Practical analysis for investment professionals
Biography
Rhea Wessel is an American freelance writer based in Frankfurt, Germany. She writes frequently about finance, technology and social issues.
Author's Posts
Mentoring: A Constant State of Learning
How do you know a mentor–mentee relationship will be effective and rewarding?
Lie Detection: You’re Probably Bad at It
“What analysts think they know about lie detection is wrong,” says Jason Voss, CFA. Moreover, financial professionals have a pronounced belief in their own capacity to detect lies. This combination of low accuracy and high confidence means it’s critical that financial professionals question their own abilities.
Flexing, Code Switching, and Leadership
The ability to "flex" — to switch between styles in communication and leadership — is critical, says leadership strategist Jane Hyun.