Remembering the First Time, Wall Street Journal, Charles Passy –
March 14, 2011
You never forget your first—investment, that is.
For many financial professionals, that first foray into stocks, mutual funds or any other type of investment is what shaped their view on the markets and inspired them to enter the field. Which is not to say the investment always paid off. Either way, the lessons learned can stay with a pro for a lifetime.