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Episode Synopsis
"The Quinntessential Questions Podcast": Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter, Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners speaks with Nicolas Rigois as we dived deep into his journey from interest rate derivatives to equity derivatives and his impactful move to Singapore with Standard Chartered. He shares fascinating insights on community, the importance of continuous learning, and the value of going beyond job boundaries. Nicolas emphasised transparency, respect, and open-mindedness as keys to success. Plus, he’s a windsurfing and wing-foiling enthusiast! Catch the full episode for some profound career and leadership advice. You won't want to miss it.#career #careercoach #privatebanking #wealth #investment #banking #humanresources #business #innovation #singapore #recruitment #headhunting #leadership GUESThttps://sg.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-rigois-8506b439PAUL QUINNInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/taipansg/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WPCareerCoachingApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-quinntesssential-questions-podcast-with-paul-quinn/id1764230785LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-quinn-wp1/OUR SOCIALSWebsite: https://careercoaching.westport-partners.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/westport-partners-career-coaching/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westportpartnerscareercoaching/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Westport-Partners-Career-Coaching/61558129585059/Chapters(00:00) Intro(03:38) French Education System(06:28) Starting in Tokyo and Trading(10:35) Moving to United Kingdom and Sales(14:28) Learning on the Job(15:38) Joining Private Banking(18:30) Coming to Singapore(20:25) Returning to Tokyo(22:00) Key Leadership Qualities(24:00) How to Walk the Floor(27:10) Seeking Counsel(28:30) Intercrossing Wealth and Private Banking(31:40) Planning and Execution(34:39) In-House Training and Engagement(36:58) Challenges(40:04) Key Messages for Individual Investors(42:30) Asset Allocation(43:30) 3 Key Message for Career Journeys(46:46) Client Biases(50:20) Milestones and Projects(52:25) Non-Negotiable Behaviours(54:40) Performing at Optimal Level(58:11) Best Quarter(1:00:08) Key Strengths and Weaknesses(1:01:32) Taking Your Career to the Next Level(1:04:18) New Projects(1:05:20) Wave FoilingThe views and opinions expressed herein are solely those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company or organisation (or similar), its affiliates, subsidiaries, partners or its employees.
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