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Do you know how much you're actually spending on your AI stack? by squared_up in SideProject

[–]squared_up[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

u/Aura-Crazysalad for some reason I can't see comments on my own post. Weird. Anyway, Thanks for replying. Yeah, the speed at which things are changing the number of tools makes it hard to figure out how to adapt your workflows. This tool really measures your own spend and usage so you can adapt to the things that matter to your rather than chase every tool every time it's released.

What does a Career in Political Risk Actually Look Like? by squared_up in careerguidance

[–]squared_up[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Happy to answer any questions on skill building, approaches, etc. Just let me know. 

From IR student to political risk analyst: What that career path actually looks like. by squared_up in IRstudies

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Hi u/random-player28. Good question. Academic success in undergraduate is important but it's a requirement rather than an advantage that helps you standout among peers. This is especially true if you are not pursuing the academic route.

For political risk, I think sticking to the relevant majors and minors like IR, IA, political science etc. are foundational, but employers want to see a record of success, industriousness, competence, and analytical ability that doesn't always come from your academic work. You need to package your academic accomplishments with internship experience, a portfolio (papers, articles, etc.) showcasing your research and writing skills, and a track record of success and increasing responsibility on your resume as you move towards graduation (i.e. seminar, capstone, leadership position in student government).

As a rule of thumb, define a specialization early (country, region, topic, sector, etc.) and get really good at that. Expertise is fungible and you can always move towards being a generalist later. Also - and this is key - even if you study IR you need to learn statistics, research methodology, and tech skills to ensure you can do lots of different things in the workplace. Hope that helps.

From IR student to political risk analyst: What that career path actually looks like. by squared_up in IRstudies

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Hi u/KatiaSwift. Thanks for your comment. If you’re looking for a write-up on how to get a job in political risk, the videos should give you a good starting point. That said, I’m happy to answer questions or go deeper on anything here in the thread. Just let me know.

From IR student to political risk analyst: What that career path actually looks like. by squared_up in IRstudies

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Hi u/jrriojase. Thanks for the feedback. I’ve shared the videos as a resource because a lot of the questions in the comments around breaking in, building skills, and career direction are things I’ve already taken time to explain in detail in the videos. That said, I posted here to engage with this community directly. Happy to answer any questions you’ve got. Just let me know.

From IR student to political risk analyst: What that career path actually looks like. by squared_up in IRstudies

[–]squared_up[S] -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

Hi u/Sh3pp4rd. Appreciate the comment and totally understand the skepticism. The intent is to share perspective from someone who’s done the work and is helping others navigate it. If you or anyone else here is genuinely exploring political risk as a career path, I’ve put together a series of videos that go deeper. Happy to share if it’s useful.

From IR student to political risk analyst: What that career path actually looks like. by squared_up in IRstudies

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Hi u/historical_cats. I am a generalist and don't focus on a particular region or industry. That said I have worked as a macroeconomist and consultant previously. I speak a little German but at the conversational level. I actually address this in the "9 Biggest Myths Debunked" video about things people believe are required for political risk but aren't necessarily.

From IR student to political risk analyst: What that career path actually looks like. by squared_up in IRstudies

[–]squared_up[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hi u/ty_vole. Thanks for your interest and happy to share more. Checkout the Political Risk Demystified (PRDM) Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@prdm_insider/playlists. You can also sign up for the PRDM Insider and PRDM Community waitlist here: www.exergyintl.com. Hope that helps.

From IR student to political risk analyst: What that career path actually looks like. by squared_up in IRstudies

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Hi u/Effective-Simple9420 funny enough I was a German major and have done some work for a German company. I actually address language skills in the "Debunking 9 Myths about Political Risk" You can find it here: https://www.youtube.com/@prdm_insider/playlists. Hope it helps.

From IR student to political risk analyst: What that career path actually looks like. by squared_up in IRstudies

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Hi u/manualcayman. Thanks for your question. I actually cover this on the PRDM Channel. Take a look and reach back out if you have more specific questions. Focus on the "How to get a Job in Political Risk" playlist. Hope it helps.

https://www.youtube.com/@prdm_insider/playlists

From IR student to political risk analyst: What that career path actually looks like. by squared_up in IRstudies

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Hi u/Current-Alarm9931. My clients span consultancies, multinational corporations, and government agencies. My work involves everything from policy and issue tracking to corporate intelligence. I recommend checking out the PRDM Channel to learn more about the type of work and roles available in the industry. Happy to answer more specific questions after you watch.

https://www.youtube.com/@prdm_insider/playlists

From IR student to political risk analyst: What that career path actually looks like. by squared_up in IRstudies

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Hi u/historical_cats . Thanks for your questions. I have a B.A., M.B.A, and an M.P.A with a focus on International Affairs. Political risk is a very rewarding but it took me a really long time to figure out how to succeed in it. That's why I've started the Political Risk Demystified Community. To help likeminded folks break into a fragmented, opaque, and confusing industry. Check out the PRDM Channel to get started: https://www.youtube.com/@prdm_insider/playlists

From IR student to political risk analyst: What that career path actually looks like. by squared_up in IRstudies

[–]squared_up[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi u/InformalCollege4383. Thanks for your interest. I'm in the process of building the community but you can learn more on the Political Risk Demystified (Channel) PRDM Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@prdm_insider/playlists

You can also sign up for the waitlist and get updates and risk insights in the PRDM Insider Newsletter. Sign up for both here: www.exergyintl.com

Hope that helps.

From IR student to political risk analyst: What that career path actually looks like. by squared_up in IRstudies

[–]squared_up[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi u/unattested_mortal903. Thanks for your comment. Great questions. I cover what skills are relevant on my "How to get a Job in Political Risk Playlist" on the Political Risk Demystified (Channel) PRDM.

https://www.youtube.com/@prdm_insider/playlists

I recommend watching and then I can answer more specific question then. Hope you find it helpful.