What happens when a schoolboy who didn't like homework transforms into someone managing millions in client investments? James Roper's story is a refreshing reminder that career paths are rarely straightforward.
Despite having a young family and the security of regular employment, James took the leap into financial advising. "I remember standing up at a networking breakfast announcing I'd started my own business and saying 'I'm shi**ing my pants,' That vulnerability resonates throughout our conversation as he discusses the ethical challenges he faced in previous roles and how finding work aligned with his values changed everything.
The most powerful insight from our discussion? Trust isn't just about credentials—it's about genuinely caring for people. "I'll look after them, I'll look after their parents, I'll look after their children," James explains about his clients. "They almost become friends." Five years into his career as a financial advisor, James has finally found work that doesn't feel like work at all.
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