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Thai economic crash in 1997 taught big spender to save big.
Byline: Sriwipa Siripunyawit
Sep. 6--Articulate, sharp and funny, Chatpong Talabnak weighs every word for the right impact. He has a voracious curiosity about everything from philosophy to Hollywood stars. His reading matter spans daily newspapers, best-sellers and even romantic novels.
In short, he's a well-rounded person with interests far beyond the data screens in his brokerage office.
"I've already read 36 books since the beginning of this year," he says good-naturedly.
The rewards of his profession put him in a position to make a fashion statement, but he eschews designer brands for outfits he has tailored from the modest fabric he usually buys in Sampheng Lane.
As far as the materialistic lifestyle goes, the 37-year-old investment expert has been there and done that. The 1997 crash was his wake-up call. Though he was not directly affected, the fate that befell several of his colleagues reminded him of ...
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Source: HighBeam Research, Thai economic crash in 1997 taught big spender to save big.