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When was the last time you received kindness from somebody? When was the last time you extended an act of kindness to someone else, and to what end? As it turns out, there can be tremendous merits and outcomes in paying forward a kindness received with a good deed to somebody else, especially when done out of gratitude. The concept of "Paying It Forward" is nothing new, but in our world, I believe we could do with more compassion and selflessness as it brings out the best in us.

The Art of Paying it Forward Without Spending a Dime

When we pay it forward we commit an act of selflessness that transcends our connection to other humans on the planet, elevating the human experience in a positive way. Whether it’s a showing of kindness, faith, or even compassion, it all makes a difference and can potentially trigger a chain reaction of reciprocated behavior.

 
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The Power of Altruism

Classical economics adopts a model that says people are primarily driven by material self-interest. Political science assumes that people are driven to maximize their power. But this worldview is clearly wrong. In real life, the push of selfishness is matched by the pull of empathy and altruism. This is not Hallmark card sentimentalism but scientific fact: As babies our neural connections are built by love and care. We have evolved to be really good at cooperation and empathy. We are strongly motivated to teach and help others.

 
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The Paying it Forward Paradox | Wayne Baker | TEDxUofM

 
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Testimonials and Referral Notes

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Pearl Kaur. Manager. AGC Academy.

Diana has been my consultant for almost 10 years now. She has always amazed me with how updated she is about the latest changes, new plans on offer and industry trends. She is sharp and able to strategise on how to maximise the utility and returns on my portfolio by changing up plans or adding different riders. It is such a comfort to have a consultant that you can trust to make the best decisions for you. Her genuine care for her clients and warm personality coupled with a strong business acumen has made investing in insurance a stress-free experience for me.

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!

Ko Po Hui. Technical Officer. Public transport Services.

Diana constantly keeps me updated on the latest plans and policies to address my financial needs which is important in this present dynamic settings. She has been my financial adviser for more than 15 years and this is a strong testament of my faith and trust in her advice on my financial planning. And for that I have no qualms to introduce her to my friends who need some advice in their financial planning as well.

Erwin Wong. Supply Chain Planner.

I've been friends with Diana since the early 2000s, and she reached out to assist in planning for my financial needs when I entered the workforce. All through the stations of my life, Diana has offered sound advice and recommendations in making financial plans for my present and future. She has done so with her wealth of skills, experiences and expertise gained in the industry. Her accolades are a testament to her talent, ability and hard work put in as a financial consultant, but when we meet to catch up on life or to do regular financial reviews, we do so as long-time friends. This makes the friendship even more heartwarming, because Diana is someone that I would trust this important aspect of my life with.

Elissa Chia. Senior Manager, Communications. Higher Education Sector.

Diana puts her best foot forward when advising my financial needs and recommending viable solutions. She is generous with her time and commits herself to ensure I understood the various products and my portfolio. Diana is up-to-date with Singapore public policies, and provides good advice. She understands my liabilities and asks the right questions in order for me to derive at my own conclusion. She is an asset, in all sense of the word!

Margaretha Gouwanda. Freelance Accountant.

I first met Diana in year 2006 at IT Show Roadshow. I started with a small endowment policy as I had just entered the workforce. Since then, Diana always arranges regular meet ups, at least once or twice a year, to review my policies. She recommends new policies and solutions to ensure that my family continuously has enough coverage to meet our financial needs at different life stages. As I have budget constraints at times, she will make adjustments to maximize my portfolio while keeping my premiums affordable. Diana is professional, meticulous, friendly and approachable. She is helpful and fast whenever I need to file any insurance claims, and this allows me to have a total peace of mind. She is now not only my financial consultant, but also a friend whom i can trust deeply.