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Hello MentorS3, E27 | Don't Start A Business With Family? How We Built An 8-Figure Empire Against The Odds.In 2016, Jake Yap and his brother Chris launched Lifely (originally E-Living) with a singular mission: to democratize interior design for the "renter generation." Identifying a massive gap between cheap, disposable furniture and unaffordable designer pieces, Yap built what he calls the "Zara of Furniture"—a fast-moving supply chain that delivers on-trend aesthetics at accessible price points. Starting on marketplaces like Catch.com.au and eBay to validate demand without heavy overhead, the brothers rapidly scaled the business from a garage operation to an eight-figure revenue empire, growing their team from two to 50 employees and capitalizing on a 300% growth surge du...
2026-01-201h 27
Hello MentorS3, E26 | The Psychology of 'Cool': How Dayang Syafiqah Made Gen Z Obsessed With TraditionLong before she became the face of a modern Batik revolution, Dayang Syafiqah was a musician at heart. She didn’t study fashion, she studied music and she brought that same soulfulness to the world of textiles. When she looked at the Batik industry, she didn't see heritage, she saw boundaries. To her, Batik felt trapped, stuck in the realm of stiff formal wear and government uniforms that didn't resonate with her generation’s desire for freedom. She realized that for this art form to survive, it couldn't just sit in a museum or a bridal suite, it needed to f...
2026-01-131h 31
Hello MentorS3, E25 | The Art of Less: How Nicole Chia Built Meaning into Minimalist LabBefore Minimalist Lab became a staple in Malaysia’s jewelry scene, Nicole Chia was already navigating the retail world with her first venture, Vintage 1988. While that brand celebrated the charm of the past, Nicole noticed a quiet but powerful shift in what modern women actually wanted. They weren’t just looking for accessories; they were seeking clarity, quality, and pieces that could survive the daily grind without losing their shine. Recognizing a gap between cheap "fast fashion" jewelry and inaccessible luxury, Nicole took a leap of faith. She pivoted from the busy aesthetics of vintage to the clean, disciplined phil...
2026-01-061h 18
Hello MentorS3, E24 | How Abang Brian Found His True Purpose and Calling Through a Family CrisisAbang Brian’s journey into the culinary world began with a deeply personal and emotional catalyst. Originally trained in accounting and finance, his life took a drastic turn in 2012 when his father was diagnosed with cancer. Faced with his father’s specific and strict dietary needs, Brian stepped into the kitchen for the first time, not as a chef, but as a caregiver. This period of selfless service became a profound discovery; through cooking meals that were both nutritious and comforting for his father, Brian found a hidden passion and a sense of peace that he had never experienced in t...
2025-12-301h 24
Hello MentorS3, E23 | From Corporate Safety to Global VC: How Sarah Chen-Spellings Built a Billion-Dollar EcosystemSarah Chen-Spellings is a Malaysian-born investor based in America, working at the intersection of women, wealth, and innovation. She works with family offices and institutional investors globally on capital allocation, portfolio construction, and long-term value creation.
She is the co-founder of Beyond The Billion, which mobilized over $1 billion into women-founded companies through a global consortium of venture funds. Partner funds within this ecosystem have backed 16 unicorns, including Canva and Airwallex, giving Sarah a rare vantage point into how early-stage capital compounds into category-defining global platforms.
Earlier in her career, Sarah was a corporate venture capitalist...
2025-12-231h 12
Hello MentorS3, EP22 | The COCOdry Confidence Blueprint: Building the Beauty Brand That Empowers WomenKim May Chee’s journey with COCOdry began long before the brand existed, in her father’s small hair salon in Penang. As a child, she swept floors, helped customers, and quietly observed the beauty industry from the inside out. She saw how meaningful a simple service could be, but also how intimidating, inconsistent, and underserved the experience felt for many Malaysians. Years later, after hearing a podcast about Drybar in the U.S., everything clicked. Kim realised she could bring a localized, inclusive version of that experience to Malaysia, one designed for Asian hair textures, local culture, and the...
2025-12-161h 31
Hello MentorS3, E21 | How Aunty HR Became the Voice of Malaysia’s HR CommunityBefore she became known across LinkedIn as “Aunty HR,” Sim Ling Ku never planned a career in Human Resources. She didn’t study HR, she learned people. Growing up as the middle child in a humble family, she naturally stepped into the mediator role, the listener, the one everyone turned to. When she entered the working world in admin and support roles, the same thing happened: colleagues came to her with problems they didn’t dare voice elsewhere. Long before she held the title, she was already doing HR without knowing it. When she finally stepped into HR officially, she brou...
2025-12-022h 00
Hello MentorS3, E20 | From CEO to Startup Founder: Rohit Nambiar’s Reinvention StoryBefore becoming the founder of Sabai Health, Rohit Nambiar spent more than 21 years in the insurance industry, rising through the ranks across six countries and eventually becoming one of the youngest CEOs in Malaysia. He built his reputation at AXA, where he led regional strategy, M&A, digital transformation, and later helmed AXA Affin Life Insurance before taking on leadership roles with Tune Protect. Despite a decorated corporate career, something in him began to shift: after decades of certainty, structure, and scale, he wanted to build something new.
Rohit’s pivot to entrepreneurship wasn’t planned. After leav...
2025-11-251h 31
Hello MentorS3, E19 | “I Used to Hate Exercise”: Tiffany’s Leap from Banking to Building The Flow StudioBefore she became the founder of The Flow Studio, Malaysia’s leading yoga and Pilates brand, Tiffany Yow was crunching numbers in Melbourne’s banking world.
After seven years in finance, she decided to take a leap few would, leaving a stable career in Australia to move home and open a Pilates studio. “It wasn’t burnout,” she says. “I just wanted to do something meaningful.” What began as a personal search for movement and mental clarity soon grew into a full-blown business vision. Tiffany wasn’t always a fitness enthusiast.
In fact, she used to hate exercise...
2025-11-181h 21
Hello MentorS3, E18 | Building a Malaysian Startup in Your 20s: Joel & Joshua’s Buzz StoryJoshua and Joel Lim didn’t plan to become startup founders straight out of university but the pandemic had other ideas. What began as a simple university project to reduce plastic waste soon evolved into a full-fledged tech startup. The twins’ first idea, BeeBag, encouraged people to bring reusable bags by rewarding them with points. It was a clever concept that landed early partnerships with Sunway and local agencies but scaling a sustainability app in Malaysia proved difficult. The duo soon learned their first big founder lesson: a good idea isn’t always a viable business.
Determined not to...
2025-11-111h 04
Hello MentorS3, E17 | How Big Four Burnout Sparked Leng-Lei’s Leap to Aloe MindTho Leng-Lei took the “safe” road, LSE accounting, a Big Four desk, then private equity. It looked like success: stability, prestige, predictability. But behind spreadsheets and 2 a.m. audits, she felt herself slipping. The camaraderie was real, the exhaustion even more so, and the unspoken rule was simple: if you were still in the office at dawn, you were doing something right. When the pressure followed her into PE, dread became a daily alarm. Burnout and anxiety finally pushed her to pause for therapy, where she unpacked a lifetime of worth tied to achievement and learned that rest isn’t indu...
2025-10-281h 18
Hello MentorS3, E16 | Why I Left a Six-Figure Salary for Meaning: How Veronica Built Dainty CoWalking away from a stable, six-figure banking job wasn’t easy. After ten years in the industry, Veronica Chew didn’t leave because she had a perfect plan, she left because she chose happiness and purpose over a high paycheck. At 33, between lockdowns and long days of remote work, she began to question what really mattered. “I remember jogging at the park when it hit me,” she shared. “Happiness is more important.”
That thought changed everything. Being a banker, Veronica calculated her cash flow, it would last six months. And so, she took the leap. No grand business pla...
2025-10-211h 20
Hello MentorS3, E15 | Azran Osman-Rani's Journey with Naluri: Making Mental Health MeasurableAzran Osman-Rani is best known for taking AirAsia X from a bold idea to a household name. But after years at cruising altitude, he noticed a different turbulence across workplaces, stress, burnout, and lifestyle risks quietly chipping away at performance. That insight pulled him into a new cockpit: Naluri, the digital health company he co-founded to make mental well-being practical, measurable, and accessible for Malaysians and regional employers.
At AirAsia X, Azran learned to balance cost, scale, and customer experience with rigorous data. He brought the same operator’s discipline to health: if we can track on-time departu...
2025-10-141h 49
Hello MentorS3, E14 | How Jin Tan, CEO of Reskills Is Opening Doors to Education GloballyJin Tan didn’t set out to “fix” education in one swing. He kept seeing the same problem, smart Malaysians finishing courses with certificates but nothing convincing to show a hiring manager. That gap pushed him to found ReSkills not as another content library, but as a founder’s answer: learn the way work actually happens, small steps, clear proof, tight feedback.
Jin’s edge is operator discipline. He talks to employers first, then designs backward. Years of observing real hiring taught him a few hard truths: recruiters have minutes, not hours, portfolios beat promises, clarity beats hype. As a foun...
2025-10-071h 23
Hello MentorS3, EP13 | Fifty Tales: How Three Friends Rewrote KL’s Noodle StoryWalk into Fifty Tales in Sea Park, PJ, and you’ll taste a very Malaysian story told through noodles. The restaurant was founded and is helmed by three friends, Aaron Phua, Bimmy Soh, and Aaron Khor who each bring a distinct craft to the same bowl. Phua, a former National Barista Champion turned chef-restaurateur, leads the front-of-house energy and drinks program while bouncing in and out of the kitchen. Soh, a self-described dim sum zai, anchors fundamentals and operations. Khor, the chef-owner at the stoves, drives the kitchen’s pace and precision. Together, they’re the reason this “modern Malaysian noodl...
2025-09-301h 31
Hello MentorS3, S12 | Ethan Wong & Esther Erin: The Story Behind DododotsDododots started with a simple idea from Malaysian co-founders Ethan Wong and Esther Erin: if pimple patches help heal, they should also help you feel fine being seen. Instead of hiding blemishes, their fully coloured patches invite people to wear them proudly, cute, expressive, and effective.
The brand is playful with a purpose: acne care, minus the shame. What began as they are fixing their own “bad skin day” moments quickly clicked with Gen Z. Pop-ups, vending machines, and behind-the-scenes clips turned customers into a community and the founders keep that bond strong with random visit...
2025-09-231h 39
Hello MentorS3,E11| Malisse Tan Journey: From Women’s Health to Purposeful WorkMalisse Tan is a Malaysian entrepreneur and mum whose life took a sharp turn in 2017. Just weeks after welcoming her first child, she was diagnosed with Stage 2 Hodgkin’s lymphoma. She went through months of chemotherapy, shared her journey openly and came out of it determined to live and build with intention.
Today, Malisse is a mother of three and an advocate for living consciously. That identity sits alongside her work as a founder and career leader, her social profiles reflect the same three pillars she talks about often: family, health and meaningful work.
Her canc...
2025-09-161h 30
Hello MentorS3,E10 | How Content Creator Jessica Chaw Baked a Brand: The Lilian’s Cake House StoryJessica Chaw is the content-creator-turned-café entrepreneur behind Lilian’s Cake House, a mother–daughter brand cherished for its airy chiffon cakes, nostalgic interiors and soft-serve hospitality in Mont Kiara. Jessica runs the show day to day, her mum, Lilian, is the quiet maestro behind the bakes. What began as a home project during the 2020 MCO blossomed into a full-fledged café in March 2023, proof that a sweet idea, done simply and well, can travel far.
The playbook is disarmingly simple: use good ingredients, then make it beautiful. That’s why every slice is built on organic flour, om...
2025-09-021h 34
Hello MentorS3,E9 | Signature Market: How Edwin Wang Scaled Wellness for Everyday MalaysiansEdwin Wang is the co-founder and CEO of Signature Market, a Malaysian direct-to-consumer brand that began life in 2014 as “Signature Snack” with a simple mission: make healthy, natural products accessible and affordable. Co-founded with John Cheng, the company started online and grew by launching new products quickly, listening closely to customers, and pricing for everyday Malaysians.
Before Signature Market, Edwin spent two decades in tech and e-commerce (including an exit of everyday.com.my to LivingSocial) experience that shaped the company’s digital-first playbook: own the customer relationship, iterate fast, and ship value weekly.
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2025-08-261h 17
Hello MentorS3,E8 | Esther Tai: How Machino Became Malaysia’s Go-To Brand for Pretty, Comfortable HeelsEsther Tai is the co-founder of Machino, a fast-rising Malaysian footwear label built on one clear promise: style that never sacrifices comfort. Launched in 2020 with her sister, Amy, Machino took root during the pandemic and has since grown from a home operation into a beloved, community-driven brand. The name itself nods to Malaysia’s diversity, MAlay, CHinese, INdian, and Others, signalling the duo’s intent to celebrate local culture with every pair.
Raised around a mumpreneur and guided by an uncle who runs a decades-old shoe factory, Esther turned a lifelong love of heels into a business with...
2025-08-191h 11
Hello MentorS3, E7 | Build Tech the Easy Way: Inside Orangeleaf Consulting with Ellice NgEllice Ng (also known as Ellice Hendricks-Ng) is the co-founder and CEO of Orangeleaf Consulting, a Malaysia-born low-code consultancy helping enterprises modernize fast without heavy coding. Founded in 2018, Orangeleaf now serves clients across Malaysia and is expanding into Singapore, Japan and the Netherlands.
A former PR practitioner, Ellice pivoted into tech to close the gap between business teams and software delivery. Orangeleaf specializes in Mendix low-code, pairing enterprise rigor with visual development so non-technical teams can ship working apps in weeks, not months. The firm is an official Mendix partner and academy trainer. In 2024 she launched DoReMi...
2025-08-121h 40
Hello MentorS3, E6 | How PichaEats Helps Refugees in Malaysia Through Culinary EntrepreneurshipKim Lim is the co-founder and CEO of PichaEats, a social enterprise in Malaysia dedicated to empowering refugees through food entrepreneurship. Established in 2016, PichaEats collaborates with refugee chefs to provide authentic meals from their homelands, offering catering services for corporate events, weddings, and individual meal plans.
The inception of PichaEats was inspired by Kim's volunteer work at a refugee learning center during her university years. Witnessing firsthand the financial challenges faced by refugee families, which led to children dropping out of school, Kim and her co-founders sought a sustainable solution. They envisioned a platform where refugees could...
2025-08-051h 08
Hello MentorS3, E5 | From Passion to Business: How Lilin+Co Became Malaysia’s Candle Brand of ChoiceJulie Yim and Marcus Khoo, the dynamic duo behind Lilin+Co, have transformed a simple passion into Malaysia's leading artisanal candle brand. Their journey began in 2015 when Julie attended a wedding in Melbourne and received a soy candle as a favor. Inspired by its eco-friendly nature and superior scent, she envisioned introducing similar products to the Malaysian market .
In 2016, after extensive research and development, Julie and Marcus launched Lilin+Co. They identified a gap in the market for affordable yet high-quality soy candles and set out to fill it. Initially balancing their day jobs, Julie i...
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Life Confessions - SYOK Podcast [ENG]Is Gen-Z Really A Hiring Nightmare? Hiredly's Founder Answers | Life Confessions S4E16Hiredly’s founder, Derek Toh, breaks down the hiring trends shaking up Malaysia’s job market and Gen Z’s gig-economy mindset. He then lays bare the personal failures that forged his resilience and the hard lessons schools never teach about career setbacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2025-07-2848 min
Hello MentorS3, E4 | Bay Doucet Shares the Inside Story Behind Malaysia’s Iconic Thrift Shop, LOOOP.Bay Doucet is a Malaysian model, content creator, and the co-founder of LOOOP, a curated second-hand store in Kuala Lumpur that champions sustainable fashion through a consignment-based model.
Before venturing into the world of fashion entrepreneurship, Doucet was trained in graphic design. Her career took a creative turn when she joined Riuh, a curated platform for pop-up stores and creative workshops. It was here that she met Adani Bakhtiar and Emma Megan Khoo, with whom she would later co-found LOOOP. Established in May 2022, LOOOP was born out of a shared passion for sustainability and a d...
2025-07-221h 21
Hello MentorS3, E3 | Au Kai Zen of Kenny Hills: The Truth About Building a Successful F&B Brand in MalaysiaAu Kai Zen is the Managing Director of Kenny Hills Hospitality Group, the brand behind some of Malaysia’s most beloved cafés and eateries including Kenny Hills Bakers, Kenny Hills Coffee.
Coming from a medical background, Kai Zen made an unexpected leap into entrepreneurship, driven by a desire to build something meaningful and enduring. As a second-generation entrepreneur, he stepped into the family business with deep respect for its legacy and a fresh vision for its future. Despite not having formal experience in hospitality, he brought with him a sharp eye for structure, discipline and quality. Unde...
2025-07-151h 21
Hello MentorS3, S2 | Mr Money TV with Peter Yong: What It Takes to Build a Financial Content Brand in MalaysiaPeter Yong is the co-founder and face behind Mr Money TV, one of Malaysia’s most influential personal finance platforms. Before becoming “Mr Money,” Peter began his career in finance and corporate training. With a background in financial planning and a deep interest in personal development, he noticed a major gap, financial content that was both educational and genuinely relatable.
That insight led him to start Mr Money TV, a platform dedicated to helping Malaysians make better money decisions through easy-to-understand videos, honest takes and real-world financial advice. Today, Mr Money TV has grown into a trust...
2025-07-081h 40
Hello MentorS3, S1 | Timothy Tiah & Audrey Ooi | Building a Successful Coworking Space in Malaysia: The Truth Behind the ScenesTimothy Tiah and Audrey Ooi are both co-founders of Colony Co-working Space and on this podcast, we discussed on their entrepreneurial journey, leadership styles and running the business as a couple.
Timothy Tiah is a well-known entrepreneur and co-founder of Nuffnang, one of Malaysia's first and largest digital advertising platforms, which he co-founded in 2007. With his background in tech and digital marketing, Tim transitioned into the co-working space industry, co-founding Colony Co-Working Space in 2017.
His experience in building a successful startup and leading teams was instrumental in shaping the vision and growth of Colony...
2025-07-011h 40
Hello MentorCareer Growth with Hello Mentor Episode 3 – Next-Gen Tech Talent Wanted: Here’s How CelcomDigi Is Shaping ItIn this episode, Datin Dr Masdiana Sulaiman, Head of Innovation (Metaverse/Web 3.0) at CelcomDigi, offers a bold look into the future of tech and the role young talents can play in building it.
With decades of experience and a passion for future technologies, Dr Masdiana shares how CelcomDigi is preparing the next wave of digital leaders through real innovation in spaces like the Metaverse, blockchain, and immersive tech. From rethinking customer experiences to pioneering new use cases in Web 3.0, she reveals what it truly means to be at the frontier of tech- and why fresh minds are...
2025-06-1308 min
Hello MentorCareer Growth with Hello Mentor Episode 2 – From Graduate to Changemaker: Starting Here with CelcomDigiIn this episode, Lai Zhen Yoong, an Automation & AI Specialist at CelcomDigi, shares his inspiring journey from being an intern to landing a full-time role in one of Malaysia’s telco-tech companies.
As a former intern himself, Zhen Yoong opens up about what it really takes to transition from classroom theory to solving real-world problems in the tech space. From embracing continuous learning to working on AI-driven automation, he offers an insider’s look at how young talents can make meaningful contributions—right from the start.
He also shares how CelcomDigi’s supportive culture and innovati...
2025-06-0505 min
Hello MentorCareer Growth with Hello Mentor Episode 1: Building Malaysia's Digital Future, One Young Talent at a TimeIn this episode, Stephanie Leong, Head of Change Management & Employer Branding at CelcomDigi, shares how embracing change and being adaptable are essential skills for future-ready talent.
With years of experience leading transformation in a fast-paced tech environment, Stephanie offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to thrive in Malaysia’s leading telco. From building resilience to staying curious and open-minded, she unpacks the mindset young professionals need to succeed in today’s digital landscape.
She also talks about the CelcomDigi Young Talent Programme - a 2-year immersive journey that gives graduates real-world exposure across tech...
2025-05-2808 min
Enterprise ExploresFrom Salary to Culture: What Makes People Say Yes to a JobWhat do job seekers in Malaysia really want in 2025? It turns out, it’s not just about salary anymore. While pay still matters, many are prioritising things like growth, flexibility, and a workplace that actually respects their time. And what they won’t put up with? Vague job roles, slow hiring, and toxic cultures.In this conversation, Derek Toh, Founder and CEO of Hiredly Group, discusses the hard truths behind what’s driving people to accept (or reject) job offers today. He shares fresh insights from Hiredly’s latest Work Culture Report, what younger generations expect f...
2025-05-2028 minEnterprise ExploresMalaysia’s Talent Crunch: Are Businesses at Risk?Malaysia faces a talent crunch as fewer young people are choosing to continue into their tertiary education, which means that there are fewer workers entering the job market. With many SPM graduates opting for low-paying jobs over further studies, the value of a degree comes into question as the youth consider the cost-to-benefits of a degree in the current landscape. What does this mean for businesses? What can companies do in order to adjust to the talent squeeze in the job market?Today, we speak with Derek Toh, Founder and CEO at Hiredly Group as...
2025-02-2433 min
Hello MentorS2, EP11 | Spark & Jared - #OTW to Mastering Career Growth Through Practical Experience本集嘉宾 Spark 和 Jared 分享了 实操经验 对职业发展的关键作用。Spark 是资深价值投资者兼 Value In Mind Academy 创办人，YouTube 频道坐拥超30万订阅者和3,000万观看次数。Jared 是 SUMA College 院长，拥有12年数字营销经验，并深耕网络营销领域多年。
他们探讨了企业为何更看重 解决问题的实际能力，而非单纯的理论知识。同时，他们分享了通过 实习、销售 和 市场经验 如何帮助年轻求职者提前适应职场，找到真正热爱的职业方向。Spark 和 Jared 也强调了 主动承担责任、以结果为导向 的职场心态对职业成功的重要性。
如果你正迷茫于职业选择或想提升职场竞争力，这集节目将为你带来宝贵的建议与启发。
In this episode, Spark and Jared share how practical experience is the key to career development. Spark, a seasoned value investor and founder of Value In Mind Academy, has amassed over 300,000 subscribers and 30 million views on YouTube. Jared, the Dean of SUMA College, brings 12 years of expertise in digital marketing and extensive industry insights.
They discuss why problem-solving skills matter more to employers than theoretical knowledge. Through internships, sales roles, and real-world projects, young job seekers can better adapt to the workforce and discover careers they truly love. Spark and Jared also highlight the importance of taking ownership and focusing on results as crucial skills for long-term success.
If you're feeling uncertain about your career path or want to boost your competitiveness, this episode offers actionable tips and valuable insights to help you get ahead.
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2024-12-1733 min
开门见商00后进军职场！企业如何吸引新生代人才?随着00后逐渐成为职场新势力，节目深入讨论他们的职场期待、个人成长需求及对工作氛围的重视。来自Hiredly的人事部经理Joselyn分享了企业在疫情后的招聘转变，以及在吸引和留住年轻人才方面的策略。通过这场访谈，观众可以了解00后如何为企业带来创新价值，企业又该如何营造符合他们需求的职场文化，平衡工作与生活，增强员工归属感与工作满意度。See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-11-1941 min
Hello MentorS2, EP10 | Ashley Yeo - #OTW To Managing Your Energy BetterAshley Yeo不仅是马来西亚资深的商业律师，还是三位孩子的妈妈。作为一家律师事务所的创办人，她每天都在繁忙的工作和家庭之间寻找平衡。除了法律工作，Ashley还是小红书上最受欢迎的马来西亚法律博主之一，擅长用简单易懂的方式解释复杂的法律概念，帮助观众更好地理解法律。我们特别邀请她来到我们的播客，分享她是如何在事业和家庭中自如切换，同时保持充沛的精力。
在这一集中，Ashley将与我们探讨她是如何通过管理精力而非时间来应对忙碌的生活。她会分享自己“工作与生活融合”的理念，告诉我们如何在工作、家庭和社交媒体之间合理分配精力，确保每一件事都井井有条。对于那些希望提升工作效率并找到生活平衡的听众，这集节目必将为你带来不少启发和实用建议。
Ashley Yeo is not only a commercial lawyer in Malaysia but also a mother of three. As the founder of her own law firm, she juggles the demands of a busy career and family life every day. In addition to her legal work, Ashley is one of the most popular Malaysian legal content creators on Xiao Hong Shu, where she simplifies complex legal concepts to help her audience better understand the law. We’ve invited her to our podcast today to share how she navigates between her career and family while maintaining her energy and focus.
In this episode, Ashley will discuss how she manages her energy, rather than just her time, to handle her hectic life. She will share her concept of "work-life integration" and explain how she prioritizes her energy between work, family, and social media to keep everything running smoothly. For those looking to boost their productivity and find a better work-life balance, this episode is sure to offer plenty of insights and practical advice.
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2024-10-2322 min
Hello MentorS2, EP9 | Reuben Kang - #OTW To Creative Mastery: Navigating the Journey of a StorytellerIn this exciting episode of Hello Mentor, we’re joined by the talented Reuben Kang, a visionary writer-director and master storyteller. Best known for his work on JinnyboyTV and as the founder of Imagineers Film, Reuben has created memorable web films for major celebrations like Chinese New Year, Hari Raya, and Merdeka.
Reuben takes us behind the scenes of his creative journey, sharing surprising stories and revealing how he balances artistic vision with the pressures of creating content that resonates with millions. He dives into his unique creative process and how his upbringing shaped his authentic storytelling st...
2024-10-071h 10
Hello MentorS2, EP8 | Edd Zain - #OTW to Thriving as a FreelancerEpisod ini menampilkan Edd Zain—pereka UI/UX, coach bebas, penulis, pembicara, dan juga seringkali berkongsi tentang kesedaran kesihatan mental. Kisah hidup Edd sangat menginspirasikan! Bermula dari pereka UI/UX untuk syarikat permulaan teknologi, kini menjadi penyokong untuk pekerja bebas (freelance) yang sedang menghadapi cabaran kerjaya dan kesihatan mental.
Jangan lepaskan peluang untuk mendengar perbualan yang menarik dan penuh inspirasi ini, padat dengan tips berguna, cerita motivasi, dan langkah-langkah praktikal untuk tingkatkan kerjaya bebas dan kesejahteraan mental anda.
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Get ready for an insightful chat with Edd Zain, a true multi-hyphenate! Not only is...
2024-09-101h 01
Hello MentorS2, EP7 | Deborah Henry - #OTW To Changing the World One Step At A TimeIn this inspiring episode of Hello Mentor, we sit down with Deborah Henry — a pageant queen who was crowned Miss Universe Malaysia in 2011 and continues to use her platform to do great, meaningful work as a TV host, and passionate humanitarian. Deborah shares her journey from the world of fashion and beauty pageants to founding Fugee.org, an organization dedicated to providing education and support for refugees in Malaysia.
🔗 Follow Deborah Henry on Instagram: @deborahenry
Fugee, on a separate note, is a non-profit organization founded by Deborah , dedicated to providing education and support for refugee child...
2024-08-2745 min
Hello MentorS2, EP6 | Angeline - #OTW To Building Your Confidence in the WorkplaceAngeline 黄玉丽是 988 电台的 DJ，负责逢星期一至五早上6点到10点的《早点Up》。她不仅是一位知性且充满正面情绪的活动与婚礼主持人，还曾在 Astro AEC 电视新闻节目《新闻报报看》担任幕后制作。她曾在 one FM 和 8FM 电台工作，并主持过《Morning Kaki》和《日日好精神》等节目。此外，Angeline 还出版了两本提倡正面思维的著作，分别是《Power Bank:快乐Load不完》和《Power Bank: Full能量》。
在这次访谈中，Angeline 回顾了早期职业生涯如何克服羞怯，并分享了在广播和主持中提升自信的经历。她介绍了在公共场合讲话的一些小技巧，以及为重要演讲或活动做准备的独特方法。Angeline 还提到，在团队工作时如何确保自己的声音被听到，并通过良好沟通解决冲突的经验。面对工作压力和紧张情绪时，她分享了保持自信的心态和方法，并探讨了失败和错误对自信的影响。最后，她为想进入广播或主持行业的年轻人提供了建议，也为职场中感到害羞和缺乏自信的人提出了实用的建议。
Angeline is a DJ at 988 Radio, hosting the show "早点Up" from 6 AM to 10 AM, Monday through Friday. She is not only an insightful and positive event and wedding host but also has experience working behind the scenes on the Astro AEC TV news program "新闻报报看". Angeline has worked at one FM and 8FM, hosting shows such as "Morning Kaki" and "日日好精神". Additionally, she has authored two books promoting positive thinking: "Power Bank:快乐Load不完" and "Power Bank: Full能量".
In this interview, Angeline reflected on how she overcame shyness early in her career and shared her experiences of building confidence in broadcasting and hosting. She introduced some practical tips for public speaking and unique methods for preparing for important speeches or events. Angeline also discussed how to ensure her voice is heard in a team setting and shared her experiences of resolving conflicts through effective communication. When facing work pressure and anxiety, she explained her mindset and strategies for maintaining confidence, and she explored the impact of failures and mistakes on self-confidence. Finally, she offered advice for young people aspiring to enter the broadcasting or hosting industry an
2024-08-0827 min
Hello MentorS2, EP5 | Dr Aen - #OTW to Successfully Changing CareerSelamat datang ke Episod 5 Hello Mentor Musim 2, #OTW to Successfully Changing Career,” yang dihoskan oleh Syasya Madu! Minggu ini, kita akan dengar tentang perjalanan luar biasa Dr. Aen, pengasas produk penjagaan kulit Alluskin. Bayangkan betapa beraninya Dr Aen mengambil langkah meninggalkan kerjaya stabil dalam bidang perubatan untuk menceburi dunia keusahawanan! Kisahnya memberi ilham untuk anda mengikuti minat dan menempuh cabaran baru dalam kerjaya. Dalam episod ini, beliau berkongsi momen penting yang membangkitkan semangat keusahawanannya, cabaran yang dihadapi, dan strategi unik yang membawa kejayaan dalam Alluskin.
Peralihan Dr. Aen dari bidang perubatan ke penjagaan kulit memang luar biasa. Ke...
2024-07-3036 min
Hello MentorS2, EP4 | Afiq & Hafiz - #OTW to Successfully Running A Business with FriendsTerbang dari kokpit ke dapur, dua juruterbang berkongsi kisah menarik! Apabila COVID “mematahkan sayap” dua juruterbang ini, mereka tak putus asa untuk terus terbang tinggi! Dalam episod 4 ini, menampilkan Hafiz Rahman dan Afiq Nazar yang berjaya bangkit bersama dan mengembangkan perniagaan mereka dalam Grill Haven.
Bermula dari menjual lemonade, Afiq disunting menjadi founder bersama Hafiz dengan berkongsi kepakaran masing-masing dalam selok-belok dunia perniagaan. Kisah mereka berkisarkan persahabatan, inovasi dan burger estetik yang anda tak nak terlepas! Dengarkan cerita mereka yang penuh inspirasi yang dihoskan oleh Syasya Madu. Strim episod ini sekarang!
Lihat...
2024-07-1434 min
Hello MentorS2 EP3 | Christy Ng - #OTW To Breaking Down Barriers and Ignoring LimitsJoin us for an inspiring episode of Hello Mentor featuring Christy Ng, the founder of Christy Ng Shoes. In this episode, Christy shares the challenges she faced in building her brand from the ground up, highlighting the pivotal role of mentorship and support from friends during her toughest times. From starting her business with a simple idea to now having multiple stores across the country, Christy's journey is a testament to resilience, innovation, and the power of a strong support network.
Tune in to hear her story and insights on entrepreneurship, growth, and the future of Christy...
2024-07-0255 min
Hello MentorS2, EP2 | Hong Mei - #OTW To Building Your Personal Brand
刘红梅（Law Hong Mei）是The Olive Tree的创始人。她在41岁时开始了她的创业旅程。虽然在四十多岁才开始创业，但她在Triumph International和Levi Strauss的工作经验为她的创业奠定了坚实的基础。从去年开始，她在小红书、TikTok和Instagram上记录她的故事并分享她的知识，在短短15个月内就在小红书吸引了1.6万粉丝。
在本期播客中，我们将与红梅讨论她如何打造个人品牌。红梅将分享她从Levi’s到创业的转变过程，通过小红书建立个人品牌的经验，与不同世代共鸣的方法，以及在社交媒体快速变化中保持品牌真实性的策略。她还会谈到在建立品牌过程中所犯的错误和收获的经验，给年轻人的建议，以及个人品牌对她领导风格和公司文化的影响。
Hong Mei is the founder of The Olive Tree. She started her entrepreneurial journey when she was 41. Although she began her business in her forties, her vast experience in corporate roles at Triumph International and Levi Strauss provided her with a strong foundation to manage her business. Since last year, she has been recording her stories and sharing her knowledge on Xiao Hong Shu, TikTok, and Instagram, and has managed to gain an impressive 16k followers on Xiao Hong Shu within 15 months.
In this podcast episode, we'll dive into how Hong Mei crafted her personal brand. Hong Mei will share her journey from Levi's to entrepreneurship, her insights on building a strong personal brand on platforms like Xiao Hong Shu, tips for connecting with different generations, and strategies for keeping her brand genuine amidst the ever-evolving landscape of social media. She'll also open up about the hiccups she encountered along the way and...
2024-06-2139 min
Hello MentorS2, EP1 | Natalie Kniese - #OTW To Communicating Better In The WorkplaceIn this podcast episode, Natalie shares the importance of communication in an organisation and the traits of a communicative and comprehensive person. She talks about the different techniques that can help a person face the fear of speaking in public and stagefright, and she stresses on the importance of practising your communication techniques for whether you’re at work, on stage or at home. Natalie shares some challenges of how she went from being a host on radio to starting a communication business, and how she manages her time and work-life balance.
To check out Nat...
2024-05-2522 min
Open For BusinessHiredly’s Journey to Meet Evolving Demands of WorkplacesPost-pandemic, Malaysia has experienced a gradual decline in unemployment, however the paradigm shift in work dynamics during the pandemic continues, and now sees many of the younger generations placing different priorities on what they seek in a job.Hiredly, a leading hybrid recruitment platform in the realm of talent acquisition, specifically targets Gen Y and Z, recognizing their evolving working preferences. It comprises both a job portal and a headhunting recruitment solution, focusing on junior to mid-management talents.Today on Open for Business, we speak with Derek Toh, the Founder and...
2024-01-0940 minEnterprise ExploresHow ‘Lazy Management’ And ‘Fake Work’ Are Strangling The Tech IndustryThe phenomenon of "fake work" is steadily gaining attention in major tech corporations, and it's raising considerable concerns regarding company culture and efficiency. Fake work refers to the tasks that often carry no discernible impact on a company's broader objectives. It includes actions such as creating unnecessary reports, having unproductive meetings, and performing tasks that only exist to justify an employee's role or to embellish a manager's portfolio.We hear from Derek Toh of Hiredly, the leading hybrid recruitment platform for junior to mid-management talent to shed some light on the topic.
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人生第一次 - SYOK Podcast [CHI]你遇到过的奇葩简历和离谱面试的故事（下集）｜人生第一次 ft.Hiredly人力资源经理，Joselyn Lau随着毕业季来临的就是学生们要开始找工作了，上集我们聊到简历到底要怎么写、怎么写才能让HR更容易看到你。这一集我们来聊关于面试、试用期、裸辞等更多内容！
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人生第一次 - SYOK Podcast [CHI]你遇到过的奇葩简历和离谱面试的故事（上集）｜人生第一次 ft.Hiredly人力资源经理，Joselyn Lau随着毕业季来临的就是学生们要开始找工作了，那人生第一份简历到底要怎么写，怎么写才能让HR更容易看到你？而面试时又要注意什么？点击收听，你想知道的全都在这一集！
2023-07-2022 min
Actsplore ThisEP 48: How to Thrive in an Evolving Work Environment with Derek TohWith the rise of remote work, widespread layoffs, and technological disruptions, it can be challenging to navigate and thrive in this evolving (and frankly, sometimes overwhelming!) work environment. To shed light on this topic, we have Derek Toh on the pod with us this week.Derek is an accomplished entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the recruitment industry. He is the founder and CEO of Hiredly, a groundbreaking AI-driven recruitment platform that connects companies with top talent. Derek is passionate about helping people find fulfilling careers and is a thought leader on the future of work.
2023-04-0345 minEnterprise ExploresInterns Are Not Free Labour.Internships are part of many university students’ training programmes to ease them into the workforce before they step into the ‘real world’. With that being said, most interns are given little to no salary. Besides, Malaysia’s minimum wage does not cover interns, unfortunately. We speak to Derek Toh, founder and CEO of Hiredly to discuss why interns are not covered under the minimum wage and whether it is even legal for companies to offer unpaid internships.Photo Credit : Shutterstock | stoatphotoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-12-1530 min
SEA of StartupsDerek Toh - HiredlyThis week we are joined by Derek Toh of Hiredly, which is a a leading online to offline recruitment platform for junior to mid-management talent, including both a job portal and headhunter recruiter solution.This was a great conversation where we go from Derek’s time as a headhunter to his realization of the importance of information beyond the job description and beyond the CV. We talk about scaling the two sides of the marketplace and what the typical job postings are. We wrap things up by talking about their future plans and a bit about the outl...
2022-11-2242 minEnterprise ExploresStartups’ Wishlist For Budget 2023Budget 2023 is set to be tabled with the theme “Strengthening Recovery, Facilitating Reforms Towards Sustainable Socio-Economic Resilience of Keluarga Malaysia”. Along this vein, we decided to take a hard look at Malaysia’s current employability rate and job market with a check in on our startup ecosystem with Derek Toh, Founder and CEO of Hiredly. Brought to you by Mah Sing. Reinvent Spaces. Enhance LifeImage Credit: Shutterstock | Natee K JindakumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-10-0629 min
Notepad with Ibrahim SaniIbrahim Sani's with Notepad: Budget 2023 | Empowering YouthJoin Derek Toh, Founder & CEO, Hiredly to talk about Budget 2023: Empowering Youth.
2022-10-0425 min
Resource CentreDo You (Want To) Know How Much Your Teammates Are Paid?While salary transparency is a big step towards pay equity, experts say Malaysia is quite a ways away from embracing open communication about compensation for various reasons. Derek Toh from Hiredly talks to us about first steps in Malaysia; if it’s OK to openly speak about your salary, and how this will impact employees and organisations here.Image Credit: Shutterstock | eamesBotSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2022-09-2624 min
AWANI ReviewAWANI Review: Matching the right talent to the right rolesGetting the right people into the right roles is just the first step. It takes commitment to continuously grow them. “If they can see a vision for themselves, not just for the company, the tendency to stay is much higher,” says Hiredly CEO Derek Toh.
2022-07-2324 min
Mamak SessionsEpisode 97 - How To Land Your Dream Job After GraduationAfter exams and assignments, looking for a job after graduation might be a scary stage in life especially when you don't know what to look for when looking for your first job.
We speak to an industry specialist who shares with us the common mistakes and tips one could take note of when looking for their first job.
Thanks to Hiredly for being a part of this podcast! And if you're looking for a job be sure to check out
hiredly.com/mamak
If you’re looking for career advice, follow them at...
2022-05-301h 13
Hello MentorEP 37 | Jenn Low - What is Compassionate Leadership?In this podcast episode, Jenn shared the importance of compassionate leadership in an organisation and the traits of a compassionate leader. She talks about making tough decisions and handling areas where business needs are in conflict with employee needs. Jenn shares some challenges of being a compassionate leader and how she handles instances where employees take this leadership style for granted.
To check out Wanderlust + Co and the previous episode as mentioned in the podcast, here are the links:
https://spoti.fi/3djuSW9
https://www.wanderlustandco.com/
https://www.ins...
2022-03-181h 03
Hello MentorEP 36 | Sean Tan (iherng) - What You Need to Know Before Buying Your First PropertyIn this podcast episode, Sean shares his first property purchase and how it happened. Sean talks about the top three factors to consider when buying a property in Malaysia and what kind of property should young Malaysians be looking for. Sean also shares common ruinous mistakes and investment advice for beginners that are looking to invest in real estate.
To check iherng’s Youtube channel as mentioned in the podcast, here is the link:
https://www.youtube.com/c/Iherng
With the intention of funding his architectural studies overseas, SeanT...
2022-01-191h 13
Hello MentorEP 35 | Wong Wai Ken - Stash Your Money The Right WayIn this podcast episode, Wai Ken shares the common ruinous mistakes a newbie diving into investments makes. He talks about how much money he would advise a beginner to allocate for investment and some common investing advice people should ignore. Wai Ken shares the success rate of earning returns based on the history in StashAway. At the end of the podcast, Wai Ken talks about the popularity and practicality of investing in Crypto currencies and NFTs.
To check StashAway as mentioned in the podcast, here is the link:
https://www.stashaway.my/
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2021-12-081h 20
Hello MentorEP 34 | Advent Phang - Behind The Scenes of a Tech Startup“Being in a startup is tough. People that want to join a startup might think you will free up your time and achieve financial freedom, but there is actually a lot of grind behind the scenes.” --- Advent Phang
In this podcast episode, Advent shares personal stories of his entrepreneurial journey with HealthMetrics. He talks about the differences between being a CTO in a tech startup and a corporate company. Advent shares the challenges faced and lessons learned when building a tech startup.
To check HealthMetrics as mentioned in the podcast, here is the li...
2021-11-1749 minOpen For BusinessWhen The World Stops Flying, What Then?With the long hold on the travel industry, the industry has been adapting in order to survive. GoQuo is a platform that helps airlines manage their flight tickets and create dynamic travel bundles. We speak to Ron Ramanan, CEO and Founder to find out how they are adapting and their journey ahead. Image Credit: Hiredly | my.hiredly.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-08-2715 min
Hello MentorEP 33 | Melvin Chee - Behind The Brands: Pocket Angel, Thousand Miles, Bottoms Lab and more!“I grew up in a small town in Perak with barely internet access throughout my life because my parents were really strict with the internet. When I went to Melbourne, I was like ‘wow, people actually transact online and I’ve never thought about e-commerce or online business.’” --- Melvin Chee
In this podcast episode, Melvin shares personal stories of his entrepreneurial journey since 2014 back in Melbourne. He talks about how and why he started RPG back then in Melbourne and why he returned to Malaysia. He shares the biggest lesson learned over the years while buildi...
2021-05-111h 03
Hello MentorEP 32 | Andrew Yap - Crazy Low Prices from Big Bad Wolf Books & BookXcess“One day, a book distributor from overseas approached us and said ‘Hey, we have some books to clear’. We tried selling all the books for RM8 and it just went crazy.” --- Andrew Yap
In this podcast episode, Andrew shares personal stories of how he started his entrepreneurial journey at 14 years old. Andrew talks about the Big Bad Wolf book sale and how he managed to sell books at such affordable prices. He shares the biggest challenges during the pandemic and how it has forced his company to grow stronger. He shares advice to people who want to...
2021-04-151h 35
Hello MentorEP 31 | Edmund Tan - The Inside Scoop of Inside Scoop“I always knew that I wanted to start my own business at some point in time and I worked in corporate finance for about 10 years. In my eighth or ninth year, I was already itching to get out to try something on my own.” --- Edmund Tan
In this podcast episode, Edmund shares behind the scenes of Inside Scoop and how he started the company with his wife, Shiew Li. He speaks about challenges faced during MCO and they coped with the pandemic. He talks about the process of introducing a new ice cream flavor. Lastly...
2021-03-2442 min
Hello MentorEP 30 | Adlina Nadirah - On Building a Homegrown Cosmetics Brand in Malaysia: Velvet Vanity“I had a lot of free time during my last semester in University, so I decided to take orders for beauty products from overseas to Malaysia.” --- Adlina Nadirah
In this podcast episode, Adlina shares the story of why and how “Velvet Vanity” started. She talks about the advantages of being an indie cosmetics brand competing with the more established companies. She shares challenges unique to operating in the Malaysian beauty market and how she overcame the challenges. She talks about her future plans and her newest scarf line, Plush.
To check out Ve...
2021-02-2458 min
Hello MentorEP 29 | Goh Ai Ching - On Building An All-In-One Visual Communication Tool: Piktochart“I got very sick and I was bedridden for 3 months. I was wondering ‘what on earth am I doing with my life? I’m so young to go through this.’” --- Goh Ai Ching
In this podcast episode, Ai Ching shares stories of how and why she started Piktochart. She talks about her working experience in corporate companies and how these experiences have changed her. She shares lessons learned over the years while building Piktochart and gives advice on building effective communication as well as useful interview advice.
To check out Piktochart as...
2021-02-101h 30
Hello MentorEP 28 | Charis Ow - Can You Make A Career Out of Youtube?“The biggest change was not being able to have photo shoots during the MCO. I have to expect that things may not happen but I’m very thankful that I still have opportunities and I’ve also pivoted.” --- Charis Ow
In this podcast episode, Charis shares personal stories about her career as a singer, host and content creator. She shares popular and less common advice that people should follow and advice that people should ignore. She talks about her future plans and her new venture that she has been working on.
To check...
2020-12-231h 18
Hello MentorEP 27 | Amy Zheng - On Building a Malaysian Healthy Snack Brand: Amazin’ GrazeIn this podcast episode, Amy shares personal stories and experiences living abroad before moving to Malaysia to start her own venture. Amy talks about the journey of building Amazin’ Graze, the healthy and tasty local snacks brand. She shares some of the biggest lessons learned over the years while building the company and advice to young people who aspire to start a business like Amazin’ Graze.
Amy Zheng (@amyuzheng) was born in the bustling city of Shanghai, grew up in Australia’s cultural capital Melbourne, and has become an integrated resident of Kuala Lumpur after living...
2020-12-091h 51
Hello MentorEP 26 | Sandra Woo - On Being A Wellness Instructor, Yoga and More“I was never the kind that could survive our school system. At the age of 17, I told myself I’m either going to make it and I’m going to make it very differently or I’m going to crumble.” --- Sandra Woo
In this podcast episode, Sandra shares how she first took up the practice of yoga and how it has shaped her values in life. She talks about the common misconception about yoga and what are some of the first things people should try if they are new to yoga. She shares the challenges...
2020-11-261h 23
Hello MentorEP 25 | Talitha Tan - From Covering Songs on Youtube to Being A Singer-Songwriter“Back then, I didn’t know anything about the music scene in Malaysia. My parents were overprotective and didn’t allow me to go out at all. It was music that opened so many doors for me.” --- Talitha Tan
In this podcast episode, Talitha shares the story behind why decided to pursue music as her career and her family’s thoughts about her career. She talks about the challenges faced when she released her first single. Talitha shares her song-writing process and her approach on days when she doesn’t feel inspired. She gives advice to you...
2020-11-121h 44
Hello MentorEP 24 | Sharina Shahrin - What Is It Really Like Being A Full-time Visual Artist?“I’ve always loved expressing myself. I’ve always loved communicating my emotions through art and performing. By the time I had to decide for University, I knew I wanted to do something creative because this is what I love.” --- Sharina Shahrin
In this podcast episode, Sharina shares personal experiences living abroad and how this has shaped her perspective in life. She talks about her career being a visual artist in Malaysia and some of the challenges behind the scenes. Sharina shares her creative process when it comes to creating art and how she gets insp...
2020-11-051h 35
Hello MentorEP 23 | Mark O’Dea - Former Boy Band Member Turned Malaysian Show Host and Youtuber“If it wasn’t for the boy band, I wouldn’t have come to Malaysia and really fell in love with it. When I was in the boy band, I had so much free time so I started a Youtube Channel and that’s when I got noticed by The 8TV Quickie. ” --- Mark O’Dea
In this podcast episode, Mark shares how he made the decision to move to Malaysia many years back to join the boy band - The London Boys. He talks about being a social media personality and how he first started buildi...
2020-10-291h 19
Hello MentorEP 22 | Josiah Ng - On Being A Three-time Olympian and The First Malaysian in the Cycling Olympic Finals“I remember getting grounded and all the physical altercations with my parents at age 16 until one day my dad finally said to me, ‘Hey son, you look like you’re determined so when you turn the age of 18, you’re officially an adult, you can choose your own pathway but not under our rooftop.’”--- Josiah Ng
In this podcast episode, Josiah shares inspiring stories on his journey on becoming a three-time Olympian, representing Malaysia in Athens 2004, Beijing 2008 and London 2012. Josiah talks about his passion for bicycles and how he pursued his dreams in a fairly traditional family from...
2020-10-271h 39
Hello MentorEP 21 | Hannah Tan - On Being An Actress, Singer-Songwriter and Model Who Dropped Out of High School“I was a very emotional child and running away from home was my first instinct, I was rebellious and I wanted to show my parents I don't want to conform. Life begins at that moment when I realised how difficult it was to crawl through life.” --- Hannah Tan
In this podcast episode, Hannah shares personal stories and lessons learnt ever since running away from home at the age of 16 and how she sustained herself at that time. She talks about her journey and career as an entrepreneur, TV host, singer and an actress. She gives...
2020-09-302h 18
Hello MentorEP 20 | Maggy Wang - Behind The Scenes of A Radio Host in FlyFM, TV Host, Certified Fitness Coach and More“I’ve always wanted to be an actress, but somehow along the way I found hosting then fell in love with it.” --- Maggy Wang
In this podcast episode, Maggy shares the ups and downs of her journey as a radio host in FlyFM for seven years. She gives advice to young people who want to build a career as a radio presenter. She shares about one of her biggest motivations to do well in life and how she coped with hardships. She talks about building Motion Lab with her partner and gives advice to couples...
2020-09-231h 25
Hello MentorEP 19 | Dian Lee - On Being One of The Youngest Property Developers in Malaysia“I was quite a rebellious teenager, I’ve always had a mind of my own and have always been very, very curious. ” --- Datin Dian Lee
In this podcast episode, Datin Dian shares how she became one of the youngest property developers in Malaysia when she founded The Clearwater Group, an award-winning boutique property development company. She talks about entrepreneurship and how she juggles multiple businesses at the same time. She shares struggles of building her own business despite coming from a business family and how she overcame those challenges.
To check out The Clearwater Group a...
2020-09-101h 30
Hello MentorEP 18 | Anwar Jumabhoy - What is Entrepreneurship?"If entrepreneurship was easy, everyone would start a business." - Anwar Jumabhoy
In this podcast episode, Anwar shares the challenges entrepreneurs face in Malaysia. He talks about the most common reasons why entrepreneurs fail in Malaysia. He gives advice to aspiring entrepreneurs and tips to overcome the common challenges entrepreneurs face.
To check out Anwar’s website as mentioned in the podcast, here is the link:
https://www.anwarjumabhoy.com/
Anwar Jumabhoy (@ajumabhoy) works closely with Entrepreneurs and CEO’s as a Mentor and Business Coach. Anwar serves on the Adv...
2020-08-261h 05
Hello MentorEP 17 | Ahmad Hakym - What Is It Really Like To Be An Architect?“Most of us have an artsy side that we have not discovered yet. I was really timid to show my drawings to my father when I was younger because my father is an architect and he was also a cartoonist in the 80s.” - Ahmad Hakym
In this podcast episode, Hakym shares personal stories such as his motivations in architecture, how Hakym’s upbringing influences his love for art and more. Hakym talks about KL Sketchnation and gives advice to fresh graduates who aspire to be an architect. He shares the importance of community building and adv...
2020-08-191h 13
Hello MentorEP 16 | Zee Avi - A Malaysian Youtube Sensation Making Waves From Local to Global“I was actually born and bred to be a lawyer but I was very rebellious. I did not tell my family or friends that I was posting music on Youtube as Kokokaina. My parents knew that I love singing but I was really afraid at first, that’s why I did it in secret.” --- Zee Avi
In this podcast episode, Zee Avi shares her dreams growing up as a Sarawakian. She talks about what made her come home and how she reconnected with the local music scene after residing in the United States for many ye...
2020-08-051h 37
Hello MentorEP 15 | Julian Yee - On Being Malaysia’s First Ever Olympic Figure Skater“We were so narrow-minded back then because skating was very new to us, we didn’t know much. A lot of things we did were just within our community and that made me realize there’s so much more I can do with skating. ” --- Julian Yee
In this podcast episode, Julian shares his inspiring journey of being the first Olympic figure skater in Malaysia. He talks about his Olympics Winter Games experience in Korea and tips to cope with stressful situations. He shares ways on how to stay disciplined and several important lessons he learnt thr...
2020-07-291h 25
Hello MentorEP 14 | Ta Wan Qian - On Being the Founder of Tata Studios and A Content Creator“I’ve always had a thing for video production. When I was in primary school, I used to carry a video camera around and that’s when I developed my interest for video-making and video production.” --- Ta Wan Qian
In this podcast episode, Tata shares how she turned her video-making hobby into a career. She shares behind the scenes of being a content creator as well as the ups and downs of her profession. She gives advice on how to pursue your passion if you feel lost. She talks about Tata Studios and interesting collabora...
2020-07-221h 08
Hello MentorEP 13 | Andrea Ross - What Is It Really Like Being a Recruiter?“It’s a great career, it pays really well, you get paid to talk to people everyday, you meet fascinating people, why would you not work to have that? “ - Andrea Ross
In this podcast episode, Andrea shares her journey in recruitment and what it really means being a recruiter. She shares advice to fresh graduates that are currently deciding on a career to pursue. She gives tips on how job seekers should stay competitive when looking for a job in the new normal and more. Lastly, she talks about The Career Establishment and the solutio...
2020-07-151h 01
Hello MentorEP 12 | Nana Al-Haleq - On Being A Fitness Enthusiast and An Entrepreneur“When I was in my early 20s, I suffered from depression as a result of feeling lost after graduating from university. I took a leap of faith and devoted myself to fitness — and it saved my life.” — Nana Al-Haleq
In this podcast episode, Nana shares her journey from being a psychology major to starting a career in fitness. She talks about techniques and tips to help people who struggle to get started with working out as well as several workout techniques at home. At the end of the episode, Nana talks about the challenges of being a co-founde...
2020-07-011h 35
Hello MentorEP 11 | Aiman Azlan - On Being Successful Despite The Uncertainties“I have always been a talkative kid and I grew up wanting to be a motivational speaker. Even though it is difficult and uncertain, I had to figure things out as I went. It is scary but exciting at the same time.” - Aiman Azlan
In this podcast episode, Aiman shares uncommon advice to students that are currently deciding on a degree to pursue or young professionals that are currently paving their career paths. He talks about his first full time job and his journey as an author, youth mentor and a motivational speaker. He also speaks abou...
2020-06-171h 15
Hello MentorEp 10 | Finding Your Way in an Uncertain Job MarketWith the current pandemic, COVID-19 affecting the entire world, many job seekers are naturally concerned about job stability and are worried that they are unable to find a new one, or with fresh graduates who are entering the job market soon at such an unfortunate time.
To address this, we have invited some experts from industries that are still hiring, Dato’ Ng Wan Peng, Dawn Seng and Siew Mee to weigh in on the current job market in Malaysia and to help job seekers find their way in these uncertain times - in an online panel discussion....
2020-06-111h 20
Hello MentorEP 9 | Rozella Marie - On Positive Body Image and a Career as a Local Musician“People used to call me names because I was born with a birthmark on my face and it affected my confidence a lot. I shied away from a lot of things and people and that’s how my love for music developed.” - Rozella Marie
In this podcast episode, Rozella talks about her experience growing up with a birthmark on her face and how she has struggled with body image issues. She shares about overcoming low self-esteem and building confidence. Rozella talks about her career as a local musician in Malaysia as well as being the founder of a s...
2020-06-021h 23
Hello MentorEP 8 | Bella Kuan - Life of a Digital Content Creator and an Entrepreneur“I work as a digital content creator and many people might think it’s not a real job or a profession.” - Bella Kuan
In this podcast episode, Bella shares how content creating has changed from blogpost to Instagram. She talks about some common misconceptions about being an influencer and content creator to young people who want to be a social media content creator. She speaks about how luck and timing play a role in success and being a co-founder of the organic skincare brand - Handmade Heroes.
To check out Handmade Heroes as mentioned in the...
2020-05-191h 31
Hello MentorEP 7 | Jenn Low - On Being an Entrepreneur and Behind the Scenes of Wanderlust + Co“I’ve always loved fashion, I knew that I wanted to make more money, eat better food and buy nicer things without asking for more money from my dad. I was studying in Melbourne, and I thought to myself that if I waited until graduation to get a job, wouldn’t that be just too late?” - Jenn Low
----more----In this podcast episode, Jenn shares personal stories and memorable lessons throughout her entrepreneurial journey - from her part-time job in Australia until today. Topics such as being a compassionate leader, being gritty, luck and more were discussed in this...
2020-05-061h 41
Hello MentorEP 6 | Melissa Tan - On Resilience, Timing and Zero-Waste Living“The light was getting dimmer and dimmer and I was getting older. I got rejected each time but I still throw my name in the hat every year.” --- Melissa Tan
In this podcast episode, Melissa shares her transition from corporate companies to the entertainment industry. She shares her story and what it was like competing in Asia’s Next Top Model. Melissa talks about zero-waste living and shares some tips on how you can start reducing and recycling waste.
To check out Melissa’s blog and Instagram (as discussed in the podcast), here are the links...
2020-04-211h 09
Hello MentorEP 5 | Giden Lim and Penny Choo - On Starting an E-commerce Business with Your Spouse“Our home was our office, production place and the fresh flowers we bought were kept in our own fridge. It was just the two of us handling everything from operations to website building, to customer service and delivery for at least eight months.” - Giden Lim & Penny Choo
In this podcast episode, Giden and Penny share stories on building BloomThis together as a couple and how conflict resolutions look like in their household. They talk about their background and how it shaped and contributed to their successes today. They share advice to young entrepreneurs who want to star...
2020-04-071h 41
Hello MentorEP 4 | Hugh Koh - On Building a Malaysian Streetwear Brand: Pestle & Mortar from Scratch“Arnold, Arthur and I wanted to start a clothing line when we were 16. We had no money and knew nothing about business. We tried it but nothing quite materialised from it.” --- Hugh Koh
In this podcast episode, Hugh shares the journey of building a Malaysian streetwear brand with his best friends since 2009. Hugh talks about mistakes and lessons learnt during this journey, as well as common misconceptions about building a fashion retail business. He shares his views on e-commerce because Pestle & Mortar is both online and offline.
To check out Pestle & Mortar Clothing (as discu...
2020-03-241h 22
Hello MentorEP 3 | Fong Wai Hong - From Geeky Gamer to Successful Entrepreneur“I was the geeky gamer kid who failed subjects in school and nobody wanted to be friends with. I was the kid who got picked last in basketball.” --- Fong Wai Hong
In this podcast episode, Wai Hong shares how he suffered from computer gaming addiction that caused him to fail five subjects in university. Wai Hong then talks about how he became an accidental entrepreneur. He shares some of the challenges faced while scaling Storehub (his latest venture) rapidly, and the importance of culture and values in an organisation.
Fong Wai Hong is Chieftain and c...
2020-03-101h 51
Hello MentorEP 2 | Anabelle Co-Martinent - Starting Up a F&B Enterprise“I came to Malaysia on a dependent pass and many friends advised me against moving to Malaysia. They said it will be hard for me to get a job.” --- Anabelle Co-Martinent
In this podcast episode, Anabelle shares her journey on moving to Malaysia and the transition from a corporate environment into entrepreneurship (La Juiceria). She talks about the challenges in starting an F&B business and common misconceptions about the industry. She shares advice on business branding, recruitment, productivity, etc.
Anabelle (@anabelle_co) founded La Juiceria (https://lajuiceria.com.my/) in 2013, Kuala Lumpur...
2020-02-131h 37
Hello MentorEP 1 | Sarah Lian - On a career in Entertainment, Entrepreneurship, Women Empowerment and More“I had $15k to $18k worth of student loans and a thousand Canadian dollars in my bank account, I needed a job… I felt like I had no choice but to succeed, to just pay my bills and pay off my credit card.” — Sarah Lian.
In this podcast episode, Sarah shares about how she made the decision to move back to Malaysia after living in Canada and how she started in the entertainment industry at the age of 10. She also talks about the ups and downs of being in the entertainment industry. Sarah gives advice on how to manage...
2020-01-171h 20