How to Challenge the Standard

featuring Nathan Fradley

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In many industries, creativity is seen as a challenge, rocking the boat, and a threat to the safety of doing things how they were “always done”. But without challenging the status quo, how can industries evolve?

Enter Nathan Fradley, a passionate Financial Adviser who has set out to challenge the standard, in order to deliver the best possible advice for his clients. Leaning into his creativity, curiosity and a sense of justice, Nathan is exploring the greyscale in an industry that is often seen as black and white. 

Tune into this episode of Creativity: Uncovered to hear about:

  • How Nathan became a Financial Adviser
  • The corporate culture in financial advice
  • The misconception of the industry’s rules and regulations
  • Challenging the narrative and going straight to the source
  • Creativity and ethics in financial advice
  • Nathan’s passion for raising the standard of the financial industry
  • Nathan’s podcast, Challenge the Standard


Happy listening!

xo Abi


P.S. The information in this podcast does not take your specific needs or circumstances into consideration, so you should look at your own financial position, objectives and requirements and seek financial advice before making any financial decisions.

More About Nathan Fradley

from Financial Adviser
Nathan Fradley has lots of jobs! He is an Independent Financial Adviser working with emotionally & technically complex client situations including Aged Care, Divorce and Estates.

Nathan also leads Ethos ESG in Australia, working with Financial Planners, Investment Consultants and Fund Managers to improve their ESG decision making, reporting and client engagement using tech and his expertise.

Lastly, he is also the Co-Host of the popular financial adviser Podcast “Challenge the Standard”, and makes frequent appearances speaking at conferences talking all things responsible investment and advice.



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