We question Michael Sassoon, CEO of Sasfin Wealth and executive director of Sasfin Holdings. What’s the most interesting thing about you that people don’t know? I am passionate about the upliftment of youth, something I was heavily involved in during my 20s. On what occasion do you lie? For the sake of peace, which may include commenting on my wife’s choice of outfit. What is your biggest indulgence? Chocolate. What was your first job? High school teacher. How do you deal with stress? What are your top tips for handling stress? Taking positive action. What’s your one top tip for doing a deal? All long-lasting and sustainable deals require a win-win scenario. It is therefore critical to have a strong understanding of what your counterpart wants out of the deal to ensure you are willing and able to provide it. Who is your favourite hero of fiction? In tandem with my kids, I nominate the great Master Oogway (from Kung Fu Panda) — a truly wise old sensei. "One often meets his destiny on...
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