Risk Insurance Advisor: ‘I provide lifeboats’

Risk Insurance Advisor Steve O’Connor helps people ensure they have the right insurance cover when they need it most.

Last week, I had the privilege of hearing Nigel Latta speak at an insurance seminar.

Many of you will know Nigel as a respected clinical psychologist, renowned for his true-crime documentaries and psychology-focused TV shows.

Eight months ago, Nigel received the devastating news he had terminal stomach cancer.

His presentation was a moving, deeply personal account of the emotional journey he’s been on since that day.

One message Nigel repeated throughout his talk stood out: Gratitude for insurance advisers.

When he first learned of his diagnosis, the first call he made wasn’t to family, friends, or colleagues – it was to his insurance broker.

In the depths of despair, that call brought him something invaluable – relief.

Nigel admitted: “I know insurance brokers aren’t high on most people’s agendas,” yet he shared his heartfelt thanks for the work they do.

“You gave me a lifeboat,” he said. “Without it, I would have sunk. Thank you for doing the job you do.”

Thanks to his insurance cover, Nigel and his family have financial certainty.

More than that, he has access to the best cancer treatments and medications available in New Zealand.

He firmly believes that without the options his insurance provided, he wouldn’t be here today.

Let’s have a chat. I provide lifeboats. Would you like one?

• Steve O’Connor, Insurance Advisor, Insurance Market, 021 862 330, steve.oconnor@insurance-market.co.nz