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Resilience, Risk-Taking, and Leadership in Finance: A Conversation with Cynthia Steer
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In this episode, host Asha Mehta, CFA, chats with Cynthia Steer, a legendary figure in investment management known for her trailblazing career. Cynthia shares her foundational experiences, such as attending a two-room schoolhouse and playing baseball against playground rules, which shaped her resilience and courage. She discusses her career challenges, her approach to not listening to naysayers, and always finding support. The conversation covers current industry trends including the growth of OCIOs, higher interest rates, policy benchmark reassessment, and the integration of crypto into portfolios. Cynthia emphasizes the importance of governance, leadership, and the human element in a technology-driven world. She offers advice for career growth, stressing the need for risk-taking, intuition development, and lifelong learning. The episode concludes with a call to action for investors to communicate effectively and think provocatively.
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