I don't know what to do. Help please...

I graduated from college early this year with no notable internships and leadership experiences. (major in finance with 3.5 cumulative GPA).
I got lucky enough to work under a broker in commercial real estate brokerage firm, but I have realized that I don't want to be a broker for the rest of my life.
I am definitely interested in real estate and finance, but I honestly believe that experience as a broker won't help me much in the future when I want to pursue a career related to finance or real estate finance.

I want to make myself stand out more in the next year or two, but I am not sure what to do.
I wish I knew of WSO when I was in high school or when I was a freshman in college.
I have been reading through many of posts in WSO and seeing many recommendations (taking courses on Wall Street Prep, going to MBA, studying for CFA, etc).
But, I still don't get what the best choice may be for me at the moment.

 

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