The decisions you make in the early stages of your career will have a massive impact on your trajectory. Sound intimidating? It doesn’t have to be.
49 Financial is dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders and equipping twenty-somethings for personal and professional success. Join us as we dive into conversations with our team and external experts to provide valuable career coaching, encouragement, and insights.
On this episode, we are joined by a friend of 49 and business owner, Erin Johns. Erin talks about how work can be the place where we discover the unique strengths and abilities that make us who we are. She touches on: How to define strengths and discover what your specific strengths are, including some helpful tools and assessments included below How to lean into our strengths at work How to manage our weaknesses in light of our strengths Erin has a Bac...
7 Jun 2023
Why Work? Life with Kyle Sims
In this episode, Kyle Sims shares how work is what fuels his life outside of work, including: How he pursues work-life harmony (not balance) and how that framework helps him make decisions about how to use his time. Why so many people tend to overwork (hint: it’s about identity) What he’s learned about work and life from working as a financial advisor for those in retirement or preparing for retirement Kyle Sims serves as one of the co-founders at 49 F...
31 May 2023
Why Work? Confidence with Rocky Garza
On this episode, we are joined by Rocky Garza, coach and friend of 49. Rocky shares how work is part of building confidence not just in what we do but in who we are. He’s breaking down: Our tendency to find our value in what we do, not in who we are, and how to make that shift How to hold yourself confidently when you are brand new on the job The role of making mistakes in building our confidence Since 2015, Rocky has been working with individuals, teams, a...
24 May 2023
Why Work? Purpose with Matt Foxhall
In this episode, we are talking to Matt Foxhall about the “why” behind his career as a financial advisor. He’s sharing: How team sports shaped his desire to have an impact at a young age Why he’s bullish on young people in financial services How to approach your job even when you don’t know your “why” A 2003 Furman University graduate and Furman Division 1 soccer player, Matt joined AXA Advisors in San Antonio, Texas, in 2004. During his time with AXA, ...
17 May 2023
Why Work? Community with Hunter Lloyd
In this episode, we are talking to Founding Partner Hunter Lloyd about how work has been a source of deep community. He’s sharing: How he realized that community was missing from his career What community at work actually looks like day-to-day Some of the unique challenges that come with working in a place that prioritizes community and relationships and how to overcome them Feel like 49 Financial might be the place for you? At 49 Financial, we...
8 Feb 2023
Starting Your Job Search Early in College with Craig Petrus
On this episode are talking to Craig Petrus about starting your job search early in your college career. He’s breaking down: The practical steps to take when you’re a freshman or sophomore How to overcome fear and be vulnerable in your job search Job search basics that you need to get right Craig Petrus is an Assistant Dean at the University of Florida’s Warrenton School of Business, where he oversees their career services office. Check out ...
1 Feb 2023
Prioritizing Growth in Your First Job with Dr. Meg Jay
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Meg Jay, who explains why it’s important to choose a job after school that prioritizes growth. Your twenties are a time of incredible learning, and the extent to which you take advantage of that season impacts the rest of your life. Dr. Jay is a clinical psychologist and associate professor of human development at the University of Virginia who specializes in working with twenty-somethings. She’s the author of The Defining Decade, and her ta...
25 Jan 2023
What I Learned in My First Job
Listen to 49 Financial leaders discuss their first jobs after college, major lessons they learned, and “rookie mistakes” they made along the way. This episode is part of our series called Landing Your First Professional Job, where we are sharing stories, wisdom, and practical skills designed to help you get your first job after college. Feel like 49 Financial might be the place for you? At 49 Financial, we don’t just hire advisors; we hire leaders. Leaders who stan...
18 Jan 2023
Maximizing Your College Experience with Jeff Pickering
How can you make the most of your college opportunities like jobs, internships, and other programs? Our guest, Jeff Pickering, has extensive experience working with students, and he’s sharing: What you should look for in your internships How to make sure you’re able to do meaningful work as a student The biggest mistake he sees young people making in the workplace Jeff Pickering is director of academic programs at the American Enterprise Institute. AEI is...
10 Jan 2023
Finding a Company that Aligns with Your Values with COO Justin Lopez
How can you find a company that aligns with your personal values? Our COO Justin Lopez joined 49 Financial after 10 years leading the community development non-profit he founded, For the City Network. In this interview, Justin tells his story about working in three very different industries—tech, non-profits, and financial services—and how his personal values played into each of those career transitions. He also gives insight into how college students should think about aligning...
3 Jan 2023
Choosing Entrepreneurship at a Young Age with Founder & CEO Travis Penfield
Is it wise to start your career as an entrepreneur, or should you choose a more predictable path? Our CEO, Travis Penfield, shares his personal story of embracing entrepreneurship at a young age, including: Why he chose to trade a lucrative career in consulting for the uncertainty of entrepreneurship Shares openly about the struggle it was early on in his career as a financial advisor The pivotal moment that changed the trajectory of his career At 49 ...
3 Jan 2023
Marketing Yourself in the Recruiting Process with Career Coach Jenn Smith
How can you stand out in a sea of candidates? Our guest, Jenn Smith, is sharing how college students can market themselves effectively to companies in the recruiting process, even when they have limited professional experience. She’s sharing: What corporate recruiters are really looking for in college students How students can develop their own value proposition to use in the interview process Mistakes to avoid on LinkedIn Jenn Smith is a veteran HR ...
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