CAREER STRATEGIES
Writing your Resume
You only have a couple of seconds to catch the eye of your prospective employer before your resume lands in the reject pile. Writing a professional resume tailored to your audience is essential.
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> View Sample Entry Level Resume
Interview Preparation
A good first impression makes all the difference. Read about the dos and don'ts of interviewing.
How to Resign
Resigning from a position is a stressful situation for all parties involved. Learn how to exit your current position professionally and courteously.
MY FINANCIAL CAREER PATH
Senior management and executive positions are critical to all firms, if you have experience as an Officer, Director or a Branch Administrator within an Investment firm we can assist you in exploring new and diverse career options.
If you are working as a Branch Manager a logical next step for you would be Regional Manager or entrance into the "C-Suite" in CFO, COO or CEO positions. Another option would be setting up your own firm as the President and CEO.
An MBA designation will enhance your current Management role while opening new doors for advancement. For a head start go to:
> www.csi.ca - Canadian Securities Institute Global Education Inc.
> www.ifse.ca - Investment Funds Institute of Canada
> www.iiroc.ca - Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada
Don’t forget your roots. Did you start out as an administrator or in junior sales? Your staff are integral in making your business run like a well-oiled machine. They work hard to make you look good, by rewarding them and treating them respectfully you will benefit.
Support your sales team, give them investment ideas, give them opportunities to compete – let them air concerns and give ideas for improvements. If your sales team is happy and productive your bottom line will increase substantially.