Women in Finance: Nurturing Success Through Mentorship with Urmi Hossain, CFA

In this episode of Milestone Moments in Business and Leadership, our featured guest is Urmi Hossain, a finance professional with over seven years of experience. Urmi recently achieved the CFA charter and passionately mentors women in finance during her free time. Sheila discusses Urmi's pivotal career moment during the lockdown, leading her to mentor women and share her financial knowledge.Urmi addresses challenges faced by young women entering finance, emphasizing the importance of mentorship. As the vice president of education at a Toastmasters club, Urmi explains how Toastmasters helps develop public speaking and leadership skills, contributing to her professional growth.Urmi advocates for the philosophy of "investing in yourself" beyond financial terms, focusing on continuous learning, mentorship, and self-improvement. Described as dynamic, disciplined, and determined, Urmi attributes her success to adaptability, time management, and a go-getter mentality.Connect with Urmi on LinkedIn, explore her blog (myways.ca), and find her book, "Discovering Your Identity, a Rebirth from Interracial Struggle," on Amazon.Follow Milestone Moments in Business & Leadership for more inspiring stories and insights.Milestone Moments in Business & Leadership is more than just a podcast; it’s a resource designed to empower women entrepreneurs and business owners. We provide the tools and support you need to achieve work-life balance and thrive in your business.Stay connected!Sign up for Milestone Insights: Weekly insights delivered to your inboxConnect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilaslick/Follow me on X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/sheilaslickSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fivemilestonesFor more information, please visit our websites. Sheila Slick: https://sheilaslick.comFive Milestones: https://fivemilestones.com/show/