One of the biggest challenges that I faced initially was being a graduate with no work experience as everyone around me had a lot of experience and understanding of how the company worked whereas I had just begun my professional journey.
Internships are extremely important. When I look back in time I did various certifications and training related to stock markets, and finance-based activities but I never focused on internships. Later, I realized how important practical exposure is to gain a better understanding and knowledge about corporates.