Kelly Ng

Prudential Executive Financial Consultant

Kelly Ng

Prudential Executive Financial Consultant

Hello ! I’m Kelly

A Executive Financial Consultant. Help my clients make financial plans to achieve their goals and dreams.

I joined the insurance industry and in a blink of an eye, this coming October (2025) will mark my 15th anniversary with Prudential.

When people asked me, why I "joined insurance", they almost always guessed "is it because insurance agents have lots of freedom and free time?" While I love my family and children🥰 and I want to spend more time with them, but people often do not see, behind the scenes, the many-many things we have to learn, be tested on because we are helping customers to plan their finances. Also, I have to spend a lot of time prospecting daily. Many difficulties were faced during the process, but I stick to it.

After many years of good (and bad) experience, I conclude that financial planning is a process, not product-selling, and it is important to continuously monitor your plan so that you can adjust according to ever-changing situations to ultimately achieve your goals, protect your family and your love ones.

Here are 2 of my personal favourite quotes:
1. "The plan can't keep up with the changes, but if you don't plan, you'll never succeed."

2. "It is not how much money you have made, but how much money you have *saved*, how hard it has worked for you, and how it is preserved for generations."

你好！我是Kelly(凯莉)

高级财务顾问。帮助我的客户进行财务计划以实现他们的目标和梦想。

我加入了保险业，转眼间，即将到来的十月（2025年）将是我在保诚工作的15周年。

当初为什么加入保险因为我爱我的家人孩子🥰，大家都说保险时间自由，我希望有更多的时间陪他们一起成长。可是大家都误解了😂其实保险业务员要学习的很多很多，因为我们是在帮客户规划他们的财务，同时我们也要找客户，每一天都要花更长的时间工作。在此过程中面临许多困难，但我坚持下去。

经过多年的（好，坏）经验，我得出结论，财务计划是一个过程，而不是产品销售，并且持续监控您的计划很重要，以便您可以根据不断变化的情况进行调整以最终实现目标，保护您的家人和亲人。

这是我个人最喜欢的两句话

1.“计划无法跟上变化，但是如果您不计划，您将永远无法成功。”

2.“这不是您赚了多少钱，而是您有多少钱，它为您工作的辛苦程度以及它如何世代相传。”

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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.

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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.

Testimonials & Referral Notes

Meet Kelly ❤️

Hi Everyone ,

2013-2024原来我们认识11年！
2013年的某一天，在新加坡已经工作2年多的我在mrt走着走着忽然有一位小姐走到我面前要我帮她做储蓄问卷调查。。而这个人就是Kelly。我们就这样认识了😊之后她打电话给我，我们约了个时间见面，她了解了我的情况，知道我只想在新加坡🇸🇬工作2年之后回家乡做生意就介绍我不用被绑的储蓄计划，我也觉得很合适就开始了每个月$150的储蓄保险。怎么知道2年后我在新加坡注册结婚了，Kelly跟我做policy review 时配合我当时的情况帮我做了调整。在之后的几年我的人生一直在改变，从工作证，成为新加坡永久居民到变成新加坡🇸🇬公民，从单身，结婚，怀孕，2018生了女儿Sherena, 2022年家里又迎来了一位新成员Jamie。我们全家的保险都是Kelly在帮我们做规划，感谢她在我人生的每一个不同的阶段给予适合的保险和理财建议，孩子住院的保险索赔她也帮我们处理好，不用我们操心。
Kelly是一位有责任心，她会先了解你的情况再给你做理财保险规划，除了保险如果有什么问题她也会给予帮助或者建议。
如果你不知道要找怎样的保险理财顾问就找她Kelly💕

Regards,
Kah Kuen

Meet My Reliable Financial Consultant Kelly

Hi Everyone,

人无远虑，必有近忧，特别是在大环境并不景气的当下，很多人都为不确定的未来焦虑。未雨绸缪之下，保险会是大家第一时间想到的保障，但是市场上的保险理财类产品五花八门，所谓隔行如隔山，大多数人完全不知道该如何下手，这时一个专业的保险经纪人真的会给你特别大的帮助。我非常开心能遇到kelly，她经验丰富，专业扎实，人又友善，能够耐心倾听我的诉求，帮助选择适合我的产品。推荐给所有还在犹豫的朋友，联系Kelly，帮助你解决相关困惑！

Regards,
TingTing

Meet my Financial Consultant, Kelly

Hi Everyone,

I am writing this letter in reference for my Prudential Senior Financial Consultant Insurance agent Ms Kelly Ng I believe that to know Kelly is a true advantage. We all know that buying insurance policy these days is not a difficult tast, but finding an insurance agent that identifies your needs, daunting tast. Fortunately for me, I found Kelly through Facebook who has all the above traits and is also very hard worker. I have just recently purchased a Medishield IP plan and a personal accident insurance policy through her. She explained to me in detail, the different offers from different insurance companies. I have some insurance questions to be clarified and have been engaging in some foreign travel too. Kelly helped to explained and resolved the problem with her answers and recommendations. I know that Kelly has put forth a lot of effort and time to compile a policy that suits my needs. I am truly grateful for all the help and knowledge Kelly has provided and I know that she will be great help to anyone who wants to do their insurance and financial planning for future.

Regards,
Jim Tan

Meet someone interesting

Hi Everyone ,

Kelly is knowledgeable in all the insurance products and able to recommend a suitable product for me. Kelly is also very helpful and explain to me the policy clearly. She was responsive and follow up with the insurance claims actively and make sure my claims are all fully reimbursed, I would highly recommend kelly as she is a responsible and patient agent.

Regards,
YongGang

MEET MY RELIABLE FINANCIAL CONSULTANT KELLY

Hi Everyone ,

The level of service and professionalism that I have received from Kelly is unparalleled. She legitimately cares about her client and their well-being. She will give me a yearly review over my policy and healthcare insurance coverage no matter how busy I am. She is knowledgeable and can confidently provide detailed explanation over the policy. Kelly is someone I would highly recommend talking to about your insurance needs! 😊

Regards,
Jia Jing

MEET MY TRUSTWORTHY FINANCIAL CONSULTANT

Hi Everyone ,

I highly recommend kelly for any insurance policy you may need. Kelly is very efficient, helpful and explain to me the policy clearly. She was responsive and follow up with the insurance company numerous times to help me get wonderful services. I would highly recommend kelly as she is a responsible and patient agent.

Regards,
Siaw Fong

Meet someone interesting

Hi Everyone ,

I’m grateful to have met Kelly, and there was a comfort zone to her personality and how she presented herself in a professional manner.
I truly appreciate your dedication and hard work in getting things done the right way.
Great service is hard to find these days and I wanted to be sure to give you the recognition that you deserve.

Regards,
Beng Seng

Meet someone I Trust

Hi Everyone ,

I've been a client with Prudential since 2009. My first agent was someone else until 2012, Kelly Ng took over my policy because my previous agent has left the company. I think when I first met Kelly, she was freshie, but yet she prove me wrong by showed me her professional knowledge and passionate in work. Her presentation was clear and easy to understand. In the following years I has increased up to 4 policy with her.
She is trustworthy, sincere and helpful. Whenever I have problems she will quickly solve it with her best effort. Beside agent she is more like a friend to me always give me wise advice when I'm lost.

Thank you Kelly, Appreciate your time and hardwork that build on my insurance policy.

Regards,
Kino Lee

MEET SOMEONE I TRUST, KELLY NG

I was lucky to be insured by Prudential. Kelly is a great person with great character. She is very trustworthy and provides excellent service! Thank you for your assistance and expertise in helping me with my insurance and ease in answering my question. Thanks so much. Everyone worked hard to build a solid financial footing for you and your family, so you want to be sure that everything is protected.
Accidents can and do happen, and if you aren’t adequately insured, it could leave you in financial ruin. You need insurance to protect your life, your ability to earn income and to keep a roof over your head !

Adeline Chung, Executive

MEEPT MY RELIABLE FINANCIAL CONSULTANT KELLY

It's been great working with Kelly on my insurance needs. She is very prompt answering my questions and concerns and she posseses excellent knowledge to get matters resolved quickly. Appreciate the sound advice that she gave me when the needs arise. Always have my best interest at heart. 😉

Bee Wei, Assistant Manager

见我可靠的财务顾问KELLY

Hi 给每一位在看的你,

我是在宏茂桥地铁站认识Kelly的，当时她非常耐心和热情地介绍保险产品给我，并且约我在我家附近详谈，非常考虑我们顾客的立场。并且根据我们的实际情况和经济能力为我们制定适合的保险产品。是我们值得信赖的保险经纪和朋友。以后也会一直合作下去的。

Regards,
Chin Kai, Patissier

MEET MY TRUSTWORTHY FINANCIAL CONSULTANT

" I've been a client with Prudential Insurance for more than 7years. Thank you my Servicing Consultant, Kelly Ng for all her patient assistance and excellent service provided. I always get the information and answer I need in a prompt and courteous manner. I will highly recommend you to others for their insurance needs. Thank you for a job well done! "

Kelly Chong

Meet someone interesting

I first met Kelly in 2012. She enlightened me on the low interest rates banks are offering, and won me over with her sincerity. In the 8years as her client, she gained my trust as she readily assists & reply my queries.
I am proud of her as both my friend and servicing financial consultant.

Angelyn Chew

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Hi You Should Meet Kelly,

I trust Kelly as my financial consultant, she is straight forward and trustworthy. She does not beat about the bush and explains everything to me clearly.

Regards,
Stephanie Kho

Meet someone interesting

Hi Friend,

Kelly is not the first insurance agent that I've met, but she is the first that I feel; truly cares for her clients.
She took into consideration my needs and current situation before recommending to me a solution, unlike others agents whom always directed me towards another savings plan.
I am glad to have met her, and believes that she will be able to value-add to your lives.

Regards,
Jye Wei

Meet someone interesting

Hi Everyone ,

Kelly does her follow up consistently. After our first meet up, even though I did not sign up any plan with her, she wasn't pushy.
Her presentation is easy to understand and gave me the right solution and I felt comfortable with her.
This was the reason why I became her client/friend and referred my colleagues who were intending to take up savings themselves as well.

Regards,
Gavin Wong

Kelly Ng

Prudential Executive Financial Consultant

Kelly Ng

Prudential Executive Financial Consultant

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