiently in real time. Its flagship product, PTT360 Push to Talk, enables instant communication across devices with a single push, ensuring smooth coordination between employees and management in any situation. Guided by the values of innovation, responsiveness, and operational excellence, Comm360 is committed to transforming workplace communication and driving smarter, safer, and more connected business environments.Automatize your business operations flow with us: https://tgnpodcast.com/comm360Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Laurent Gasser, CEO of WizyVision, shares his journey of building a platform that empowers frontline workers through visual data and no-code AI tools designed to simplify operations and drive real impact. In this conversation, Laurent reflects on the lessons learned from scaling globally, navigating cultural differences and leading diverse teams, to fostering trust and adapting business strategies across regions. He also emphasizes the importance of clarity, resilience, and purpose-driven leadership in building technology that truly serves people. This episode offers deep insights for anyone looking to grow a global business with adaptability, empathy, and long-term vision.This episode is brought to you by Comm360.Introducing Comm360, a leading workplace communication solutions provider in Southeast Asia, dedicated to helping organizations simplify and enhance connectivity in the digital era. With a strong focus on innovation and reliability, Comm360 delivers integrated telecommunications and IT solutions that empower teams to communicate seamlessly and respond efficiently in real time. Its flagship product, PTT360 Push to Talk, enables instant communication across devices with a single push, ensuring smooth coordination between employees and management in any situation. Guided by the values of innovation, responsiveness, and operational excellence, Comm360 is committed to transforming workplace communication and driving smarter, safer, and more connected business environments.Automatize your business operations flow with us: https://tgnpodcast.com/comm360Listen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Lenney Leong shares how he built a track record helping thousands of financial advisors scale through digital marketing, including a standout case that grew from $25M to $80M AUM in just four years. He explains the creative video framework behind this success, the challenges of compliance in the industry, and why mindset is key to thriving despite limitations. Lenney also opens up about his new venture, Smile Fam, born from his travels and a dentist’s advice, where he turned a simple electric toothbrush into a fast-growing e-commerce brand with whitening kits and travel-ready designs. From agency life to building a scalable product business, Lenney highlights the lessons, mindset, and strategies that drive sustainable success.This episode is brought to you by Get Customers.Introducing Get Customers, your trusted partner for business growth and scalable marketing solutions in Singapore. For the past five years, they have helped brands expand their reach, achieve measurable results and gain recognition in top media outlets including The Straits Times, Channel News Asia, TODAY Online, and MoneyFM. From training thousands of students at institutions like Singapore University of Social Sciences and Singapore Management University to driving over $1M in sales for SmileFam, Singapore’s leading oral care brand in 50+ Guardian stores, they have proven their strategies deliver real impact. With more than $1M in ad spend managed and successful collaborations with brands like Nas Daily, AIA Singapore, PSB Academy and CapitaLand, Get Customers combines experience, expertise and a results-driven approach to help businesses grow efficiently, sustainably, and strategically.Click on this Link to get high quality leads: https://tgnpodcast.com/getcustomersListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Lenney Leong, founder of Get Customers, shares his journey of building and scaling his marketing agency over the past seven years. He talks about balancing automation with human touch, the importance of account managers, and the challenges of hiring and leading remote teams across different countries. Lenny also opens up about his strategy-first approach that helps clients grow effectively, his philosophy of giving without expectation and how continuous learning and mentoring the next generation shape his vision as an entrepreneur.This episode is brought to you by Get Customers.Introducing Get Customers, your trusted partner for business growth and scalable marketing solutions in Singapore. For the past five years, they have helped brands expand their reach, achieve measurable results and gain recognition in top media outlets including The Straits Times, Channel News Asia, TODAY Online, and MoneyFM. From training thousands of students at institutions like Singapore University of Social Sciences and Singapore Management University to driving over $1M in sales for SmileFam, Singapore’s leading oral care brand in 50+ Guardian stores, they have proven their strategies deliver real impact. With more than $1M in ad spend managed and successful collaborations with brands like Nas Daily, AIA Singapore, PSB Academy and CapitaLand, Get Customers combines experience, expertise and a results-driven approach to help businesses grow efficiently, sustainably, and strategically.Click on this Link to get high quality leads: https://tgnpodcast.com/getcustomersListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Evelyn Chew dives deeper into her journey with MOA Digital Media after winning the Spirit of Enterprise Award. She shares how the company pivoted from corporate branding to personal branding for business leaders, her perspective on AI as both a tool and opportunity, and why authentic storytelling remains invaluable. Evelyn also addresses challenges like pricing objections, client mindsets, and guiding older-generation entrepreneurs into the digital space. The conversation expands into her passion for AI and sustainability, including her work on forums that unite business owners to rethink growth with purpose.This episode is brought to you by MOA Digital Media.Introducing MOA Digital Media Pte Ltd, a Singapore-based creative agency built on the spirit of adventure and adaptability. Founded by entrepreneur Evelyn Chew, MOA Digital Media began as an extension of her passion for sports and community building before evolving into a dynamic digital storytelling company. Specializing in videography and digital marketing, the agency helps brands, especially in sports and lifestyle, connect with audiences through powerful, authentic narratives. Guided by values of creativity, resilience, and meaningful engagement, MOA Digital Media is committed to turning stories into experiences that inspire and resonate across digital platforms.Get your high quality corporate video at: https://tgnpodcast.com/moaListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Evelyn Chew shares her fascinating journey from building a 6,000-strong sports adventure community to leading her family’s steel business transformation and eventually founding MOA Digital Media. She opens up about her early education in environmental engineering, her father’s vision for sustainability, and the tough decision to step away from the family legacy to pursue her own entrepreneurial path. Evelyn reflects on the challenges of pivoting during COVID-19, the responsibility that comes with running a business, and her passion for helping companies grow through digital storytelling and marketing.This episode is brought to you by MOA Digital Media.Introducing MOA Digital Media Pte Ltd, a Singapore-based creative agency built on the spirit of adventure and adaptability. Founded by entrepreneur Evelyn Chew, MOA Digital Media began as an extension of her passion for sports and community building before evolving into a dynamic digital storytelling company. Specializing in videography and digital marketing, the agency helps brands, especially in sports and lifestyle, connect with audiences through powerful, authentic narratives. Guided by values of creativity, resilience, and meaningful engagement, MOA Digital Media is committed to turning stories into experiences that inspire and resonate across digital platforms.Get your high quality corporate video at: https://tgnpodcast.com/moaListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletterFollow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In episode we continue our conversation with Master Alex, we go beyond Feng Shui “secrets” and dive into the principles of discipline, consistency, and mindset that truly shape success. Master Alex shares how these values are not just theories, but daily practices that determine whether we grow or stay stagnant. From building sustainable habits, sharpening focus, to aligning our actions with long-term goals, this episode uncovers the practical side of Feng Shui, how it extends into the way we live, work, and think. If you’ve ever wondered why some people transform their lives while others remain stuck, Master Alex reveals why the answer often lies in discipline, not just destiny. This is an eye-opening session on how inner structure, perseverance, and clarity of mind become the ultimate form of Feng Shui for lasting success.This episode is brought to you by TheMeta Services Pte. Ltd.Introducing TheMeta Services, your trusted partner in unlocking the power of Feng Shui for greater health, wealth, and success in life. Guided by Master Alex, who has trained under renowned Feng Shui masters across Asia. With over a decade of experience, TheMeta Services provides practical, science-based Feng Shui advice that is simple to understand, easy to apply, and designed to create harmony in both living and working environments. With a mission to make Feng Shui practical, accessible, and beneficial for everyone, TheMeta Services empowers you to create a harmonized environment that supports success, well-being, and prosperity in every area of life.Understand the right concept of Fengshui at: https://tgnpodcast.com/fengshuiListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, we sit down with Master Alex, a feng shui consultant with over 15 years of experience, to demystify the ancient practice and reveal its modern relevance. Far from superstition, Alex explains feng shui as a science of energy, balance, and placement-rooted in logic, environmental awareness, and centuries of collected data. From understanding airflow and water as life sources to how our environment shapes our decisions, he shares eye-opening insights on how aligning spaces can improve rest, clarity, mood, and even opportunities in life. If you’ve ever wondered whether feng shui is just myth or a practical tool for everyday living, this conversation will change your perspective.This episode is brought to you by TheMeta Services Pte. Ltd.Introducing TheMeta Services, your trusted partner in unlocking the power of Feng Shui for greater health, wealth, and success in life. Guided by Master Alex, who has trained under renowned Feng Shui masters across Asia. With over a decade of experience, TheMeta Services provides practical, science-based Feng Shui advice that is simple to understand, easy to apply, and designed to create harmony in both living and working environments. With a mission to make Feng Shui practical, accessible, and beneficial for everyone, TheMeta Services empowers you to create a harmonized environment that supports success, well-being, and prosperity in every area of life.Understand the right concept of Fengshui at: https://tgnpodcast.com/fengshuiListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode Breex Lee dives into his remarkable journey from a traditional engineering career to a successful property investor. In this episode, Breex shares how he built a portfolio of 20 properties in Malaysia, his strategic transition to the Singapore market, and the reason he was able to retire early after acquiring a handful of properties there. He offers insights into leveraging a strong financial system to invest with little to little money down and reveals the keys to finding the right mentor. The conversation also highlights his current project, a massive condominium refurbishment in Johor Bahru, and his philosophy on success, which he believes is rooted in a strong network. Tune in to discover how Breex Lee's practical wisdom and unique approach can help you rethink your own path to financial freedom.This podcast episode is brought to you by Live @ Sri Indah Court.Introducing Live @ Sri Indah Court, your trusted home for comfortable and affordable living in the heart of Johor Bahru. Designed to meet the needs of families, professionals, and students seeking convenient access to city amenities, Live @ Sri Indah Court offers a balanced lifestyle with spacious apartments, essential facilities, and a welcoming community atmosphere. With a focus on providing value-for-money housing solutions, the property ensures residents enjoy both comfort and practicality, whether for long-term stays or investment opportunities. Guided by values of accessibility, affordability, and community, Sri Indah Court is committed to making quality urban living possible for everyone in Johor Bahru.Book your cosy JB stay with free daily SG transfers – check availability now: https://tgnpodcast.com/stayinjbListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

From the high seas to high-rise investments, Breex Lee takes us through his bold leap from the maritime industry into the world of property investing. In this episode, he reveals the turning points, mindset shifts, and real strategies that fueled his transformation, along with the hard-earned lessons that came with it. Whether you’re looking for inspiration to break out of your comfort zone or curious about building wealth through real estate, this conversation with Breex is packed with insights you don't want to miss.This podcast episode is brought to you by Live @ Sri Indah Court.Introducing Live @ Sri Indah Court, your trusted home for comfortable and affordable living in the heart of Johor Bahru. Designed to meet the needs of families, professionals, and students seeking convenient access to city amenities, Live @ Sri Indah Court offers a balanced lifestyle with spacious apartments, essential facilities, and a welcoming community atmosphere. With a focus on providing value-for-money housing solutions, the property ensures residents enjoy both comfort and practicality, whether for long-term stays or investment opportunities. Guided by values of accessibility, affordability, and community, Sri Indah Court is committed to making quality urban living possible for everyone in Johor Bahru.Book your cosy JB stay with free daily SG transfers – check availability now: https://tgnpodcast.com/stayinjbListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Cindy Leong shares her journey of becoming a certified Enneagram coach and how she has applied this powerful tool to both personal growth and professional leadership. She reflects on the early challenges of building credibility in the coaching industry and the steps she took to create The Enneagram Academy, where she mentors and trains others. Cindy highlights the importance of self-awareness, effective communication, and adapting to different personality types in order to build stronger relationships at work and at home. She also discusses how the Enneagram can transform teams, empower leaders, and serve as a lasting framework for personal development.This podcast episode is brought to you by The Enneagram Academy.Introducing The Enneagram Academy, your trusted partner in unlocking self-awareness and transformative growth through the power of the Enneagram. Founded to meet the rising demand from individuals eager to apply the Enneagram in their workplace and personal lives, TEA equips mentors, leaders, and coaches with practical skills to guide others with confidence, clarity, and consistency. Through an immersive accreditation process and ongoing alumni support, participants master strategies tailored to all nine Enneagram types, ensuring coaching that goes beyond intuition. Guided by values of being confident, connected, and consistent, TEA is on a mission to transform lives through self-awareness and development, helping you win more people to your side and lead with greater impact.Register for our WSQ People Management with Enneagram Program: https://tgnpodcast.com/enneagramListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Cindy Leong shares her journey of turning personal challenges into a purpose-driven career as an Enneagram coach and entrepreneur. She talks about how discovering the Enneagram transformed her perspective after a difficult marriage, and how investing in self-development gave her the tools to help others. Cindy reflects on the early days of building her brand, the lessons she learned about pricing and positioning, and the importance of staying consistent in her mission. She also discusses the role of PR, word of mouth, and referrals in growing her business, highlighting how her background in matchmaking and coaching shaped the way she connects with clients today.This podcast episode is brought to you by The Enneagram Academy.Introducing The Enneagram Academy, your trusted partner in unlocking self-awareness and transformative growth through the power of the Enneagram. Founded to meet the rising demand from individuals eager to apply the Enneagram in their workplace and personal lives, TEA equips mentors, leaders, and coaches with practical skills to guide others with confidence, clarity, and consistency. Through an immersive accreditation process and ongoing alumni support, participants master strategies tailored to all nine Enneagram types, ensuring coaching that goes beyond intuition. Guided by values of being confident, connected, and consistent, TEA is on a mission to transform lives through self-awareness and development, helping you win more people to your side and lead with greater impact.Register for our WSQ People Management with Enneagram Program: https://tgnpodcast.com/enneagramListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Mieke shares her journey of building a plant-based food business from the ground up. She talks about her inspiration to promote healthier lifestyles, the challenges of introducing plant-based products in a growing but still niche market, and how her values guide her business decisions. Mieke reflects on her career transition, the lessons learned from navigating financial and operational hurdles, and the importance of patience, adaptability, and consistency in entrepreneurship. She also highlights how community support and staying true to her mission have helped her push through challenges and drive her business forward.This podcast episode is brought to you by MindoFoods.Introducing MindoFoods, your trusted partner in bringing wholesome, plant-based goodness to every home. Recognized as a Top 5 finalist at the FHA Exhibition 2022 and among the Top 8 companies at SIFST 2024 for great taste, innovation, and ingenuity, we’re on a mission to make tasty, nutritious, and balanced meals accessible to all. Every product is crafted from 100% natural, plant-based ingredients, with no artificial colorings, flavorings, or unnecessary starch, offering ready-to-cook and ready-to-eat options that combine exceptional taste with the nourishment your family deserves. With MindoFoods, healthy eating becomes effortless, delicious, and naturally good.Get your Nutritious & Delicious food pastes here: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/mindofoodsListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Mieke shares her journey from a thriving career in telecommunications to building a purpose-driven plant-based food business. She discusses the motivation behind leaving the corporate world, fueled by her passion for health, sustainability, and making a positive impact. Mieke reflects on the challenges of shifting industries, from overcoming market skepticism to creating products that resonate with customers, and how her corporate skills helped her navigate entrepreneurship. She also highlights the importance of aligning work with personal values, the role of adaptability in business, and her vision for the growth of plant-based food in South East Asia.This podcast episode is brought to you by MindoFoods.Introducing MindoFoods, your trusted partner in bringing wholesome, plant-based goodness to every home. Recognized as a Top 5 finalist at the FHA Exhibition 2022 and among the Top 8 companies at SIFST 2024 for great taste, innovation, and ingenuity, we’re on a mission to make tasty, nutritious, and balanced meals accessible to all. Every product is crafted from 100% natural, plant-based ingredients, with no artificial colorings, flavorings, or unnecessary starch, offering ready-to-cook and ready-to-eat options that combine exceptional taste with the nourishment your family deserves. With MindoFoods, healthy eating becomes effortless, delicious, and naturally good.Get your Nutritious & Delicious food pastes here: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/mindofoodsListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Gerald Ong shares his journey from a background in engineering and facilitation to becoming a specialist in LEGO Serious Play and team coaching. He discusses how his work with clients, including financial advisors, centers on building trust, improving communication, and fostering creativity through innovative facilitation methods. Gerald highlights the importance of relationship-building, consistent effort, and adaptability in both his coaching practice and the businesses he supports. He also reflects on values-driven leadership, humility, and the need to constantly evolve to stay relevant in a changing market.This podcast episode is brought to you by Conscious Emergence.Introducing Conscious Emergence, your trusted partner in guiding businesses through the fast-changing world of technology and digitalization across the ASEAN region. We’re more than consultants; we’re your strategic allies in turning innovation into opportunity. By harnessing cutting-edge solutions and deep regional expertise, we equip you to adapt, thrive, and lead in an increasingly digital future. Connect with us today and let Conscious Emergence help you navigate the path to sustainable growth with clarity and confidence.Click on this link to arrange your LEGO serious play: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/consciousListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode of The Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Gerald Ong, founder of Conscious Emergence and a dynamic coach and facilitator who turns the simple joy of playing with LEGO® into a powerful tool for team building and self-discovery. Gerald shares his journey of helping individuals and teams unlock their untapped potential through reflective, hands-on experiences. Using the LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® method and their signature Learning Framework™, Gerald designs immersive environments that go beyond traditional training, fostering clarity, connection, and lasting change. In this conversation, he opens up about the power of intentional facilitation, the role of play in deep learning, and how building from the inside out can spark real transformation in individuals, teams, and communities across ASEAN.This podcast episode is brought to you by Conscious Emergence.Introducing Conscious Emergence, your trusted partner in guiding businesses through the fast-changing world of technology and digitalization across the ASEAN region. We’re more than consultants; we’re your strategic allies in turning innovation into opportunity. By harnessing cutting-edge solutions and deep regional expertise, we equip you to adapt, thrive, and lead in an increasingly digital future. Connect with us today and let Conscious Emergence help you navigate the path to sustainable growth with clarity and confidence.Click on this link to arrange your LEGO Serious Play®: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/consciousListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Ronald Soh shares his journey of building Win-Pro into an award-winning IT solutions company over three decades. He reflects on how staying ahead of tech trends, starting from library visits to mastering AI and e-commerce, shaped his business decisions. Ronald explains why awards matter more for employees and clients than for personal recognition, and how refining SOPs is key to scaling. He also dives into customer acquisition through value-driven e-commerce, the importance of disruption, and how businesses must evolve or risk becoming obsolete. Ronald closes with practical advice on AI, lifelong learning, and rebuilding from rock bottom using relationships and results.This podcast episode is brought to you by Win-Pro.Introducing Win-Pro, where innovation meets reliability to power business growth across Southeast Asia. Founded in 1993, Win-Pro has become a trusted name in outsourced IT support services, serving companies in Singapore, Johor Bahru, and Kuala Lumpur. With a dedicated team of experts, they go beyond IT solutions, empowering businesses through cloud computing, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. Their client-first approach ensures every service is prompt, effective, and tailored to evolving needs. From humble beginnings to a legacy of excellence, Win-Pro continues to lead with deep industry expertise and a passion for helping clients succeed in an ever-changing tech landscape. At Win-Pro, it’s not just about keeping up with technology, it’s about staying ahead.For your smart IT solutions click this Link: tgnpodcast.com/winproListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Ronald Soh shares his journey from a fresh NUS graduate to founding Win-Pro, one of Singapore’s longest-standing IT service providers. He opens up about starting a business right after university, navigating the 1997 Asian Financial Crisis, and the tough lessons learned from hitting rock bottom. Ronald reflects on the importance of mindset, lifelong learning, and adapting to industry shifts from software to infrastructure. He also emphasizes investing in people, building loyalty, and sustaining long-term growth through trust and shared vision.This podcast episode is brought to you by Win-Pro.Introducing Win-Pro, where innovation meets reliability to power business growth across Southeast Asia. Founded in 1993, Win-Pro has become a trusted name in outsourced IT support services, serving companies in Singapore, Johor Bahru, and Kuala Lumpur. With a dedicated team of experts, they go beyond IT solutions, empowering businesses through cloud computing, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. Their client-first approach ensures every service is prompt, effective, and tailored to evolving needs. From humble beginnings to a legacy of excellence, Win-Pro continues to lead with deep industry expertise and a passion for helping clients succeed in an ever-changing tech landscape. At Win-Pro, it’s not just about keeping up with technology, it’s about staying ahead.For your smart IT solutions click this Link: tgnpodcast.com/winproListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Chris Lawrence shares his people-first approach to recruitment and leadership in the offshore and marine industry. He highlights the importance of after-sales support, building long-term relationships, and treating recruitment as a journey rather than a transaction. Chris also opens up about his passion for community, his unique hiring philosophy that prioritizes character over experience, and his aspirations to bring impactful change through fair employment and healthcare initiatives—driven by a personal tribute to his late mother.Click on the Link if you require Maritime, Shipbuilding & Manpower Solutions: https://tgnpodcast.com/chrisListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠

In this episode, Chris Lawrence shares his remarkable 31-year journey in the maritime and offshore industry, from sailing as a young cadet to serving in the Navy, leading shipyard operations, and eventually founding his own headhunting firm. He reflects on the values of independence, resilience, and respect for diverse cultures that shaped his growth. Chris opens up about family, the emotional cost of being away at sea, and how strong mentorship and people-centered leadership kept him grounded. He also discusses the power of human connection in recruitment and the lasting impact of his Navy experience on his personal and professional life.Click on the Link if you require Maritime, Shipbuilding & Manpower Solutions: https://tgnpodcast.com/chrisListen on Spotify: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/listen⁠ Watch us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcast⁠ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter 'Nuggets Digest': ⁠https://tgnpodcast.com/newsletter⁠