The Financial Coconut Podcast
The Financial Coconut
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Have you ever dreamed of opening your own restaurant or bar? So many of us are drawn to the vibrant energy and creativity of the food and beverage world. But what really goes on behind the scenes?
Chua Ee Chien, who's currently closing down his popular cocktail bar, Jekyll and Hyde, after a decade of success, and Park Tan, the second-generation owner of a renowned restaurant, Pagi Sore, will reveal the highs, lows, and surprising realities of the F&B industry.
It's not just about the delicious food and drinks. We'll uncover the hidden challenges, the traits you never knew mattered, and the sacrifices required to make it in this competitive field.
Through mistakes and challenges, they've learned more than recipes - lessons on business, adaptation and grit will surprise. Tune in as we chat with a cocktail bar veteran and the multi-gen owner of a beloved local brand.
What advice do they have for aspiring entrepreneurs with stars in their eyes? You'll get a rare behind-the-scenes pass to the stresses sustaining buzz takes. This honest insight is sure to shift perspectives - whether you're a diehard foodie or casual dreamer.
Join us for a revealing real talk with food bosses going off-script. New intel awaits on making it work in Singapore's ultra-competitive landscape. Don't miss this peek behind the kitchen curtain.
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Previous episodes
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535 - Eat, Pray, Stress: Restaurant Success Secrets (And Ways to Fail) [Chills 166 ft Pagi Sore, Jekyll & Hyde] Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 0h
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534 - How Corporate Athletes do better in the Hustle [W&S 71 ft. Ex National Athlete Alex Loh] Sun, 14 Apr 2024 - 0h
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533 - Should you still top up CPF with Cash after all the latest changes? [Chills165 Ft 1M65 Founder] Wed, 10 Apr 2024 - 0h
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532 - Are you tired of holding yourself back? How to be an Unstoppable Asian [ft Happiness Scientist] Sun, 07 Apr 2024 - 0h
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531 - IRAS: Simplified Guide you need to know about Income Tax in Singapore and Legally Reduce Your Tax Bills [ft Chin Sau Hing] Wed, 03 Apr 2024 - 0h
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530 - Life After Cancer: Singaporean's Story of Personal Growth and Priorities [W&S 69 Sponsored by AIA] Sun, 31 Mar 2024 - 0h
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529 - Ways to FIRE: Real Stories from Middle-Class Corporate Professionals [Chills 163 ft Matthew & Tony] Wed, 27 Mar 2024 - 0h
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528 - Simple Secrets To Simplify Your Life From Stress-Beating Singaporeans [W&S 68 ft HappinessScientist] Sun, 24 Mar 2024 - 0h
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527 - How Singaporean professionals Are Amassing Wealth In Real Estate [Chills 162 ft Justin Quek] Wed, 20 Mar 2024
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526 - Breaking Free from the "Good Girl" Money Trap [W&S 67 ft Serena Wong & Sharon Sim] Sun, 17 Mar 2024 - 0h
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525 - How One Couple Broke Free of the Rat Race from Singapore to Penang [Chills 161 ft CorporateBreakout] Wed, 13 Mar 2024
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524 - Deciding What to Say 'No' to in a Fast-Paced World [W&S 66 ft Multi-hyphenate Realtor, Poly Lecturer, Influencer]  Sun, 10 Mar 2024 - 0h
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523 - Could Mainland Spenders Fuel Your Retirement Fortune After Fifty? [ft. Sasseur REIT & Dr. Wealth] Wed, 06 Mar 2024 - 0h
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522 - Finding Your Tribe: Creating Genuine Connections in the Lion City [W&S 65 ft Simone Heng] Sun, 03 Mar 2024 - 0h
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521 - 2044's Singapore Dream is to aspire for More Than Survival [ft. RICE Media, NUS, @AinLovesCodes] Wed, 28 Feb 2024 - 0h
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520 - Retirement Real Talk: Is CPF a reliable partner for all Singaporeans? [ft. IPS, Pergas, Providend] Sun, 25 Feb 2024 - 0h
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519 - Examining the Survival of the Property Ladder in Singapore's Budget Wed, 21 Feb 2024 - 0h
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518 - What Happened In SG Budget 2024? What More Did We Want From CPF Shielding And Property Tax? Sun, 18 Feb 2024 - 0h
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517 - TFC Budget Royale: The Ultimate Money Saving Showdown [Chills 159 Sponsored by OCBC 360] Wed, 14 Feb 2024 - 0h
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516 - Exploring The Prospects And Opportunities For SG REITs In 2024 [Chills 158 ft REITSavvy@ SGX] Wed, 07 Feb 2024 - 0h
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515 - Genuine Human Connection Is The Ultimate Currency Singaporeans Lack [TFC Wise & Shine 64 ft Simone Heng] Sun, 04 Feb 2024 - 0h
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514 - If Parenthood May Cost $15,000 To Even Start, Is IVF Or IUI Better? [Chills 157 ft Sue Ann & Dr Suresh Nair] Wed, 31 Jan 2024 - 0h
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513 - The 'Do What You Love' Myth: Passion As A Career Isn't Always The Best [TFC Wise & Shine 63 ft MP Tin Pei Ling] Sun, 28 Jan 2024 - 0h
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512 - $6693 Is the Minimum Income Standard in Singapore Today [Chills 156 ft Dr Ng Kok Hoe & Associate Prof Teo You Yenn] Wed, 24 Jan 2024 - 0h
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511 - Feeling Underpaid? How to Make Your Case Without Burning Bridges [TFC Wise & Shine 62 ft Puay Lim Yeo] Sun, 21 Jan 2024 - 0h
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510 - 2024 E-commerce Insights: How To Sell To Americans In The Comfort Of Your Home? [Chills 155 ft WorldFirst] Wed, 17 Jan 2024 - 0h
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509 - A Millennial Manager's Realities & Guide To Managing Both Up and Down [TFC Wise & Shine 61 ft Henry Suryawirawan] Sun, 14 Jan 2024 - 0h
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508 - Dividend Investing Is Stable, Reliable & Great For Retirement [Chills 154 ft Willie Keng, Dividend Titan] Wed, 10 Jan 2024 - 0h
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507 - Is Now The Right Time To Switch Careers In Singapore's Job Market For 2024? [TFC Wise & Shine Ep 60 ft Puay Lim Yeo] Sun, 07 Jan 2024 - 0h
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506 - Make Your 2024 Budget Today With Mindfulness [Chills 153 ft Lisa’s Adulting in Singapore] Wed, 03 Jan 2024 - 0h
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505 - Finding Balance In The Hustle: Rethinking What's Important In Life [TFC Wise & Shine Ep 59] Sun, 31 Dec 2023 - 0h
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504 - $90000 Income Tax Relief, Invest And Retire Early [Chills 152 ft Josh Tan] Tue, 26 Dec 2023 - 0h
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503 - How Inflation Threatens To Burn Through My Retirement Money [Chills 151 ft OCBC FWI 2023] Tue, 19 Dec 2023 - 0h
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502 - Healthy Relationships At Home Alongside Corporate Success Is Possible [TFC Wise & Shine Ep 58 ft Winifred Ling] Sun, 17 Dec 2023 - 0h
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501 - Hustle Smarter, Not Harder: Side Hustle Hacks for Success [Chills 150 featuring @prudentialsingapore] Tue, 12 Dec 2023 - 0h
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500 - Crisis Management Lessons So You Don't Sink With The Ship [TFC Wise & Shine Ep 57 ft Henry Suryawirawan] Mon, 11 Dec 2023 - 0h
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499 - Working Holiday Visa Transform Lives. Couple Quits Tik Tok To Pick Australian Berries [Chills 149] Tue, 05 Dec 2023
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498 - The BTO Ultimatum: Is Home Ownership A Sacred Cow For Singaporeans? [TFC Wise & Shine Ep 56 ft Winifred Ling] Sun, 03 Dec 2023 - 0h
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497 - So... What Is The Good Life In Singapore? [TFC Wise & Shine Ep 55 ft Forward Singapore] Sun, 26 Nov 2023 - 0h
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496 - Pro Insights on Brand Building, Profit Tactics and Growth Hacks [Chills 148 feat WorldFirst] Tue, 21 Nov 2023 - 0h
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495 - Can We Build A New Singapore Dream Together? [TFC Wise & Shine Ep 54 ft Forward Singapore] Sun, 19 Nov 2023 - 0h
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494 - Master Your Money Mindset: Unveiling The Secrets Of Financial Persona [OCBC FWI 2023] Wed, 15 Nov 2023 - 0h
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493 - Mastering First Impressions: Insider Tips From Interviews To Acing Dates [TFC Wise & Shine Ep 53] Sun, 12 Nov 2023 - 0h
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492 - How They Made Millions While The Haters Slept [Chills 146 ft Tasty Toastys] Tue, 07 Nov 2023 - 0h
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491 - Do Credentials Always Equal Competency? Rethinking Our Trust In Licensed Professionals [TFC Wise & Shine Ep 52] Sun, 05 Nov 2023 - 0h
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490 - REIT Outlook: Pro Forecasts, Strategies and Picks for 2024 [Chills 145 ft Kenny Loh] Tue, 31 Oct 2023 - 0h
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489 - 10,000 Hour Myth: Does It Actually Lead to Success? [TFC Wise & Shine Ep 51]  Sun, 29 Oct 2023 - 0h
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488 - Honest Money Diary: Spilling All the Tea (and Receipts) [Chills 144 ft Lisa] Tue, 24 Oct 2023 - 0h
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487 - Is Work-Life Balance Really Achievable? [TFC Wise & Shine Ep 50]  Sun, 22 Oct 2023 - 0h
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486 - Vietnam's Boomtown: Investing in the Next Big Thing [Chills 143 ft CGS-CIMB] Tue, 17 Oct 2023 - 0h