Favorite Parts Of Working In The Private Equity Industry As A Staff Accountant And Office Manager
Bridgette, a Staff Accountant & Office Manager at a Private Equity Firm, notes that success in the industry often involves inherited financial backgrounds, observing that "it's unique to find people who are not from, um, or born into the industry and pick it up along the way." However, the key to thriving, regardless of background, is a strong work ethic and the ability to "adapt to change."
Hard work, Adaptability, Financial background, Career progression, Industry knowledge
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Bridgette Clark-Johnson
Staff Accountant & Office Manager
Private Equity Firm
University of New Haven
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Accounting
Finance (Banking, Fintech, Investing)
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Video Highlights
1. People who thrive in private equity often come from families with finance backgrounds, demonstrating the value of networking and mentorship.
2. Hard work and adaptability are crucial for success in the private equity industry.
3. It's possible to enter the private equity industry without a family background in finance, highlighting the importance of perseverance and skill development.
Transcript
What would you describe people who typically survive in this industry?
People who typically thrive in this industry, I think, kind of goes back to what we were saying. People whose parents are finance professionals as well, you know, they passed that down onto their kids. So it's unique to find people who are not from, or born into the industry and pick it up along the way.
As far as thriving, you just have to be a hard worker and willing to adapt to change in order to succeed in the industry, I would say.
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