The Financial Coconut Podcast

Yes, you read that right. With software engineers in great demand (the world needs 40 million of them right now), learning how to code can be a game changer in your career and the wide array of resources available out there means you can learn coding at your own pace at any time. We explore the exciting world of software engineering with our guest Kai, CEO of Rocket Academy (https://rocketacademy.co/) which offers online coding courses for adults (the basic course is free!) Find out what it takes to be a software engineer in this episode and who knows, you might become the next one!Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills54 For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you know that inflation reduces your ability to buy stuff? The same amount of money buys you less and less. Instead of repeating what most experts are saying about inflation, we decided to go into a comprehensive discussion on how inflation can affect the prices of our daily essentials: goods, services & assets and more importantly, what you can do to mitigate any inflation risk you may face. Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc127 For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you know that women-led startups receive only 2.5% of VC (venture capital) funding worldwide? Why is there such a disparity? Having been on both sides of the table as a past venture capitalist funding various startups and a fundraiser for her VC fund, our guest Tanya Rolfe (co-founder of sophiawomen.com) shares her thoughts and insights on the challenges female entrepreneurs face, practical advice for female founders and why she thinks that women can be a great asset in the male-dominated finance world.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills53 For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we chug along in our investing journey, it is inevitable that we encounter obstacles that would challenge our investing thesis & mindset. The market is ever-changing so what are some basic investors’ mindsets to internalise and bear in mind so that we can remain steady even if it seems like a rocky road ahead? This episode serves as a reminder for fellow retail investors who may feel overwhelmed with the current market climate.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc126 For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Singapore has always been a pragmatic society where the goal for most of us is to work hard and earn a decent living for our families. Pursuing our interests and embarking on unconventional career paths like urban farming doesn’t seem to be the priority but this was what our guest Christopher did even though he has a degree in aerospace engineering. Listen to today’s Chills episode and get inspired by Christopher’s journey as an urban farmer in Singapore and how he manages his personal finance along the way. Who knows, you may become the next person to pursue your own interests after this!Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills52 For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Imagine a world where China takes over the role of the main global superpower. What will it be like? While none of us can predict the future accurately, this scenario is entirely possible given China’s astronomical growth over the years. As global citizens and investors, what can we do to thrive in such a world? Join us as we explore some ways to prepare ourselves should China become the leader of the world.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc125 For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s Chills with TFC is a special one as Reggie (Chief Financial Coconut) and Rakaesh (host of TFC Market Updates in Stock Geekout) come together for the first time to do a review of 2021. Find out how last year has been for them, their honest thoughts & perspectives on major themes like mental health and the phenomenon of the Great Resignation, and how they plan to navigate the new year ahead!Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills51 For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy 2022, Coconuts! As we set our new year resolutions and make plans towards achieving them, have you ever wondered what is the real purpose behind our goals? In the very first TFC episode of the year, we go deeper into our thought processes and find our why behind the new year goals that we set for ourselves so that we have a clearer idea of not just what you want, but why you want it.Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc124 For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you thinking of shifting into the gig economy? The traditional concept of work where one holds the same job until you retire is no longer the norm. The pandemic has accelerated the growth of the gig economy - freelancers, self-employed people, entrepreneurs and other independent doers. Without the support & resources from companies, how do independent doers in the gig economy find work and structure their time? Chills 50 provides everything you need to know about how to adapt & thrive in the gig economy as we hear from Helle Priess, CEO and founder of Doerscircle, a platform that focuses on the needs of independent doers. Get ready for the future of work!Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/chills50 For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Once again, we have come to the last week of the year and as we say goodbye to 2021, it is also a good time for us to recap what we have learnt about personal finance through the pandemic. Is it always about needs vs wants? How will inflation actually affect Singaporeans? Is it time to diversify not just our investment portfolio, but our personal portfolios in life? Join us as we review and reflect on our financial learnings for 2021!Get our show notes at https://thefinancialcoconut.com/tfc123 For all other links mentioned, or to discover more from the team at The Financial Coconut (including all our other shows), go to https://linktr.ee/thefinancialcoconut ---The Financial Coconut started out as a reaction to online fake gurus who are propagating over simplified get rich quick programs. A Podcast that grew out of a desire to share best practices regarding personal finance turned into a network of content championing this idea of “Creating a life you love, while managing your finances well”.Help us get to know you better: http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.