Reading Anne Loehr’s article on values and leadership really got me thinking about my own path as a finance student about to start a career. Loehr talks about how important it is to know your values and stick to them when making decisions (Loehr). This really hits home for me because in finance, being trustworthy and honest is a big deal. As I get ready to work in this field, I realize how important it is to have strong values guiding my choices.

Loehr’s points also made me think about the Wells Fargo scandal, where things went really wrong because the company’s leaders didn’t stick to good values. They were so focused on hitting sales targets that they ended up doing some really unethical things, like creating fake accounts. This whole mess shows just how important it is to have strong values in finance, just like Loehr says. When companies ignore their values, it can lead to serious problems, not just for them, but for the entire industry.

Looking at these examples, I’m more determined than ever to make sure my future job in finance is guided by strong ethics. By staying true to my values, I hope to make a positive impact in the industry and avoid the kind of trouble Wells Fargo got into.