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Kudos Mike Regnier, It's fantastic to see a CEO advocating for an equitable experience for everyone. 👏 In so many organizations it seems when it comes to #workingremote, the rules apply differently for Executives. Or, we see heads of organizations touting remote working & flexibility as an option, only to have midline managers undermine the decision for their teams. And the worse offenders, offering it to your employees, but allowing clients to dictate differently. If we're offering it as an option, let's be consistent. Of course one size doesn't fit all, mandates are a bad idea, there will be variances depending on role, but let's ensure we're doing everything we can to create options. #flexibleworking ##employeeexperience #futureofwork

What an inspiring article! Balancing family and career can be challenging, but it's truly uplifting to see an organisation that values and recognises the importance of personal life over presenteeism. #ConnectingPeoplewithPurpose #inclusion #LRCareers #worklifebalance

Ever wondered how managing banking needs for your elderly parents can impact your daily life? Well, you're not alone! Today, I had an incredibly insightful meeting with Melanie Spratt and Mike Gorman from Barclays UK in Skipton. We focused on the challenges faced by the 2.4 million people in the UK who are caring for their parents, especially those who are taking charge of their parents' banking needs. These challenges are many and complex: - Enacting power of attorney - Handling family budgeting - Considering the costs of care We also emphasised the urgent need for practical and emotional support for those taking on their parents' banking responsibilities. The responsibilities can feel overwhelming, making it crucial to ensure they receive the support they need. Additionally, we explored how caring for ageing parents impacts the workforce, both at Barclays UK and across all employers. With 1 in 7 people in the UK balancing work and caring, the impact on their professional and personal lives is profound. Recognising these challenges and providing robust support to colleagues is vital to ensure they thrive with the resources and flexibility they deserve. I'm truly inspired by our discussion and thrilled about the opportunities to collaborate and support the sandwich generation with Barclays UK and beyond. Excited for the journey ahead! For more information about how I can work with your organisation to support colleagues who are caring, visit - https://shorturl.at/7mkz9 #CaringForParents #SandwichGeneration #BankingSupport #Barclays #CarersUK ======================================================== I'm Sherry King, Director of Sherry King's Sandwich Generation Support. I work with employers to raise awareness about the impact of caring on employees and organisations. This includes running workshops, conducting 360 reviews for organisations, and providing one-on-one or group coaching. I also work with individuals who are looking after their parents to provide emotional and practical support through coaching, and support families to find a care home.

Ever wondered how managing banking needs for your elderly parents can impact your daily life? Well, you're not alone! Today, I had an incredibly insightful meeting with Melanie Spratt and Mike Gorman from Barclays UK in Skipton. We focused on the challenges faced by the 2.4 million people in the UK who are caring for their parents, especially those who are taking charge of their parents' banking needs. These challenges are many and complex: - Enacting power of attorney - Handling family budgeting - Considering the costs of care We also emphasised the urgent need for practical and emotional support for those taking on their parents' banking responsibilities. The responsibilities can feel overwhelming, making it crucial to ensure they receive the support they need. Additionally, we explored how caring for ageing parents impacts the workforce, both at Barclays UK and across all employers. With 1 in 7 people in the UK balancing work and caring, the impact on their professional and personal lives is profound. Recognising these challenges and providing robust support to colleagues is vital to ensure they thrive with the resources and flexibility they deserve. I'm truly inspired by our discussion and thrilled about the opportunities to collaborate and support the sandwich generation with Barclays UK and beyond. Excited for the journey ahead! For more information about how I can work with your organisation to support colleagues who are caring, visit - https://shorturl.at/7mkz9 #CaringForParents #SandwichGeneration #BankingSupport #Barclays #CarersUK ======================================================== I'm Sherry King from Sherry King's Sandwich Generation Support. I work with employers to raise awareness about the impact of caring on employees and organisations. This includes running workshops, conducting 360 reviews for organisations, and providing one-on-one or group coaching. I also work with individuals who are looking after their parents to provide emotional and practical support through coaching, and support families to find a care home.

Slower expansions in new business and output growth is restricted according to NatWest Group https://lnkd.in/gSAUe2Z #birminghambusiness #interestrates #tracker #growth

A really great company to keep an eye on - Reset. Although there are many earned wage access solutions on the market, they often come at a high price. Reset is fundamentally shifting the EWA business model so that it doesn't penalize those who need liquidity most. I also love the idea of earned wage access (or near-real-time wage access) becoming popularized across all demographics. After all, who doesn't love payday? My sister and I send funny memes and GIFs to each other on payday and I'd love for this to happen every single day. 😁 #fintechnews #founderstowatch #fintech #reset #financetips #financialhealth https://lnkd.in/eb_73_5X

Continuing the Women in the Spotlight series, DJ Muñiz (DJ), Retail Region Manager, was interviewed by Jennifer Kassel, PHR, SHRM-CP, CPCC, ACC (JK). DJ oversees 67 branches & began her career in banking to establish work-life balance and achieve tangible growth. Her approach involves building relationships, coaching employees, & prioritizing customer experience. DJ empowers women in finance through mentorship & professional development & encourages others to be role models. Hi DJ, what’s your current role at the Bank? – JK Region Manager. Originally for the central coast and took on northern region. I have the privilege of leading somewhere around 67 branches with my main focus on production and annual goals and targets and managing Area Managers. – DJ What inspired you to pursue a career in banking? – JK I was looking for a job with an opportunity to work outside of the home after being a stay-at-home mother. I started working part time in a branch in King City. I loved that I was able to still care for my family and begin working again. I really wanted to be able to do both and banking gave me that opportunity. I eventually added more and more hours as I was able to and eventually became Branch Manager. – DJ In what ways do you strive to empower and support other women in the field of finance? – JK Through mentorship and encouraging women to seek mentors in addition to encouraging networking and women to build professional networks and support in the industry. I also encourage work-life balance and women to seek opportunities that support that. We don’t celebrate exhaustion on my team. I believe in investing and supporting training and the professional development of women. Can you share a particularly memorable or rewarding experience you've had while working at Mechanics Bank? – JK For me, it’s an accumulation of the people I’ve gotten to work with, mentors I’ve had, the lessons I’ve learned that will last well beyond this actual job. That’s what is meaningful. It’s also what I want to do for others. It’s interesting to think of the lasting impressions you make, that you may not even realize along the way. We all have the ability to make that lasting positive impact. What advice would you give to young women who are aspiring to succeed in the banking industry? – JK Choose a career path that aligns with their strengths and aspirations. If you choose a career that works for you, you’ll be successful. Make a difference and positive impact on team members and individuals you meet along the way. As you grow personally, you will have opportunities to grow in your career. It will offer a stable, lucrative career as you grow. Stay up to date with technology and embrace the ever evolving and exciting industry. The ability to help individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals, because that’s what’s fulfilling. Inspire other women and understand that you are a role model to other women that are watching. Mechanics Bank Member FDIC.

Paul Thwaite has been appointed by the Board of NatWest Group as CEO 👏 👨💻 Paul Thwaite, NatWest Group CEO said: “I want to thank the Board for their support and the opportunity they have given me. It’s an honour to lead what, I believe, is a great business, which plays a vital role in the lives of the 19 million customers we serve. With that, comes a great sense of responsibility to succeed for our customers, colleagues, and shareholders. Our customers’ needs and expectations are changing at pace, as they engage with emerging technology, adapt to new social trends, and build ever more resilience to a fast-evolving world. I believe that NatWest, with its heritage, leading customer businesses, deep regional connections and financial strength, can be a trusted partner to customers during a period of change. It is an exciting time for our sector and our bank. I am confident we can shape the future of NatWest to deliver its full potential.” Find out more on the link below! 👇 Katie Murray Eoin O'Connell Kate Phillips Jürgen Pulm Wendy RedshawKen Johnstone James Hodgson Victoria Cleverley Mark Brant Angela Byrne Matt Camichel Scott Marcar Rob Taylor Siobhan Boylan Zachery Anderson Margaret Jobling Stephanie Melrose Lucy Chislett #natwest #ceo #chiefexecutiveofficer #bankingnews #financialservices #emergingtechnology #fintech #bankingindustry #natwestgroup #businessbanking #consumerbanking

I enjoyed my recent conversation with Elliot Wilson from Euromoney. We spoke at length about the Citi Global Wealth at Work value proposition, financial wellness in the workplace, opportunities for continued growth and expansion and much more. Elliot asks, "What makes Citi Global Wealth at Work special?" and the answer is our team. Our people have always been our competitive advantage and remain steadfastly committed to going above and beyond for our clients.   Check out the full article to learn how Citi Global Wealth at Work delivers unwavering support to our clients across the world.   #wealthatwork #euromoney #citi