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How to Evaluate a Job Offer: Our Top Checklist

Zee Tan

14 Dec 2024

Career Advice

After a long and hard job search, you’ve gotten yourself a job offer. Congrats! But how do you know if it’s a good one? It's crucial to know how to evaluate a job offer first, before deciding whether you can negotiate for something better. Deciding to accept a job can be a big decision, and evaluating a job offer isn't easy. In this article, we’ll go through: Why the job acceptance stage is one of the most important phases A checklist before accepting job offer Tips on ...

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4 Solid Ways How Exercising Improves Exam Performance

Zee Tan

13 Dec 2024

Study Motivation

I got into exercising a bit more a few years ago. While I’ve now become a lot more sedentary compared to my fitness peak, I still maintain a fairly active lifestyle, if I ...

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How To Be More Disciplined, Instantly

Zee Tan

12 Dec 2024

Study Motivation

Today, I want to share one simple yet effective technique on how to be more disciplined in your studies and life, that you can implement right away. It all started a few years ago, ...

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How To Improve Memory For Studying: 18 Effective Ways

Sophie Macon

11 Dec 2024

CFA, CAIA, FRM, How To Study

This is a SUPER detailed guide to enhancing your memory retention for studying. In this guide, I’ll show you 18 actionable ways on how to improve memory for studying any exams, with CFA-exam-specific examples. So if ...

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CFA Level 1 Tips: Top Advice From Previous Candidates

Sophie Macon

10 Dec 2024

CFA, How To Study

So you’ve finally registered for the CFA exams as a Level 1 candidate. Welcome! Facing the first challenge of your CFA journey can be overwhelming. But you are not alone, because we are here to guide you ...

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CFA Value: Is CFA Worth It? Should I Take It?

Sophie Macon

9 Dec 2024

CFA, Career Advice, CFA Level 1

Is CFA worth it, especially considering the 1,000+ hours you need to complete all 3 levels over an average of 4 years and the relatively low pass rates? What are the benefits of ...

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Best Finance Certifications: Our Top List

Sophie Macon

8 Dec 2024

Career Advice

We’ve had interesting discussions about CFA vs. MBA before, and whether it’s a worthwhile investment. However, that’s not the only alternative qualifications many of us consider in our pursuit of career advancement. With the various finance professional ...