Breakfast

Many professionals hesitate to ask for help at work because they worry it might make them look incapable. But research in workplace psychology suggests the opposite: high performers tend to seek clarification and input earlier, helping them avoid costly mistakes and move projects forward more effectively.  This episode explores why asking for help is often misinterpreted as weakness, and how framing your question the right way can signal initiative, preparation, and ownership.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Would you pay your child for scoring an A? Or give them cash for doing chores? We dive into the parenting debate around incentivising kids — from paying for grades to rewarding good behaviour. With Singapore parents already spending billions on tuition, does adding financial rewards motivate kids… or make learning transactional? We break down the poll results and explore where the sweet spot might be between encouragement and bribery.   Presented by Audrey Siek & Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investors are often searching for the next hidden opportunity in the market, sometimes these can be in smaller companies where new catalysts can unlock growth. Jarick Seet, Head of Small-Mid Caps, Maybank Securities Singapore shares a closer look at two Singapore names with very different stories but potentially strong momentum. One is a familiar engineering contractor exploring technology and new revenue streams to boost margins. The other is a niche satellite communications player tapping into rising global demand for connectivity and drone applications. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US stocks turned lower as a sharp rally in oil renewed worries about inflation and growth. The Dow led the losses while investors rotated out of cyclical industrial names. Mel Siew, portfolio manager (Asia public credit), Muzinich & Co discusses what he's looking out for in the upcoming February US jobs report for signs that hiring trends are shifting. At the same time China’s lower growth outlook highlights a changing global economic backdrop. Image: Gerd Altmann from Pixabay  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How does a former power-plant project manager and biotech entrepreneur end up building a six-figure luxury handbag house? In this episode of Mind Your Business, Abel Richard Bullock, Founder & Creative Director of Abel Richard joins the Breakfast Show to discuss the thinking behind merging precision engineering with Italian craftsmanship, why his bags take around 1,000 hours to make, and how a new brand positions itself at the ultra-high end from day one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As tensions escalate across the Middle East following missile and drone strikes between Iran, the US and Israel, thousands of travellers have found themselves stranded as airspace closures disrupt flights across the region. Among them are Singaporeans who are now scrambling to find safe routes home, navigating airport shutdowns, uncertainty and rapidly changing security conditions. Judith Tan, journalist at The Straits Times, joins Morning Shot to share what Singaporeans on the ground are experiencing, how authorities are responding to assist those affected, and what the situation reveals about the risks travellers face when geopolitical tensions suddenly escalate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the spirit of International Women’s Day, Audrey puts the guys to the test with a fast-paced quiz on the state of women in business and society. From the global gender pay gap to female CEOs, political representation and who’s really doing most of the unpaid care work — the numbers may surprise you. Gentlemen, are you man enough to take the test?   Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is no secret that exercising - be it walking, running or strength training - has great cardiovascular and other long-term health benefits. But studies show that playing tennis has a particularly positive impact on lengthening lifespan because of the sport's unique blend of physical, social and cognitive challenges.  Tune in to Breakfast Bites to find out more! Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US stocks rebounded as easing oil prices and stronger economic data calmed fears of a growth scare.The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq all climbed, snapping a 3-day losing streak for the market.Chipmakers such as Nvidia, AMD and Micron helped power the rally as investors returned to tech.Kyle Rodda, Senior Financial Market Analyst at Capital.com weigh whether the rebound signals renewed confidence or just short term relief.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With rents high and margins tight, Singapore SMEs face a delicate balance between growth and prudence.  Aaron Koh, General Manager of Statrys joins The Breakfast Show to unpack sector-specific risks in F&B, services and trading, and how better financial visibility can mean the difference between scaling and shutting down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.