Francois du Toit, CFP®, Founder of Francois du Toit Consulting and Technology is on the show discussing the successes and challenges of the financial services environment in South Africa, how business and career decisions — much like a financial or life plan — rarely go in a straight line, turning learning into doing and client engagement strategies.

You’ll Learn

About the South African financial services market.
How South Africa is handling the need for increased financial literacy.
What the Retail Distribution Rule (RDR) is and how it’s impacting the industry.
Why we should be vulnerable and real with our colleagues in the industry.
The importance of trying new things in your business and knowing that not all new initiatives will be successful.
The challenges of adopting technology in a developing country when all power is turned off for hours at a time.

Guest Bio Francois du Toit, CFP is a financial planning and tax consultant, with more than 20 years’ experience. He offers various solutions to help financial professionals unlock growth, including career counseling and bespoke tech products. He’s also the host of the PROpulsion podcast, which seeks to inspire professionals in the industry.

Resources and Terminology

Francois’ LinkedIn
Francois’ Twitter
Francois du Toit Consulting and Technology website
PROpulsion Podcast
Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa website
RDR: Retail Distribution Review
FSCA: Financial Services Conduct Authority
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IA 009: South Africa & Building A Business with Francois du Toit, CFP®