#2. Quinntessential Questions with Mustafa Jaffar: Skills-based Careers: The Next Frontier

"The Quinntessential Questions Podcast": Paul Quinn, renowned Headhunter and Career Coach, and CEO of Westport Partners, talks to Mustafa Jaffar, a senior global HR Executive at Standard Chartered, about his career, and the key human skills he recommends building to stay relevant in these uncertain times.

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Guest Bios

Mustafa is the Global Head of Talent, Learning and Resourcing for Standard Chartered Bank, and also the Global Head of HR for Consumer, Private and Business Banking (WRB).

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Minutes

00:00 – Intro 
01:52 – Current Role & Responsibilities 
04:06 – A Bit of Banter 
07:37 – Adaptability 
12:18 – Privilege 
15:20 – Serendipity 
22:34 – Grit 
29:06 – Inspirational Leadership 
36:35 – Promotions 
42:20 – Teamwork 
48:18 – Critical Thinking vs Conceptual Thinking 
51:31 – Humility 
58:33 – Growth Mindset & Learning 
1:02:53 – Communication 
1:07:03 – Resilience 
1:09:06 – Why Take A Skills-Based View 
1:12:24 – Resilience 
1:14:54 – Leadership Styles

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