Bonus | From Police Officer to Wealth Adviser​ | Meet John Ryan

Ask a question or send feedbackJoin Aden Wilkins in this bonus series, as he's joined by John Ryan, senior wealth adviser at Capital Partners, who shares his fascinating career transformation from police officer to financial planner. Discover how personal experiences, critical thinking skills, and a passion for helping people led him to become a strategic wealth advisor. John reveals insights into working with complex family groups, his unique office connection ritual inspired by the Crusaders rugby team, and the importance of entrepreneurial thinking. A compelling story of adaptability, connection, and finding purpose in one's professional path.(0:05 - 0:10) Career journey from police academy to financial planning(0:10 - 0:15) The health insurance that sparked interest in financial planning(0:15 - 0:20) Skills learned from previous careers(0:20 - 0:25) Working with family groups, rural businesses, and not-for-profit foundations(0:25 - 0:30) Unique office connection ritual(0:30 - 0:35) Discussion of money personality(0:35 - 0:40) Reflection on entrepreneurial aspirationsThe Purposeful Investor Podcast is a public service provided for Australian investors wanting to make smart decisions with their money, avoid costly mistakes, look after the people they care about, and, have a great life!We draw on over 30 years of experience from David Andrew and the Capital Partners team.For more information on Capital Partners' award winning team, visit capital-partners.com.au. Have a question? Email us [email protected] episode provides general advice only. We do not consider your personal circumstances when we share this information. Always refer to your financial adviser for advice about your personal circumstances. Capital Partners Consulting Pty Ltd AFSL 227148 trading as Capital Partners Private Wealth Advisers ABN 27 086 670 788.