Wendy Yeo

Prudential Senior Financial Consultant

Wendy Yeo

Prudential Senior Financial Consultant

Being in the industry for years, I have witnessed numerous friends and family members miss out on opportunities to grab the options that they could have changed their lives. This experience ignited a passion within me to go forward and help as many people as possible to make sure that when they need the options, it is not too late.

I specialized in supporting ambitious individuals, the goal-getters who are moving through various life stages to ensure they don't find themselves trapped in the challenging "sandwich generation.". As our lives are intertwined with one another, I was also introduced to their parents to plan for their retirement as they are one of the ingredients in the "sandwich" too!

Nothing gives me greater satisfaction than knowing that my clients and their families are well taken care of. I always strive for the best for you, so you can have confidence and rest assured that you'll never walk alone through life’s twists and turns.

My Areas of Expertise:
- Personalised Financial Planning
- Educational Planning
- Retirement Planning
- Legacy Planning
- Employee Benefits

Wanting to do more than just financial planning, I have built a community of my own where they can network, allowing them to connect, support and encourage one another to attain financial freedom and success.

Let's connect over a cup of coffee (my treat!) to break free from the constraints of the sandwich generation and plan your retirement with ease! Together, we'll create a path towards a secure and fulfilling future.

(IG: @whendidyou)

Wendy Yeo
representing Prudential Assurance Company Singapore (Pte) Ltd
Reg. No. 199002477Z

https://www.prudential.com.sg/FC-info
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Wendy was patient whenever we met up to explain what I have, even though she has done so on multiple occasions to make sure that I am aware of what policy I have.

Other than that, she would also recommend products that she feels would benefit me a lot, and that is what the experience has been so far, which I feel is valuable as a customer to understand what else I am lacking in terms of protection and investments.

Yuen Thye,
Software Tester

"how she's able to see through my lens and analyse my decision-making"

I have met numerous insurance agents in my working life so far (including friends and referrals), and Wendy is one who stood out from the rest for me. She is professional and advises well, and not once did I feel she was pushy in selling any policies to me.

I first got to know her through a marketing call from her many years ago, and despite not purchasing any policy from her initially (as I was adequately insured at that time), she followed up with me over the years, understanding my needs at every point of the time and displayed utmost patience in updating me of any latest products that might be of interest to me.

One quality I appreciated about Wendy is how she's able to see through my lens and analyse my decision-making. That is why I knew I wanted to engage Wendy when I decided to increase my medical coverage and also make some financial planning (bought new policies from her in 2023 and 2024). Really appreciate her sincerity!

Alan,
Finance VP

"client-centric approach, and personal qualities make her an invaluable asset"

I knew Wendy when she was just a little girl. I have the privilege to witness her growth into a mature and highly professional individual, both personally and in her career.

Wendy listens attentively to my needs and concerns before crafting personalized financial plans tailored to my circumstances. She has impressed me by sharing her knowledge of the financial markets, investment strategies and retirement planning which is totally different from other old-school financial consultants. Her combination of expertise, client-centric approach, and personal qualities make her an invaluable asset to anyone seeking financial guidance and planning.

I wholeheartedly recommend Wendy without any hesitation.

Alice,
Trade Finance

"she was more keen to want to understand me first..."

I came to know Wendy through a family recommendation. When we met to discuss more on the policies, she did not immediately go straight to talk about what she has to offer, instead, I was impressed by how she was more keen to want to understand me first in terms of my current financial situation and my future plans ahead.

With that better understanding in mind, Wendy recommended options that would best benefit me the most and would still suit my financial capacity. Through our conversation, I could tell Wendy is very experienced in her field and I enjoyed how she was candid about sharing her personal experiences and knowledge on finance which I also learnt a lot from.

Overall, I could see why my family member strongly recommended me to her and I'm glad to have chosen Wendy to guide me in my lifelong financial journey. Thank you, Wendy!

Archille,
Automation Engineer

"Wendy is a friendly, kind and professional financial consultant."

Wendy is a friendly, kind and professional financial consultant. She will be more than happy to guide and help me understand my financial planning. I don’t feel pressure to ask questions and she will let me take my time to make decisions.

Crystal,
Cabin Crew

"knowledgeable, trustworthy, and dedicated insurance agent"

I recently worked with Wendy and I cannot speak highly enough of her professionalism, expertise, and dedication to her clients.

From the moment I first spoke with her, I felt like I was in good hands. She took the time to listen to my unique needs and concerns and provided me with a range of options that were customized to fit my specific situation.

Throughout the entire process, Wendy was patient, responsive, and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure that I had all the information I needed to make informed decisions about my insurance coverage. She was always available to answer any questions I had and always followed up promptly on any requests or concerns I had.

What impressed me most about Wendy was her commitment to delivering outstanding customer service. She truly went above and beyond to ensure that I was completely satisfied with my coverage and that I had peace of mind knowing that I was protected. She was able to provide me with coverage options that I didn't even know existed, which made me feel even more confident in my insurance protection.

Overall, I highly recommend Wendy to anyone seeking a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and dedicated insurance agent who truly cares about her clients. Working with her was a truly positive experience, and I will continue to rely on her expertise for my future insurance needs.

Piyush,
Applications Consultant

She knows what you need and she answers complicated concepts in a way that you will understand

I first met Wendy online through Zoom because it was during the C19 times that she began managing my portfolio. She listens to her clients, not just for the financial planning process but also for your overall preferences (such as me being an introvert and preferring to do most things over text, except when we do our annual review)!

As I started my financial planning journey quite a while ago, Wendy helped me see the areas that were weaker at my current stage in life, such as planning for when I get older because, let's be real, our retirement ages are getting older too, and what worked for me 10 years ago may be a little bit lacking now.

Wendy is an easygoing and approachable person. She isn't pushy, but she shows me all the options available and lets me make the decisions myself. She makes our meet-ups convenient and is totally open to even meeting me at a pavilion near my house when my place isn't available. 😂

Wendy is a good consultant to have (even if it's just in your contacts!), especially for the ladies, because she knows what you need and you don't have to worry about your questions being silly as she answers complicated concepts in a way that you'll understand."

Bao Chuan,
Translator

"She is also very knowledgeable and gave advice to tailor the financial needs"

When my previous financial consultant left the company, I linked up with my old schoolmate, Wendy, when I learnt that she is working as a Financial Consultant at Prudential.

She is very helpful in transferring all of my family's existing insurance under her care so that I can have a single point of contact.

She is also very knowledgeable and gave advice to tailor to the financial needs & insurance coverages for me and my family!

Hasinah,
Senior Engineer

"Kept abreast of what is the economy and market like and make more informed decisions"

Wendy was really professional in the whole planning process, explaining the importance of financial planning, be it through investment or insurance.

She was also patient in explaining how investment works and how she does her homework to be kept abreast of what is the economy and market like and make more informed decisions.

Wendy is very friendly and approachable and what I think is most impressionable is that instead of hard selling, she takes the time to explain the different plans and recommends what is affordable and reasonable based on your financial abilities.

Norman C,
Regular Officer

"Focused discussion process catering to the needs of the client"

Friendly and helpful. Focused discussion process catering to the needs of the client.

Malcolm N,
Operations Executive

"Wendy made sure I knew what I was buying, and what was needed for me to get."

Wendy made sure I knew what I was buying, and what was needed for me to get. Took her time to explain thoroughly all the insurance as I was unsure what I needed. Very accommodating towards my timing as I am only free at late night. Can feel her sincerity.

Qun Rong,
Self-Employed

"I like that her explanations are clear and easy to understand"

Wendy was patient and helpful in explaining to me the financial planning process. She told me that it is important to plan ahead for the future by starting early, especially when we are healthy. I like that her explanations are clear and easy to understand. Hence, I have chosen her to be my financial consultant.

Anqi,
Customer Service Officer

"she never fails to invest time to elucidate my enquiries"

Wendy is good at picking up points of interest throughout our conversation. This makes her succinctly place useful and important points across without having too much information going at hand.

She helps to explain the policies clearly and at any moment when I needed more knowledge and understanding and she never fails to invest time to elucidate my enquiries. Keep up the awesome work!

Samuel H,
Graphic Designer

"She helped align my financial goals through different phases of life."

Wendy has always been on the ball about market changes and this is one attribute that I was looking for in a consultant. It ensured that my money is placed in trusted equities.

She helped align my financial goals through different phases of life.

More than just a consultant, she is a friend that takes my finances seriously, she doesn't hard sell and truly wants the best protection for you.

Alex Q,
Security Engineer

"her effort to do reviews with her clients every now and then"

Wendy was introduced by my friend 4 years ago and I have entrusted her to be my financial planner since then.

She has assisted me with the types of financial plans that deem to benefit me best, concerning my age and health, for the present and future.

Wendy is friendly, positive, patient, and always carries a positive and always-ready attitude to deal with any concerns that I have. Add on, despite late hours. Importantly, she planned along with my budget yet ensured what I required was covered. Especially the basics.

One of her strongest qualities is her effort to do reviews with her clients every now and then, to improve on her services, and to keep our profiles up to date.

Choose. Her. 👍🏻

Yronne A,
Staff Nurse

"Knowing that Wendy is overseeing my personal and financial well-being is a big relief ..."

Wendy has been there from day 1 of my personal financial planning process, and she is someone who has patiently guided me through all the different policies which are applicable, to find the ones best suited for my lifestyle.

Wendy never pushed me to sign up for anything but simply provided me with the necessary information and knowledge to make my own decisions. Knowing that Wendy is overseeing my personal and financial well-being is a big relief as I know that she will keep me informed should there be any changes to my policies.

Thank you, Wendy!

Bradley H,
Clinical Research Coordinator

"She emphasized on my concerns and priorities"

Wendy was very patient in explaining to me the differences between policies. She emphasized on my concerns and priorities, rather than rushing through things just to close the deal.

Most importantly, she put in the effort and take the initiative to remind me whenever there are updates and the action required.

Ming Huang

"very responsive and able to advise and provide clear explanations."

Wendy has a very helpful, independent, and outgoing personality, she is always very responsive and able to advise and provide clear explanations on my queries.

You can really tell how much effort she put into her work and always go the extra mile.

Rachel Oh,
Accountant

"as opposed to other financial advisers who sell with the aim of just earning the commission."

I have known Wendy for a long time and I have witnessed her dedication in providing suitable products to her customers as opposed to other financial advisers who sell with the aim of just earning the commission.

As someone who values good service, I really appreciate Wendy’s patience in explaining the products that best fit my needs, taking into consideration my concerns and family’s history of health. This assured me in making my choice amongst the many products and agents in the market.

I look forward to engaging her in my future needs!

Jing Wen,
Senior Finance Executive

"she has always been the reliable one that I can trust to be there for me..."

I think patience is an important factor for a financial planner & I guess Wendy had that from the start.

I was never one who could sit through an insurance conversation due to the numbers & heavy text reading. Yet, Wendy was willing to explain the complicated plans to me & illustrated them in graphics for me to better understand what works best for me. It took me a while to settle down at first, but hardworking Wendy was cool & patient with her follow-ups over the years.

It’s been many years since I first knew her, she has always been the reliable one that I can trust to be there for me, so that’s why she’s the chosen one.

Everything was made easy for me,
Thank you, Wendy!!

Shan,
Interior Designer

"Wendy is professional, yet friendly and helpful."

Wendy is professional, yet friendly and helpful.

My wife and I are happy working with her in our financial planning.

Dr Leong,
General Practioner

"thorough in her explanations and she has been very dependable throughout this journey"

Wendy is very affable as a person, and my experience with her has been a pleasant one.

She is responsive to my queries, thorough in her explanations and she has been very dependable throughout this journey, which is something I really appreciate.

Ruth Y,
Media & Comms Exec

"Wendy is a very knowledgeable, reliable, and trustworthy financial consultant..."

Wendy is a very knowledgeable, reliable, and trustworthy financial consultant in her industry. She is pleasant to talk to all the time.

Wendy also gave advice and suggestions to individuals based on our needs! :)

Jean G,
Student

"She is very knowledgeable in her profession and is a pleasure to work with as well."

Wendy has been able to provide insurance planning and advice for me. She is very knowledgeable in her profession and is a pleasure to work with as well.

A great community booster, Wendy likes to stay in touch with what’s happening and usually gives updates. I am glad to call her a friend and would highly recommend her as a Financial Consultant.

Joanne J,
Executive

"She helps me by telling me the benefits and advantages of having insurance and financial planning."

She helps me by telling me the benefits and advantages of having insurance and financial planning.

For example, some of the stuff that could be covered with insurance and I didn't know about it, she patiently explained it to me.

She is friendly and reliable!

Dasmond,
Student

"She is indeed someone who is dedicated to her job and serve her clients well!"

Wendy is a very nice person and she tries her best to help me get my coverage in place.

As my previous applications was rejected by other companies and I was fighting against the tight schedule of the changing of CI definition, Wendy was patient and was there to follow through the whole process with me and constantly keep me updated about it.

She is indeed someone who is dedicated to her job and serves her clients well!

Thanks for the help! :)

Shao Feng,
IT Analyst

"I would recommend her to anyone who is looking for an FC with a drive to make their clients’ lives better."

Having had other FCs approaching me with hard-sell tactics and reading some online horror stories has made me quite wary of the insurance world in general. After meeting Wendy, my views have changed.

Wendy took the time to understand my financial commitments and goals, before recommending plans that were best suited for me. She was thoughtful and meticulous, and what made the planning process even more comfortable was that it felt like I was speaking to a friend that cares.

I’m glad that I’ve decided to go with Wendy as my FC, and I would recommend her to anyone who is looking for an FC with a drive to make their clients’ lives better.

Isabel H,
Learning Support Educator

"Was pretty skeptical about insurance at first but after talking to Wendy,..."

Was pretty skeptical about insurance at first but after talking to Wendy, I felt that having coverage is important.

She is not a pushy agent that only wants sales but she looks at what’s my needs. Her product knowledge and her after-sales service is good 😊

XQ,
Customer Service

"someone who doesn't treat you like a stranger but respects you as a friend"

We spend so much time avoiding FCs that we may somehow miss good ones when they come by. It has always been a challenge for me to find a reliable financial consultant, and I know some of you feel the same way. If you are looking for someone who doesn't treat you like a stranger but respects you as a friend, Wendy is my recommendation.

Wendy is approachable and she has a pleasant disposition. No matter how young or mature a client you are, she will treat you with respect and courtesy. Wendy goes the extra mile and offers help beyond expectation. I remembered how she could organize data and consolidate that info into more apparent notes for my easy reference. Wendy always comes prepared for the appointments and ensures that I can comprehend the information well. I am thankful for Wendy and grateful to have her as a friend and agent. I want to reiterate that I do not regret joining the #YESYEOCANFAM because I have a great experience thus far.

Amber L,
Medical Social Worker

"She respects me and also my privacy."

Wendy has been my financial consultant since 2017. She is dedicated to her work and is very reliable in her line.

She constantly updates me on any changes in my policy and when I had times that I could make a claim but did not realize, she would also remind me.

Wendy has never once pushed me to take up any policy that I didn't want to. She respects me and also my privacy. She's everything I could ask for in a Financial Consultant. So, thank you Wendy for always putting me and my interest first. :)

Jodie K,
Grants Administrator

"Wendy is an efficient financial consultant"

Wendy is an efficient financial consultant who explains the policies thoroughly, clearly, and most importantly patient while engaging me.

I am assured that I am in safe hands with her as my Financial Consultant.

G,
Clerk

"she is responsible for what she does & always does her best."

Throughout the process of planning, Wendy was very patient to explain to me the terms and policies. She would do her best to help me in getting the best out of my policies & that is with much thinking and planning she did before meeting me.

She is available and there whenever I need help with my policies and would make the effort to come to my area to meet me when I was unable to go far.

She is understanding and is always on the lookout for policies that might be suitable for me and also allowing me to have sufficient time to process. The decision to choose her was because I trust her, she is responsible for what she does & always does her best.

Melissa L,
Social Service Assistant

"I fully trust that she can do her job well and ensuring me with all the info and protections I need."

She has always been there!

I decided to go with Wendy as my FC because I fully trust that she can do her job well and ensuring me with all the info and protections I need.

So far my journey with her is smooth and whenever I have an enquiry, she never fails to get back to me.

I feel ensured that she is always there to help me and fill me in.

Paulyn Y,
Clinic Assistant

"she constantly stays in touch and keeps me updated."

Wendy is a very affable kind and caring person.

Even though I have left Singapore for work, she constantly stays in touch and keeps me updated.

My favorite insurance agent!

Akshobh G,
Director of Client Services

"She listens patiently and would advise appropriate planning that will suit both your budget and needs."

Wendy is very friendly, helpful and an understanding Financial Consultant.

She listens patiently and would advise appropriate planning that will suit both your budget and needs.

I would recommend her to family and friends who is looking for financial planning!

Winnie Y,
Senior Sales Executive

"I find Wendy is professional, helpful, and reliable to work with."

I was referred to Wendy by my cousin who works her financial portfolio with Wendy too.

During my first meet-up with Wendy last Aug/Sept, we spent more than 2 hours to find out what is my needs and she provided me the most suitable recommendation.

I find Wendy is professional, helpful, and reliable to work with.

Roger C,
Management Trainee

"giving you the right options that you can choose to suit your needs in your life."

Wendy isn't just a financial consultant, but a friend that you can definitely have beyond just business. Is like having a friend walking through this financial planning with you, giving you the right options that you can choose to suit your needs in your life.

Apart from good financial knowledge, it is definitely the personal touch and great interpersonal skills that Wendy has made the whole experience more assuring and comfortable.

Rachel G,
Assistant Manager

"Wendy also shows her care for my personal issue such as career growth."

Wendy is like a friendly sister to me.

Apart from handling my insurance, Wendy also shows her care for my personal issue such as career growth.

Would definitely recommend her to friends and family who need her professional advice.

Wendy L,
Shipping Clerk

Wendy Yeo

Prudential Senior Financial Consultant

Wendy Yeo

Prudential Senior Financial Consultant

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