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Scott Fitzpatrick presents The GAF. Essential conversations and frameworks for all advisers. Scott shares an insight into the 20 years of experience as a leader in the field of wealth advice. The essential conversations and frameworks for all professionals to develop and enhance their skills to work in the high net wealth space successfully. Join Scott fortnightly to delve into the essential conversations needed for all advisors to enhance their tool kits.
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2 hours ago
2 hours ago
Join us for the final GAF podcast of the year featuring the man himself; Scott Fitzpatrick !
In this episode the microphone has been turned: Brian Fitzpatrick - our Emotional Intelligence coach from The SAN team - sits down with Scott.
Brian has been an integral part of Scott’s life - teacher, coach, matchmaker & mentor.
In this candid conversation Scott shares his journey, his inspiration and people who have helped him along the way.
For further information:
1. www.sanprofessionals.com.au
2. Scott Fitzpatrick Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/scott-fitzpatrick1
3. SAN Linkedin www.linkedin.com/company/significant-adviser-network

6 days ago
Episode 48: Scott Whitla
6 days ago
6 days ago
Join Scott for the latest episode of The GAF, featuring Scott Whitla, Partner at McCullough Robertson.
A long-standing SAN member and expert in Succession Law and mediation, Scott shares valuable insights on Family Rule Books—what they are, how to create them, and why they matter for advisers working with significant families.
It's an episode not to miss!
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Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Episode 47: Diane Viola
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Join Scott for our latest episode of The GAF where he chats with Diane Viola, from Positive Relating.
Diane is a counsellor, coach and long time friend of Scott's who's passion and expertise lies in facilitating transformation in both individuals and families.
In this podcast Diane shares her insights on working with families, along with suggestions on how an adviser in this space can look after themselves when having these often intense conversations with their clients.
For advisers working with Significant Families this is an episode not to miss!
For further information:
1. www.sanprofessionals.com.au

Friday Mar 28, 2025
Episode 46: Nim de Swardt
Friday Mar 28, 2025
Friday Mar 28, 2025
Join us on this episode of the GAF as Scott chats with Nim de Swardt, narrative practitioner, non-exec director and strategic adviser.
Nim shares her passion for inter-generational storytelling, from starting her journey with the 7th generation Bacardi family to now recording over 140 narratives for families.
In addition to family storytelling, Nim's insights into the importance of personal branding and using the right narrative to describe who you are and what you do will compel you to have a closer look at what your LinkedIn profile really says about you.
This fascinating episode is not to be missed!

Wednesday Dec 11, 2024
Episode 45: Sarah Metcalf
Wednesday Dec 11, 2024
Wednesday Dec 11, 2024
Join us for the final podcast of the year as Scott chats with Sarah Metcalf from Collective Manifesto who gives us a fresh look at philanthropy.
Sarah helps individuals, families and companies to 'give well' to causes that are important to them. As Sarah explains to Scott, philanthropy doesn't always mean giving money; it can be your time, treasure or talent.
Just in time for Christmas, this podcast will have you thinking differently about philanthropy, how you can give and how, as an adviser, you can help your clients in this area.

Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Episode 44: David Werdiger
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Joining Scott on this episode of The GAF is David Werdiger, author, speaker, adviser & entrepreneur.
Scott and David chat about the exciting opportunity that exists for advisers to work with Significant Families and help them on their journey.
David shares his extensive knowledge on the subject, it's an episode not to be missed!
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Friday Sep 27, 2024
Episode 43: Vanessa Stoykov
Friday Sep 27, 2024
Friday Sep 27, 2024
Join Scott on the latest episode of The GAF as he chats with Vanessa Stoykov, story-teller & CEO of Evolution Media.
After 30 years in financial journalism, marketing & advertising, Vanessa has a depth of experience and knowledge of the industry and shares her insights and practical advice.
Scott asks Vanessa for her top tips on personal brand building and how to position or re-position yourself in today's online world.
It's an episode full of gems and not to be missed!
For further information:
1. www.sanprofessionals.com.au

Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Episode 42: Scott and Barton White
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
In this episode of The GAF we have the old dog and young pup, the mentor and the protege, Scott and Bart chatting about their respective journeys.
Bart asks Scott to reflect on where he started and where he is now and to tell us who helped him along the way, what books keep him motivated and what's next.
Scott, in turn, asks Bart about the frameworks he uses the most & how he integrates them into his working and personal life.

Friday Apr 26, 2024
Episode 41: Stephanie Bown
Friday Apr 26, 2024
Friday Apr 26, 2024
This episode Scott catches up with Stephanie Bown, Organisational Psychologist and author of Purpose, Passion and Performance.
Scott and Stephanie delve into the world of Culture and Leadership, discussing what makes a good leader and the importance of a positive culture in the workplace. Oftentimes, it’s assumed that HR will take care of culture however, as Stephanie tells us, this isn’t their role; culture comes from the top.
It’s a thought-provoking listen for both those in leadership positions and the advisers that work with them.

Friday Mar 22, 2024
Episode 40. Erin Evans
Friday Mar 22, 2024
Friday Mar 22, 2024
This latest episode of The GAF is all about data! Scott chats with Erin Evans, CEO and entrepreneur from Intelligen. Erin's enthusiasm and ability to discuss the subject in the simplest of terms will make you think differently about how your business uses, stores and protects data.
As well as all things data, Scott and Erin discuss how Erin has a network of advisers to help navigate the challenges of being an entrepreneur, as Erin describes it, they create the scaffolding that supports her vision for the business.
Listen in for further insights on the role of the adviser in supporting entrepreneurs.
