How to Stay Motivated - Alex Brazier, Bank of England

Alex Brazier, Executive Director for Financial Stability Strategy at the Bank of England, tells us all about his career in banking and his key advice for young people looking for career help. The Bank of England is the UK’s central banking system which employs over 4000 people.

Alex’s job involves him and his team working to protect the nation’s financial system. He shares exactly what that involves and what keeps him motivated within his work, as well as tips on leadership, following your passions and being prepared to fail.

Topics discussed within the video include:

• What his role as Executive Director for Financial Stability Strategy means and why it’s important
• Leading a team of 150 people and what they do 
• How he keeps himself motivated
• His leadership style and why vulnerability and authenticity are important traits for leaders to have 
• The key skills that young people need to have today
• How young people can use this time during lockdown to their bene

The Circl Interview Series asks leaders of the UK’s most exciting businesses to share their career paths and advice with the next generation of talent. Check out our other interviews with professionals from organisations such as Arcadis UK, Bulb Energy and Uber.

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