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Why I Chose ACCA Over LLB
In the 90s, life was simple but tough. I was a kampung kid with no money for overseas university. My career choices? Only two: LLB (Law) or ACCA (Accounting). Affordable, recognized, and practical. I pictured my life as a lawyer first. Blame TVB courtroom dramas and Hollywood movies. Lawyers looked heroic, smart, and untouchable. They…
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The Day I Realised I’m a Happy Boss
Today, a small moment in a meeting made me feel ten feet tall. I was introducing my key personnel to a new business associate. Nothing fancy. Just a short introduction to show who’s who in the room. But it triggered a memory. I remembered a project from years ago … a financial due diligence assignment.…
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(TAX UPDATE) Tax Refund Stuck & Set-Off Rejected … The Hidden SME Cash Flow Trap
Last time, I, as tax agent, can easily help a client set off their tax refund against next year’s CP204 instalments. Today, things are different. LHDN now rejects the application to set off tax credit. Worse, the refund drags on for months, even years. Meanwhile, your business still needs to pump in fresh cash to…
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LHDN Can Decide Your Tax For You Even If You Already Submitted
SME bosses, this is the new reality. You submit your CP204 on time.Cash flow is planned.Then suddenly,CP205 arrives. LHDN increases your monthly instalment because they think your industry is doing well or your past pattern shows higher profit. Your cash is locked.Refunds are slow.Appeals are extra work. Malaysia’s tax collection is now proactive.If you are…
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Why I Rarely Eat Lunch with My Team (Even Though I Want To)
Last week, I casually asked one account executive to join me and our HR head for lunch with my ex-manager. Surprisingly, she said “OK.”No checking calendar.No excuse.Just “OK.”That “OK” felt like a small victory. I genuinely enjoy connecting with my team.But over time,I’ve accepted a simple truth …Most colleagues avoid eating lunch with the boss.…
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