What does motherhood actually change about the way you lead?

For Cassandra Riene Tan — entrepreneur, Group CEO of The Well Group, and co-founder of Amber, a next-generation preschool — the answer starts with a word most people aren't using: unbecoming.

In the inaugural edition of Suite Talk, host Lynlee Foo sits down with Cassandra ahead of Mother's Day to explore how stepping back from conditioned thinking shaped her leadership, why she now filters decisions by energy and not just ROI, and what drove her to bet on emotional resilience over academic performance in an age of AI.

Candid, personal, and anything but the usual founder story.

What does motherhood actually change about the way you lead?
For Cassandra Riene Tan &mdash; entrepreneur, Group CEO of The Well Group, and co-founder of Amber, a next-generation preschool &mdash; the answer starts with a word most people aren't using: unbecoming.
In the inaugural edition of Suite Talk, host Lynlee Foo sits down with Cassandra ahead of Mother's Day to explore how stepping back from conditioned thinking shaped her leadership, why she now filters decisions by energy and not just ROI, and what drove her to bet on emotional resilience over academic performance in an age of AI.
Candid, personal, and anything but the usual founder story.

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Airing weekdays from 1pm to 4pm, the show brings clarity to the stories shaping Singapore and the world — from current affairs and global developments to business trends and industry shifts. Through insightful conversations and fresh perspectives, Lynlee explores what’s driving the headlines and where things are heading next.

Featuring segments like Viewpoint, Industry Insight and Suite Talk, Reset goes beyond the noise to offer thoughtful analysis, real-world context and ideas that help you recalibrate for the rest of your day.

Take a step back, refocus, and Reset with Lynlee.
Airing weekdays from 1pm to 4pm, the show brings clarity to the stories shaping Singapore and the world &mdash; from current affairs and global developments to business trends and industry shifts. Through insightful conversations and fresh perspectives, Lynlee explores what&rsquo;s driving the headlines and where things are heading next.
Featuring segments like Viewpoint, Industry Insight and Suite Talk, Reset goes beyond the noise to offer thoughtful analysis, real-world context and ideas that help you recalibrate for the rest of your day.

Reset with Lynlee

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In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

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In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

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Suite Talk: "Unbecoming" - How motherhood toughened this Singapore C-suite

Many people grow up believing that their worth is tied to how much they achieve, making it difficult to rest without feeling guilty. In a culture that constantly glorifies hustle and productivity, slowing down can feel unearned or even lazy.

Over time, this mindset can lead to burnout, emotional exhaustion, and a harmful cycle of self-criticism.

Rest, however, is not wasted time. Taking moments to recharge mentally and physically allows us to show up more fully in our work, relationships, and personal lives.

On Is It Just Me?, producer Alexandra Parada hears from Sylvia Tan, Director and Principal Counselling Psychologist at Sylvia Tan Psychology Consultancy, about why so many people struggle with productivity guilt, where these beliefs come from, and how we can build a healthier relationship with rest.

Many people grow up believing that their worth is tied to how much they achieve, making it difficult to rest without feeling guilty. In a culture that constantly glorifies hustle and productivity, slowing down can feel unearned or even lazy.
Over time, this mindset can lead to burnout, emotional exhaustion, and a harmful cycle of self-criticism.
Rest, however, is not wasted time. Taking moments to recharge mentally and physically allows us to show up more fully in our work, relationships, and personal lives.
On Is It Just Me?, producer Alexandra Parada hears from Sylvia Tan, Director and Principal Counselling Psychologist at Sylvia Tan Psychology Consultancy, about why so many people struggle with productivity guilt, where these beliefs come from, and how we can build a healthier relationship with rest.

Is It Just Me? : Why do we feel guilty for resting?

At 35, Ang Jun Long leads an SGX-listed company where most of his workforce is old enough to be his parents, and some clients still ask if they can meet someone more senior.

On Suite Talk, the Executive Director of Eneco Energy talks about growing up inside his father's business, and why learning the ropes meant starting at a scaffolding site. He opens up about earning trust when everyone already knows your surname, what he actually does the first day he walks into an acquired company, and why his idea of leaving his mark might surprise you.

At 35, Ang Jun Long leads an SGX-listed company where most of his workforce is old enough to be his parents, and some clients still ask if they can meet someone more senior.
On Suite Talk, the Executive Director of Eneco Energy talks about growing up inside his father's business, and why learning the ropes meant starting at a scaffolding site. He opens up about earning trust when everyone already knows your surname, what he actually does the first day he walks into an acquired company, and why his idea of leaving his mark might surprise you.

Suite Talk: The CEO who was told, "Can you send someone older?"

On All Set, Lynlee Foo and producer Alexandra Parada rounds up five events worth checking out this weekend, including World Cup-themed festivities at Changi Airport, C.J. Hendry's immersive Flower Market installation, and the fantasy-inspired Lion City Faire.

From free football screenings and interactive art experiences to outdoor dance performances and a unique car park relay race, discover what's happening around Singapore and why these events made Lynlee's weekend shortlist.

On All Set, Lynlee Foo and producer Alexandra Parada rounds up five events worth checking out this weekend, including World Cup-themed festivities at Changi Airport, C.J. Hendry's immersive Flower Market installation, and the fantasy-inspired Lion City Faire.
From free football screenings and interactive art experiences to outdoor dance performances and a unique car park relay race, discover what's happening around Singapore and why these events made Lynlee's weekend shortlist.

Suite Talk: "Unbecoming" - How motherhood toughened this Singapore C-suite

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