Non-Target Bay Area Undergrad Veteran

Hey everyone,

So I graduate from a non-target Bay Area school in May, and the only for sure offer I have is with an Independent Registered Advisor with less than 50 million under management. I recently applied for and got matched up with a mentor through American Corporate Partners and have made a lot of great connections at UBS and Blackrock. Still, I'm having trouble turning those relationships into job opportunities.

I believe my problem is that I am not sure what direction I want to take my career. Working with a Financial Advisor is excellent, but for me, it's super boring. I want an entry-level job that is challenging, rewarding, and has the potential for growth (just like everyone else).

Any advice on where to begin?

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