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As humans, the pursuit of change and progress is something that is innate to every one of us. Like it or not, there will always be things in life that we hope could be a little different, a little better in the way that daily situations & events turn out. It could be in the way we think, speak, or the way we handle everything from our finances to our relationships with others. We seek to become better -- and we should. As we strive to continuously exceed our potential, we rise above all previous versions of ourselves and grow stronger. In this issue, we look at some ways in which we can embrace a better self and an even better future.

The Relentless Pursuit of Improvement

It is no secret that I believe growth is the only guarantee that tomorrow will be better. It is no mystery that I think personal growth is the steppingstone to success for any leader. If you or I want to stay in front of the curve and lead others, then we must do the work that keeps us out front. We must continually improve. But as I seek to improve, there is one thing I know not to chase, and that is perfection. Perfection is a trap. Do not chase perfection as a leader - chase improvement. Make today better than yesterday so tomorrow can be better than today. The relentless pursuit of improvement will take any leader far.

I used to be jealous of other people's wealth and success - here is how I finally got over it

Envy. It is an emotion that we all feel at some point. It is also a really dangerous emotion when we are trying to build a strong financial life. Envy is pure poison to a healthy financial life. After all, envy encourages us to make some pretty poor decisions. Like every other character flaw, however, envy can be overcome. You can directly reduce the envy itself, or you can at least reduce the bad choices you make as a result of envy. Here are seven strategies I use to cut envy out of my own life.

To reach beyond your limits by training your mind | Marisa Peer | TEDxKCS

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Testimonials and Referral Notes

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Christine Tiong. Accountant.

Diana has been my friend since we were in secondary school. I’ve seen her grow from being a rookie to the successful financial consultant she is today. Through it all, we have seen each other through major life events and she has always been there for me and providing help and support. I am glad that she was able to help me with my financial planning needs according to my budget and always thinking of my welfare at heart. Looking forward to more professional advice and services from her in the future.

Minhao Wong. Account Manager. Chevron Oronite Pte Ltd

When I knew Diana through a mutual friend, she had already come with many years of experience in the industry. Diana was able to quickly identify the right policies and solutions that suit my lifestyle and family's needs. She was able to provide insightful advice that helped me understand the importance of building a portfolio to help support my children's future education needs. She will also help me navigate any paper work and claims processes whenever there is a need. Diana would also regularly check in with me to update on our situation. Over the years, she has become a reliable support. I am glad to say that she is now a personal friend that I will recommend to anyone who needs her expertise.

Angelyn Ng. Manager.

Diana has been our financial adviser for more than 11 years and she is able to recommend suitable solutions through the different stages of my life and our family. She is very passionate about her job and regularly reaches out with updates and suggestions to improve our portfolios. She is very knowledgeable, friendly, approachable and helpful. Diana is a friend that encourages one another around her. I will happily recommend her to anyone who's looking for holistic and personalised financial advice.

Toh Weizhong. Principle Engineer. Chuah Shinney. Finance Executive.

Diana has been a trusted friend and my financial advisor for nearly 2 decades. She's knowledgeable and professional, always ready to share and help me in achieving my financial goals/ commitments. Over the years, there were many times when she went to great lengths to readjust my portfolio according to unexpected life challenges. Even when life seems all smooth sailing, she would always ensure my portfolio is reviewed at least once annually and adjusted, if necessary. In short, she's been providing valuable advice and recommending financial solutions tailored to meet my financial goals. She has always been so passionate about her job, which can be seen from her enthusiasm when sharing about the various solutions or options in rebalancing my portfolio. I believe that her professionalism over these years can only be sustained by her true passion to ensure that each of her client's financial needs are well taken care of. An outstanding financial adviser!

Rei Ng. Director. Diligo Marketing Pte Ltd

I have been a client of Diana since 2005. She has provided sound financial advice and brought my attention to areas I had never thought of in financial planning. I would readily recommend her to anyone who seeks a financial consultant that is experienced and who keeps in touch with her clients to help them reach their financial goals.

Yilin Ng. Account Executive. PTC Inc

Having been first introduced to Diana by my husband, I found her very knowledgeable. Not only does she explain and update us, she will recommend what she feels will benefit us the most. She truly listens to our family’s needs and help us out. Meeting her is always a catch-up as friends! Diana has truly gone above and beyond to help us out, even when she didn’t have to. Thank you Diana!