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What happens after the big exit?
The money hits. The dream’s real.
But then… what?

Joshua Chan built Ergotunes and Everdesk into multimillion-dollar brands.
Then he sold them.
And everything changed.

This one’s about identity, money, and meaning—when the hustle ends and the silence kicks in.

Your Takeaways:

• What no one tells you about life after a big payday

• Why becoming an ‘overnight millionaire’ isn’t what it seems

• The real cost of chasing success without intentionality

• How Joshua is building again—with purpose, not pressure

• His take on community, customer obsession, and creating brands that last

It’s not just about how to exit.
It’s about how to live after you do.

🎧 Tap play. Copy the link. Send it to someone who’s building a business they’ll be proud of.

After a $12M exit, ErgoTune’s founder Joshua Chan faced a challenge few talk about—losing his sense of identity beyond the "founder grind."

In this episode, we unpack what really happens after you exit: the emotional void, shifting purpose, and the truth about rebuilding when the hustle isn’t for survival anymore.

Founder Takeaways:
– How to prepare for the emotional crash post-exit
– Why purpose must replace panic in your next chapter
– What smart, sustainable risk-taking actually looks like
– Who really thrives in startups—and it’s not about personality
– Where to focus: customer acquisition over everything else

An exit isn’t the finish line—it’s just a new kind of challenge.

Interested in founder/CEO talks? Check out Man on a Mission Show.

Most Singapore SMEs here are sitting on untapped advantages—and don’t even realise it.

This isn’t just about growth hacks or marketing trends. It’s about knowing how Singapore really works, what gives us our edge, and how you can use that to build a stronger, smarter business.

🔑 Beneficial Pointers You’ll Walk Away With:

• Redefining your business model to stay relevant in changing markets

• Building communities and loyal customers—not just sales

• Using Singapore’s credibility as a strategic advantage

• Focusing on long-term value creation instead of short-term wins

If you're serious about long-term business in Singapore, this is worth 30 minutes of your time. ▶️ Watch the video now and start using what you already have—but better.

Escalating tariffs are putting pressure on already-thin margins — and SMEs sticking to traditional models are feeling the squeeze.

In this On the Ground episode, we sit down with business community founder & brand strategist Vernon to talk about what separates the businesses that adapt… from the ones that get left behind.

💬 Here’s what we explore:

• Why cost-cutting alone won’t save your business

• The strategies agile SMEs are using to pivot and thrive

• How Singapore’s unique position in the region can be a strength

• What mindset shifts leaders must make to stay competitive

• Practical frameworks to turn pressure into progress

  
  

If you're leading an SME in Singapore, this episode isn’t just insight — it’s a strategic gut-check.

Because resilience now isn’t optional. It’s survival.

The US has rolled out a new wave of tariffs — not just on China, but also Vietnam, Canada… and even Singapore.
While headlines focus on geopolitics, the real question for local business owners is: what does this mean for us?

In this On the Ground episode, we speak with Ang Yuit, President of the Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (ASME), to unpack what these tariffs could mean for Singapore’s economy — especially for SMEs.

💬 Inside the episode:

• Why this round of tariffs is more significant than it looks
• How exporters and non-exporters alike could feel the ripple effects
• What smart businesses are doing now to adapt and stay resilient
• Unexpected opportunities in the midst of trade disruptions

Trade tensions may be global, but their impact is local. This episode is about staying informed, staying sharp — and staying ready.

Is your business actually profitable — or just surviving on momentum?

In this episode, we sit down with Joewin Tan, a seasoned entrepreneur who’s seen both growth and near-collapse, to talk about the quieter side of business failure: cash management.

Most businesses don’t go under because of bad ideas. They fail because they run out of cash — or manage it poorly. Joewin shares what business owners often overlook when things feel like they’re “going well,” and why those blind spots can become the cracks that sink the ship.

We talk through:

• The real reason cash flow issues keep showing up (it’s not just sales)

• Why borrowing to “buy time” is riskier than it looks

• How small expenses become big threats when ignored

• The mindset shift required to run a financially sound business — not just a busy one

If you’re growing, scaling, or just trying to stay afloat — this conversation is a must-listen. Sometimes, the biggest risks are the ones you don’t see until it’s too late.

Do you know how much cash your business needs to survive a crisis?

Half of all businesses barely have 15 days of cash reserves—and if a crisis hits, many won’t make it. Would yours?

In this episode of Man on a Mission, we sat down with Joewin, a seasoned entrepreneur who’s an expert in financial literacy for businesses. She broke down the hard truths about money management that every business owner needs to hear.

💡 Here’s what you’ll take away from this episode:

🔹 Your personal and business finances are more connected than you think. If your personal financial habits are shaky, your business cash flow might be too.

🔹 Cash flow is king. If you don’t have at least three months’ worth of expenses saved, you’re walking a financial tightrope.

🔹 Loans are a tool, not a crutch. Borrowing money should fuel growth, not just help you survive another month.

Joewin shares insights that could help you turn your numbers into smart, strategic decisions—because when you understand your finances, you control your business’s future.

Is your business built to last? Tune in now.