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Common Questions Young People Ask About Careers in Finance
Iavjot Kaur • June 15, 2023
If you're volunteering to speak to a group of young people about your career in the financial services industry, you may be wondering what kind of questions to expect. It's important to have a sense of what they might ask so that you can provide valuable insights to these curious minds. In this blog post, we'll explore some of the most common questions that young people may ask when learning about careers in finance.
- How difficult is it to advance to a higher position in a financial services company?
- What is the work culture like between co-workers and managers/superiors in a stockbroker company?
- How do you build trust with clients?
- What are the requirements for working in this industry? Do you have any work life balance? Do you always need to be contactable?
- What is the hiring process like and is it intimidating?
- What are the most important skills needed for working in a job like this? Is it all about academics?
- What is a typical day like?
- What are the values of a stockbroker company?
- Is there a lot of risk when dealing with people, businesses and money?
- How do you get promoted?
- Will robots take all the jobs?
- What causes the most stress in your job?
- What do you not like and would like to give up?
In conclusion, speaking to young people about careers in the financial services industry can be an exciting opportunity to inspire and educate the next generation. By understanding the typical questions they may ask, you can better prepare yourself to provide valuable insights and advice. Remember to be honest, informative, and engaging, and you may just inspire a young person to pursue a career in finance.
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