Hi Ruthy,

I am sorry to hear that your experience with your local Society has not been beneficial. It is very difficult for me to give advice that works in every situation as there are very large cultural differences across countries. For example, in the United States it is considered appropriate for those wanting to advance their careers to approach more established professionals to seek mentoring and advice. I am not sure where you are living, but it may be that the culture where you live is very different.

If I were you at this point I would research investment professionals in your home country whose opinion you respect and contact them to ask for mentoring, or begin sending copies of your research reports along with a cover letter introducing yourself and letting them know why you are sending the report to them; and, of course, include a copy of your CV. Try asking for feedback on your research reports from old professors of yours from school. You might also ask some of the more established professionals to critique your research reports.

This process can take a very long time. In my case it took nearly 5 years from the moment I decided I wanted to be a research analyst until I was hired into that position.

Best wishes for success!

Jason