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Hi everyone, thanks for taking time to look at my question. Currently, I am in a somewhat peculiar dilemma. You see, my long term goal is to follow the path to an investment banking career, but I am cash strapped, being the college student I am. With your judgment and expertise, is it alright for me to do some light modeling/photography gigs to get the bills paid, or will that impair future employment? By modeling and photography gigs, I just mean wearing a t-shirt or holding a backpack for pictures, nothing risque. I might also advertise for various websites that aren't lingerie, or anything obviously terrifying.

Will this be seen in a bad light by employers or will it just be a random forgettable piece of trivia? Please let me know, your opinions are very helpful to determine the right thing to do.

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Tchoumicheva was born in Magnitogorsk in Russia. When she was 6 years old her family emigrated to Lugano, Switzerland.3 She graduated in 2010 after having achieved a 3-year Bachelor Degree in economics.45 She speaks five languages (Italian, Russian, German, French and English).4 In 2011, Tchoumicheva was an intern at JPMorgan Chase. However, she has decided not to pursue a career in banking.

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I know several models that went into finance, and being hot only helps you. Like everyone else said, don't do anything stupid and only agree to tasteful gigs, the internet has infinite memory and is merciless. If you want contacts for modeling in NYC, let me know and I'll get you connected.

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