What does a surfer and entrepreneur have in common? Questions were fired and answers were candid during the a private discussion + a fireside chat at the The American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore (AmCham Singapore) with Mr Ho Kwon ping from banyan group a few weeks back. From why a multi millionaire decides to shop at Uniqlo and Muji to picking himself up after business failures. I went from nervously shaking his hand (I blame the aircon 😂) to an engaging and lively conversation with him in the room (and even letting him taste our brownie brittles!) I loved his raw honest personality. Here’s what I learnt: Surfing 🏄 and entrepreneurship have a lot in common- need skill, timing, luck(to catch the right wave) to bring you back to shore (or closing that deal)💰 🔍Find your why – what drives you to wake up each morning, fueled and focused. Don't sleepwalk through life. Live with intention. 🤔When faced with a tough business decision, I always ask myself: What are the pros and cons? And, honestly, is my ego getting in the way? ⚖️Take calculated risks: He Invest up to 25% in new ideas, never 100%. Only bet what you can afford to lose. I highly recommend his book that I’m currently devouring - Behind the Banyan So any surfers (or entrepreneurs) here identify with what he said? P.s. He nodded in approval after tasting and later mentioned (to the entire crowd) how he actually enjoyed them and said ‘her cookies are nice!’ - I was over the moon!
Jane Tan congratulations
Jane Tan A good post about entrepreneurship. I will get one to read Behind the Banyan.
Ooooo Jane Tan I hope you get a supply contract with Banyan Group 🤞
Jane Tan a great post and I am sure the cookies made Mr Ho’s day too. I’ll say, borrowing your comment, live with intention - And allow “Kairos” aka right place right time to happen!
Wow learnt something new here - the commonalities between a surfer and entrepreneur! Indeed much to be learnt from the two. But kudos for getting the thumbs up on ROA’s offerings. Having tasted them myself, they definitely have my thumbs up too 👍👍👍
Love the videos! Thank you for sharing the joy of Roa with all of us.
Don't sleepwalk through life. Live with intention <- 100% this! Jane Tan
You have a big smile on both of your faces! I am sure it was a great event and I have no doubt that your cookies are nice Jane!
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2moThank you Michelle Lee 李宛芳 for the invite 🙌