Insightful Edge

Insightful Edge - Episode 4 - Phil Boyle - Pursuing your passion

In this episode of the Insightful Edge Podcast, host Geoff Dyckes, discusses how to achieve financial independence and the importance of planning for the future.
 
Geoff shares a testimonial from a client who successfully navigated redundancy and achieved a balanced and fulfilling retirement. He also offers insights into pension deferral and the benefits of deferring state pension.
 
Geoff interviews Phil Boyle from BG Racing about his career path and the importance of pursuing one's passions.
 
00:00 Welcome to Insightful Edge Podcast
01:00 Client Testimonial: How One Call Changed Everything
05:01 Case Study: Planning for Early Retirement
08:32 Understanding State Pension Deferral
12:01 Podcast Recommendation: Grapes and Greens
13:54 Interview with Phil Boyle from BG Racing
30:23 Conclusion and Takeaways
 
Useful links mentioned in this episode:www.dyckesfinancial.co.ukContact the host:Geoff Dyckes: geoff@dyckesfinancial.co.uk
Newsletter sign up: https://geoff-dyckes-financial-consultancy-ltd.kit.com/bb5a3a7550
 
Guest Info - 
Phil Boyle -
Website bgracingsyndicates.co.uk 
Email philmboyle@googlemail.com
 
Altitude Coffee Bar
www.altitudesurrey.co.uk
 
Geoff's Podcast Recommendation -
Grapes and Greens - Niall Flanagan and Ash Harris
 

Insightful Edge - Episode 3 - Sally Sanderson - Be Brave

In this episode of the Insightful Edge Podcast, host Geoff Dyckes, a lifestyle financial planner, introduces the concept of financial independence and announces a new initiative called 'Freedom and Fairways.'
This one-day event is aimed at individuals at a pivot point in their business or personal lives, offering a morning clarity session followed by an afternoon golf game.
Geoff also shares a personal case study about a client who found empowerment through understanding what 'enough' means financially.
This week's guest, Sally Sanderson, discusses her work in leadership development for lawyers, her experience writing a book during the lockdown, and her recent joint venture to expand her training services. Sally also shares her personal advice on being brave, investing in relationships, and focusing on personal fulfilment rather than comparisons with others.
The podcast is sponsored by Altitude Coffee Bar, a local café in Cranleigh,Surrey.
00:00 Welcome to the Insightful Edge Podcast01:01 Introducing Freedom and Fairways04:21 A Case Study on Financial Independence07:37 Book Recommendation: Sir Chris Hoy's 'All That Matters'09:52 Interview with Sally Sanderson20:47 Key Takeaways and Closing Remarks
 
Useful links mentioned in this episode:www.dyckesfinancial.co.ukContact the host:Geoff Dyckes: geoff@dyckesfinancial.co.uk
Newsletter sign up: https://geoff-dyckes-financial-consultancy-ltd.kit.com/bb5a3a7550
Altitude Coffee Bar
www.altitudesurrey.co.uk
 
Guest Info - 
Sally Sanderson - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-sanderson-profexconsulting
Sally's book - Leading Lawyers: A practical toolkit to help you adjust your leadership style and deliver great results
 
Geoff's Book Recommendation -
Sir Chris Hoy -  'All That Matters'

Insightful Edge - Episode 2 - John Lamerton 1% Better

In this episode of the Insightful Edge Podcast, host Geoff Dyckes, a lifestyle financial planner, continues his quest to help people achieve financial independence and live the lifestyle they desire.
 
Geoff discusses the parallels between football strategies and financial planning, emphasizing the importance of vision, discipline, and knowing one's 'why'.
 
He shares a personal insight on the importance of sticking to a financial plan with a client case study and provides listeners with a book recommendation.
 
The featured guest this episode is John Lamerton, who recounts his journey from a civil servant to a successful internet marketer, emphasizing the importance of compounding investments, living on 80% of one's income, and understanding that money is a tool for achieving a better lifestyle.
 
John also shares his advice for young people entering the workforce.
 
00:00 Introduction
01:01 Parallels Between Football and Lifestyle Planning
03:42 A Word From The Sponsor
04:32 This Week's Insight
05:58 Book Recommendation
09:21 Interview with John Lamerton
Useful links mentioned in this episode:www.dyckesfinancial.co.ukContact the host:Geoff Dyckes: geoff@dyckesfinancial.co.uk
Newsletter sign up: https://geoff-dyckes-financial-consultancy-ltd.kit.com/bb5a3a7550
Altitude Coffee Bar
www.altitudesurrey.co.uk
 
Guest Info - 
John Lamerton - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnlamerton/
One Percent - https://bigidea.co.uk/one-percent-club/
 
Book Recommendation -
Just One Thing - Dr Michael Mosley.

Insightful Edge - Episode 1 - Why Lifestyle Financial Planning Matters

In this inaugural episode of the Insightful Edge Podcast, host Geoff Dyckes, a lifestyle financial planner, introduces the podcast's mission to provide listeners with tools and insights to achieve financial independence.
He reflects on the 80th anniversary of VE Day, emphasizing the importance of appreciating life's moments.
Geoff discusses the concept that real wealth is often invisible and shares lessons from the book 'The Top Five Regrets of the Dying.'
He also narrates personal stories highlighting the significance of living life with purpose and offers advice to his 14-year-old self.
00:00 An Introduction to Insightful Edge02:50 A Word From Our Sponsor03:55 This Week's Insight09:21 This Week's Interview23:04 Closing Remarks
Useful links mentioned in this episode:www.dyckesfinancial.co.ukContact the host:Geoff Dyckes: geoff@dyckesfinancial.co.uk
Newsletter sign up: https://geoff-dyckes-financial-consultancy-ltd.kit.com/bb5a3a7550
Altitude Coffee Bar
www.altitudesurrey.co.uk
Book Recommendation
Top 5 Regrets of the Dying - Bronnie Ware
 

Introducing Insightful Edge: Your Path to Financial Independence

Join Geoff Dyckes in the brand new podcast, Insightful Edge, where heshares his passion for lifestyle financial planning.
Geoff aims to help listeners achieve their goals and financialindependence.
Season one includes six episodes featuring personal insights, case studies,book recommendations, and guest interviews and the first episode releasesnext Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
Subscribe now to ensure you don't miss any episodes.
For guest recommendations or to be featured, contact details are in the show notes.
Useful links mentioned in this episode:
www.dyckesfinancial.co.uk
 
Contact the host:
 
Geoff Dyckes: geoff@dyckesfinancial.co.uk