19JULY 2024making them well-equipped to adapt to new landscapes and concepts.Building a great team is crucial. By articulating the organization's purpose, vision, values, and non-negotiable, leaders create an environment where individuals choose whether they align with the team or self-isolate. Those who join become leaders. Becoming a great legacy leader and a smart decision-maker takes time and discipline. Embrace learning, ask questions, listen, and be unafraid to make mistakes, as long as you learn from them quickly. Decisiveness is essential; a prompt bad decision is often better than indecision. Empower your team, embrace their ideas, educate them, and empathize with them. Eulogize, celebrate their success, and acknowledge their contributions.Avoid getting caught up in trivial matters and distractions. Instead, focus on tasks that have a significant business outcome. Assess the risks and potential outcomes, considering alternative approaches when necessary. Accept that an acceptable level of risk always exists, and balance governance accordingly.Lastly, be yourself. Authenticity is key in leadership. By embodying these principles, continuously developing yourself, and leading with integrity, you can become the leader your team needs.These are my thoughts and perspectives on leadership and business principles. I believe in the importance of people and their impact on businesses. I must re-emphasize the value of being a great people leader, surrounding oneself with a strong team, and embracing innovation and continuous learning.It is important to make decisions, even if they turn out to be wrong, and learning from those experiences. Being decisive and adaptable is essential in a rapidly changing business landscape. Additionally, you must focus on tasks and initiatives that have a meaningful impact on the business and consider the acceptable level of risk.Be true to yourselves, continually develop your leadership skills, and prioritize what truly matters for your teams and organizations.Stay focused, be adaptable, and strive for continuous improvement as a leader. Becoming a great legacy leader and a smart decision-maker takes time and disciplineQuick BytesEquity Capital Markets (ECMs) and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) dominate revenue in APAC investment banking, with Debt Capital Markets and restructuring activities also playing substantial roles.
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