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Insurance and Protection ( 1 )
Mortgages ( 1 )
Pensions ( 1 )
Investments and Savings ( 1 )
Financial Mentoring ( 1 )
Financial Coaching ( 1 )
Reviewers' assets
£100k - £200k ( 1 )
Client reviews
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March, 2023
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Based in Neath Port Talbot
What were the circumstances that caused you to initially look for a financial coach?
We were offered Octopus financial coaching at work within our benefits package
How has Ali Poulton helped you?
I’ve been working with Ali for 18months and she has helped me no end! I’ve paid off large debts, feel a million percentage more knowledgeable about my finances now and what I want to do in the future. Ali asks me questions that make me question myself and my goals have changed considerably since we first started talking. I made huge changes within the first 6 months of coaching and now making more considered decisions based on knowledge and research. I really don’t see me not needing Ali for many years to come!
Have you seen the outcome you were hoping for?
I’d never had a financial coach before so had no expectations. I honestly didn’t think I would be debt free for a long time so the outcome so far has exceeded my expectations.
What could they have done better?
Nothing
First impression from a user who is not yet a client
September, 2022
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My initial session with Ali has been a very positive experience. She was able to understand my financial situation and needs and give corresponding advice.
First impression from a user who is not yet a client
July, 2022
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Ali was very patient with me (especially when it came to light I had not given correct info beforehand), gave great ideas and made me think about what I really want to acheive.
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July, 2022
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Ali was incredibly friendly and welcoming. I felt very comfortable talking about my finances.
First impression from a user who is not yet a client
June, 2022
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Really lovely and helpful first session. Thanks Ali
Ali's reply
Thanks Dale, lovely to meet you and hopefully get working together soon. Ali
First impression from a user who is not yet a client
May, 2022
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Very knowledgeable and friendly. I like her pragmatic approach.
Ali's reply
Thank you Gabriel, I really appreciate that positive feedback.
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May, 2022
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Ali was professional and provided relevant and accessible advice
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May, 2022
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very informative and effective
First impression from a user who is not yet a client
April, 2022
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poor call due to meeting recording requirement. This should be clear from the start that the meeting will be recorded. I don't feel comfortable having a recorded video with all my financial details.
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April, 2022
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Easy to talk with and very clear on what she is able to do and how she can work with you
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April, 2022
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friendly and professional, clearly an expert and provided sound advice for me.
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April, 2022
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Ali was approachable, clear and helpful.
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April, 2022
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It was excellent ! She asked the right questions triggering more reflection and awareness of how it is important to plan. She also provided possible solutions which I think are worth exploring. Did not see the time passing by !
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March, 2022
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Personable and knowledgable- really engaging session
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February, 2022
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Ali was very friendly and personable, easy to talk to and had great feedback and relevant suggestions for moving forwards.
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February, 2022
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Really friendly and easy to talk with.
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February, 2022
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Extremely helpful and provided me with a lot of information and options.
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January, 2022
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Very very useful and lovely to chat to, looking forward to my plan and our next call!
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January, 2022
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What a great session! Thanks for your clear and thoughtful explanation of the service, left feeling hopeful and understood.
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November, 2021
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Very personable and brought some things to light that I hadn't thought about.
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November, 2021
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Very relaxed and informative call with Ali; outlining the process and options with no 'hard sell'. Lovely to meet you Ali!
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November, 2021
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Ali was very helpful and easy to talk to.
First impression from a user who is not yet a client
October, 2021
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Ali was very easy to talk to.
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October, 2021
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Ali was lovely, friendly and helpful
First impression from a user who is not yet a client
October, 2021
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Clear explanation based on the real financial data
First impression from a user who is not yet a client
September, 2021
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She's good! Asking great questions and she listened really well to what my situation is/was and where I wanted to get to. Then her advice was really helpful. I'd recommend her?
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September, 2021
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Ali was a great and helping us understand the coaching service and was able to quickly determine what our Most important needs were.
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September, 2021
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Ali is very friendly, knowledgeable, and always willing to help where she can.
Ali's reply
Thank you Ricky. I really appreciate the feedback. All the best, Ali