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EPISODE · Jul 24, 2025 · 48 MIN

We’re Facing a Crisis in Financial Planning: Here’s Why

from Dont Shoot The Messenger · host Chris Ball

There were only 174 financial advisers under the age of 25 in the entire UK in 2024.Yes, you read that right.In this episode, Chris Ball sits down with Sam Oaks to unpack a growing problem that’s been swept under the rug for too long: the advice gap.Why are young people avoiding a career in financial planning?What’s stopping them from entering one of the most meaningful, high-earning professions?We discuss:- The shocking talent shortage in financial advice- Why the industry has an image problem- Barriers to entry for new advisers- What needs to change - from education to leadershipIf you care about the future of wealth, this one’s worth your time.If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like please visit:  @HoxtonLife  For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealthIf you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like, please visit: / @hoxtonlife For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth.comFor my videos by Chris, please visit his Youtube: ⁨@ChrisBallHoxton⁩If you want to see what life in Hoxton Wealth is like, please visit:  / @hoxtonlife  For more information on Hoxton Wealth careers, please https://www.careers-page.com/hoxtonwealth.comFor my videos by Chris, please visit his Youtube:  ⁨@ChrisBallHoxton⁩  

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There were only 174 financial advisers under the age of 25 in the entire UK in 2024. Yes, you read that right. In this episode, Chris Ball sits down with Sam Oaks to unpack a growing problem that’s been swept under the rug for too long: the advice gap. Why are young people avoiding a career in financial planning? What’s stopping them from entering one of the most meaningful, high-earning professions? We discuss: - The shocking talent shortage in financial advice - Why the industry has an im...

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