823 Advizers
Rachel
Vice President
Compass Diversified
Amherst College
N/A

Minds Matter

Compass Diversified
Q1Career path
Investment Strategy
Strategic Management
Financial Analysis
1:06
"Understanding its competitive positioning in the market as well as its historic and expected financial performance over the next several years."
Q2Main responsibilities
Quantitative Analysis
Project Management
Strategic Planning
0:56
"every day is pretty interesting 'cause it, it really can vary quite a lot."
Q3Day in the life
Data Analysis
Interpersonal Skills
Communication
1:13
"softer skills, like the ability to communicate effectively, form relationships and have good interpersonal skills, can be just as important"
Q4Most important skills - role
Strategic Thinking
Financial Analysis
Business Acumen
0:59
"I really enjoy getting the opportunity to learn about many types of businesses across interesting sectors."
Q5Favorite parts - role
Project Management
Prioritization
Time Management
1:13
"working on multiple projects at once keeps the job very interesting"
Q6Biggest challenge - role
Private Equity
Business Growth
Leadership
1:06
"I really enjoy being in this industry because I feel I can support business owners and management teams to take their businesses to the next level."
Q7Favorite parts - industry
Competitive Spirit
Determination
Intellectual Curiosity
0:53
"You're more likely to be successful if you're genuinely motivated by that pursuit of knowledge and getting to the right answer as often as you can."
Q8Who thrives in industry
Executive/Leadership
Communication
Confidence
0:58
"I wish that I felt more comfortable earlier in my career, um, kind of speaking up and, and making my voice heard."
Q9Wish known before - industry
Consulting
Private Equity
Investment Banking
1:07
Q10Entry-level positions
Leadership
Career Development
Mentorship
0:52
"It's quite important to find mentors in your place of work who are really invested in helping you develop skills that will really make you successful."
Q12College ideas for success
Problem-Solving
Quantitative Analysis
Communication
1:25
"Studying theoretical math really taught me logic and how to problem solve by breaking down a larger question into smaller pieces and thinking through the steps of how to get to the answer."
Q13How identity impacted career
Leadership in Investing
Consumer Product Investing
Women in Finance
2:46
"more diverse perspectives in the world of investing can only be helpful"