For years, many people believed public sector jobs were among the safest.

But GovTech's decision to restructure its workforce is a reminder that in today's economy, no role is completely immune to change.

If retrenchment can happen in organisations that are performing well,how long could your savings last?

What would you do if your income stopped tomorrow? 

And is financial preparedness only part of the equation?

In this episode of Money and Me, Elijah Lee, Senior Financial Services Manager at Phillip Securities, shares lessons from his own retrenchment experience and from helping clients navigate career disruptions in this conversation with Michelle Martin.

For years, many people believed public sector jobs were among the safest.
But GovTech's decision to restructure its workforce is a reminder that in today's economy,&nbsp;no role is completely immune to change.
If retrenchment can happen in organisations that are performing well,how long could your savings last?
What would you do if your income stopped tomorrow?&nbsp;
And is financial preparedness only part of the equation?
In this episode of&nbsp;Money and Me, Elijah Lee, Senior Financial Services Manager at Phillip Securities, shares lessons from his own retrenchment experience and from helping clients navigate career disruptions in this conversation with Michelle Martin.

Start your day on a positive note with Live Well with Michelle Martin.

The show explores wellbeing in all its dimensions — from self-awareness and personal growth to money, investing, and everyday lifestyle. Through thoughtful interviews and engaging conversations, Michelle speaks with experts and changemakers on living and ageing well, while helping you discover new ideas — from great books on READ and inspiring voices on INFLUENCE, to practical financial insights on MONEY AND ME.

In a fast-moving world that can often feel overwhelming, Live Well offers a refreshing counterpoint — with insights, ideas and stories that help you feel informed, empowered and ready to take on the day.

Start your day on a positive note with Live Well with Michelle Martin.
The show explores wellbeing in all its dimensions &mdash; from self-awareness and personal growth to money, investing, and everyday lifestyle. Through thoughtful interviews and engaging conversations, Michelle speaks with experts and changemakers on living and ageing well, while helping you discover new ideas &mdash; from great books on READ and inspiring voices on INFLUENCE, to practical financial insights on MONEY AND ME.
In a fast-moving world that can often feel overwhelming, Live Well offers a refreshing counterpoint &mdash; with insights, ideas and stories that help you feel informed, empowered and ready to take on the day.

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Michelle Martin speaks with financial advisors on how to make the most of your money. Learn how to get started,  manage your expenses and start your smart money investment journey today. 

Michelle Martin speaks with financial advisors on how to make the most of your money. Learn how to get started,&nbsp; manage your expenses and start your smart money investment journey today.&nbsp;

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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.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore&rsquo;s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.
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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Money and Me : Key Lessons from the GovTech Layoffs 

Markets are entering a new phase of the AI investment story. While demand for artificial intelligence remains exceptionally strong, investors are becoming more discerning about which companies will ultimately translate that demand into sustainable profits.

Michelle Martin explores why TSMC's strong earnings still triggered a semiconductor sell-off, what Deutsche Bank says is the next big question for AI investing, and why money is rotating into healthcare and financials.

Plus, Abbott Laboratories surges on strong earnings, Alphabet stumbles after another Gemini delay, and why oil fell despite escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Three key investor takeaways round out today's Market View.

Markets are entering a new phase of the AI investment story. While demand for artificial intelligence remains exceptionally strong, investors are becoming more discerning about which companies will ultimately translate that demand into sustainable profits.
Michelle Martin explores why TSMC's strong earnings still triggered a semiconductor sell-off, what Deutsche Bank says is the next big question for AI investing, and why money is rotating into healthcare and financials.
Plus, Abbott Laboratories surges on strong earnings, Alphabet stumbles after another Gemini delay, and why oil fell despite escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Three key investor takeaways round out today's Market View.

Market View: Why Are Investors Looking Beyond Big Tech

In this episode, Dr Arthur Chin, author of The Scrolling Generation: Managing Screen Time and Protecting Our Kids' Mental Health, explains why today's biggest challenge isn't simply how long children spend online, but how algorithms and AI are shaping their attention, emotions and behaviour.

We explore the warning signs parents often miss, why school rules alone won't solve the problem.

Michelle Martin finds out about the practical ways families can build healthier digital habits without declaring war on technology.

In this episode, Dr Arthur Chin, author of&nbsp;The Scrolling Generation: Managing Screen Time and Protecting Our Kids' Mental Health, explains why today's biggest challenge isn't simply how long children spend online, but how algorithms and AI are shaping their attention, emotions and behaviour.
We explore the warning signs parents often miss, why school rules alone won't solve the problem.
Michelle Martin finds out about the practical ways families can build healthier digital habits without declaring war on technology.

Screens Are Rewiring Our Children: Here's How to Regain Control

Michelle Martin highlights the deeply personal, spiritually informed first book by Member of Parliament, Chair of the Government Parliamentary Committee for Education and author Daryl David.Darryl shares why he chose 'peace' as a central frame for his ideas on leadership.

He talks about the leaders that have inspired this book and those who inspired him to be a better leader.

If you are interested in leading with head, heart and soul, Michelle says, this is the book to pick up.

Can this book help anyone become a better leader?

Is leading with peace compatible with corporate cultures that value difference and perspective taking? 

And in an age of AI, uncertainty and constant change, what does it take to remain centred while making difficult decisions?

Find out in this episode of Read.

Michelle Martin highlights the deeply personal, spiritually informed first book by Member of Parliament, Chair of the Government Parliamentary Committee for Education and author Daryl David.Darryl shares why he chose 'peace' as a central frame for his ideas on leadership.
He talks about the leaders that have inspired this book and those who inspired him to be a better leader.
If you are interested in leading with head, heart and soul, Michelle says, this is the book to pick up.
Can this book help anyone become a better leader?
Is leading with peace compatible with corporate cultures that value difference and perspective taking?&nbsp;
And in an age of AI, uncertainty and constant change, what does it take to remain centred while making difficult decisions?
Find out in this episode of Read.

Money and Me : Key Lessons from the GovTech Layoffs

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