We Talk Careers – Détails, épisodes et analyse

On this episode of We Talk Careers, Kristine Delano and Nicole Gates dive deep into high-performing teams: balancing accountability with compassion. From the pendulum swing of pandemic-era empathy to the pitfalls of overcorrecting with cold, metric-driven leadership, they unpack the tension every leader must master. Expect personal stories, cautionary tales (yes, firing the entire sales team is a bad idea), and strategies for building trust while still demanding results.

So, this is the example of my accountability. After I published this episode, I noticed it was corrupted. I panicked. I deleted, but it may still be out there. Here’s the new one without the overlayed voices. My apologies. And on an episode of Accountability. Very on brand!

Thankfully, we also have compassion. After 30 years of friendship and through careers in high finance and government contracting, Kristine and Nicole debate and probe how to balance compassion and accountability.

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How do you build and sustain career momentum? Kristine Delano and Nicole Gates from SAIC share strategies for continuous growth and long-term success in this dynamic episode of We Talk Careers. They break down the factors that contribute to continuous professional growth, from skill development to networking, and share strategies for staying motivated even during plateaus.

Major Points at a Glance

* [00:01] Introduction – Understanding career momentum

* [06:15] Momentum drivers of professional growth

* [13:45] Overcoming plateaus and staying motivated

* [20:30] Personal stories of maintaining career acceleration

* [27:50] Final advice: sustaining long-term success

After 30 years of friendship and through careers in high finance and government contracting, Kristine and Nicole debate and probe how tension can improve our teams and our organizations.

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Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review! It helps us reach more listeners looking to grow in their careers.

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Change can often feel daunting when navigating career transitions, but it can also be the beginning of great opportunities. 

In this episode, Kristine Delano and Koel Ghosh talk about the importance of embracing change and discovering fulfilling paths beyond conventional definitions of success. 

Koel Ghosh is a Senior Growth Advisor at Eminence Strategy Consulting, specializing in reputation management. She is also leading the India Chapter for Women in ETFs, a global non-profit organization for the ETF industry. With over two decades of experience in finance, Koel has held key leadership positions, including former Head of South Asia at S&P Dow Jones Indices and Managing Director and CEO of Asia Index Private Limited, significantly advancing passive investing in India. Her comprehensive expertise in asset management spans various renowned financial institutions such as Thompson Reuters, UTI Asset Management, and IL&FS Asset Management Limited. A Chartered Accountant, she was recognized by the Association of International Wealth Management of India as one of the top 100 women in finance in 2019. In addition to her professional achievements, Koel enjoys painting with various mediums and has a passion for baking sweet treats.

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Koel’s Acknowledgements:

Alex Matturri

Douglas Peterson

Martina Cheung

Lakshmi Iyer

Ashish Chauhan

Have you ever felt the pressure to fit into a certain mold, only to realize that true success comes from embracing your authentic self? 

In this episode, we’re talking with Ramiro Higuera about how embracing openness and curiosity fuels authenticity in professional and personal environments. 

Ramiro Higuera is a Vice President and Regional Consultant for State Street Global Advisors SPDR, overseeing sales and relationships in the Western US for the Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) Channel. A 17-year industry veteran, he started at Vanguard, focusing on Ultra High Net Worth sales and helping launch the Robo-Advisor "Personal Advisor Services." He began his career in 2014 as an internal sales rep at Cole Capital and later became an external wholesaler at Northern Trust. Since moving to Bellevue, WA, Ramiro is active in community service, launching the Pacific chapter of Women in ETFs and serving on the board of CFA Society Seattle as Director of Educational Programming. He is also a board member for the Community Foundation of Snohomish County. An outdoor enthusiast, Ramiro enjoys running, hiking, kayaking, cycling, and golfing. He lives in Bellevue, WA with his wife and three children.

Kristine Delano guides the conversation on how authenticity can drive confidence and build genuine connections. 

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Transformative Mindset

Don't miss this one! Wow.

How can the 'Why me?' mindset be dangerous, and what is the transformative power of adopting a positive mindset?

In this episode we’re going off script with Shana Orczyk Sissel as she shares her intensely personal journey through the last year and how she has navigated it. 

Shana Orczyk Sissel, CEO of Banríon Capital Management, specializes in alternative investments, helping advisors navigate complex public and private opportunities. She served as a key advisor in launching Armada ETF Advisors and its Home Appreciation U.S. REIT ETF (HAUS). With over 20 years in the industry, Shana’s experience includes leading alternative investment platforms at Cope Corrales and managing a $500 million portfolio as CIO at Spotlight Asset Group. Her background also features roles at Orion Advisor Solutions, Ariel Investments, Fidelity Investments, Mercer Investments, Peak Financial Management, and Russell Investments. A sought after  on financial news networks, Shana holds a BS in Sport Management from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, an MBA from Bentley University, and the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) designation. Known as the "Queen of Alternatives," she is recognized for her expertise and leadership in the field and wears the “crown” with great pride.

Kristine Delano guides the conversation on helpful ways to manage personal struggles and support others through their difficult journeys.

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Where do you find your bravery when there isn’t an opportunity to prepare? 

In this episode we’re talking to Kelly Orr about preparing to be business brave and when to use that bravery to graciously decline. 

Kelly Orr is a sales executive in Vanguard Financial Advisor Services. She supports Vanguard’s Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) Division in Eastern Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine. Kelly’s 30-year career in financial services has included 12 years at Vanguard and 18 years at PIMCO as a Vice President/Advisor Consultant and National Account Manager. She earned a B.A. in Psychology and Spanish from Fairfield University. Kelly lives in the Seacoast town of Portsmouth, New Hampshire with her husband, Keith and two daughters, Jordan and Piper.

Kristine Delano guides the conversation on ways to practice being brave so when opportunity knocks, you’ll be prepared.

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How do you give yourself permission to change? What are the essential steps for building a successful foundation?

In this episode we’re talking to Camille Clemons about what it takes to “Make it Happen”.

Camille Clemons, a Market Leader at Cohen & Co, brings her expertise as a 20-plus year veteran of the investment industry, focusing on strategic growth for the firm’s nationally recognized team. ILiving in the northwest suburbs of Chicago where she grew up, Camille and her husband have two children and a golden retriever. Outside of family time, Camille loves to golf, paddleboard, cook and bike. Her most recent adventure includes completing a trek through the Joshua Tree National Park, where she spent three days riding 120 miles through the historic (and surprisingly steep) terrain.

Kristine Delano guides the conversation on what it means to be a student of your industry and embrace intellectual curiosity to explore and grow. 

This episode features a special cameo by Sherry Shindelar. Sherry is a Historical Romance author, whose most recent book, Texas Forsaken, released in May. 

Check out Sherry Shindelar’s book, Texas Forsaken.

Listen to Emily Meyer’s episode on Intellectual Curiosity.

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Have you ever wanted to step into something new in your career? Make a big change? Have you let fear hold you back?

In this episode we’re talking to Michelle Shanley about stepping into change and saying yes to fear.

As Global Head of Strategic and Key Accounts, Michelle Shanley leads a global team of senior account managers for MSCI. Prior to her current role, she served as Head of Americas Strategic Accounts and Asset Owner and Investment Consultant Coverage. Michelle joined MSCI in 2003, bringing over 10 years of institutional sales and trading experience; spanning Bank of America (Merrill Lynch), Citigroup, and Goldman Sachs. Michelle holds an MBA in Finance from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of New Hampshire. She sits on the U.S. board of Women in ETFS and is actively involved in Partners in Development (Haiti), a non-profit organization focused on helping impoverished communities attain independence and whole-life development. Michelle lives with her family in Maine on a beautiful pastoral property.

Kristine Delano guides the conversation about how to think practically about fear and when to say yes. 

This episode features a special cameo by Diane E. Samson. Diane is the author of the Young Adult Fantasy series, Gems of Fire. 

Check out Diane E. Samson’s Gems of Fire series.

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When do you seize the opportunity and make the move? What should you consider before you take the leap? How do you adjust to the changes that come? 

In this episode we’re talking to Lee Turner-Conn about what to consider when making a big career move.

Lee is Head of Americas for the Index Investments Group at FTSE Russell which is part of the London Stock Exchange. Lee has over 20 years’ experience in financial services. Lee holds a Bachelor of Science from Purdue University in Business Management with an emphasis on international studies. She currently lives in Montclair, New Jersey with her English husband Matt and 12 year old twins Fletcher and Clementine. There is also a miniature schnauzer named Winnie and a regal cat named Sir Duke.

Kristine Delano guides the conversation about how to make the move and navigate career transitions. 

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Show notes: Impact of Women in ETFs

Are you involved? Have you hesitated to lean into Women in ETFs or another professional organization? Our amazing guests articulate why you should act now.

Recently, Women in ETFs celebrated 10 years at our conference in NYC! While we were there, we captured the voices and opinions of our attendees. We heard from them about how they used their unique voices to network and what steps they took before the conference to assure success.  

Featured on this episode:

- Christine Berg, Managing Director, MSCI

- Brian O’Donnell, Co-Founder, BondBloxx

- Kristin Myers, Content and Editor-in-Chief, etf.com

- Jessica Zaloom, Head of Corporate Communications, WisdomTree

- Kristen Winther, Business Manager, TIFIN

- Perth Tolle, Founder, Life + Liberty Indexes

Kristine Delano guides the conversation about how the WE organization has made a difference in so many careers.   

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Visit www.womeninetfs.com to find additional support in the ETF industry. 

Go to www.kristinedelano.com for your Thrive Guide: a compilation of the most requested and insightful advice from our guests on Leadership and Advancement.