Today, another first in my life. It was the premier of an online talk I recorded for members of the Chartered Institute of Islamic Finance (CIIF). Chose to speak about how COVID-19 has impacted takaful – both as an operator/industry as well as to an individual on the street, like you and me.It’s a first time and honestly, it’s awkward to see yourself talk on video. I‘ve developed a new respect for people who have done this regularly and naturally. Mine is a bit sloppy with mispronunciations here and there. But again, just keeping it real. At the end, it...

It’s been more than a week since I wrote anything. Without us realizing, it’s been a week since we started fasting. Time surely passes by so fast these days. Life has been hectic, nothing new. Adjusting to the norm of spending Ramadan indoors at home. I actually look forward to Ramadan every year, from the bazaars to rushing out to get a container (or 2) or my favorite bubur lambuk given away after Asr at Masjid Tengku Ampuan Jemaah, Bukit Jelutong and most of all, missing the tarawih prayers at the same mosque (also getting to see my 2 nephews...

1 day more to go till Ramadhan.Thank you Allah for letting us celebrate this beautiful month prepared for us. May we come out better human beings after it.  May Allah grant us the strength and wisdom to make celebrate Ramadhan despite whatever challenges that my come our way.

Malaysia have managed to bring the number of new COVID-19 cases down to a double digit for 2 days in a row – 69 yesterday and 54 today.While the future is uncertain, this is an achievement that we should celebrate. After days of facing MCO together, the results have finally shown – we are getting there, we can do this! Taken from PM8: Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin’s FB Days ahead will probably not be the same, we will need to embrace the new norm – at least for the next 6 to 12 months. Nevertheless, it’s a starting point. We...

Among the most joyous moments throughout my career actually does not center on my own personal development. I’m ambitious for sure, I appreciate the meaning of individual success and growth. The ability to scale and implement positive changes expands with power, which can only be achieved via personal growth. Not saying we can’t introduce changes without being at the top – anyone can do good. But it helps when you’re in a position that can influence a decision or better still – the person who calls the shot. But then all these doesn’t really give me the joy of working....