Monday, 24 February 2025

[Post 598] Can Timezone level up the arcade business? | The Business Behind


Summary

With the ever-increasing amount of entertainment options at the palm of our hands, why are arcades popping up all over malls, and do people still visit them? What is their impact on the retail landscape in Singapore?

BT takes a deep dive into the business of arcades through the Timezone brand, Singapore’s largest family entertainment centre operator, and unpacks how they leverage community and cutting-edge tech to stay relevant in today’s experiential age.

[Post 597] Treasure At Home: This family-run vintage store in Tai Seng is a hidden gem


Summary

What started as a hobby in 2012 has become a full-time family business, Treasure At Home. The store, run by Wak Sadri and their children, now attracts vintage enthusiasts in Singapore.

Wednesday, 19 February 2025

[Post 596] Retrenched At 30: Losing My Job Created A Business Opportunity For Me | Money Mind | Retrenchment


Summary

How do you bounce back when you are retrenched at age 30? For one young professional, losing her job became a stepping stone to a new career path.

[Post 595] How To Create A Dividend Portfolio Earning $1,000 A Month | Money Mind | Passive Income





Summary

How can a young adult start building a stream of passive income? Tips on how to set up a dividend portfolio - and the risks you need to keep in mind. 

Tuesday, 18 February 2025

[Post 594] [ENG SUB] Million-dollar HDB flats are not an easy sell





Summary

Resale HDB flats that have been transacted for more than one million dollars continue to emerge, and recently there have been advertisements for three-room HDB flats worth one million dollars. Are HDB flats really worth that, or are they asking for prices that are too high?

A housing agent interviewed said that only HDB flats with "X elements" are likely to unlock a million-dollar treasure chest, allowing homeowners to cash in huge profits.

Sunday, 16 February 2025

[Post 593] [ENG SUB] Why Younger Singaporeans are Choosing to be Nurses


Summary

Why Younger Singaporeans are Choosing to be Nurses

[Post 592] [ENG SUB] Why your kopi is getting expensive


Summary

The price of traditional coffee in Singapore is rising due to increased costs for coffee beans, wages, and rent. Vendors are struggling to maintain affordable prices, but some are finding ways to absorb the costs, while others are forced to raise prices. The video explores the challenges faced by coffee vendors and the potential impact on the future of traditional coffee.