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Rodney B.
Personal Banker I/NC Notary Public/Bankwork$ Alumni/Financial Specialist/Customer Service Specialist
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Verna Joy S. Teves
Pre-lit Paralegal| Insurance & Records Specialist| Demand Writer| Executive Assistant|SMM
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As a Case Assistant Manager, I once had a Case Manager who, months ago, found that our firm wasn't the right fit and decided to move on to another opportunity. On her last day, she shared three valuable insights with me:1. **Every firm is unique:** If you didn't fit in here, it doesn't mean you won't thrive elsewhere. There are thousands of firms, and you'll find one where you belong.2. **Learn from challenges:** Use any issues you faced here as learning opportunities, but don't let them weigh you down at your next job. Grow from them and improve.3. **Define your own path:** Your career isn't defined by your experiences here. Take the chance to redefine yourself and your goals in your new role.Since then, that Case Manager has achieved great success in her career. Her journey taught me that finding the right fit is crucial for professional growth. It's about learning, growing, and making a positive impact wherever you go.Now, as today marks my last day at this firm, I reflect on these lessons. I've learned the importance of finding a workplace that aligns with my values and goals. I'm excited to embark on a new chapter, ready to apply these lessons and continue growing professionally.
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Lou Earp - Legal Careers Specialist
Legal Careers | Coach | Mentor | EDI Advocate
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Not saying I'm excited to start my new job on Monday, but if I said I'm not, it would be a lie! The role I'm going to be doing sits at the absolute core of my values within the early careers space and I cannot wait to get stuck in! #earlycareers #legalcareers #lawjobs #lawstudents #legalstudents
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George Boulos
Purchasing and Procurement
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With all this career hunting lately, I was thinking back to my first major office job. I started in Academia, as an Assistant to the Undergraduate Advisor, but within nine months, I was promoted to Office Manager. I didn’t plan for it—I just focused on working hard, staying sharp, and helping as many people in the department as I could. That effort paid off, and I found myself taking on broader responsibilities in financial management, administrative operations, and problem-solving on the fly.A huge part of that growth was thanks to my supervisor at the time, who had the willingness to teach a young adult an entire set of professional skills that would stay with me for years. Her mentorship, patience, and trust gave me the opportunity to step up, and for that, I’ll always be grateful.That role taught me how to navigate different systems, collaborate among staff, and manage the unexpected—skills that have stuck with me ever since. Looking back, I’m thankful for the mentors who guided me, the challenges that pushed me, and the lessons that still inform my work today. Every career has a starting point, and for me, that first deep dive into academia was where I started sharpening the skills that continue to serve me in every role since.For anyone just starting out: embrace the learning curve. Every experience adds to your toolbox.And to all the supervisors out there—don’t take for granted how much of a role you might play in shaping someone’s ultimate career. Your patience and guidance might just lead to some of the greatest accomplishments in the world.
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Maxine Harvey
Financial Services Professional specializing in T&C and adviser induction. A fan of fixed term contracts.
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One year ago I stepped away from corporate life with the intention of retiring, had enough, the whole lot. Those who know me know that I had done the maths to make it work.Within days I was asked to help out on a Consumer Duty project for 6 months which turned into nearly 10 months. I did it because I was able to work 4 days a week on an employed contract and learn things on the journey.I am about to start another FTC on 4 days a week with Argentis- yes I know I was there before! What I have learned from this-* I need to work for the social contact. Isolation doesn’t suit me or keep my brain active.* It’s scary to take that first step but trust yourself even if it feels counter intuitive.* You make your own luck. “Luck is when opportunity meets preparation”(was that really Oprah Winfrey?) so prepare yourself, learn relevant skills and knowledge.* Find your own acceptable work/life balance, especially if you are of an age.* It doesn’t have to be all or nothing.Look after yourself. I’m resting here before my next role.
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Antony Berou
I recruit credit, prudential & treasury risk for leading banks, funds and insurers | Head of Risk, Treasury & Quantitative Analytics Recruitment | We recruit across the entire risk spectrum | MHFA | Actually Autistic
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I couldn't be happier to be sharing this news!At the start of this year, I hired Marine Soares into the risk team. Marine already worked for Barclay Simpson in our former European division. While switching to a new market and a different way of working had it's risks, I had some insight into her potential.As with any new hire, I felt that sense of trepidation: what if this doesn't work out? How will this reflect on me as a manager? Is this going to blow a massive hole in my budget?Approaching the half-year mark, reflecting on the year to date, I couldn't be happier with her progress.It took us a couple of months to figure each other out. I had to identify both her strengths and gaps in her knowledge. She, in turn, had to understand my expectations, priorities, and the standards I set for my team.I'm delighted to say we found our groove pretty quickly. Over the past couple of months, Marine has gone from strength to strength.She made two excellent placements in Q2 that were not straight forward.She then followed that up with a four-day trip to Paris, Luxembourg, and Geneva, where she met with 18 clients.She picked up eight new roles in the process, from risk manager to head of risk, with some very prestigious firms.She has already delivered shortlists for most of these roles and has interviews lined up.With the pipeline of candidates she's speaking to, I have no doubt she will have an excellent Q3. And this feels like the beginning of something amazing.These achievements are testament to Marine's intelligence and work ethic. Coupled with her ability to absorb and implement new ideas, her future looks very bright.Developing recruiters is the part of my job I love the most. Watching someone grow in confidence and start to flourish outweighs any personal achievements.As a grizzled veteran, making placements doesn't give me the same buzz it did 25 years ago. Don't get me wrong, I still love making placements! But it doesn't compare to the satisfaction of seeing someone start to fly.Well done, Marine. Keep up the amazing work!
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Rachel Covey
Inclusive Leadership Recruitment for Social Impact | Trustee
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How long does it take you to settle into a new role? As I approach two years in my first recruitment position and one year as a Trustee, I have reflected on this question.Most jobs have a six month 'probationary period', there is also the unwritten grace period you're given when you're learning the ropes (which wildly varies depending on so many things!) and that unspoken thing of when you feel 'comfortable'. As someone who loves to learn, I actually value the feeling of not 'knowing it all' months and even years into a role, it drives me to uncover different aspects of responsibility to understand and improve.This year I want to delve deeper into my lesser understood areas of responsibility as a Trustee and develop in the depth and breadth of my job role to follow that feeling.What drives you to keep turning up? #NewYearBetterMe #ProfessionalDevelopment #AlwaysLearning
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James Everett
Deputy Director of Human Resources of Summit County, CO
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One day, a young professional came to me, frustrated and ready to quit because they had a "bad" manager/supervisor.I smiled and asked, "When you move on to your next role, will your feelings about this supervisor (good or bad) be transferable to your next role?" They paused, and with a confused expression, they said, "No."I leaned in and offered this: "When you go back to work, take a moment to observe your supervisor. Identify something they’re good at—something they excel in that you don’t yet have. Humble yourself and ask them to teach you that skill. Once you’ve gained it, that real, transferable skill, then decide if it’s time to leave."A month later, the young professional returned to thank me for helping them shift their perspective and to report their better working experience. ---Never let anyone in an organization hold the power to dictate your departure. You control you, especially when you learn to live, work, and play by your own tune!
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Dexter Coultas
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They say starting young gives you an advantage, and I couldn’t agree more.Getting into estate agency at a young age has been one of the most valuable decisions I’ve made. It’s not just about learning how to value properties or negotiate deals; it’s about developing discipline, resilience, and people skills that will stay with you for life.The truth is, estate agency isn’t just about houses; it’s about people. And the sooner you learn to connect with people, understand their needs, and navigate challenges, the better equipped you’ll be—not just for this industry, but for life.Joining Pilkington Estates has been a huge part of that journey. Being part of a team that values fresh ideas and genuinely invests in your growth makes all the difference. It’s an environment where you’re encouraged to learn quickly, think big, and provide exceptional service to clients.To anyone considering a career in estate agency: don’t wait. The earlier you dive in, and the better the team you join, the sooner you’ll start building a foundation for success that will pay dividends for years to come.Here’s to learning, growing, and playing the long game.#EstateAgency #CareerGrowth #LessonsLearned #YoungProfessionals #PilkingtonEstates
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Christopher Ziluca
Risk Management Professional / Executive and Business Leader
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Great way for you to get to know us and for us to get to know you while doing hands on learning, building your resume and learning important elements of a banking career!
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