Ten things I learnt while on the Class Of programme

• Innovative ideas are essential but it’s their effective implementation that ultimately counts
• People are the single most valuable asset in any human capital business
• Numeracy and commercial awareness are key to building a career in finance
• Passion, tenacity and taking ownership of your work are key to building an exceptional career at RMB
• All transactions require a team spirit and a diversity of skills – build strong relationships both internal and external
• Make sure you get the details right, but beware of over-engineering the process
• IQ may help you identify and frame the problem, but EQ will ultimately help you solve it
• Back your ideas and believe in your own products, and clients will too
• Celebrate small victories – these often lead to bigger things
• Inaction is the worst decision – don’t be afraid to try (and have a sense of urgency as great opportunities can disappear quickly)