As my monthly dividends will soon cover my basic expenses, That thought alone makes me feel less stressful.. But now I run into the temptation of inflating my lifestyle (which is not a good decision) I catch myself thinking: 💬 Maybe I should upgrade my dresses, skincare, and cosmetics 💬 Maybe I should spend more on dining out or just take taxis instead of the MTR 💬 Or even crazier… rent a bigger place that would swallow 60% of my paycheck I often feel guilty overspending b

I’ve been in recruitment for almost 9 years, and one trend I’ve noticed in Hong Kong is this: More and more people are resigning without a job lined up next. In Cantonese, we call it “naked resignation.” And it’s becoming more common after COVID. Back in 2017… When I first started recruitment, I rarely heard of anyone quitting without a job. It was seen as too risky — people had bills, mortgages, and the economy was booming. 💰 Everyone was making good money (even if hours we

Every day, I receive countless DMs and messages from friends. The questions are often the same: - Where should I move to? - What market is hot? - Which firm is hiring? - What second path should I pivot to since jobs no longer feel secure? Of course, knowing which markets are booming or which firms are hiring is useful. But here’s a thought: Maybe we should also focus on how to be more “employable.” We need to market ourselves. Our skills and services. Not just waiting for o