What is it like to live in Singapore since 1989

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 เม.ย. 2023
  • Meet Bill, a Canadian who moved to Singapore in 1989. Surprisingly, he still doesn't hold PR. Over ten years ago, he left his corporate job and launched a successful Panama Hat salon. We discussed how to settle well in Singapore, why one should consider buying a house in Batam, and the life regrets of a 65-year-old expat. Enjoy!
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ความคิดเห็น • 923

  • @MaxChernov
    @MaxChernov  ปีที่แล้ว +12

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  • @alexanderavanth
    @alexanderavanth ปีที่แล้ว +280

    This resonated with me. In my late 20s I got headhunted for a 6-figure USD salary working for a large Asian conglomerate. As much as I enjoyed the salary and status after two years I was so fed up working for someone else who literally had a price to my time. I remember my CTO pulling me aside one day and told me: "Alex, you'll need to give at least 5 years to the company before you can get any of your own ideas through". The next month I quit my job. I stayed in Asia because of the opportunities, people and culture, but I started my own venture. I was terrified of that decision, but I was free. Money is important, but peace of mind is priceless.

  • @21moffzar
    @21moffzar ปีที่แล้ว +551

    there is a saying that "work in Singapore, enjoy in Thailand, live in Malaysia"

  • @phillphelan1138
    @phillphelan1138 ปีที่แล้ว +116

    Worked for a Mega Multi National in the 70's , Asia Pacific had Corporate office in Singapore -worked 10 days a month , staying at the Mandarin, took my wife there for 1st time in the 80's and she keeps going back for 3 weeks at a time each year, just love the place, your interview was brilliant , I am 10 years older than Bill but his knowledge and experience is worth listening to. Especially for the younger ones of today.

  • @jessistanbul
    @jessistanbul ปีที่แล้ว +88

    He is so down to earth, intelligent about life (i.e., 'everyone is entirely dispensable') and straightforward. Great video!

  • @sportster883able
    @sportster883able ปีที่แล้ว +74

    I live in Doha, Qatar and have done business with Bill and Hat of Cain over the last couple of years. From my experience, he is a gentleman and a pleasure to do business with. Nothing is too much trouble for him. This is a great video - thanks for posting

  • @sebastianniqvist3144
    @sebastianniqvist3144 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    5:17

  • @michaelhiggins7365

    I have to say this s an EXCEPTIONAL interview. The sheer knowledge and life experience this gentleman shares is truly invaluable.

  • @vikramganasen
    @vikramganasen ปีที่แล้ว +95

    Absolute gem of a gentleman! Appreciate this episode, it has life advice, financial advice, past, present and future. 10/10.

  • @jirilamac5788
    @jirilamac5788 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    So many good points about business, money, life in such a short video. Thank you and Bill.

  • @lidna82
    @lidna82 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Just based on how he best describes Singapore, he deserves a PR! He is so real and subtle.

  • @Ontario100
    @Ontario100 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Outstanding interview. I am the same age as Bill. This video helped me reflect on my own life. Thanks for posting!!

  • @yawarlol
    @yawarlol ปีที่แล้ว +7

    He was so candid. Loved the interview. Real one.

  • @morganf963
    @morganf963 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This sort of entrepreneur content is awesome - and great to hear someone who obviously knows what he’s talking about!

  • @beatricec9238
    @beatricec9238 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very good advice. Thank you for having this good man on the show

  • @adiriot4155
    @adiriot4155 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Love it! Straight to the point and good advices.

  • @angusorvid8840
    @angusorvid8840 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Bill is an interesting character, a true man of the world. Great wisdom. I loved this interview.

  • @sshivash
    @sshivash ปีที่แล้ว +35

    The gentleman is so calm and wise and the interviewer asked some great questions. I love Singapore and have visited more than a dozen times in the past 20 years. Enjoyed watching, thank you!

  • @AdventuresOfReddotters3282
    @AdventuresOfReddotters3282 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bill saved my head with his hats. Had a great time going through the process in chosing the right hat from Hats of Cain. Thanks Bill.

  • @mand1009
    @mand1009 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Plain, truthful, simple, and wise.