From Council Estate to Financial Planning TV & Social Media Influencer!

In this episode of the Financial Planner Life podcast, host Sam Oakes reconnects with Emmanuel Asuquo, a leading financial planner, TV personality, and social media educator. Emmanuel was Sam’s second-ever guest when the podcast launched, making this a special full-circle conversation.

They dive deep into Emmanuel’s journey from growing up on a council estate to becoming one of the UK’s most recognisable financial planners, using platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube to educate and entertain audiences.

Discover how Emmanuel built a purpose-driven career in financial planning, leveraged social media to attract clients, and became a trusted voice for financial education across the UK.

Topics include:
 ✅ How to use social media for client generation
 ✅ The importance of authenticity and storytelling
 ✅ Why niching down builds stronger engagement
 ✅ The future of careers in financial planning
 ✅ Building trust through “edutainment”

If you’re a financial planner looking to grow your business, build your brand, or attract the next generation of clients and talent, this is a must-watch (or listen).

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