Compliance That Makes Sense

I'm excited to explore the psychology of second chances, why we're so skeptical when people change their minds, and if public opinion ever actually reflects personal beliefs. We'll discuss Mark Zuckerberg's apparent about-face on censorship, corporate flip-flops on diversity programs and the underlying forces behind those reversals. We'll also cover the concept of preference falsification and why people often say one thing publicly and believe something entirely different privately. Then we'll get into meme coins, the risks of hype-driven investing and why some tokens are just digital gambling dressed up as innovation. Finally we'll talk about risk assessment, and I'll share a weird tidbit about how martial arts training may have influenced some of the biggest business leaders today. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.   Today's episode: [00:57] Today I'm going to talk about second chances and why I'm very skeptical about giving people chances. [01:24] Recently, a lot of people have been changing their minds. Mark Zuckerberg has changed his mind on censorship. [02:50] For many people, public opinion and private opinion are not the same. [04:14] Social change happens when other people see people saying their private opinion out loud. Preference falsification is where people might falsify their public opinion for the sake of being accepted. [06:01] Dana White was having a conversation with Tucker Carlson about how he was invited to be a board member for Facebook. [07:31] He was invited to be a countering voice and will share his opinion if he feels the compass is off. [10:00] People rarely change and usually go back to their true self. [11:08] A meme coin launched by an African country to collect funds to support their government initiatives.  After people bought it the price dropped close to 100x. [12:48] A meme coin is like a token that represents an initiative that clearly states what they're going to do with the funds. A classic example of this is Dogecoin. [14:27] They may not necessarily be illegal, but there's a lot of incentive to manipulate it. [15:42] Risk and what it means to be skeptical or risk averse. Less is more when it comes to risk assessment. Identify the risk and how you're going to address them. [18:51] Seeing risk everywhere and trying to disclose everything that could go wrong is not necessarily being responsible.   Show links: Join my free workshop focused on building a successful year here! Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here. Follow My Vlog on LinkedIn Private Truths, Public Lies: The Social Consequences of Preference Falsification How Self-Censorship Works: Preference Falsification Explained | Marc Andreessen And Lex Fridman Dana White: Joining the Board at Meta, the Bryce Mitchell Controversy, and His Friendship With Trump

I'm excited to dive into the Deepseek hype, the Chinese AI startup that claims to have a model as good as ChatGPT for a fraction of the cost. We'll talk about what that means for the future of AI, national AI models and censorship, and why every country will soon have its own “filtered” version. Then we'll switch gears to Piers Morgan and Tucker Carlson's fascinating exchange, unpacking the art of debate and intellectual sparring. We'll also look at Saudi Arabia's plan to reshape sports by buying up global superstars and creating role models for future generations. And for those who love power and influence, I have a must-listen for you: Candace Owens' latest series on Emmanuel Macron. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.   Today's episode: [00:41] Let's talk about the most important conversations that happened over the last 7 days. [01:02] Deepseek is a Chinese startup that developed an AI model.  [02:07] The stock market goes up and down. Is deepseek a big deal? [03:03] If something is prohibited, greedy players always find a way to make a profit out of it. [04:02] New models being introduced is expected. The deepseek model also has censorship. [05:05] It might end up where every country or region will have their own AI model with biased suggestions based on their priorities. [06:02] I talk about the main reason why aliens should exist. Naive humans can't be it. [07:02] Tucker Carlson's and Piers Morgan's conversation in Riyadh. They pressed each other using sophisticated challenges. It was an amazing language battle. [08:01] People should approach disagreements in this way. [09:11] Another great conversation that Piers Morgan had was with a Saudi Prince. It was about how sports events shouldn't have anything to do with politics. [10:56] The Saudis are trying to attract athletic role models for the future of their children. [12:54] Back to conspiracy corners. I love Candice Owens. She can be controversial with some of her deep dives.  [13:48] Her next series about the history of Emmanuel Macron and his wife is super fascinating.   Show links: Join my free workshop focused on building a successful year here! Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here. deepseek Tucker & Piers Morgan Debate Foreign Aid, Hate Speech, NATO, Gun Control, & Is Zelensky a Dictator? Saudi Sports Minister Prince Abdulaziz on Ronaldo, Salah, Trump & World Cup Becoming Brigitte: Gaslighting The Public | Ep 1  

I'm excited to share news about a new series from Darryl Cooper, host of the Martyr Made Podcast. His latest series is all about World War II, told from the perspective of ordinary Germans. It's a fascinating look at how ideologies take hold and change societies. We'll use that as a springboard to talk about how we receive and accept compliments, then dive into the software industrial complex and how it creates unnecessary dependencies. Finally we'll look at how AI is going to simplify those systems and change industries. It's a wild ride through history, human behavior and innovation. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is. Today's episode: [00:40] Podcaster Darryl Cooper is back with a new series on World War II from the perspective of ordinary Germans.  [01:30] Darryl makes very well researched long-form podcasts on historical topics.  [02:50] It's important to understand the nuance and what happens when ideology and narrative can dominate a nation and drive certain behaviors. [03:36] He never takes sides and does extensive research with thousands of sources. [04:40] I like the idea of why this conversation is important. [06:28] I share a new perspective on receiving compliments.  [08:20] How women sometimes try to minimize their compliments. [09:01] How the software industrial complex has been creating unnecessary jobs within many industries and how AI is going to put these software specific rules out of business. This was a recent topic on the All-In Podcast. [09:37] These big companies have created software that is very complex to operate and requires a specialist.  [10:57] The main users of these tools and software were people who graduated from MBA schools. People who could analyze and collate data were necessary. [13:13] If something can be done with AI, we won't need these people with MBAs to compile all of the data. [14:40] Tool providers have been trying to make their tools stickier and harder to replace. [15:19] People with training and certifications in these complex tools would almost become like a free sales force for the product. Show links: Join my free workshop focused on building a successful year here! Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here. The Martyr Made Podcast - Darryl Cooper All-In Podcast

If you've ever wondered how disruption leads to new beginnings, this episode is for you. I'm diving into the cycles of history, from tearing down the old to building the new and how understanding those patterns can give you hope. We'll look at The Fourth Turning Theory, the evolution of institutions and why change is a superpower for growth. Along the way I'll share personal stories, risk and resilience insights and even a bit of Greek mythology to tie it all together. Get ready to see the bigger picture and learn how to navigate the “winter” we're in and prepare for the “spring” ahead. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.   Today's episode: [01:48] History goes through cycles. Every cycle repeats in about 80 to 100 years. These cycles consist of four phases: spring, summer, fall, and winter. Currently, we are in winter. [02:53] Things we can expect as this cycle continues. We can expect further dismantling and disruption of old institutions and old forms of control over territory. [03:35] History doesn't like inefficiencies and friction. [04:32] We can also expect changes in forms of money. [05:14] I like the idea of being close to something new and a fresh start. [07:00] Last week, I was optimistic after Mark Zuckerberg made a speech admitting that Facebook, Meta, and WhatsApp were censoring posts. These companies are now going to allow more free content. [08:32] He probably senses this is going to be the new norm. [09:59] I've been following Danielle Paige. She recently moved from Florida to Los Angeles, and her house burned down.  [10:38] She had just moved and invested in this new home. [12:15] She's lost so much, but she still has a personal brand, followers, and tremendous resiliency. She has the resources to make a lot of money. [14:17] When things happen, it feels like we've lost a lot but in reality our potential still isn't impacted. [15:34] I was also listening to the PBD Podcast and a former CIA agent was the guest. He was talking about how we take less risks as individuals and more as a group. [17:43] I share a conversation I had with my youngest about Greek mythology and resonating with our favorite characters.   Show links: Join my free workshop focused on building a successful year here! Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here. The Fourth Turning: An American Prophecy - What the Cycles of History Tell Us About America's Next Rendezvous with Destiny Danielle Paige  

If understanding history feels like an abstract puzzle, it's time to see the patterns. In this episode I'm going into the concept of cycles and seasons, how history, businesses and our personal lives follow predictable patterns. We'll cover the lessons from The Fourth Turning, generational values, and why knowing these cycles reduces anxiety and uncertainty. You'll also hear about the current “winter” of society, what it means for businesses and individuals and how to prepare for the “spring” that's coming. I also discuss the practical power of pattern recognition to get a clearer view of the world. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.   Today's episode: [00:52] There have been so many events happening. Welcome to 2025! [02:35] I started researching how all of these events are somehow connected. I'm going to do a series of podcasts about cycles or seasons or what we would call pattern recognition. History, human life, and business is cyclical. [03:17] Understanding patterns and the phase that we are in removes anxiety. [04:13] Luigi Mangione grew up in a wealthy family and was very successful in school. He suddenly disconnected from everything and then killed the insurance CEO. [05:05] We learned that Luigi hated capitalism and felt like life wasn't fair. [06:08] He was born into wealth and never needed money or went through difficulties. He never learned resiliency. He just jumped from a happy childhood into college where everyone is a victim. He skipped several necessary development phases that adults normally go through. [07:34] According to Tony Robbins, to mature and become an adult people have to go through certain phases. [09:12] Elon and Vivek are arguing that H1-B Visas are needed to attract talent and people with strong work ethics. [10:59] People and the companies should have a right to choose where they work and who they hire. [11:53] Humans and history go through cycles. For simplicity's sake, we'll call it spring, summer, fall, and winter. [12:05] Spring is when everyone is optimistic and there's a lot of ideas. Summer is the testing time. Fall is where you reap the rewards and benefits. Winter is when there is crisis and conflict. [14:36] Humans also have these cycles. [15:25] Gen X is practical and financially motivated. [16:43] Millennials are the generation of heroes and they are very value and community-oriented. [17:26] Gen Z are the kids who are protected from the crisis. They are kind, caring, and nuanced. [18:14] You can't expect generational values to change quickly. [19:52] Elon and Vivek are very meritocracy-oriented and very much for results and achievements. [20:08] Traditional European politicians defend different values. Institutions and social consensus are important. These values don't correlate with the cycle we are in. [21:30] We are currently in the winter cycle. This is the time of ending so new things can grow up. [23:10] Think about where you are in your life in terms of your season. [24:11] Why do we need winter? Why do we need a crisis? [25:03] Winter forces us to change because otherwise we wouldn't. We are almost at the end of this winter cycle and there are signs that spring is just around the corner. [26:01] Pattern recognition and cycles can also be applied for businesses and for regulations and industries.   Show links: Join my free workshop focused on building a successful year here! Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here. The Fourth Turning: An American Prophecy - What the Cycles of History Tell Us About America's Next Rendezvous with Destiny "Why Luigi Mangione Snapped" - Tony Robbins EXPLAINS The Psychology Behind UnitedHealthcare Murder

If compliance feels like a roadblock, it's time to flip the script. I had a live webinar last week about how to turn compliance into a growth driver. We have covered how to measure success, align with business goals and prove compliance's value as well as. smart resource management, big picture problems, and knowing when to take calculated risks. You will also get practical tips on prioritizing, tracking what matters and making the business case for compliance initiatives through ROI. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.   Today's episode: [01:40] Framework to help you understand how this year measures up in terms of impact, accomplishments, and helping your business. [04:17] Why some compliance professionals have a resistance to numbers and money. [06:40] Management is often more interested in growth, sales, revenues, or something other than just checking off the boxes. [08:23] We're going to have a conversation about how to assess the results of your compliance function, risk function, or governance function in a more objective way. [11:10] What really defines your success is your ability to make the right decisions at the right time and communicate that to stakeholders. [13:32] Explain why getting what you need to do your job will be beneficial for the company. Communication and diplomacy. [16:07] When I talk about compliance I mean things like risk, governance, and regulatory time. [18:01] 1. Make sure you're using your time correctly. [19:23] Examples of how to ask for money and resources. Explain how these additional resources will benefit the company. [24:30] 2. Stop managing compliance as a cost center and view it as a revenue center. [26:13] 3. The way we value information has changed. Position yourself as someone who will share information and make recommendations. [32:58] Make the best decision you can for the company today based on your experience. How not being in on the final decision can empower you and take away fear. [40:01] Compliance performance. Being busy doesn't mean results. Objectively decide by starting at point zero.  [42:05] Results are created by solving bigger problems. [44:14] Don't prepare for future projects too early and complicate current decisions. [47:44] How we can take more risks and solve bigger problems. [49:09] Understand why this year was good or bad, and it will help you discover where to focus best. [52:06] We want compliance to contribute to business growth with quantifiable metrics. How to set priorities and ROI. [55:26] A framework to help you decide where to focus. The huge impact of compliance decisions around checks and automation. [57:59] Linchpin redundancy is a bottleneck, because everything needs to be approved by someone. [59:06] Every compliance metric needs to be linked to more customers, money, saving costs, saving time, or bringing efficiencies. [01:00:39] A quick formula to link performance to the company's goals. [01:08:43] Reasons not to worry about reputational impact. [01:11:57] If you're wondering how to take this framework to the next level. I have a training program and an online certification available.    Show links: Join my free workshop focused on building a successful year here! Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here. Fix This Next: Make the Vital Change That Will Level Up Your Business

This is the time of year for reflection, so in this episode, I share my theory on why achieving success for some people is so much easier than it is for others, why a high success-effort ratio isn't always ideal, and some simple practices that you can incorporate into your life to start feeling more successful!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:39] An overview of today's topic.  [01:50] Two different roads that lead to success.  [02:12] The facet of my life with a high success-effort ratio.  [03:43] Understanding simulation theory.  [05:39] My theory about why success is so hard to achieve in some areas and so easy in others.  [07:06] Real-world examples of how life provides people with the challenges they need to grow.  [14:57] Two reasons why you may be feeling unsuccessful in certain areas of your life.  [15:40] Downsides of a high success-effort ratio.  [17:14] The importance of deeply exploring your pain points.  [18:44] The value of writing down your accomplishments.  [19:11] What I am proud of achieving in 2024.  [21:20] Valuable lessons you will learn in the free workshop I am holding on December 18th.    Show links: Join my free workshop focused on building a successful year here! Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.  

In this episode, I share my thoughts on regulation and deregulation in the crypto space and my predictions for how the different approaches adopted by Europe and America will impact people and businesses in these regions.   If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.  Today's episode: [00:39] An overview of today's topic.  [01:24] The alleged goals of Trump's DOGE initiative.  [02:41] An important discovery I made while managing the downsizing of a business.  [04:03] Elon Musk's comparison between government agencies and sports matches.  [05:25] How Javier Milei's policies have benefited the Argentinian economy.  [08:09] The way Europeans measure success. [09:22] How Europe's approach to regulation is disadvantageous to the continent.  [10:38] Exploring what is going on with USDT.  [12:25] The justification that is used for crypto regulation in Europe.  [13:26] Consequences of the increased rules and regulations relating to crypto.  [14:15] My prediction for the future of regulation in Europe and the US and the impacts different approaches will have on businesses.  Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.  

As 2024 starts drawing to a close, I want to unpack some of the key criteria I use to evaluate how successful my year has been. Tune in to hear my advice for overcoming some of the most common errors made by compliance professionals and the questions you should be asking yourself right now to ensure that you don't fall into these traps again in 2025!   If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [01:12] How and why my approach to evaluating each year of my life has changed.  [04:17] Some of the key questions that I recommend asking yourself at this time of the year.  [05:56] One of the biggest challenges faced by compliance professionals.  [08:13] My version of procrastination.  [09:21] Exploring what motivation is and how you can enhance it.  [10:18] What I am proud of having achieved in 2024.   [10:56] Why it's important to evaluate how you deal with positive and negative surprises.  [13:32] A common approach adopted by compliance offers when something doesn't go the way they planned.  [15:36] Why the aforementioned approach doesn't work and what I recommend doing instead.   [16:30] Why I believe compliance is a revenue-generating function.  [19:39] An overview of the free workshop I am holding on the 18th of December that will help you convert your setbacks into successes!    Show links: Sign up for the Key Success Factors for FinTech Compliance - it's FREE! Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

Today's episode is inspired by a book written by Amy Chua and Jed Rubenfeld. It's called The Triple Package and while it's received its fair share of criticism, I hope that after listening to my analysis, you'll be able to appreciate the book's theory as much as I do!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:48] The conversation and book that inspired today's episode.  [03:09] The key theory outlined in The Triple Package.   [03:54] What a superiority complex is.  [04:38] The unexpected benefits of being insecure.  [05:36] The correlation between impulse control and success.  [06:34] Criticism that The Triple Package has received and why I disagree with the critics.  [07:47] How The Triple Package theory can be applied to Russian immigrants.  [11:20] Characteristics to look out for when interviewing immigrants.  [14:58] The value of The Triple Package theory.    Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.  

In a paper released a few days ago (October 2024) two senior officials from the ECB outlined why they believe Bitcoin is dangerous, creates inequality, and is a threat to democracy. In this episode, I outline why they are wrong.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:50] A real-life horror story.  [02:30] Arguments made by two senior ECB officials about the dangers of Bitcoin in a research paper.  [05:58] The high levels of accessibility of Bitcoin. [05:58] Some of the many benefits of Bitcoin.  [07:16] Why it is untrue that early Bitcoin adopters benefit unfairly.    [09:35] The causes of inequality.  [10:35] My theories for the motivation behind the release of the anti-Bitcoin paper.  [16:19] What to expect from the MICA workshop I am holding in November.    Show links: Join my MICA Licensing for Self-Starters Workshop here! Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

I've always believed in the importance of IP rights and patents, like many of you, but my recent discovery of Stephan Kinsella's theory on this topic has led me to almost completely change my mind. Tune in today to hear about the history of IP rights and patents, why they are anti-capitalist, and how they actually inhibit rather than promote innovation.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:38] Why today's episode is a special one.  [01:45] My argument against registering trademarks as a startup.  [04:03] How my opinion on IP rights has changed.   [04:48] The history of copyrights and patents.  [05:55] A summary of Stephan Kinsella's argument against IP rights. [07:26] How IP laws infringe on the property rights of individuals.  [08:58] How patents can inhibit innovation.  [10:04] An example of how IP rights act in the interests of big corporations rather than consumers.  [13:12] The three potential sources of property rights.  [14:33] What Stephan believes ownership principles should be based on.  [15:22] Contractual provisions that I always include in my client agreements.  [17:33] The challenges of enforcing IP rights.  [18:43] Why I am such a fan of Stephan Kinsella's work.  [19:30] Stephan's response to the fear that people have about the threat of AI.     Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

While I normally choose to keep my political views separate from my professional life, in this episode, I share why forming and defending your own political opinions is a very useful tool that can lead to the development of skills that will be invaluable to you as a financial-industry professional.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [01:03] Why I usually keep my political views separate from my professional life.  [02:44] Damage that can be caused by bringing political will into the financial industry.  [04:00] My thoughts on Dima Kats' decision to expose corruption.  [06:17] The value of having strong opinions.  [07:24] Real-world examples of how my strong opinions have benefited me.   [11:58] My first introduction to Donald Trump.  [13:22] What I thought when I found out he was running for president.  [14:15] How I feel about his time in office. [15:56] My thoughts on why so many people are negatively triggered by him.  [18:30] Lessons that I think we can all learn from him, whether or not we agree with the things he says.  [19:31] Skills that can be developed through the formation of solid political opinions.    Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

Unfortunately, many employers have held onto outdated beliefs about employment and entrepreneurship. In this episode, I share why I agree with Nassim Taleb's belief that getting a monthly salary (i.e. full-time employment) as opposed to working as a consultant often does more harm than good!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:41] An overview of the focus of today's show.  [01:14] The dangers of drugs vs. a monthly check [01:48] The stories that inspired me to record this episode.  [03:10] Issues that have become commonplace in big companies.  [04:51] Nassim Taleb's thoughts on the harm caused by formal employment.  [07:23] Travis Kalanick's biggest battle as Uber's CEO.  [09:26] A personal experience highlighting how employers misinterpret full-time employment and entrepreneurship.  [16:18] Lessons that can be learned from the communist revolution.  [18:48] Share your thoughts!   Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

I am obsessed with free speech and misinformation, so this episode about the attempted “canceling” of Darryl Cooper means a lot to me. Tune in today to hear about Darryl's podcast episode that caused uproar amongst many of his listeners and my thoughts on the topic.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [01:01] What Darryl Cooper's podcast is about.  [02:29] The story that inspired today's episode.  [06:16] Why I strongly disagree with the canceling of Darryl Cooper. [07:30] How Darryl Cooper responded to the attempt to cancel him. [08:14] What I learned about Israel and Palestine from Darryl Cooper. [11:06] Positives that came from the Darryl Cooper controversy.    [12:21] Why cancel culture is so rife.   [14:21] The importance of not viewing complex events as ‘black and white.' [15:37] The problem with trying to cancel certain opinions.  [17:08] Introduction to my upcoming brand new workshop.   Show links: Register for my new workshop, ‘Balancing DSA and GDPR Requirements,' here! Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

“Having a goal and not reaching it is better than not having a goal at all.” We all know the feeling of disappointment when we set a goal that we are unable to achieve. When this happened to me earlier this year, I reread Viktor Frankl's book, Man's Search for Meaning, and in today's episode, I share the invaluable lessons that it taught me about setting goals and not achieving them.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:39] An overview of today's topic.  [01:06] The goal that I set for myself for this year that I wasn't able to achieve.  [02:10] What the book Man's Search for Meaning, by Viktor Frankl, is about.   [04:35] Criticisms that the book received.  [07:10] The power of having a purpose.   [10:04] Why Frankl believes that people always have freedom, regardless of their circumstances.  [13:04] Don't put your goals on a pedestal!  [13:56] A new perspective on setting goals.  [18:38] How to deal with things not going to plan.  [20:28] The value of joining the FinTech Startup Certification Program.    Show links: Join our FinTech Startup Certification Program here!  Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

Today, we're discussing the concept of nationality and its role in financial services. An experience of Ukrainian clients' of mine was the inspiration for this episode, and I hope it gives you a good understanding of some of the key global financial trends and the unequal impacts they are having on people and countries across the world.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:39] Introducing today's topic. [01:00] The clients of mine who inspired today's episode.  [02:40] What it means to be a ‘citizen of the world.'  [03:18] Why I renounced my Russian citizenship.  [05:22] Discriminatory trends that have become commonplace against poor countries.  [06:18] My personal experience of discriminatory financial policies.  [07:10] The unequal impacts of global economic trends.  [10:40] My prediction about the trajectory of these inequalities.  [12:37] Why the concept of censorship is becoming a hot topic.   [14:20] How governments are likely to respond to the growth of remote work.  [16:03] Examples of the different versions of nationalism.  [18:03] The problem with nationalism from a financial perspective.    Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

Welcome back to a new season of the Compliance That Makes Sense podcast! We're still going to be focusing on FinTech, compliance and startups, but the upcoming episodes are also going to be related to current affairs. In this first episode, I dive into my Russian background and how it impacts the way I view the world, particularly in relation to the Pavel Durov controversy and the oversight of digital media companies in general. Also, don't forget to sign up for this year's final cohort of the FinTech Startup Compliance Pro Certification. If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:34] The new direction I will be taking with this new season of Compliance That Makes Sense!  [01:20] Some of the Russian controversies that have impacted the compliance world.  [02:57] Exploring my relationship with my Russian roots.  [05:04] The factors that encouraged me to leave Russia.  [08:41] My thoughts about the Russia-Ukraine war. [10:42] A brief history of Pavel Durov's professional life.  [15:44] My analysis of Pavel Durov's actions.  [19:05] Where I see parallels between today's media and Soviet propaganda.  [24:10] Pros and cons of the Digital Services Act.  [25:15] How I think digital platforms can (and should) counter the oversight requirements in the Digital Services Act.  [24:14] How my Russian past influences the way I view the world.   [29:54] Benefits of joining my FinTech Startup Compliance Pro Certification.   Show links: Get certified as a FinTech Startup Compliance Pro with my Certification!  Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

In the latest episode in my ‘From Risk to Rescue' series, I discuss what MICA is, some of its benefits, and why I think the cons outweigh the pros.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:47] An overview of today's focal topic. [00:57] The most commonly-cited MICA benefits.  [02:09] What MICA is. [02:56] Why I am not a fan of the Travel Rule. [03:47] My concern with the way lawmakers value crypto.  [04:58] Some of the MICA requirements for stablecoin issuers that I disagree with. [07:34] The story of Luna's stablecoin collapse.  [08:40] The biggest issues with the current financial system.  [10:47] The main purpose of MICA.  [11:12] Negative outcomes that MICA is likely to cause.    Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

Today, we're continuing our conversation about how to transition from “risk to rescue” by delving into the reasons why fiat services may be riskier than crypto, despite long-held beliefs that the opposite is true. If you're a compliance professional who is feeling deeply dissatisfied with the scope of your work at the moment, you're not alone, and this episode will shed some light on why that is the case!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:38] An overview of today's topic: Why fiat services may be riskier than crypto?  [01:52] Why owners of fiat accounts are a hugely underestimated risk.  [02:14] Where the value of fiat currencies is derived from.  [02:46] Problems with the fiat system.  [05:28] How we should be thinking about our savings versus our investments.  [06:38] The biggest risk of the fiat system.  [07:16] How financial institutions and government regulations manipulate compliance professionals.  [07:56] Examples of new regulations and requirements that took effect in recent decades.  [10:03] What these new regulations have failed to achieve.  [12:33] Why do so many compliance experts feel deeply dissatisfied with the scope of their work?    Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

In the first episode of the “From Risk to Rescue” series, I explore how many existing regulatory laws and requirements de facto discriminate against smaller businesses and people with less money, deepening financial inequality, and why it is so important that we eliminate outdated risk and compliance norms.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:39] Welcome to the first episode of the “From Risk to Rescue” series.  [01:07] Why I agree with Elon Musk's proposal to have a Regulation Removal department in every state. [04:09] How regulations discriminate against poorer people and smaller businesses.  [05:29] Outdated assumptions about smaller businesses and poorer people that do more harm than good.  [10:15] My experience working with businesses in Africa, the Middle East, and South East Asia.  [12:05] Understanding Nassim Taleb's theory of “fat tails.”  [13:45] How “the network effect” works.  [14:02] How the failure of a major organization impacts smaller businesses.  [16:09] Exploring Jeffrey Sacks' theory of economic and financial apartheid.  [20:02] Why it's important to understand the history of risk and compliance norms.    Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

Reddit and YouTube star, Roaring Kitty, is being accused (again) of market manipulation by the mainstream media because of his role in the 2021 GameStop saga. In this episode, I explain why I strongly disagree with these claims. This is a topic I am very passionate about and I look forward to hearing your thoughts.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:40] An overview of the topics I will cover in today's episode.  [01:44] What Reddit and YouTube star, Roaring Kitty, has been accused of (again). [03:13] Why I disagree with the general sentiment towards Roaring Kitty.  [06:02] The cause of the increased value of GameStop shares in January 2021.  [08:15] The timebomb created during the period after GameStop and how Robinhood responded. [11:38] Understanding market manipulation (and why I don't think this is what Roaring Kitty did).  [17:40] Why I agree with how Robinhood reacted in 2021.  [19:12] Unpacking Gary Gensler's opinion on Roaring Kitty and GameStop.  [21:19] Why I am so passionate about this topic.  [24:52] Please share your thoughts!   Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

BaaS options are becoming more limited and their requirements are becoming stricter. In this episode, I explain why the current market conditions are challenging for early-stage startups partnering with BaaS providers. I also share the names of some of the providers that I know to be reliable, the difference between BaaS, open banking, and FinTech-friendly banking, and the factors to consider before choosing a BaaS provider! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:39] The focus of today's episode.  [00:58] Why current market conditions are problematic for BaaS providers and their partners. [01:37] An overview of what has been going on in the BaaS world since 2020.  [03:28] Flaws in the design of Europe's Baas industry.    [04:50] Why licensing services and technology services should not be mixed.  [06:34] How BaaS works and the services that BaaS providers offer their customers. [08:19] The most reliable BaaS providers to the best of my knowledge as of today.  [09:13] How open banking differs from BaaS.  [10:55] Understanding what a FinTech-friendly banking partner is.  [11:39] Advice for choosing the right BaaS provider for your startup.    Show links: Join my Crash Course on White Label Solutions in FinTech here!  Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

In this episode, I share some key takeaways relating to economic and FinTech trends and patterns in Europe that I have gathered from several different reports as well as through my own observations. From the payment default crisis to the state of BAS and the rise of BNLP, A2A, and digital wallets, tune in today to hear it all!   If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:38] Documents I have been reviewing which form the basis of this episode.  [01:31] The problem of inflation.   [02:23] An overview of the current state of the European economy.  [03:19] The BNPL (buy now, pay later) landscape.  [04:35] How the payment crisis is affecting businesses.  [05:52] The derisking process that banks are going through.  [07:48] Understanding the digital wallet trend.  [09:38] The pros and cons of account-to-account payments. [12:03] Why the current market conditions are unfavorable for BAS (banking as a service) providers.  [14:42] New fraud patterns that have emerged in recent years.   [15:36] Why it's worth keeping an eye on the increased drive for instant payments. [17:43] The need for additional technological innovations.  [19:15] The rate of predicted growth of payment companies.  [20:00] What you will get out of the workshop I am holding on June 4th!   Show links: Join my masterclass on Setting Compliance Priorities in FinTech here!  Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

Multitasking is not something to be celebrated! In this episode, I explore the many reasons why we should all be moving away from dealing with multitple competing priorities at once. To help you with this, I also share an overview of the hierarchy of business needs created by Mike Michalowtiz that will help you set your priorities straight!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:41] False beliefs that many people have about multitasking.  [01:55] Why multitasking is often a sign of dysfunction.  [03:50] The harm caused by multitasking on a personal and organizational level. [04:34] Why multitasking is so common in the FinTech world.   [05:44] What FinTech professionals can learn from firefighters.  [07:23] How multitasking affects your brain and your productivity levels.  [09:09] Fix This Next; the book that opened my eyes to the importance of establishing a ‘hierarchy of needs.' [11:53] The purpose of compliance.  [12:26] An overview of the five levels of Mike Michalowitz's prioritization hierarchy.  [20:02] Details about the brand new masterclass (Setting Compliance Priorities in FinTech) I am holding on June 4th.    Show links: Join my masterclass on Setting Compliance Priorities in FinTech here!   Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.  

It's easy to assume that the way things are being done is the right way to do things, but a change in perspective can open our eyes to the benefits of doing things differently. In this episode, I discuss how to establish KPIs as a compliance professional when there are a lot of unknowns in play. I hope you walk away from this episode with a new perspective on the metrics you can and cannot control!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:38] An overview of today's episode. [01:24] A personal experience that has taught me to always question the status quo.  [06:58] Why aiming to acquire a license by a specific date is a problematic KPI in the FinTech compliance space.  [08:16] Why I believe compliance professionals should be responsible for reconciling input from different departments. [09:59] Examples of KPIs that should be used in relation to compliance auditing.    [11:45] Important compliance KPIs related to bringing in new business. [13:47] KPIs that compliance professionals should consider in relation to customer support.  [16:06] What characterizes a good KPI.    Show links: Access my Compliance Resource Management Workship here! Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

In your career, as in all facets of your life, there are always going to be circumstances that are out of your control! In the next few episodes, I am going to be exploring how you can differentiate between the things you can control and those you cannot and how to identify and avoid the traps that lead to unnecessary project delays and unintended results.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:39] An overview of the upcoming series of episodes I will be releasing.  [02:50] The focal topic of today's episode.  [03:33] How to predict whether your compliance team is going to avoid their responsibilities.  [03:57] Why competing priorities are not a valid excuse for falling behind on projects. [06:29] The common problem with waterfall project planning processes.  [09:30] Examples of KPIs that compliance teams can and cannot control.  [12:17] Why the HR role needs to be redesigned.   [17:21] The importance of properly diagnosing a problem before trying to solve it.    Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

In this episode, I take you on a journey through my thoughts on what is going on with the SEC and Uniswap, what I learned about the future of instant messaging from Tucker Carlson's interview with Pavel Durov, why I decided to digitally “clone” myself, and more!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [01:23] The three topics that will be covered in this episode.  [02:24] Exploring what is going on with the SEC and Uniswap.  [07:03] What to expect from the SEC in the coming years.  [08:12] How people often react when they are under pressure to achieve a particular outcome.   [10:45] The size of Pavel Durov's company, Telegram.  [12:20] Innovation that is taking place in the instant messaging space.  [14:04] How buying decisions are likely to be made in the future.   [17:58] Why and how I digitally “cloned” myself.  [19:22] How you can interact with Yana AI. [20:33] The benefits of creating an AI version of yourself.    Show links: Check out Yana AI: https://www.delphi.ai/yana Listen to Tucker Carlson's interview with Pavel Durov: https://tuckercarlson.com/the-tucker-carlson-interview-pavel-durov/ Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

With my Certification program launch happening in two days, I decided to record an episode with my very good friend, David Yen, about some of the things that have been on my mind recently. The diverse range of subjects we discuss includes relationships, friendships, risk-taking, decision-making, the education system, and authenticity!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [01:50] David shares an overview of himself and his life's mission.  [03:11] How I am feeling about the imminent launch of my certification program.  [03:52] My experience of using Hinge.  [04:46] Characteristics that I appreciate in a partner.  [09:04] Exploring the art of decision-making.  [13:52] The value that David and I bring to our friendship.  [19:22] Some of the controversial views that I hold.  [23:04] Why I feel disillusioned about the education system.  [27:13] What David's upbringing was like.  [27:56] Skills that children should be taught at school.  [29:26] Fears that people have around sharing their opinions.  [31:41] The power of being your most authentic self!    Show links: Full Certification program details below: https://yana-afanasieva.mykajabi.com/certification And if you need a template for the reimbursement letter request asking your company to sponsor this training, download it here and send it to your boss. Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

Competent, well-meaning, hardworking people often make unrealistic assumptions that can completely derail their projects. In this episode, I explore some of the mistakes that my clients have made recently to highlight the importance of questioning your assumptions and surrounding yourself with trusted advisors.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:38] An overview of today's episode.   [01:11] Why people often choose to work with numerous different consultants on one project.  [03:27] Why assigning people and deadlines to every single project line can be problematic.  [10:05] An example of how a client of mine planned to deal with a technical incident.  [13:30] The approach that I recommended to address the issue in a much more efficient way.  [15:03] When the biggest business mistakes are often made.  [16:00] Understanding equivalence according to NLP theory.  [17:15] Understanding causality according to NLP theory.  [18:00] The importance of questioning your assumptions.  [20:39] The value you will get out of my certification program.    Show links: Full Certification program details below: https://yana-afanasieva.mykajabi.com/certification And if you need a template for the reimbursement letter request asking your company to sponsor this training, download it here and send it to your boss. Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

For various reasons, compliance professionals often struggle to confront their senior management about work-related issues that they are experiencing. In this episode, I explain what the the NLP (Neurolinguistic Programming) methodology is and how it can be used to overcome this problematic tendency!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:41] The inspiration behind today's episode.  [02:38] Why compliance professionals often choose not to confront senior management when experiencing issues.  [04:03] A real-world example of the problems that can arise when compliance professionals avoid confrontation.  [06:33] Communication issues being experienced at Binance.  [08:44] An overview of the NLP methodology.  [10:09] Where you can learn how to use the NLP methodology.  [10:55] Examples of the NLP methodology in action.  [11:50] The value of using the NLP methodology in compliance.  [12:42] Sign up for assistance on your compliance journey using the links below!  [13:25] What it takes to be a compliance professional.    Show links: Full Certification program details below: https://yana-afanasieva.mykajabi.com/certification And if you need a template for the reimbursement letter request asking your company to sponsor this training, download it here and send it to your boss. Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

The world we live in is characterized by unpredictability. Responding to unpredictable situations with “we have to do something” is a trap that can have very negative outcomes so in this episode, I share how you can better prepare for the future without wasting your time and money!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:37] An overview of today's topic; preparing for the future.  [01:45] The unpredictability of our world.  [03:03] Jeff Bezos' philosophy for long-term planning.  [04:30] A common approach to dealing with projects that aren't meeting one's expectations.  [06:33] Characteristics of compliance officers that will remain relevant in the long term. [07:23] Comparing situations where doing more is appropriate and where it is a very bad idea.   [09:14] Why “we have to do something” has become such a common refrain.  [11:36] The realization about big companies that many start-up founders have had in recent years.  [13:00] The unpredictable actions of financial regulators.   [14:30] Examples of the irrational decisions that are being made across the world.  [17:21] What to do when you are under pressure to take action.  [20:05] The benefits of joining the Compliance Collective.    Show links: Learn to be valued as a FinTech compliance expert - sign up for the Compliance Collective here! Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

In today's special episode, I am joined by my life coach, Lisa Carpenter, to discuss crypto, women, technology, risks, and life!  Lisa works with women who have high career ambitions and who also want to maintain their health and well-being. I've been seeing her for a few years, finding the experience enormously valuable in helping me through life's ups and downs. From understanding the risks of investing in crypto to regulation in the AI space to the fears that hold us back and lots more, this enlightening conversation will give you a comprehensive overview of some of today's hottest topics!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [02:42] An introduction to today's special guest, life coach Lisa Carpenter.  [05:38] How women's relationship with money needs to evolve.  [07:29] A brief history of Bitcoin.  [14:33] Different types of cryptocurrencies.  [17:58] A new way of thinking about the potential risks of investing in crypto.   [23:14] Some of the many benefits of investing in crypto.  [27:03] How to store your crypto.  [29:08] Understanding regulation and compliance in relation to crypto.  [34:19] A risk of investing in crypto and how to mitigate it.   [35:37] The importance of diversification in your crypto investment strategy.  [36:45] Exploring ‘just in time' versus ‘just in case' compliance.  [43:00] An overview of the various facets of my job.  [44:00] Fundamental principles for all compliance professionals.  [46:40] What social norms are and why I think they are often counterproductive.  [51:19] My perspective on regulating AI.  [55:30] The broad-ranging applications of AI technology.  [57:36] Why you shouldn't avoid risk and uncertainty.  [59:30] The value of consulting, life coaching, and personal development.    Show links: Listen to Lisa's Sustainably Strong Private Podcast here.  Listen to Lisa's Protect Your Energy Private Podcast here. Connect with Lisa via Instagram.  Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.  

Crypto staking has been in the spotlight recently, and as a result, it is undergoing a transformation. In this episode, we are going to cover what staking is, how it works, why regulators are concerned about it, and the key elements you need to keep in mind if you are going to offer it. I also explore Kraken as a case study of how staking can go wrong.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:40] An overview of what I will cover in today's episode.  [01:28] Why crypto staking has been receiving a lot of attention recently.  [02:22] Available guidelines related to crypto staking.  [03:35] The definition of crypto staking.  [04:11] Blockchains that offer staking.  [04:57] How staking works and what the benefits are.  [06:43] The lock-up period that staking requires.  [07:53] How staking-as-a-service works and why regulators have imposed parameters on it.   [10:39] Regulators' main concerns regarding staking.  [13:30] Where to access my free detailed guide to launching compliant crypto staking.   [14:37] How staking can go wrong: the Kraken case study.  [20:41] FINMA's approach to staking.    Show links: Access Your Free Guide to Launching Compliant Crypto Staking here! Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

Welcome back to the Compliance That Makes Sense podcast! In the coming episodes, we're going to be delving into topics related to the technological developments that are changing our world.  --- Are you a techno-skeptic or part of the effective accelerationism movement? In this episode, I explore the beliefs held by these opposing camps and share my thoughts about technological development, capitalism versus socialism, and why too much regulation is a bad thing for the compliance profession.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:33] Welcome back!  [01:27] The new direction for this podcast.  [02:23] One of the hottest current debates in the FinTech world.  [04:21] An overview of the beliefs of the effective accelerationism (e/acc) movement.  Marc Andreessen Manifesto. https://a16z.com/the-techno-optimist-manifesto/ [05:10] What techno-skeptics advocate for.  [05:58] Sam Altman and Elon Musk's sentiments regarding technology regulation.  [07:06] Why so many compliance professionals side with techno-skeptics.   [08:43] Who Guillaume Verdon is and what he has done for the world. Interview on Lex Fridman podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fEEbKJoNbU [10:30] Why I believe that more regulations will negatively impact the compliance profession.  [13:33] Common fears relating to technological development and why I do not have these fears.  [15:50] The mass demoralization campaign that I believe we are in the midst of.  [16:21] A snapshot of what it was like to grow up in the USSR.  [17:22] What I have learned from working on projects in developing countries. [18:20] What I hope the future holds for the compliance profession.   Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.  

Do you thrive during emergencies, or do you prefer leading your team through phases of growth? In our last episode of 2023, I explore Ben Horowitz's concept of wartime and peacetime CEOs, and I share how I discovered my own leadership style.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:39] Why I am currently obsessed with Ben Horowitz.  [01:53] Hard decisions that I made in 2023.  [03:36] An overview of the “peacetime versus wartime CEO” concept. [03:51] Key characteristics of a wartime CEO.  [05:10] Key characteristics of a peacetime CEO.  [07:01] Problems that can arise when a CEO employs wartime policies in a non-emergency situation.  [08:38] Examples of what can go wrong when a CEO is unwilling to admit that the company is going through a turbulent time.  [09:50] The leadership style that I tend towards.  [11:13] Happy holidays!    Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

CZ, the CEO of Binance, stepped down in November 2023 in the wake of a number of money laundering charges and procedural misdemeanors. In this episode, I share what the future holds for Binance and how the company's decay is going to impact the crypto industry as a whole.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [01:13] Topics we are going to cover during this episode.  [01:26] Why the Binance CEO stepped down in November 2023.  [02:16] What the future holds for Binance and CZ.   [04:34] Similarities between the way Binance and FTX.  [06:14] What I admire about Binance.  [07:04] Changes that are expected to take place within Binance.  [08:13] How the decay of Binance is likely to impact the crypto industry.  [09:39] What cryptocurrencies offer that traditional finance does not.  [10:20] The era that is ending with the fall of Binance.  [12:05] How CZ helped advance the crypto space.  [13:19] Happy holidays!    Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

If you think that your role as a compliance officer is to provide accurate and extensive information to your company leaders and you're confused about why you aren't being promoted and why your boss doesn't seem to take you seriously, listen to this episode to understand why you need to change the way you think!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:39] An overview of today's topic.  [01:03] What most people have wrong about compliance. [02:30] Why there is such a high turnover rate of FinTech compliance leaders.  [05:02] Why FinTech CEOs often take advice from external sources rather than internal experts.  [06:05] How to ensure that your opinion, as a compliance leader, is well-received in your company.  [07:03] Common challenges that arise in relationships between FinTech CEOs and their compliance leaders.  [09:44] Benefits of using a cost/benefit analysis to evaluate compliance proposals.  [11:02] The three main principles that a cost/benefit analysis should be guided by.  [12:50] Where you can access my workshop on compliance performance.    Show links: To learn how to create your 2024 compliance plan and get it funded, click here!  Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

For various reasons which I share in today's episode, many FinTech companies are now establishing their global headquarters in the UAE. Tune in today to hear how the UAE has become the new Switzerland when it comes to the FinTech space!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:38] An overview of the current trend towards the UAE in the FinTech space. [01:55] Updates that I have made to the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package.  [02:44] How Switzerland's approach to FinTech has changed over the last few decades. [03:21] Examples that highlight Switzerland's increasing transparency.  [05:40] Factors that make the UAE appealing to FinTech companies.   [07:51] The UAE's approach to categorizing risk in comparison to the approach adopted by the EU.   [08:55] Potential problems with operating out of the UAE.  [10:25] Advice for anyone considering opening a company in the UAE.  [11:05] A call to share your own stories about conducting business in the UAE.    Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? – Consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! Want more insights about FinTech and Compliance delivered directly to your inbox? Let's stay in touch! Click here.

“Hire slow, fire fast” has become a common adage in the working world. In today's episode, I am going to explain why this approach does not work well in the world of FinTech compliance and what FinTech leaders should be doing to find the right fit for their companies instead!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:42] An overview of today's topic.  [01:42] Problems with using a “hire slow” approach in the FinTech compliance sector.    [03:32] Common mistakes that FinTech leaders make when hiring compliance professionals.  [04:29] Skills to look for in a potential compliance hire. [05:30] The immature approach to firing a compliance leader.  [06:51] Why FinTech managers often delay letting their compliance leaders go. [07:31] The difference between how good and bad managers deal with the firing of a compliance leader.  [09:32] A summary of the reasons I disagree with the “hire slow, fire fast” adage.    Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? – Consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! Want more insights about FinTech and Compliance delivered directly to your inbox? Let's stay in touch! Click here.

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is an international body founded with the aim of enhancing global financial security and improving industry standards. However, in this episode, I share why I believe many of the actions that the FATF has taken are negatively impacting the FinTech space.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:37] An overview of today's episode. [01:04] The mission of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). [01:43] How the FATF works.  [02:01] Problems with the FATF.  [02:51] How the FATF has impacted de-risking within the banking system.  [04:55] Why I disagree with the way the FATF guidelines segment industries.  [06:29] An explanation of how the FATF travel rule works.  [08:22] Consequences of the FATF's warnings about decentralized finance.  [09:55] Examples of the biases held by the FATF.  [14:28] Inconsistencies in the way the FATF assigns risk to different countries.   [15:50] Other elements of the FATF that I believe are problematic.    Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

A common expectation of first-time MLROs and heads of compliance is that their CEO will be their boss. In this episode, I debunk this myth so you, as a new MLRO or head of compliance, can enter your new role with your eyes wide open to what your relationship with your CEO is really going to look like!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:38] Who I created this episode for.  [01:06] One of the biggest mistakes made by first-time heads of compliance.  [03:02] A hard truth about the majority of FinTech CEOs.  [04:16] Why CEOs don't want to deal with compliance issues.  [06:50] The kind of relationship that most FinTech CEOs want to cultivate with their heads of compliance.  [08:28] The strategy I recommend adopting when discussing compliance-related topics with your CEO.   [10:52] Pros and cons of working as the head of compliance in a startup environment.  [11:33] How to treat your CEO from your position as head of compliance.  [12:06] Updates from the FinTech Pro Compliance Certification Program.    Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

In this episode, I explore some common conspiracy theories that I have come across in the world of business and finance. I personally find this topic a fascinating one, and I hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:39] Why conspiracy theories are the focus of today's episode.  [02:38] An overview of Peter Thiel and Elon Musk's ideological beliefs.   [04:00] A conspiracy theory relating to CBDCs.  [07:05] How CBDCs compare to Russian sanctions.   [07:43] Exploring the Great Reset conspiracy theory.  [09:52] Conspiracy theories relating to ESG.  [11:39] Questions I have regarding conspiracy theories.  [12:19] The value that I find in conspiracy theories.   [13:11] A compliance dilemma that is linked to conspiracy theories.     Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

Inspired by Andrew Ross Sorkin's insights on the topic, in this episode, I explore the differences between the financial crises of 2008 and 2023 and share my thoughts on which one was the most egregious.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:38] An overview of today's topic: comparing the 2008 and 2023 crises.  [00:56] The person who inspired this episode.  [01:38] Causes of the subprime mortgage crisis of 2008.  [02:58] How the more recent financial crisis differs from the previous one, according to Andrew Ross Sorkin.  [04:20] The Credit Suisse case study.   [06:17] How banks often explain away their inefficiencies and failures.  [07:06] What a conflict of interest is and an example of this concept in action.  [10:12] Reasons why I believe the 2023 crisis is worse than the 2008 crisis.   [11:58] Why compliance and risk functions are often excluded from important decisions.    Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.  

“Not treating compliance as a function responsible for revenues is not just a poor cost decision; it's simply ignoring the reality of the underlying processes.”  In this episode, I explore the defining characteristics of cost and revenue centers and share my thoughts on the problems with looking at compliance as a cost and why it should be viewed as a revenue generation function instead.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:40] An overview of today's topic.  [01:32] Some of the most common workplace challenges experienced by compliance officers.  [03:08] The defining characteristics of a cost center. [04:04] How compliance costs are usually categorized.  [04:30] The primary goals of revenue centers and the activities that they focus on.  [05:00] How the success of a revenue center is measured.   [05:49] The problem with treating compliance as a cost center.  [06:37] Some of the biggest costs of customer acquisition and activation.  [08:13] How compliance impacts the cost and speed of customer acquisitions.  [08:50] Examples of issues that are likely to arise when compliance is viewed as a cost center. [11:23] Benefits of treating compliance as a revenue center.  [12:29] How to sign up for the FinTech Compliance Pro Certification!    Show links: Register here for the FinTech Compliance Pro Certification. Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

In this episode, I explore the key elements of the MICA regulation that was approved in the spring of 2023, its problematic elements, and the implications it will have in the FinTech space.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:53] An overview of the key topic of today's episode.  [01:41] The difference between a regulation (like MICA) and a directive.  [03:08] Why MICA is such a significant regulation.  [04:35] The two broad token categories.  [06:43] Elements of the MICA regulation that I believe are problematic.  [12:30] What triggered the creation of the MICA regulation.  [13:10] Some of the positive aspects of MICA.  [14:32] My thoughts on the future of DAOs.  [16:01] An overview of the “good” versus the “bad” sides of MICA.     Show links: Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

Bill Gurley's inspirational speech at the All-In Summit motivated me to record an episode focusing on the worldwide issue of regulatory capture. Tune in today to learn more about what regulatory capture is, the numerous industries that have been accused of facilitating it, and what it could mean for the future of financial services and Big Tech.  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:38] The inspiration behind today's episode.  [01:55] Who Bill Gurley is.  [02:50] Understanding regulatory capture.  [03:35] Examples of how regulatory capture can occur.  [05:50] Why the pharmaceutical industry has been accused of regulatory capture.  [06:36] Other industries that have been accused of regulatory capture.  [07:29] Signs of regulatory capture in the financial industry.  [08:29] Bill's prediction about future relations between Big Tech and the government.  [09:53] Why I disagree with Bill's assessment of Coinbase.  [10:50] The importance of having open discussions about regulatory capture.    Show links: Watch Bill Gurley's speech here. Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

In this episode, I share some of the invaluable lessons that I learned from listening to a speech by Tobias Lütke, the founder and CEO of Shopify, at the inspirational All-In Summit. From eliminating unnecessary meetings to his thoughts on why founders make the best CEOs for their companies, tune in today to hear it all! If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:39] A brief overview of the All-In Summit. [01:17] The person who inspired this episode.  [01:50] Why Tobias (Tobi) Lütke believes that founders should run their companies rather than hiring professional CEOs.  [03:15] Tobi's approach to enhancing productivity at Shopify.  [05:25] Why Tobi doesn't refer to his team as a family.  [07:42] The reason Shopify has such a high number of payment service providers. [09:26] What I admire about Tobi.  [10:07] Where you can watch Tobi's full speech.    Show links: Watch Tobi Lutke's speech here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2c4VnzTepK0 Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

A few weeks ago, two major events took place in the FinTech world; Worldcoin was launched and Curve was hacked. The fact that these events happened so close to one another has raised many important questions about the future of centralized versus decentralized structures. Tune in today to hear details about one of the largest hacks in DeFi history, the ambitious goals that Worldcoin is hoping to achieve, and my thoughts on both!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:38] Questions that have been raised due to the Worldcoin launch and the Curve hack.   [01:19] An overview of the ambitious Worldcoin project.  [03:46] Why Worldcoin is so controversial.   [06:13] The number of people who had signed up for Worldcoin at the time of its launch.  [06:45] One of the main goals of the Worldcoin project.  [07:06] Exchanges that have listed Worldcoin.  [07:29] My thoughts on the success potential of Worldcoin.  [08:51] How Curve was hacked.  [09:45] What Curve is and what makes it unique.  [11:00] How the crypto community has responded to the Curve hack.  [12:11] The impact of the Curve hack.  [14:05] What the Curve hack has taught us about decentralization.    Show links: Sign up here to earn your FinTech StartUp Compliance Pro certification!  Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

Discomfort is the key to growth! Too many professional education courses don't give people the skills to truly accelerate their careers. In this episode, I discuss the reasons why and provide an overview of the strucutre of my FinTech Compliance Professional Certification Program so that you have a better understanding of how it will skyrocket your gowth in the compliance space.   If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:40] An overview of the topic of today's episode.   [01:30] Red flags for continuous education courses.  [02:31] Why many continuous education courses don't result in improved skills in the workplace.   [06:10] Why I regularly revisit my course content.  [07:00] The importance of having the opportunity to get out of your comfort zone during a continuous education course.  [08:24] Common reactions to undertaking novel tasks.  [09:56] Characteristics that make a great teacher.   [10:47] The key to professional growth.  [11:44] What to expect from the first workshop in the FinTech Startup Compliance Professional Certification Program.  [13:39] An overview of the second workshop in the course.  [14:23] Skills that the third workshop will equip you with.  [15:15] What you will learn in the fourth workshop. [16:28] The task that you will do in the fifth workshop and how it will benefit you in your career.    Show links: Sign up here to earn your FinTech StartUp Compliance Pro certification!  Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.

If you've been listening to this show for a while, you'll know that I don't approve of traditional compliance education. So, I decided to create my very own FinTech compliance certification program, and I am very excited to announce that it is going to be launching on September 1st! The program will equip you with all the knowledge and skills you need to become a competent and confident compliance expert. Tune in today to hear more details and where to sign up!  If you found value in this episode, I would really appreciate if you could leave a review! My mission is to help and support as many FinTech startups as possible, and when you leave a positive review, more people can find this podcast and help their companies! If you are on Apple, just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and tell me what your favorite part of the podcast is.    Today's episode: [00:55] The very exciting program that will be launching on September first!  [01:57] The main reasons that FinTech founders don't choose optimal business solutions.  [02:15] Common mistakes made by FinTech founders.  [04:17] My motivation for creating my own FinTech compliance certification program.  [04:36] How the new program differs from the trainings and workshops I have held in the past.  [05:34] What you can expect from the program.   [06:13] Why my program will benefit you more than traditional compliance education programs that already exist.  [06:28] Problems with traditional compliance education.  [10:04] An overview of my approach to compliance education.    Show links: Sign up here to earn your FinTech StartUp Compliance Pro certification!  Interested in FinTech compliance? - consider investing in the FinTech Compliance Self-Starter Package! I would love to invite you to sign up for my newsletter. If you are interested, please click here.