Career Management
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Manage and Future-proof Your Career
14/09/2018
Proactively managing your career has never been so important. The days when decisions made at university put you on a conveyor belt to the top of your chosen profession at well-defined stages are long gone. Taking personal responsibility for your career and making the most of your working life is... -
Networking – Tips to Make it Easier in 2019
06/02/2019
Have you arrived at an industry event and didn’t know anybody? Did you feel the panic start to settle in? There are a few lucky people who seem to be able to work a room and network effortlessly, but for the majority it does not come naturally. The good news is that there are some simple tips tha... -
Six Strategies for Increasing Productivity
14/01/2019
Why do we behave unproductively? What is the psychology behind it and how can we change our behaviour? Ellis Pecen combines academic research and practical experience to make performance psychology more widely accessible. -
The rate of international assignments has increased significantly in recent years, and going abroad is essential for a growing number of career paths. However, the failure rate for professionals and employing firms is much higher for international assignments relative to professionals who stay in...
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An interview with David Porter, Managing Partner of Apposite Capital LLP, a private equity firm.
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Research Analysts Add Value--Here is Proof
17/09/2018
It turns out that post-event forecasts by analysts — specifically, those conducted after recent results or management guidance — are more on target than those of management, according to a study by AKRO Investiční společnost, a Czech investment firm. -
Staying on Track When Derailment Hits
15/09/2018
James Irving, CFA explores the reality of losing your way on the journey to success. -
On Sustainability
15/09/2018
Experts agree that the term “sustainability” has no single definition, nor is there only one way of addressing sustainability in investing. At its heart are the relevance and importance of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices, which vary between companies, industries and countrie... -
The role of the analyst is not what it used to be. Changes in business models, advancements in technology, and cost pressures — not to mention new regulations coming down the pike — have all taken their toll on the profession. Today’s job market is more competitive than ever, and reaching the top...
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“Marrying machines and behavioural finance is the next frontier,” says Concannon. “There’s a huge question mark over when those two will converge. Considering how important behavioural finance is to this business, that’s a major headwind.”
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Sponsored article from London Business School highlighting their Master in Finance
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“I oversee Responsible Investment. This includes the integration of Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) factors into investment processes across asset classes and geographies.”
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"Impact investing is still a growing market and it’s exciting to be exploring and considering new investment opportunities that support that market growth and ultimately make a positive social impact."
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Returning To Work
14/09/2018
What are the tactics for those who want to return to work but have not been able to access the appropriate programme? The strategy here is like any other career transition. The returner has to be proactive and take the long view, since any career transition usually takes six to 12 months. It’s vi... -
Some Do's and Don't's for your LinkedIn profile.
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Career Management: Using your CFA network
05/07/2018
Tips for making the most of your network of fellow CFA charterholders and CFA UK members. -
In this webcast, business networking strategist Andy Lopata explores some of the key ingredients for a strong mentoring relationship.
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Fintech Careers (Webcast)
02/02/2018
Panelists Shawn Rutter, managing director at Excelsior Search, and Justin Zhen, co-founder of Thinknum discuss opportunities for investment professionals in fintech.