Finance

Duit Yourself

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Money matters made simple, relatable, and real! From first jobs to retirement dreams, we’re breaking down personal finance for the modern hustle. Learn to budget, tackle debt, and build a future you’re excited about, because adulting is easier when you’re in control. Let’s take charge, one bite-sized step at a time.

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Level up your finances with 73 videos packed with everything you need!

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From budgeting to retirement planning, learn money skills that actually work in real life.

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What's Included

  • 6 courses series
  • 39 videos, learn at your pace
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  • Confident money choices at every stage of life
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  • Course Information

    Course Length

    200 Hours

    Bundles

    11 bundles

    Instructor
    • Jack Lin
    • ,
    • Anuar Shuib
    • ,
    • Dr. Zalina Ishak
    • ,
    • Yuvarajan Periyan
    • ,
    • Samantha Teh
    • ,
    • Desmond Chong
    • ,
    • Kevin Neoh
    • ,
    • Asad Safuan
    Language
    Subtitle
    Category
    Price
    English, Malay
    English
    Free

    Inside this lesson plan

    Financial anxiety cover image
    Financial anxiety cover image
    7 Series
    |
    26 Min

    Money giving you the ick? That’s financial anxiety, when bills, debt, or endless what-ifs hijack your headspace. Catch the signs, cut the spiral, and start talking money like a pro so cash stress stops calling the shots.

    What Is Financial Anxiety?

    Symptoms of Financial Anxiety

    Treating Financial Anxiety

    Red Flag & Sandwich Generation

    Gender roles & Financial Anxiety

    When Should I Seek Help?

    Talking About Money Better

    From cash to clicks cover image
    From cash to clicks cover image
    5 Series
    |
    17 Min

    Cash is cute, but going cashless is smoother. Shifting to digital payments builds money-tracking habits, reduces theft risk, and helps you budget smarter while adapting to the future of finance.

    What is Going Cashless?

    How To Choose The Best Platforms

    Common Issues

    Cryptocurrency 101 – The Basics

    Digital Scams ft Crypto Scams

    Love & Finances Cover Image
    Love & Finances Cover Image
    7 Series
    |
    13 Min

    Love & finances go hand in hand. From first dates to “I do,” money choices shape your future together. Sync spending styles, plan the future, and keep money talks chill so both your hearts and your savings grow.

    The Financial Reality of Getting Married

    Wills Aren’t Just for the Rich

    No Secrets, No Surprises

    Money Talks: Couples Edition

    Financial Balance in Relationships

    Different Money Habits, One Solution

    Pre-Marriage Family Planning Matters

    The investment scam survival guide cover image
    The investment scam survival guide cover image
    9 Series
    |
    26 Min

    Investing comes with risk, but don’t let it vanish in a scam. Keep scammers away from your hard-earned money and learn how to spot their tricks in this bundle.

    Defining Investment Scams

    The Anatomy of Investment Scams

    Scammers’ Playground

    No Age, Just Vulnerability

    Scam-Proof Your Money

    Staying Safe on Investment App

    Scammed? Here’s How Banks Act

    Learning Instead of Blaming

    Bouncing Back After Scams

    Pelaburan & Perancangan Kewangan Cover Image
    Pelaburan & Perancangan Kewangan Cover Image
    6 Series
    |
    13 Min

    Pelaburan mungkin kedengaran menakutkan bila belum bersedia. Nak mula tapi tak tahu cara selamat? Financial advisor dan financial planner sedia membantu.

    Pelaburan Secara Ringkas

    Simpanan vs Pelaburan

    Etika Dalam Pelaburan

    Mentaliti Pelabur

    Financial Planner vs Financial Advisor

    Planner Costs: Know Before You Hire

    What's in your paycheque? cover image
    What's in your paycheque? cover image
    6 Series
    |
    17 Min

    Ever wonder where your money goes? Learn to navigate deductions, protect your income, budget wisely, and prioritise what truly matters so your cash works as hard as you do.

    Understanding Deductions

    How Much Do I Actually Make?

    Is My Salary Confidential?

    Budgeting Basics

    Challenges of Saving

    Needs vs Wants

    Personal finances as a gig worker cover image
    Personal finances as a gig worker cover image
    5 Series
    |
    11 Min

    Calling your own shots sounds dreamy until paychecks bounce. Learn how to keep cash flowing and build a future that works for you.

    Challenges Gig Workers Face

    Inconsistent Income Earners

    Gig Working Requires Goals & Motivations

    Securing Your Future – Retirement

    Securing Your Future – Insurances

    Pengurusan Hutang & BNPL Cover Image
    Pengurusan Hutang & BNPL Cover Image
    8 Series
    |
    25 Min

    Hutang & BNPL di hujung jari, tapi risiko tersembunyi menanti. Ketahui cara bijak urus hutang, guna BNPL dengan disiplin, dan elak perangkap kewangan.

    Perangkap Hutang

    Hutang Pengguna di Malaysia

    Beli Sekarang Bayar Kemudian

    Manfaat Menggunakan BNPL

    Hutang Bukan Jalan Pintas Bahagia

    Strategi Keluar Dari Hutang

    Peranan Hutang Dalam Kesejahteraan Mental

    Pentingkah Menjaga Skor Kredit?

    Budaya filial piety cover image
    Budaya filial piety cover image
    6 Series
    |
    15 Min

    Kupas budaya hormat dan tanggungjawab kepada ibu bapa di Malaysia serta cabaran generasi moden menyeimbangi keluarga dan kewangan.

    Budaya Filial Piety di Malaysia

    Generasi Sandwich

    Harta dan Hutang Pusaka

    Insurans Untuk Ibu Bapa?

    Beban atau Tanggungjawab

    Tuntutan Palsu

    Menghadapi krisis kewangan cover image
    Menghadapi krisis kewangan cover image
    7 Series
    |
    18 Min

    Krisis kewangan boleh menjejaskan kestabilan hidup jika pendapatan dan perbelanjaan tidak diurus dengan bijak. Dr Zalina akan mengupas topik ini dengan lebih lanjut.

    Cara Menganalisis Aliran Tunai

    Panduan Takaful: Apa Perlu & Jangan Buat

    Apakah Itu Krisis Kewangan?

    5 Formula Disiplin Diri

    Simptom Krisis Kewangan

    Membina Tabung Keperluan

    Macam Mana Nak Bina Aliran Tunai?

    Get to know your instructor

    Jack Lin Avatar

    Jack Lin

    Approved Financial Planner

    Jack Lin is the CEO of Axen Alpha Advisory, a Bank Negara Malaysia–licensed financial advisory firm leading the way in innovative financial planning. With over a decade of industry experience and a strong academic foundation, including an MBA and ongoing PhD in Finance, Jack blends real-world expertise with scholarly insight. A Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Registered Financial Planner (RFP), and Shariah RFP, he’s also a seasoned trainer, lecturer, and HRDF-certified educator, shaping the next generation of financial professionals. As a leader, mentor, and industry voice, Jack is dedicated to raising standards and inspiring growth in Malaysia’s financial planning landscape.
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    Anuar Shuib Avatar

    Anuar Shuib

    Licensed Financial Planner

    Anuar Shuib is a licensed Financial Planning Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the financial industry, from share broking to financial planning services. Armed with a Master’s in Financial Planning, he holds multiple professional designations including RFP, Shariah RFP, and Fellowship with the Life Underwriter Training Council. Part of the pioneer batch of Islamic Financial Planners in Malaysia, Anuar has been a trusted trainer, speaker, and mentor since 1990, specialising in customised financial strategies for both retail and corporate clients.
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    Dr. Zalina Ishak Avatar

    Dr. Zalina Ishak

    Licensed Financial Planner

    Dr Zalina Binti Mohd Ishak is a trailblazer in the Malaysian financial planning industry. With a PhD in Financial Planning and over two decades of experience, she has been at the forefront of shaping industry standards. From being among the first batch of Bank Negara–recognised RFP and Shariah RFP graduates. to training and mentoring financial professionals across agencies, firms, and government bodies, she is a passionate educator. Also, as an HRDF-certified trainer, Dr Zalina has worked with institutions such as INTAN, KWAP, and EPF to raise financial literacy and empower the next generation of planners. Combining deep expertise with a commitment to lifelong learning, she continues to inspire confidence and innovation in Malaysia’s financial landscape.
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    Yuvarajan Periyan

    Licensed Financial Planner & Financial Adviser

    Yuva is a millennial financial strategist on a mission to make personal finance simple and accessible. Early in his career, he recognized the gap in financial literacy and has since mentored at Futurelab while hosting the Brown Guy Talk Finance podcast, ranked among Malaysia’s Top 5 personal finance shows by CompareHero.com. A licensed Financial Planner under the Securities Commission Malaysia, Yuv combines expertise with practical insights, empowering his generation to take control of their finances with confidence, clarity, and ease.
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    Samantha Teh

    Licensed Financial Planner

    Samantha has spent over two decades shaping Malaysia’s financial landscape, leading teams at HSBC, Alliance Bank, and now as Managing Partner at UOB Kay Hian Wealth Advisors Sdn Bhd. Blending strategy with innovation, they became Asia’s first Numerology Financial Coach and created the SHIFT workshops to help clients align purpose with wealth. A licensed Financial Planner, FPAM CE facilitator, HRDCorp-certified trainer, and Certified WealthFlow® Coach, She inspires individuals and professionals alike. Their impact has earned recognition in Successful People in Malaysia and Singapore, alongside icons like Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh and Dato’ Joey Yap.
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    Desmond Chong

    Licensed Financial Planner

    Desmond Chong is a financial planning expert and Founder of Next Generation Consultancy, with experience as Agency Manager at Kenanga Investors Berhad (KIB). A Certified Financial Planner (CFP CERT TM) and licensed Private Retirement Scheme (PRS) Consultant, he specialises in financial planning, investment strategy, cash flow management, retirement readiness, insurance (Takaful & conventional), child education funding, and estate & trust solutions. Passionate about empowering individuals and families, Desmond combines expertise with practical insights to help clients build strong, sustainable financial foundations while elevating financial literacy across Malaysia.
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    Kevin Neoh

    Licensed Financial Planner

    Kevin Neoh helps people take control of their lives through smarter money management. As a Certified Financial Coach, Financial Life Planner, and Head of Financial Planning at VKA Wealth Planners, he guides families, busy professionals, and employees to reduce financial stress and build a healthier relationship with money. A two-time Malaysian Financial Planner of the Year (2016 & 2017), HRDC-accredited trainer, and mentor to aspiring planners, Kevin combines expertise with practical guidance, helping clients align their finances with their life goals.
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    Asad Safuan avatar

    Asad Safuan

    Licensed Financial Planner

    Asad Safuan is a licensed financial planner with Wealth Vantage Advisory Sdn Bhd. He helps families and individuals prepare for life’s twists and turns by safeguarding health, funding children’s education, and building emergency savings and crafting financial plans that align with each client’s goals and lifestyle.
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    Q: Who is this series for?

    This series is designed for everyday people who want to make money simple, practical, and stress-free.
    • There will be 73 short videos, each 2 to 5 minutes long, offering practical strategies to manage, save, and grow your money.
    • Simple, relatable guidance to help you build better money habits and make smarter financial decisions.
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