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Insights, tips, and stories to help you succeed in your commission-based career journey.

Featured10 min read

The Complete Guide to Starting Your Commission Career in 2025

Everything you need to know about launching a successful commission-based career in New Zealand, from choosing the right industry to maximizing your earnings.

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Career Change5 min read

Should You Go Commission-Only? A Self-Assessment Guide

Choosing to work in a commission-only role is a bold move—but it's not for everyone. Take our self-assessment to find out if it's right for you.

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Mortgage6 min read

From Newbie to Top Earner: Mortgage Adviser Career Pathways

Starting as a mortgage adviser might seem daunting, but the career path can lead to financial independence and flexibility. Here's your roadmap.

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Insurance7 min read

How Insurance Advisers Build Passive Income

One of the most underappreciated sources of recurring income is working as an insurance adviser. Learn how renewals create long-term wealth.

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Career Growth5 min read

Top Traits of Successful Commission-Only Advisers

Commission-only roles aren't for everyone. Here are the top three traits that help advisers thrive in mortgage and insurance careers.

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Mortgage9 min read

The First 90 Days: A Step-by-Step Action Plan for New Mortgage Advisers

Your first three months will largely determine whether you're still in this game a year from now. Here's a practical breakdown of what to focus on.

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Insurance8 min read

4 Income Streams Every Insurance Adviser Should Build (Beyond Base Commissions)

If your entire income depends on writing new policies and collecting upfront commissions, you're building your career on shaky foundations. Here's how to diversify.

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Career Growth7 min read

How to Survive (and Thrive) During Your First Slow Month

At some point you're going to have a slow month. The phone stops ringing, deals fall through, and you'll wonder if you've made a terrible career decision. Here's how to handle it.

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Career Change8 min read

From Corporate Salary to Commission Freedom: A 12-Month Transition Blueprint

The transition from salary to commission is absolutely achievable, but it requires planning that most people don't bother with. Here's a twelve-month blueprint that actually works.

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Career Growth8 min read

Beyond the Deal: How Smart Advisers Build Multiple Revenue Streams

If you're relying solely on upfront commissions, you're essentially starting from zero every month. Here's how to create revenue streams that compound over time.

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Career Growth7 min read

The Sunday Night Reset: How 20 Minutes Can Transform Your Week

What separates consistently productive advisers from those in reactive chaos isn't talent or luck. It's twenty minutes on Sunday night that most advisers skip.

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Career Growth8 min read

Getting Organised When Nobody's Watching: A Self-Employed Adviser's Guide

Freedom is fantastic until you realise nobody is going to structure your day for you. Here's how to organise yourself effectively without external structure.

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