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Headstart On Record

The Straits Times
Singapore
Artificial Intelligence
Remote Work
Flexible Work Arrangements
Workplace Productivity
Human Resources
Hospitality Industry
Investing
Insurance
Financial Planning
Personal Finance
Retirement Planning
Geopolitical Changes
Sustainable Finance
Climate Change
The Ascott Limited
Central Provident Fund
Gold
DBS Singapore
Hospitalization Insurance

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

Produced & edited by: Amirul Karim

Executive producers: Ernest Luis, Lynda Hong & Joanna Seow

A podcast by The Straits Times, SPH Media.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes122Founded4 years ago
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Recent Guests

Andrew Marko
Local theatre actor
Theatre (Singapore)
Episode: S2E42: Feel like you are not good enough? Here’s what you can do
Nathania Ong
Musical theatre actress
Singaporean lead in Les Misérables The Arena Tour (Singapore)
Episode: S2E41: Singapore's Les Miserables star Nathania Ong on what it cost to chase her dreams
Aarika Lee
Musician, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Sing Song Social Club
Sing Song Social Club
Episode: S2E40: Sing Song Social Club founder Aarika Lee on the magic of community
Daphne Tan
CMC Markets expert
CMC Markets
Episode: S2E39: Should I buy silver?
Timothy Goh
ST Commodities journalist
The Straits Times
Episode: S2E39: Should I buy silver?
Quah Ting Wen
Singapore's Swim Queen
Singapore Swimming Association / national team
Episode: S1E38: Quah Ting Wen on her infinite mindset and when she’ll stop competing
Chan Wai Kit
Insurance expert, Executive Director of the Life Insurance Association (LIA)
Life Insurance Association (LIA)
Episode: S2E37: Are you overinsured? Here's how to review your policies
Afdhal Rahman
OCBC expert
OCBC Bank
Episode: S2E36: Top 3 things in Budget 2026 for young people
Zavier Wong
Market analyst
Episode: S2E35: Investing in stocks or stuff?

Hosts

Sue-Ann Tan
Lead host of Headstart On Record (The Straits Times) with recurring role in interviews and market discussions.
Tay Hong Yi
Co-host and main host of Headstart On Record, frequently leading discussions and guest conversations.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#21
Singapore/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#43
Denmark/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#181
Singapore/Business
Apple Podcasts
#237
Sweden/Business/Careers

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S2E40: Sing Song Social Club founder Aarika Lee on the magic of community
Q: What makes Sing Song different from other choirs?
Aarika explains that the club is inclusive, free to join, and designed so that no one is excluded by skill level or auditions, which helps create a sense of belonging and equal ownership.
S2E36: Top 3 things in Budget 2026 for young people
Q: If you were PM Wong next year, what would you want to see in the budget for young people?
The guests discuss job security measures like GRIT, enhanced pipelines from universities to the workforce, and targeted housing and education policies, stressing the need for practical programs that align with evolving AI-driven work.
S2E36: Top 3 things in Budget 2026 for young people
Q: Shawn, what is your take on AI then? What are your personal do's and don'ts in using AI?
Shawn emphasizes seeing AI as a productivity tool, advocating for structured prompt engineering (RTDF), using AI as a second opinion, safeguarding sensitive data, and verifying outputs due to possible hallucinations.
S2E36: Top 3 things in Budget 2026 for young people
Q: So Shawn, is this something that you think you personally will opt into come 2028 when they launch the scheme?
Shawn explains that the glide path offers a long-term, automated approach that could be attractive to younger investors, especially given the potential for higher returns with a managed risk profile, but warns that individuals should compare it with existing OA/SA guarantees and their risk tolerance.
S2E42: Feel like you are not good enough? Here’s what you can do
Q: What is your version or vision of success and how do you define the best version of yourself?
He emphasizes daily kindness, making a positive impact on others, and staying authentic to oneself, while recognizing that success is a flexible, evolving goal.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Headstart On Record

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

The show consistently covers personal finance, careers, and workplace culture with a practical, Singapore-focused lens. Episodes blend market updates, investment primers, and actionable career advice, often featuring guests who share real-world experiences—from young entrepreneurs and students to policy makers and HR professionals. A standout trait is the mix of finance-focused discussions (CPF, insurance, investing) with tangible career guidance (side hustles, leave policies, platform work), wrapped in approachable storytelling that aims to help listeners navigate adult life more decisively. The format tends to lean into timely topics—economic shifts, workforce trends, and practical planning—making it useful for listeners who want clear ta... more

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2. Nathania Ong
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