Hey 3H readers – hope you guys are keeping well and staying safe. The global COVID-19 pandemic has certainly made job search trickier than it already is. If you are looking for a new job during this chaotic period, here’s a master list of top job hunting tips to maximize your chances of a job …
More than 20 million people lose their jobs in the US alone every year. With bizarre news of mass firing over Zoom calls nowadays, job security has become more unpredictable during the pandemic. Losing your job is one of the most challenging life experiences you can face, so it is good to be prepared in …
CFA and CAIA designations can appear very similar at first sight, as they both target investment and financial professionals. However, there are differences in global recognition, breadth and depth of topics studied, career focus and exam difficulty. They could even be a complementary set of finance certifications to go for, depending on career goals. For …
Are you looking to move ahead in your career? Whether it’s because you’ve learnt all you can from your job, looking for more money, or simply looking for a change in environment, you’re not alone. Hundreds of thousands of finance professionals change jobs every year, striving to improve their career progression. In this article, we …
What’s the most effective but under-utilized skill in job hunting? Networking. Yes, having a well organized, crisp resume / CV is a good starting point in any job search. But in this article, we will focus on learning how to network properly, the power of networking on your career, and 7 easy tips to kickstart …
There is understandably a lot of comparison and confusion between different financial qualifications. CFA vs CPA is no exception – they even sound similar! We have had chartered accountants share their CFA experiences before, but in this article we will specifically compare the CPA and CFA charter in all aspects: career paths, exam formats, exam …
We talked about CFA vs MBA previously, but this is more fundamental. “Is an MBA worth it” is one of those classic questions that always end up with “it depends”. I do get why lots of people say “it depends”, as the question is so broad and cannot be generalized for each person’s individual circumstances. But what …
So how can we be good at landing job offers? Besides obtaining our CFA charters, the team at 300Hours are also quite experienced in the art of applying and securing job offers. We thought it would be super helpful to collate and share the experience we have learned into a mini job hunting guide, focusing on …
With a good resume and solid networking skills, you’ve landed yourself an interview. That’s a great position to be in. So how do you close the deal and secure the job offer? Here’s how to prepare for an interview to ace it, in 3 key steps. Step 1: Do your research thoroughly This should always …
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