He left Goldman Sachs after 26 years with no job lined up. Now he runs one of America’s oldest banks
After 26 years at Goldman Sachs, Robin Vince walked away without another job lined up. In this episode of "Executive Decisions," the BNY CEO reflects on why he stepped off a successful career path, what he learned during the global financial crisis and how that pause ultimately led him to one of America’s oldest banks.
TL;DR
- Robin Vince left Goldman Sachs after 26 years without another job, taking a 'gap year' at age 48.
- He chose this pause to carefully consider his next career phase and personal goals.
- Vince reflects on his career journey, including challenges at Goldman Sachs and lessons from the global financial crisis.
- He discusses leading the transformation of BNY, the importance of consistency, and balancing work with personal well-being.