Fintechs and startups face a classic dilemma: regulators expect banking arrangements before approving MSO licences, but banks won’t open accounts without licences. Here’s how to navigate it....
October was meant to be about job hunting. It turned into a month of questioning what I’m building, who I want to work with, and giving myself permission to slow down....
Discover why who you know matters more than what you know. Learn practical networking strategies to build trust, create opportunities and grow your career or business...
Why opening a business bank account in Hong Kong is harder than it should be. Explore the regulatory burden, profit logic, and track record trap holding back small businesses....
Published a blog post late at night and couldn’t stop checking analytics? Here’s why the anticipation trap ruins your sleep and a simple rule to fix it....
Small task, big risk. Five common mistakes when changing a director in a BVI company — and a simple process to avoid late filings, invalid approvals and compliance flags....
Uncover the 3 common governance slip-ups that derail deals and create stress. Learn a simple framework to keep your company compliant and deal-ready...
Life rarely follows a perfect routine. Real consistency is about adapting when things change — and staying grounded anyway....
Most Hong Kong credit cards sneak in a 1.95% fee every time you spend abroad or shop online in foreign currency. The good news? A handful don’t. Here’s a look at the best no-FX-fee credit cards and multi-currency debit cards in HK — and how to avoid paying for nothing....
My first full month of job hunting has been a whirlwind — coffees, conversations, mindset shifts, and trying new things outside my comfort zone....
Cross-border credit card fees are catching Hong Kong consumers by surprise. Learn which banks charge them, how much they cost, and how to avoid these HKD transaction surcharges....
Newly made law firm partner? Here are 5 lessons I wish I’d known — from finding a sponsor to saying no, building authority, and owning your numbers...
Lawyers can no longer just spot risks — they must think like business managers. Learn why governance, stakeholder engagement, and solution-oriented advice make legal teams a competitive advantage....
Breaking free from digital distractions is hard. Here’s how I’m learning to embrace boredom, reduce phone time, and be more intentional....
After a whirlwind week of job hunting and endless conversations, I’m pausing to reflect on the lessons, themes and advice that stood out....
