Everyone tells you to “just apply online” and hope for the best. Then you apply to 100 roles, hear nothing back, and start wondering what you’re missing.

In this episode, Jamie sits down with Victoria O’Tool, Executive Director of the FinServe Foundation, to talk honestly about how people actually stand out in the job search. They get into what works, what doesn’t, and why relationships, preparation, and showing up like a real human still matter more than most resumes. From internships and referrals to coffee chats and handwritten notes, this conversation feels like advice you’d get from someone who’s been there recently and learned the hard way.

If you’re trying to break into financial services or level up early in your career, this one will save you time, stress, and a lot of bad applications.

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• Victoria O’Tool on LinkedIn
• Jamie Hopkins on LinkedIn
• FinServ Foundation

If you want more information on the FinServ Foundation, be sure to check out our website by clicking on the link below.

>>FinServ Foundation Website

In this episode, Jamie sits down with David Benskin, Founder and CEO of Wealth Access, to talk about what it takes to build a fintech company that people trust, and why relationships matter more now than ever.

David shares how he went from private banking to launching a fintech startup, why “fifty-year relationships” guide every decision he makes, and how culture and clarity shape the way his team works. They dive into hiring people who genuinely care and why doing the right thing is still the most underrated leadership strategy in financial services.

It’s two people talking about work, people, trust, and how to build something that lasts in an industry where everyone eventually crosses paths again.

Connect with us below!

• David Benskin on LinkedIn
• Wealth Access
• Jamie Hopkins on LinkedIn
• FinServ Foundation

If you want more information on the FinServ Foundation, be sure to check out our website by clicking on the link below.

>>FinServ Foundation Website

There’s a lot of talk about the talent gap in financial services, but not enough about what it actually takes to build the next generation of great advisors. Jamie Hopkins sits down with Lindsey Lewis MBA, ChFC®, CFP®, to get real about what that path looks like: early exams, late nights, failed attempts, and the confidence that comes from finally earning your credentials.

They talk through why education still matters, how designations can open doors, and what young professionals can do right now to stand out in a crowded industry. Whether you’re already deep into your CFP® studies or just figuring out your first move, this conversation is full of practical advice and honest encouragement from someone who’s lived it.

Connect with us below!

• Jamie Hopkins on LinkedIn
• FinServ Foundation
• Lindsey Lewis on LinkedIn
• Influencing Finance

If you want more information on the FinServ Foundation, be sure to check out our website by clicking on the link below.

>>FinServ Foundation Website