Jasper Cheng

Master Financial Services Consultant

Jasper Cheng

Master Financial Services Consultant

"The purpose of Life is a life with purpose".

And that purpose should always gives you the drive and energy till the end of journey.

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Newsletter Issue 98: The Hustle for Health

In the pursuit of wellness, every small step matters. Discover how nourishing your body, staying active with intention, and making mindful choices can shape a healthier, more balanced life. From everyday nutrition tips to inspiring fitness journeys, find ways to thrive—body, mind, and spirit—one thoughtful action at a time.

Singapore’s Budget 2025 lays the foundation for economic resilience and community support. From financial aid and SG60 perks to business investments and digital growth, this edition unpacks key measures shaping the nation’s future. Discover how these policies impact businesses, families, and individuals in an evolving landscape of opportunities and challenges.

As Lunar New Year celebrations unfold and we gather with friends and family, let us remember that prosperity is not just about wealth and abundance but also about the wisdom shared and traditions passed down through generations. Amid the laughter, meals, and festivities—and the inherent hope and symbolism they carry—be kind and mindful to yourself and others, ensuring that the deeper meaning of heritage, connection, and togetherness endures beyond the moment.

As we enter the new year, it's the perfect time to celebrate endings and acknowledge our achievements. Embracing closure and recognising small wins fosters personal growth, resilience, and emotional well-being, transforming life's transitions into opportunities for reflection and reinvention as we move forward with intention.

As the year winds down, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the many reasons to be grateful in our lives. From uplifting mental health to strengthening connections, gratitude helps us end the year with purpose and warmth. Discover simple practices and insights to embrace appreciation and nurture meaningful moments this season.

Embark on meaningful journeys with insights to plan memorable vacations, navigate budget travel, and uncover cultural treasures. Whether you’re crafting a family adventure or exploring last-minute deals, these ideas inspire travel that deepens connections, stretches savings, and invites discovery.

As families navigate the challenges of exam season, it's important to foster resilience, support growth, and nurture well-being. These insights explore how to create a balanced, supportive environment for children, helping them thrive academically, emotionally, and financially.

Persistence and perseverance are the cornerstones of personal growth. As we enter the final stretch of the year, these traits become even more essential. Discover ways to harness determination, build resilience, and stay committed to your goals. Even when the journey feels long and challenging, remember—you’re closer than you think. Let’s push through this last lap together.

Navigating the rising cost of living requires strategic planning. This issue provides tips on budgeting, skill development to increase income, and utilising resources to manage money. I hope these strategies help empower you to stretch your money further and maintain financial stability.

Prioritizing our health and immunity is essential, especially with summer holidays and travel on the horizon amid the recent surge in COVID-19 cases. Here are some practical tips, nutritious recipes, and expert advice to keep you safe and ensure healthy and enjoyable summer vacations for you and your loved ones!

As we approach the time of year when scorching temperatures send us seeking refuge indoors, this issue offers essential tips and strategies for managing the heat. Arm yourself with knowledge and discover ways to stay cool, hydrated, and healthy amidst the sweltering heat, ensuring you thrive in your daily life!

Life is a multifaceted journey of growth and transformation. From overcoming setbacks to embracing professional and personal development, this issue contains wisdom on self-forgiveness, career and financial success, and the limitless power of lifelong learning. The process of growth may not always be easy, but it will be worth it. I hope this enriches your life.

Amidst rising costs, aging and retirement planning is becoming a growing concern for many. Yet, more than just ensuring financial readiness, one who is planning to retire also needs to be psychologically prepared for the shifts in lifestyle, routine and everything that comes along with it. In this issue, let's explore expert tips on staying healthy, mentally sharp and financially secure, so we can age gracefully in our golden years.

As we embrace 2024, discover essential insights for a prosperous journey ahead. Explore key financial strategies and economic trends aligning with the Dragon Year's promise of prosperity. Immerse in the cultural vibrancy of the Lunar New Year celebrations. I hope this issue with its blend of wisdom and practical advice equips you to navigate the opportunities and challenges ahead with confidence. Together, let's ride the Dragon!

In this issue, here are some insights on mindful reflection, effective goal-setting, and strategic reviews. I hope this helps you equip yourself for a thriving year ahead with impactful resolutions and fresh perspectives. Let's embark on this journey of growth and renewal together.

Embrace the spirit of the holiday season in this month's issue, where cherished traditions meet thoughtful innovation. From smart savings and healthy feasts to meaningful gifts and cozy stays, our collection of articles offers a reflective journey through holiday warmth. Savour every moment with our handpicked tips and recipes, and let's celebrate the joy and generosity that define this wondrous time of year.

As inflationary pressures continue, affecting both individuals and businesses, it is vital to equip ourselves with effective strategies to navigate this environment. This issue provides pragmatic insights and ideas, guiding us to not only weather these economic challenges but also thrive in the midst of them. I hope this brings us greater financial resilience and empowerment.

In celebration of Children's Day, here is a friendly collection of articles brimming with insights! I hope these writings can guide us in embedding valuable skills, boosting financial literacy, and laying down a roadmap to raising resilient, balanced children. May we empower the upcoming generations, helping them blossom into well-rounded and holistic individuals. Let's cherish the joy of nurturing our future

Making decisions on property is not trivial, as they often have effects on our quality of life in ways that are not just material but also financial and emotional. Regardless of our experience levels in making decisions on our properties and homes, it helps to have an appreciation of what resources are involved, and how we can be resourceful about them. I hope you find the materials in this issue useful.

In today's rapidly ageing society, advance care planning and long-term care planning are emerging as critical considerations for ensuring a comfortable and secure future. As we journey together through the intricate aspects of planning for what lies ahead, it's never too early to make such vital decisions. It's your future; plan it well.

In the delicate balance between awe and envy lies an opportunity for growth. Awe opens our eyes to the beauty and possibilities around us, while envy stirs our desires for improvement. By using awe as a wellspring of inspiration and envy as a catalyst for positive change, we get to harness these emotions to fuel our ambitions, cultivate empathy, and create a brighter future for ourselves and others in various aspects of our lives.

As artificial intelligence (AI) and chatbots like ChatGPT become ever more prevalent, AI’s potential to transform our lives and economy cannot be understated. With the increasing adoption of these technologies, they will not only transform the ways we use or consume information, but they are also poised to play a pivotal role in just about every aspect of our lives, including work, finance, and parenting. In this issue, we explore the nuances of AI and the possibilities it brings to our world.

Whether we are mothers ourselves or simply have someone in our lives who has played a motherly role to us, chances are, our lives have been influenced in profound ways by motherhood. Let's take a moment in this issue to honour, value, and draw lessons from the incredible wisdom of women and mothers who have impacted our worlds.

Necessity is the mother of invention. Throughout history, humans have demonstrated the ability to innovate, solve problems, and create solutions in the midst of crises, resulting in some of humanity's greatest inventions. All it took was resourcefulness, action, and persistence. Through this issue, I hope to provide insights into how we can live life constructively and creatively, regardless of the challenges that we may face today.

As we get back into the groove of work, our most important arsenals have to be our health and brains. After all, these are essential in allowing us to lead a functional and meaningful life. To do that, we need to take care not to fall ill and ensure that we upkeep our physical, mental, and social well-being. Let us explore in this issue the various ways that help us protect and strengthen our overall health.

For many, the festive season is a time of food, celebrations, social interaction, and hype. Coupled with the continuous demands of work and life, such periods can sometimes leave us feeling drained, and some of us may even struggle to get a breather. In this issue, I have put together resources on how we can possibly wind down and benefit from more intentional quiet and less noise.

As the world enters a recession, the upcoming year can pose a challenge for many due to increasing economic uncertainty, and the natural fears surrounding it. In this issue, we look at some trends and possible actions that can help us become more emotionally and financially resilient to not just ride out the challenges, but rise above them. I hope this gives us hope.

We live in three distinct timeframes - the Past, the Present, and the Future. Many times, we tend to live and make decisions based on what gives us immediate gratification, and often to our detriment. Despite not knowing what tomorrow will bring, planning ahead removes uncertainty and provides clarity to our lives. In this issue, I have included articles that I hope will inspire you to take actions that your future self will thank you for.

Many of us lead busy and stressful lives. Even when we may be caught up meeting deadlines, sprinting towards our next goals, or looking after our families, we cannot neglect taking appropriate breaks for our well-being. While it may feel counter-intuitive to do so, sometimes the best thing is simply to step away from the four concrete walls to go for a walk outdoors. It refreshes the mind, body and soul, and is beneficial for our health and creativity. So let's lace up our trainers and walk our stresses away.

In an environment of rising inflation and uncertainties in global geo-political climate, almost no one is spared from the economic consequences of the day. It is therefore more important than ever to be intentional and mindful in how we manage our finances in our daily living. Here, I have put together some resources which you can tap on to help you gain a better insight on how you can be more savvy with your money.

Every one is different, and differences in opinions, interests, backgrounds and personalities tend to come with conflicts. Whether is it our co-workers, friends, family members or even our partners, disputes are not only common, but they're natural and sometimes inevitable. The question is, while such conflicts arise, how do we navigate them? Do we attempt to work through issues amicably with others, or do we allow our egos and emotions to rear its ugly head? Today, we look at practical tips on how we can manage ourselves and relationships in more mature ways.

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.

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.

Statistically, most people live till an average age of 80 years. Although this number varies across cultures and nations, we cannot deny that life is still all too fleetingly short. 80 years a lifetime translates to 80 summers and 80 winters - to love, laugh, live, and make the most of our time on this earth. Far too often, when faced with our mortality, we look back at our lives and think of all the things that could have been different. Regret may sometimes be inevitable, but it is still possible to live an unlimited life with the limited time that we have. In this issue, we look at some of the ways we can do so.

For the past years, given the pandemic and restrictions, many of us were forced to re-evaluate how to plan and book trips for holidays, or consider whether we should even be planning for any travel at all. Now, as borders are opening up, we have reached a stage where many of us are ready to start traveling again and make vacation plans once more. The catch, though, is that traveling will likely continue to be complicated as new variants emerge. How then do we plan for travel? In this issue, we explore this matter in more depth.

Life can be unpredictable with obstacles, making it sometimes difficult to stay afloat. Whether it is the loss of a loved one, stress from work, or financial woes, everyone faces challenges and does at some point, struggle with remaining optimistic or hopeful. Nonetheless, it is still important to maintain positivity to keep us going; by finding the good in the bad, and being the light in the darkness. For this issue, let us explore on what being positive means & how we can harness it in ways that truly benefit our lives.

As humans, we have an innate need for connection and approval from others. Often, we make an effort to gain validation and this is natural. Yet, in our world today, this need for others’ approval becomes magnified; as many of us are constantly plugged in on social media, we tend to get caught up in the pursuit of “likes”, “shares”, “follows” & engagement. These can have implications on our mental well-being and happiness. Through this issue, I hope that we can be more aware of the impacts & risks associated with excessive use of social media, and what we can do about it so that we can live out our best lives.

It is a season of feasting, socialising and spending time with our family and friends. Amidst the bustle of festive preparations and joviality, let us not forget to take care of our well-being even as we celebrate this time of wealth, health and happiness. Stay safe, savvy and prosper!

By this time, we would have endured quite a long period of the COVID-19 pandemic and many things have changed. Collectively, we have adapted to new ways of living, working and socializing. While there is no telling of when this pandemic will truly “end”, one thing’s for sure: Life goes on. The best we can do is to continue to look towards the future and live out the best we can. As we head into a new year, here are some predictions and trends we can look forward to.

In times of uncertainty, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. With the COVID-19 outbreak, we are faced with the challenge of adapting life around the virus and navigating intense market volatility. This leaves many of us feeling anxious and even disempowered.

Confucius, the Chinese philosopher, left us with these words to contemplate: The man who asks a question is a fool for a minute: the man who does not ask is a fool for life. As the year winds down, it is time to reflect on some popular and widely - accepted beliefs and misconceptions that we may hold that do not serve us in achieving our goals and desires. Today, we look at debunking some of these misconceptions to expand our thinking and explore new perspectives and horizons.

In meeting the demands of work and every day life, many of us can feel compelled to do all things at once, and may become overwhelmed or less effective as a result. To counter this, it is worth taking a moment to adjust our pace; to give ourselves the space to practice taking one step at a time in the ways we perform our tasks and how we manage our minds & emotions.

As human beings, we are a culmination of our environment, decisions, behaviours and habits. It is worth giving thought to how we live our lives; taking a step back to reflect on some of our own less-than-ideal tendencies and ponder about how we can mitigate or improve upon them. Here are some resources that I hope can help us foster habits and patterns that can create an upward cycle for ourselves over time.

In a world where more of us are increasingly working remotely, the issues of exhaustion, burnout and digital fatigue have become more pronounced in recent times. The implications on mental health and quality of life are real. Here are insights and resources that I hope can help us better understand the nature of the burnout that we may experiencing. More importantly, we can learn to manage, uplift ourselves and also the people around us.

Leadership is the act of guiding a team or individual to achieve a goal through direction and motivation -- and there is a leader in all of us. This issue contains insightful resources and pointers that touch on the various under-talked about but important aspects of leadership. I hope this inspires us to not just exercise good leadership in our daily lives as individuals and organisations, but more importantly, help us get through and thrive even in difficult times.

As our personal lives get increasingly intertwined with our work in this season, it becomes more important than ever to find ways to devote our energies to become more effective & productive as individuals. Here, I'd love to share with you on some resources and powerful ideas on how we can not only become more productive, but also make our work & daily life more meaningful in the process.

What does it mean to lead a good life? The meaning of a good life, or life for that matter, is subjective. But there are some evergreen truths and wisdoms that we can all live by that help us gain the most out of life even through obstacles and challenges. In this issue, I have put together for you a series of insights, tips & advice by some of the best thinkers throughout history on how to live out a good life. I hope these resonate with you.

Dignity is the state or quality of being worthy of honour or respect by virtue of being human, and every person has an intrinsic need to feel valued and needed. Yet, in our world, there is often a gap between the ideals and realities of how dignity is accorded to individuals across age, gender, social statuses and financial positions. In this issue, I'd like to bring attention to the topic of dignity, and the ways which we can protect & honour the dignity of others and ourselves.

Women have long played a huge part in our society and economy. When it comes to uplifting women, the work extends beyond just international women's day or month. In fact, it requires continuous effort from not just leaders, but also every day folks like us to recognise and appreciate the great potential of women in our lives. In this issue, I'd like to share insights on how we can be enablers of women's progress while staying aware of the realities and struggles they may face. I hope this helps us in empowering the women and girls in our midst.

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.

As we begin a fresh year, it is a good idea to not just evaluate ourselves based on the previous year on how we have been managing our lives, but also to find out ways to become more productive as we move along. In this issue, I'd like to share with you some powerful ideas on productivity and how we can make the best of our resources, time, energy and capabilities. Let's do this!

In the words of Poet Ali in his TED Talk, "Every language we learn is a portal by which we can access another language"; the more we know, the more we can speak. To round off the year, I'd like us to take a moment to learn new concepts, stories and ways of seeking and connecting, which will empower us to adapt to the needs of others & ourselves in the way we relate, love, heal, and see possibilities. I hope this inspires you.

In a year where many of us are affected and perhaps feel powerless over our incomes amidst a pandemic, it is a good time to take stock of our financial health and confront our feelings about them & the way with deal with them. Whether we are young, middle-aged or senior, here are some important principles & practical tips on money management that we can fall back on which can go a long way into helping us optimise our finances and become financially wiser.

All of us would have people around us that we learn from in our lives. And people whom we in turn teach and need to be accountable to at some point - as students, working adults or parents. The better we are at relating and leading others into growth, the better we become as individuals. In this issue, I hope we can draw some lessons and wisdom from these materials that can help us cultivate values and cultures that we want in our lives and lift us up.

As humans, we often like to think we're right, even when we can be wrong at times. Many of us have the unconscious tendency to seek information that support our existing beliefs & disregard or undermine those that do not match ours. But doing so without awareness or questioning can have adverse effects in the way we think, make decisions & live our lives. Today, I'd like to share with you some potential consequences of confirmation bias & what we can do about them.

The world as we know it has changed for good on pretty much every level - from our lifestyles, to habits, to incomes and economy. As we navigate our way and find our place in trying times, it is important to stay grounded and keep the faith as we focus on seeing and creating opportunities, solutions & meaning. While there are no quick fixes in times like these, there's still a space for us to find ways to improve and cope better in our lives. I'd like to share them with you in this issue. Let's keep our heads up in choosing to persist in hope & good thoughts, and I believe we will emerge stronger than before.

As they dedicate their love and lives to their households and make constant sacrifices for their family’s & children’s well-being, mothers never retire. For all these, moms deserve more thoughts besides during Mother’s Day. But should mothers also think about planning their own retirement — financially speaking? In this issue, as we give tributes to all mothers, we would also like to give thoughts to a mother’s financial freedom. Mothers deserve a worry-free retirement as well.

Albert Einstein said, "Compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world. He who understands it earns it. He who doesn't, pays it."

Today's phone in our pocket has 100,000 times the power of the computer that landed man on the moon 50 years ago. Our world is evolving at breakneck speed today. The World Economic Forum projected that more new jobs will be created compared to the ones lost. Uncertainty remains about what these new jobs would be. But the time to change our approach to learning new skills has come. The time is now. The 4th Industrial Revolution has begun.

There are many new things to deal with at this time while we are being isolated from life-as-usual. A new lifestyle, a new future and something that can be quite subtle - a new kind of burnout. It should do us well to be aware about this so we can learn to disengage when we need to. I wish you and your loved ones good health and may you continue to stay safe!

Amidst a pandemic, the profound impact & discomfort of loss or the prospect of loss is felt almost universally. We may find ourselves and even those we care about feeling anxious & restless, which makes it challenging as we find ways to adjust not just physically, but also mentally & emotionally. At this time, emotional support for one another becomes ever more essential. Here, I'd love to share with you insights that can help us have a deeper understanding on the complex emotions that we may be dealing with, & the ways in which we can provide meaningful social support in our daily interactions through being present & holding space for others.

What the eyes cannot see is bringing countries to their knees as we write. The full impact of Covid19 is still unknown. It has ushered in a new reality for the World. Our lives will never be the same again. And Covid19 won't be the last. While we #fightasone, let's see how we can prepare ourselves and our children for this new future - together. Here are some good reads that I believe can help us rethink this new future and its possibilities. If you find these resources useful, please forward them to those you care about, especially at a time such as this. Cheers!

Here's wishing you and yours a very fruitful 2020, and the best is yet to come! Another year, and what better way to start it with a collection of thoughts that might turn out to touch your life for the better? I hope you could find something useful and share along with those you care about too. Cheers for a blessed 2020!

When the going gets rough, it can at times be easy to lose sight of what we set out to attain in our lives, be it in our personal endeavours, work or finances. The process of going & pushing through such situations may not be most comfortable, but persevering and talking about how to handle them is necessary. These are perspectives I found useful and inspiring. I hope this gives you hope.

In many ways, relationships are key to our well-being, as trusting, fulfilling relationships lay the foundation for our emotional health and security. But to work through relationships and trust matters aren't always linear or clean - they can be messy and raw. Here are some articles that I found incredibly valuable that enrich us in our personal and professional lives.

Change is hard. To force change is harder. They usually don't last. Perspectives however, are easier to accept. They change our minds and maybe that's what we need more than change itself. I hope you enjoy these articles.

These are some rather transformative articles that could help you and those you care about. So please be free to share them. I hope you find them beneficial. If you like them, do drop me a note and I'll be very glad to know I've added value and touched someone.

The lack of sleep being linked to chronic illnesses like diabetes and heart disease isn't a happy story. Certainly not for those of us who are more conscious about building happiness in life. Please share this newsletter issue with those you care about. We can impact lives together!

The Bucket List - chances are that you may not have made one. It is an interesting journey that we can take together. It's also a lot easier taking a peep at some of the most inspiring bucket lists that we have put together to share with you. Let's start one and live it out!

Since our taste buds are not working like black and white TVs. We know it's meant for some tasty good food. Yummy! Let's stay healthy, and also up our knowledge about making some nice interesting food. Here are some really good resources curated for you.

There's a man in Singapore, that every time he concludes a business deal, he would go buy a plant and plant it somewhere. It's a simple way of giving back. He was also able to disengage and be with himself while doing something meaningful, albeit how simple it was. In this issue are some more examples of such life's lesson that we can benefit from. All we need, is to just take some time, slow down and breathe in the fresh air.

There are just too many things that we know to be good for us, but have not yet become a part of us. Applying wise financial habits may be one of them. Here are some to learn about by seeing them from the eyes of a very successful woman - Oprah Winfrey. Change requires conscious efforts. I hope some of these thoughts will begin to be a blessing in your life. Cheers.

In case you missed the news, besides the big 3 - US, Russia & China, tiny Singapore would be the next to send a human into Space using a helium Stratospheric balloon capable of lifting an SUV. This is a 5 years arduous journey filled with many inspiring stories. A Visionary who saw the possibilities, followed by 150 applicants to be Singapore's first Astronaut, and finally an extraordinary individual to make the trip, laying his life on the line. Yet his project isn't about Space. It's about creating a better mental model for Singaporeans - that with the heart, mind and grit, we can do great things. Enjoy this historic moment.

Or rather, this issue is about learning the secrets of being interesting. Even calling it a secret is a little too much. In today's world of overwhelming information overload, it's about paying attention to certain things that some people do to make themselves more interesting than others. We can all do better in life with a little dose of this knowledge. So let's dig in!

In this issue, I'd like to do something different. All of the highlights are very interesting videos from TED talks about the way we think. The videos are between 15 to 30 minutes, but they are well worth your time I promise. Hope these resources will help create marginal changes in your life every so often. Let's be enlightened together!

Research seems to point to the fact that those who engages in deeper conversations with others are happier people. This is what I call a happy finding. It levels with what makes us human. We speak, we listen, we feel, we learn, we take and we give. And deeper conversations allow us to lift each other up.

In the last issue, we discussed how robots will change our lives in the future. It has become increasingly important for us to keep our minds on the ball, stay sharp and stay progressive. If half the jobs in 2020 are yet to be known to us, how can we prepare ourselves and our children today? To face a fast changing future, we need to first understand it. We need to try and take a peek into this future and start to embrace change.

We have come to a very unique juncture in time, where we are transitioning into the 4th industrial revolution. This is a time where technology as we know it will start to escalate in its rate of change. Our lives and jobs will surely be impacted. But how? It is time to consider this and take stock of where we might stand now and three to five years later.

From a parent to a child, between friends and professionally in the workplace - there's something special about the role of story telling. And we've a lot to learn from the world's great story tellers. Some of the best are comedians, public speakers and politicians. But there's more. I hope the following articles will help you get started in this interesting journey of learning and exploration.

It's been a while since the subject of Retirement was discussed. In this issue's video, it's quite interesting to see how children have different ideas about Retirement. I'm sure all of us have our ideas as well. Yet life can mercilessly erode these dreams. But not if we are really serious about them. So how serious is your retirement dream?

The future seems to come at us at a faster pace than before. It brings along with it many questions. Will automation take over our jobs? What new jobs will be created? And which existing ones will be obsolete? How can we survive? Yet some things don't change. Understanding the things that will change and those that won't can help us carve out a better future.

Most of us find it hard to change even when we know we need to. If only it's as easy as a walk in the park. But once in a while, a certain change of perspective is all it takes. Hopefully, today can be one of those time for you. We can gain some insights and wisdom from these articles that are worth sharing.

Do we need to get better at time management? Or do we need to instead think about Time itself? More specifically, what it means to us - with the very limited time that we have. The answer would be different for each of us. But I'm rather certain that taking time to ponder about Time itself can be a fruitful thing to do.

The World Health Organization's latest report says diabetes has quadrupled in the past 34 years. It's certainly something that we should care about. Not just for us, but also our loved ones. Here's a starter to help us understand and prevent this disease better.

Health is important, so is a good life and great food! One of the great thing about being in Singapore is that there's always new food places to explore. In this issue, I'd like to bring you to a couple really good yummy places - wrapped up with a hilarious video you don't wanna miss.

Singapore is growing as a cultural center. But why is Art important? And how can Art, in its many forms make our lives better? Deep within all of us, there's a need for expression and appreciation. There's certainly more for us to explore and learn about Art. Do not miss the video below. Oh how beautiful this is ~ a celebration of art and life!

It is always quite refreshing to discover new things about our health. In this case, Vitamin C is one of those surprises. Do watch the video below till the end ~ it could be a life saver. But please seek your doctor's opinion as well.

The more we read, the more we can share. And sharing is caring. Here are a few interesting articles I'd like to share with you in this issue of my newsletter. Remember to pass it along to those whom you care about too.

It isn't the bucket either. One good news is that more people are now surviving cancer. The other good news is that life expectancy has increased from 75 to more than age 80. But hold that thought for a moment - it's only good news if one is financially prepared to survive such a critical challenge.

We may have thought that creativity is a realm belonging to a selected few. But is it? In this issue, we explore together some interesting stories that may strike a chord of inspiration for you. You can be creative too.

Testimonials & Referral Notes

Meet someone interesting

Hi Everyone ,

Jasper Jasper Jasper. What can I say about Jasper?

I have known Jasper from a previous place of employment and that was over 20 years ago. I left to pursue my career in social work and he, insurance/financial service. He contacted me when he came into the sector and has been my advisor since…and that was in 2014. I have seen him grow as a person and a professional in this field, and his dedication to meeting his clients needs and providing the best service, has not faltered since when I first knew him. In fact, it has excelled and knowing how committed Jasper is, I would not hesitate to recommend him to any of my friends. In fact, I am blown away by his precision in numbers and details and his excellence in his excel works (pun intended)! Thank you, Jasper, not for just being a friend but having my interest in mind and being an awesome advisor! Blessings!

Regards,
Nina Catrina Sara

Meet someone interesting

Hi Everyone ,

I was introduced to Jasper through a mutual friend as I was looking for someone to advise on my financial status mainly in terms of wealth accumulation then..After meeting Jasper and sharing my thoughts with him on my goals, I realized that not only is he detailed in providing an analysis of my current financial status, he also spends time in advising on other aspect of portfolio which he think is lacking and equally important for my retirement plan. He is patient and meticulous and does constant reviews whenever the needs arises . I am glad to know him as my financial advisor.

Regards,
Jason Low

Meet someone interesting

Hi Everyone ,

Jasper was introduced to me by one of our mutual friend. It started with me wanting to get a basic accident plan, but I am impressed with his constant followup and annual updates, and soon acknowledged that he is a serious and sincere agent, who is willing to spend his time to find out and address your concern, no matter how big or small it is. Very steady person and frd

Regards,
Darren

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Hi Everyone ,

I know Jasper for more than 10 years and not only he takes care of my financial portfolio, he now handles my family's financial portfolio.

Jasper is sincere and always look after my well-being. I am comfortable with Jasper's recommendations and professionalism.

Jasper always go above and beyond to help us whenever we have any queries even if it's not product related to him.

I'm thankful to have him as my financial advisor, thank you Jasper!

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Dexter Huang

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Hi Everyone ,

Jasper has been my financial advisor for a year, and I feel that the sessions with him has made me more informed about my current, and future goals in my financial journey. His detailed analysis and breakdown enabled me to know which areas am I lacking, enabling me to cement and secure the bases of my finances. This is where he is different from the other advisors that i have met up with, and is why I am very satisfied and grateful for his services.

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Jeremy Wong

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Hi Everyone,

We have signed up our policy with Jasper for x-years. Jasper is a very dilligent , responsive and down-to-earth agent friend. He will make sure he at least meet us yearly to review all our insurance plans to make sure we are covered at least minimally so we have lesser worry. Whenever we have any doubts on insurance or heard of new rulings on insurance he will be the first we call. He respond very fast and is not bothered by our calls. We are assured he will not disappear on us and follow up through should we need any assistance.
Thank you for being a good agent and friend!

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Yixiang and Gin

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Hi Everyone,

I’ve always been sceptical about financial advisors or insurance agents until I was introduced to Jasper by a common friend. I’m pleased with the way he handles my portfolio, working out exactly to my interest and concerns. To me, this sets him apart from the other agents who I had dealing with in the past..

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Shahrul Khairy, Manager

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Hello good people
I feel very blessed to have known Jasper as my financial advisor these past few years. Not only was he attentive, he gave excellent advice, was always supportive and gave his best efforts in matters. Highly recommended without hesitation.

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Ian Koh, Marcom Manager

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Hi everyone,
My Wife and I have known jasper for several years. He has been our financial advisor since then. Jasper has always been passionate in his line of work and has brought us good advice and keep us up to date on insurance matters. I hope through this testimony, he would able help others in need of sound insurance advice.

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John Ang, Project Manager

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Hi Everyone,

Jasper has been very helpful in explaining planning and is dedicated to recommend the most relevant financial product for his client. He is detailed and prompt with follow-ups, seeking always to first understand his clients needs.

Jasper is both personable and professional, he explains his products well, and can objectively advise when asked about different products. His aim is to help client make better financial decisions.

Jasper continuously updates his knowledge in financial planning. His quiet diligence and experience in his field gives assurance of his committment in providing financial planning services to his clients.

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Anne Sim, Healthcare

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Hi Everyone,

Jasper has been very helpful in my financial planning. Prior to knowing him, I never really put a lot of emphasis in the importance of getting insurance coverage for myself. I also do not have much knowledge regarding financial planning.

Jasper is very patient in explaining the different types of policies to me. Although, I showed little interest at beginning, he was never discouraged to still explain to me patiently. He ensures that I have enough information before making any decisions on signing up for the policies.

I can see that he is very passionate about his job and always prioritize his clients’ interests over his own benefits when recommending any policies to his clients. He is also very dedicated in arranging follow-ups with me to ensure that my insurance coverage is in-line with my financial needs. Thank you, Jasper!

All the best,,
Jun Xiong, Engineer

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Jasper is patient and would make an effort to help us understand information regarding financial planning products, in simple yet relevant ways. He would go the extra mile to advocate for his client's needs so that his clients are well served. Recently, I witnessed how his commitment to a client, enabled the client to face a particularly challenging period, with the assurance that the financial needs are taken care of, through prompt and comprehensive claims. In addition, he offered his time and solace, to actively encourage the client, to have hope in overcoming the adversities. Through this episode, we also learnt of the benefits of good financial planning and the big difference in the level of support, when one has a knowledgeable and diligent representative, like Jasper."

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Shuet Fong, Healthcare

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Jasper is a very dedicated financial advisor, who isn't interested in trying to push his clients to buy policies. Rather, he takes a holistic approach and has helped me by finding out what areas of my life require protection, allowing me to rest assured that I will not have to worry about my finances in times of emergency.

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Filbert Teo

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Hi Everyone,

I find that Jasper is a responsible and sincere person, who is willing to take his time to explain my financial circumstances to me. He is comfortable to talk to and concise in his planning.
If you don’t have any insurance and if you can afford it, you should get. And I would strongly recommend you to look for Jasper. He don’t hard sell his product to me.

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Gary Tan, Crane Operator

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Jasper was introduced by a common friend of us and at that time i was reluntant to meet him as i have my own prudential agent. Lucky i did not regret my decision as end of the day jasper has became my trusted insurance advisor. I have entrusted my entire insurance portfolio and even some investment portfolio as well. He is reponsive and knows his stuff. Thank u broooo and all the best!

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Tay Nian BengTay, Technical Consultant

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I can't recall how long Jasper has been my go-to guy for insurance and financial advice, but I know I will continue to rely on his knowledge to help me navigate the ever-evolving insurance landscape. One really needs an advisor who has integrity, compassion, drive and purpose to ensure peace of mind. I'm confident I'm adequately covered, and that in the event of anything untoward, I have someone dependable to turn to: Jasper.

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Tan Ken Jin

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I remember choosing Jasper as my finance consultant back in 2008 and i am glad to say that 9 years on, I have not regretted my decision. Jasper has proven to be a reliable and knowledgeable agent; providing timingly updates on my portfolio and information on newer products that better fit my financial needs. If you are looking for a reliable and sincere agent, Jasper may well be the agent for you.

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Andy Ng

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Hi Everyone,

I've known Jasper since 2012 when I was working with my then-boss, and he has been nothing short of professional, personable and meticulous in his reviews and comprehensive in advice.

I had a few policies under many different agents then and didn't fully understand what I had paid for and how much I was covered. Jasper walked me through the process and took it upon himself to prepare a summary to keep things simple and relevant for me: How much I'm paying, what I'm paying for, what's relevant & what was not.

Through the years, he has always been timely in meeting up for reviews to see how we can work towards my financial goals.

He is never pushy nor recommends products that I do not need. Instead, we assess what my liabilities are, as well as my comfort zone in order to address the important details first and foremost.

All in all, Jasper has been a great friend, and an agent I can trust.

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Kun Loong

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Hi Guys,

I got to know Jasper through my brother, after which he saw that I was seeking out an agent. Jasper is not like anyone else out there, he establishes a relationship and builds rapport first, which made me feel comfortable with him unlike any other. Jasper actively provides and advises me in what I am comfortable with to do, and I am truly impressed with his constant follow ups and updates, in which shows his dedication to each of his clients.

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Kun Seng

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Hi Everyone,

Even though I have not known Jasper for long but I was really impress by how he effectively communicate with me. He is very patient and analysis well with me on every single policy that I had.
Jasper is someone whom I would recommend if you are looking for policy that fits you the best!
Thank you Jasper!!!

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Silin

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I got used to my boss singing praises for our company's insurance agent ever since I joined her little accounting firm, but I never got the chance to talk about financial planning with him until recently. Right off the bat, I could already tell that Jasper has accumulated a great deal of experiences during his career. He could confidently identify the weaknesses and recommend on how we can eliminate possible risks in my existing policies (which he so graciously took over from the previous agency). Sometimes I find myself ordering two desserts or taking up extreme sports like jogging because I know i'm all covered and that my future's in good hands. Of course that's not how these policies work, but it's always good to know that you can live life fearlessly :)

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Zhang Yixiu, Accountant in U Ventures Pte Ltd

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Hi Everyone,

Jasper is my insurance agent and i am very glad to have him. Most importantly he will not, even slightly, force you to buy any product that you are not interested or have confidence in. As an insurance agent, this is very important not to over persuade the clients. And he does listen well to understand your need and he can recommend you whats right for you. Very attentive too when he is needed. Thank you, Jasper.

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Phyo Min Thein, Service Engineer

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Hi Jasper, thanks for identifying and proposing appropriate policy plans for me today.
As always, you are prompt in service and have a good listening ear. Much appreciated.
Arthur Lim.

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Arthur Lim

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I have known him for 10 years now. I bought my 1st insurance from him. His service is top notch and able to handle all my enquiries well. What I like about him is he truly cares and not hard sell policy to me. Few times i decline his proposal but he was cool with it and kept in contact with me. If you want a person who sincerely care for you and not just think about clocking sales, Jasper is the person to go to.

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Alex Liau, Clinical Director Of Nurture Pods Pte Ltd

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Navigating through the insurance minefield in Singapore as an expat is a pretty tricky business. It took me a significant amount of time to finally figure out the right insurance coverage. Thanks to Jasper, recommended by a Friend, who's been my insurance agent since 2014. The best thing about him is perhaps his sincerity to serve and look after his clients.
He's always remarkable at dealing with my never ending queries and always available in any emergencies. If you're looking for someone who's brilliant at finding the right insurance fit for you and someone who truly cares then look no further.

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Orange, Relationship Manager

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I've known Jasper for more than 23 years and has find him to be helpful and sincere in his work. I do not regret engaging him as my Financial Consultant as he is meticulous in his planning for us. Now that my wife is conceive, I am very happy to have him share the joy with me!

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Bao Quan, Engineer

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Hi Everyone,

I have known jasper for 1 year plus. He was a person who treat his work seriously and able to provide a trustable advice with his experience and knowledge . He also provide effective communication by promptly update his clients yearly . I will strongly recommend him for his excellent service that he provide for me. Thank you jasper.👍🏽

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Vivian, Nurse

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Hi Everyone,

Jasper was introduced to me by one of our mutual friend. It started with me wanting to get a basic accident plan, but I am impressed with his constant followup and annual updates, and soon acknowledged that he is a serious and sincere agent, who is willing to spend his time to find out and address your concern, no matter how big or small it is.
All the best Jasper!

Regards,
Eric, Operational Manager

DISCLAIMER

This is not an official AIA web profile. The views and opinions expressed in this publication are those of the author and do not reflect the official policy or position of AIA Singapore Private Limited (Company Registration No. 201106386R) (AIA), any other agency, organisation, employer or company. Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of AIA other than the author.

Jasper Cheng

Master Financial Services Consultant

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Master Financial Services Consultant

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