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Serene Tan is an authorized Financial Consultant representing finexis advisory Pte Ltd. The statements or opinions provided on this page are purely of my own. The information is meant purely for informational and generic educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as financial advice.

20/03/2023

What is your worldview?

This thing about larger than life; it’s beyond words. I’ve always wanted to convey that life is so much more. More than just ourselves. More than the bacon we bring home, more than the entertainment and enjoyment we indulge in, more than all that we possess. It is more than what we can see with the naked eye.

When my clients talk about what matters to them, it’s more often than not, beyond themselves. It is always about people. People we care about. Or perhaps, the moment you know you care with your heart - that in itself can be larger than ourselves.

Love. Joy. Peace. Patience. Kindness. Goodness. Faithfulness. Gentleness. Self-Control.

Sometimes, a sheer moment of shared joy can transcend through your lifetime; piecing together a part of what is larger than you and just your life.

28/05/2022

Knowledge isn’t enough. Inspiration isn’t enough. Your heart feeling it isn’t enough. Knowing where the problem lies isn’t enough. All encompassing, if you want to improve your life and the lives of those around you, you must take ACTION.

In my years of attempt to hone my strengths and improve my weaknesses, taking action is the one important thing that needs consistency if you want to see change for the better. And action goes hand in hand with ‘application’. Coming out of Covid19 stronger as a nation after two years, has indeed been life changing. I am humbly changed because I took action. And my heart beats to help point people to the right direction and right action, because of my own failures.

The first job in the bible is Farming. Agriculture provides most of the world's food and fabrics. Our table of food actually represents a great deal of work done by a farmer somewhere. There’s chunks of wisdom about farming - hard work, patience, good soil, bad seed, reap what we sow, weather being out of our control etc. But one thing without a doubt is this: without taking action through efforts of hard work, there won’t be fruits of labour, what more change.

Your finances, relationships, families. Your mindset, dreams and hopes. They don’t have to take unnecessary hits. 💪🏽

p/s: that’s really me by the way 💁🏻‍♀️

17/09/2021

These photos were taken by a friend who has schizophrenia. We’ve all heard so much of ‘Life is Beautiful’. But seldom the elaborated version which I’m gonna give.

Life itself is Beautiful, but the beauty is made to last because of the people and connections we’ve experienced along the way. The good doesn’t seem better without the bad in the mix.

I joined the business in 2013 thinking, this is not only one of the toughest industry but also one of the kind that will force me to face the giants within me. Everything we face in this life, should only grow us into a better version of ourselves.

Success isn’t measured by money but by character. Some say riches changes a person’s character but I say, it reveals, not change; not having it to the point of crisis also reveals character. I believe the true measure of a man is how he treats someone who can do him absolutely no good.

We are always moulded (to be better) as long as we choose to stay grounded in each situation encountered. I’m not perfect, but working on it day after day, month after month and year after year. Sending my encouragement to you living your path of life - let’s continue to press on and come forth as pure and gold as you can be. Just like how my friend could lose her mind, but it didn’t cause her to lose the core of her good natured character.

“For you, God, tested us; you refined us like silver. You brought us into prison and laid burdens on our backs. You let people ride over our heads; we went through fire and water, but you brought us to a place of abundance.” - ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭66:10-12‬

23/07/2021

My heart has been aching since RVH news and it can’t seem to stop. 😢 I cannot begin to fathom what the loved ones of involved parties are going through.

Mental Health is something close to my heart. And I hope in this difficult time, you know that there is someone up there whom you can seek peace and comfort from.

In mathematics, pi (π) is the ratio of the circumference of any circle to the diameter of that circle. Regardless of the circle's size, this ratio will always equal pi. In decimal form, the value of pi is approximately 3.14. But pi is an irrational number, meaning that its decimal form neither ends (like 1/4 = 0.25) nor becomes repetitive (like 1/6 = 0.166666...). (To only 18 decimal places, pi is 3.141592653589793238)

God created the world in 7 days. He also formed numbers to show you that His pursuit of us is relentless. ‘I love you’ has 1, 4, and 3 alphabets respectively. The pi (π) of a circle; His Love is unending and He is here for you. ❤️

An irrational unconditional love.

29/06/2021

“Dare to fail, for you will find yourself.” A quote I gift to you from another of my 7yrs lessons.

Shame. I believe not one person reading this finds joy and victory in shame. I’m never a believer of using shame to bring out a person’s potential. My heart aches at the unspoken mental pressures people face, often fighting their battles alone in their own dark corner.

When I was in my 2nd year, my ability to withstand shame and self worth was put to test. Where I used to work at, if you did zero sale for the month, the stage is yours. So one fine month, I came to a crossroad. To stay zero or force a sale - either people I’ve met will be pushed to a sale or make a sale from myself so I won’t end the month with zero. Honestly, much as my beliefs are firm, I almost succumbed to ‘save my own dignity’. Guess which I chose?

The Bible says “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind."

So my choice led me to stand in front of the whole organisation, and was posted this question: “Come, share with us, how did you successfully end the month with zero?”. Like I said, the stage was mine. Thinking back, I was shaking inside while trying my best to embrace my vulnerability facing the crowd.

I believe it was done with good intentions because, perspectives. Was there a tinge of taunting? Shame? Gaslighting? I’m not sure honestly, but I'm very sure, this story gave me a right to teach someone in future; to know your worth. To guard your mental health. To not allow someone else’s misaligned method of pushing your limits to question your abilities and your sanity. To learn to discern words spoken at you. That nurturing does not begin with shame nor manipulation. It may otherwise destroy a totally bright young individual.

I wish I can start a movement to advocate human rights. You humans are too precious. My wish for you stays the same - that you grow and discover how to live a life, larger than life it self. Love. Joy. Peace. Patience. Kindness. Goodness. Faithfulness. Gentleness. Self-control. Freedom. Abundance. You deserve these!

26/04/2021

Last year, having spoken to a friend of mine, I've been mulling over the concept of Stewardship. Have we been good stewards of all that has been entrusted to us? Be it our talents, finances, time, family, the work we are responsible for, people entrusted to us to manage at work, or in some cases, clients we serve; how have we done the best we can according to our best abilities?

When I was a teen, I was always taught to be faithful to the little I have before I expect to be given more responsibilities. One of the regrets I have when I was in my 20s was how 'generous' I was with my spendings. I earn $10 and spend $8, thinking that saving $2 is better than nothing. The me now would have wished I used the little I had to multiply it further, and finances is just one area.

Of late, I've been more concerned with whether I was a good steward to my clients, their lives and the talents I was gifted with. Lessons picked up over the years, but never too late to apply, it's still a good place to start. I encourage us all to start being mindful of whether we are a good steward to the different areas of our lives we have been blessed with!

21/03/2021

7 Defining Moments //
Last but not least, I struggled with value incongruence - where my values stand at odds with where I was. I tell my clients I am for their interest but often left in a situation where I know I don't have the best tool for solutions. Needs and time horizon of people I meet are diversed. If I'm foodpanda, I want to bring you options. It is my personal stand that I can't truly say I am for your interest if I either lack solutions or give you the second best. I no longer want to be a doctor who can only prescribe one brand of drugs over others. My 7th Defining Moment - I left AXA, unlearn many things, upgraded myself (still in progress) and moved my practice to an Independant Financial Advisory platform and relearn.

How do you be true to yourself but not disappoint others? I am sure many of you have at one point or another feel that way. I’ve come to realise, we cannot live to meet the needs of everyone but neglect our own. I love to ask my clients one key underlying - 'what matters to you most; what breaks your heart; what do YOU want?'. For me, it breaks me apart when I cannot be true to my personal beliefs and values. What about you?

20/03/2021

7 Defining Moments //
The bible says "Do to others what you would have them do to you". That is what I believe in. I believe any breathing human being deserves respect - whether you are wealthy or a cleaner. I think service is something akin to how we expect to be treated with basic respect. At some point in my career, I couldn't find the balance between being business-minded and doing 'charity'. It was until AXA saw the gap and carved out ; awarded to Financial Planners in recognition of their high standards of professionalism and whom with compassion towards customers, focuses on customer-centricity in financial service and advice.

I finally saw light shining at the end of the tunnel... my 6th Defining Moment. It reminds me that ethics, service, respect and compassion DOES matter. That despite it being so basic, no matter my non-achievements, I am still doing something right - and I must take pride in it.

19/03/2021

7 Defining Moments //
In order for a Phoenix to rise from its ashes, it must first burn. In the 5th year of my career, I make an average of $1,000/mth. I asked God if this is where He wants me to be, and it was clear to my core - yes; because it is people whom He loves. That year, I experienced “the peace and joy of God which transcends all understanding”. That defines my 5th Moment to stay in this business.

I wrote a piece below a long time ago and I hope it lifts some of you up 🙂 Life is not a bed of roses but life is beautiful...

“This isn't a story on success. This is a story about doing life with resilience in the face of constant adversity. It is a story of connection with people in their lives. About helping others to unclutter their daily busyness to think of what truly matters. That health is wealth. That in meeting the nastiest person, there is still kindness in this world, that in every episode someone snaps at us, they could be struggling a battle we don't know. It is about learning that happiness in life is not the absence of problems but the courage to deal with them. It is about listening and realising what others are not saying, that in every conversations, we help others see their blindspots just as much as seeing our own blindspots through constant humbling of self. It is about change and about growth. May you find your rainbow in the midst of rain.”

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