Citywire NMA (01/05/2019) – Those Next Generation advisers, how did they get so good? Over the past few years we have showcased young financial planning talent in our Top 35 Next Generation Advisers list. The quality of those making the cut has been consistently very impressive. In fact at New Model Adviser® we were taken aback at the standards achieved throughout the whole field of entries, especially when it came to qualifications.

But the Top 35 also demonstrated extra levels of (over) achievement. Whether that be scooping a top level qualification such as chartered status, carving out an indispensable niche specialism, becoming a senior manager or director of a business or even starting their own firm, there is some real achievement that has clearly come off the back of hard work and dedication.

With a few months to go before applications for the 2019 Top 35 open, we asked the current title-holders for their top tips for aspiring young advisers.

True to form they have been generous with their advice to up-and-coming planners on everything from career progression, self-development and attitude, to how to get through those qualification hurdles.

Ricky Chan

Director, IFS Wealth & Pensions

What is your top piece of career advice for an aspiring adviser?

Work hard, be eager to learn and strive to be the best. Find a great mentor, model yourself on them, and absorb their knowledge and wisdom like a sponge.

In 2020 you will be…?

Older and wiser hopefully.

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