Mentorship Matters: How Guiding the Next Generation Elevates Your Own Career
When I think about the biggest turning points in my career, almost all of them involve people—those who gave me a shot, challenged me to think differently, or took the time to teach me something they didn’t have to. That’s the thing about mentorship: it’s not always formal, but it’s always powerful. Over the years, […]
Why Emotional Intelligence Is the New Superpower in Finance and Leadership
By Scott Barbrack The Missing Piece No One Talks About I’ve spent over three decades in the world of finance, specifically in the fast-paced arena of interest rate derivatives. In this space, precision matters, speed is critical, and strategy is everything. But over the years, I’ve come to realize that there’s one skill that often […]
Investing in Fashion: Risk, Reward, and the Intersection of Style and Finance
When people think of investing, they typically imagine Wall Street, stock markets, and high-frequency trading. But investing isn’t just about numbers and financial statements—it’s about spotting opportunities, understanding trends, and making strategic moves. That’s exactly why I was drawn to the fashion industry. Years ago, I invested in Pretty Green, a UK-based fashion brand founded […]
From Wall Street to the Kitchen: The Parallels Between Trading and Fine Dining
When people hear that I’ve spent decades in finance, specializing in interest rate derivatives, they assume my world revolves entirely around numbers, data, and market movements. And they’re not wrong—trading is a high-stakes game that requires strategy, precision, and quick thinking. But what often surprises people is my deep appreciation for fine dining and my […]
Navigating High-Stakes Markets: Lessons from Top Finance Leaders
When I first entered the finance world in 1988, the stakes were high, and the pace was relentless. Trading interest rate derivatives required laser focus, quick thinking, and the ability to handle massive amounts of pressure. Decades later, not much has changed—except the tools we use and the complexity of the markets. Along the way, […]
The Evolving Role of AI in Interest Rate Derivatives: Balancing Technology and Human Insight
Over the past three decades, I’ve seen the financial markets undergo significant transformations. When I first started in interest rate derivatives back in 1988, everything was fast-paced, yes, but it was still driven by human instincts, face-to-face deals, and years of market knowledge. Today, the landscape is different. Technology has become a game-changer, and artificial […]