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Desiree's work combines: Business, Numbers, and Working with Others
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
DeWitt Clinton High School
Bachelor's Degree
Finance, General
Georgetown University
Graduate Degree
Public Policy Analysis, General
New York University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a Financial Managers:
High School
Bachelor's Degree: Finance, General
Graduate Degree: Public Policy Analysis, General
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life took a while to figure out
1.
Had a passion for helping others.
2.
I always liked math and working with numbers.
3.
Majored in Finance/minored in Social Work.
4.
Volunteered at nonprofit organizations working with low income communities.
5.
Worked in Banking as first job out of college.
6.
Attended graduate school.
7.
Networked with professionals in Community Development Field.
8.
Referred to potential opportunity at next job in affordable housing.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Teachers:
You will never become anything, except for a basket weaver!!
How I responded:
Always believe in yourself! Have confidence in yourself to accomplish anything you put mind to and are willing to work at it!