CareerCast returns to Hong Kong SAR this week, where we had an insightful chat with Nick Pollard, Managing Director of Asia Pacific at CFA Institute. Our conversation revolves around learning and personal development, why ascending the career ladder demands more than straightforward climbing skills, and whether there are alternative routes. With this in mind, Nick shares his thoughts on career ‘mistakes’, and how the brave among us can draw a line and pursue a more suitable path. After all, our customers are true to themselves and their values. We should learn to take the same approach.