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David Roche > Registered Representative

"There really are no limits to success."

Advice to Others:

Don't be afraid to set high goals. Find reasons to do things, not excuses not to do things. There are no shortcuts; with effort, you can succeed in this business.

Years With First Investors:

Prior Occupation:

Student

When I was offered a position with First Investors Corporation in 2000, I quickly accepted. I knew it wouldn't be easy, but I have a strong work ethic and I was determined to make it in this business. I started off slowly, gradually building my business through prospecting. I also attended every home show in my area to supplement my prospecting efforts. The key was treating all my clients as if they were the most important people in the world. They, in turn, referred me to their friends and family. Referrals led to more referrals, and that got the ball rolling. I soon realized that there would never be a shortfall of people to help.

During my early years, my manager supplied the energy, confidence and leadership that I needed to stay motivated. Everyone should gravitate to successful people to help them smooth out the rough spots. I've found that everyone at First Investors is willing to lend a hand to help you succeed.

As I matured as a representative, my manager gave me the opportunity to take on management tasks, such as recruiting, training and mentoring. I worked diligently to hone these skills, and in October 2004, I was offered the position of manager of my own office.

In my office, I foster the same attitude that helped me succeed as a young representative. I have a burning desire to help clients, and that has helped our office to become successful. I love what I do, and each day I try to motivate everyone in the office to reach for greater heights. The best thing about a career at First Investors—as a representative and as a manager—is that there really are no limits to success.

Recent times have been unnerving for individual investors. A severe recession, a steep stock market downturn, unprecedented volatility, and high-profile investment scam stories have damaged the public's confidence in our nation's financial institutions, and left people wondering what to do. This loss of trust and direction comes at a time when Americans are more responsible than ever for securing their own financial future.

First Investors can help individuals accomplish that goal. We have been in business since 1930, and have successfully navigated many difficult economic periods in our nation during that time. We understand that economic slumps and recoveries are inevitable...and we know how to help people plan for both.

Using a face-to-face approach to customer service, our registered representatives work with clients to establish a disciplined approach to achieving their long-term financial goals, whether they involve saving for a college education, purchasing a home, or building a retirement nest egg. We have more than 80 years of success stories, working with people from all walks of life.