The Gift of Paying It Forward

Vivian Yong

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

The Art of Paying it Forward Without Spending a Dime

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

The Power of Altruism

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

The Paying it Forward Paradox | Wayne Baker | TEDxUofM

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Testimonials and Referral Notes

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Si Hui, Interior designer

I was looking to have some financial planning and healthcare coverage for myself and was recommended by my friend who has been working with Vivian for a couple of years. The consultation process was smooth and easy to understand to ensure my needs and demands were met. I also appreciate that she provides me updates and extra details to make a sound decision for myself.

Patricia, Nursing Student

I can tell that Vivian is very passionate in what she does and committed to help clients meet their needs and goals. During our meetings she always listens intently and demonstrates her professionalism and integrity. It’s a pleasure to work with her as her positive attitude always brings joy to the conversations and allow us to end of the meeting on a good note, while addressing my needs and wants.

Tommy, Videographer

I like her straightforward approach to focus on my needs and wants and not recommend plans that I do not need at my current stage of life. She’s detail oriented and patient with me providing me guidance throughout the entire process. She also managed to make me feel comfortable and confident to entrust her with my life and plannings moving ahead.

Hui ling, Pharmacist

I got to know Vivian when I was back from abroad and was looking into my healthcare and financial planning. Throughout these couple of years, she’s been patience and honest about the plannings and explanation to ensure I’m aware of the changes and plans in place for me. She is very open-minded and spends extra time to share her knowledge before any recommendations or products. I enjoy working with her as I can feel her sincerity and non-pushy approach giving me time to decide on any plannings before we proceed further.

Georgina, Real Estate Consultant

Met Vivian through our mutual friend and enjoyed working with her, the entire experience was very different. Even though we are friends, she displayed professionalism when it comes to her work and imparted her financial planning knowledge when advising us. She also ensures we have a proper understanding of our portfolio and planning as she emphasised on the important of long term partnership of working closely together through the different seasons in life.

Kian Wee, Director

I have had the pleasure of working with Vivian Yong for my company’s workers' insurance, and I can confidently say that she provides exceptional service. Vivian is incredibly responsive and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure all of our needs are met. What truly sets her apart is her proactive approach—she constantly researches ongoing promotions and advises us on the best options available, which has been invaluable for our company. I highly recommend Vivian for anyone seeking a knowledgeable, dedicated, and customer-focused insurance agent.