From Marketing to recruitment to Henka – Rachel Treece’s journey!

In this episode of Sparks by Ignium Phil Rose talks to Rachel Treece, host of the “Flex in the City” podcast, which aims to showcase human leaders in the financial services industry and make it a more attractive sector for younger people. Rachel is also founder of the Henka Institute and FTS Global. Rachel shares how she got into the financial services industry through a combination of fate and a mentor's suggestion. She also talks about the goal of her podcast, which interviews leaders in the industry to highlight their stories and make the industry more appealing. Phil and Rachel discuss the importance of human leadership in the financial services industry and how it can attract younger talent. Rachel and Phil explore the concept of agency and its role in creating a culture of permission to fail. They discuss the benefits of allowing people to take risks and learn from their mistakes, drawing on personal experiences as parents and professionals. Rachel emphasized the importance of creating a safe space for people to fail and learn, while Phil noted that those who succeed are often the ones who are not afraid to fail and learn from their mistakes. They concluded that creating a culture of agency and permission to fail is essential for organizational growth and success.  Rachel and Phil discussed the importance of transformation and learning in the business world. Rachel shared her journey from investment banking to Henka, talking about her experience in marketing, direct marketing, and human resources, as well as her decision to start a recruitment company and her eventual transition to coaching and learning and development. She also discusses the challenges she faced when her business partners decided not to sell their company, and how coaching helped her make the right decision for her family. (Some of) The main points for listeners: Introduction of Rachel Treece and her podcast, Flex in the City Phil Rose introduces Rachel Treece and her podcast, Flex in the City, which aims to showcase human leaders in the financial services industry and make it a more attractive sector for younger people. Rachel shares how she got into the financial services industry and the role of fate in her career path. She also talks about the goal of her podcast and how it interviews leaders in the industry. Language Learning and Leadership Rachel shares her language learning journey, including her decision to learn Luxembourgish as an adult and the benefits of learning through listening to children. Phil highlights the importance of language learning for businesses and the value of learning as an adult, even if it means making mistakes. Creating a Culture of Agency and Permission to Fail Rachel and Phil discuss the power of agency and the importance of creating a culture that allows people to take risks and learn from failure. They draw on personal experiences as parents and professionals to highlight the benefits of this approach. Phil notes that those who succeed are often the ones who are not afraid to fail and learn from their mistakes. Rachel’s Journey to Henka Phil and Rachel discuss the evolution of businesses and the importance of transformation and learning. Rachel shares her journey from investment banking to Henka, including her experience in marketing, direct marketing, and human resources, as well as her decision to start a recruitment company and her eventual transition to coaching and learning and development. Transformation and Change The Birth of Henka and the Importance of Listening Rachel explains how the Henka model works and how it can transform people. She also discusses the importance of building agency within a business and shares her thoughts on where to start when coaching a business leader. Leadership Development: Sustainable Performance and Transformation Rachel and Phil discuss the challenges of sustaining performance in both sports and business, and how the Henka group transformation model can help organizations achieve sustainable performance through a quantum philosophy and leader as coach approach. They also discuss the importance of purpose, agency, and culture in driving transformation, and the need for an evolving model to keep up with changing times. Sustainable Performance: The Power of Coaching and Letting Go Rachel shares her personal experience with the menopause and how it taught her the importance of recognizing limitations and letting go of things. Phil reflects on the similarities between fighting through the menopause and fighting through the sale of a business, and the importance of recognizing when to let go. Both speakers emphasize the power of coaching and having someone alongside you to ask questions and help you read the label. Leading with heart and courage in business  Rachel and Phil discuss the origins and success of Treece's book, "The Henka Effect," which delves into the concept of spiritual intelligence and features interviews with experts in the field. They explore the importance of leading with heart and courage in business and how it can lead to personal and professional growth. Rachel encourages people to pursue their passions and not be afraid to take risks. A bit about Rachel Rachel Treece, a dynamic and multifaceted entrepreneur, serves as the CEO of fts global and The Henka Institute. As an accomplished Executive Coach, Psychologist, Leadership Trainer, and M&A authority, she is also an in-demand speaker. Rachel is the best-selling author of "The Henka Effect" and hosts the popular podcast "Flex and the City," which focuses on leadership in the financial services sector. With a strong background in global financial services, Rachel has extensive experience leading multicultural teams for prestigious FTSE and Fortune 100 companies. In 2012, she was honoured as one of the Most Inspiring Women in Entrepreneurship and co-founded the charity Dress for Success (Luxembourg). A respected lecturer at the University of London and University of Newcastle (London), Rachel contributes to MBA and entrepreneurship programs and mentors young women on various international platforms. As a thought-leader, speaker, writer, and executive coach, Rachel is recognised as an expert in organisational health, employee engagement, communication, and inclusion. A fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing, Rachel helps business leaders innovate, adapt, and communicate in today's ever-evolving world, characterized by disruptive and unpredictable changes. Originally from the UK, she became a naturalized Luxembourgish citizen in 2014. Fluent in four languages, Rachel is married to Keith and has a teenage daughter. Based in Luxembourg, she enjoys living near the airport, which fuels her passion for travel—though current circumstances have temporarily limited her adventures Learn More: visit the Ignium https://www.igniumconsult.com Subscribe for more exclusive content in the Ignium Spark Tank https://www.igniumconsult.com/the-spark-tank Listen to the show: https://sparksbyignium.transistor.fm/episodes Connect with Rachel:      https://www.racheltreece.com/                                           https://www.linkedin.com/in/racheltreece Learn more about Scaling Up: https://scalingup.com/ Sign Up to our Ignium Bi Monthly Newsletter https://sparksbyignium.transistor.fm/subscribe Connect on LinkedIn Phil Rose https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachphilrose/ Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/malabarman   Keywords in this episode:   Marketing, conversations, connection, Financial Services, Coaching, purpose, agency, success, journey, menopause