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Christopher Sanchez ⋅ Yonkers, NY U.S. Army National Guard, Sergeant ⋅ 7 years served

I am not currently in a target school but trying to land an internship in Investment banking, Private Equity, or a trading firm. How can I try and at least get an interview with the companies I am interested in other than just submitting my resume on linkedin or handshake?

I dont have anything on my resume that helps me to break into the finance industry. I attend Fordham University where I am majoring in...

8 days ago General 5 answers

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Pamela Bradley ⋅ Hanover, MD U.S. Marine Corps, Master Gunnery Sergeant ⋅ 10 years served

What opportunities exist for Mentoring or being Mentored?

I would like to know more about your Mentoring/Mentee opportunities. Please share with me the programs and networks that allow for these types of...

11 days ago General 3 answers

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Carey Jones ⋅ Elbert, CO U.S. Army, Captain ⋅ 4 years served

I am interested in pursuing contracts on my own. Any suggestions on getting started?

I have already registered with all the appropriate agencies and am legally able to bid on contracts in SAMS. I have pursued a SBIR contract,...

22 days ago General 2 answers

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Ryan Jones ⋅ Spring Hill, FL U.S. Army, Sergeant First Class ⋅ 20 years served

Is their a "sales" or customer service position that does not include many cold calls?

I love talking to people. I love meeting new people. I have never met a stranger, unless I am calling them on the phone. It...

one month ago General 2 answers

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THOMAS WALSH ⋅ Ardmore, PA U.S. Navy, Petty Officer Second Class ⋅ 5 years served

How does the advisor system work?

I've just signed up, and am here because I am a pre-9/11 vet. I know with the regular ACP for post-9/11 vets, one gets paired...

one month ago General 3 answers

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David Brown ⋅ Naples, FL U.S. Navy, Petty Officer Second Class ⋅ 6 years served

Sales Competition

Good Afternoon, I am currently scheduled to take part in a virtual sales competition for Gartner, a company that I have been pursuing a career...

one month ago General 2 answers

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David Brown ⋅ Naples, FL U.S. Navy, Petty Officer Second Class ⋅ 6 years served

How set in stone is the degree requirements on a job post?

I am currently in school, I will graduate in October 2021. I see a lot of jobs that require a degree for even entry level sales...

2 months ago General 6 answers

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David Brown ⋅ Naples, FL U.S. Navy, Petty Officer Second Class ⋅ 6 years served

Trying to land a sales role, or any role, at Gartner but struggling to get to the interview. Any ideas?

I’m currently a service technician at Mercedes-Benz. I’ve been a service tech for 6 years now as that was my chosen career path post...

2 months ago General 5 answers

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Renardo Surles ⋅ Jonesboro, GA U.S. Army National Guard, Private ⋅ 1 years served

What advice do you have for some one seeking part time work I would like to try getting a part time job at a fast food restaurant

I worked at 5 different fast food restaurants in the past

3 months ago General 2 answers

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Reis McCullough ⋅ Olney, MD U.S. Army, Sergeant Major ⋅ 19 years served

Strategies for joining a real estate brokerage in Maryland

Planning on completing pre-licensing requirements and becoming a licensed Real Estate agent in MD by beginning of 2021. Would appreciate any advice in joining a brokerage ...

4 months ago General 4 answers

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