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Fintech Banking Requirements: The Regulator vs Bank Dilemma

Fintech Banking Requirements: The Regulator vs Bank Dilemma

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: Job Hunt, Identity, and Balance

October: Job Hunt, Identity, and Balance

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.

Building Connections: It’s Not What You Know, But Who You Know

Building Connections: It’s Not What You Know, But Who You Know

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

Bank Account Opening in Hong Kong: Obstacles Small Businesses Face

Bank Account Opening in Hong Kong: Obstacles Small Businesses Face

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.

The 3AM Scroll: How the Anticipation Trap Killed My Sleep (And What I’m Doing About It)

The 3AM Scroll: How the Anticipation Trap Killed My Sleep (And What I’m Doing About It)

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.

Changing a director in your BVI company: 5 common mistakes and how to avoid them

Changing a director in your BVI company: 5 common mistakes and how to avoid them

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.

Governance Isn't Glamorous — Until It Costs You Time and Stress on a Deal

Governance Isn't Glamorous — Until It Costs You Time and Stress on a Deal

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

🧭 When Routines Break: The Discipline of Adapting

🧭 When Routines Break: The Discipline of Adapting

Life rarely follows a perfect routine. Real consistency is about adapting when things change — and staying grounded anyway.

Best Hong Kong Cards to Take Travelling (No FX Fees)

Best Hong Kong Cards to Take Travelling (No FX Fees)

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.

September Reflections: Mindset, Career Pivots & Trying New Things

September Reflections: Mindset, Career Pivots & Trying New Things

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 Hong Kong: Hidden Costs Explained

Cross-Border Credit Card Fees Hong Kong: Hidden Costs Explained

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.

5 Things I Tell Every New Law Firm Partner (That I Wish I’d Known)

5 Things I Tell Every New Law Firm Partner (That I Wish I’d Known)

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

Why Lawyers Need to Think Like Business Managers

Why Lawyers Need to Think Like Business Managers

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.

Being Bored and Beating Digital Distractions

Being Bored and Beating Digital Distractions

Breaking free from digital distractions is hard. Here’s how I’m learning to embrace boredom, reduce phone time, and be more intentional.

Job Hunting Overwhelm and the Power of Slowing Down

Job Hunting Overwhelm and the Power of Slowing Down

After a whirlwind week of job hunting and endless conversations, I’m pausing to reflect on the lessons, themes and advice that stood out.

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