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career transitionWater engineering to finance
#RI-69e33aba·5 months ago·
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Pursuing MBA in Europe

I struggled to break into FP&A and Risk roles due to lack of finance experience

What I wish I knew
"I should have built finance skills during my 4-year gap"
If I could tell you one thing
"Gain relevant finance experience before pursuing a career transition"
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