I decided to become a financial adviser after breaking my kneecap while skiing in Canada. It was a first-hand experience for me of the value of insurance.
Being a financial adviser requires skills beyond just the financial. They include prospecting, problem-solving and most importantly relationship building. I’m deeply appreciative of clients for trusting in me and approaching me for help when they most need it. I also appreciate that my problem-solving skills allow my clients to go about their days worrying less. I’m proud to have clients who have faith in what I do and trust what I do for them. It gives me a sense of accomplishment to know they trust me to be there in times of need.
Finance requires you to think, ‘OK, with this information, what can I do to better my position?’
Finance demands strong analytical skills that enable you to understand how markets work, what the numbers mean, and how to better prepare for the future. It does not stop at analysing, but also requires you to think, ‘OK, with this information, what can I do to better my position?’ This ability to make a difference is what attracted me to finance in the first place and helps me enjoy every aspect of my job.
ACCA has trained me to be comfortable with numbers, especially when explaining difficult concepts to people who are not financially trained. It’s also empowered me to think strategically, to be meticulous and to always plan. ACCA’s professional network has provided opportunities for me to connect with individuals and corporates. I’m also thankful there are ACCA members who approach me regarding insurance.
I aspire to be a lecturer in financial management. I enjoy teaching concepts that are applicable to daily life and I want to make an impact on people’s lives. In fact, if I weren’t an accountant, I’d probably have been a professor.
A lot of my time outside work is spent studying for a master’s in professional accounting. I am passionate about gaining new knowledge that is relevant to the accounting profession; I particularly enjoy learning about investment management and capital markets. Studying is an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share global perspectives on finance. And, it allows me to work towards my career ambition of becoming a lecturer so that I can inspire and educate future students in understanding the nature of financial management.
When I’m not learning, I enjoy planning trips. I like exploring, going on adventure activities and catching up with friends, especially since we are all busy with work.
