Adena Friedman Quotes

Adena Friedman is an American businesswoman who currently serves as the CEO of Nasdaq. She has been instrumental in driving Nasdaq's transformation into a global technology company and has been recognized for her leadership in the finance industry. Friedman's contributions to the business world have made her a respected figure in the field.

You can't be successful in business without taking... -Adena Friedman

You can't be successful in business without taking risks. It's really that simple.

In 1998, Nasdaq started a project called Next Nasdaq - or what Nasdaq was going to become - and they decided to handpick some of the up-and-comers. I was chosen as one of the people. It was a great opportunity for me and, I guess, a reflection of the fact that I was seen as someone who was developing her career pretty well.

I'm hoping that other people can learn from me, both the mistakes I've made or the opportunities I've had, or for the decisions I've made: for instance, not to go and take a lot of different jobs in a lot of different places, but to stay in one place for most of my career.

By definition, risk exposes businesses to danger.... -Adena Friedman

By definition, risk exposes businesses to danger.

When I was a kid, I'd always wanted to take karate, but my parents wouldn't let me because I did a lot of other things, including ballet.

You never stop learning.... -Adena Friedman

You never stop learning.

Play well with others.... -Adena Friedman

Play well with others.

Starting a new job can be nerve-racking , but it's also exciting. You're embarking on a new future, positioning yourself to write a fresh story on a clean slate.

Some companies have a very well-defined program that they bring young people into to help them figure out what they really like to do to get them exposure to senior management early.

I have been measured on my merit and on my accompl... -Adena Friedman

I have been measured on my merit and on my accomplishments.

We need to make sure we are constantly staying ahe... -Adena Friedman

We need to make sure we are constantly staying ahead, thinking about what is coming.

Listen to clients, employees, and peers and stay open to their ideas, feedback, and answers. Doing so is vital to the success of any leader.

I like the idea of using all this science and technology to allow for our clients to have a deeper insight into the market.

Even the mundane task may have something to teach you - especially if it's a task you haven't performed before.

Ideas are only as good as your ability to communic... -Adena Friedman

Ideas are only as good as your ability to communicate them.

There are a lot of jobs in the financial industry ... -Adena Friedman

There are a lot of jobs in the financial industry that do need a math major.

We have the Nasdaq private market. But we also want to make sure that every investor has an opportunity to ultimately join in growth and the success of these great companies that we have that have been formed in the United States.

I've always been on the business side - running P&... -Adena Friedman

I've always been on the business side - running P&L and working with clients.

A leader who listens is one who is malleable and willing to refine her views and actions as she learns new information or hears a better idea.

If someone gives you an opportunity, you better maximize it so that he wants to give you the next one.

I feel like I grew up in the investment business. My dad was at T. Rowe Price his whole career. We lived in Baltimore and had a small social circle, so most of my dad's friends also worked for T. Rowe.

To be the best CEO you can be, you have to be passionate about the business you're running. And I have true passion for the financial markets and the financial industry.

One of many strengths that I often see in successful women on Wall Street is a responsible balance between risk taking and risk mitigation - the ability to assess situations smartly and make the right medium-to-long-term decisions without being lured into reckless, short-term profit-taking.

It's hard not to take it personally when being wait-listed, passed over for a promotion, or losing a client to a competitor. But while feeling aggrieved may be an understandable reaction, it's not productive - it's not a good use of the experience.

I really believe that I've been a better parent fr... -Adena Friedman

I really believe that I've been a better parent from being a working mother.

Many women try to advance in their careers by having all the answers; by being the go-to person for information and advice; or by building expertise in a particular field. However, as they progress, gain broader responsibilities, and grow into leadership roles, they realize that their span of control is too vast to be able to know every answer.

I come to work every day thinking I have to earn my job, and I really believe that. I don't have a given right to my job; I need to prove my value in my role every single day.

Rejection should ignite soul-searching, and the so... -Adena Friedman

Rejection should ignite soul-searching, and the soul-searching must be absolutely honest.

The financial service industry has an image issue.... -Adena Friedman

The financial service industry has an image issue.

Every time you feel entitled, you're making a mist... -Adena Friedman

Every time you feel entitled, you're making a mistake.

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