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Reflecting on My 2023 Internship Journey Part 1

Internship Application The start of this journey It all began in March 2023: that time when everyone seemed to be either lining up job-shadowing gigs or locking in future internships to spruce up their already stellar portfolios, and there I was, feeling a serious case of FOMO (Fear of

Investing & Trading

My Watchlist

Investing in stocks may seem straightforward, but it demands a disciplined mindset to stick to your investment strategy and build a diversified portfolio with solid stocks. Drawing insights from Adam Khoo's teachings, I've curated my own watchlist by referencing his portfolio, aligning it with my budget

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My weekly updates: 10 Mar - 16 Mar

Ideal week Hope I follow this 80% of the time Quests setting Main quests this week: Study ICAEW Assurance Side quests this week: Finish first stock trading course by Adam Khoo, Update my personal website and craft blog posts, Finish writing the book reviews for 'Someday is Today'

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Action Plans from 'Someday Is Today' by Matthew Dicks

This blog post delves into the step-by-step action plans outlined in the well-known productivity book by Matthew Dicks, titled 'Someday Is Today'. Chapter 1: The One-Hundred-Year-Old Plan Create a visual image of your 100-year-old self. As of March 2024, I

Blogs

Someday Is Today by Matthew Dicks

After coming across this book recommendation from Ali Abdaal on his YouTube channel, I decided to dive into it during my free time. I truly appreciate Matthew Dicks's writing style. The book is crafted with short, simple sentences and numerous bullet points, creating an engaging read. Its core

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My weekly updates: 3 Mar - 9 Mar

Ideal week Hope I follow this 80% of the time I tweaked the schedule a bit, hoping to beat the study boredom and add a dash of excitement by throwing in some other activities between the study sessions. Quests setting Main quests this week: Complete ICAEW Accounting and Start on

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My weekly updates: 25 Feb - 2 Mar

Ideal week Hope I follow this 80% of the time Quests setting Main quests this week: Finish ICAEW Accounting study Side quests this week: Review the Ultimate Investor Playbook (UIP) Reports, Update my personal website and craft blog posts, Finish writing the book reviews for 'Someday Is Today'

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My weekly updates: 18 Feb - 24 Feb

Ideal week Hope I follow this 80% of the time Quests setting Main quests this week: Finish the 10 hour Financial Accounting video by Tony Bell Side quests this week: Review the Ultimate Investor Playbook (UIP) Reports faster, Craft 3 blog posts, Finish writing the book review blog for '

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My weekly updates: 11 Feb - 17 Feb

Ideal week Hope I follow this 80% of the time Quests setting Main quests this week: Adapt the life in Malaysia Side quests this week: Review the Ultimate Investor Playbook (UIP) Reports, Update my personal website and craft blog posts, Finish writing the book reviews for 'Someday Is Today&

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The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel

In this blog, I'll share some thoughts and learning points from each chapter of 'The Psychology of Money.' As I finish listening to the book, I've connected the points to my own learning experiences, and I encourage you to do the same. :> No

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My weekly updates: 04 Feb - 10 Feb

Ideal week Hope I follow this 80% of the time Quests setting Main quests this week: Return to Malaysia Side quests this week: Review the Ultimate Investor Playbook (UIP) Reports, Update my personal website and craft blog posts, Finish reading 'Someday Is Today' by Matthew Dicks and write

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My Workout Plan and Tracker (Feb 2024)

In this post, get ready for a quick intro to my fitness journey, meet my role model for the ride, and check out my workout plan from February to April 2024. How is my fitness journey this far? Pretty inconsistent I wasn't really the sporty kid when I

Blogs

My Productive and Informative YouTube List

Nowadays, the consumption of YouTube content is massive, with nearly everyone within my social network being active viewers. Acknowledging my tendency to dedicate excessive time to these videos, I recognize that the majority may be perceived as a misuse of valuable time, watching meaningless manga or comedic videos. However, it

University

Discovery Day @ SMU

In this article, I aim to share insights into my attendance at SMU's Discovery Day, which took place on January 27, 2024. When and how did I receive info about the Discovery Day I received an email invitation for the Discovery Day on January 24th. The email indicated

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My weekly updates: 28 Jan - 3 Feb

Ideal week Hope I follow this 80% of the time Quests setting Main quests this week: Concluding the final week of my internship Side quests this week: Review the Ultimate Investor Playbook (UIP) Reports, Update my personal website and craft blog posts, Read one book, Dedicate three hours to learning

University

My Scholarship Interview @ SMU

In this article, I will provide insights into the scholarship interview process as part of my SMU admission journey. I will discuss the timeline and communication regarding the scholarship interview, delve into my preparation strategies, and share reflections on the experience. When and how did I receive info about the

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My weekly updates: 21 Jan - 27 Jan

Ideal week Hope I follow this 80% of the time Quests setting Main quests this week: SEA Gallery, Part time work in F&B Side quests this week: Watch Ultimate Investor Playbook (UIP) Reports, PR IC collection, Personal website updates and blogs writing Summary of the week More like

University

My University Applications

This marks the beginning of my university journey, spanning the last years of high school and the preceding years that influenced my choices. What schools did I apply? SMU, NUS, NTU As a high school student studying in Singapore, I had two main options for tertiary education: local or overseas

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My weekly updates: 14 Jan - 20 Jan

Quests setting Main quests this week: Everything for internship, Part-time work in F&B Side quests this week: Watch Ultimate Investor Playbook (UIP) Reports, ICA appointment, Medical report collection Summary of the week More like a daily journal Sunday - 14 Jan Today was rather unproductive as I spent

Interests

Investing & Trading #1

A starter of my learning of investing and trading journey, where I reveal a unique occasion that sparked my interest and set me on a course of financial discovery. I'll share not only the 'why' behind my interest but also the 'how'—strategies, tools,

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Goals setting for 2024

As I just graduated from high school in 2023, what awaits me in 2024 is a longgggg break and the start of university. If I don't set goals for this year, I'm gonna end up squandering my time and I'll regret it. So, I

Blogs

The Little Book of Prosecco Tips by Andrew Langley

While casually strolling through the library, on the hunt for a random book to dive into, I stumbled upon this adorable little pink book. It's all about Prosecco and serves up bite-sized info. So, I figured, why not read up on it and gather some fascinating facts

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Greetings, fellow enthusiasts of literature, wanderers of thoughts, and seekers of engaging conversations! I'm thrilled that you've landed on my "Contact Me" page. :) Whether you have burning questions, wish to discuss a recent blog post, or simply want to share your own experiences and

Interests

Anime #1

An introduction to my Anime watching journey. You can expect a brief intro of the different animes that I watch in this post, like Demon Slayer, Spy X Family and Assassination Classroom. My 'Otaku' background Which anime did I first watch? Why do I like anime? 🌟 Ah, my

Interests

Piano #1

In this article, I will touch on my piano background, my current way of learning it, and some notable piano pieces that I learnt and aspire to learn. My piano background Why did I learn how to play piano and how far did I learn it to At the young