ASEAN China trip to cambodia

never thought this trip will be so fulfilling. Came wth a bunch of female entrepreneurs.. and honestly dunno if I'll click with them, and even had pre concept on some people.. but the trip really helped me make friendships that I hope will last and grow with our journey.
Priscilla - ace, though not a startup, but can totally understand us and blend in.
Evan - getkobe, super independent and strong lady. Brought the company to rev-ing 1 mil. It's really super impressive. And full of insights and wisdom, yet really humble.
Shanru - shopback, another also super humble and down to earth. Though they have grown so much and super impressive but totally don't have airs.
Sharon - mobike, very humble, brought in for regional expansion in Singapore. Can tell she's a very capable individual.
Anna - thought diva at first but she's honestly just like that, straight to the point, opinionated, carefree  and yolo.
Jasmine - questvc, passionate about investments, and really really helpful:)
Sabrina - sauceink, quite at first but after she opened up, things got a lot more Chatty. Jnteresting individual really.

Back in SG for a while now, I think the connections will fade, but I hope I don't forget the insights / connection I made during the trip. And I hope my startup life will be as colourful from now on:)

New doors?

Im excited beyond words so i need to let go and let it out.
Sherman called to tell me that distribution partnership is definitely possible and they are also interested in taking an equity position - just that the price is too expansive. Nonetheless, at least they are interested!!
Ive been praying about it - partially cos i want it, partially hoping that this is God's manna from haven. But then again i need to remember that regardless whether God opens or closes the doors, its for the benefit of us. At the moment im just thrilled. like super. Never felt any partner has more synergy than this.
I realised, when I dont work, God does. All i need to do when uncertain / insecure / helpless, is to pray. Recently God answers instantly to my prayers, even small things like helping Ely stop crying, help stabilise the plane, etc.. what am i to do without God. His hand is in everything. I can only feel blessed and just. so. blessed.
Caleb said Apex is keen to take also.. its just. Amazing.

I know this is not a milestone.. and nothing is inked at this moment. But i just cant help but to feel that the journey has been long.. and because of the people around me who has been helping me, opportunities are opening up.

God, can i stop and take this time to thank you. thank you for being with me every single step of the way.. even when there are times I dunno how to move forward, u never let me give up. i'm thankful. and so blessed. I hope that I can bless the people around me and let your love for us shine through.

<3

Blessed with connections

so Faith did not happen. But I believe God has a better plan for me.

Anyway, siu rui introduce this guy called Sherman to me. And he's interested in bringing Singaporean products global. His partner is one of the kuok family son.. and they have global distribution arm which is super exciting. Sherman is a guy whose words are soft but super weighty. I'm so inspired and impressed. If Rui didn't tell me his background, would I still have thought the same?
I guess it all boils down to being humble. And that's what I really lack. I feel that people don't want to hear what I say hence I say it fast, and it loses weight. So much to learn about and all these I can only pray for Gods wisdom and favour.

I do hope things will go well, and the best case, an investment cos it's super aligned and strategic.
But as with everything, God knows best and I'm sure today's meeting wasn't a coincidence, it was all planned. But for what purpose, I'll have to wait and see. Nonetheless I'm super thankful and blessed to have people around me blessing me with their networks. Smth I can never work to earn..

Truly blessed.

Notes on hiring

the irony that I pen my last post on Tricia and today I felt betrayed. But I think this is actually common. I can expect the same responsibilities ownership in others. Anyway, leanings:
- have a contract (to deter them from temptations)
- trust my gut. Tricia was concerned with money and that made her leave.

Thoughts on Faith:
- good presenter but might be lazy (let me debunk it)
- wants flexible time (does that affect company?)
- a bit on the proud side (test my gut?)
- giving part time a shot - will it work out?
- did not really pass my 'in the room with her' test / may not clique with team. Let me find that out.

We'll revisit in 2-3 months time


Anyway. Invest in myself and invest in my future.
Invest in relationships.

Fast forward. better late than never

So i'm back to this blog, penning down some of my thoughts running the start up.
Its been 3 years plus and so many things have progressed.

Told myself to stay away from entrepreneurship events cos its time consuming and not much tangible mileage. But after the event, im conflicted again. Im inspired by the indo students who wants to make lives better. Inspired by their drive and humbled to be reminded on where I came from. Its difficult to give reality checks to them without dampening their spirits.

Got tricia onboard as a marketing intern - not sure about full time. But i learnt that vibe is important. trust my gut cos that says a lot. At least i feel i can talk to tricia and thats already a very good start. dont hire to give myself pressure.
but at the same time, i do think that diversity is important and sometimes people different from myself can contribute a lot.. so... im not sure. i guess im still experimenting here. any perhaps experimenting with interns is the way to go.

Anyway, am pinning hopes on the JV deal but at the same time fearful of whether it can be accomplished. although i know thats not the end, but a milestone success is much needed at this point i guess. smth to show my family, friends.. but stay humble peck. stay humble.

Taking the leap

This post came late.. But the whole idea is to track my journey so that next time I can reflect and share my experiences..
May not be successful, in fact there is a good chance all will go to naught.. Nonetheless, there's no turning back..

I'm with the Ilead 12 bunch to beijing and shanghai.. The journey has been incredible so far. The learning the self discovery.. Too many thoughts and to think throughs in my Evernote.. And I'll use is as a platform to answer all my questions..

One common take away is that one day, I wanna be the one sharing and motivating these kids towards entrepreneurship.. Why? I'm honestly not sure.. Maybe I