The job I dream of doing and why?

“The very substance of the determined is merely the shadow of a dream.” 

— William Shakespeare

When I initially went into my teenage years, I was in a mild crisis when it came to what I  wanted to do. My parents are doctors, and I thought that maybe I would do the same thing. Medicine was everywhere around me. When we talked at home, it was about patient cases or what happened in the hospital. It felt like home, and doing that would have been the simpler and expected route.
But as I got older, I realised that my interest in biology and healthcare began to fade away. I became interested in knowing how companies functioned, how they managed their finances, and how they made choices that influenced the economy. These were things not really talked about in my home, yet I was so intrigued. Gradually, I began reading more about money, following market trends, and learning the fundamentals of economics. That was when my fascination started.

This increasing interest finally prompted me to opt for Commerce with Mathematics as my stream of study. It has been merely 1.5 months since I made the change, and though it’s still unfamiliar surroundings, I’m slowly adjusting. Each passing day, I become increasingly sure that I’ve made the right decision. I’m learning to approach problems analytically, pose improved questions, and find out about the real-world side of how the financial sector operates. I know I’ve only scratched the surface, but I’m excited about what lies ahead. To get closer to achieving my objective, I am currently preparing for exams such as CUET and IPMAT,  which lead to India’s top universities and integrated management courses. These are tough exams, but I view them as central stepping stones to establishing a good base in finance and management. I have already begun establishing a study schedule and honing the skills needed to perform well.

My ideal job is to become an investment banker, a position that combines financial analysis, strategy, and effect in a way that’s just perfect. Investment bankers assist companies in expanding, merging, and changing. They deal with high-risk decisions that form corporations and industries. I like the fact that this career requires intelligence, commitment, and toughness. It’s a career that never ends, learning and challenges keep you on your toes.

Since my family is deeply entrenched in the field of medicine, my journey might be unusual, but it’s one I’ve pursued with clear vision and intent. Although I’m starting from scratch, I’m willing to work diligently and make small, steady steps toward my goal. With time, commitment, and love, I wish to enter the world of finance—but also “excel” within it.

By: Anangsha Agarwal

Class XI-C

Apeejay School, Pitampura