Building Barclays Private Bank from Scratch in Asia| Evonne Tan | Quinntessential Questions #57

In this episode of The Quinntessential Questions Podcast, Paul Quinn sits down with Evonne Tan, Head of Private Bank at Barclays Private Bank Singapore. From navigating multiple career pivots across industries to becoming employee number one in building a private bank from scratch at age 50, Evonne shares her fearless transformation journey and her philosophy that shapes every decision she makes.She discusses overcoming imposter syndrome, embracing career pivots, building from scratch, and why she believes your 50s are the "golden age" for making impact. Evonne also opens up about being asked "what if you fail after two years?" during her interview and shares powerful lessons about building confidence through surmounting challenges, the importance of lifelong learning for bankers, and creating genuine client relationships.Whether you're considering a career pivot, building something from the ground up, or wondering if it's "too late" to take on ambitious challenges, this conversation offers hard-won wisdom on fearless leadership, self-awareness, and living life forwards. Let's explore what's "Inside the mind of a Trailblazing Private Banking Leader".WATCH OUR OTHER PODCASTS: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjbRIxrGYDGUA9niiF7U0IOMXBMeDf81bEVONNE TANLinkedIn: https://sg.linkedin.com/in/evonne-tan-27a8663bLISTEN ON SPOTIFY & APPLE Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5x98T8QSRo01reQOGVGavq Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-quinntesssential-questions-podcast-with-paul-quinn/id1764230785FOLLOW PAUL QUINN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quinntaipan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-quinn-wp1/FOLLOW OUR SOCIALS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quinntessential_questions/ Website: https://www.quinntessentialquestions.com/CAREER COACHINGWebsite: https://quinntessentialca.com LinkedIn: 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/TIMESTAMPS: (01:52) Introduction (02:25) Leadership & Imposter Syndrome (04:17) Advocating for Yourself (06:18) Joining Barclays Private Bank at 50(09:07) Decision Making Process & Support System(11:28) Past Aspirations (12:30) Evolution & Change of Mentality (15:30) Building a Diverse & Inclusive Team(17:32) Studying Sociology & Geography (23:02) Working Hong Kong (27:15) FX Sales Background (30:59) Key Pivotal Moments(34:15) Entering Private Banking (38:24) Building the Barclays Private Bank Franchise(43:09) Creating Impact (46:10) Hiring the Right Talent (48:52) Entrepreneurial Journey (54:33) Visibility & Influence (57:05) Self Development (58:47) Leadership Culture Within Barclays (01:02:20) Non Negotiable Values (01:04:05) Rapid Fire QuestionsDisclaimer: The 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, its affiliates, subsidiaries, partners, or employees.#PrivateBanking #WomenInLeadership #CareerPivots #LeadershipDevelopment #BankingIndustry #WealthManagement #UltraHighNetWorth #FinancialServices #CareerTransformation #Entrepreneurship