Taking Singapore's Iconic Ya Kun Kaya Toast To New Heights With Jesher Loi | Hatch & Hustle

[@jem8965]

Good podcast! Enjoyed listening/watching while doing my run. Jesher seem like a humble and nice guy. Wishing their business to grow further. They deserve it!

[@HatchnHustle]

00:07 - The grandson of the founder of Yakun, discusses his journey and passion for the business. - Yakun started as a small coffee shop and expanded through franchising. - New employees are required to work at the outlet level to understand the business. - The grandson's journey has been unorthodox and confusing at times. 04:28🎻 - His journey as an only child with a passion for music and how they pursued it as a career. - His four years of college, emphasizing the importance of pursuing passions and how they can translate into future success. 13:11🎵 -The speaker discusses the parallels between running a business and conducting an ensemble, emphasizing the importance of understanding the audience and creating a meaningful experience. 17:50 💼 - The speaker discusses the importance of reading the economic climate and public sentiment in business decisions. 22:30 🌍 - Yakun decided to scale regionally after receiving comments from customers around the world on a piece of paper in their store. - The hardest thing about expanding overseas is ensuring cultural fit and understanding before jumping in. - The acquisition process, the growth strategy, and behind-the-scenes of Yakun. 36:29 - The behind-the-scenes operations of the cafe chain and the importance of preserving heritage and embracing variety in the face of rising competition. - The speaker discusses the importance of staying relevant, working hard, and being kind, as well as the desire to give back to others. 46:01 - The speaker discusses the importance of customer trust and feedback in building a successful business like Yakun. - The episode on Hatch and Hustle comes to an end with thoughtful and provoking questions for reflection.

[@Salasaur]

Jesher seems very down to earth. There is a Chinese saying 富不过三代, which loosely translate to meant wealth don't last 3 generations. However, with how he carries himself during this interview, I think that age old adage can be broken. Going forward, maybe the Gen Z might even want to join Yakun just to broaden their horizon. Instead of simply looking at the brand as simply a popular breakfast food choice, it can be viewed as a brand that carries the Singapore flag high on international stage.