I am a freshman in college and am interested in either investment banking or becoming a financial/investment advisor

I attend a non-target school in Ohio. I tried a semester of engineering and decided last minute before the start of my second semester that it was not for me. I am switching to a business finance major. I am in sort of a rough patch where I am unsure of where to go from here - most of the clubs were not active as far as I know so I did not have a chance to join any this year. I could use some advice/guidance on what clubs to join, if I should join a business fraternity, and what minor to get to help me out in either field. I have a good work ethic that I am improving on every day, and I am willing to do whatever it takes to achieve my goals, I just am not entirely sure how to figure out the exact path I should take. I was recommended by a friend pursuing investment banking to check out WSO. Any advice will be greatly appreciated.

 
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WestCoastMonkeyMan

First thing I would do is make sure you understand the difference between IB and a financial advisor. They are very different

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