When Jacky Lee returned to Malaysia after working in the UK, he realized how stressful and manual personal tax filing still felt for many Malaysians. It started as a simple idea sketched on a restaurant wall that eventually became TaxMe, a personal tax management app designed to help users track receipts, discover tax reliefs, and…
When software developer Amirul started building Retrx, he was not chasing a business idea. He was solving a frustration he kept running into during grocery runs, wondering whether prices had gone up, what he paid last time, and whether he had bought something before. No simple tool existed to answer those questions, so he built…
When Shieqa and Zharif started Jazztify, they wanted to do more than just perform music; they wanted to create experiences people could truly feel and remember. Through passion, dedication, and a shared love for elegant live music, the husband-and-wife duo have built a career bringing warmth, emotion, and sophistication to weddings, corporate events, and intimate…
Since launching in 2025, @desha_propertypartners has been redefining what it means to be in real estate. They’re not just selling homes, but also educating Malaysians to make smarter, more strategic property decisions. Founded by husband-and-wife team Deva and Sharmila, Desha Property Partners was born out of a desire to break free from the 9-to-5 grind…
When Sandra founded The Brewing Space, it wasn’t just about starting a business, it was about creating an intentional pause in a world that’s always rushing. After 18 years building a career in recruitment and talent across Asia, Sandra transitioned into Positive Psychology and career coaching, blending her corporate expertise with a deep passion for…
When Weii Yie (@therapywithwy) made the shift from corporate HR into full-time therapy, it wasn’t just a career change; it was a deliberate step toward building work that felt meaningful and sustainable. In this interview, Weii Yie shares her journey into full-time therapy, the unique way she works with clients, and the lessons she’s learned…
When Grace Loo stepped into the world of finance, it wasn’t with a grand plan but with resilience shaped by loss, grit, and necessity. It began as part-time insurance work to fund her studies which evolved into a calling; to guide people through their financial journeys with both clarity and compassion. In this interview, she…
At just 18, Lee Kayli entered the insurance industry with the simple intention to earn more money at the side. Now, she has built a career that goes far beyond policies and commissions. Through @insurance.cakaps, Kayli has become known for her heart-led approach, guiding clients not only through financial planning but also through some of…
When Piyadarshini Balakrishnan started Piya Law Chambers, she set out to do more than practice law; she wanted to change how divorce and family cases are experienced in Malaysia. Blending legal expertise with emotional wellness, she’s built a practice that helps clients find not just closure, but healing and growth. In this interview, Piya shares…
With over 12 years of competitive chess experience, @emirthechesscoach has represented Selangor, Malaysia, and even been featured in a Taylor’s University video celebrating his journey. What started as a love for the game has grown into a steady freelance coaching career, where Emir now runs group classes, workshops, and one-on-one sessions while still keeping his…