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Headstart On Record

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Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a head start in your personal finance, career and life with The Straits Times.

Podcasters: Sue-Ann Tan & See Kai Wen

Produced & edited by: Amirul Karim

Executive producer: Elizabeth Law

A podcast by The Straits Times, SPH Media.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes133Founded4 years ago
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Recent Guests

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Episode: S2E49: Singapore stocks have just had their best run in years, are you missing out?
Sheryl Choong
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Episode: S2E49: Singapore stocks have just had their best run in years, are you missing out?
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Episode: S2E48: Pay transparency: what to do after finding out a colleague’s salary is higher than yours
Vivienne Ong
Representative from MoneyOwl, financial advisor
MoneyOwl
Episode: S2E47: Invest in stocks and ETFs because your friend says so? Why friends and finances don’t always mix
Annabel Lim
Director at a communications firm, We. Communications
We. Communications
Episode: S2E46: 7 jobs in 14 years: A comms director explains why job hopping isn't always bad
Arpit Agal
Market guru from Syfe
Syfe
Episode: S2E45: Investing amid volatility: is it all about managing emotions and impulses?
Chua Inn Chong
Market guru from PhillipCapital
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Episode: S2E45: Investing amid volatility: is it all about managing emotions and impulses?
Shanice Stanislaus
World-winning clown and actor
Episode: S2E44: ‘Comedy equals truth and pain’: a clown on taking life less seriously
Subhra Chatterjee
Investment guru from DBS Bank
DBS Bank
Episode: S2E43: Will the AI bubble burst? We break down if tech is still worth investing in

Hosts

Sue-Ann Tan
Host of Headstart On Record
Kai Wen
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#4
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#41
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#70
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#125
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S2E49: Singapore stocks have just had their best run in years, are you missing out?
Q: What role do fees and currency matters play when investing overseas?
Understand tax implications, currency effects, and trading costs; consult an advisor to navigate withholding taxes, estate taxes, and currency risk as you invest across borders.
S2E49: Singapore stocks have just had their best run in years, are you missing out?
Q: How should a young investor balance US and Singapore exposure?
Use global diversification rather than over-weighting the US; Singapore stocks can complement US exposure, with guidance to avoid an overly US-centric portfolio and consider the world index for overall balance.
S2E49: Singapore stocks have just had their best run in years, are you missing out?
Q: What should a new investor start with when buying US stocks or funds?
Start with broad exposure via index funds or ETFs to build a base, then consider a satellite position in individual stocks if you have high conviction, keeping the core portfolio diversified and long-term oriented.
S2E43: Will the AI bubble burst? We break down if tech is still worth investing in
Q: What practical investing plan would you recommend for someone with a limited monthly budget?
Allocate regularly to a mix of ETFs or ready-made portfolios that fit risk tolerance, and avoid lump-sum exposure to highly priced stocks; build a long-term nest egg gradually.
S2E43: Will the AI bubble burst? We break down if tech is still worth investing in
Q: What should a young investor consider when starting to invest in tech or AI stocks?
Focus on goals, risk tolerance, and time horizon; use dollar-cost averaging and consider fractional shares or broad ETFs to gain diversified exposure without overcommitting to pricey names.

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What is Headstart On Record about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two hosts from a prominent Singapore publication guide listeners through practical decisions in money, work, and life, with a strong emphasis on personal finance, career strategy, and mindset. Recent episodes cover US vs local investing approaches, pay transparency and salary benchmarking in workplaces, the pros and cons of job-hopping for career growth, managing emotions during market volatility, and how communities and creative pursuits (like music and theatre) intersect with financial planning and personal development. The show tends to blend actionable tips (dollar-cost averaging, ETFs, budgeting, policy changes affecting finances) with candid conversations about real-world tradeoffs, making it a solid resource for early-career professi... more

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