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Jatinder Question by Jatinder on Mar 10, 2023Hindi
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Dear sir, Q. What are the the most important things that an employee should take care of so that his/her boss doesn't get annoyed ? Q. What are the characteristics of growth in life ?

Ans: The boss will not annoy if you achieve the set target and objective. Besides you nee to take care of positive attitude and behaverial part. Growth of life means getting educated, doing professional work as per your talent and education and ethical .
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Dear Mayank,I am engineering graduate with 10+ years of experience in data centre operations.I have been working for an MNC for the last four years. The company is very good but I am not happy with my professional and personal growth.I am mentioning some issues which I feel restrict me from going ahead in my life and growing in my career.1. I come under pressure immediately. It could be because I want to make everyone happy.2. I get confused a lot. Although I have complete belief on my skills and strengths yet, sometimes, it feels like I am nothing.3. I forgot things very soon because of which I have to work really hard.4. Sometime, it feels that I am getting hopeless with things.5. I have a fluctuating mind. I have to make great effort to be focused.6. I cannot manage my time due to all this. As a result, neither my boss nor my family is happy.It would be great to have your guidance in solving these problems.Thanks and regards,Name withheld on request.
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Hi.

These are some practical things you can do to help you resolve most of the issues you shared.

1. Start your day early with some positive thoughts and physical activity. The way you begin your day determines how the rest of the day will go.

2. Spend quality time with your family.

3. Do practise some meditation or yoga as that will help you increase your concentration.

4. Keep your cell phone away from you when at work; check it once, for five minutes, every hour.

5. Find a good mentor at work with whom you can share your concerns openly.

6. Engage in your hobbies.

7. Get good quality sleep.

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Dear Mr Pradeep, how does one deal with workplace burnout? A young CA working for EY recently succumbed due to work pressure and no one from the office attended her funeral. Is this normal? What are your thoughts? What should one do in a situation like this? What is your advice to young professionals
Ans: Dear ,

You have raised a valid point which most of the young professionals are passing through.
What a paradox in Indian context ?
At one hand,. public sector companies do have quite liberal working conditions and virtually no direct accountability to push your stress level to that high of opting for ending life., whereas in most private or proprietorship companies , right from reaching office in time to achieving the set objectives days after days , months after months which keep on increasing.

There is limit of tolerance of abusive behaviur or working styles , hence many find ways to move to other comanpies, some quit the job , some move out to other industries .

There are many companies or companies from different sectors , why only talk about EY , I can give true exampples of BFSI /NBFCs/Telecom/ Industrial products companies / Real Estate cos/ FMCG/FMCD/Pharma cos where many professionals avoid to opt for even when they are offered high packages.
Reason, - High work pressure , abusive work conditions , Job Uncertainity , worst approach of top management where you are treated like slavesif you fail to achieve your assigned tasks or objectives which is also called target..
However taking own life as this CA at EY did was really heartwrenching . Moreso the approach of the management .
After all a young talented girl . lost her life due to work pressure as mentiioned in her notes. To be honest , no one attending funeral from management side is not normal .

In most cases some one from management side representsor send their condolences .

There are good companies who even clear the dues and add ex gratia amount from their side so that family doesn't suffer financially . I have seen some companies offering job to another member of the family too. .

May be, in this case , due to legal complications, Sr managers avoided attending the funeral .

As far as my advice to young professionals is concerned - Be bold , take challenges as part of your life and when you feel . it is crossing your limits , You must expose the truth to top management as many a times , putting so much pressure on young professionals are the handiworks of Line managers or HR managers , which top management might not be aware about .

She being a CA should not have any issues in finding another good paying job or even joining any CA firm as Sr manager taxation or in auditing could have not difficult. She should have fought back.

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Dear Sir, 1)I am 40 yrs old working for CPSU.Post deduction of monthly CPF + VPF contribution 39000/- ( Corpus: 80 Lacs) & NPS : 28900 (Corpus : 18 Lacs). I have in hand salary of 1 Lac per month. 2) PPF investment - 1.5 Lacs( Corpus: 14 Lacs).Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana- 1.5 Lacs 3)Monthly Investment in MFs is 35000/- (PPFAS: 10000/-, Axis Blue Chip: 5000/-;ICICI Prudential Nifty 50: 5000/-; PGIM Large and Mid Cap direct growth:5000/-; Quant MID Cap & Small Cap: 5000/- each )with corpus 10.5 lacs. 4)Equity Shares worth 18 lacs. Equity SIP: 20000/- Per Month 5)I have taken Home loan on 50 lacs with repayment period of 20 yrs, EMI approx: 37000/-. 6) LIC Policies Annual Premium: 1.7 Lacs 7) I have Post retirement benefit scheme corpus of 48 Lacs 8)I want to repay the Home in 15 yrs. I have miscellaneous expenses of about 7000/- PM.please suggest the ways to pay the loan early and build corpus of 8 crore at 60 yrs age.
Ans: You have built a solid base with multiple income streams and disciplined investing.

At 40, you are in a strong position to create a secure and abundant retirement corpus.

Your goals are clear:

Repay your home loan in 15 years instead of 20.

Build Rs. 8 crore corpus by age 60.

This plan needs structured action and disciplined execution. Let’s assess everything carefully from a 360-degree view.

Salary and Cash Flow – A Good Start
Your in-hand salary is Rs. 1 lakh per month.

After Rs. 39,000 CPF + VPF and Rs. 28,900 NPS deduction, you save a big portion.

You are already investing Rs. 35,000 in mutual funds.

Equity SIP of Rs. 20,000 shows higher risk appetite.

Miscellaneous expense of Rs. 7,000 is low and controlled.

Overall, your income-to-expense ratio is strong.

There is good scope for maximising returns and building wealth faster.

Home Loan – Strategy to Close in 15 Years
EMI of Rs. 37,000 on Rs. 50 lakh loan is well within limits.

Goal: Close this loan 5 years earlier without stress.

First, increase EMI gradually every year by 5-10%.

Use annual bonuses or salary increments to make part-prepayments.

Even Rs. 1 lakh extra per year can reduce term by 3-4 years.

Review loan structure with lender once in 3 years to get best rate.

Do not stop SIPs or equity investment for loan closure. Balance both together.

LIC Policies – Immediate Assessment Needed
You pay Rs. 1.7 lakhs yearly as LIC premium.

These are investment cum insurance plans.

These offer low returns and poor liquidity.

Surrender policies and reinvest money into mutual funds for better growth.

Get a simple term insurance of Rs. 1 crore for family safety.

This will reduce premium cost and improve overall wealth creation.

This one decision alone can add lakhs to your final corpus.

Direct Mutual Funds – Not the Right Choice
You are investing through direct plans in some mutual funds.

This looks cost-saving but can become risky in long term.

Direct funds do not offer any ongoing guidance.

Market changes are frequent. Without advice, you may exit or switch wrongly.

Wrong timing can damage your entire portfolio.

A Certified Financial Planner with MFD code gives portfolio strategy.

Regular fund investments give peace of mind and better asset allocation.

Charges are marginal but value is high.

Please shift your funds to regular plans through an MFD having CFP credentials.

Index Fund Exposure – Needs Reevaluation
You are investing in Nifty 50-based index fund.

Index funds are low-cost but not always right.

They follow the market passively.

No option to reduce exposure in weak sectors.

No active strategy during corrections or crashes.

Actively managed funds perform better in Indian market conditions.

They provide risk-adjusted returns with more flexibility.

Certified Financial Planners can help select best actively managed schemes.

Avoid depending on index funds for long-term goals.

Your Existing Investment Mix – Analysis
Your investments are well diversified across multiple asset classes.

Let us evaluate one by one:

CPF + VPF Corpus – Rs. 80 lakhs

Very stable and safe.

Good for post-retirement pension-like benefit.

No changes needed.

NPS Corpus – Rs. 18 lakhs

Another strong pillar for retirement.

Tax-efficient and low-cost.

Suggest keeping equity allocation at 50%-60%.

PPF Corpus – Rs. 14 lakhs

Excellent for safe long-term returns.

Tax-free and fixed interest.

Continue till maturity.

Sukanya Samriddhi – Rs. 1.5 lakhs/year

Good for daughter’s education or marriage goals.

Stay invested till maturity.

Mutual Fund SIPs – Rs. 35,000/month

Right asset for long-term wealth creation.

Some funds may need rebalancing.

Mid-cap and small-cap should not cross 30% of portfolio.

Equity Shares – Rs. 18 lakhs

Good wealth-building asset.

High risk, but can deliver higher returns.

Do annual review with a Certified Financial Planner.

Target Rs. 8 Crore at 60 – What You Need to Do
You are now 40 years old.

You have 20 years to build Rs. 8 crore.

Let us look at possible actions:

Continue current SIPs of Rs. 35,000 monthly.

Increase this by 10% every year.

Shift direct funds to regular funds.

Rebalance mid-cap/small-cap exposure to keep risk moderate.

Reinvest LIC surrender value in long-term equity mutual funds.

Keep NPS equity allocation between 50%-60%.

Avoid index funds. Choose high quality actively managed funds.

Use Certified Financial Planner for long-term monitoring.

With this discipline, your Rs. 8 crore goal is very realistic.

Insurance – Only Term Plan is Enough
You are spending Rs. 1.7 lakhs yearly on LIC.

These policies mix insurance with investment.

Returns are around 4%-5% only.

Do this instead:

Surrender LIC policies after checking surrender value.

Buy a pure term insurance of Rs. 1 crore.

Annual premium will be around Rs. 15,000 only.

Invest balance Rs. 1.55 lakhs in equity mutual funds.

This will protect family and create higher wealth.

Tax Planning – Ensure You Don’t Overlap Sections
You are contributing to PPF, CPF, NPS, Sukanya.

All these are eligible under Section 80C and 80CCD(1B).

Ensure not to exceed maximum allowed limits.

Use balance funds for equity mutual funds or debt funds.

Emergency Fund and Short-Term Goals
Maintain 6 months’ expenses in a liquid fund.

Do not mix emergency fund with investments.

Plan separately for near-term goals like car, vacation, etc.

Use short-term debt funds for such goals.

Portfolio Rebalancing – Do it Yearly
Every 12 months, review and rebalance your portfolio.

Reduce exposure in overgrown asset classes.

Adjust between large-cap, mid-cap, and debt.

Track performance with support of Certified Financial Planner.

Exit poor performers and reallocate.

This keeps your goal aligned and risk under control.

Final Insights
You are already on a strong foundation at age 40.

Your income is good, savings rate is healthy, and investments are well spread.

But a few corrections are needed to maximise outcomes.

Shift LIC policies to equity mutual funds.

Avoid direct and index funds.

Work with a Certified Financial Planner for guidance.

Stay invested, increase SIPs yearly, and control unnecessary spending.

Your Rs. 8 crore goal is possible with this roadmap.

Stay focused, track yearly, and adapt as needed.

You are moving in the right direction.

Best Regards,
K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,
Chief Financial Planner,
www.holisticinvestment.in
https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticInvestment

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 02, 2025
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I took VRS from SBI in 2023 Due to some personal reasons, I have no loans now , drawing 54000/-pension and I have 40lakhs in FD , and I have RD of 15k monthly from my pension. Is there any option of getting another 50kmonthly if I invest my 40 lakhs
Ans: You have taken thoughtful steps so far. A stable pension, no loan burden, and Rs. 40 lakhs in fixed deposits give a strong base. Also, your Rs. 15,000 recurring deposit shows continued financial discipline.

You wish to generate Rs. 50,000 more per month. Let us evaluate this from all angles, giving you a complete and professional perspective.

Below is a detailed analysis and action plan.

Present Financial Position – A Quick Snapshot
Pension of Rs. 54,000 per month ensures stable monthly income.

No loan burden gives full flexibility for future planning.

Rs. 40 lakhs in fixed deposits is your main investment pool.

Rs. 15,000 monthly RD shows ongoing savings habit from pension income.

Goal: Create another Rs. 50,000 monthly income from Rs. 40 lakhs corpus.

This is a clear and achievable financial objective with the right strategy.

FD-Based Income: Limits and Challenges
Current FD interest rate is around 6.5% to 7.5%.

With Rs. 40 lakhs, monthly income from FD is about Rs. 22,000 to Rs. 25,000.

To reach Rs. 50,000/month, you will need much higher returns.

FD interest is fully taxable as per your tax slab.

Inflation can reduce real value of this income over time.

FD gives safety but not high income or growth.

Monthly Income Generation – Need for Balanced Investment
To reach Rs. 50,000 monthly income, your funds need better growth and efficiency.

You can consider a diversified plan combining stability and higher returns.

A balanced portfolio with Systematic Withdrawal Plans (SWP) from mutual funds will work better.

Let us build this portfolio with simple and practical structure.

Suggested Investment Structure from Rs. 40 Lakhs
Invest Rs. 20 lakhs in debt mutual funds for stability and liquidity.

Invest Rs. 18 lakhs in equity-oriented hybrid mutual funds for growth and moderate risk.

Keep Rs. 2 lakhs in a savings bank or ultra-short-term fund for emergencies.

From the mutual funds, you can set up SWP (Systematic Withdrawal Plan).

It will allow monthly income while keeping principal relatively protected.

Why SWP from Mutual Funds is a Good Option
You can get monthly income like pension, from your investments.

Capital remains invested. Only chosen amount is withdrawn monthly.

It gives better control over taxation and liquidity.

You can stop, increase or reduce SWP any time.

If invested in hybrid and equity-oriented funds, returns are higher than FD.

Mutual Fund Category-wise Investment Purpose
Debt Mutual Funds (Rs. 20 lakhs):

These are less volatile than equity.

Suitable for regular income and lower risk.

Returns around 6.5% to 7.5% are possible.

Ideal for SWP of Rs. 15,000 per month.

Hybrid Mutual Funds (Rs. 18 lakhs):

These invest in both equity and debt.

They aim for balanced growth with moderate risk.

You can withdraw Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 35,000 monthly from this portion.

Over long-term, it protects against inflation better than FD.

Disadvantages of FDs in This Context
FD interest is taxed fully as per your slab.

No flexibility in income withdrawal timing.

Pre-mature exit reduces interest rate.

FD returns often fail to beat inflation in the long run.

For retirees needing monthly cash flow, SWP is more tax-efficient.

Monthly Income Plan Using SWP – Illustration
Rs. 15,000/month SWP from debt mutual fund.

Rs. 35,000/month SWP from hybrid mutual fund.

Total Rs. 50,000 per month income possible.

Equity portion helps capital grow and beat inflation.

Debt portion ensures stability and cash flow.

Taxation in Mutual Funds – New Rules (Important)
Long-Term Capital Gain (LTCG) from equity above Rs. 1.25 lakhs is taxed at 12.5%.

Short-Term Capital Gain (STCG) from equity is taxed at 20%.

Debt fund gains (LTCG/STCG) taxed as per income slab.

SWP gives flexibility to manage tax better than FD or annuity.

Why You Must Avoid Annuities
Annuity returns are fixed and very low.

No growth in invested capital.

Entire income is taxable.

No liquidity or early withdrawal option.

Once locked, you cannot change or exit.

It is not suitable for someone like you who needs control and better returns.

Why Actively Managed Mutual Funds are Better Than Index Funds
Index funds blindly copy market index.

No flexibility during market correction or volatility.

Actively managed funds adapt to market changes.

Fund manager can shift money based on market cycle.

These often outperform index funds in India.

You get professional fund management and risk control.

Why Not to Choose Direct Funds
Direct funds have no advisor support.

You may not know when to switch or hold.

Wrong decision can cause major loss.

Regular funds through a Certified Financial Planner give long-term guidance.

You get regular review and goal tracking.

Peace of mind is worth the small extra expense.

Why Not Real Estate
You mentioned no interest, and rightly so.

Real estate needs high capital.

Low rental yield and poor liquidity.

Long legal and selling process.

Risk of maintenance and disputes.

Not suitable for regular income post-retirement.

360 Degree Plan: Other Steps You Must Consider
Review RD after 12 months. Re-invest in mutual fund SIP for growth.

Keep 6 months’ expenses in liquid fund for emergency.

Nomination and Will should be updated for all investments.

Keep health insurance valid. Don’t depend only on pension for medical.

Track mutual fund performance every 6 months with Certified Financial Planner.

Increase SWP every 2 years to fight inflation.

Don’t break FD fully at once. Convert slowly as mutual fund corpus grows.

Never invest full money at once in equity. Use staggered approach.

Final Insights
You have done a great job by retiring without any loans.

Pension, FDs and RD show strong foundation. You need better returns now.

Rs. 50,000 monthly income from Rs. 40 lakhs is possible with mutual fund SWP strategy.

This approach gives income, tax efficiency and capital growth together.

FDs and annuities limit flexibility and returns.

A diversified mutual fund portfolio is your best choice today.

Work with a Certified Financial Planner to track this plan.

They can guide review, rebalancing and risk control.

Don’t delay. The sooner you start, the better your income security will be.

This plan gives you peace, stability and freedom in retirement.

Best Regards,

K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,
Chief Financial Planner,
www.holisticinvestment.in
https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticInvestment

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Hello Sir, Good morning. This is Suchithra Reguraj. My daughter is going to complete her Mtech in Robotics and AI this year. We have the confusion between going to job or doing PhD further. Could you guide us what are the scope in these two different tasks. Hope you reply soon. Thank you.
Ans: Suchitra Madam, For an M.Tech graduate in Robotics and AI, both industry roles and PhD pathways offer distinct advantages. Industry positions provide immediate entry into high-growth sectors like manufacturing, healthcare, and tech, with Robotics Engineers earning ?4.5–30 LPA and AI Engineers commanding ?5–50 LPA, depending on experience and specialization. Top firms like Amazon, Microsoft, and TCS recruit for roles in AI development, automation, and robotics R&D, emphasizing practical skills over advanced degrees for most positions. Industry work focuses on deploying scalable solutions, with faster project cycles and exposure to cutting-edge tools like AI-driven automation and computer vision. Conversely, a PhD enables deep research contributions in academia or corporate R&D, with opportunities to lead innovations in areas like reinforcement learning, autonomous systems, or human-robot interaction. PhD holders often secure senior roles (e.g., AI Architect, Research Scientist) with salaries up to ?26 LPA in India or global positions at labs like DeepMind, alongside academic careers averaging ?20.3 LPA for professors. However, academia demands postdoctoral experience for tenure-track roles and prioritizes publications over immediate applications. While only 15% of AI jobs require a PhD, it remains critical for research-heavy roles. Recommendation: If financial independence and hands-on tech impact are priorities, pursue industry roles now, leveraging the robust job market. If driven by research curiosity and long-term leadership in innovation, a PhD offers strategic depth, though it requires 3–5 years of commitment with delayed earnings. Balance immediate goals with passion for discovery to decide. All the BEST for your Daughter's Admission & a Prosperous Future!

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