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McKayla Girardin

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McKayla Girardin is an NYC-based writer with Forage. McKayla is experienced at transforming complex concepts into easily digestible articles to help anyone better understand the world we live in. McKayla is passionate about writing high-quality content that matters and helping others find fulfillment in their careers.

McKayla received her B.A. in Political Science and Russian from Bates College in Lewiston, Maine - her hometown. Outside of her professional writing, she loves writing poetry and short fiction and often spends too much time in used bookstores. McKayla also is a voracious reader and a collector of antique books and vinyl.

Favorite Career Advice

Your starting point is not your ending point. Be open to new opportunities to learn and grow.

Experience Highlights

  • 2+ years of experience writing in the finance and business space.

Latest Articles

Guide to JPMorgan Internships

JPMorgan internships are a great way for students to get their foot in the door at one of the world’s leading retail, corporate, and investment banks. With more than 25 different programs, JPMorgan has internship options for virtually any interest within the world of financial services. Landing an internship at this firm can be difficult, …

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Guide to Working at Netflix

Netflix is a global streaming service based out of Silicon Valley in California. While many competitors have sprung up over the years, Netflix manages to hold the title as one of the most popular streaming services, with over 200 million subscribers worldwide. Whether you love the platform’s content or not, working at Netflix can be …

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Business Analyst vs. Data Analyst: What’s the Difference?

What’s the difference between a business analyst vs. data analyst? In some organizations, these roles are interchangeable. However, business analysts generally take a more comprehensive role, bridging the gap between data analysis and a business’s goals. On the other hand, data analysts typically focus on digging through vast amounts of data and providing insights for …

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What's the difference? Data analyst vs. business analyst
Top Accounting Firms of 2024

The top accounting firms include members of the Big Four firms, like Deloitte and KPMG, and smaller accounting networks, like BDO and Grant Thornton. These accounting firms offer a range of accounting, auditing, and professional services to clients of all sizes. Using revenue data from the 2022 fiscal year, we’ve determined the top 10 accounting …

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Top Accounting Firms in the United States and the World
CFA vs. CPA: What’s the Difference?

A CFA (chartered financial analyst) is a finance professional who analyzes companies’ financial data and stock prices to make meaningful predictions about future performance. CPAs (certified public accountants) are often responsible for compiling the financial data CFAs then analyze. Choosing between a CFA vs. CPA certification can be difficult — both are highly respected signifiers …

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CPA vs. CFA
Financial Analyst vs. Accountant: What’s the Difference?

Both accountants and financial analysts exist at the intersection of data, finance, and business. These finance professionals analyze financial data to help clients, companies, and institutions make informed decisions. However, the main difference between a financial analyst vs. accountant is that financial analysts try to predict the future — they create models to determine future …

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What's the difference between a financial analyst vs. accountant?
Accountant vs. Auditor: What’s the Difference?

Businesses rely on both accountants and auditors to create and review financial statements. The main difference between accountants vs. auditors is accountants focus on compiling financial data and crafting reports. On the other hand, auditors review financial information to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.  What Do Accountants Do? An accountant manages financial data, but …

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What's the difference between accountants vs. auditors?