What I really think: Nick Cann

WHAT I REALLY THINK

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IFAonline asks industry figures to share their true feelings. This week: Institute of Financial Planning (IFP) CEO Nick Cann opens up...

What one thing do you most admire about the industry? The positive energy I get from advisers and IFP members who are pushing for change and demonstrating what can be achieved. They are progressive, think things through, and work around the client scenario. What do you most dislike? The whingers; the people who sap energy out of things for no clear reason. You can see it online on a regular basis. It's a small number of people. What, if you could, would you tell your younger self? Don't eat sweets! Is this a good time to be a financial adviser? For financial planners and fi...

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