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1. Rewrote resume 50+ times using C.A.R. framework (Context-Action-Result). Got recruiters to actually read my CV instead of skimming. This alone got me in the door. (Breaking down CAR in the next reel) 2. Asked for feedback after every rejection. Most painful, most valuable. Every “no” from one bank taught me how to get “yes” from the next. 3. Built finance projects nobody asked for. Python backtests, Excel pricers, dashboards. When interviewers asked “show me you’re serious,” I had proof ready while others just talked. 4. Reverse-engineered success by calling people who’d already landed these roles. Asked what ACTUALLY got them interviews vs what they thought mattered. _____ Comment “INTERVIEW” & I’ll DM you my SECRET WEAPON that got me interview-ready (kept this HIDDEN from everyone till now) 📕 _____ 5. Practiced explaining finance concepts to non-finance friends. Zero jargon, pure clarity. When interviewers tested if I truly understood concepts, I was able to explain them clearly. 6. Always kept stock pitch ready, even for casual conversations. Used it in elevator chats with MDs and networking events. These unplanned moments got me more interview referrals than formal applications. 7. Read editorial sections, not just headlines. Hindu Editorial + FE opinions gave me different perspectives. In interviews, I had differentiated & unique takes vs rest of the candidates! 8. Tailored my CV each time while applying - according to the requirements of the job profile! 9. Wrote 15-min reflection diary daily. Tracked what worked, what didn’t. Self-awareness became my edge in interviews. 10. Built question bank from people who’d just interviewed, not generic internet lists. Walked into interviews already knowing most of what they’d ask. Most candidates want the easy path. These habits aren’t easy - they’re effective. Follow @yashverma_ib if you are serious about breaking into High Finance ✅ [investment banking interviews, how to get IB interviews, Goldman Sachs, finance interview tips, finance careers & jobs, how to get top finance job] #finance #investmentbanking #mbaprep #financecareers #financejobs

3 things I wish I knew before leaving my dream job (investment banking) #career #careeradvice #selfemployed #careerinfinance

2 years ago, I had no idea what career I wanted & I spiralled given my work was something I prided myself in. Yet today, I’m certain of the career direction I’m moving towards & that clarity came with these methods ⬇️: 1. Mindset Shift: Direction > Everything figured out it’s unrealistic to have your whole life figured out. you’re constantly evolving in your 20s. More importantly is just knowing the direction you’re headed next - the most successful people have great clarity on their next few steps 2.Action: Clarity Through Experimentation When you don’t know what you want, your goal is to collect data on what you like and don’t like. So try anything that sparks your interest through low-effort commitments such as clubs, school or even summer projects I created content in school clubs & joined investment clubs because I thought I wanted a banking career. When I realised how misaligned it was, that clarity meant I easily pivot & saved myself years of regret. 3. Reality Testing Through Internships Liking something at low-effort commitments may be different from a job. Internships help you test if you truly like it to do it every day. If not, you pivot early & go back to Method 2 (& remember, that’s progress!) 4. Narrowing with Reflections Once you’ve gathered enough real-life data, narrow down by asking: Are you good at it? Do you actually enjoy it? Is this a valuable skill in today’s economy? You don’t need to prioritise all 3 equally. The question that gave me the most clarity was: can I be obsessed with this? Because obsession makes effort sustainable & that’s crucial for long-term growth. no one has it figured out, some just found their alignment a lil earlier follow for more soft yet strategic tips on how to actualise your ambitious 20s 🧚🙂‍↕️ love, adri 🤍 #selfdevelopment #your20s #selfimprovement #productivity #university

Part 5 | Lessons I’m learning while career-confused - careers I’ve considered pivoting into :) #careerpivot

Look, most of us need to work to pay the bills. This isn’t “quit your job and move to a yurt.” This is an invitation to rethink what the security of your paycheck is really buying, and to make a plan while you’re still getting paid, so you have a runway. Because when you’re in a job that looks great on paper but drains you behind the scenes,it’s not always the salary that keeps you stuck, it’s the fear of losing stability. And when you start counting the real cost — the commute, the recovery, the takeout, the shopping, the late-night Ubers — your “secure” paycheck often looks different than you think. This isn’t about burning your life down. It’s about giving yourself permission to ask better questions: Is this job giving back what I’m putting in? And what would it look like to explore something more aligned — slowly, safely, and on your terms? That’s exactly why I created the Finance Your Career Change Guide. It’s a roadmap to help you rethink your direction and create options without sacrificing your livelihood. Comment “money” and I’ll send it to you for free 💝

if you’re thinking of quitting consulting or another prestigious on paper path, comment QUIZ and i'll send you my free 2-min career exit quiz (make sure you're following or IG won't let me message you!) Like and follow for the next one 🏷️ career advice, career change, job search, career pivot, finance to tech

Leaving a 6-figure banking career was insanely difficult. On paper, it looked great. - The prestige - Nice holidays & restaurants - A great salary - Lovely apartment If I stayed I had a guaranteed lifestyle. It’s not that something felt “off”, but I became very unsettled with the life I was leading. I felt a permanent state of low level unhappiness. I realised that I’m wired for risk, for exploration, for trying things. I wanted to take my natural curiosity and work on things that excite me. I wanted to learn new skills and meet more people. In short, I valued the things a corporate career could never give me over the things it could, and I knew I could achieve all the things a corporate job offers on my own - it’s not a matter of if but when in my mind. Sure, people raised eyebrows, but that’s a sign you’re doing something right in my opinion.

No one prepares you for the quiet stress of adulthood. Not the big dramatic stuff. The constant mental calculator running in the background. The checking your bank app before you open a bill. The “can we afford this?” conversation over something small. The guilt when you spend money on yourself. We were told if we worked hard enough, things would feel secure. But for a lot of us, it feels like we’re sprinting just to stay in the same place. That doesn’t mean you’re bad with money. It doesn’t mean you lack discipline. It means the cost of living has moved faster than wages have. And when the math changes, the strategy has to change too. That’s why so many of us are questioning the one salary model. Not because we’re greedy. Because we want stability. Breathing room. Options. If you’ve been feeling this pressure, you’re not alone and you’re not imagining it. There is another way to build. And it starts with learning skills that give you leverage instead of just more hours. If you’re questioning your career path right now, I created a free Career Crisis AI Prompt Pack to help you find clarity and direction. Comment “CLARITY” and I’ll send you a DM.

I’ve used 3 different methods to change jobs in my 7 year career and it’s time to break down and review each of them 👩🏼‍💻 #career #jobsearch #newjob #corporatelife #finance #womeninfinance

People love dunking on “useless degrees,” but the better takeaway is simpler: some majors have a tougher job market out of the gate. That doesn’t mean you’re doomed. It just means you need a plan. If your major shows up on lists like this, stack the odds: Pick a job target early (not “I’ll figure it out later”) Build proof with internships, projects, part-time work Add a practical skill layer (data, writing, sales, Excel, design tools, coding basics) Use the underemployment rate too, not just unemployment Consider location. Some markets hire way more than others This is exactly why “career planning” is part of personal finance. Your income is the engine. Which one surprised you most? #HonestPocket #personalfinance #careeradvice #moneytips #financialliteracy

If your career feels messy right now, read this 👇 We’re taught that success is supposed to look linear. Study hard. Get the job. Climb the ladder. Stay the course. But real career growth doesn’t work like that. It looks like detours. Like “wasted” years. Like starting over. Like choosing the safe option… then realizing it’s not for you. It looks like building something that almost works. Walking away from something stable. Questioning yourself more times than you can count. The hardest part? Not the setbacks. Not the money. Not the uncertainty. It’s the judgment. From others. From yourself. But here’s what I’ve learned: Every pivot compounds. Every “wrong” move builds leverage. Every restart builds identity. The skills stack. The resilience stacks. The clarity stacks. Careers aren’t ladders anymore. They’re experiments. If you’re navigating a career pivot, leaving corporate, or building something on the side — you’re not behind. You’re early in your own path. Follow for honest conversations about non-linear careers, entrepreneurship, and designing work on your terms.

Part 2 is here! Check out Part 1 above 😁 Much love y’all #personalfinance #corporate #careergoals