NZ Business Owners

Ananya Narayan is a financial adviser and director at: https://kiwiananz.com/ Chapters 00:00 The Journey into Insurance 03:18 Understanding Diabetes and Its Impact 06:13 Managing Diabetes: Lifestyle and Medication 09:17 The Role of Thyroid in Health 12:21 Insurance Challenges for Diabetics 15:11 Navigating Insurance Options with Diabetes 18:28 Cultural Perspectives on Diet and Diabetes 21:22 The Importance of Education in Health and Insurance 29:58 Understanding Trauma Cover and Underwriting 36:50 The Importance of Proper Medical Disclosure 39:51 Navigating Insurance as a Migrant in New Zealand 44:31 Cultural Integration and Professional Growth 52:23 Tenancy Disputes and Court Experiences

Podcast guest Pamela Adelekan Founder and Senior Financial Adviser at  https://advisenow.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Financial Services 00:32 The Drive for Financial Freedom 02:47 Understanding Mortgages and Financial Literacy 06:13 Behavioral Aspects of Financial Management 09:26 Personal Financial Strategies and Accounts 12:09 Navigating Shopping and Financial Conversations 15:16 Starting a Business in Financial Advisory 18:57 Marketing and Building a Personal Brand 22:47 Authenticity in Social Media and Handling Criticism 26:40 Navigating Unwanted Attention 30:57 Empowerment Through Self-Respect 33:18 Valuing Your Worth 35:04 The Power of Partnerships 38:00 Building Trust Through Authenticity 46:12 Financial Freedom Tips

Podcast guest Roma Samy Director of : https://www.romaandco.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Understanding Financial Literacy Gaps 04:09 Personal Journey and Financial Awareness 06:57 The Role of Financial Advisors 10:08 Navigating Property Investment 12:52 Challenges in Property Management 15:55 The Impact of Personal Circumstances on Financial Planning 18:43 Transitioning to Financial Advisory 21:50 The Importance of Genuine Client Relationships 22:59 Navigating Corporate Values and Personal Business Ethics 24:33 The Importance of Financial Planning 26:15 Realities of Financial Strain During Health Crises 28:28 Insurance and Medical Support: A Lifeline 30:58 The Struggles of Business Owners in Crisis 35:34 The Burden of Business Ownership and Personal Assets 40:27 Empowering Financial Literacy and Planning 46:16 Self-Insurance: Preparing for the Unexpected

Podcast guest Shakeel Lal Director of https://haloadvisers.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Humble Beginnings and Resourcefulness 03:13 Navigating School Life and Early Entrepreneurship 06:14 The Move to New Zealand and Cultural Adjustments 09:23 Pursuing Education and Career Aspirations 12:10 Work Experience and Building a New Life 15:20 Transitioning from Architecture to Insurance 18:14 Building Connections and Overcoming Challenges 24:30 Navigating Loss and Grief 28:57 The Awakening to Insurance's Importance 30:14 Facing Tragedy as an Advisor 33:48 Empathy in Client Interactions 35:32 The Impact of Money on Relationships 40:55 Structuring Business Affairs 48:09 Understanding Business Insurance Essentials