The Truly Independent Story

Truly Independent was founded in 2009 by Andrew Goodwin and received full authorisation in 2010. By then, Andrew had already built a 15-year career in financial services — from corporate roles at General Accident (now Aviva) to running his own successful self-employed advice business. “There were two main reasons for setting up the firm,” Andrew…

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Celebrating 10 Years with Truly Independent: Neill Anderson

Neill Anderson recently marked 10 years as a financial adviser with Truly Independent. Earlier this month, he caught up with our colleague Martha to reflect on the journey so far. Based on that conversation, here’s Neill’s story. When I called Neill Anderson to chat about his 10-year anniversary with Truly Independent, he was as calm…

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Smarter Tech, Happier Advisers

At Truly Independent, we’ve invested in fully integrated, purpose-built technology designed to help advisers like you focus on what matters: giving great advice and growing a sustainable business. In our Happy Financial Adviser model, Systems sits at the heart of day-to-day success — alongside Service and Support — in what we call the Happy Zone….

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Want to Be a Happier Adviser? Here’s a Gift to Help You Start

Celebrate National Give Something Away Day – With a Gift That Could Change Your Career Monday 15th July marks National Give Something Away Day – and here at Truly Independent, we’re joining in by giving away something a little bit special. We’re offering a limited number of free copies of Andrew Goodwin’s best-selling book, The…

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Welcome Jadon Parke

We’re pleased to welcome Jadon Parke, the latest self-employed financial adviser, to join us at Truly Independent. Based in Thanet, Kent, Jadon brings a client-first mindset and a commitment to delivering high-quality, whole-of-market financial advice. With a clear, supportive approach, he helps clients make informed decisions at every stage of life—whether they’re building wealth, preparing…

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Welcome Richard Hambleton

We’re delighted to welcome Richard Hambleton, the latest self-employed financial adviser to join us at Truly Independent. Based in Buxton, Richard brings over a decade of experience in the financial services industry and a calm, down-to-earth approach to financial planning. He works with individuals, families, and business owners across the Peak District and surrounding areas,…

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Marketing Systems That Help Advisers Grow

One of the biggest barriers for financial advisers running their own business is marketing. Building visibility, generating enquiries, and converting interest into long-term clients takes time, energy, and know-how. That’s why our marketing systems are designed to do the heavy lifting — helping you attract the right clients without having to become a digital marketing…

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Start with the End in Mind: Why Strategy Drives Success

If your day-to-day feels busy but not purposeful, a clearer strategy could make all the difference. For many self-employed financial advisers, it’s easy to get caught in the whirlwind of meetings, reports, compliance tasks, and lead generation — without stopping to ask where it’s all heading. Why Strategy is One of Truly’s 6 S’s At…

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