A day in the life of an adviser: Belfast-based Alex Price

PA hears how advisers all across the nation structure their workdays

Hope William-Smith
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In this interview series, Professional Adviser speaks with a range of different planners from all corners of the UK about their typical workday.

This week, it's Charles Stanley & Co director of financial planning Alex Price… What time does a typical workday start for you and what is first on the agenda? My day usually starts around 8:30 am and the first thing I usually do is check my emails and respond to any urgent client queries. On days without client meetings, when do you tend to do your ‘deep thinking' work? I tend to work best first thing in the morning, after a strong cup of coffee. What do you like to have achieved before stopping for lunch? Everyday I make a to-do list, by lunch I usually like to be at least ...

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