As a research assistant, I wrote R code to visualise data, ran numerous regression models, and optimised for efficiency to handle all resource-intensive analyses and gain valuable insights into the deeper functioning of the bond market. My takeaways from my position at CEU:- Good teamwork necessitates concise and efficient communication.- Articulation of a problem is 90% of the work.- Being organised is not optional. It’s a must.- One of the critical prerequisites for… Show more As a research assistant, I wrote R code to visualise data, ran numerous regression models, and optimised for efficiency to handle all resource-intensive analyses and gain valuable insights into the deeper functioning of the bond market. My takeaways from my position at CEU:- Good teamwork necessitates concise and efficient communication.- Articulation of a problem is 90% of the work.- Being organised is not optional. It’s a must.- One of the critical prerequisites for good performance is knowing when you are most productive and using it to your advantage. - Sometimes, you have to accept defeat and start over.- Even if something works now, it is never guaranteed to stay that way. Always be prepared to improve your approach, and never get stuck in your original thinking. Show less