Ronen Brainin’s Post

Dear Hiring Manager, Let's retire robotic interviews: Candidates are tired of the same old routine questions that reveal nothing about their true potential. Let's ditch the scripted checklist and instead ask questions that truly matter: their values, their creativity, their resilience. The script wont tell you the candidate's character, their ability to adapt, or their potential to thrive when faced with challenges. Your boss is not looking for how well a candidate can rehearse answers. Bring back real conversations that uncover authentic insights not rehearsed scripts. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Share this post with your network. And Follow me for more content like this. AML | Fraud | Compliance | Internal Audit | Oversight Testing | Loss Prevention | Banking Jobs | Open To Work | Customer Service | Financial Services Representative | Personal Banker | FSR

Just because company 1 said no doesn't mean company 2 wont say YES. Simply put, one company's loss is another's gain: You are NOT the problem, and your value will continue to increase. The problem: -internal hiring -hiring freeze -position reevaluation -budget constraints -business priorities changed (NOT you) Keep your head up. Believe me when I say: your time is coming! Mute ALL the noise and keep pushing forward; I know how this ends: "We are pleased to extend an offer for..." Nothing can stop a person determined to create a better life for themselves and their family. The right opportunity will present itself when you consistently show up. Keep showing up. Don't stop. ------------------------------------ ♻️ Share this with your network. 👋 And Follow me for more content like this. 🎯My name is Ronen, AML Oversight Testing Leader turned career coach; my goal is to help you navigate banking roles with confidence and a new sense of purpose. AML | Fraud | Compliance | Internal Audit | Oversight Testing | Loss Prevention | Banking Jobs | Open To Work | Customer Service | Financial Services Representative | Personal Banker | FSR | Private Banking

Your hiring process is a mirror into your company culture. Streamlined hiring is underrated: Just one interview and an offer letter. That is all it takes. Why? Outside of perception and losing A+ talent: - save your HR team time. - save your HM and other team members time in preparing for and conducting countless interviews. - save money associated with endless candidates taking assessment tests. - save on productivity loss due to roles staying open. - save your other employees from burnout by picking up the workload for the open role. AND most of all save candidates from wasting time and missed opportunties. ------------------------------------ ♻️ Share this with your network. 👋 And Follow me for more content like this. 🎯My name is Ronen, AML Oversight Testing Leader turned career coach; my goal is to help you navigate banking roles with confidence and a new sense of purpose. AML | Fraud | Compliance | Internal Audit | Oversight Testing | Loss Prevention | Banking Jobs | Open To Work | Customer Service | Financial Services Representative | Personal Banker | FSR | Private Banking

To everyone searching for roles today, keep going. In the world of work, not everyone is in the spotlight. Not everyone has a network full of endorsements. While others may be on the shortlist, there are those of you grinding away, building your skills, and making a difference behind the scenes. Forget about the flashy job titles and office perks. You are the real superheroes of the workforce. You may not wear a cape, but every day you show up, give your best, and strive to build something better. No one may see your late nights or the extra mile you go to deliver results. No one hears your story during the endless job search, the rejections, or the small wins that keep you going. You won't always be on the front page or giving talks at a conferences. But remember, it's not about recognition or the number of followers you have. It's about your dedication and the quiet strength you show in the face of challenges. You don't do what you do for fame. You do it because you believe in your journey, in your growth, and in the impact you can make. This is what makes you special. ------------------------------------ ♻️ Share this with your network. 👋 And Follow me for more content like this. 🎯My name is Ronen, AML Oversight Testing Leader turned career coach & financial crimes partner; my goal is to help you navigate banking roles with confidence and a new sense of purpose. AML | Fraud | Compliance | Internal Audit | Oversight Testing | Loss Prevention | Banking Jobs | Open To Work | Customer Service | Financial Services Representative | Personal Banker | FSR | Private Banking

Today's interview room isn't ready for the superstars about to own it! While others are stressing; → They've refined their pitch. → They've researched the company inside and out. → They've planned how to stand out. No one sees the quiet confidence; → The hours of practice interview sessions. → The days of mental preparation. → The impact they're ready to make. The countless affirmations to stay locked in: → While people doubt, you stay focused. → While people overthink, you own it. → While others fear, you capitalize. The best offers come to those who are ready for the moment... They aren't coming to interview. They are coming to command the room. The interview room doesn't stand a chance. 😤 ------------------------------------ ♻️ Share this with your network. 👋 And Follow me for more content like this. 🎯My name is Ronen, AML Oversight Testing Leader turned career coach; my goal is to help you navigate banking roles with confidence and a new sense of purpose. AML | Fraud | Compliance | Internal Audit | Oversight Testing | Loss Prevention | Banking Jobs | Open To Work | Customer Service | Financial Services Representative | Personal Banker | FSR | Private Banking

Hiring managers, your market is speaking to you: stop and hear them: We all started in this world with no degrees, no certificates, no fancy clothes, no network. All we had were our dreams and hopes for a better tomorrow: The power of this world always works in circles, and we need to recognize this and support our professionals looking for a better tomorrow. So hear this: -your candidate's promotion is not contingent on the # of years in their role. -your candidate's age is irrelevant to their potential. -your candidate's experience outside of your local market and geography is an asset to their application. Give them a chance for a better tomorrow. no more excuses. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Share this with your network. And Follow me for more content like this. AML | Fraud | Compliance | Internal Audit | Oversight Testing | Loss Prevention | Banking Jobs | Open To Work | Customer Service | Financial Services Representative | Personal Banker | FSR

Manager: Hi *name*, can you please join me in meeting room 12A after you settle in today? Employee: Of course. Manager: I am going to have to write you up for.... Employee: Sorry... ***Dear Manager, have you considered what would happen if the roles were reversed in this scenario? Outdated business practices in 2024 seem out of touch; they no longer align with your organizational values. Treating peers as if they were children feels awkward and wrong. I imagine that when you mention "write-up," it brings back memories of that "bad boss" from high school who always seemed to target the team unfairly. Trust your employees; let them prove themselves through results, not through schedule adherence (we understand that some roles are tied to strict start and finish times). Instead of enforcing your power, how about asking the right questions, understanding the root cause of late starts or finishes? Seek to provide solutions by accommodating their schedules or providing links and resources for family and care support. Kindness is underrated, empathy is free, and your title has people in front of it before manager.*** Respectfully, Every employee striving to excel, support their team, provide for their families, and advance their career. P.S. fear goes nowhere, intimidation goes nowhere: prioritize support over authority, empowerment starts with understanding. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Share this post with your network. And follow me for more content like this. AML | Fraud | Compliance | Internal Audit | Oversight Testing | Loss Prevention | Banking Jobs | Open To Work | Customer Service | Financial Services Representative | Personal Banker | FSR

Dear Hiring Managers, Here are the top 3 reasons to take the time to truly understand the candidates showing up in your interviews. 1. People Are Not Paper Resumes Only: 👉 Resumes only tell part of the story. The person behind it has skills and life experience that aren't listed but are highly relevant. 2. Unique Perspectives: 👉 Every Candidate brings unique experiences to the table. Getting to know the person behind the paper can introduce new ideas and approaches to your team. --> Bonus Points: If you take the ideas to fruition and hire the person who gave them to you <-- 3. Soft Skills Matter: 👉 Qualities like communication, empathy, and teamwork are drivers for success. Don't sleep on this. ------------------------------------ ♻️ Share this with your network. 👋 And Follow me for more content like this. 🎯My name is Ronen, AML Oversight Testing Leader turned career coach; my goal is to help you navigate banking roles with confidence and a new sense of purpose. AML | Fraud | Compliance | Internal Audit | Oversight Testing | Loss Prevention | Banking Jobs | Open To Work | Customer Service | Financial Services Representative | Personal Banker | FSR | Private Banking

Dear Companies, What if we substituted the 100 question personality assessment for insightful questions during the interview process? What if we relied less on AI and more on the hiring manager to make the right decision? What if we continued to train our hiring managers on diversity, equity, and inclusion? Companies: Let the humans hire us and run the AI, not the AI hire us and run the humans. Respectfully, The authentic candidate competing against AI. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Share this post with your network. And Follow me for more content like this. AML | Fraud | Compliance | Internal Audit | Oversight Testing | Loss Prevention | Banking Jobs | Open To Work | Customer Service | Financial Services Representative | Personal Banker | FSR

Employee: Can I grab a coffee now? Manager: We need to get this done first. Employee: Here is the doctor’s note you requested from last week. Manager: Thank you. Employee: Can I leave at 3pm today? I need to pick up my kids because they are... Manager: You are scheduled from 9-5pm today. ***Dear Manager, Senior Manager, and Director, I'm not exactly sure who needs to hear this feedback first ---> but habits are built from the top down. Regardless of titles, we all show up to work as equals. Trust us to deliver results, rather than hyper-focusing on the clock. Otherwise, there's a risk of losing us to a company that will. Let's not allow a few bad apples who abuse time to be the reputation of the team. Let's manage those situations accordingly and continue to build trust.*** P.S. - To the managers overseeing call center teams, consider stepping in to cover the phones for a direct report who needs to pick up their kids at 3 pm. Respectfully, The people behind the titles driving daily impact. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Share this post with your network. And follow me for more content like this. AML | Fraud | Compliance | Internal Audit | Oversight Testing | Loss Prevention | Banking Jobs | Open To Work | Customer Service | Financial Services Representative | Personal Banker | FSR