How One Marine Vet Made the Transition to Wall Street

The speaker shares their journey from serving in the Marines, including the Battle of Ramadi, to transitioning into a finance career at Lehman Brothers. They discuss the challenges and skills involved in this transition, particularly during the financial crisis. The speaker emphasizes the value of veterans in the workforce, highlighting their leadership and soft skills, and the efforts to educate employers on these benefits.

What was the speaker's role in the Marine Corps, and how did it relate to their work in finance?

How did the speaker describe their initial interactions with people at Lehman Brothers?

What experiences did the speaker leverage from their time in the Marine Corps when transitioning to finance?

What skills does the speaker believe veterans bring to the financial services industry?

What does the speaker mean by 'soft skills' in the context of veterans entering the workforce?