The Golden Nuggets

Amir, Hanafi, Nazreen
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The Golden Nugget podcast is a passion project founded by Amir, joined by Nazreen and Hanafi. We are driven by a shared love for entrepreneurship, business and the desire to share valuable insights with our audience. Our podcast is designed to interview local business owners and professionals providing valuable takeaways for our listeners.

  1. May 3

    He Built Singapore’s No.1 Finance Podcast After Multiple Failures

    In this episode of The Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Reggie, founder of The Financial Coconut, one of Singapore’s leading business and finance podcasts. Reggie shares the real story behind his journey — from being pulled into the MLM world during his army days, to building and losing businesses, to starting The Financial Coconut as a simple personal rant against fake gurus online. He opens up about the hidden cost of MLM, why expectation versus reality can break people, and why he still believes sales skills can be powerful when used with the right intent. He also shares what he learnt from his failed health-tech startup, why choosing the right co-founder matters, and how timing played a major role in the growth of The Financial Coconut. This conversation also goes deep into podcasting as a business. Reggie explains why most podcasts fail, what makes a good host, how media brands should find their lane, and why being different matters more than trying to compete with mainstream media. If you are a founder, creator, podcaster, salesperson, or someone trying to build something from scratch, this episode will give you honest lessons from someone who has failed, rebuilt, and kept going. In this episode, we talk about: Reggie’s early MLM experienceWhy MLM can affect identity and confidenceThe difference between sales and real businessLessons from a failed health-tech startupWhy co-founder selection mattersHow The Financial Coconut startedHow Covid helped podcast advertising growWhy most podcasts are not worth listening toWhat makes a strong podcast hostWhy every media brand needs to find its own laneHow Reggie would rebuild from $80Reggie started The Financial Coconut after feeling frustrated by fake gurus online. What began as a monologue podcast later grew into a larger media brand focused on finance, business, and money conversations.

    1h 8m

  2. May 1

    The Chef Who Built a Business Without a Restaurant

    What does it really take to survive in the F&B industry? In this episode, we sit down with Chef Mel Dean, a pioneer in halal Malay and Nusantara cuisine. He shares his journey from early struggles, job loss, and financial setbacks… to building a respected name in the culinary scene. This is not a success story filled with hype.This is a real look at what happens behind the scenes. How he discovered his calling in foodWhy losing his job changed everythingThe reality of running an F&B businessHow rental kills many restaurantsWhen to stop a failing businessWhy home-based businesses should not rush into cafesHow to grow through pop-ups and collaborationThe truth about “success” after years in business🎯 What You’ll Learn

    1h 24m

  3. Apr 29

    The Truth About Influencer Marketing No One Tells You

    How do you go from selling cheap jewellery in primary school… to running a 7-figure business and a 22-person agency? In this episode of the Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Joel Wong, founder of Social Jet, an influencer marketing agency helping brands grow through content, strategy, and full-funnel marketing systems.   Joel shares his full journey — from building online forums, flipping websites, running e-commerce brands, to scaling a marketing agency across Singapore and beyond. This is not theory. This is real execution. How Joel started his first business in primary schoolWhy most influencer campaigns fail (even with high views)The difference between views and real salesHow to move from freelancer to business ownerWhy brand story matters more than your productHow to start a business with low capitalWhen to hire (and when NOT to)The truth about AI influencers and content today🎯 What You’ll Learn

    1h 3m

  4. Apr 15

    Stop Doing This If You Want Your Child to Succeed

    Why do some children struggle in school… even when they go for tuition? In this episode of the Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Annie, founder of Curious Minds, an online tuition company that focuses on building curiosity, thinking skills, and real understanding in students.  With over 20 years of teaching experience, she shares what most parents overlook when it comes to their child’s education. This episode covers: The real difference between online and physical tuition Why small class sizes improve results faster How asking questions builds confidence and learning The biggest mistake parents make (and how it affects kids) Why too much screen time reduces focus and reading ability How today’s syllabus has changed to focus on analytical thinking What parents should do daily to help their child improve

    49 min

  5. Mar 30

    He Lost $200K in 60 Days… Then Built Singapore’s Biggest Creative Festival

    What does it take to build a creative empire from scratch?In this episode, we sit down with Ken Thew, Founder and CEO of INVADE, the team behind Artbox Singapore. He shares his 16-year journey from running small flea markets to managing a 4,000-strong vendor community across the region.This is not just a story about events.This is a story about survival, purpose, and community.🎯 What You’ll Learn • How Ken started with just $50 booth spaces • The early days at *Scape and Lucky Plaza • How one content creator helped drive viral traction • The harsh reality of COVID and a $200,000 loss in 60 days • Why assuming “zero events” saved the business • The $1 million risk he took to survive • How Artbox became Singapore’s biggest creative festival • Why community matters more than customers💡 Nugget TakeawayYour business grows faster when you stop chasing transactionsand start building a community people want to belong to.🎪 About Artbox SingaporeArtbox is INVADE’s flagship festival.It brings together artists, creators, brands, and food vendors into one space.Upcoming Event Details: • 📍 Singapore Expo Hall 3 • 📅 April 4–5 & April 10–12 • ⏰ 12PM – 11PMExpect: • 200+ retail brands • 80–100 F&B vendors • Live performances, workshops, and art installationsFollow The Golden Nuggets Podcast for more real conversations on business, life, and growth.https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast/https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegoldennuggetspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcastSubscribe for more episodes:https://tgnpodcast.com/watchhttps://tgnpodcast.com/listen

    56 min

  6. Mar 26

    The Dark Side of Entrepreneurship (ADHD, Anxiety & Pressure)

    What does it really take to rebuild your life from zero?In this episode of the Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Hidayah Salamat — a media professional with over 15 years of experience who walked away from stability to pursue her own path.This is not a polished success story.This is the raw reality of entrepreneurship, identity, and faith.Hidayah shares her journey through: • Divorce and personal struggles that changed her direction • Leaving the media industry to build her own venture • The pressure of starting over with limited resources • Why making money is the real test of a business  • How values and purpose shape every decision, even turning down high-paying deals She also breaks down what she would do with just $88 today: • Buy a domain • Focus on her core skill • Build content consistently • Grow an audience before monetising This episode will challenge how you think about: • Success • Money • Purpose • And what it really means to build something that lasts⸻⏱ Key Topics00:00 Introduction03:00 Early career in media and journalism12:00 The breaking point: divorce and mental struggles25:00 Leaving corporate to start her own business40:00 Why most PR and media strategies fail55:00 The reality of entrepreneurship and making money1:10:00 ADHD, overwhelm, and founder struggles1:20:00 What to do if you only have $881:25:00 Final advice on purpose and life⸻📌 Key Takeaways • You are not a business unless you make money  • Your “why” will guide every major decision • Failure is part of the process, not the end • Focus beats doing everything at once • Your story becomes your leverage⸻🎯 Subscribe for MoreWe bring real conversations with founders, creators, and operators who share what actually happens behind the scenes.Follow The Golden Nuggets Podcast for more real conversations on business, life, and growth.https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast/https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegoldennuggetspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcastSubscribe for more episodes:https://tgnpodcast.com/watchhttps://tgnpodcast.com/listen

    41 min

  7. Mar 24

    She Rebuilt her Agency from Scratch...Then Helped Others Scale their Businesses

    What happens when you walk away from a 7-figure agency… at its peak? In this episode of The Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Michelle Loh Horton — a former growth marketer who made a bold decision to shut down her agency and rebuild everything around one core idea: storytelling. She shares how her journey started from a small graphic design studio, grew into a full-scale growth marketing agency, and eventually led her to New York to build a new business focused on helping brands create powerful narrative-driven content. This conversation goes deep into: Why storytelling creates stronger connection than marketing tactics What really happened during COVID when she had to let go of half her team The biggest mistake founders make with content today How to turn your personal journey into a business asset Why most businesses fail to build trust even when they go viral If you are a founder, creator, or marketer trying to grow your business, this episode will change how you think about content and growth.

    1h 5m

  8. Mar 20

    She Lost Her Job and Found Out She Was Sick… In the Same Week

    No Job. Chronic Illness. So She Built a Business Instead. What do you do when everything falls apart at once? In this episode of the Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Fariza Salleh, a former corporate professional who was laid off… twice. But the second time hit differently. Just days before losing her job, she was diagnosed with a chronic illness that would change her life. Instead of going back to a 9–5, she made a bold decision. She built her own path. In this conversation, Fariza shares what it really feels like to be laid off, the hidden signs most people miss, and why relying on a job may no longer be safe. She also breaks down how building a personal brand, creating multiple safety nets, and leaning into your strengths can help you take back control. This is not just a story about business. This is a story about survival, clarity, and choosing a different life. In this episode, you’ll learn: The early signs that a layoff is coming How to prepare mentally and financially before it happens Why your job is not your safety net How to turn uncertainty into opportunity The role of personal branding in building independence What entrepreneurship really looks like behind the scenes If you’ve ever felt uncertain about your career, this episode will hit home.

    59 min
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The Golden Nugget podcast is a passion project founded by Amir, joined by Nazreen and Hanafi. We are driven by a shared love for entrepreneurship, business and the desire to share valuable insights with our audience. Our podcast is designed to interview local business owners and professionals providing valuable takeaways for our listeners.

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  • Creator
    Amir, Hanafi, Nazreen
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    411
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Amir, Hanafi, Nazreen
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