All of us would have people around us that we learn from in our lives. And people whom we in turn teach and need to be accountable to at some point - as students, working adults or parents. The better we are at relating and leading others into growth, the better we become as individuals. In this issue, I hope we can draw some lessons and wisdom from these materials that can help us cultivate values and cultures that we want in our lives and lift us up. | Create a Growth Culture, Not a Performance-Obsessed One In a competitive, complex, and volatile business environment, many C-Suite leaders are focused on how to build higher performance cultures. The irony is that building a culture focused on performance may not be the best, healthiest, or most sustainable way to fuel results. Instead, it may be more effective to focus on creating a culture of growth. | How Humility Makes Us Better, Saner Teachers The pursuit of humility, once we properly understand the term, yields better relationships and faster growth. With that said, it makes great sense that we dig into humility in our continuing pursuit of better, saner teaching. | Every Kid Deserves a Champion | Rita Pierson | 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. | K Venka | | | | 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. DISCLAIMER This is not an official AIA newsletter. The views and opinions expressed in this publication are those of the author and do not reflect the official policy or position of AIA Singapore Private Limited (Company Registration No. 201106386R) (AIA), any other agency, organisation, employer or company. Assumptions made in the analysis are not reflective of the position of AIA other than the author. © K Venka, All rights reserved. | | | Randolph Eric Venka has been a wonderful mentor to me. I have gained information through his expertise, desire to offer his own experiences, and wisdom. And beyond that, as a mentor, he has consistently worked to shape me into a better version of myself rather than the other way around.
The best times I spent with Venka were when he opened up to me about his challenges in both his personal and professional life. This made me realize how much we had in common. My personal and professional growth was greatly aided by our frequent chats. | | | Gary Leong (Executive Director of SMTP) We have known each other since 2016 where we started collaborating with him and his district. That will be 7 years of partnership and friendship! The experience has been excellent. we have learnt a lot from him from managing his team and serving his clients. He has been open to allowing us to start a partnership and have always been helpful to support us. I feel that he is very forward thinking and able to spot business opportunities
He is a good working partner and a super good friend. A good feel of down-to-earth even though a top producer😀👍 | | | Francees M Over the past nine years, his mentorship and guidance have been instrumental in shaping me into the professional I am today. I am forever grateful for his unwavering support and belief in my potential.
🙏 Gratitude for Mentorship: His mentorship has been a beacon of light throughout my career. From the moment I started as an apprentice to now, stepping into a leadership role, his wisdom and guidance have been invaluable. His belief in me has fueled my growth and given me the confidence to reach for new heights.
💫 Embracing the Journey: As I moved up as a leader, I have gained a deeper understanding of the challenges and responsibilities that come with the role. His own experiences and lessons have helped me navigate this path with grace and determination. I am grateful for the lessons learned and the growth achieved.
🌱 Continuous Learning and Development: His mentorship has instilled in me a thirst for continuous learning. He encouraged me to expand my knowledge, acquire new skills, and push beyond my comfort zone. His unwavering commitment to personal and professional growth inspires me to do the same.
🤝 Building Strong Connections: Beyond mentorship, He's also been a trusted confidant and friend. The bond we have developed over the years is priceless. His support and encouragement have not only shaped my career but have also enriched my life. I am grateful for the strong connection we share. | | | Manish Sheth It’s been such a pleasure knowing Venka for more than 27 years since 1996. I came to know him when I first moved to Singapore with my family. He’s been extremely prompt and supportive to me and to my family’s needs, and it’s been a very positive experience to work with him. | | | Freya I am very honored to be working with Venka. 🏆 He is one of the longest-established wealth advisor in Singapore.
I've learnt from him how to make a positive impact and to build a rewarding, long-term partnership with my clients. | | | SerKei V Have been with Vision Financial for three months. The work environment is enriching and team members are great, making it feels like a second home. A dynamic team of passionate champs - always ready and well prepared. Displaying the spirit of excellence in all that we do - we serve, we prioritise your needs before us.
Venka, our dearest boss, our mentor and our guru- for real. He is always inspiring me, supporting me and helping me throughout my journey. I feel truly honored to be under his guidance. | | | | |