What a Financial Analyst at Apple Wishes They Knew Before Entering Finance
Frank, a Financial Analyst at Apple, emphasizes the importance of self-compassion in the finance industry, advising that "mistakes are part of growth." The interviewee stresses the universality of errors across all professions, urging those entering the field to "go easy on yourself" and learn from imperfections rather than dwelling on them.
Resilience, Overcoming Challenges, Mistakes and Learning, Growth Mindset, Self-Compassion
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Frank Gallagher
Financial Analyst
Apple
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
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Finance
Technology
Finance
Scholarship Recipient, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Greek Life Member
Video Highlights
1. Making mistakes is a normal part of the learning process in any job, including financial analysis.
2. It's important to learn from mistakes and strive not to repeat them.
3. Don't be too hard on yourself when you make mistakes; everyone does.
Transcript
What have you learned about this role that you wish someone had told you before you entered this industry?
Go easy on yourself. You're going to make mistakes, you're going to screw up, you're going to mess up.
And when you do, it's okay, no matter the job. Whether you're an engineer, a salesperson, or cleaning toilets, it's okay to make mistakes.
You just have to learn from them and do your best not to repeat the same error. Mistakes are part of growth.
So, don't hammer yourself. Don't be too hard on yourself when you mess up, because everyone does.
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