What a Financial Analyst at Berkeley Lab wishes they had known before entering the Financial industry
Calvin, a Financial Analyst at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, advises aspiring professionals to cultivate patience and self-belief when entering similar roles, stating that "it can be quite challenging and there is a pretty steep learning curve". The interviewee emphasizes overcoming imposter syndrome and trusting in one's abilities to succeed.
Patience, Imposter Syndrome, Learning Curve, Self-Confidence, Challenging Work
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Calvin Lau
Financial Analyst
Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab)
UCLA 2012
N/A
Business Management & Admin
Energy & Utilities, Government & Public Sector
Finance
Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, LGBTQ
Video Highlights
1. Patience is crucial for navigating the steep learning curve of a financial analyst role.
2. Imposter syndrome is common, and it's important to have faith in your abilities.
3. The employer values your contributions; your skills and potential are reasons why you were hired for the role.
Transcript
What have you learned about this role that you wish someone would have told you before you started?
I think, in general, just having patience is important. Realizing that it can be quite challenging and there's a pretty steep learning curve is also key.
But you know, they hired you for a reason. Understand that you have a lot to offer and push away that imposter syndrome that's in every single one of us.
I think having that faith in yourself to be able to deliver on the work is really helpful.