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In life, there are days and moments where everything we do does not feel enough, or face situations that are beyond our control. A common response to such instances is to doubt ourselves and our abilities, and that is a very normal and human thing to do. But the effect of self-doubt can cut both ways: It can either spur us to achieve our goals and thereby boost our confidence levels, or cause us to feel entirely powerless and paralysed. Fortunately, whether we allow it to work for or against us is mostly up to us. In this issue, we will explore the ways in which we can harness self-doubt to build confidence -- one step at a time.

Moving from Self Doubt to Self Confidence

It would be nice if moving from self doubt to self confidence just came naturally. However, moving from self doubt to self confidence is a practice you can adopt, with practice. When you are able to identify where your insecurities lie and what is stopping you from feeling confident, you can then start the process of moving from self doubt to self confidence. You will be able to work on eliminating the blocks that are keeping you from moving through life with assuredness. Here are some of the culprits for the patterns of self doubt and ideas for what you can do about them.

 
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Why confidence and knowledge can lead to smart money decisions

Two common areas that cause people to procrastinate financially are knowledge and confidence. Logically, we know that financial literacy can boost our confidence to make informed money-management decisions. Yet, many people tell me that they lack the confidence to learn and absorb that financial knowledge, which holds them back. However, everybody is capable of effectively managing their money. While some need mindset adjustments, others need a confidence boost or a little reassurance that they are on the right track. Take small steps, follow and when doubt starts to creep in, remind yourself that money is only a tool and you are learning.

 
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9 Habits That Are Destroying Your Confidence

 
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Testimonials and Referral Notes

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Alicia Lee (VP Maybank)

I was introduced to him by a close friend a few years ago. He came strongly recommended. The onboarding process was smooth and I was explained exactly what and why I was required to do. Subsequently, he sat down with me to review my investments. At that time, I was stuck with a few poorly performing investments which were bought on impulse and left neglected as I did not know what to do with them. He helped me to rebalance my portfolio into one which is aligned with my needs and risk appetite. He was patient with my questions and explained technicalities in layman terms. Now I have a large part of my investments with growth potential and a lesser portion that generates regular income to help cover my expenses. With his guidance and over time, I am now into a more stable and positive return territory. Of course, the market moves up and down, but I am confident that his advice sets me on the right track for the long term.

Gina Goh (Executive)

I was looking for a change from my old financial consultant and my mum recommended Benjamin to me. He is a lot more understanding and explain things well. He doesn't use jargon and treats everyone pretty nice. When I didn’t understand certain policies, he explained them patiently with charts and examples that are easy to understand. Something I really appreciate as someone with no clue about the world of insurance. Benjamin has a positive attitude and is patient and understanding towards his clients. He is a good Financial Consultant who replies promptly with clear answers. When working with him, you can expect his positive attitude and patience!

Alice Teo (Brand Strategist)

I met Bong through a group of friends and decided to get an accident plan from him as I felt that he was able to thoroughly explain the plan to me using layman terms. He didn’t push me to get it but instead, made sure that he and I both understood what I wanted out the plan before going for it. I love that he’s always very patient in explaining the policies to me because it really takes me a while to understand. He always delivers promptly and outside normal working hours without hesitation or impatience. Instead of a financial consultant, Bong is really more of a friend who cares and wants to ensure that you are fully covered. I would sincerely recommend Bong to anyone who feels like they are unable to understand the policies and don't know where to start from. Cheers to Bong :B

Jolene Tay (Regional Business Intelligence Analyst)

Benjamin reached out to me during the time when I first graduated and just started out in the workforce. He listened to my needs and aspirations, and recommended a policy which allowed me to have more flexibility over my finances. Overall he is a financial consultant that listen to his client needs and intent to build a deeper relationship with his clients over time. You can expect him to patiently hear you out, and provide the financial advice/product that is for your best interest.

黃燁燁 (Guest Service Agent)

Benjamin 非常有耐心、非常仔細的介紹每一個方案,即使我並不了解,也換了很多方式分享,給人多一分信任及安全感。Benjamin 不止在理财规划帮助到我,他也时常分享一些生活上的知识。他節制我日常花費的惡習,養成儲蓄習慣。 和他合作不用費心煩惱相關問題也可以放心的相信他。大家也不必担心即使是小白,也可以輕鬆了解他的語意,只要前期準備完成,就不需要擔憂後續處理。

Muhammad Faqrulmubin (NSF)

I know Benjamin through a Prudential campaign. Benjamin was able to explain to me the details of the plan succinctly and left a good impression. He constantly motivated and encouraged not only with regards to insurance but in life. I enjoy working with him when it comes to financial planning. I feel the most important values are about trust and communication.