This exec changed careers so he could wear a suit. Now he’s a CEO
by Rachael Bolton · Australian Financial ReviewRachael BoltonWork and careers reporter
May 1, 2026 – 5.00am
Breakfast with the Boss
We sit down with a business leader to talk morning routine, productivity tips and getting ahead. This week, we speak to Alex Zaika, local boss at Global X EFTs, which manages more than 100 exchange-traded funds globally, including 45 listed on the ASX.
What’s your morning routine like?
I get into the garage and get on the bike – a Peloton. I like [the instructor] Cody. He’s hilarious. But really I just press the first one. I do that for about half an hour. Exercise is my personal time and my thinking.
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Rachael BoltonWork and careers reporterRachael Bolton is a veteran technology and culture reporter who covers the work and careers beat at The Australian Financial Review. Send her tips about workplace culture, artificial intelligence, layoffs or other work-related issues via the encrypted messaging platform Signal (@RachaelBolton.01). Email Rachael at rachael.bolton@afr.com
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