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CFA Fast Track: How to Pass the CFA Exams Quickly

Sophie Macon

26 Jan 2024

CFA, How To Study

It takes an average of 1,000 study hours to obtain a CFA charter, so it is worthwhile investigating the most efficient way to pass before signing up. While there are no shortcuts nor exemptions, there are things you can do to tip the odds in your favour.  Having completed my CFA exams in 18 months years ago (see my Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 experiences), I hoped this can be replicated for those who think it is a desirable goal. This article shows you: what ...

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Digital Assets & the Impact of Blockchain Technology on Finance Careers

Sophie Macon

25 Jan 2024

Career Advice

As blockchain technology continues to gain traction, the world of finance is witnessing a paradigm shift. Digital assets, once considered a niche domain, are now emerging as a major player in the financial ...

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How to Network: 7 Easy Networking Tips To Boost Your Career

Zee Tan

22 Jan 2024

Career Advice

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 ...

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CFA Level 1: How to Prepare & Pass CFA in 18 Months

Sophie Macon

20 Jan 2024

CFA, CFA Level 1

How does one obtain the CFA charter as quickly as possible? Assuming consecutive passes (big assumption), the average time to pass all 3 exams in 12-18 months. While the fastest route to pass all 3 ...

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Phone Interview Tips: 10 Clear Steps to Acing It

Zee Tan

18 Jan 2024

Career Advice

My first phone interview was a magnificent disaster. I fumbled my own name, couldn’t go through my work experience without mixing up words, and I forgot the name of who I was speaking to. ...

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Research Analyst Career Path: Roles, Salaries & Progression

Sophie Macon

17 Jan 2024

Career Advice

From a broad perspective, the role of research analyst can be used to describe any individual who collects and interprets data, and presents their findings in a clear way to help guide any ...

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Study Burnout: How to Recognize, Cure and Prevent Them

Zee Tan

16 Jan 2024

Study Motivation

All CFA exam candidates know it. Or candidates for any high stakes exams really. Others may not understand, but we do â€“ the CFA exams are hardcore. The burnout is real. Burnout happens when you simply do ...