NextGen launches 'Blast Off' programme for financial planners

50% focus on the person

Sophie King
clock • 1 min read

NextGen Planners has launched a 12-month programme to support financial planners who want to either start their own business or who have recently started one.

The programme, titled 'Blast Off', will help financial planners grow their new business by helping them boost their skills to become a better entrepreneur. It will be delivered virtually and is designed to have a 50% focus on upskilling the entrepreneur. Areas where members will be supported include how to kill their nerves, boost their listening and presentation skills, and how to improve their time management.  Participants will take part in 19 group sessions and masterclasses and will have access to various documentation, templates and business plans to help them hone in on their b...

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