Career Growth in Your 20s as a NRI | Real experience and perspective

In this episode, we provide NRIs with valuable insights into personal finance, career decisions, and living abroad. Featuring Manas Sharma, a product manager at Grab, we discuss his professional journey and why he moved to Singapore, alongside his future academic plans in the U.S. Explore the financial challenges and opportunities NRIs face, including the benefits of pursuing an MBA in the U.S., and discover how to balance skills and career advancements with smart financial planning. Delve into the quality of life in Singapore, compare it with India, and get practical tips on community engagement and managing living expenses. Additionally, learn about the FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) movement and how NRIs can achieve financial independence through tech innovations and side projects. This episode, packed with expert advice and practical solutions, is tailored to help NRIs navigate their professional and personal journeys effectively. #chaipekharcha #youth #nri #mba #singapore #usa 00:00 Career Choices: Cash Out or Invest in New Skills? 00:57 Introduction to Chai Pe Kharcha and Guest Manas Sharma 01:48 Manas Sharma's Journey to Becoming an NRI in Singapore 03:39 Quality of Life: Comparing India and Singapore 07:21 Top Reasons to Love Life in Singapore 10:03 Cost of Living in Singapore 12:35 Why Pursue an MBA in the US? 14:44 Builder Mentality to Broader Perspectives 15:29 Innovation in the U.S. vs. the World 19:27 Financial Justification for an MBA 22:32 Financial Independence and Early Retirement (FIRE) 25:10 Micro Startups and Passive Income 29:04 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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