The first interview

Hello blogosphere, I’m Yeo Kun Song from Singapore.

This first post will be dedicated to remind myself, of the underlying reasons to fulfill my mid-term goal, which is to retire myself before the Year 2026 Aug 16th, also my fortieth birthday.

The following will be a fictitious conversation between an imaginary reporter, Mark Samtin and me.

Mark: Good evening Mr Yeo, I am the reporter, Mark Samtin.
(Standing up to exchange handshake)
Me: Hello there Noon, you can just call me Kun Song.
(Hands shaken and proceeding to sit back and relax)
Mark: No problem, and you can just call me Mark.
Me: Sure, let’s get the interview going.
(Smiling)

I understand that you have recently set up a blog. Can you tell us more about the blog?

Definitely. My blog is found at http://www.iwillretirebeforeforty.blogspot.com/. It will showcase my journey to retirement before the year 2026. I will be sharing my experiences in the quest for more money, particularly how I intend to earn my dough, and my ventures with multiple sources of income. I will also be sharing some interesting sites with topics ranging from health issues to simply no-brainers. Readers can definitely look forward to a dynamic blog.

If the Internet is as profitable as you say so, why not retire in your younger days? Please tell us why do you choose to retire at forty.

(Laughing) First of all, let me clarify the question. I have never intend to generate my income purely from the Net. It is only one of the ways. I also trade in the stock market and continue to advance in my full-time job. Secondly, I believe that everyone have to contribute to their societies, be it driving the economy or educating those without the privilege to learn. Before 2026, I will be part of the driving force and when the time comes, I’ll treat my family to a long break. Then I will dedicate myself to education. So age forty will be the peak of my career and I want to leave in remembrance of my full glory.

Haha, I believe all of us desire to be remembered for our best achievements too.
What are your retirement goals?

First of all, in terms of money, I believe that passive income is the key to a comfortable retirement. I aim for a passive income of $8, 000 per month, with inflation taken into consideration, and I have targeted a few sources of income that allow me to accomplish that. Secondly, health is also my utmost concern. No point being a wealthy billionaire with a withering life. I cannot dare imagine myself with a billion dollar net worth and unable to utilize them fully. I rather be a thousand-naire and a full-time player compared to a billionaire but a benchwarmer.

Mark: I guess that will be enough for my article. Thanks for the chance to interview you, Kun Song.
Me: No problem man, its my pleasure. Feel free to email me if you need more information.
(Hands shaken and preparing to leave)
Mark: Thanks a lot, I appreciate your help today. I hope to do another interview for you soon.
Me: You’re welcome anytime, just drop me a call. Bye.
Mark: Bye!

(Waving hands in the air)