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Transform Your Career, Transform the Planet
On the surface, staying in the same job feels like the safe choice. The pay cheque arrives each month, the routine is familiar, and...
Neil Dissanayake
Sep 47 min read


Money with Meaning: How Financial Planning Shapes the Life You Want
Someone using financial planning to build an impactful and meaningful life At some point, many of us pause and ask, “Am I making the most...
Neil Dissanayake
Aug 148 min read


Leaving a Positive Legacy: How to Make a Difference with Your Time and Money
Leaving a planet-positive legacy to your grandchildren Hey, be honest — when’s the last time you really looked at your pension...
Neil Dissanayake
Jul 316 min read


The Midlife Health Investment Most People IGNORE — And Why It Pays the Biggest Dividends
Middle-aged healthy individuals Introduction Hey, quick question — how old are you? In your 40s? Maybe 50s or early 60s? Brilliant. Then...
Neil Dissanayake
Jul 178 min read


Creating a Budget That Reflects Your Values and Priorities
💬 “The heart's willing, but the wallet's gasping for air.” — said a recent survey respondent on navigating the cost of greener choices....
Neil Dissanayake
Jun 266 min read


Mitigating Climate Risk in Your Financial Plan: Strategies for a Sustainable Future
Navigating a Fragile World As a geography geek, I’ve always had a fascination for a good map. But one recent image stopped me in my...
Neil Dissanayake
Jun 195 min read


Finding Purposeful Work in the Second Half of Life: Opportunities and Resources
Gill Mathias, a 75-year-old from Leicestershire, founded her coaching business, Gold Coach , at age 60 — proving that the second half of...
Neil Dissanayake
Jun 124 min read


Aligning Your Wealth With Your Values: A Step-by-Step Approach
We live in a world increasingly aware of its fragility. From climate change to social injustice, the challenges before us are immense — ...
Neil Dissanayake
Jun 46 min read


Financial Planning for the Second Half of Life: An Initial Guide
Midlife finance guide for UK readers. Plan for retirement transitions, build resilience, and invest sustainably. Learn about aligning your money with purpose. Explore the Planet Positive GAME Plan!
Neil Dissanayake
May 297 min read


How to Know If Your Investments Are Truly Green or Just Greenwashed
Sustainable investing in your hands As an eco-conscious professional, you want your investments to reflect your values—supporting...
Neil Dissanayake
May 243 min read


New Year, New Investment in Yourself: Commit to Financial Health for Good
A new year is the perfect time for fresh starts. While you’re setting goals for your physical health, don’t forget about your financial...
Neil Dissanayake
Jan 35 min read


Be Careful of Fraud — It Can Happen to Anyone
Fraud is the most commonly reported crime in the UK, affecting millions of people every year. It can be a traumatic experience. Many...
Neil Dissanayake
Dec 14, 20245 min read


Gareth's GAME Plan: Mapping Out a Purposeful Encore Career
At pivotal moments in life, we find ourselves at a crossroads where one chapter ends, and the next begins. Often, this transition brings...
Neil Dissanayake
Dec 4, 20245 min read


A Positive Planetary Outlook – The Case for Urgent Optimism
Recent news on climate change has been particularly gloomy. Major election results are likely to have negative ramifications on the fight...
Neil Dissanayake
Nov 14, 20247 min read


Wealth for Well-Being: Aligning Your Finances with a Fulfilling Life
True wealth lies in a holistic approach that integrates financial security with emotional, social, and personal satisfaction.
Neil Dissanayake
Oct 31, 20246 min read


Beyond Pension Pots: A Holistic Approach to Retirement Planning
The retirement landscape is changing. Recent discussions on retirement planning, particularly the Resolution Foundation’s “ Living...
Neil Dissanayake
Oct 3, 20245 min read


Human Capital Development – The Key to Successful Financial Planning
When we think about wealth, many immediately think of financial capital —savings, investments, assets. However, there's another crucial...
Neil Dissanayake
Sep 21, 20244 min read


The True Essence of a Life Plan
A journey to authenticity Understanding Life Planning A Life Plan is more than just a set of goals or a transition from your current self...
Neil Dissanayake
Sep 13, 20243 min read


Welcome to the Planet Positive Planning Blog!
Welcome to the Planet Positive Planning Blog!
Neil Dissanayake
Sep 8, 20242 min read
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