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Harnessing the Power of Storytelling in Banking

Harnessing the Power of Storytelling in Banking

Episode 60 · · 14:38

We, humans, are inherently drawn to stories as a medium for learning and accessing information. But many bankers erroneously think that they don't have any good stories to tell, ther...

The Value of Broad Experience in Business: Generalists vs. Specialists

The Value of Broad Experience in Business: Generalists vs. Specialists

Episode 59 · · 10:29

Having diverse experiences can often lead to better problem-solving and innovation compared to hyper-specialization. In the book Range, there is a cognitive psychological problem tha...

Sync or Sink: The Importance of Data Consistency in Virtual and Physical Services

Sync or Sink: The Importance of Data Consistency in Virtual and Physical Services

Episode 58 · · 07:03

Your business’ virtual and physical services must be aligned. The frustration caused by the mismatch in data synchronization between these two is huge and should not happen in this d...

Banking with Heart: Emotional Intelligence in Financial Decisions

Banking with Heart: Emotional Intelligence in Financial Decisions

Episode 57 · · 11:01

We often make decisions using our emotions, but financial decisions are more likely to be better and more useful if we make them by using our heads. Behavioral science and storytelli...

Revolutionizing Customer Onboarding: Embracing Digital Transformation in Banking

Revolutionizing Customer Onboarding: Embracing Digital Transformation in Banking

Episode 56 · · 10:35

Why banks can’t get out of the habit of not using the out-of-branch tools available when they are doing business in the branch? Why is that so hard? Why banks don't value the virtual...

Steal the Playbook of Neobanks

Steal the Playbook of Neobanks

Episode 55 · · 10:16

In episode 55 we talked about the Neobank phenomenon. Are they taking away younger customers away from the traditional financial institutions? What if traditional financial instituti...

Too Much Routine Suffocates Your Brain

Too Much Routine Suffocates Your Brain

Episode 54 · · 10:42

 We all love routine, but guess what? It’s a disaster for our brains!In this episode, David explores how excessive routine can stifle creativity and problem-solving skills, particula...

Trouble Ahead for Neobanks?

Trouble Ahead for Neobanks?

Episode 53 · · 10:47

In the ever-evolving landscape of banking, a clash of titans is underway, pitting traditional community banks against the innovative disruptors known as Neobanks.Community banks must...

Marketing’s Role in Data Analytics

Marketing’s Role in Data Analytics

Episode 52 · · 09:36

Marketing is an essential part of every organization. Statistics could be more positive when it comes to bank marketing. Bank marketers have a hard job and need accurate targeted dat...

You Don’t Have Big Data…But The Data You Have Is Really Valuable!

You Don’t Have Big Data…But The Data You Have Is Really Valuable!

Episode 51 · · 13:43

 Big data centers are getting more and more popular, and it's expected for institutions to use them. Are they necessary for banks? David shares his view on this actual topic. There i...

Bankers Must Overcome the Fear of Failure

Bankers Must Overcome the Fear of Failure

Episode 50 · · 07:26

Where failure is discouraged, much less rewarded, why would anyone stick their neck out on the line, bringing a creative idea? Innovation occurs when failure is an option.Challenging...

Faster Payment Fraud and the Elephant in the Room

Faster Payment Fraud and the Elephant in the Room

Episode 49 · · 07:56

 In the world of faster payments, fraud is a hot topic. But is it the technology's fault? Not really. Fraud can happen with any payment method. It's about individuals making mistakes...

Who Owns the Virtual Branch – Part 2

Who Owns the Virtual Branch – Part 2

Episode 48 · · 06:23

 Having the right leadership in place for your digital channels is extremely important. If you want your branch to have long-lasting success, it's time to find leaders who will bring...

Where is the Virtual Branch located on your General Ledger?

Where is the Virtual Branch located on your General Ledger?

Episode 47 · · 16:01

Setting up proper accounting for your virtual branch is crucial for future success. The value of your online presence must be clear and concise in order to foster the support and fun...

Lessons from GSBC – Whatever We Do, We Can’t Be Creepy!

Lessons from GSBC – Whatever We Do, We Can’t Be Creepy!

Episode 46 · · 19:54

You can elevate your level of service with the way you use data mining. Targeting customers with suggestions and recommendations based on mined data needs to be done paternalisticall...

Where Will You Get Innovative Ideas

Where Will You Get Innovative Ideas

Episode 45 · · 13:23

The SWOT analysis tool is an excellent way for your business to take advantage of opportunities. It's critical to regularly assess your business in order to be competitive in your ma...

44. What is Your Box?

44. What is Your Box?

Episode 44 · · 12:46

To think outside the box, you have to know what the box is. Change your perspective on what the main focus of your business is, and start to think outside the industry norms. When yo...

43. What Does “Think Outside the Box” Mean?

43. What Does “Think Outside the Box” Mean?

Episode 43 · · 12:06

Thinking outside the box is essential for cultivating innovation in the workplace, and sometimes the craziest ideas can lead to the best results. When we can escape the limitations t...

42. What Should Your Innovative Focus Be? Let’s Start with OD Fees

42. What Should Your Innovative Focus Be? Let’s Start with OD Fees

Episode 42 · · 14:34

 Once your business is committed to innovation, the next step is focusing on the problems that require innovative solutions. This should involve picking a trending or pertinent probl...

41. Achieving the Innovation Mindset

41. Achieving the Innovation Mindset

Episode 41 · · 19:40

 Implementing an innovation mindset into your business is crucial for its future success. Building the foundation for this may be a harrowing task, but the steps in this quick start ...