Alan Smith from Capital Asset Managment, The Bullet Proof Financial Planner - Host of TRAP Podcast, talks Innovation and careers in Finanical Planning

Financial Planner Life Podcast

Unlock the secrets to entrepreneurial success in the financial world with Alan Smith of Capital Asset Management and co-host of The Real Adviser Podcast ( TRAP) we start our journey with Alan tracing the milestones of building a financial planning firm, where vision meets values, and the magnetic pull of a mission-driven culture draws exceptional talent.
Alan's candid narration of his rise provides a roadmap for those yearning to carve out their niche in the financial planning landscape, emphasising the critical role financial advisers play in steering clients' financial dreams to reality!
Explore the delicate balance of money and personal ambitions with us, as we discuss why understanding clients' life stories is at the heart of meaningful financial advice.
Alan and I dissect the importance of assembling diverse teams that blend technical prowess with empathetic client relations, reinforcing the value of a trusted adviser in navigating life's complex financial web.
We probe into the evolving nature of financial planning careers, challenging traditional hierarchies, and illuminating the benefits of role specialisation in fostering both team satisfaction and exceptional client service.
Step into the future with us as Alan shares his firm's bold strides in embracing AI to revolutionise business efficiency, freeing human creativity to enhance client relationships.
We wrap up the episode by pondering the art of building a niche personal brand and the nuanced art of monetising influence through financial education.
for those that don't know, Alan is also the host of Bullet Proof Entrepreneur Podcast!
The episode crescendos with a look at the strategic wins technology can offer businesses keen on innovation, ensuring a smooth transition into an AI-augmented era.
Join us for this engaging episode, brimming with insights for both experienced financial planners and enthusiastic entrepreneurs alike!
Begin your financial planning career journey today
Whether you are looking to become a paraplanner, administrator, mortgage and protection adviser or financial planner, the Financial Planner Life Academy is for you.

With limited entry-level job roles, giving yourself the best financial planning career education, will not only kick start your financial planning journey with relevant qualifications and skills, but it’ll also help you achieve success much faster.&nbs

Be sure to follow financial planner life on YouTube for extra content about a career within Financial Planning HIT THAT SUBSCRIBE BUTTON!
If you're looking to start your career in Financial Planning, check out the Financial Planner Life Academy here
Reach out to [e-mail] in regards to sponsorship, partnerships, videography or career development.

Chapters

1. Financial Planning and Entrepreneurship (00:00:00)

2. Vision, Values, and Financial Planning (00:11:42)

3. The Intersection of Money and Life (00:16:46)

4. Developing Careers in Financial Planning (00:27:17)

5. Evolution of Financial Planning Roles (00:32:45)

6. Impact of AI on Business Efficiency (00:40:36)

7. Building a Niche Personal Brand (00:48:13)

8. Monetizing Influence and Financial Education (00:58:40)

9. Harnessing Early Wins in Tech (01:06:58)