QUESTION 13 OF 30

What differentiates Merrill Lynch from other high-end wealth management firms?

There are many significant high-end wealth management firms out there, but Merrill Lynch wants to know why they are the stand-out firm for you. Why do you want to work for them versus their competitors?

Take the time to carve out a unique answer that goes far beyond the surface. A surface answer would be because you know someone who works there, for instance. A great response would be dropping a specific reason as to why the company is unique.

"In addition to your sparkling reputation in this industry, I appreciate the immense efforts Merrill Lynch is taking to close the gender gap in the finance industry. Your programs have trained thousands of women entrepreneurs in developing economies around the world. Merrill Lynch knows that empowering women makes sound economic sense. This awareness is one reason why I want to work for you and just one way that you stand far above your competitors."

Merrill Lynch is huge on philanthropy, and giving is a significant part of my moral makeup. I understand that your firm has donated nearly 1B in the last 20 years to charitable efforts, and in the form of student grants. Your efforts to help underserved children, as well as refugee initiatives, are remarkable and stand out from the rest."

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