#23. Quinntessential Questions with Dimitri Platonoff. Leadership, Collaboration & Career Wisdom

In the latest episode of the Quinntessential Questions Podcast, Paul sits down with Dimitri Platonoff, Head of Treasury and Trading, as he takes us through his remarkable career journey, sharing invaluable lessons on leadership, collaboration, and personal growth. From navigating the Global Financial Crisis to fostering diversity and building high-performing teams, this episode is filled with practical wisdom and inspiring stories. They delve into the importance of consulting others and finding champions who support your vision, as well as being prepared to make the right choices when opportunities present themselves. The conversation highlights the power of collaboration in management, the complexities of treasury and trading, and the critical role of a robust regulatory framework in overcoming market challenges. Beyond the professional realm, Dimitri reflects on his fitness journey, passion for travelling and reading, and the concept of global citizenship in today’s interconnected world. The episode concludes with rapid-fire questions and career insights that will leave you inspired and informed. This is essential listening for anyone aiming to thrive in their career, lead with impact, and approach life with purpose and resilience. GUEST https://www.linkedin.com/in/dplatonoff/ PAUL QUINN Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/taipansg/⁠⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WPCareerCoaching Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-quinntesssential-questions-podcast-with-paul-quinn/id1764230785 LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-quinn-wp1/⁠ OUR SOCIALS Website: ⁠https://careercoaching.westport-partners.com⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/westport-partners-career-coaching/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/westportpartnerscareercoaching/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/people/Westport-Partners-Career-Coaching/61558129585059/ (00:00) Intro (02:28) Global Financial Crisis (05:53) Consulting Others (08:46) Finding Your Champions (11:30) Being Prepare For The Right Choice (16:05) Power Of Collaboration in Management (19:00) Treasury & Trading (24:50) Growing & Supporting The Business (30:50) Diversity & Building a Team (38:18) Challenges In The Market (42:34) Regulatory Frameworks (44:55) Global Citizenship (53:07) Fitness Journey (1:03:53) Travelling & Reading (1:09:50) Rapid Fire Questions (1:16:34) Career Insights The views and opinions expressed herein are solely those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company or organisation (or similar), its affiliates, subsidiaries, partners or its employees.