Dubai Gives You the Salary. It Doesn’t Give You the System.
I moved to France in 2016 on a work assignment. And something shifted in me that I didn't expect.
How Are You Sleeping at Night?
Six months ago, if you didn't own property in Dubai, you were the idiot at the dinner table.
The Biggest Project I Ever Worked On Was Me
I didn't plan a gradual exit. I pulled the plug. There was no transition strategy.
You’re Probably Doing Better Than You Think
There's a conversation I keep having. Different people, different backgrounds, different numbers.
The Room That Told Me Everything
There's a version of my life where I never stopped to look around.
The Next Chapter: Coaching, Credentials, and Where I Am Headed
There is something interesting that happens when you start doing work you genuinely care about.
The Other Side of Personal Finance We Don’t Talk About Enough
Most people think personal finance is about budgeting, cutting expenses, and using tools like the 50/30/20 rule.
How a Pedestrian Accident Taught Me the Importance of Life Insurance
Most people think financial planning starts with saving or investing. But the truth is, the very first step is something far less exciting.
Simplicity Doesn’t Come Easy
The older I get, the more I realise that simplicity takes work.
Beyond Numbers: The Human Side of Money Coaching
My approach to money was very different when I first started my journey toward financial independence.
Let’s Be Honest: Budgeting Is Boring (But It’ll Change Everything)
Budgeting is not the sexiest topic for anyone. It feels like becoming an accountant for your personal life.
Coaches Asked Me to Get Into Coaching
It's funny how life unfolds sometimes. After 12 years in corporate finance, I quit my job without a backup plan.
From Podcast to Purpose: My Journey to Financial Coaching
Back in 2020, I started a small passion project, a podcast called Making Sense with Nikhil.