SilverBullets completes acquisition of JohnDavids.com

On July 15, 2021July 18, 2021 By LS HIn Business FundamentalsLeave a comment

SilverBullets’ Investment arm has successfully completed the acquisition of John Davids Pte Ltd (www.JohnDavids.com). [15 July 2021].

John Davids Pte Ltd (www.JohnDavids.com) is the exclusive distributor for Apollo Colours (UK) in South-East Asia and Taiwan. Apollo’s inks are used for the printing of security cards (IDs, credit cards, passports, etc) because of their special qualities. Their applications extend to all kinds of printing materials (eg. Metal, glass, vinyl, textile, etc,) and production methods (eg. Screen printing, offset, etc.). They also provide specialty inks eg. For prints that are visible only under ultraviolet lights, rub-off for game cards, etc.

This acquisition of John Davids is part of a diversification strategy for SilverBullets, according to Mr Ho – the Director of SilverBullets Pte Ltd. John Davids is expected to provide a sustainable dividend stream in the years ahead.

Re-using your login details & password may be a security risk

On July 15, 2021 By LS HIn Business Fundamentals, IT securityLeave a comment

Most of us have login accounts to multiple shopping sites and other online service providers. And we are probably using the same passwords across sites. This is a security risk that we should be aware of and do something about before our accounts get compromised.

Singapore’s number of millionaires to surge 62% by 2025

On July 15, 2021 By LS HIn Business Fundamentals, Economy, Financial Nett Worth, Human ResourceLeave a comment

According to Credit Suisse Group, the number of millionaires in Singapore will increase by 62% by 2025. This rise can be attributed to the post-covid growth expected. Check this out…

Salaries of 2020 Singapore graduates

On May 14, 2021 By LS HIn Business Fundamentals, Career, Human ResourceLeave a comment

Here’re some statistics of Singapore’s 2020 graduates’ salaries: 1) median monthly salary is stable, but full time employment falls 2) Medicine & Law graduates are no longer having the highest starting salaries 3) SMU graduates have the highest median starting salary.

10 characteristics of a good leader

On May 13, 2021 By LS HIn Business Fundamentals, Career, Human Resource, ValuesLeave a comment

These are 10 characteristics of a good leader: integrity, ability to delegate, communication, self-awareness, gratitude, learning agility, influence, empathy, courage and respect. It should not be a surprise that Integrity tops the list. How do you measure against this list?

Online customer service can make or break retailers

On May 12, 2021 By LS HIn Business Fundamentals, Human Resource, ValuesLeave a comment

With retail moving online, it is clear that those who can manage the end-to-end process for an excellent consumer experience will win. It is unfortunate that many retailers are nowhere near the benchmark set by Amazon. This can make or break their digitalisation efforts.

More than 33,000 business in Japan are over 100 years old

On May 11, 2021 By LS HIn Business Fundamentals, ResilienceLeave a comment

There are over 33,000 businesses in Japan that are over 100 yrs old and more than 3,100 over 200 years. There are even 140 which are over 500 years old. These businesses have experienced pandemics, wars, uncertainties, earth quakes, economic downturns, etc. How did they survive so many years and generations? Is there something we can learn from them about business resilience? Check out this article which tells you about their values, sense of purpose, approach to business growth and how the manage cash reserves.

The size of the ASEAN middle class represents opportunities for SMEs

On May 9, 2021 By LS HIn Business Fundamentals, EconomyLeave a comment

Companies seeking to grow globally can start with launching to the ASEAN market. The population of the ASEAN middle class alone is easily 50million and this is set to grow. Is addressing this market in your business strategy?

The Unicorns of South-East Asia

On May 8, 2021 By LS HIn Business Fundamentals, Economy, Innovation, StocksLeave a comment

A unicorn is a privately held company with a valuation of over US$1B. These are usually start-ups with a new business model or technology disrupting an existing process. The chart below shows the unicorns of south-east asia and a description of the 6 found in Indonesia.

It’s people conflicts that impedes performance

On May 7, 2021May 7, 2021 By LS HIn Business Fundamentals, Human Resource, ValuesLeave a comment

It’s not divorce that affects kids, it’s the parental conflicts. In the same way, it is people conflicts that impedes individual and team performance. In the world of executive coaching, we call these “interferences”. The resolution? You will not be able to change others; you can only manage how you respond to their behaviours. Your response could change their behaviours and attitudes. While that’s not guaranteed, the good thing is that your positive response will likely make you a better person. Food for thought!