Rachell Tan: She almost left him… but that moment changed everything

What happens when life takes everything you’ve built — your business, your savings, your stability — and you’re left with almost nothing? In this heartfelt episode, Rachell Tan opens up about the lowest points of her entrepreneurial journey, how she and her husband Sean rebuilt their lives from scratch, and what “success” truly means after losing it all. From financial struggles to rebuilding self-worth, this episode dives deep into what it really takes to find your first pot of gold — not just financially, but emotionally and mentally. If you’re curious on Germaine’s First Pot Of Gold, find out by clicking the link: https://bit.ly/fpog_GT Subscribe for more:    / @firstpotofgoldpodcast   For business/sponsorship enquiries: [email protected] ===== Follow our socials • Instagram:   / firstpotofgold   • TikTok:   / firstpotofgold   Featuring • Germaine Chow:   / heygermaine   • Rachell Tan:   / pxdkitty   ===== 00:00 – Hook: What would you do if you lost everything? 00:01 – What “First Pot of Gold” means to Rachell 00:03 – How her childhood shaped her money mindset 00:04 – The highs and lows of building a business 00:08 – Coping after leaving her previous career 00:09 – Hitting rock bottom — and finding the courage to rise again 00:10 – The skills every aspiring entrepreneur should have 00:12 – “Making money isn’t hard”? Here’s Rachell’s take 00:13 – What’s next for Rachell and Sean as a team 00:15 – The emotional toll of starting over as a couple 00:26 – How alignment saved their marriage and business 00:31 – Any regrets about choosing entrepreneurship? 00:35 – The value of mentorship in today’s world 00:37 – Dealing with doubt and negativity 00:41 – Her advice for hardworking Singaporeans who feel stuck 00:42 – Closing thoughts ✨ If you’re chasing your own FPOG, this conversation is for you — raw, real, and deeply human. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more stories of resilience, growth, and purpose. #RachellTan #FirstPotOfGold #Entrepreneurship #SingaporePodcast #Motivation #Resilience #SeanAndRachell #Inspiration

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