#34: The Lord Mayor of London William Russell

Lord Mayor of London William Russell - Tradition & Modernisation Now the 692nd Lord Mayor, began as an Investment Banker in Merrill Lynch (equity sales). There Jack Gibbs inspired him in a laid back way & the late John Owen. Cajoling rather the forcing people in the way you lead them.

Father died when William was 1 & Mother was an inspiration as he grew up - values focus on giving back. In one year his mother raised £365k for charity. Nice mix of history & technology- 5 of his family have been Lord Mayors. Educated at Eton college - now champions FinTech & UK FS globally.

Sometimes stressed & competitive but William never looses his temper.

Learning from mistake - admitted he made many & some investment mistakes.

His wife Hillary met him at Durham university & she is a wise advisor and council to him. Always have some one you can bounce ideas off - who will be honest with you.

Tips - always remember please & thank yous - be polite and bring out the best in people. Sir Anthony Seldon focussed years ago on health & wellbeing - its critical

If you are asked to any event - always go - you never who you might meet. It could change your life & certainly someone else’s life.

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