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Lindsey1808 views

Should I reconsider a career in the financial industry because I'm a girl?

I notice that the majority of people working in finance that I know of are men. Is there a reason for this? Should I reconsider my career goal? #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing

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Theo1430 views

What are the differences between working in finance at a company and investing at a fund?

I would like to learn about the differences in what I would be doing, what the lifestyle would be like, and the qualifications to achieve it. #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing

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Sam1357 views

What are some of the ways I could begin preparing for a future in investing while I’m still in high school?

Aside from doing my best in school and getting good grades, what are some other things I could do? Any books I should read? Any clubs I should join? Any after school programs I should look for? Thank you for your advice #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing

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Carlos1261 views

How can I find an internship for business or finance?

I'm a High school junior and really want to pursue a career in business or finance. I want an internship to gain experience and show an my interest to colleges. I know I'm young but is there any hope in finding a position like that? #business #finance #business-management #financial-services #investment-management #investment-banking

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Percy3320 views

Are there any similarities between real estate investing and stock market investing?

I want to learn both, so I was wondering if there are any similarities that overlap so that I don't have to learn two completely different investment types. #finance #financial-services #investment-management #real-estate #real-estate-investing

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Jesse1857 views

How do I even create assets when I have debt from my college loans?

I feel like I should be paying off my college loans before I even begin to think about investing in things like bonds, stocks, etc. Should I think about managing my finances like this or is there a better way? #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing

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Randall1394 views

I've always been told investing is risky. How do I lower financial risk while still investing in the stock market?

I want to start investing while I'm still in school, but I don't know how safe it is to do so. I know I can't eliminate risk entirely, but how can I better ensure success? I want to get some experience with investing so I can have that when I start trying to get a job someday. That's why I want to get started now. #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing #stock-market

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Tessa1354 views

Are there any other degrees besides accounting that will allow me to still work as an investment manager?

I know working in the financial services industry requires a lot of math and accounting skills, but I would like to study something other than accounting. Would it be wise for me to study something other than accounting? #college #finance #accounting #financial-services #investment-management #investing

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Nerissa688 views

How do I know when it is time to transfer schools

#financial-services #human-resources

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Terri1608 views

Do you need to an MBA to get a job in finance?

I want to work in the finanical services industry when I graduate from college, but I'm still not sure whether or not I should go on to get my MBA. Is it necessary? Will it award me more opportunities? #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing #mba

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Joshua856 views

Do you have any resources for identifying different types of jobs after receiving a degree in finance

I will be attending a college in Michigan to obtain a degree in Finance, but I am not for certain what all type of jobs would be available in that field, other than financial services. I am curious to see what else I might be able to do with this degree. #finance #business #college #financial-services

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Alexander902 views

How will an undergraduate business degree in finance compare with a degree in economics from schools that do not offer undergraduate business majors like top ranked ivies?

As a senior in high school I've applied primarily to business schools interested in pursuing a degree in finance and/or information systems. However, at many "elite" universities like the Ivy Leagues, undergraduate business degrees are not offered. The closest equivalent seems to be economics, econometrics, or something of the kind. How does this effect career paths and competitiveness? Would I be better off attending a undergraduate business school even if I was accepted to schools like these? Any insight on the matter would be great! #finance #financial-services #degree-selection #business

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Helen1101 views

If you had to describe a person perfect for a career in investment management what would they be like and why?

I'm debating between a few careers so I'd like to know what type of person is perfect for a career in investment management so that I can figure out which career option suits me best. #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing

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Thu2172 views

How do you recommend I overcome my fear of pubilc speaking?

I'm hoping that others who have also had a fear of public speaking were able to overcome it and be successful business people. I get extremely anxious when I ahve to speak at all in class, but feel very confident when working alone or communicating digitally. I'm worried this will interfer with my ability to be successful in my career. How did you overcome your fear? What advice do you have for a kid like me? #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing #public-speaking

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David 1442 views

What types of investment management are there exactly?

Are there different types? I'm just trying to understand what kinds of investments companies like PIMCO are managing/consulting. #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing

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Shannon1160 views

Can you tell what it's like to be an investment manager on a day to day basis?

What does an average day in the life look like for you? Are you in meetings all day long or working on your own most of the time? #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing

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Armani1040 views

What are the hours of someone working as an investment manager?

How do hours vary depending on seniority? How many hours does a more entry level work require compared to a more senior role? #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing

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Duaa1092 views

Easiest way to get scholarships?

What are some scholarships that I can receive that aren't competitive and I could easily get? Any tips on financial aid/scholarships would be great #college #money #scholarships #financial-services #financial-aid

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Vivian1108 views

Do a lot of women pursue careers in finance at PIMCO?

I love math and working with numbers, so i'm wondering if at a company like PIMCO, there are a lot of women who work in the finance? #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing

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Remy6428 views

Let’s be honest: Do you have to go to an Ivy League school to get into investing?

I know a college degree is important for getting a job in investing. How important is the exact school you go to? Is an Ivy League school necessary? I ask for honesty because I keep hearing YOU CAN DO ANYTHING from people about everything, and it doesn’t seem like anyone is really just saying what they really feel. It matters to me because if I don’t have the right school or the right grades or whatever I’d rather know up front what is needed so I don’t waste my energy striving for something that isn’t really realistic. #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing #ivy-league

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Danny2826 views

What's the best way to familiarize myself with the financial market?

I want to be in finance because I am really good with numbers and love math, but I have trouble understanding the financial market. #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing #public-speaking

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Madeline921 views

With all the expenses that come with adulthood (bills, food, rent, etc.), how do you balance them all and anticipate surprise costs?

All of these expenses add on top of your student debt, so how do you handle them for a stable financial future? #student-loans #student-debt #debt #financial-planning #financial-aid #financial-services #scholarships #money-management

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Brittany882 views

Can you appeal for more financial aid? If so, how?

I want to get the maximum amount of financial aid possible because I am scared I will be in loads of debt. #debt #student-debt ##debtfree #financial-aid #financial-services

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Nata1288 views

What should I do? Need your advice

I was accepted to a few Colleges that I really like, but Financial aid didn't cover the full cost. My financial situation isn't great. What should I do? #college #financial-services #financial-aid

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JWILLY554 views

What is the salary of a personal trainer.

I am a middle school student who wants to become a personal trainer but I also want to make a decent amount of money. #trainer #student-athletes #money #financial-services

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Jesus1731 views

What is a big mistake people make when they come to interview for a job in investing?

For those of you who have interviewed people for investing jobs, what are some of the big mistakes that you’ve seen? I would like to avoid them in any interviews I get in the future! #finance #interviews #financial-services #investment-management #investing #interviewing

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Ismar791 views

What if the College of your dreams accepts you, but the college you know you should go to does not?

I have been accepted into the school of my dreams which happens to be the best school for engineering in the country. However, it costs significantly more than my second-choice school -almost three times more- However, my second-choice school, which is the one that my family can afford, did not accept me into the engineering major. While I can attempt to appeal the decision, I am not sure if there will be a point. Should I be excited that I got into my first choice school, and wory about the price later, or should I try to get into the college that my family can afford. #college #engineering #financial-services

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liz707 views

How do I get more financial aid?

I am registered for websites that show me available scholarships like Cappex, but I still have a very large sum of money per year that I will need to be paying because I am paying for college on my own. #financial-services

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Mariya876 views

What are some methods to reduce the cost of medical school/pay off debt effectively?

Even though medical school is several years away for me, I would like to be prepared in advance. I've seen that med school is quite the hassle in terms of finances and debt, but that the result is worth it, including the income from a residency after med school. Are there any other ways to reduce debt before graduation? #medical-school #graduate-school #school #premed #medicine #psychiatry #psychology #debt #financial-services

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Abby735 views

Can I turn down my ED school if the financial aid package isn't sufficient?

If I were to apply early somewhere (with a binding agreement) and then accepted, would I have the opportunity to turn them down if it turns out I can't afford it? What's the protocol? #college #financial-aid #financial-services #money #early-decision

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kelsi690 views

What happens in the Bachelor's degree and can't fund it anymore?

I am getting my bachelor's degree and I can't fund it with financial aid anymore so I am wondering how others have done this type of education and have been turned down by financial aid. #financial-services

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daisy781 views

What Trends do you see impacting the administrative assisstant role in the future?

#financial-services #office

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Karen1400 views

How do I apply for scholarships?

I am going into my junior year of high school and I need to start preparing for college very soon. My family isn't well off and so I will definitely have to take out student loans in order to pay off my college debt. I am not too familiar with how scholarships work. My brother is 4 years older than me, but never applied for any scholarships to lower his tuition. I know there are scholarships for almost everything and anything, so if any of you can help me out or link me to any of these scholarships, I will be delighted! If you need to know anything about who I am or what kind of person I am for certain types of scholarships, let me know! #college #student #scholarships #financial-services #scholarship #tuition

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Caroline (Skyler)908 views

Is it more worth it to apply for and/or receive a large amount of small scholarships or a small amount of large scholarships?

It is very time consuming and tedious to apply for one hundred low-value scholarships, but it is difficult for me to write essays for the prompts associated with higher-value scholarships. #scholarships #college-advice #college #financial-services

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Kim1018 views

Should I choose a school based upon preference or financial needs?

I am a senior that is going into computer science. I really love this one college but I also know my finances should be taken into consideration. I am told I will get the same degree regardless but at the same time I know this is the school I really want to go to. What should I do? #college #college-selection #college-advice #financial-services

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Sam6619 views

What is an appropriate attire for a job interview in finance for women?

I hope that some of the women working in finance can give us an idea of what the right attire might be. Thanks so much in advance. #finance #interviews #financial-services #investment-management #investing

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Emma1638 views

Should salaries and annual incomes be a massive factor when deciding upon a career, or should you try and do something that will make you happy?

Does money trump happiness? #financial-services #salary #financial-planning #personal-development

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Katelynn828 views

How can I get more scholarships?

I apply for scholarships, but never seem to get them, I was wondering what I could do to improve my chances. #scholarships #financial-services

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Jeff2446 views

Does every investment manager have their CPA certification?

Do you get paid better because of it? What services can you provide that you otherwise could not without a CPA? #finance #accounting #financial-services #investment-management #investing #cpa

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Henry1222 views

How did you decide which part of investing you would get into?

I heard that there are all different types of investing including stocks, bonds, and other things (actually I’m not exactly sure what). Could you please tell me what part of investing you do personally, and how you picked that type of investing? If you have moved from one type of investing into another, please let me know how hard that was. (What happens if I pick the wrong type of investing to start - will I hate my job forever??) #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing

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Mariya660 views

Will having my own student income negatively influence my eligibility of financial aid?

Recently, I've been researching the costs of attendance at various colleges and universities, mainly private institutions. Through my research, I've discovered that even though the sticker price is quite high, these universities provide their students with hefty amounts of financial aid and grants/scholarships. But will getting employed and having a student income decrease my eligibility of financial aid? If so, is it better to not get a job at all and just stick to volunteering? #job-search #student #financial-services #financial-aid

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Kukiele1054 views

When buying a business how do you tailor it to your specific needs as terms of making it successful and earning an excellent profit.

I want to be successful entrepreneur #business #entrepreneurship #business-management #financial-services #business-development #business-analysis #financial-accounting #small-business

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Katelynn756 views

How can I get more financial aid?

My family is middle class so we aren't able to qualify for any extra money, and we have bad credit, so we aren't able to apply for any loans. Any suggestions besides scholarships? #financial-services #money

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Danica2051 views

How applicable is a psychology degree to the world of business?

I want to study psychology in college, but I also want to make sure I can get a good job with decent pay in business. Is this possible, or should I reconsider my college major? #business #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing #pyschology

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Emily1367 views

Do I have to reapply or resubmit fafsa applications each year I attend college?

I'm going to need financial aid, and hopefully the process will be simple! #financial-services #fafsa #process

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Derrin5422 views

Is working in finance stressful?

There are a lot of movies out there about finance and almost always they show a really intense and stressful work environment. That is exciting but it is also really intimidating. How much of that portrayal is just Hollywood vs. really a reflection of real life in the finance industry? #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing

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What was the best piece of advice anyone gave you about getting into finance?

I would really love to hear what your most valuable piece of advice was that helped you get to where you are now and who gave it to you. #finance #financial-services #investment-management #investing

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Ben 953 views

How can I start day trading?

I am going to graduate college in 2 semesters. I want to want to earn a second stream of income while working a full-time job after I'm graduating. Is it doable to do both? I want to start building up my assets as soon as I can. I have a bit of free time in the morning right now so I would love to start learning now. If you can provide any resources to me, I would I appreciate that. Thanks! #finance #investment-management #money #business #financial-services

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Ben 1174 views

How do I start investing in the Stock Market?

I want to learn how to make a second stream of income. I am currently in my 4th-year of college. I want to develop my assets so I will have a lot of money for the future. I do have a bit of capital to start off with and I am not afraid of assuming risk. How do I best use it? #money #finance #financial-services #business #investment-management #investment-banking

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Kingsley1775 views

Can I study anything during my undergrad and still go on to get my MBA, or do I have to study business as an undergraduate student?

I want to get a degree in history during my undergrad and go on to get my MBA so I can get a good job and work in business. Is this possible? #college #college-major #finance #financial-services #investment-management

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