How Identity Has Influenced A Senior Financial Analyst At Berkadia's Career
Navigating a male-dominated industry, the Senior Financial Analyst found success by actively seeking out external support networks, including "networking events or certain clubs within real estate," to connect with other women. This proactive approach, combined with a resilient mindset focused on adaptability and hard work, allowed them to overcome the challenges of a limited pool of senior female role models in investment sales.
Overcoming Challenges, Networking, Mentorship, Women in Finance, Career Navigation
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Sydney Ladrech
Senior Financial Analyst
Berkadia
California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obsipo
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Business Management & Admin
Real Estate
Real Estate
Video Highlights
1. Finding mentors and role models is crucial, especially given the lack of women in senior positions within the field.
2. Networking and connecting with other women in similar situations helps in navigating the challenges of a male-dominated industry.
3. Adaptability and a positive mindset are essential for overcoming the challenges faced as a woman in a male-dominated field.
Transcript
As someone who identifies as a woman in a male-dominated industry, how has that impacted the way you've navigated your career?
I think it's caused me to look outside of my own direct team or even company to find people who are similar to me, doing similar things. This could involve attending networking events or joining real estate clubs.
It's about connecting with other women in their mid-twenties who are competing or working for older men. This dynamic is challenging, and it's hard to find an exact template.
There are very few women in investment sales, especially in senior positions. Being open about this is important.
While it's challenging, if you work hard and find mentor programs or reach out to people, they tend to want to help. Even without direct mentors, you can try to bridge that gap and figure things out.
Ultimately, it's about being adaptable to the situation and figuring it out. If you have the right mindset, you'll be able to overcome those challenges.