What if the biggest career platform in the world isn’t designed to help you start your career? 😱

In this episode, Mike Melendez joins Victor Idoko to reveal what really happens after university — and why so many young professionals feel lost when entering the workforce. Mike shares powerful insights on mentorship, networking, and the real gaps in career support that most students never hear about. 👀

💡 Whether you're fresh out of uni, transitioning careers, or mentoring the next generation — this episode will shift your perspective and equip you with tools to thrive. 🤝

🎙 What you'll learn:

-Why LinkedIn might not be the career launchpad you think it is

-How to build a meaningful network from scratch

-The missing support systems for graduates

-Practical strategies to bridge the education-to-career gap

📌 In this episode:

(00:00) Welcome & Introduction

(01:00) Mike's Personal Story

(03:00) How He Started as a Mentor

(09:00) Is Building Good Relationships Beneficial to Your Career?

(15:00) Networking and Mentorship

(19:00) How Early Career Choices Can Impact Wealth Building

(35:00) Let’s Talk About the Tool That Helps Young People

(40:00) Interview and Professional Profile Tips

🔥 Featuring: Mike Melendez — Career Mentor & Advocate for Young Professionals

🎙 Host: Victor Idoko | CFV Advisory

Meet Victor Idoko:

Victor is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with a Master's in Commerce (Finance) and a Bachelor’s in Economics. 📚 He also holds an Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning. His passion is helping others achieve more rewarding lives through financial planning, whether it’s reducing stress, increasing financial security, or freeing up time. 🌟💰

Connect with Victor:

📸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@victoridokowlthadv

👔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-idoko-cfa-a5799076/

Follow us on social media:

➡️ Website: https://cfvadvisory.com.au/

➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cfvadvisory/

➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cfvadvisory/

➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cfv-advisory/

➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKgPfneIj483L-2n-RhnZVw

Follow, rate, and share this with someone navigating their next big move!

#careertalk #LifeAfterUni #YoungProfessionals #CareerGrowth #GraduateSuccess #PodcastForStudents #MentorshipMatters #CFVAdvisory #NetworkingTips #CareerDevelopment #VictorIdoko #MikeMelendez

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Ever wondered how different asset classes fit into your investment strategy? In this episode, we explore various assets—from defensive investments to growth opportunities—and how they impact your wealth-building journey.

We cover:

✔️ Defensive Assets – Stability, income, and low risk (Cash, Bonds, Private Credit)

✔️ Growth Assets – Higher returns with higher risk (Property, Infrastructure, Shares, Derivatives)

✔️ How to balance your portfolio for long-term success

📌 Episode Timestamps:

(01:00) - Introduction

(02:06) - Defensive Assets

(03:39) - Bonds

(06:28) - Private Credit & Private Debt

(07:40) - The Exciting World of Growth Assets

(07:53) - Property

(09:31) - Infrastructure Assets

(10:53) - Shares & Equity

(12:48) - Derivatives

(15:13) - Outro

Learn how to diversify your investments and make informed financial decisions!

Connect with Victor:

📸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@victoridokowlthadv

👔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-idoko-cfa-a5799076/

Follow us on social media:

➡️ Website: www.cfvadvisory.com.au

➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cfvadvisory

➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cfvadvisory/

➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cfv-advisory

➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@victoridokocfv

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode for more wealth-building insights! 🙌✨

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Managing your own finances might seem like a smart move, but without expert guidance, it can lead to costly mistakes.

In this episode, we explore how ongoing financial planning provides structure, accountability, and smarter wealth-building strategies.

What you’ll learn:

✔️ How ongoing guidance leads to better financial outcomes

✔️ Real client stories: From financial stress to financial confidence

✔️ Why long-term planning beats one-off financial decisions

⏱ Timestamps:

(1:58) – Who are ongoing service clients?

(3:59) – What financial planners do for ongoing clients

(6:05) – Why long-term financial planning works best

(8:10) – Key takeaway: Structure & accountability lead to success

Connect with Victor:

📸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@victoridokowlthadv

👔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-idoko-cfa-a5799076/

Follow us on social media:

➡️ Website: https://cfvservices.com.au/

➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cfvservices/

➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cfvservices/

➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cfv-services/

➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKgPfneIj483L-2n-RhnZVw

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode for more wealth-building insights! 🙌✨

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Is Your Content Backed by a Supportive Network?

🚀 "In this episode, Tommy Murphy, avid storyteller and founder of A1 Connect, shares how he’s helping small businesses overcome their video marketing challenges with The Content Club. Learn how Tommy brings together community and content to make video creation accessible and effective for everyone. 🎥✨"

What you’ll learn:

🎥 Content Creation NEEDS to be Accessible: Learn about The Content Club

🔄 Leveraging Content: Repurpose Your Videos Strategically

📈 Content is Essential to Brand Visibility

🤝 How Content Builds Community

Timestamps:

0:00 – Meet Tommy, A1 Connect and The Content Club

1:12 – Tommy’s Journey - From Ireland to Australia

11:15 – WHY The Content Club was Founded

19:06 – Video and Revenue

25:36 – The ‘Valley of Despair’ and Resilience

34:12 – Wealth Through Community and Collaboration

38:55 – Tommy’s Reads: “Building a Second Brain” by Thiago Forte

47:43 – Practical Video/Content Creating Tips

55:49 – Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Connect with Tommy:

🌐 Website: https://a1connect.com.au/

📞 Phone: 0423 675 649

📧 Email: hello@a1connect.com.au

📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/A1ConnectAU/

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a1connectau

👔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommymurphya1

Meet Victor Idoko:

Victor is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with a Master's in Commerce (Finance) and a Bachelor’s in Economics. 📚 He also holds an Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning. His passion is helping others achieve more rewarding lives through financial planning, whether it’s reducing stress, increasing financial security, or freeing up time. 🌟💰

Connect with Victor:

📸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@victoridokowlthadv

👔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-idoko-cfa-a5799076/

Follow us on social media:

➡️ Website: https://cfvservices.com.au/

➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cfvservices/

➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cfvservices/

➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cfv-services/

➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKgPfneIj483L-2n-RhnZVw

🎧 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode for more wealth-building insights! 🙌✨

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Thinking about working with a business advisor? Victor and Phillip discuss how expert guidance can transform your business, from implementing tools like The 3-Way Cash Flow Forecast to scaling at a healthy pace. In this episode, Phillip shares real stories of businesses he’s helped, the DO’s and DON’Ts he’s witnessed, and why managing cash flow is critical for success.

What you’ll learn:

❓WHO Exactly is a Business Advisor? WHAT Do They Do?

🤝 The difference between Business Advisors and Business Coaches

🔍Recognise WHEN to Seek Professional Financial Guidance

💸Cash Flow: VITAL to Manage for ANY Business

Timestamps:

0:00 – Meet Phillip Khao

1:07 – What Shaped Phillip? How Phillip Got Here

5:36 – Entering the Business World: Challenges & Lessons Learned

13:41 – The Honest Reality of Building a Business

17:25 – What is a Business Advisory?

29:41 – Tools: 3 Way Cash Flow Forecast

35:39 – Business Advisors vs. Business Coaches

38:51 – Case Study: Working with Phillip

48:35 – How to Get Started with Business Advisory

53:00 – Philip’s Podcast! “The All Business Baby Podcast”

54:13 – Closing Thoughts

Connect with Phillip:

🎙️Podcast: “The All Business Baby Podcast”

🌐 Website: https://www.solveaccounting.com.au/

📞 Phone: 02 8197 1733

📧 Email: philip@solveaccounting.com.au

📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/solveacc/

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philkhao/

👔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipkhao

Meet Victor Idoko:

Victor is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with a Master's in Commerce (Finance) and a Bachelor’s in Economics. 📚 He also holds an Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning. His passion is helping others achieve more rewarding lives through financial planning, whether it’s reducing stress, increasing financial security, or freeing up time. 🌟💰

Connect with Victor:

📸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@victoridokowlthadv

👔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-idoko-cfa-a5799076/

Follow us on social media:

➡️ Website: https://cfvservices.com.au/

➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cfvservices/

➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cfvservices/

➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cfv-services/

➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKgPfneIj483L-2n-RhnZVw

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🎙️ In this episode, Victor gets realistic about the creeping patterns of emotional over-spending, the true responsibilities of home ownership, and raising kids to routinely invest, and manage money like pros. Being practical about savvy spending and trusting in delayed gratification will help you feel more in control of your finances, so tune in and take that first step toward a future that will ongoingly benefit you.

🎙️Episode Title: Beyond Savvy - Controlling Your Finances at Every Stage of Life

What you’ll learn:

🛑 How to SPOT and STOP Impulse Buys

🏡 The Financial Considerations of Home Ownership

🧍🏻Get Teens Talking Money - Financial Literacy Starting Young

🔒Delayed Gratification- Play the Long Game

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction to Personal Finance

1:10 - Staying in Control of Spending Impulsions

5:47 - Is Buying a Home Right for You?

10:05 - Money Mindsets for the Next Generation

16:50 - Practical Ways of Recognising and Taking Control

Meet Victor Idoko:

Victor is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with a Master's in Commerce (Finance) and a Bachelor’s in Economics. 📚 He also holds an Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning. His passion is helping others achieve more rewarding lives through financial planning, whether it’s reducing stress, increasing financial security, or freeing up time. 🌟💰

Connect with Victor:

📸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@victoridokowlthadv

👔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-idoko-cfa-a5799076/

Follow us on social media:

➡️ Website: https://cfvservices.com.au/

➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cfvservices/

➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cfvservices/

➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cfv-services/

➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKgPfneIj483L-2n-RhnZVw

🎧 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode for more wealth-building insights! 🙌✨

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🎙️Episode Title: Debunking Common Investing Myths with Victor Idoko

Do you believe investing is only for the wealthy or that it's too risky?

In this episode of Elevate Your Wealth, Victor Idoko tackles the most common myths about investing, from market timing to balancing debt and investments. Learn how to start investing with confidence, avoid common pitfalls, and create a path to financial security.

What you’ll learn:

📊 Why starting with small investments is possible and impactful

🛠 How to manage debt while investing smartly

🎯 The risks of market timing and better strategies to adopt

💡 Why investing is not gambling and how to reduce risk

🌱 It’s never too late to start your wealth-building journey

Timestamps:

00:14 - Debunking Common Myths About Investing

05:59 - Investing vs Gambling

09:31 - Market Timing Myth

13:34 - Debt vs Investing

21:26 - Never Too Late to Start Investing

23:47 - Questions Prospects Ask

26:04 - Questions Clients Ask

31:13 - Investment Philosophy

00:00 - Intro

Meet Victor Idoko:

Victor is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with a Master's in Commerce (Finance) and a Bachelor’s in Economics. 📚 He also holds an Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning. His passion is helping others achieve more rewarding lives through financial planning, whether it’s reducing stress, increasing financial security, or freeing up time. 🌟💰

Connect with Victor:

📸 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@victoridokowlthadv

👔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-idoko-cfa-a5799076/

Follow us on social media:

➡️ Website: https://cfvservices.com.au/

➡️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cfvservices/

➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cfvservices/

➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cfv-services/

➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKgPfneIj483L-2n-RhnZVw

🎧 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode for more wealth-building insights! 🙌✨

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