REINVENT AND OUTPERFORM: BECOMING A BETTER LEADER

Reinvent & Outperform: Becoming a Better Leader is a compelling and insightful guide on leadership, drawn from Eugene S Acevedo's extensive experience and thoughtful musings. From formal training at the Asian Institute of Management to practical mentoring at Citibank, the author has a rich background in developing effective leaders. The book covers leadership, strategy, career development, mentorship, and digital banking. It offers readers a chance to grow, reflect, and become better leaders. Contents: Prologue Introduction Reinvent Yourself and Your Career: Countdown to Launch Look Like You Made It Softly as I Lead You Find Your Jedi Master Outperform Your Peers: Lead From the Frontlines Forge a Compelling Strategy Turn Losses into Wins Aim to Outperform Be a Digital Advocate: Embrace Data Science and AI Accelerate Digital Adoption Get a Life: Don't Die Twice You Need a Drink Pet Shop Boy Disastrous and Delightful What Comes Next? Epilogue Index Readership: Aspiring and current leaders across various industries who are seeking to enhance their leadership skills. This includes mid to senior-level managers and executives looking for practical advice and strategies to improve their leadership effectiveness; business professionals interested in personal and career development and mentors, coaches, and organizational development specialists who want to enrich their guidance with proven leadership principles. Students and academicians seeking real-world insights and practical examples of leadership in action; entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to build and lead effective teams, and general readers interested in personal growth and self-improvement who will find the book's principles applicable to various aspects of their lives. 'If you want to know how to lead with charm, this book is for you. Acevedo shares his mindset as a CEO and how you can have fun at work while taking on big job responsibilities.' - Eric Sim Author of Small Actions 'ESA brilliantly combines analytical rigor with genuine empathy in leadership. His physicist's mindset shines through in his data-driven, experimental approach to banking and leadership. A true data science and AI champion, Eugene offers accessible, actionable insights for everyone. His ability to distill complex ideas into 'aha!' moments makes this an invaluable guide for aspiring leaders in the digital age.' - Erika Fille Legara, PhDManaging Director, and Chief AI and Data Officer, Center for AI Research 'Ever wished you had a career fairy godmother? This book is the next best thing. Full of witty advice and no-nonsense mentoring tips, it's like having a wise mentor in your back pocket. A must-read for anyone serious about career development and unlocking their full potential.' - Yi Wen ChuaRegional Head, Investment Platform Strategic Innovation & Transformation, DBS Bank 'Eugene was my boss at Citibank in the noughties before the crisis. He was one of the kindest, well-thought-out and understanding bosses I ever had. He mentored me, was patient with me, and I became a much better person because of him. I am a Star Wars fan and named him Eugione, after the greatest Jedi knights of them all.' - Adam GilmourCEO and Founder, Gilmour Space Technologies 'I once saw a message from my senior manager Eugene, and it said: 'Are you ok? You seem angry.' A quick mentoring session later, I was back to my positive frame of mind. Such was the magic of his perceptiveness, his genuine interest in talent, and his passion for ensuring the right culture. He taught me how to present to a big audience, how to dress to impress and most importantly — how to succeed. I will forever be grateful to you, Eugene.' - Gunjan Kathuria KalraAPAC Commercial Bank Head, Citi 'The mind of a physicist, the blood of a banker, and the heart of a mentor. The pages are battle-tested leadership and life lessons gained from the trenches of leading RCBC from the frontlines. I strongly recommend that we all draw from the well...