How did you get into the Financial industry or what made you choose Finance over any other line of business ?

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Idk what made me choose finance bc these folks just 🙄

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I chose finance because I had family in the industry already. Also cause there are multiple ways to make a lucrative income in this industry, and a lot of the skills overlap. There are days I wish I had chosen something else though. Maybe tech.

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Some days I definitely feel like I should of chose tech and curious to know how challenging would it be to switch

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I would definitely say this industry hasn’t been the easiest and I stumbled upon it early in life. I wish I had more direction at the time because I could have leveraged my skills better. Moving to CA didn’t make things easier at all. I have stayed in it because the years i obtained. Have a goal in mind and follow the path to get where you will be valued and compensated for your experience.

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Wow I feel like I feel the same… I would love to connect further

I hated my first major in college, which was Chemical Engineering. So I went to something I’m good at, which is numbers, money, recognizing & solving problems.

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I just graduated from a nontarget in Dec 2020 & am currently interning at PwC before I go back to do my Masters. My initial plan was to accept my full time offer and slowly work my way into IB.

I see postings right now for FT IB analyst programs. Should I even try applying online?

Ik recruiters don’t really read cover letters, but I learned about banking rlly late into college. i’m the daughter of blue collar workers who don’t speak English so I never really knew what jobs were “prestigious”

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Hello all, I am a fresher and have joined TCS in 2021. I have worked with mainframe and a bit of Salesforce. Now I am not enjoying the work here as I feel myself stagnant. Apart from that I am not that much inclined towards coding. Can you all please suggest me that shall I make a switch now? And since I am not interested in coding, what are all other options I should look for. Please help me out.

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Are there any specific resources (books, articles, individuals, courses) for someone who wants to focus on being a Group Product Manager?

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I have a undergrad finance degree and 5 years of big 3 credit rating agency work experience, what will help me more to get into a SFA role or product role at a tech company, a T15 MBA or a Georgia tech masters in analytics degree?

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Looking to make a switch from the insurance business (P&C). I just started this earlier this year but its not at all what I was told it would be like during the recruiting process. Was hoping you guys may have some insight, I have a background in sales and customer service. I'm very interested in Financial services (Financial planning, banking, etc. etc.) or something along those lines. TYIA

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What would be considered great operating exit ops at startups coming from VC?

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Hi All,

I have been an automation engineer for around 6 years and wanted to switch my career from QA to a management post or a Business analysist post.
What should I do for it to have this career change

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What do you wish you had known before becoming a manager?

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All else equal, is it easier to become direct admit PP rather than promoted to that role from SM or MD? Seems less obstacles. Thoughts?

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What is the level of senior control management specialist?. What does the career graph look like in terms of promotion?. Help please

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Hi Fishes, need some help in deciding my next company. Have an offer from SAP ,Airbus and Zscaler .
The CTC offered by all of them is almost the same. I want to understand more on the lines of WLB , avg. Yearly hike, and learning ?
Java Full Stack.
YOE : 12 yrs.

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I joined tcs on feb 2022
Recently I resigned, i know it was worst decision to leave tcs early but also worst to join 😁🥲

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I currently am Area Recruiter that would like to transition to a HR Generalist. Does anyone have any ideas to share?

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Hi everyone Kindly let me know which is the best out of these two
YOE: 11
HCL -- 32(includes everything)
Publicis Sapient -- 33
Heard lot of firing in PS and about WLB.
Need company which has better WLB, job security and growth

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Trying to decide it I want to stay in consulting or move to PM. I have an opportunity to jump ship but I am not sure. Any suggestions?

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Hello everyone!

Im working in software currently but want to make a shift into cyber security, I am burnt out on the technical aspect of my current position and would like to make a switch into a cyber position where I play the role of an advisor for different teams, is this possible? what role should I be looking for and what path should I take?

I appreciate your input on this.

How is the Project Manager position at NTT ( Location : Mumbai) ?
Job security?
Pay scale to be asked for as minimum as where does this role stand in internal hierarchy in the company?
( Considering the high cost of living in Mumbai)

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Need to recertify my AWS-SAA cert. any recommendations on best resources given the new test format (SAA-CO2)?

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How did you come about choosing the field of engineering you are in?

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Wish me luck: I just took a job at a new agency in which I'll get paid double as the creative director for a team of 30 people. I'm ecstatic, this is my dream!

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Listening to Rich Dad Poor Dad and I keep expecting every story to end “and then everyone clapped” 🙄

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I recently accepted an offer with B.O.A. How soon is standard for one to work a position before looking for upward mobility?

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Hi Friends! Does anyone here use Twitter? Im tryin to see why people are upset with Elon since him acquiring Twitter. Like what changes did he make?

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Does anyone here work for an RIA? If so, what’s your experience like?

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My boss likes to give nicknames to the team, very annoying. He tried it today, should I let it slide or let him know I hate nicknames..

Hey everyone happy Friday ! I just wanted to ask for some feedback on my resume to see if it’s qualified for any positions within the financial world especially for back office only because I’m having a hard time finding a new position that is willing to give me the growth and development i need. I am open to all the advice and networking thank you!

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Do you have to have an MBA to get a job at Big4? I'm trying to get into Deloitte.

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Should you add your credentials in your email signature? Would love to hear your thoughts. I have an MBA mentioned in mine and I’ve heard mixed feedback about it on the internet. I value my education, also, they paid for my MBA so obviously they want employees to have one.

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Since working in Wealth Management the most consistent advice I’ve received is “Don’t burn bridges” because apparently in WM people firm hop all the time, so you are likely to work with them again at some point.

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