🤔 Are Paraplanning Managers Holding Back Trainee Financial Planners?

Not at Foster Denovo, where growth, ambition, and clear career aspirations take center stage. In the latest Financial Planner Life Podcast, I spoke with Louise Headifen, Paraplanning Manager at Foster Denovo, about how she’s breaking the mold and championing career progression for her team of 15. Whether it’s becoming a financial adviser, developing a specialist career in paraplanning, or exploring other paths, Louise and Foster Denovo’s career framework have it covered.

🎙 Key Takeaway:
"If you tell me in the interview you want to become a financial adviser, I’ll do everything I can to make it happen. Progression is about honesty, ambition, and having the right support system." - Louise Headifen

We dive into:
✅ Why Louise hires for skills over job titles to build strong, cohesive teams.
✅ Clear pathways for paraplanners to grow, from junior roles to subject matter experts in areas like protection and estate planning.
✅ How Foster Denovo actively supports paraplanners who aspire to transition into financial advice roles.
✅ The power of a growth mindset and how collaboration fuels success.

Whether you’re a paraplanner looking for your next opportunity, a financial adviser exploring new horizons, or someone considering a career in financial planning, this episode offers actionable insights and inspiration.

👉 Tune in now and discover how Louise’s leadership and Foster Denovo’s framework are empowering financial planning professionals to thrive at every stage of their careers.

💬 What’s your career aspiration in financial planning? Let’s discuss in the comments!

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