Bernard Leong

Bernard Leong

Singapore
Jun
21
How I think

How I think

In this essay, I discuss the different mental models I adopt when I need to think about things critically.
4 min read
Jun
09
Examining the Super App Strategy in Southeast Asia

Examining the Super App Strategy in Southeast Asia

In this article, we examine the super app strategy adopted by the ride hailing companies in Southeast Asia.
13 min read
May
28
How to shut down a zombie company gracefully

How to shut down a zombie company gracefully

In this article, I share the process in how I helped founders to shut down their zombie companies.
5 min read
May
07
Recalibration of Value in the Sharing Economy Internet Companies

Recalibration of Value in the Sharing Economy Internet Companies

In this article, I will explain what the true value of companies in the sharing economy is that they re-calibrate the value of the physical assets in that traditional industry which they seek to disrupt.
4 min read
Apr
19
Perspectives on the 9-9-6 work ethic in China

Perspectives on the 9-9-6 work ethic in China

In this article, I want to explain if the 9-9-6 work ethic is really sustainable for anyone out there and offer the perspective when 9-9-6 work ethic can work for an individual.
7 min read
Apr
08
When you join a startup, Please keep your eyes wide open

When you join a startup, Please keep your eyes wide open

In this essay, I explain why founders and employees in startups need to think about how their compensations are mapped to equity ownership and the risks involved.
5 min read
Mar
20
Why the Bitcoin Value is not Zero

Why the Bitcoin Value is not Zero

In this essay, I argue why the value of a bitcoin is not and never be zero and how it should be valued.
4 min read
Mar
13
On Limited Time

On Limited Time

In this essay, I reflect on the limited amount of time which I have, and how I should think about this from now to 65 and beyond.
6 min read
Feb
25
Why Digital Transformations Fail  Case Studies II - Digital Assets are not Free

Why Digital Transformations Fail Case Studies II - Digital Assets are not Free

In this article, I want to focus on a specific problem that is common with the mindsets of incumbent operators about digital assets.
4 min read
Feb
20
When Leadership and Management differs

When Leadership and Management differs

In this essay, I share my perspectives on the differences between leadership and management and how I navigate thru difficult situations.
3 min read