Sleep was elusive last night, my excitement carried me through the hours as I prepared, in mind and heart, for this new beginning. Today marked my first day as a Senior Quantitative Analyst aka Quant, at Nedbank, a role that both humbles and excites me. I know it will stretch me, challenge me, and grow me in ways I can’t yet imagine, and that’s exactly what I’ve been praying for.
The morning started with prayer, a quiet moment of gratitude for this opportunity and for the journey that has led me here. By 7 a.m. I was out the door, nerves and anticipation dancing inside me. My heart raced, not just because of the unknowns of traffic heading into town, but because I was stepping into a whole new chapter of my life.
For the first time in many years, I wore a suit to work. It may sound simple, but it carried a powerful weight. There’s something about putting it on that makes you stand taller, it’s more than fabric, it’s a feeling of presence, professionalism, and readiness.
Walking into the building, I felt the unmistakable energy of new beginnings. My team lead greeted me warmly and helped me get set up with IT. Soon after, the rest of the team arrived, and we gathered in the boardroom. What touched me deeply was that although the team works fully remote, they all made the effort to come into the office just to welcome me. That gesture alone spoke volumes. It made me feel supported, valued, and truly part of something bigger. Later, over coffee, I began building those first connections that I know will grow into meaningful relationships.
The rest of the day was spent setting up my home office and familiarising myself with new applications. It was a mix of the practical and the emotional, the small tasks of logging in, the quiet excitement of realising, this is my space now.
Day one was everything I could have hoped for, structured yet welcoming, energising yet grounding. I know the learning curve lies ahead, but for the first time in a long while, I feel anchored by routine, discipline, and purpose.
This is not just a job. It’s the start of something significant. A reminder that resilience bears fruit, that prayers find their answers, and that with every ending comes a new beginning worth stepping into wholeheartedly.
~ Nerusha
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