Resilience and Empathy: Guilherme Benchimol’s Journey to Big Dreams

Guilherme Benchimol is an inspiring example of how resilience, empathy and the pursuit of big dreams can shape a successful career. In the following text, you'll find reflections from the co-founder and Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors of XP Inc.

In the fast-paced world we live in, simplicity and kindness can seem rare qualities in the face of the prevalence of arrogance. During one of his visits to our institution, Guilherme Benchimolfounder of a successful financial company, highlighted the importance of cultivating these skills along with empathy and resilience throughout life. According to the entrepreneur, these skills are fundamental to achieving success.

Benchimol emphasized that although resilience is rooted in our body, it is not always fully developed in our spirit. However, it is always there, sending a clear message: never give up. 

"I'm not sure I can do it, but I'll try. I don't know how to do it, but I'll try. I know how to do it, but I'm going to try." 

These words resonate with his entrepreneurial journey, a path full of challenges, in which he has found the strength to persist, even in difficult times.

Guilherme Benchimol: the importance of finding a purpose

On his blog, Guilherme shares remarkable experiences, such as the "MBA Fora de Série" project, in which he interviewed notable personalities from the market and sport. On these occasions, he realized that sharing life experiences is essential for those who really want to develop.

As well as technical skills, like us, Benchimol also values "human skills", known at Link as People Skills. He also emphasizes the importance of investing in financial education in Brazil.

According to the entrepreneur, our country is very lacking in this respect.

Personal life and career: is it possible to find a balance?

During the interview, Guilherme emphasizes the need to balance personal and professional life. 

He shares his experiences as the father of three children, showing how he encourages the entrepreneurial spirit in them from an early age. His daughters even work once a week in the company, learning the importance of effort and entrepreneurship.

When talking about big dreams, Guilherme points out that not everyone has this ambition inside them, but for him, this is an essential factor in getting there.

According to the mentor, dreams are fuel for life, making it more meaningful and rewarding.

Currently, the major project of XP Investments is to expand and improve its services to reach more people in Brazil and around the world, with the aim of transforming the financial market and promoting financial education on a large scale.

Without a doubt, Guilherme Benchimol is someone that entrepreneurs should be inspired by.

Watch the executive's interview in full on our YouTube channel.

See you next time.