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Chief Revenue Officers

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Learn more about financial management by joining a school club or organization. Volunteering as a treasurer is a good way to hone math skills and gain insights into revenue management and revenue streams. Get a part-time or summer job at a financial organization or the accounting department of a company for more exposure to this type of work. An information interview with a chief revenue officer will also give you insights into the profession. Ask your school's career services office for help with setting up the interview, and be sure to prepare a list of questions in advance. You can also search for chief revenue officers to follow on social media, such as X and LinkedIn. Here are some suggested interview questions: What made you want to enter this career? What type of software do you use to do your work? What do you like most and least about your job? How did you train for this field? What advice would you give to young people about preparing for the field and being successful on the job? How will advances in technology change the field?

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