Ep. 3: Creating Viral Content While Being A Fincrime Compliance Specialist (Jennifer Ford-Smith)

Creating Viral Content While Being A Fincrime Compliance Specialist

Welcome to the episode that has it all. Episode 3 of “WE WERE ON A BREAK” - Ross Voice. The series where the host, Stephen Brent Sargeant talks to industry professionals during the Corona Virus (COVID-19) quarantine and gains industry insights and expertise. In this episode, we sit down with one of the most decorated Financial Crime Compliance specialist in Canada, Jennifer Ford-Smith. She was the Project lead for one of the largest remediation teams and has worked for top tier financial institutions and consultancy firms in Canada. Jennifer talks about her journey in obtaining subject matter expertise and also providing creative content in a mostly conservative industry of Compliance. She talks about what skills new AML professionals need to thrive and the type of social media etiquette that builds meaningful industry connections. And what is a conversation with Jen, without talking about her need for speed and passion for racing cars. If you are needing mentorship in the Compliance industry than this episode has you covered. Enjoy and don’t forget to provide feedback, share with a friend or leave a review.

**Disclaimer
The views and opinions expressed in this episode (and all episodes) are those of the host and the guests. They do not purport to reflect the opinions or views of their employers, contractors or any organization they may be affiliated with now or in the future.

Time Stamps (Return back to your favorite point of the episode):
• (1:45) – Benefits Of Creating Content For Financial Crime Compliance Professionals
• (3:00) – How To Express Your Creative Side In A Conservative Industry
• (5:00) – How To Approach Creating Content While Working In A Corporation
• (6:20) – Posting Personal Matters On LinkedIn And Remain Engaging
• (8:45) – Finding The Balance Between Building A Career And Childcare
• (11:33) – Working With Children At Home During COVID-19
• (13:45) – Advice For Professionals Looking For A Career In Remediation Projects
• (16:45) – LinkedIn Etiquette (Do’s and Dont’s)
• (19:16) – The Skills That Are In High Demand For AML/Fraud Positions
• (22:35) – Advice For Those That Want To Share Content But Are Scared
• (24:45) – Dealing With Imposter Syndrome And Being A Women In Compliance
• (26:40) – What Its Like Racing Cars As A Hobby

Stephen Brent Sargeant (Host)
• Linkedin (Best way to reach me) - linkedin.com/in/stephen-brent-sargeant-cams
• Instagram (Everyday type stuff) https://www.instagram.com/stephen_b_sargeant/
• Twitter (I communicate in GIFs) - https://twitter.com/lifesgt
• Business Related Matters (Let’s Collab): [e-mail]

Jennifer Ford-Smith (Guest)
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jenniferfordsmith
• Email: [e-mail]
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/FCInvestigator
• Website: https://jenniferfordsmith.com/
• Fincrime Investigator (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS-fsFKLywrBPsS__Ej-8Uw

Background Music
• Goose Goddi (Music Producer) - https://instagram.com/goosegoddi?igshid=1paia8lwy2x3o