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It’s a startup sickness, and it doesn’t discriminate. Or does it? We speak with Founder and CEO of Kiddocare Nadira Yusoff about the dangers of micromanaging, not just in the workplace but in all aspects of life and entrepreneurship, plus how to learn to let go. Click here for more episodes of Failing Forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In many ways, the pandemic has force-fed the workforce the idea of flexible working, with many now not wanting to return to pre-pandemic arrangements. From a business perspective, the pandemic may have also lessened the appeal of traditional, long-term leases for office occupiers; companies may now be looking for ways to reduce spending and the last thing they will want to do is commit to a 10-yea...

At any time, there are around 12,900 trillion litres of water contained in the air all over the world. Condensing water from humidity in the air produces zero waste, and whilst getting a stable clean water supply without interruption is getting harder and harder nowadays, Rivil introduces technology that might just help us to solve some of our water woes.   See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

If the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that flexibility and learning how to go with the flow are key skills in business and in life. For Tiffany Yow, taking The Flow Studio’s yoga and pilates classes online were key to keeping this fitness business afloat - she discusses how the company handled the pivot, their adherence to going above and beyond SOPs, and her dreams for the futu...

Almost 70% of the Earth is made up of water, however,  many parts of the world suffer from water poverty. H2Go is a water tech company that believes everyone should have access to clean and safe drinking water, anytime, anywhere. As World Water Day is fast approaching, we speak to CEO, Dr Rajiv Bhanot on how he developed his technology, the challenges he faced while running his company and wa...

SyNaPseCloud is a data analytics startup that measures mind, brain, and body to help you attain peak performance. Theva Nithy, Specialist Generalist shares how gymnast Sarina Sundara Rajah got involved, their leveraging of IR4.0 technologies, and how Malaysians can benefit from utilising cloud AI and big data analytics.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Belalang Inovasi are helping to turn dull, boring buildings and concrete pillars into something of beauty. They grow plants and grass on the side of buildings without the use of soil. Joining us to tell us more about how we can bring ecology back into our cities will be Dong Quiwan. If you'd like to know more about what they do, head over to their Instagram page at: @belalanginovasi See omnystudio...

Communication has proven to be a key priority especially as COVID-19 continues to rage on; but for frontliners especially, direct, clear, and instant two way communication is absolutely essential.  Solomon Lorthu, managing director at the Penang design center and site operations at Motorola Solutions Malaysia talks about the two-way radio, the R&D process for product innovation, and how t...

With digital transformation leapfrogging due to the pandemic, data analytics is more important than ever. But data itself isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. InsightzClub, for instance, specializes in real-time behavioral and passive data, providing clients with valuable insights into the changing nature of consumer behavior. We speak to Mritunjay Kumar, co-founder and CEO of InsightzClub, a...

With digital transformation leapfrogging due to the pandemic, data analytics is more important than ever. But data itself isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. InsightzClub, for instance, specializes in real-time behavioral and passive data, providing clients with valuable insights into the changing nature of consumer behavior. We speak to Mritunjay Kumar, co-founder and CEO of InsightzClub, a...

Since April 2020, more than 250 brands have signed with Buy-Now-Pay-Later fintech provider Pay With Split (Split) including Dyson, Lorna Jane, and Gamers Hideout. They’ve also successfully generated some RM10 million in revenue for Malaysian businesses with their BNPL concept. We speak to co-founder of Split Dylan Tan about the recent surge in demand for BNPL, how they make their “no l...

OFO Tech is a technology solution provider specializing in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) based solutions. They cater for engineering and industrial application in various industries such as construction, infrastructure, city management, and many more. Armi Majid, the founder of OFO Tech, discusses the budding success of their company and how keeping up with technology is ever-important in a consta...

Matchroom.net defies the notion that eSports is only for professional gamers. There are millions of passionate gamers and fans across this region who enjoy the thrill of eSports and are looking to access competitions and tournaments, playing their favourite games, anytime, anywhere. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Schools and students are struggling to cope with the pandemic. This struggle is doubled for those with special needs. We catch up with Gan Huey Sien, principal and founder of SEED, to talk about the progress her education center has made since we last spoke. We also talk about SEED’s new initiatives, and how they plan to plug the professional gap while moving the industry forward. &nbsp...

It’s no secret that the pandemic has accelerated digital transformation around the world, but what does that mean for providers of cloud solutions and digital services? We speak to Iskandar Ahmat, Country Manager of Cloud 4C Malaysia, about the cloud as the next stage in business evolution. We also chat about Malaysia’s adoption rate, challenges during implementation, as well as the cl...

Fiona Limus, founder and CEO of CompuMed, discusses how she’s approached keeping the business afloat since its inception in 1998, her thoughts on entrepreneurship, and how she continues to grow the company in the face of adversity.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysia’s 2020 ranking on sustainable development goals in consumption and production patterns showed no trend information; clearly, significant challenges still remain. Chelsea Chee, founder of Maeko - a company dedicated to tackle the issue of food waste - shares her thoughts on whether we are able to achieve SDG12 by 2030.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why are more and more people switching to a plant-based diet? A few years ago it might have been considered a fad, a blip on the radar, a passing phase. Not so much in 2020 and 2021. In a Rakuten survey of Malaysian consumers, 60.67% stated that they had consumed plant-based alternatives to animal-based food products. On the back of these numbers, Foodbae decided to make the comfort food you love,...

Why are more and more people switching to a plant-based diet? A few years ago it might have been considered a fad, a blip on the radar, a passing phase. Not so much in 2020 and 2021. In a Rakuten survey of Malaysian consumers, 60.67% stated that they had consumed plant-based alternatives to animal-based food products. On the back of these numbers, Foodbae decided to make the comfort food you love,...

The global sneaker resale market stood at $6 billion in late 2020 and is only doing better with time. But why are sneakers so valuable? How do you fight against counterfeit products? Giving us a glimpse into the world of sneaker resale is Gijs Verheijke, founder and CEO of Ox Street, an online sneaker resale platform dedicated to authenticity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s clear that digitalisation has been significantly sped up for many industries previously lacking in online or software-based solutions over the period of the COVID-19 pandemic. Leading the way is holistic digital solutions provider Healthmetrics for both the healthcare and HR sectors, and to provide an update on how far they’ve come is Max Thum, head of revenue. See omnystudio.com/...

“Cash flow is king,” as the saying goes; this is one of the most important areas of concern for businesses as we navigate a post-MCO economy. Jeevan Sahadevan provides 9 tips and tricks to maintaining, improving, and ultimately smashing your cash flow goals for your company. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jasmine Ho, co-founded The Ohmbox to give a platform for people to learn and share on different modalities of healing. The Ohmbox is a monthly themed subscription box which contains various products and services for subscribers, to embark on their healing journey. Jasmine shares the idea and concept of The Ohmbox. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jasmine Ho, co-founded The Ohmbox to give a platform for people to learn and share on different modalities of healing. The Ohmbox is a monthly themed subscription box which contains various products and services for subscribers, to embark on their healing journey. Jasmine shares the idea and concept of The Ohmbox. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's face it — there are still many SMEs that are struggling to fully embrace the digital world. Business recovery will be derailed for many, and those who have yet to pivot online will truly struggle. Aiming to help merchants without prior eCommerce experience to shift their businesses online, EasyStore entered the industry as a solutions provider that allows for brick and mortar SMEs arou...