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Adventures in Compliance: The Last Bow Stories – Pattern Recognition Lessons from The Adventure of The Dying Detective

Welcome to a review of all the Sherlock Holmes stories which are collected in the work, “The Last Bow“. It is a collection of eight detective stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, from 1908 to 1917. The collection spans some of the most intriguing cases and mysteries that Holmes and his loyal friend Dr. John Watson tackle.

Today we take up The Adventure of the Dying Detective, which appeared in Strand Magazine in December 1913, as we consider investigative lessons for compliance professionals from The Adventure of the Dying Detective.

Drawing parallels between Sherlock Holmes’ detective methods and compliance strategies, Fox highlights crucial lessons such as attention to detail, recognizing patterns, understanding human behavior, effective timing, and staying ahead of challenges. Using Holmes’ investigative tactics as a model, Fox provides practical advice for compliance professionals on detecting and preventing risks. The podcast encourages listeners to subscribe, review, and engage in discussions about Holmes’ stories and their relevance to compliance.

Key Highlights:

  • The Plot Unfolds: Holmes’ Illness
  • The Confrontation with Culverton Smith
  • Holmes’ Ruse Revealed
  • Compliance Lessons from Holmes
  • Pattern Recognition Lessons for Compliance Professionals

 Resources:

The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes

Sherlock Holmes FAQ

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