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You're a a strong VP.
But are you seen as Director-ready?
For banking and finance VPs/SVPs aspiring to (Executive) Director
You've delivered the results. Taken on more responsibility. Become someone your team and manager can depend on.
Yet when it comes to your next promotion, you may still be wondering:
What else do I need to do?
Being excellent at your current job doesn't automatically mean others see you as ready for the next one.
And working harder, doing more or waiting to be noticed isn't necessarily going to change that.
The shift isn't simply about doing more. It's about how you position yourself, demonstrate your value and show up as a leader.
That's what we'll explore in this practical, banking-specific masterclass.
Don't Leave Your Promotion Case to Chance
Promotion decisions don't begin and end in the promotion meeting.
Long before that, people are forming impressions about your contribution, judgement, influence and potential.
You might be the person everyone relies on to get things done. But are you also the person they see as ready to take on broader responsibility?
Being valued as a strong VP and being considered for Director are not necessarily the same thing.
In this masterclass, we'll explore how to become more intentional about building your case for the next level — without simply adding more to an already demanding workload.
Three Interconnected Elements of a Strong Promotion Case
You don't need to become louder, play politics or turn yourself into someone you're not.
You do need to think deliberately about what you're known for, how your contribution is recognised and whether others can see you operating at the next level.
Become known
What do you want people to associate with your name?
Move beyond being known as the reliable, technically strong VP. Learn how to shape a professional positioning that reflects the value and leadership you want to bring at Director level.
Become Recognised
Do the right people understand the value you bring?
Explore who influences your progression, how to build meaningful stakeholder relationships, and how to make your thinking, judgement and impact visible — without feeling like you're constantly promoting yourself.
Become Considered
Can decision-makers see you operating at the next level?
Understand what helps others develop confidence in your readiness, from strategic contribution and leadership judgement to executive presence and how you show up in everyday and important moments.
These aren't three boxes to tick in sequence. They work together to shape how others know you, experience your value and assess your readiness.
What You Will Walk Away With
1.
A clearer understanding of what changes at Director level - and why strong performance in your current role may not be enough
2.
A framework for shaping your professional reputation - so you can be more intentional about what you want to become known for
3.
Practical ways to increase meaningful visibility - helping the right people see your judgement, contribution and impact
4.
A better understanding of Director-level presence - including how to communicate with greater authority and demonstrate leadership readiness
5.
Clearer priorities for your next steps - so you can start building your promotion case rather than simply hoping your work speaks for itself
Expect practical frameworks, real-world banking examples and private prompts to reflect on how the ideas apply to you.
This isn't about becoming louder, playing politics or trying to be someone you're not.
It's about helping others recognise the value and leadership potential you already bring — while developing what you need for the next level.
Why Learn with Me?
I'm Yan Ping Chua, founder of Reshaping Futures and an executive coach specialising in banking and finance professionals.
I spent almost 18 years at Barclays IB, starting in the backoffice, before progressing to Director in Markets. I know the pressure to deliver, the expectations placed on strong performers, and how difficult it can be to find time to think strategically about your own career.
Today, I combine that experience with professional coaching to help bankers navigate promotion, leadership and career progression.
My approach is grounded in the realities of banking — from my own experience and that of others from the most competitive space in banking — not generic career advice.
And my aim is to help you build a stronger case for your next step without losing sight of who you are or what matters to you.
Ready to Approach Your Next Promotion More Deliberately?
You don't wait for the next promotion cycle to start building a stronger case.
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