Hi, I'm Russell, welcome to my website which is simply, about me. You'll find more about me personally and professionally below. My site is new and more will be added in time but for now... keep scrolling!

Summary About me:

Russell Durrant

Finance and Business Professional

Hobbies and Interests

Sports & fitness
Guitar
Homelabbing
Woodworking
Snowboarding /Paddleboarding
Home renovation
Environment & sustainability

Work values

My key values that I look to fit with new workplaces and roles

Be yourself

Stick to your values and beliefs, don't let anyone try to change who you are to fit into a work environment.

Improve everyday

Make small changes and improvements in all aspects of life.

Determination

We learn more from our failiures and should not be discouraged if something didn't work or turnout as expected. We learn and try again.

Challenge Yourself

Go beyond your comfort zone to find your limits. Embracing these challenges to develop knowledge and skills.

Balance / relax

It's important to take time for ourselves everyday. To do something we enjoy and switch off.

My Clifton Strengths

Relator

The Relator strength, signifies an individual's ability to build deep, trusting relationships with others. In the context of finance, this strength is invaluable for fostering strong client connections, understanding their needs, and providing tailored advice. Relators excel in teamwork and collaboration, making them effective in financial planning and investment strategies, as they can create a supportive network that encourages open communication and shared goals.

Achiever

The Achiever strength reflects an individual’s relentless drive and commitment to accomplishing goals, which is particularly valuable in the finance sector. This strength enables professionals to set high standards for themselves, maintain a strong work ethic, and consistently deliver results. Their ability to track progress and celebrate milestones ensures that projects are not only completed on time but also exceed expectations, fostering a culture of excellence within financial teams.

Arranger

The Arranger strength is characterised by a unique ability to organise resources and people efficiently. In the context of finance, this skill proves invaluable as it enables individuals to effectively coordinate complex financial transactions, optimise workflows, and manage diverse teams. Arrangers excel in identifying the right personnel for specific tasks and streamlining processes to achieve financial objectives, ultimately enhancing productivity and fostering a collaborative environment within finance teams.

Learner

The Learner strength embodies a deep passion for acquiring new knowledge and skills, particularly valuable in the finance sector. Individuals with this strength thrive on understanding complex financial concepts and continuously seek opportunities for growth, whether through formal education or practical experience. Their innate curiosity drives them to stay updated on market trends and financial innovations, ensuring they are well-equipped to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of finance and make informed decisions.

Individualisation

Individualisation emphasizes an individual's ability to recognize and appreciate the unique qualities of others. In the context of finance, this talent allows professionals to tailor financial advice and solutions to the specific needs and goals of clients and colleagues. By fostering personalised relationships and understanding diverse financial situations, individuals with this strength can create impactful strategies that resonate with each client's distinct circumstances, ultimately leading to increased satisfaction and trust.

Competition

Competition reflects an individual's drive to outperform others and achieve excellence, particularly in finance. Those with this strength thrive in high-stakes environments, leveraging their innate desire to win to guide strategic decision-making and performance. In the fast-paced world of finance, competitive individuals often set ambitious goals, motivating themselves and their teams to excel and deliver results that surpass expectations. This relentless pursuit of success can differentiate top-tier professionals in the industry.

More about me:

By profession, I am a trained accountant and a member of the ACCA. I have 20 years' experience within the Finance Department, across a number of different business sectors. I started at the very beginning doing sub-ledger roles, accounts receivable and accounts payable. I worked my way up through the Finance Department and have spent a number of years in senior finance leadership roles. To find out more, please go to my professional page (currently in development).

I have a keen interest in fitness and general health and well-being, both physical and mental. I have a condition known as Ice Syndrome, which is very rare eye condition and I'm blind in one eye.

I go to great lengths to maintain the health of my one good eye. Due to leading a sedentary work life, I find that mobility and general overall fitness are very important, even when you have an desk-based job.

Applying fitness in the Office

What?... I need fitness to sit at a desk??

Yes, to a fashion, you may not need a high cardio fitness level but...

Strength and conditioning is important as we get older, more so if we spend all day sat a desk or being sedentary, the years have a cumulative effect.

It's important to take regular breaks and work on mobility to be able to help our bodies function as they should. The earlier we start the more we'll be able to enjoy those years of retirement - whenever they may start.

Important areas to focus on are:

Shoulders / Neck
Hips/Glutes
General mobility

Other areas that can then help our performance at work

Mindset & psycology

Follow my journey through staying fit in sedentary work and renovating an old property in need of some care

More coming soon