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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.

World’s richest man says highly intelligent people do this one thing

To Amazon billionaire and world’s richest man, Jeff Bezos, this phrase is extremely true. He believes one single trait distinguishes highly intelligent people from all over people: the ability to reassess and change their minds.

 
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Investing and the Danger of Confirmation Bias

Sound advice on how we should be aware of the dangers of confirmation bias in finances and how we can approach investing responsibly.

 
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Why you think you're right — even if you're wrong by Julia Galef

 
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Testimonials and Referral Notes

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Charles (Engineer)

I chose to meet Syamim as he is someone I've known before and I know people that worked with him. One of the more beneficial part of the meeting is that he gives simple explanations and offers good advice. In addition, Syamim's approach was more approachable and personalized. Other FA sessions normally include someone upselling a product or people who don't know what they are offering. His clear explanations and patient demeanour made the session much more engaging and understandable. I would highly recommend this meeting to others.

Syarof (Firefighter) & Seri (Dental Assistant)

We met in a sunday league football team formed during national service. At that time i was still in my early 20’s and didn’t really think that insurance was important. As the years passed, i wanted to know more about financial planning and why was it so important. Syamim was a familiar face hence the reason why i approached him. I have never regretted that decision ever since. Syamim would go the extra mile to explain things, be it by showing slides or by simply drawing on a piece of paper and always made sure that we had our priorities right and that it was fine to take everything one step at a time. He is an amazing FA and a great people person. As my wife sometimes have a hard time understanding, he would take that into consideration and workout a way and present us with our very own personalised portfolio while always ensuring that my wife would understand. I would definitely recommend Syamim as I believe that everyone deserve a FA that not only cares about us financially but also our well being. Always looking forward to having meetings with him as me and my wife can be ourselves and always feel that he always has our best interest. Looking forward to our next meet up with him!

Jeeha (Teacher) & Faiz (Shipping)

We chose to meet Syamim as he is someone that we know and was familiar with. He is very knowledgeable about financial planning and curated different plans well to fit into our budget as well as our needs. Syamim keeps up to date with us and conducts yearly reviews. He will make a portfolio for you and make sure your needs and goals are met for the past year. He plans ahead for us and keeps us in check for our financial well-being We definitely would recommend Syamim to others. More than 5 years being his client and his way of planning for his clients gets better. Solid 10/10.

Shahrin (Manager)

Before I met Syamim, I had very little knowledge on the importance of having insurance, and financial management. Not only does Syamim guide me on getting the important, and necessary insurance and saving plans, he went above and beyond and assisted me to plan my important milestones such as marriage, family, housing and retirement plans. He is very knowledgeable with regards to insurance, investments and financial management to name a few, and it is clear to me that helping his clients with getting the right policies and financial planning is his passion. I had a different Financial Advisor previously before I met Syamim, and I can confidently say that Syamim is not your average advisor. He is very genuine with his work, and his advice, and he periodically checks up on your financial progress. I feel very comfortable meeting up with him for these sessions as he does not poach me into signing up for any upgrades or plans that I don’t need. In fact, he even encouraged me to only sign up when I feel financially comfortable to do so. With that, I fully recommend Syamim as your financial advisor. His sincerity to help, and his knowledge of the industry and lifestyle makes him one of the best financial advisors out there.

Viknesh (Civil Servant)

I chose to meet Syamim because of his outstanding reputation for being knowledgeable, trustworthy, and genuinely committed to his clients’ financial well-being. Over the past five years of me being his client, he has consistently demonstrated professionalism and deep expertise, making financial planning a seamless and stress-free experience. The most beneficial part of meeting Syamim is his ability to break down complex financial concepts into clear, actionable insights. He takes the time to understand my personal and family financial goals, ensuring that every recommendation is tailored to my needs. For others my age, his guidance provides a strong foundation for making well-informed financial decisions, whether it’s for savings, investments, or insurance planning. Unlike other financial planning sessions that can feel transactional, Syamim’s approach is refreshingly personal and client-centric. He genuinely cares about my long-term financial security and is always ready to provide thoughtful advice. His ability to anticipate financial trends and adjust strategies accordingly sets him apart from other advisors I’ve encountered. I would absolutely recommend others to meet Syamim! He is not just an insurance agent but a trusted financial partner. My entire family has benefitted from his caring and proactive service, and I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, reliable, and dedicated financial advisor.

Ignatius (Civil servant)

I first met Syamim in JC. I found the planning and considerations of my timeline to be the most beneficial part of the meeting. This experience with Syamim was more professional compared to other financial planning sessions that I had took part in. I would definitely recommend this meeting to others.