The graduate application journey can be incredibly challenging. However, what truly pushes us forward is our commitment to our goals and the perseverance to overcome obstacles that ultimately shape our success. My most important piece of advice is as follows: Your past is important but it’s your unwavering commitment to your dreams and the determination to overcome challenges and failures that will lead you to the remarkable destinations you aspire to reach. “It doesn’t matter where you are coming from, all that matters is where you are going.”

Curiosity drives learning and innovation. By being curious, you open yourself up to new experiences and knowledge. This means asking questions, seeking out new information, and being willing to explore unfamiliar areas. Authenticity is about being true to yourself and your values. When you are authentic, you build trust and credibility with others. This involves being honest, transparent, and genuine in your interactions. Proactive. Instead of waiting for things to happen, you make things happen. This involves planning ahead, taking responsibility, and being prepared to act. At LBG we want to see the real you, we want to see your curiosoity for the role your applying for and we want to see that your enthusiastic about all things LBG. Make sure you know our values and our strategy, that way we see you have proactively taking an interest in the company as a whole, not just the role.

Growth: Be open to every opportunity to learn and develop your skills. Seek feedback, tackle new challenges and remember to embrace change; this mindset will help you grow in your role and advance in your career journey. Communication: Effective communication is crucial. Share your findings and insights clearly with your team and build strong relationships with clients. Good communication allows effective collaboration and keeps everyone aligned to meet the common goal. Courage and curiosity: Speak up about potential risks or concerns; being curious and challenging the norm can lead to the creation of better processes, all leading to a safer and more efficient financial environment.