This week on the Rising Stars series, Marcus is joined by Chris Grant, Mortgage and Protection Adviser at Aberdein Considine, to talk about what it really takes to build a successful career in financial services.
Chris didn’t follow a traditional path. He started out in admin and worked his way up, and now delivers advice across the legal, property, and finance spectrum.
In this episode, he shares honest insights on:
👉 Why soft skills are as valuable as technical ones
👉 The perception problem facing young professionals in finance
👉 How managers can better support Gen Z talent
👉 Building confidence through role variety
👉 His advice to anyone just starting out
Whether you're early in your own career, leading young talent, or hiring into your business, this one’s full of perspective and practical advice.
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