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Who We Are with Rachel Lim

Rachel Lim

Education

Frequency: 1 episode/14d. Total Eps: 76

Who we are is an ever-evolving journey without limits. Join the ever-curious Rachel Lim as she delves into every facet of our lives — from work and family to relationships, self-discovery, and beyond. Experience a series of conversations and shared reflections that span from in-depth discussions with thought leaders around the world, to personal lessons shared with friends. Each episode offers valuable insights into our identities and pathways to self-improvement. Welcome to Who We Are — a podcast devoted to the continuous journey of uncovering our ever-evolving selves.

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26/04/2026
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#52: 450 People Depending on Her — Then She Lost Her Job

Season 2 · Episode 52

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 • Duration 36:23

Jennifer Baile is the Vice President of Global Services & Solutions at HP; one of the world's most recognised technology companies. But what drew me to her wasn't the title or the résumé. It was the quiet steadiness underneath it all. Four weeks after moving her entire life to Singapore, her role was eliminated. She had 450 people depending on her. And instead of panicking, she did something that changed the trajectory of everything that came after. In this episode, Jennifer and I talk about: What it actually means to lead when certainty is unavailable and the data is incomplete Why she stopped trying to do it all — and what she outsourced instead The mindset that turned job loss into a better role How to ask for help without feeling like a failure What titles, status and success actually mean once you've had enough of them Raising four children to know they are enough in a world that constantly tells them otherwise The dinner table ritual she started when her girls were small - and why it changed everything This is a conversation about the long game. About trading titles for purpose. About what age, experience and a few very good mentors can clarify in you over time. If you're navigating a hard season — professionally or personally — this one is for you. Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:12 Meet Jennifer Baile: A Leader with an Unlikely Career Path 00:02:25 Learning to Sit in the Storm 00:04:47 Unlocking the Courage to Ask for Help 00:06:10 How to Lead Without Certainty 00:11:58 What People Get Wrong About Leadership 00:14:18 How to Steward Strong Business Mentorships 00:18:04 Redefining Success After 30 Years in Business 00:19:38 Growing a Family Amid Heavy Responsibilities 00:23:02 Dealing with Mom Guilt and Not “Doing It All” 00:26:09 Raising Confident Daughters in a Social Media World 00:31:17 You’re Only as Happy as Your Unhappiest Child 00:32:50 Strengthening Your Marriage After Having Kids 00:34:52 The Message Jennifer Baile Hopes to Leave Behind Follow Rachel here: https://www.instagram.com/ms_rach/ Connect with Jennifer Baile here: https://sg.linkedin.com/in/jenbaile Write in to the team at hello@rachreflects.com.

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#42: Rolf Dobelli on Thinking Clearly in a Noisy World

Season 2 · Episode 42

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 • Duration 31:15

Best known for The Art of Thinking Clearly, Rolf Dobelli has helped millions of readers sharpen their thinking and sidestep the traps that cloud our judgment. In his latest book The Not-To-Do List, he flips traditional self-help on its head; arguing that the key to a good life isn’t doing more, but doing less of what doesn’t serve us.

In this candid conversation, Rolf shares practical ways to reclaim your attention and energy: how to stop overcommitting, why reliability matters more than talent, when to quit (and why it’s not a failure), and what he’s learned from consciously stepping away from the news cycle.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling stretched thin, trapped in a productivity loop, or simply ready to cut through the noise.

00:00 Introduction

01:04 Rolf Dobelli’s Not-To-Do Habit: Overconfidence

02:44 Rolf’s Study on Cognitive Biases

05:14 The Sunk-Cost Fallacy’s Impact on Our Decisions

07:22 How to Avoid the Manipulation of Reciprocity

10:12 Rolf’s Inspiration Behind ‘The Not-To-Do List’

12:44 Why Reliability Outweighs Brilliance

14:46 Knowing When to Quit or Persevere

18:33 Why To-Do-Lists Don’t Work

20:12 The Magic of Setting Low Expectations

23:54 Why Rolf Stopped Reading the News

27:25 Rolf Dobelli’s Mission to Sharpen the Quality of Our Thoughts

29:15 The Billboard Question: Rolf Dobelli’s Message

30:22 Episode Closing

#41: From DBS Intern to CEO: Tan Su Shan on Redefining Leadership at the Top

Season 2 · Episode 41

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 • Duration 27:32

Tan Su Shan’s story is more than a career trajectory; it’s a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and redefining what it means to lead. In this special and intimate conversation during Love, Bonito's IWD event, Su Shan, now the CEO of DBS, reflects on her journey from intern to the top of one of Asia’s most influential banks.

She opens up about the moments of self-doubt, the lessons learned from “demotions,” and how she learned to command a room without changing who she is. From cultivating clarity and conviction, to breaking through the “sticky floor” that holds many women back, Su Shan shares powerful truths about ambition, presence, and the price of leadership.

Whether you're a rising leader, a seasoned professional, or simply navigating what it means to take up space in your own life, this conversation is filled with wisdom, warmth, and actionable insight.

00:00 Introduction

00:38 From Intern to CEO: Su Shan’s Early Days at DBS

02:04 When a “Demotion” Becomes a Turning Point

07:16 Facing Self-Doubt and Leading Through Discomfort

08:57 Learning to Command the Room with Confidence

12:02 Grounding Leadership in Customer-Centricity

14:08 How “WRECKOON” Shaped Her Perspective as a Leader

15:41 The One Leadership Skill That Will Define the Next Decade

17:57 The Best Investments Su Shan Has Made in Life

19:28 Q&A: Building Clarity and Communicating with Impact

21:07 Q&A: Finding the Right Mentors and Sponsors

23:59 Q&A: What It Really Takes to Build Great Teams

26:15 Final Reflections: What Leadership Means Today

#40: Inside the Adolescent Mind: Belonging, Identity & Emotional Survival

Season 2 · Episode 40

Monday, April 14, 2025 • Duration 56:27

What’s really going on inside the minds and hearts of today’s teenagers?

In this powerful and eye-opening episode, I sit down with Dr Cheryl Loh, one of Singapore’s leading adolescent psychiatrists and a mother to two teens, to explore the inner emotional world of adolescence: a time of searching, shaping, and often silent struggle.

We unpack what teens are truly longing for, not just connection, but a deep sense of belonging, identity, and emotional safety. Dr Cheryl shares why so many adolescents turn to the digital world to cope, why shame is such a potent and often misunderstood force during these years, and how adults can begin to show up in ways that don’t just manage behaviour, but meet real emotional needs.

What makes this conversation truly special is that it doesn’t stop at insight. Dr Cheryl offers practical, actionable ways for parents, caregivers, and educators to reconnect, rebuild trust, and offer teens the safe, anchored presence they may not know how to ask for.

00:00 Introduction

01:28 Dr Cheryl Loh on Championing Adolescent Mental Health in Singapore

04:24 Why Teen Mental Health Deserves More Attention

10:13 Are Our Teens Simply Misunderstood?

14:37 Parent Guilt, Anxious Parenting & the Pressure to Get It Right

17:33 Teens vs the Internet: Navigating Influence, Shame & Identity

22:37 How to Stay Present in Your Teen’s Life — Without Pushing Them Away

27:16 Seeing the Good: Shifting from Fixing to Connecting

30:03 What Increases the Risk of Mental Health Struggles in Adolescents?

34:36 The Role Educators & Schools Play in Teen Emotional Safety

#39: Don’t Just Lead — Communicate With Intention. Wes Kao Shows You How

Season 2 · Episode 39

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 • Duration 37:26

In this powerful episode, Wes Kao; co-founder of Maven and pioneer of cohort-based learning, joins us to explore what separates good leaders from great ones, and why intentional communication is at the heart of it all.

We dive into everything from how to sharpen your judgment and make faster, better decisions, to why concise communication isn't just efficient, it's essential. Wes unpacks her signature concept of “avoiding negative inception” and shows how certain well-meaning phrases can actually sabotage your message and plant doubt.

We also talk about how to turn worries into action, why owning your strengths is a quiet superpower, and what it looks like to challenge your own thoughts with intention. Wes shares her biggest leadership challenge to date, and how she learned to balance transparency with confidence, especially when leading through uncertainty.

If you're a leader, creator, or communicator of any kind, this conversation is packed with tactical wisdom that will shift how you speak, lead, and show up.

Topics we cover:

The communication traps even smart leaders fall into
What it means to “incept negative ideas” and how to avoid it
Why saying less can help you lead more effectively
The underrated power of self-awareness and reframing
How to personalise your communication to truly connect

Tune in and learn how to lead not just with vision, but with voice.

00:00 Introduction

00:55 Wes Kao’s Passion for Education

02:08 Good vs Great Leadership: What Sets Them Apart?

04:12 How to Sharpen Your Judgement and Make Better Decisions

#38: Supporting Leo Through Depression: The Role We Can Play As Partners

Season 2 · Episode 38

Monday, March 24, 2025 • Duration 28:58

After Leo’s episode, I was deeply moved by the messages that poured in, not just about his story, but about the unspoken weight many of you are carrying in your own lives. So many asked: How do you support someone you love when they’re struggling? How do you stay steady for them without losing yourself in the process?

In this intimate solo episode, I share my personal experience; what it looked like to walk beside Leo during one of his hardest seasons. Not from a place of having it all figured out, but through the lens of the lessons it taught me.

I open up about what helped, what didn’t, and the truths I had to learn the hard way; like not taking his withdrawal personally, listening to understand (not to fix), and continuing to show up with love, even when I felt emptied out.

If you’re in that space right now, quietly holding it all together, I hope this conversation reminds you:

You are not alone. And you are allowed to be strong and tired at the same time 💛

00:00 Introduction: Why This Episode Matters

01:38 Q&A: Navigating Turbulent Seasons in Relationships

02:15 The Subtle Signs: Spotting Early Symptoms of Depression

05:16 Creating a Safe Space for Vulnerability

09:25 How to Stay Resilient When There’s No Timeline

12:49 What Support Really Looks Like: Small Acts, Big Impact

16:29 My Own Breaking Point: Personal Struggles and Lessons

19:15 The Hardest Truths I Had to Learn

21:45 If I Could Speak to Her: A Heart-to-Heart With My Younger Self

26:45 Final Reflections & Closing

#37: Conscious Leadership with Joyce Chen: A Live Session with Entrepreneurs

Season 2 · Episode 37

Monday, March 10, 2025 • Duration 28:32

Leadership is more than just strategy; it’s about self-awareness, emotional mastery, and the ability to lead from a place of integrity and presence. In this special live session, renowned leadership coach Joyce Chen joins a room full of entrepreneurs for a deep, unfiltered conversation on what it truly means to lead with consciousness.

This episode features four live coaching sessions, where Joyce guides participants through some of the most pressing leadership dilemmas:

🔹 How to hold yourself and your team accountable using the Teach the Class method.

🔹 Navigating burnout and knowing when to take a break; is it a whole-body yes or time to realign?

🔹 Leading by example; how to teach the Above-Below the Line framework through role modeling.

🔹 Overcoming overwhelm and uncertainty; learning to trust your instincts while staying open to growth.

Through raw, honest coaching and actionable insights, Joyce helps uncover the deeper patterns that shape how we lead and shows us how to shift into a more empowered, intentional way of showing up - both in business and in life.

00:00 Introduction

00:54 Understanding the ‘Above-Below the Line Framework’

03:42 Shifting from Contraction to Expansion

05:24 ‘Teaching The Class’ Method for Improved Accountability

12:00 ‘Whole Body Yes’ Framework: Navigating Burnout and Indecision

18:04 Role-modelling and Implementing Change as Leaders

20:41 The Importance of Joy and Celebrating Wins

24:55 Evaluating Progress from Above the Line / How to Know I’m Doing Things Right

#36: Gurmit Singh: The Untold Cost of Fame, Family & Finding Purpose

Season 2 · Episode 36

Monday, March 3, 2025 • Duration 49:51

This conversation with Gurmit Singh moved me deeply. It’s not just about a career; it’s about the constant pull between ambition and presence, the delicate balance between success and self-worth, and the courage it takes to step away and realign with what truly matters. Whether you’re in the thick of building your career, questioning your path, or seeking clarity in life’s transitions, this conversation will stay with you long after it ends. I can’t wait for you to hear it.

For over two decades, Gurmit Singh was a household name, bringing laughter to millions. But behind the scenes, he was giving everything; his time, his energy, and unknowingly, pieces of himself, to an industry that demanded more than it gave. Then, at the height of his fame, he made a decision few expected—he walked away. In this deeply personal conversation, Gurmit shares the story of why he left, the sacrifices he made along the way, and the hard-earned wisdom that reshaped his understanding of identity, purpose, and what it truly means to live a meaningful life.

00:00 Welcome & Introduction

01:47 Gurmit Singh: The Man Behind the Laughter

07:06 Fighting Inner Battles: Overcoming Inferiority Complex

10:45 The Legacy and Burden of Phua Chu Kang

13:31 Why Gurmit Walked Away from Fame for Family

17:22 The Power of Saying ‘No’: Guarding Time & Priorities

19:35 A Child’s Silent Plea: The Cost of a Father’s Absence

23:45 Parenting in a Changing World: Lessons & Challenges

26:40 Choosing Love Without Conditions: A Father’s Journey

30:03 Bridging Generational & Belief Gaps with Your Kids

35:27 A Near-Death Experience That Changed Everything

40:31 What Gurmit Would Tell His Younger Self Today

#35: James Dyson: Defying Experts, Ignoring Focus Groups, and Betting on Big Ideas

Season 2 · Episode 35

Monday, February 24, 2025 • Duration 26:26

At 77, James Dyson is still inventing, still questioning, and still challenging the way things are done. His story is a testament to the power of persistence, the beauty of thinking differently, and the magic that happens when you refuse to give up.

James knows what it means to push through doubt, failure, and rejection. For years, no one believed in his vision of a bagless vacuum. He was rejected over 5,000 times, told that customers wouldn’t want to see the dirt they were cleaning, and advised by experts to follow industry norms. But he didn’t listen. Instead, he bet on his instincts, ignored focus groups, and built one of the most revolutionary companies of our time.

In this personal conversation, James Dyson shares the unconventional mindset that led to his greatest breakthroughs - why he believes naivety is an advantage, why failure is something to run toward, and how resilience is the real key to innovation.

We talk about:

Why he believes naivety is an advantage - and why fresh thinkers change the world
The art of trusting yourself - especially when everyone else says you’re wrong
Why experts and market research can lead you astray - and when to follow your gut instead
The Dyson vacuum, the bladeless fan, and the products that almost never happened
What it takes to push through self-doubt and uncertainty
The James Dyson Award and his greatest hope for young innovators

If you’ve ever doubted yourself, faced rejection, or wondered if your idea was worth pursuing—this conversation is for you.

00:00 Introduction

01:58 How Dyson Fuels a Culture of Innovation

03:41 The Advantage of Naivety

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