Against The Grain

By Against The Grain

Welcome to the Against The Grain Podcast! Join us as we challenge the status quo and dive deep into controversial topics shaping the financial advisory landscape. Join us as we share our unique perspectives and insights on pressing issues, debunk myths, and set the record straight. From debunking common financial myths to offering unconventional strategies, we're here to shake up the industry and empower listeners to navigate their financial journey with confidence. Tune in for thought-provoking discussions, expert advice, and a fresh take on wealth management.

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3. What Are The Sacrifices You Need To Make To Be #1

Against The GrainMay 01, 2024

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3. What Are The Sacrifices You Need To Make To Be #1

Welcome to the Against The Grain Podcast! In this episode, hosts Don Ong, Reuben Lee, and Leonard Tan talked about all the sacrifices they made and the past experiences that contributed to them reaching the #1 spot in AIA Singapore. Timestamps: 13:41 - Making sacrifices now for something more fruitful later on 16:41 - The bigger the goal, the bigger the obstacle or the barrier you need to transcend. 21:49 - We are the byproduct of all our past experiences - both the good and bad 23:52 - Transcending to a higher version of yourself 36:38 - Give up what no one else would think of giving up — Follow us on Instagram: Leonard Tan: @nerdfromwayback Reuben Lee: @reuuuben Don Ong: @dononggg #AgainstTheGrainPodcast #DonOng #LeonardTan #ReubenLee

May 01, 202434:28

2. What It Takes To Be The #1 Group In AIA Singapore

Welcome to the Against The Grain Podcast! In this episode, hosts Don Ong, Reuben Lee, and Leonard Tan went back on the strategies and practices they did as an organization and applied on a personal level which got them the #1 spot in AIA Singapore. Timestamps: 1:19 - Importance of setting high standards 6:01 - What are the factors that shape the outcomes and action in your life 7:44 - Our mental capacity to approach a problem has to be developed strong right from the start 9:52 - The ruthlessness behind becoming number 1 17:46 - How to break your own mental ceiling 23:19 - How to dominate the industry by building everyone else in the organization 25m14s - Finding better ways to stay ahead — Follow us on Instagram: Leonard Tan: @nerdfromwayback Reuben Lee: @reuuuben Don Ong: @dononggg #AgainstTheGrainPodcast #DonOng #LeonardTan #ReubenLee

Apr 14, 202438:29

1. How to Thrive in Singapore's Demanding Landscape of High Standards and Costs

Welcome to the Against The Grain Podcast!

In our very first episode, hosts Don Ong, Reuben Lee, and Leonard Tan gave their unique and nonconformist views on the most common complaints Singaporean people have, the truth behind the high costs in Singapore, the high standards implemented in Singapore’s education system, taking accountability, seizing opportunities, success, and more.

Timestamps:

8:30 - Stop Complaining If You Are Unwilling To Change Your Reality!

9:55 - Why It's Easier For People To Blame Others

13:05 - Why You Don't Need To Sacrifice Your Present To Have A Better Future

18:44 - Singapore Is Cheap In Terms Of Opportunities - But Expensive In Terms Of Choices

26:43 - The Reason Why The SG Government Implements A Rigorous Education System

33:27 - The Bigger The Risks You Take - The Bigger The Reward You'll Get

35:53 - Get Out Of Your Safety Zone NOW!

39:52 - Failure Is The Cost Of Success

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Leonard Tan: @nerdfromwayback

Reuben Lee: @reuuuben

Don Ong: @dononggg

#FinancePodcast #FinancialAdvice #SingaporeFinance #InvestingTips #WealthManagement #PersonalFinance #FinancialPlanning #InvestmentTips #FinancialEducation #FinanceInsights #AgainstTheGrain #ReubenLee #DonOng #LeonardTan

Feb 07, 202401:09:39