In today’s world, financial scams are alarmingly on the rise, affecting millions of people across the UK. In fact, recent research revealed that one in nine adults has lost money to a scam in the last year alone. That equates to over 6 million people losing an average of £1,111 each. And despite the growing … Continue reading The Rise in Scams: How Holistic Wealth Planners Offer a Refreshing Alternative
Author: Steve Conley
Steve Conley brings over four decades of innovation and expertise to the forefront of financial planning. As the founder and driving force behind the Academy of Life Planning and HapNav Ltd, Steve has been a pivotal figure in transforming financial services to be more democratic and decentralised. His role as a Game Plan Practitioner, Coach, Mentor, Speaker, and Author of "Your Money or Your Life: Unmask the Highway Robbers - Enjoy Wealth in Every Area of Your Life" underlines his comprehensive approach to financial education.
The Academy of Life Planning, hailed as the "Most Pioneering Financial Planner Network," reflects Steve's commitment to fostering transparency, integrity, and accessibility. This institution serves as a testament to his dedication to enhancing the financial planning landscape.
Under Steve's innovative leadership, HapNav Ltd has launched groundbreaking advancements, including the first end-user financial planning app integrated with open banking. This app guides users towards achieving 'Kokoro'—a life rich in financial, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual abundance.
Recently, Steve introduced "Planning My Life" and "Financial Life Coach"—services that extend his ethos into practical, impactful tools for financial autonomy. "Planning My Life" offers an affordable subscription model, giving members access to an AI Life Planner, comprehensive resources, and expert insights. These initiatives epitomise Steve’s commitment to empowering individuals, nurturing community growth, and contributing significantly to global efforts to eradicate poverty.
Steve's journey is more than a career; it's a steadfast crusade to revolutionise financial education and planning, creating a world where financial wellbeing is not just attainable, but enriches every aspect of our lives. Contact steve.conley@aolp.co.uk.
Become a Certified Holistic Wealth Planner (HWP®) with the Academy of Life Planning
Are you looking to make a real difference in the world of financial planning? At the Academy of Life Planning, we offer you the chance to take your career to the next level by becoming a certified Holistic Wealth Planner (HWP®). This certification goes beyond traditional financial advice, without product distribution, and empowers you to … Continue reading Become a Certified Holistic Wealth Planner (HWP®) with the Academy of Life Planning
Holistic Wealth Planning Advice Without Product Recommendations
The traditional financial advice model, long reliant on product recommendations, has failed to serve a large portion of the population. It’s outdated, restrictive, and neglects the broader needs of today’s diverse financial landscape. As the world evolves, so must our approach to wealth management. A holistic, comprehensive financial planning strategy that looks beyond investable assets … Continue reading Holistic Wealth Planning Advice Without Product Recommendations
Financial Planning is NOT Needs and Shortfall Analysis
Financial Planning is NOT Needs and Shortfall Analysis There’s a version of “financial planning” that dominates the financial services industry, but let’s be clear: this is not real financial planning. What I’m talking about is a relic from the insurance sales methods of the 1980s, where the sole focus was selling products under the guise … Continue reading Financial Planning is NOT Needs and Shortfall Analysis
From Redundancy to Resilience
Case Study: Mick Jackson's Human Capital Development Journey From Redundancy to Resilience: A New Chapter in Retirement Planning Mick Jackson, a 52-year-old office manager, finds himself at a crossroads when he receives a redundancy notice. For over a decade, Mick had thrived in his £60,000-a-year role, but advancements in technology rendered his team unnecessary, leaving … Continue reading From Redundancy to Resilience
Phased Retirement: Your Next Chapter as a Financial Planner
At the Academy of Life Planning, we believe retirement doesn’t have to mean walking away from the career you’ve built overnight. Instead, it can be a gradual and meaningful transition into the next chapter of your professional life. That’s why we offer a phased retirement option for owners of financial advice firms who are considering … Continue reading Phased Retirement: Your Next Chapter as a Financial Planner
Why We Need a Wall Between Advice and Product Sales to Protect Investors
When it comes to protecting your hard-earned money, one of the biggest concerns today is the rise of scammers and fraudsters. These criminals target financial firms, often through "clone attacks," where they mimic legitimate companies to trick people into handing over their money. This is exactly why we need a clear wall between financial advice … Continue reading Why We Need a Wall Between Advice and Product Sales to Protect Investors
The Academy: A Safe Haven for Holistic Financial Planners Seeking a New Chapter
If you're a financial adviser, you may have felt the growing pressure—mounting regulations, outdated technology, and the temptation (or necessity) to sell out to a consolidator. It’s an all-too-familiar story. But what if there’s another path forward? One that allows you to continue doing what you love, with a better work-life balance and potentially the … Continue reading The Academy: A Safe Haven for Holistic Financial Planners Seeking a New Chapter
Consolidators Are Killing Off Financial Planning: Is the Future at Risk?
The financial planning industry is undergoing a silent transformation, one that threatens its very essence. Private equity-backed consolidators are swooping in, buying up smaller, boutique financial planning firms that traditionally place more emphasis on client-centric planning than on the mere management of assets. What this creates is a worrying shift: the disappearance of true financial … Continue reading Consolidators Are Killing Off Financial Planning: Is the Future at Risk?
Financial Planning: Filling the Gap Left by Financial Advice
The financial services landscape in the UK has seen significant shifts over the last few decades, but one critical mistake has caused lasting damage: the failure to recognise the difference between financial planning and financial advice. It’s a mistake that has led to a significant "planning gap" – a void in the services offered to … Continue reading Financial Planning: Filling the Gap Left by Financial Advice
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