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Silvana
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Devon, Pennsylvania
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What career in finance or business would be best for someone who likes being around other people but would also allow for days for them to work alone?
-I'm in 10th grade, thinking about going into finance/business
-Would love to be around other people, but not having that as being the main part of my job
-Like not a financial assistant or a bank teller
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Tyler Reilly
Financial Analyst
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Savannah, Georgia
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Tyler’s Answer
Hi Silvana,
Right now, I'm working as a Financial Analyst in a corporate environment. This means I don't interact with clients directly. My typical week involves a mix of teamwork and individual tasks. If you're seeking a career that offers the opportunity to work independently, I'd suggest considering a role as a business or financial analyst. In this profession, while there's plenty of team collaboration to decide on tasks, you'll often find yourself handling a significant amount of work independently.
Wishing you the best,
Tyler
Right now, I'm working as a Financial Analyst in a corporate environment. This means I don't interact with clients directly. My typical week involves a mix of teamwork and individual tasks. If you're seeking a career that offers the opportunity to work independently, I'd suggest considering a role as a business or financial analyst. In this profession, while there's plenty of team collaboration to decide on tasks, you'll often find yourself handling a significant amount of work independently.
Wishing you the best,
Tyler
Samantha Clark
Business Analysis Consultant
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Cottage Grove, Minnesota
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Samantha’s Answer
Hello! There are plenty of career paths for what you are looking for, especially with a business or finance degree. Business analysis, accounting, or underwriting are some great possible career options.
Afrad Mahamed
Operations & Project Management
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Lakeland, Florida
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Afrad’s Answer
Hello Silvana,
It's truly commendable that you're taking the time to identify what truly matters to you in your career. This proactive approach is a surefire way to find a job that aligns with your personality, making it more of a joy than a chore. Remember, though, that each day brings its own unique set of circumstances. Some days may involve more social interaction or solitude than you prefer.
In the modern workplace, you'll find a plethora of roles that could potentially fit the criteria you've outlined. Certain aspects of these roles can give you an idea of the balance between teamwork and independent work. For instance, roles that involve supporting a team or staff, or those that are more technical or data-oriented can provide different experiences. If your role is specialized, like supporting tech programs or data mining, you might not interact with others as much. However, if your role significantly affects others' actions, you could find the balance you're seeking.
From what you've described, it seems you're leaning towards a typical corporate office role. I would suggest doing some online research to understand what these roles entail, as they can vary across different industries. Furthermore, it could be advantageous to connect with professionals in your field of interest or even try out an internship once you've shortlisted specific roles.
I hope this advice proves useful to you!
It's truly commendable that you're taking the time to identify what truly matters to you in your career. This proactive approach is a surefire way to find a job that aligns with your personality, making it more of a joy than a chore. Remember, though, that each day brings its own unique set of circumstances. Some days may involve more social interaction or solitude than you prefer.
In the modern workplace, you'll find a plethora of roles that could potentially fit the criteria you've outlined. Certain aspects of these roles can give you an idea of the balance between teamwork and independent work. For instance, roles that involve supporting a team or staff, or those that are more technical or data-oriented can provide different experiences. If your role is specialized, like supporting tech programs or data mining, you might not interact with others as much. However, if your role significantly affects others' actions, you could find the balance you're seeking.
From what you've described, it seems you're leaning towards a typical corporate office role. I would suggest doing some online research to understand what these roles entail, as they can vary across different industries. Furthermore, it could be advantageous to connect with professionals in your field of interest or even try out an internship once you've shortlisted specific roles.
I hope this advice proves useful to you!
Tammy Laframboise
Present pension and financial planning information to members of a pension
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Tammy’s Answer
Hi,
I was a financial advisor and it was a good combination of technical skill and interpersonal skill. This is a very good career for someone who has be ability to both understand financial concepts and be able to explain them. The first step, however, is to gain the client's trust and that is where interpersonal skill is very important.
Good luck,
Tammy
I was a financial advisor and it was a good combination of technical skill and interpersonal skill. This is a very good career for someone who has be ability to both understand financial concepts and be able to explain them. The first step, however, is to gain the client's trust and that is where interpersonal skill is very important.
Good luck,
Tammy
Pınar Şuekinci Ayçin
Finance
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Issaquah, Washington
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Pınar’s Answer
Hi Silvana,
Definitely there are a lot of opportunities out in Finance World.
If you are looking for people interaction and also work by yourself. I would recommend focusing on Financial Reporting. It will allow you to work closely with business and give time to work by yourself to build the reports that you are asked, many brainstorming sessions with business partners to understand their need and business itself.
Also with this job you will make the numbers visible for everyone in the company to have a better strategical discussion.
Yes, there is AI that will impact the reporting world, but implementation of AI will help financial reporting to move forward to be more in a guiding side of the job.
Wishing you all the success!
Best,
Pinar
Definitely there are a lot of opportunities out in Finance World.
If you are looking for people interaction and also work by yourself. I would recommend focusing on Financial Reporting. It will allow you to work closely with business and give time to work by yourself to build the reports that you are asked, many brainstorming sessions with business partners to understand their need and business itself.
Also with this job you will make the numbers visible for everyone in the company to have a better strategical discussion.
Yes, there is AI that will impact the reporting world, but implementation of AI will help financial reporting to move forward to be more in a guiding side of the job.
Wishing you all the success!
Best,
Pinar
Susan O'Neill
Commercial Finance Director
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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Susan’s Answer
It's fantastic that you're already considering your career path! Nowadays, it's quite simple to find a job that offers the flexibility of working from home, while also providing the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues in an office setting. Numerous employers are now embracing a hybrid work model, allowing their staff to split their time between the office and home. Pursuing a career in Business or Finance could be an excellent choice for this kind of work arrangement!