From Fee-for-No-Service to Empowered Planning: A New Chapter for Ongoing Advice

In recent years, one of the most striking stories in UK wealth management has centred on SJP. What started as the promise of ongoing advice, review and service has instead, for many clients, become a worrying case-study of paying for something not delivered. The SJP story: When “ongoing advice” became a contested charge SJP has … Continue reading From Fee-for-No-Service to Empowered Planning: A New Chapter for Ongoing Advice

5 Lessons from Businesses to Boost Your Personal Development

Businesses thrive when they focus on their strengths, adapt to change, and pursue opportunities with confidence. These same principles can transform your personal development and help you create a more fulfilling life. Let’s explore five key lessons from successful businesses that you can apply to your journey: 1️⃣ Identify Your Human Capital and Leverage It … Continue reading 5 Lessons from Businesses to Boost Your Personal Development

Lessons We Can Learn from Business Coaches for Solopreneurs: Know Your “Who” and “Why” When Planning Your Financial Future

Running your own business is both exciting and demanding. As a solopreneur, you wear many hats, juggling everything from strategy to execution. But amid the hustle, have you taken the time to dig deep and ask yourself: Who am I? Why am I doing this? These aren’t just abstract questions; they’re foundational to your success, … Continue reading Lessons We Can Learn from Business Coaches for Solopreneurs: Know Your “Who” and “Why” When Planning Your Financial Future

The Next Plot Twist: Transforming Your Career as a Holistic Financial Planner

Imagine this: owning a financial planning firm where you do what you love every day—helping people solve life’s problems and live their best lives. A practice free from the hassle, constraints, or high costs of running a regulated product intermediation business. You focus solely on what truly matters: making a difference in people’s lives. That … Continue reading The Next Plot Twist: Transforming Your Career as a Holistic Financial Planner

Balancing the Rhetoric: The Reality Behind Financial Adviser Recruitment

When financial advice giants recruit fresh talent, they present a polished, alluring image of the industry. However, behind the glossy brochures and motivational career talks, the reality often paints a more nuanced picture. This article seeks to balance their claims with a fair and clear explanation of what aspiring advisers should consider before stepping into … Continue reading Balancing the Rhetoric: The Reality Behind Financial Adviser Recruitment