Maxine broadens horizons for entrepreneurs

You see yourself as a Broadener of Horizons, how’s that?

Every day, I meet entrepreneurs working in a wide range of fields. They usually come to me because they have a project in mind and need advice. When I talk to them, I try to get a long-term overview of what they want to achieve. From that I identify opportunities that they might not have thought of. In short, I give them new perspectives.

So how do you make a difference day-to-day?

I’m the first point of contact for both start-ups and more experienced entrepreneurs. They rely on me to help them grow their business and I really feel as if I'm part of their team. Once I understand which way they want to go, I bring in the experts that will help them on that journey. It’s a huge responsibility, but I also find it very rewarding to be part of their story.

What do you think are important qualities for this job?

I would say empathy and listening skills, first and foremost. Followed by responsiveness when it comes to finding the right solutions. This is where I can rely on the bank’s network of experts. I find working with them very interesting, as I learn a lot from them. They also allow me to respond quickly to the problems that I'm dealing with.


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