The Purposeful Investor
The Purposeful Investor is a fortnightly podcast featuring digestible but thought-provoking and intelligent conversations about markets, leadership, psychology, and the lessons learnt along the way.
Your hosts, Aden and David are from Capital Partners Private Wealth Advisers -Australia's' Professional Practice of the Year 2017, 2019, 2024. They support successful Australian families to create prosperous financial futures.
Disclaimer: The information on this podcast is of a general nature only and may not be relevant to your particular circumstances. The circumstances of each investor are different, and you should seek advice from a professional financial adviser who can consider if the strategies and products are right for you. In any instance where information is based on historical performance, we would advise that this is not a reliable indicator of future performance. You should not rely solely on this material to make investment decisions and should seek professional advice.
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The Purposeful Investor
From Police Officer to Wealth Adviser | Meet John Ryan
Join Aden Wilkins in this bonus series, as he's joined by John Ryan, senior wealth adviser at Capital Partners, who shares his fascinating career transformation from police officer to financial planner. Discover how personal experiences, critical thinking skills, and a passion for helping people led him to become a strategic wealth advisor.
John reveals insights into working with complex family groups, his unique office connection ritual inspired by the Crusaders rugby team, and the importance of entrepreneurial thinking. A compelling story of adaptability, connection, and finding purpose in one's professional path.
- (0:05 - 0:10) Career journey from police academy to financial planning
- (0:10 - 0:15) The health insurance that sparked interest in financial planning
- (0:15 - 0:20) Skills learned from previous careers
- (0:20 - 0:25) Working with family groups, rural businesses, and not-for-profit foundations
- (0:25 - 0:30) Unique office connection ritual
- (0:30 - 0:35) Discussion of money personality
- (0:35 - 0:40) Reflection on entrepreneurial aspirations
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This episode provides general advice only. Always refer to your financial adviser for advice about your personal circumstances.
Capital Partners Consulting Pty Ltd AFSL 227148 trading as Capital Partners Private Wealth Advisers ABN 27 086 670 788.
