In this episode of Don’t Shoot the Messenger, Chris Ball sits down with Jake, Hoxton Wealth’s Global Advice Manager, to break down one of the most underrated drivers of success in financial advice: tracking your numbers.

Together, they cover:
- Why tracking activity and results is the fastest way to grow your business
- The exact metrics Hoxton advisers track daily (and why)
- How data has helped Hoxton scale to $3B+ AUM across multiple countries
- Why accountability beats motivation every time
- How to set targets you’ll actually hit (and avoid setting yourself up to fail)
- The simple tracking habits that turn “busy” advisers into high-performing ones

If you’re a financial adviser who wants to grow faster, earn more, and scale your practice with clarity, this episode is packed with practical strategies and real-world lessons you can apply immediately.

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like please visit:  @HoxtonLife  

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth

For more videos by Chris, please visit his Youtube: ⁨@ChrisBallHoxton⁩

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like, please visit: / @hoxtonlife

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth.com

For my videos by Chris, please visit his Youtube: ⁨@ChrisBallHoxton⁩

In this episode of Don’t Shoot the Messenger, Chris Ball sits down with Bobby Sahota, a top-rated UK financial adviser with over 20 years of experience, £160m AUM managed, and a track record of mentoring, endurance challenges, and charity work.

Bobby shares:

- How prospecting has evolved from high-volume cold calls to trust-based relationships
- Her top strategies for building a client base from scratch
- Why passion is non-negotiable in financial advice
- The power of events, networking, and an authentic online presence
- Overcoming challenges as a woman in a male-dominated industry
- How complacency kills growth – and how to stay sharp
- Whether you’re an aspiring adviser, an experienced planner, or simply interested in the business of building trust, this episode is packed with practical tips, real-world lessons, and inspiring stories.

Whether you’re an aspiring adviser, an experienced planner, or simply interested in the business of building trust, this episode is packed with practical tips, real-world lessons, and inspiring stories.

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If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like please visit:  @HoxtonLife  

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like, please visit: / @hoxtonlife

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth.com

For more videos by Chris, please visit his Youtube: ⁨@ChrisBallHoxton⁩

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like, please visit: / @hoxtonlife

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth.com

For my videos by Chris, please visit his Youtube: ⁨@ChrisBallHoxton⁩

There were only 174 financial advisers under the age of 25 in the entire UK in 2024.
Yes, you read that right.

In this episode, Chris Ball sits down with Sam Oaks to unpack a growing problem that’s been swept under the rug for too long: the advice gap.
Why are young people avoiding a career in financial planning?
What’s stopping them from entering one of the most meaningful, high-earning professions?

We discuss:
- The shocking talent shortage in financial advice
- Why the industry has an image problem
- Barriers to entry for new advisers
- What needs to change - from education to leadership

If you care about the future of wealth, this one’s worth your time.

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like please visit:  @HoxtonLife  

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like, please visit: / @hoxtonlife

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth.com

For my videos by Chris, please visit his Youtube: ⁨@ChrisBallHoxton⁩

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like, please visit: / @hoxtonlife

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth.com

For my videos by Chris, please visit his Youtube: ⁨@ChrisBallHoxton⁩

 Ithis episode of Don’t Shoot the Messenger, Chris Ball and Sam Oakes dive into the brutal truths of running a business.

We talk:
- Why anger almost wrecked our businesses
- How alcohol was killing our productivity
- The cost of hiring the wrong people (and how to do it better)
- The dangers of perfectionism and launching too late
- The importance of coaching, mentors, and extreme ownership

No fluff. No fake guru chat. Just real stories, real mistakes and what we learned.

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like please visit:  @HoxtonLife  

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like, please visit: / @hoxtonlife

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth.com

For my videos by Chris, please visit his Youtube: ⁨@ChrisBallHoxton⁩

In this episode of Don’t Shoot the Messenger, Chris Ball and Sam Oakes dive into the REAL truth about sales, especially in financial services.

Chris Ball shares his personal sales journey, from being terrible at selling to building a £250 million+ business through relentless prospecting, learning from mistakes, and developing a simple, repeatable sales process.

We cover:

• Why sales isn’t a “dirty word” (especially in financial advice)
  
  
• Common mistakes new advisors make with selling
  
  
• The art of building trust without being pushy
  
  
• How to handle objections (before they even come up!)
  
  
• Prospecting, follow-ups, and booking more meetings
  
  
• The power of process and why structure beats winging it
  
  
• Why some people are naturals at selling, and why it doesn’t matter if you’re not
  
  
• Whether you’re a financial advisor, entrepreneur, or just someone who wants to improve their sales skills, this episode is packed with practical insights, funny stories, and brutally honest lessons.

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like, please visit: / @hoxtonlife

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth.com

For my videos by Chris, please visit his Youtube: ⁨@ChrisBallHoxton⁩

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like, please visit: / @hoxtonlife

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth.com

For my videos by Chris, please visit his Youtube: ⁨@ChrisBallHoxton⁩

In this episode, Sam and Chris open up about their different parenting styles, from discipline and structure to emotional safety and open communication.

They dive into real conversations around:
- Teaching values like kindness, respect, and accountability
- Navigating screen time and digital exposure
- Talking to kids about money, alcohol, and mental health
- Encouraging creativity and entrepreneurship at home
- Why leading by example beats being a “perfect” parent

No fluff. No filters. Just the truth about entrepreneurship most people avoid.
Subscribe for weekly straight-talking conversations on business, money, and mindset.

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like, please visit: / @hoxtonlife

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth.com

For my videos by Chris, please visit his Youtube: ⁨@ChrisBallHoxton⁩

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like, please visit: / @hoxtonlife

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth.com

For my videos by Chris, please visit his Youtube: ⁨@ChrisBallHoxton⁩

In this episode of Don’t Shoot the Messenger, Chris Ball and Sam Oakes dive into the brutal truths of building a business vs climbing the corporate ladder.

We cover:
- Why owning a business isn’t as glamorous as it looks
- The myth of running “10 businesses”
- Why true leadership means owning every problem
- The cost of distraction
- What it really takes to scale something great

No fluff. No filters. Just the truth about entrepreneurship most people avoid.
Subscribe for weekly straight-talking conversations on business, money, and mindset.

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like, please visit: / @hoxtonlife

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth.com

For my videos by Chris, please visit his Youtube: ⁨@ChrisBallHoxton⁩

Welcome to Episode 2 of Don’t Shoot the Messenger with Chris Ball – a podcast about success, mindset, money, wealth building, business scaling and the real cost of ambition, co-hosted with Sam Oakes.

In this episode of Don't Shoot the Messenger, Chris Ball breaks down the real financial implications of property ownership - and why he chooses to rent, even when he could afford to buy.

From emotional attachments to outdated beliefs about security, we challenge the traditional mindset around homeownership. Is buying always the smart move? Or could your money be working harder elsewhere?
Whether you're debating your first property or wondering if you should cash out of a buy-to-let, this is a must-listen.

What we cover:
- Why Chris rents instead of buying (even in Dubai)
- The hidden opportunity cost of tying up capital
- The emotional vs financial side of property ownership
- The real ROI on buy-to-let investments
- How to calculate your personal "why" before you buy

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like, please visit:  / @hoxtonlife 

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth.com

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like, please visit: / @hoxtonlife

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth.com

For my videos by Chris, please visit his Youtube: ⁨@ChrisBallHoxton⁩

Welcome to Episode 1 of Don’t Shoot the Messenger with Chris Ball – a podcast about success, mindset, money, wealth building, business scaling and the real cost of ambition, co-hosted with Sam Oakes. 

In this episode, we dive into the truth about hustle culture, workaholism, and what it really takes to build financial freedom without losing your mental health. 

Chris shares raw insights from his own journey, working 7 days a week, building a multi-billion dollar business, and learning the hard way that more money doesn't always mean more happiness. 

We will talk about: 

- Why hustle culture leads to burnout, not success 

- The emotional toll of chasing money and status 

- How to find balance between ambition and well-being 

- Building long-term wealth without sacrificing your life 

- Redefining success on your own terms Whether you’re a young professional, entrepreneur, or high performer stuck in the grind, this is the mindset shift you’ve been waiting for. 

If you’re asking, “Is this really worth it?” - this episode is for you. 

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Drop a comment if this resonated with you, we read every one!

This Podcast is a Financial Planner Life Production, if you are interested in starting a podcast - Reach out to Sam Oakes 

If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like, please visit: / @hoxtonlife

For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth.com

For my videos by Chris, please visit his Youtube: ⁨@ChrisBallHoxton⁩