Each week BusinessDesk and the NZ Herald's Cooking the Books podcast tackles a different money problem. Today, it's Mahé Drysdale on his experience making a big career change, and his top financial tips. Hosted by Frances Cook.

I’m sure we’ve all considered it at least once – completely changing careers, to something fresh, new and exciting. 
A change is as good as a holiday they say, but it’s also a great way to boost your earning power, learn new skills, and maybe just work in a field where you enjoy yourself more. 
The reality of it is daunting though. 
If you have to retrain, that’s time and money that you’re committing. 
There’s also the fear that you put the effort in to making the change, and then find you don’t actually like the new job at all. 
So my ears perked up when I heard that Mahe Drysdale had made a big career change. 
Yes, that Mahe Drysdale – the former Olympic champion rower, who has represented New Zealand in countless Olympic and world champion contests. 
He’s traded in the quick-dry athletic t-shirts for a suit, and now he’s a financial adviser. 
So what was the process like, and does he have tips for anyone else thinking about a change? You bet. 

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