Just Covered
Welcome to the Just Covered podcast series, where financial planners, mortgage advisers, and protection advisers come together for insightful discussions on the latest topics in the financial services industry. Join us for short and engaging conversations designed specifically for professionals like you. We'll be exploring current trends and pressing issues that impact your work and provide valuable insights to keep you up-to-date in the ever-evolving landscape. So, grab a cuppa, sit back, and tune in for industry knowledge and inspiration. Let's dive into the world of financial services together!
Just Covered
Gemma Cuff | Going it alone: Growing your own financial services organisation
In this episode of Just Covered, we meet Gemma Cuff, founder of Gemstone Mortgages. As one of the leading mortgage brokers in Colchester, Gemma tells her unique story around starting her own business – going into remarkably honest detail about her personal challenges and how she’s expanded her brand over the years and responded to changing demands. She also explains some of the philosophy behind how she recruits and trains staff, as well as her crucial use of technology and social media to grow her business organically.
This episode also covers:
· How to use personal experiences in the protection conversation to deliver personalised advice that help clients truly relate.
· The importance of training, teamwork and regular meetings in building a successful team of advisers.
· Key learnings for advisers looking to become self-employed or start their own financial services organisation.