“A goal without a plan is just wish.” – Anotine de Saint #Exupery
Anyway, the quote above is another one that hits close to home.
I used to make wishes, not have goals. Use to have dreams, without steps, that of course failed to materialized because I wished them to happen, I didn’t act to make them happen.
Now that I’ve taken my planning more seriously, now that I’ve built a better system, I see faster & better results than before.
Plans aren’t 100%, that’s true, but on the same note as yesterday, whenever a plan fails, I look to rebuild it taking into account the factors that lead to the failure, improving it and then trying again. And I’ll repeat it as necessary.
I’ve been building a new system over the last few months that has so far produced results with my health; the academic phase will kick in next march and my writing/blogging phase will kick off in either December or Jan. These systems provide structure for my plans which in turn help me reach my goals.
So yea, remember when shit happens and things fall apart, even when it’s no fault of your own, only you can decide whether you wanna remain stagnant or #KMF.
Radio Presenter | Business Interviewer | Panel Moderator | Emcee
Roshan Kanesan is a Presenter and Producer at BFM 89.9, Malaysia’s leading business and current affairs radio station. He hosts Open for Business, Marketing Mojo, and Enterprise Explores, where he leads in-depth interviews with the founders, funders, and operators shaping Malaysia’s business landscape.
His work focuses on the realities of building and scaling businesses in Malaysia, covering everything from entrepreneurship and strategy to funding, regulation, and leadership. Roshan is known for turning complex topics into clear, engaging conversations, whether unpacking tax policy, dissecting startup business models, or demystifying venture fundraising.
Beyond the studio, Roshan is a confident and engaging moderator and emcee. He’s trusted for his thoughtful preparation, incisive questions, and ability to create space for authentic, high-impact dialogue, whether on stage at founder fireside chats, industry panels, or investor forums.
He works closely with business leaders, event organisers, and ecosystem builders to curate conversations that matter, especially around entrepreneurship, fintech, capital markets, and the future of commerce.
Also, he’s on a personal mission to make pickleball the new golf, a fast-paced, social way to network, unwind, and compete.
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