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Laura is a Financial Advisor at Securinvest Financial Group. She and James talk about her journey to financial advice, the importance of setting clear goals and working towards them, the challenges of maintaining a healthy work-life balance, retirement planning, and building trust with clients through honesty and transparency. Laura Kelly LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-kelly-aa9a77147/ Securinvest Financial Group Website: https://sifs.com.au/ This episode is proudly sponsored by Challenger https://ensombl.com/go/20240627 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/

In this episode, Andrew is joined by Sam Perera, Director at Perera Crowther Financial Services. They lift the lid on his practice and look at how he grew his business, and the value of workplace flexibility, discretionary bonuses, and charitable pursuits in supporting their team members' growth and well-being. Sam Perera LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-perera-34a338b/ Perera Crowther Financial Services Website: https://www.pereracrowther.com.au/ Russell Collins: https://rics.com.au/about/russell-collins/ FAAA Website: https://faaa.au/ Jim Collins Hedgehog Concept: https://www.jimcollins.com/article_topics/articles/hedgehog-concept-business-sectors.html Visit The Adviser Portal and partner with Zurich and OnePath today: https://ensombl.com/go/20240625 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/

In this episode, Pat talks with Jacqueline Barton, Director at Simply Advice Websites. They chat about the do's and don'ts of creating a great advice website, the importance of creating a seamless experience, enhancing lead qualification and prioritisation, and how websites can be optimised for better client engagement. Jacqueline Barton LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueline-barton/ Simply Advice Websites: https://advicewebsites.com.au/ Patrick Gardner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/csba-patrick-gardner/ A world of engagement awaits you at Netwealth: https://ensombl.com/go/20240621 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/

Phil is the Financial Adviser and Founder at Skye Wealth. He and James chat about how he transitioned his business from holistic advice to focus solely on insurance advice through redesigning processes with technology, charging fees upfront, and marketing strategies to grow through referrals and content while discussing challenges of remote work and knowledge sharing. Phil Thompson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philjthommo/ Skye Wealth Website: https://www.skye.com.au/ This episode is proudly sponsored by Challenger https://ensombl.com/go/20240620 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/

In this first installment, Sacha is joined by Sandra Miller, Risk Advisor at Halstead Financial Services, and Dr. Jeffrey Scott, Head of Advice Strategy at MetLife. They discuss strategies advisors can use to help clients understand insurance policies, premiums, and the ongoing value of insurance while addressing affordability concerns through proactive client discussions and budgeting. Sandra Miller LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandra-miller-58509a1/ Halstead Financial Services Website: https://halsteadfs.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/

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/

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/

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/

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/

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/