Josh Gardner
Financial Planner
I started my financial services career with Skipton Building Society several years ago. Although I had a great foundation, I found myself frustrated by the constraints of a “big corporation” and not being able to look after my clients in the manner I wanted.
I left Skipton Building Society in search of a home that allows me to advise families in a manner I am proud of and one in which I would like my own family to be looked after. In Christopher Little & Co., I have found that environment.
My day to day consists of helping clients identify how much is “enough” and ultimately assist them in reaching a place of financial freedom and independence.
It’s important to remember that money is just a tool to help you live the life you want. The life part is the important bit, and that’s what we focus on here at Christopher Little.
- DipFA
When I'm not at work
“Life is not a rehearsal”. I believe in taking my own medicine and after spending all day sharing the above message with my clients, I try to focus on this away from the laptop.
Me and my wife, Becca, love the outdoors and rural life. Away from work, we are rarely found inside and spend most of our free time adventuring with our Springer Spaniel, Maverick.
I am a keen sportsperson, albeit a very average one. Most weekends, I’ll be found on a motorbike, push bike, tennis court, or doing various other activities.
You might not know about me
01
My favourite holiday destination is:
Queenstown – New Zealand
02
My favourite song to play in the car is:
I have no shame; it’s country and western every time.
03
The three qualities that draw me to new people are:
Kindness, integrity, and openness
04
When the dessert menu arrives, I’m looking for:
A sticky toffee or crumble. The custard-to-pudding ratio is key
05
If I could be any fictional character, I would be:
Pete “Maverick” Mitchell
06
The three people at my dream dinner party would be:
Alfred the Great, Arthur Wellesley, and a “great, great, great” grandfather or mother.
07
Three things I haven’t done so far include:
1. Not visited the States or Asia 2. Finished the “Scott Trial” 3. Made the perfect Spag Bol; the quest continues
08
The first album I bought was:
James Blunt, Back to Bedlam The music taste remains consistent…
09
The best gift I’ve ever received is:
My grandfather passed when I was in my early teens. For my 18th birthday, I was gifted his watch; it is my most treasured material possession.
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The three small things that make my day better are:
My work, a “proper” pint and the dog curling up on your toes on an eve.
