I just wanted to wish all my fellow job hunters a wonderful Christmas break 🎄 I hope you’re able to take some truly well-deserved time off, unplug for a bit, and spend quality time with family and lo… more

What do you do when you wake up dreading the work day before it even starts? I’m hoping Christmas break gives me a much needed rest, but I said the same thing about Thanksgiving which didn’t do much.

What’s one thing finance teams do that builds trust fast?
My answer: admitting uncertainty early instead of defending a weak number.

I’m a first-gen professional in finance, and honestly? It feels like I’m trying to crack a code everyone else already knows. From how to talk to execs to understanding unwritten norms like never send … more

Why do people leave elite investment banks and asset management firms when they claim the compensation is so great?

I have worked in Financial Planning and Analysis for a couple of years in expense management. I have loved what I do at work but now I am looking for my next big move. I'm seeking for some advice … more

My last performance review included one piece of feedback: that I lack executive presence. No real explanation, no concrete examples, just that phrase floating there like a dead fish. I’m hitting targ… more

What’s one belief about finance you’ve completely changed your mind on over your career?
Mine: that being right is more important than being helpful.

I’m thinking of starting my CPA soon. Just wondering how long it roughly takes to complete? Just really feeling like I need something to stand out at the moment!

What’s everyone’s plans over Christmas?
I’m working up until Christmas Eve but then have off until the 5th!
Going to try and spend it seeing as much of my friends and family as possible :)

I’ve seen smart, capable finance professionals get labeled non-strategic just because they don’t dominate meetings. I’m more reserved in group settings, but that doesn’t mean I’m not thinking critical… more

If you had the option would you stay in Finance? Or is there another career field calling you? Or would you simply want to pivot within Finance? ​​

Since I'm in a bowl with other Finance professionals, what do you all think of Dave Ramsey? Are his ideas outdated or does have some good points?

Does anyone know if Investar bank conducts credit checks for employment. Also does Evangeline bank and trust does one also.

Have you ever left a firm with a "no reference policy"? How have you navigated it when asked for a reference from the role? I know people can technically choose to go around it, but I'm … more

Markets seemed to recover somewhat today just when I thought all hope of a Santa Claus rally had been lost. What are you all thinking for 2026? Will we go to the moon if the Dems take back the house? … more

Does anyone else notice how companies talk a lot about diversity, but still seem to hire from the same schools, companies, or career paths? I’ve been running into this during my job search, especially… more

Do you guys ever go on linked in to purposefully connect with someone just to get a referral to their company? I’m just curious how often that happens.

My org has gone through 3 rounds of layoffs that were widely communicated by leadership as workforce changes. So far I have not been affected, but should I take this as a sign to start looking elsewhe… more

Do you prefer solving known problems or exploring unknown ones? Unknowns excite me — even though they usually hurt more.

Just finished my last day until the New year! Woohoo! Hoping I can make the most of my time off.

So, I just got accepted for a job. Did the interview process, online and in person. Everything went so well, I sort of knew I was going to get it. Offered me the job the next day, I confirmed and they repli… more

I just got laid off during probation, after manager initially extending it.Reason he wasn't counting on my father passing away during that time &need more time to evaluate me,I took one week o… more

How would you handle a candidate who requests to bring her infant to a job interview, and how would you evaluate her?

How long should a resume really be? I’ve always stuck to a one-pager because I’ve heard again and again from recruiters and senior leaders that no matter how much experience you have, you should be ab… more

There’s a local firm I really admire. I’ve applied three times now and never made it past the screening call. I’ve updated my resume, had people refer me, and even networked with folks who work there.… more

I may be in the minority here but I really enjoy the team I work with. We had our holiday party this week and it was really enjoyable. Having good coworkers makes such a difference.

Every job description says they want an entrepreneurial mindset, but the second you question a broken process, it’s stay in your lane. I’ve been shut down for offering suggestions, warned not to go ro… more

I’m looking to advance my skillset and to boost my resume so I’m more appealing to hiring managers. What are the best ways to do this? Are there any qualifications that aren’t too timely or expensive … more

What’s the most overrated metric in corporate finance?
I’ll go first: EBITDA margin. Useful, but I’ve seen people weaponize it without context.

What’s the weirdest interview question you’ve ever been asked? I was once asked, “What would your former boss say is your biggest flaw?” It felt so uncomfortably personal and not something I expected … more

Is AI taking over every department and every aspect of work? How are employers tracking down if AI is used to be excused from work? e.g. doctors note?

Do you ever wonder if people make up initiatives just to have something to do? I’ve been roped into a project team that is “reviewing our data sources” and we’ve been doing random meetings and complet… more

I’ve had two finance roles now where my promotion was blocked because “we can’t afford it this cycle.” Meanwhile, new hires show up with higher titles and less experience. I’ve stuck around, delivered… more

Anyone else feel like we need a new name for “business partnership”? Half the company thinks it means “answer my Slack faster,” the other half thinks it means “do strategy.” What do you call it intern… more

Is it worth trying to transition to wealth management? A buddy of mine did it about 18 months ago and seems to be doing okay. The industry seems to be holding up well and even expanding. I'm just … more

CFA charterholder, 8+ YOE in private wealth portfolio management, portfolio optimization, risk management (including oversight of models and tens of thousands of accounts $B in AUM), not sure if I'… more

Every rejection email seems to end with “we’ll keep your résumé on file,” but does anyone actually believe that’s real? I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve read that line, and I honestly can’t reme… more

Most Mondays don't get my blood boiling but since I've come in today I've gotten so many emails about things that need to be done by today or tomorrow. Basically some people want to take o… more