Did you know that Sherlock Holmes possesses a wide range of expertise beyond his renowned detective skills? He excels in a variety of fields such as forensics, ballistics, mathematics, martial arts, boxing, language, chemistry, medicine, music, and chess, among others. There's also one area where he's an unsung expert: Anti-Money Laundering! Sherlock's AML proficiency serves as a remarkable source of inspiration, encouraging us to strive for excellence and aim to become specialists that even experts would consult for complex investigations.
Despite being a fictional character, Sherlock Holmes' mannerisms and techniques were modeled after a real-life learned individual. In Mr. Holmes' story, natural talent played a significant role in his success. However, his unwavering commitment to learning and developing his skills, coupled with his resilience in the face of challenges, enabled him to remain at the pinnacle of the detective profession. Sherlock's mastery of deductive reasoning and his unparalleled methods of gathering evidence set him apart from all other detectives.
Being a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist, the author has also been aspiring to learn from someone as exceptional as Mr. Sherlock Holmes. Just the same, the author also wishes to share some of the principles and processes that he learned from the best of his mentors - strategies that have helped him both personally and professionally, enhanced his investigative skills, and aided him in his roles and achievements.
"I still remember the time when I stepped foot in the world of investigation and anti-money laundering. It wasn't a good first day since I was told by my handler, "JM, the next time you send a report, send it to the correct recipient." Imagine sending confidential information to someone who shouldn't receive it while your boss, including high-ranking bank officials, is copied. Surely, I learned my lesson and modeling my mentors really helped in my journey."
One of the important investigative and success principles that will be frequently discussed by the author is called "Imagine!". No, it is not about daydreaming nor the act of staring or blankly looking at the sky. In a useful and effective perspective, Imagination entails brainstorming diverse solutions for practical problems.
"During my tenure as a Jr. QA in an experimental role in a bank, my first mentor, Ms. Fe Quina, was one of my best. She was an experienced QA Officer and a Training Consultant who emphasized that fraudsters are thinkers. To discern them, you must remain vigilant and think more critically than they do."
From then on, a multitude of events occurred, and several mentors imparted invaluable lessons to the author. The mentors' extensive knowledge and wisdom are beyond measure in which the author is compelled to share these teachings as a guidepost for individuals seeking a career in Risk and Compliance, and those seeking to advance their expertise in AML or other similar expertise and professions.
Understanding is crucial to simplifying complex matters, and by comprehending the reasoning and techniques behind fraud and money laundering, even inexperienced detectives can navigate these matters with ease. That's why the author will be including insights from seasoned industry experts and veterans to enrich the readers' knowledge derived from the experts' years of experience.
Subscribe now and keep your eyes and ears open as professional wisdom unfolds to the benefit of everyone seeking the investigative knowledge to prevent Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing. With similar importance, learn the success principles from professionals and experts to advance your skills and be successful in your chosen field of specialization.
Comments ()