The hottest topic in our sector right now is
.... market focussed investment and growth. This means
investment in people, technology and premises, which we are also
seeing with our clients. Specifically, our presence and investment
in financial services in Scotland. It's a very exciting time
for BDO as we move to new premises in Glasgow and have just opened
our Edinburgh office after a refurb.
Thinking about our organisation's corporate social
responsibility projects …. BDO do a lot of great work on
the social mobility front. This is a cause that is close to my
heart due to my upbringing. I grew up in a council house in a
single parent family and I was the first in my family to go to
university. I think it is really important that everyone gets a
fair chance in life to fulfil their potential.
Financial services is a great career choice because
.... it is a high growth industry, every day is different
and there is an amazing opportunity to undertake a variety of
interesting roles, find your niche and specialise as your career
progresses.
The most important career advice I would give to my
younger self is .... don't be nervous to embrace change,
grasp every opportunity presented to you.
The three best things about working in Glasgow are
.... the people - such a friendly city, everyone is always
willing to help each other.
The culture - great museums, music venues and cultural diversity
across the city
Location - Glasgow is the perfect place to work, I have a short
commute into the city each day and the city is so central, you're
always just a short trip away from a beach or the countryside.
My favourite part of Glasgow is .... the food
scene - from cafes and bakeries to top class restaurants, the
Glasgow food scene has really grown over the past few years.
Outside of work, I am passionate about…. my
family. They are my greatest achievement and my top priority.
My best tip to achieve a better work/life balance is
…. to set boundaries and communicate them clearly.
Everyone understands that sometimes it is way too easy when working
from home to let that work creep into your own personal time. If I
know it's going to be a busy week, I try and pick one day where I
definitely leave work on time and I know I have that night to spend
with my kids.
Favourite boxset? Scandal
Favourite author? I love the classics - George
Orwell
Favourite holiday destination? Scotland. As
much as I love a trip to the sun, there is so many amazing places
right here on our doorstep.