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Jun 18, 2024 • 47min
Addressing Client Affordability Concerns in Insurance #2
In this episode, Sacha sits down with Iain Jeffery, Managing Director of Wealthpoint Financial Planning, and Dr. Jeffrey Scott, Head of Advice Strategy at MetLife. They talk about how advisors can effectively communicate rising insurance premiums to clients by understanding their needs, circumstances, and learning preferences through personalised outreach and education. Iain Jeffery LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iain-jeffery-43414214/ Wealthpoint Financial Planning Website: https://www.wealthpointfp.com.au/ Dr. Jeffrey Scott LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jeffrey-scott-165762/ To learn more about MetLife 360Health, speak to your local Sales Manager or visit https://ensombl.com/go/20240619/. MetLife. Life, inspired by you. Join the Ensombl platform: App Store: http://www.ensombl.com/apple Google Play: http://www.ensombl.com/google Desktop: https://www.ensombl.com/ General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Jun 18, 2024 • 36min
Addressing Client Affordability Concerns in Insurance #3
In this installment, Sacha talks with Adam French, Director and Financial Planner at Squire Financial, and Dr. Jeffrey Scott, Head of Advice Strategy at MetLife. They cover strategies advisors can use to help clients manage rising insurance costs, including exploring options to reduce premiums while ensuring clients understand the risks and trade-offs of any policy changes. Adam French LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adampaulfrench/ Dr. Jeffrey Scott LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jeffrey-scott-165762/ To learn more about MetLife 360Health, speak to your local Sales Manager or visit https://ensombl.com/go/20240619/. MetLife. Life, inspired by you. Join the Ensombl platform: App Store: http://www.ensombl.com/apple Google Play: http://www.ensombl.com/google Desktop: https://www.ensombl.com/ General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Jun 18, 2024 • 38min
Addressing Client Affordability Concerns in Insurance #4
In this final episode, Sacha is joined once again by Dr. Jeffrey Scott, Head of Advice Strategy at MetLife. They explore global insurance challenges and opportunities for streamlining the advice process through innovative use of data and technology, focusing on the importance of linking insurance to important financial obligations like mortgages. Dr. Jeffrey Scott LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jeffrey-scott-165762/ To learn more about MetLife 360Health, speak to your local Sales Manager or visit https://ensombl.com/go/20240619/. MetLife. Life, inspired by you. Join the Ensombl platform: App Store: http://www.ensombl.com/apple Google Play: http://www.ensombl.com/google Desktop: https://www.ensombl.com/ General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Jun 17, 2024 • 1h 5min
Engine Room Podcast #37 - Iain Rogers
In this episode, Andrew is joined by Iain Rogers, General Manager at Nestworth Financial Strategists. They discuss his journey into financial planning, growing Nestworth through acquisitions and partnerships while prioritizing clients. They also talk through the evolving landscape of financial planning, and the importance of personal experience and knowledge in the industry. Iain Rogers LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iainrog/ Nestworth Website: https://nestworth.com.au/ Visit The Adviser Portal and partner with Zurich and OnePath today: https://ensombl.com/go/20240618 Join the Ensombl platform: App Store: http://www.ensombl.com/apple Google Play: http://www.ensombl.com/google Desktop: https://www.ensombl.com/ General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Jun 16, 2024 • 37min
Investment Podcast #13 - Residential Real Estate
In this episode, Jessica Ellerm from HOPE Housing & Bianca Rose from Morningstar join host James Whelan to discuss the Australian residential housing market as an investible asset class. Homeownership is the longstanding Australian dream, but one which is increasingly out of reach for many. Innovation in this space has opened up a variety of new paths to homeownership, and our experts explore these new options – the benefits and potential pitfalls, as well as access paths for investors. Bianca Rose LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bianca-rose/ Jessica Ellerm LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaellerm/ James Whelan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-whelan-68146036/ Morningstar: Empowering Investor Success. https://ensombl.com/go/1-20240617 Learn more about HOPE Housing and explore educational material: https://ensombl.com/go/2-20240617 Join the Ensombl platform: App Store: http://www.ensombl.com/apple Google Play: http://www.ensombl.com/google Desktop: https://www.ensombl.com/ General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Jun 13, 2024 • 44min
AdviceTech Podcast #87 - LivePreso Advice
This week, Pat speaks with Aaron Cooper, Founder and CEO at LivePreso. They discuss how LivePreso uses AI and data integration to create interactive financial advice presentations that improve client engagement and compliance while saving advisors significant time. Aaron Cooper LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronscooper/ LivePreso Website: https://www.livepreso.com/advice Patrick Gardner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/csba-patrick-gardner/ A world of engagement awaits you at Netwealth. Join the Ensombl platform: App Store: http://www.ensombl.com/apple Google Play: http://www.ensombl.com/google Desktop: https://www.ensombl.com/ General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Jun 12, 2024 • 39min
#449 Robert Rich
Robert is the Director and Financial Adviser at Unite Wealth. They talk about how he started Unite Wealth, and his goals of providing pro bono advice to help families with children with disabilities through personal client service, marketing strategies, and philanthropic partnerships. Robert Rich LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertrichfa/ Unite Wealth Website: https://unitewealth.com.au/ This episode is proudly sponsored by Challenger https://ensombl.com/go/20240613 Join the Ensombl platform: App Store: http://www.ensombl.com/apple Google Play: http://www.ensombl.com/google Desktop: https://www.ensombl.com/ General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Jun 10, 2024 • 1h 22min
Engine Room Podcast #36 - Jerry Kalogeropoulos and Philip Taaffe
In this episode, Andrew chats with Jerry Kalogeropoulos and Philip Taaffe from Aptium Financial Services. They talk about how they built their practice, with a focus on the importance of mentorship, networking, and efficiency in scaling an advice practice, and the need for flexibility and a balanced approach to personal and professional life. Jerry Kalogeropoulos LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerrykalogeropoulos/ Philip Taaffe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-taaffe/ Aptium Website: https://www.aptium.com.au/ Monday.com Website: https://monday.com/ Visit The Adviser Portal and partner with Zurich and OnePath today: https://ensombl.com/go/20240611 Join the Ensombl platform: App Store: http://www.ensombl.com/apple Google Play: http://www.ensombl.com/google Desktop: https://www.ensombl.com/ General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Jun 6, 2024 • 45min
AdviceTech Podcast #86 - Retrac
This week, Pat speaks with Travis Carter, Founder at Retrac Business Solutions. They discuss how advice practices can use AI tools within the Microsoft 365 suite to automate tasks, improve meeting productivity, and enhance compliance processes. Travis Carter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/traviscarter-au/ Retrac Website: https://www.retrac.com.au/ Learn more about Retrac: https://offer.retrac.com.au/webinar-follow-up-meeting-booking/ Patrick Gardner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/csba-patrick-gardner/ A world of engagement awaits you at Netwealth. Join the Ensombl platform: App Store: http://www.ensombl.com/apple Google Play: http://www.ensombl.com/google Desktop: https://www.ensombl.com/ General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/

Jun 5, 2024 • 32min
#448 Joe Akiki
Joe is the Director and CEO of Akambo Financial Group. He and James chat about how he grew his practice from a one-man-band to one with over a hundred and fifty staff offering end-to-end services through strategic partnerships and acquisitions. They also discuss the opportunities and challenges of operating at scale. Joe Akiki LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-akiki-87169a117/ Akambo Financial Group Website: https://www.akambofg.com/ This episode is proudly sponsored by Challenger https://ensombl.com/go/20240606 Join the Ensombl platform: App Store: http://www.ensombl.com/apple Google Play: http://www.ensombl.com/google Desktop: https://www.ensombl.com/ General Disclaimer – https://www.ensombl.com/disclaimer/


