Lynn Petrella’s Post

It's been a decade since I accepted my first job as an analyst at Goldman Sachs. I still remember every little piece about this, right from getting my offer letter, to stepping into the office for the first time; it all seemed like the perfect job. But here are a few things I wish I had told my earlier self: 1. Your job is not your life: My work at GS was everything. My weekends were spent sleeping off the all the time I wouldn't get to sleep on weekdays. 2. Don't be afraid of the unknown: Quitting GS was one of the scariest things for me. I didn't know what to do next. I didn't even know about the startup ecosystem, or if I was good enough to ever be employed again. 3. Never stop exploring: My job at GS was nothing close to what I do now. And this came from years of learning, upskilling, being uncomfortable not knowing something, having tough conversations. Just keep learning. I am nowhere close to being "sorted" in life, but when I look back, 21-year-old-me would be happy I took the risks, learnt what I learnt, and never stopped figuring out life, and I suppose that's what's important 🙂

Growth & Opportunity

Exciting News!🎊🎉Before embarking on this learning journey, I had a clear goal in mind: to work JPMorgan Chase & Co. Now, I'm taking courses to hone the skills required for my dream role. I'm grateful to have found Forage a platform that's making this journey even easier by providing opportunities to learn directly from the organization and tackle tasks that will prepare me for the job. Today, I'm thrilled to share my first project task on Excel. The main focus of this project is using conditional formatting to explore date trends, patterns, operational abs significant values – like negative or positive sales growth

📈 Exciting news! I just navigated the Virtual Wall Street and proudly completed the JPMorgan Chase & Co. Job Simulation on Forage. 💪 This experience has allowed me to dive deep into the world of finance and hone practical skills that I can't wait to put into action. #JPMorganSimulation #FinanceSkillsUnleashed #Professionalgrowth #Careerdevelopment #Futureready

Based in the US and looking to kickstart your portfolio career? Well we’re ready to help 🤝 JPMorgan Chase & Co.'s Lewis Hall joined our CPD accredited 'Transition to Portfolio' programme with this exact vision in mind and safe to say it’s one of the best decisions he’s ever made! Read more from him in the carousel below and use the link in the comments to learn more about our Transition To Portfolio Programme ⬇️ #PortfolioCareer #FractionalExecutive #BoardAdvisor

Take a look at how you could utilize the Re-Entry Program offered by JPMC.

In school or college in the U.K.? (Most likely aged 15-19?) Morgan Stanley has some early insight programmes designed for you. (Yay… dont you love it when companies engage with talent at this age? I know I do). Have a look at Linda Trinh’s post below and check out the links she shares. Read more about it. Curious about the business and the work they do? Go for it! Deadlines are not imminent but why not take the opportunity of the Easter holidays to apply now. (Thanks Hayley Hayden for your share which allowed me to see the post and start following Linda) #applynow #careersexploration #earlycareers #workexperience

Here are a few examples of crucial indicators for businesses focused on being a catagory leader: 1) what do clients think, where do they spend their time and money? 2) can they attract the brightest grads to work / learn / build a career there? 3) does trust & integrity abound? 4) humility, are the employees moniacly focused on improving the offering and how much do they care? One of the several truly jaringly differentiated things about about this place is the people. They drive our service and culture forward. Excited to meet this years Summer Analysts and feeling their enthusiasm.

"You can't do it alone." It's so true. I've witnessed the crucial impact of a leader who not only understands and believes in their team members' capabilities, but also vocally champions them when they aren't around. I've been this champion for my team members in the past, and I've also been the one who needed a champion. I've had powerful advocates, and I've been burned when that advocacy wasn't as strong as I believed. Regardless of what level of leadership you are in now (or where you will go), make it a point to speak the names of those you believe in. Building others as we rise is truly the most fulfilling and important work we can do. #womeninleadership #advocacy #leadershipdevelopment

With God's grace, I'm thrilled to share that I've accepted an offer to join Lloyds Banking Group as a Business and Commercial Intern. This opportunity marks a milestone in my journey, where embracing challenges and learning from failures have been pivotal. Reflecting on this path, Denzel Washington's words resonate deeply with me: "If you're not failing, you're not trying." Despite facing setbacks at several final-stage assessment centres, these experiences have sharpened my resilience and perspective. Failure, indeed, can be a double-edged sword—it can either foster anxiety or fortify mental strength, depending on one's mindset. Stephen Covey's wisdom, "The way we see the problem, is the problem," has been a guiding light, reminding me that our perspective shapes our reality. As I step into this Intern role with LBG, I'm eager to embrace the challenges and growth opportunities that lie ahead. For those interested in the insights that have inspired me, check out Denzel Washington's speech and Stephen Covey's book "7 Habits of Highly Effective People": https://lnkd.in/dJFst4yu https://lnkd.in/dyt37CVr