Ep. 1 Rocket-powered Culture: the secret behind our driving force
Nov 2, 2023
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Antoine Le Nel, Partner and VP of Growth at Revolut, shares his journey from gaming to fintech. He delves into what sets Revolut apart, discussing its user-centric super app and innovative culture. Antoine emphasizes the importance of execution over strategy for entrepreneurs and how the company’s core values like 'Never Settle' shape its dynamic environment. He also highlights the mission to 'Deliver Wow' to customers and the flexible work culture that supports personal and professional growth.
Revolut's innovative approach combines a user-focused 'super app' model with agile decision-making to disrupt traditional banking services.
The company's strong core values promote a dynamic culture of ambition and employee engagement, crucial for driving growth and innovation.
Deep dives
Disruption of Traditional Finance
Revolut emerged as a response to the stagnation in innovation within traditional financial institutions, aiming to disrupt the industry fundamentally. The company prioritizes user experience, making banking services more accessible and efficient through its 'super app' model, which consolidates various financial services in one platform. By operating globally in over 40 countries, Revolut distinguishes itself as a flexible and mobile solution for users, allowing them to access their financial products anywhere. With over 30 million customers and an impressive growth trajectory in just eight years, Revolut has established itself as a significant player in the fintech space.
Focus on Execution and Talent
The emphasis on execution over extensive planning is a cornerstone of Revolut's approach, encouraging agile decision-making and rapid development. Antoine Lendel stresses the need for startups to move quickly and not get bogged down by overthinking, which often hinders progress. Additionally, attracting and retaining top talent is essential for maintaining growth and innovation, with the company providing an environment where employees can contribute ideas regardless of their level. This dynamic and entrepreneurial culture not only fuels the company's ambitions but also fosters personal growth among team members.
Core Values Shaping Company Culture
Revolut's five core values—Dream Team, Get It Done, Deliver Wow, Think Deeper, and Never Settle—are deeply integrated into its operations and employee assessments. These values encourage a culture of high expectations and ambition, pushing team members to exceed benchmarks and innovate relentlessly. The practice of recognizing and rewarding accomplishments enhances employee morale and commitment, contributing to a positive work environment. Moreover, the company offers a generous work-life balance, including extended time off and the option to work from abroad, promoting a healthy integration of personal and professional life.
In this inaugural episode of the Revolut Insider podcast, host Alex Carril sits down with Antoine Le Nel, Partner and VP of Growth at Revolut, as they explore what’s propelling the fintech to continuously disrupt the financial industry 🚀
In this conversation, Alex and Antoine discuss
- The inspiration behind Revolut
- What sets this fintech apart from other financial services companies
- How to disrupt an industry
- Leaving Candy Crush and gaming to lead marketing at Revolut
- Choosing a workplace that aligns with your values
- Revolut’s core values defined
- The mission to Deliver Wow to customers
- Growing the Dream Team
- Finding work-life balance through flexible working options
- Tips for professionals and entrepreneurs to grow personally and professionally