I was supposed to be in some form of self-imposed hiatus for this blog but some recent articles have got me thinking, and of course writing. Thoughts on my generation’s aspirations and concerns below:
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Why Goh Eng Yeow Is Unrealistically Optimistic
Long-time Straits Times money correspondent, Mr Goh Eng Yeow wrote an article last Sunday. It attempted to encourage youths like us to start saving early so as to allow the 8th wonder of the world – compounded returns to work its magic. This would then give us a good chance to emulate the previous generations and enjoy the material wealth that they currently have.
There’s nothing really wrong with that advice, but realistically, in terms of catching up with the (Read more...)
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