#52. Quinntessential Questions with Sameer Deshpande: Banker By Profession, Investor By Choice
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In this episode of The Quinntessential Questions Podcast, Paul Quinn sits down with Sameer Deshpande, a seasoned banker with over three decades of experience across India, Australia, and Singapore. From his early days navigating market cycles to leading global investment teams, Sameer shares candid insights on what it really takes to build a long, fulfilling career in banking and finance. He discusses the fine balance between ambition and contentment, the importance of humility, integrity, and adaptability, and why staying curious is key to thriving in a fast-changing financial world. Whether you’re a young professional entering the industry or a seasoned leader seeking renewed perspective, this conversation offers invaluable lessons on career development, leadership, and personal growth drawn from Sameer’s journey as a “banker by profession, investor by choice.”
Guest Bio
Sameer Deshpande is a seasoned banking leader with over two decades of experience across retail and private banking, wealth management, and investments. He is currently the Head of Wealth Management for a major bank, and he leads their growth strategy across Singapore and Asia.
Minutes
(00:45) Banker by Profession, Investor by Choice
(03:45) Life & Work Across India, Australia & Singapore
(06:48) Growing Up in India
(10:21) Early Career Lessons in Banking
(13:30) Building Confidence Abroad
(15:35) Self-Help & Positive Mindset
(18:36) Managing Pressure in Finance
(21:50) Engagement in Private Banking
(25:17) Key Learnings & Mentors (27:25) Transformation in Wealth Management
(32:59) Common Sense Isn’t Common
(34:20) Milestone Career Turning Points
(36:09) Leadership & People Management
(38:20) Authenticity in Leadership
(40:15) Vertical vs Horizontal Growth
(43:16) High-Performance Sales Teams
(46:23) Continuous Learning & Upskilling
(50:01) Mindset, Habits & Discipline
(51:56) Advice for Young Bankers (54:45) The Power of People Skills (57:46) Balancing Ambition & Contentment
(01:00:20) Loyalty & Longevity in Banking
(01:03:40) Redefining Success (01:04:46) Rapid-Fire Q&A with Sameer Deshpande Behind-The-Scenes
