View this email in your browser

Cheong Hock Yan

In Touch

A Monthly Curated Newsletter

What if growth isn’t about big leaps, but small, curious steps? From learning how to learn to embracing experimentation and a beginner’s mindset, let's explore how progress really happens—slowly, intentionally, and over time. Because the best investment you can make is in your ability to keep learning.

The Curiosity We Lost—and Why It Matters More Than Ever

Curiosity comes naturally—but somewhere along the way, we learn to suppress it. Explore how structure, pressure, and certainty dull our curiosity, and why reigniting it is key to deeper learning, stronger relationships, and better collaboration.

 
read more
 

Why Learning How to Learn Is the Skill Behind All Skills

In a fast-changing world, the real advantage isn’t what you know—but how you learn. Explore how curiosity, experimentation, and reflection help you pick up new skills and adapt continuously.

 
read more
 

The First 20 Hours — How to Learn Anything | Josh Kaufman (TEDx)

 
view video
 
 
Proudly Brought to You
 
I seek to reach out to people who believe in safeguarding the interests of their loved ones. Let me know if I can be of help to someone you know or care about. We can make a difference to lives when it matters most. Cheers.
 
Cheong Hock Yan
 
 
 
WhatsApp Me
-
unsubscribe
You are receiving this email because you're my client, a friend or you've given permission to receive this email. If you'd rather not receive our emails, you can unsubscribe from our mailing list by clicking 'Unsubscribe' above.

© Cheong Hock Yan, All rights reserved.

Testimonials and Referral Notes

View the full list

Cheong Hock Yan | Manulife Raffles Prestige

​I am honored to be recognized with the Top Achievers Award. While awards are a significant personal milestone, they truly reflect the trust you place in me to steward your financial and family legacies. ​This recognition motivates me to continue providing the consistently high standard of steady guidance that all my clients deserve. Thank you for being part of this journey.

Ms Thong

Cheong transformed my family insurance journey from a headache into a stress-free experience. He is patient and has a gift for explaining complex policies. More importantly, he listens and ensure our coverage fits our health and protection needs. Beyond insurance coverage, he has been helping me with my retirement, estate and legacy planning. It’s a relief knowing that my long-term goals and the future of my loved ones are being handled with care. Professional, sincere, and deeply trustworthy, Cheong provides complete financial security. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to secure their insurance needs and their family’s legacy. He makes the entire process seamless and reliable. A friend in need is a friend indeed, that's Cheong.

Mr Loh

​Working with Cheong has truly been a breath of fresh air. It’s clear he genuinely cares about the people he works with. What I value most is the way he listened to my personal goals and built a solid financial plan that actually fits my vision for retirement. I feel much more confident about my future now. ​Cheong is reliable and always keeps me in the loop with regular market updates, so I never have to worry how things are going. Having him within my reach has given me extra assurance and comfort. If you’re looking for a financial planner you can truly trust to guide you, I can’t recommend Cheong enough.

Mrs Campbell

My husband and I had an excellent experience working with Cheong. He took the time to thoroughly understand my retirement goals and guided me in building a well-structured investment plan through my InvestReady policy. His insights on constructing a balanced portfolio of equities and bonds were clear and thoughtful, giving me confidence in my investment strategy. I truly appreciate his professionalism, patience, and ongoing support. ​First-class service, Simply the best!

Cheong's ex-Colleagues

​We greatly appreciate Cheong for inviting us to Manulife’s educational seminars. These sessions cover essential topics such as CPF changes, Wills, LPA, and AMD with impressive professionalism. ​Cheong takes a personal interest in making sure we understand the key points, successfully simplifying what can often be complex subjects. We give him a resounding vote of confidence! Many thumbs up!

Richard

I am Cheong's mentor. Having retired from Manulife, I am truly grateful that Cheong has been helpful servicing some of my clients. He demonstrated exceptional patience and professionalism, taking the time to thoroughly review each policy and explain every detail clearly. His genuine care and attentiveness ensure that my clients feel comfortable and well looked after. It is deeply reassuring to know they are in such capable and trustworthy hands. He has my full endorsement. Highly recommended Financial Advisor!