College Experiences That Helped a Compliance Risk VP at a Large Bank Succeed
Karin, a VP of Compliance and Operational Risk at a large bank, emphasizes the importance of "gratitude," noting that even in challenging situations—"a bank that could be a trouble bank"—a positive attitude and flexibility are key. This approach allows one to find "a way out" and adapt to diverse work environments, whether at a struggling institution or a well-established one.
Executive/Leadership, Overcoming Challenges, Resilience, Stress Management, Workplace Challenges
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
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Job Functions
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Karin Lin
VP, Compliance and Operational Risk
Large Bank
UC Berkeley, 2005
UCLA - Anderson School of Business / MBA
Political Science, American Studies
Finance (Banking, Fintech, Investing)
Finance
Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, Immigrant, Worked 20+ Hours in School, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Maintaining a positive attitude and practicing gratitude can help overcome challenges in a demanding career.
2. Flexibility and adaptability are crucial for navigating diverse work environments and challenges within the banking industry.
3. Even in challenging situations (such as working at a bank with high-risk practices), focusing on the efforts of others and finding hope can be a source of strength and motivation.
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
The one lesson I've learned is to be appreciative and have a lot of gratitude. Sometimes, when the job is difficult, especially if you're at a bank that needs a lot of help with high-risk practices, you come in thinking you need to fix things.
The people you're working with are trying their best, but there might be other challenges and hurdles in place. At the end of the day, I tell myself I have to be really grateful for what's already available.
Every job will have different challenges. In a troubled bank, if people are trying their best, there's hope. If you're at a strong bank that seems to care about risk, that's a different set of challenges.
But you're at a strong bank with a lot of structure, so you can work with that. Being flexible and knowing there's always a way out, and just being thankful for the environment you're in, is important.